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Marriott International (MAR) has signed an agreement with Solana PA to introduce the first St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Costa Rica. The new-build St. Regis Papagayo, set to open in early 2027, will be located in the Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste region. The development will feature 120 hotel rooms and 143 residential units across 20 hectares of land.

The resort will offer six culinary venues, multiple swimming pools, a spa, and extensive meeting spaces including 7,750 ft² indoor and 2,475 ft² outdoor areas. Located just 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport, the property will boast 634 linear yards of beachfront. The project will be designed by Mexican architecture firm Sordo Madaleno, with interior design by Gensler Mexico City.

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) has launched Series by Marriott™, a new collection brand targeting midscale and upscale lodging segments. The brand debuts through a founding deal with Concept Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL) in India, where CHPL's Fern brands, comprising 84 open properties and 31 pipeline deals (approximately 8,000 rooms), will affiliate exclusively with Series by Marriott. The partnership includes Marriott making a small equity investment in CHPL. Series by Marriott properties will offer essential amenities including clean rooms, free Wi-Fi, daily coffee/tea, and optional breakfast and fitness facilities. Hotels will maintain their regional identity while integrating with Marriott's global standards and Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program. The company is actively exploring expansion opportunities in the US, Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts (MAR) and Vilebrequin have unveiled a limited-edition capsule collection for luxury family travel in 2025. The collaboration features exclusive swimwear, accessories, and beach games inspired by St. Regis' Family Traditions program. The collection includes custom-designed patterns with a "Family Traditions" print and "Family Stripes" in King Cole Red. Select St. Regis Resorts will offer immersive experiences including signature Family Meals, design takeovers, and beachside activities. The collection will be available at select St. Regis Resorts worldwide, including locations in Bali, Mallorca, Cap Cana, and Hong Kong, as well as Vilebrequin flagship stores in major cities and online at Vilebrequin.com.

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a year-long series of special events and offerings. The luxury resort, which opened in December 1985, has announced several commemorative packages including a special rate of $19.85 for a third night stay (June-September 2025) and a Suite Memories Package at $1,985 for two nights in a Bi-Level Ocean View Suite. The celebration features unique experiences including a Digital Time Capsule collecting guest memories, the return of Artisans restaurant as a pop-up, and the Naples Dining Passport program offering three-course dinners for $39 across multiple venues. Special events include a cinematic tribute, wellness offerings, and the Naples Longest Table community dinner benefiting local charities. The resort is also launching a new website to showcase anniversary events across both Naples properties.

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of 67 cents per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on June 30, 2025, to shareholders who are on record as of the close of business on May 23, 2025. The company attributes this dividend declaration to its earnings growth and strong cash generation capabilities.

Marriott International (MAR) reported strong Q1 2025 results with worldwide RevPAR increasing 4.1%. The company's reported net income reached $665 million with diluted EPS of $2.39. Key highlights include:

Revenue growth was driven by a 3.3% increase in U.S. & Canada RevPAR and a robust 5.9% growth in international markets. The company added 12,200 net rooms during the quarter, with global rooms growing 4.6% year-over-year.

Marriott's development pipeline expanded to 3,800 properties with over 587,000 rooms, up 7.4% from the previous year. The company announced plans to acquire citizenM, an innovative lifestyle lodging brand. Marriott's loyalty program, Bonvoy, grew to 237 million members.

The company returned significant value to shareholders, repurchasing 2.8 million shares for $0.8 billion in Q1, with total shareholder returns exceeding $1.2 billion year-to-date through April 29.

Marriott International has exceeded its 15.6 million volunteer hours goal one year ahead of schedule, as part of its Serve 360 sustainability initiative. The milestone, achieved between 2016 and 2024, demonstrates the company's commitment to community service across global regions.

Notable achievements include providing 1,700 hours of disaster relief after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, 15,000 hours supporting Maui wildfire relief, and 37,000 hours aiding earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria. Regional initiatives showcase impressive results: 440,000 lbs of food rescued in Asia Pacific, release of 445,000 sea turtles in Caribbean/Latin America, and over $46 million raised for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in US/Canada.

The company's volunteer efforts align with four key coordinates: Nurture Our World, Sustain Responsible Operations, Empower through Opportunity, and Welcome All and Advance Human Rights.

Marriott International (MAR) has announced an agreement to acquire the citizenM brand for $355 million, with potential earn-out payments up to $110 million based on future growth. The acquisition includes 36 open hotels with 8,544 rooms across the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific, plus three under-construction properties adding 600 more rooms by mid-2026.

The deal aims to expand Marriott's select-service and lifestyle lodging portfolio. citizenM, founded in 2008, is known for its tech-savvy experience, efficient space usage, and focus on art and design. The brand caters to value-conscious travelers with smart room design and collaborative workspaces.

Post-acquisition, the citizenM portfolio will join Marriott's system under long-term franchise agreements, with stabilized fees expected at approximately $30 million annually. The transaction, subject to U.S. regulatory approval, is expected to close in 2025, potentially driving Marriott's full-year 2025 net rooms growth to approach 5%.

Marriott International (Nasdaq: MAR) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings announcement for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET. The company will host an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day, featuring President and CEO Anthony Capuano and CFO and EVP of Development Leeny Oberg.

The earnings call will be accessible via webcast through Marriott's investor relations website, with dial-in options available (US Toll Free: 800-274-8461, Global: +1 203-518-9814, Conference ID: MAR1Q25). A replay will be available until May 13, 2025, and a transcript will be posted on the company's website.