11 October 2021: Marriott International announced today they are preparing to progressively re-open their suite of luxury Fijian resorts and villas to coincide with the Fijian Government's advice that fully vaccinated travellers from Australia, New Zealand, United States of America, United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, Qatar, Germany, Spain, France, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, Switzerland, Japan and most Pacific Island Countries and Territories will be permitted to commence travel from December 1, 2021. Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay is now open for bookings and Marriott's suite of luxury properties - Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island and Sheraton Denarau Villas are all currently taking bookings for stays commencing from April 2022.

Neeraj Chadha, Multiple Vice President – Fiji & Samoa, Marriott International said, “We are delighted with yesterday's announcement made by the Fiji Prime Minister. We are very proud to begin preparations to re-open our world-class luxury holiday resorts and villas spread across the majestic Fiji Islands. Marriott International is the leading hotel company in Fiji and we are delighted to be able to commence bookings for our portfolio of resorts. We offer a range of luxury destination options from integrated resort style accommodation featuring recreation activities including golf and water sports to private villas, over water bungalows and first-class conference and meeting facilities.”

Frank Bainimarama, the Prime Minister of Fiji, made the international border announcement on Sunday 10 October on Fiji National Day. Travelers from the approved countries must have spent 10 days in an approved country of residence prior to travelling to Fiji from 1 December. Other Covid Safe conditions include:

• Travellers aged 18 years + must be fully vaccinated
• Travellers aged 12 years+ must show a negative PCR test 72 hours prior departure
• Download the CareFiji app upon arrival in Fiji
• No quarantine is required on arrival, however, guests will need to stay in the hotel precinct for the first 48 hours, then return a negative result via a rapid test. Travellers will then be free to move around dedicated Safe Travel Areas and engage in offsite excursions, activities and tours.

For further information visit the Fiji Government website.

About Marriott International Fiji Resorts

Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay, located in pristine Momi Bay featuring the only over-water bungalows on mainland Viti Levu, the destination resort offers luxurious 5-star family accommodation, plus romantic adults-only bures, three swimming pools, a selection of watersports activities, a day spa, health club and an array of creative culinary moments complemented with genuine warm service.

The resort is a short boat-ride from the world renowned Cloudbreak surf spot as well as some of the world's best dive sites. Spacious over-water or lagoon front bure style accommodations decorated in local island timbers all feature a balcony/deck, designer furniture, separate bath, air-conditioning and wireless high-speed internet.

The resort is currently taking bookings for guests from approved international destinations for stays from December 1. A range of offers are available for Marriott Bonvoy members, Marriott International's global travel rewards program including:

• “Week of Wonders”: savings of 25% for members and 15% for non-members on all bookings made from October 7 to October 14, 2021 for all rooms booked through to January 17, 2022.
• “Earn, Eat & Enjoy”: a region-wide promotion offering breakfast, daily hotel credits and double Marriott Bonvoy points per stay. The promotion commences October 15 - December 31, 2021, promoting stays through to March 31, 2022.
• “Romantic Getaway Package” inclusive of daily breakfast, 1 x 60 minute couples spa treatment, a bottle of sparkling wine and welcome amenity. Prices start from FJ$659++ per room per night.

For bookings or more information, visit www.marriott.com/nanmc

Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, located on Denarau is scheduled to open in April 2022 following a FJ $73,000,000 (AUD $48,000,000) refurbishment. Situated 20 minutes from Nadi International Airport, the transformed Sheraton Fij Golf & Beach Resort will herald a new era in Fijian hospitality. Centred around the concept of community, the reinvented lobby environment will focus on bringing people together providing an inclusive meeting place for locals and travellers.

The resort embraces a new layered design of spacious luxury guest rooms, stylishly furnished offering ocean front or garden views, private balconies or patios along with a wide selection of leisure facilities, including water sports, lawn bowls, access to six swimming pools and a dedicated kids club program.  Three new restaurants include Tatavu Grill and Bar Restaurant introducing Fiji's first wood fired open flame grill, Island 619 with a walk-in seafood room and 28 Grams – all delivering a new level of culinary experience. Guests also have full access to sister properties amenities at Sheraton Denarau Villas and The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa.

Marriott International's suite of properties in Fiji also includes The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa (currently under refurbishment and due to open in late 2022) and the Sheraton Denarau Villas planned to recommence operations in April 2022. Both properties offer luxury accommodation, international cuisine and access to thrilling aquatic activities, a range of sporting facilities and access to the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club.

Sheraton Resort and Spa, Tokoriki Island offers a true luxury escape. Located on the remote island of Tokoriki the resort is lapped by white-sand beaches with crystalline waters and stunning views of the ocean and surrounding Mamanuca Islands. Guest rooms feature plush bedding, walk-in rainforest showers, furnished patios along with world-class dining and extraordinary service. The resort will open from April 2022.

All guests will be able to take advantage of Marriott Bonvoy's global rewards program, redeeming points for their stay and accumulating points for future stays at Marriott's worldwide properties as well as access to a range of money-can't-buy experiences including tickets to major events, concerts and surprise and delight moments during their stay.

“We are truly delighted to be able to restart our operations in Fiji and support the livelihood of our Associates. The health and safety of all the Fiji Islands' inhabitants and guests continues to be top priority for Marriott International. Fiji was the first country in the Pacific to access COVID-19 vaccines. We have supported all our Associates in Fiji throughout the pandemic, providing financial support and vaccination funding to ensure our workforce is cared for and ready to return to work,” said Neeraj Chadha.

“Fiji is undisputed as one of the best and safest holiday destinations in the world, offering access to pristine uncrowded beaches, world-class luxury accommodation, nature and adventure experiences, wonderfully warm tropical weather and friendly and generous hospitality. We have been working closely with Government and the tourism industry as we move to open our borders and we are delighted to have the support of Marriott International to restart Fiji's most important industry” said Brent Hill, Chief Executive Officer for Tourism Fiji.

Marriott is committed to providing the highest cleaning and safety protocols for all guests and Associates. The Marriott International 'Commitment to Clean' program aligns with expert protocols for working to defeat COVID-19. Consisting of in-house and outside experts in food and water safety, hygiene and infection prevention, and hotel operations, contactless checkin, temperature checks and the Marriott Cleanliness Council who monitor Marriott's worldwide cleaning and safety standards.

The Fijian Government's robust vaccination program is supported by the tourism industry and has resulted in 96.2% of the target population receiving one vaccine dose, and 80.3% are now fully vaccinated nationwide. An outstanding result for the country where tourism is a major economic contributor.

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About Marriott International Fiji

Marriott International Fiji Resorts, the leading hotel company in Fiji with three brands and five resorts in the portfolio including The Westin Denarau Island, Resort & Spa, Sheraton Fiji Resort, Sheraton Denarau Villas, Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island and Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. Combined with the largest conference facility in Fiji, the Denarau Island Conference Centre, Fiji's premier golf course at The Denarau Island Golf & Racquet Club and over 1500 dedicated service professionals, Marriott International Fiji offers guests and unrivalled south pacific experience. Learn more at www.marriottfijiresorts.com