FLORIDA -- Travelers are increasingly looking for ways to make a difference while on vacation. Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort, and Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa are helping guests donate their time while enjoying some R&R with a Volun-Tourism Program. The two South Florida resorts’ have partnered with several non-profit and charity organizations to meet the needs of volunteering vacationers. The following are some examples of charitable activities guests can add to their vacation itineraries:
* At Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa “volun-tours” can lend a hand at the local YMCA of Marco Island with landscaping or beautification efforts.
* Doral Golf Resort & Spa guests can take part in a morning beach clean-up at the Biscayne Nature Center or sign up for mural painting with Hands on Miami.
As a thank you, volun-tours at Doral Golf Resort & Spa will receive a complimentary breakfast to refuel while charitable vacationers at Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa will receive a 15% discount at the spa to soothe sore muscles.
“With the Volun-tourism Program we are giving guests the unique opportunity to make a connection with the local community they’re visiting,” said Melinda Rhodes, regional director of marketing communications for Marriott International. “Our visitors are very generous and altruistic and we want to reward them for taking time during a vacation to give back.”
Rates at Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort start at $169 per night.* For further information please call (305) 592-2000 or visit www.doralresort.com. Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa rates start at $112 per night when booked three weeks prior to arrival.* For further information please call 800-GET-HERE or visit www.marcoislandmarriott.com.
*Rates are based upon double occupancy and do not include tax or service charge. Guests must inquire about complimentary breakfast and spa discount when booking.
Contacts:
Michelle Abril, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x237; mabril@quinnandco.com
Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com
