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Marriott International: Bonvoy unveils a first look at its culinary showcase for the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026. Published on 10/08/2026 at 12:09 pm EDT Marriott Bonvoy celebrates Hong Kong's vibrant flavors at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026. 14 participating hotels bring together leading chefs, mixologists, and immersive experiences inspired by Hong Kong's vibrant food and beverage culture. Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's award-winning travel program, today announced its return to the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026, bringing together culinary talent from across its Hong Kong hotels for its most expansive showcase of food, drink and hospitality to date. From 29 October to 1 November, 14 participating hotels will come together at the festival, where Marriott Bonvoy chefs and mixologists will present specially created dishes, drinks and immersive experiences celebrating the city's rich culinary character. "Hong Kong is one of the world's most dynamic culinary destinations, where heritage and innovation come together in truly distinctive ways," said Richard Boyer, Regional Vice President, South China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and Hainan, Marriott International. "We are proud to present our largest showcase yet, celebrating the city's familiar flavors and vibrant spirit through the creativity of our culinary talents. As we look ahead, we're excited to keep deepening this platform and finding new ways to bring Hong Kong's culinary story to life." Drawing inspiration from the master idea "Mountains. Sea. Seasons.," Marriott Bonvoy's presence at the festival will spotlight the landscapes, ingredients and generations of craftsmanship that shape Hong Kong's culinary identity. At the heart of the experience is a specially curated menu co-created by a line-up of talented Marriott Bonvoy chefs and mixologists, bringing together contemporary interpretations of local flavors through every plate and sip while showcasing the breadth of culinary talent across Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of hotels in Hong Kong. Each capturing a different facet of Hong Kong's culinary story, Marriott Bonvoy's festival experience will unfold across three experiential zones. "Hong Kong on a Plate" spotlights dishes crafted with local ingredients and regional producers, while "Hong Kong in a Glass" brings the city's character to life through a curated beverage journey. "Hong Kong at the Table" takes the experience further, introducing an all-new concept for both Marriott Bonvoy and the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival. Brought to life through The Experience Lounge, this zone offers elevated tasting moments and omakase-inspired dining experiences in an intimate setting. Guests can look forward to a series of curated sessions featuring chefs and mixologists across Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio, alongside guest talents from celebrated dining and bar destinations in Hong Kong and across the region. Beyond the tasting experience, Marriott Bonvoy will unveil a limited-edition merchandise collection with Hong Kong heritage textile house Lee Kung Man, offering guests a memorable keepsake from the experience in a wine-inspired color palette of deep Merlot burgundy and buttery Chardonnay cream. The collaboration also extends to a specially created cocktail, Cotton Tree Garden Club, which translates the texture and craftsmanship of the brand's iconic garments into a contemporary sensory experience. This year's participating hotels include The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, W Hong Kong, The St. Regis Hong Kong, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel, Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel, Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection, Le Méridien Hong Kong, Cyberport, Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong, Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong Sha Tin, and Four Points by Sheraton Hong Kong. Attachments * Original document * Permalink Disclaimer Marriott International Inc. published this content on October 08, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained herein. Distributed via Public Technologies (PUBT), unedited and unaltered, on October 08, 2026 at 16:08 UTC. (C) Publicnow - 2026

Marriott and FICO plan seven hotels and three brand debuts across Thailand. The agreement targets 1,262 rooms in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket, led by a proposed JW Marriott in Sathorn. Rendering of the proposed JW Marriott Bangkok Sathorn, a 288-room hotel included in Marriott International and FICO Corporation's Thailand agreement. Key takeaways. * Marriott and FICO have signed an agreement for seven planned hotels comprising 1,262 rooms across Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. * The agreement includes the proposed 288-room JW Marriott Bangkok Sathorn and debut properties for citizenM, Four Points Flex by Sheraton and Series by Marriott in Thailand. * Five of the planned hotels are in Bangkok, with two Series by Marriott properties envisaged in Pattaya and Phuket. * The agreement builds on four existing jointly developed hotels and could expand the relationship to 11 hotels across eight brands. (NEWS) BANGKOK, Thailand, 2026-Oct-08 - /Travel PR News/ - Marriott International is planning a significant expansion of its Thailand hotel portfolio through a seven-property agreement with FICO Corporation, bringing a proposed 1,262 rooms to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. The deal spans luxury, technology-led urban accommodation and more accessible midscale stays, and is expected to introduce three Marriott brands to the country. Announced in Bangkok on 7 October 2026, the agreement comprises five planned hotels in the capital and two in established coastal leisure destinations. Among its most prominent projects is the proposed JW Marriott Bangkok Sathorn, a 288-room luxury property intended to combine an urban setting with sports, fitness and wellbeing facilities and a lifestyle-focused hub. Five hotels planned across Bangkok. A 147-room citizenM Bangkok Sukhumvit 11 is expected to become the brand's first property in Thailand. Its plans call for contemporary design, technology-enabled guest experiences and a food-and-beverage venue in the Sukhumvit district. Marriott and FICO also plan three Bangkok openings under Four Points Flex by Sheraton, another brand entering the Thai market. The proposed properties are Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Sukhumvit 8, with 162 rooms; Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Sukhumvit 14, with 130; and Four Points Flex by Sheraton Bangkok Surawong, with 201. Marriott says the locations will serve travellers seeking convenient accommodation, including access to Bangkok's BTS Skytrain network. New collection brand planned for Pattaya and Phuket. Outside the capital, two hotels are planned under Series by Marriott, the third brand scheduled to debut in Thailand through the agreement. They are the 192-room Easy Planet North Pattaya, Series by Marriott, and the 142-room Easy Planet Phuket Patong, Series by Marriott. The collection is positioned around approachable accommodation reflecting local destination character while retaining consistent operating standards. The seven planned properties would give the two companies a wider range of accommodation across both city and beach destinations, from luxury stays to value-conscious options. They remain proposed developments under a signed agreement; Marriott did not provide opening dates in its announcement. Partnership expected to expand to 11 hotels. Marriott's regional president for Asia Pacific excluding China, Rajeev Menon, described the agreement as an extension of the companies' existing relationship, with an emphasis on changing guest preferences and experiences that combine hospitality, lifestyle and wellbeing. Krit Srichawla, chairman of FICO Corporation, similarly highlighted wellness, sport and community connections as areas of focus for the expanded portfolio. The companies already work together on four Bangkok hotels: Hotel Muse Bangkok, Autograph Collection; Marriott Executive Apartments Bangkok Townhall Sukhumvit; Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit Sukhumvit; and Metropole Bangkok, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. If the additional properties proceed as planned, the collaboration would encompass 11 hotels across eight brands. For travellers, the proposed additions could broaden the choice of Marriott-affiliated hotels in Thailand's capital and two popular resort markets. Further details of the wider hotel offering are available through Marriott International, while information on the development partner is available from FICO Corporation.

World's first all-inclusive JW Marriott opens in Guanacaste. October 7, 2026 Costa Rica is now home to the world's first all-inclusive JW Marriott. The JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa has opened at Playa El Jobo in La Cruz, Guanacaste, Marriott International announced on October 6. The opening marks the luxury brand's entry into the all-inclusive market, and the company chose Costa Rica's northern Pacific coast for its global debut. Advertised rates start at about $900 per person per night, based on double occupancy. Costa Rica videos. The beachfront itself is not new to resort guests. The property occupies the site of the former Dreams Las Mareas, an all-inclusive that changed hands in 2025 and was converted to the JW Marriott brand. Mullen Hospitality Management, the resort's franchise operator, has described the project as a $60 million transformation. The resort sits within Costa Elena, a resort-residential community that Marriott says covers about 1,200 hectares (3,000 acres) of tropical dry forest near the Nicaraguan border. The resort has 415 rooms and suites with villa-inspired designs, private terraces, and spacious interiors. Some ground-floor rooms open directly onto semi-private swim-out pools, and Presidential Suites include separate living areas. The opening comes as Costa Rica draws growing attention from luxury travelers. Marriott recently ranked Costa Rica among the five most popular destinations for Latin American travelers looking ahead to 2027. Guanacaste's luxury market has also expanded with properties such as Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, which opened on the Papagayo Peninsula in 2025. Dining plays a central role at the property. It has 15 restaurants and bars serving Costa Rican and international cuisine, according to Marriott. Leal draws on Guanacaste's culinary traditions and offers coffee-roasting experiences and a seven-course tasting menu inspired by Costa Rica's seven provinces. Casado is a wood-fired coastal grill and Puerto Limón focuses on the Afro-Caribbean culinary heritage. Other concepts include Italian, Mexican, and Japanese restaurants. There is also LaGloria, a root beer stand that honors the nine-seat Washington, D.C., business J. Willard Marriott opened in 1927, the company's starting point. The property has its own JW Garden, which grows herbs, edible flowers, fruits, and vegetables for the kitchens and bars. Wellness is another major focus. A wellness area of nearly 1,500 square meters (16,000 square feet) houses Spa by JW, a fitness center, and the brand's first Mindfulness House. Treatments include hydrotherapy, sound healing, Reiki, and cacao ceremonies. Some therapies use local ingredients such as volcanic clay and native cacao. The resort has 17 pools, including an oceanfront infinity pool. Marriott describes the complex, which covers roughly 4,090 square meters (44,000 square feet), as the largest resort pool area in Costa Rica. The resort also introduces Griffin Club, a 45-room private section for guests who want more privacy and personalized service. Members have a separate lounge, a dedicated pool, a private beach area, personal assistance, and priority reservations for restaurants and pool cabanas. Families can use the Family by JW Club, which offers nature walks, children's yoga, creative activities, storytelling, and movie nights. The resort's design references Sibú, a central figure in the traditions of Costa Rica's Bribri and Cabécar Indigenous peoples. Building materials such as wood, stone, and palm reflect traditional Costa Rican construction. Weekly night markets bring local artisans, food, music and dance to the property. 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