The recent expansion by Marriott Vacation Clubs into urban landscapes has taken a significant leap with the addition of a new resort coming in fall of 2024 in Waikiki. This move is part of the broader initiative to enhance the brand’s newest rebranding effort called the City Collection. Previously known as Marriott Pulse, this is a series of properties designed for those seeking an immersive city experience.
The latest property Marriott Vacation Club, Waikiki is just the first in a series of new additions coming to this collection. In this article, we’ll explore what the City Collection currently includes, and what new resorts Marriott has planned for the future.
Overview of the Current City Collection
The City Collection by Marriott Vacation Clubs represents a curated selection of vacation ownership properties across seven bustling cities. These establishments are thoughtfully situated to offer easy access to local attractions, transport links, and cultural hotspots, embodying the essence of each city. The collection is crafted to provide a blend of luxury and locality, ensuring guests can enjoy a stylish stay while being steps away from urban adventures.
Below you’ll find a list of the Marriott Vacation Club City Collection. You can also find links to learn more about each individual resort, and view points charts that show how many Abound Club Points are required to book them.
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Marriott Vacation Club at Custom House, Boston
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Boston, MA |
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Marriott Vacation Club at The Empire Place, Bangkok
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Bangkok, Thailand |
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Marriott Vacation Club At The Mayflower, Washington D.C.
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Washington, DC |
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Marriott Vacation Club, New York City
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New York City, NY |
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Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego
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San Diego, CA |
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Marriott Vacation Club, San Fransisco
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San Francisco, CA |
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Marriott Vacation Club, South Beach
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Miami Beach, FL |
Anticipated Growth and Future Developments
As a metropolitan complement to our global resort portfolio, The Marriott Vacation Clubs City Collection brings our Owners, Members and guests to the city – and the city to our Owners, Members and guests – by offering stylish stays that are in the heart of local interests, transportation and attractions, reflecting the spirit and culture of their dynamic surroundings.
We know our Owners, Members and guests see great value in being close to the action, so we will continue to look for opportunities to expand our city offerings over the coming years.
Lori Gustafson, Chief Membership & Commercial Services Officer at Marriott Vacations WorldwideLooking ahead, Marriott Vacation Clubs has ambitious plans to further diversify the City Collection. The introduction of the Waikiki property coming in 2024 marks a significant step in this direction, but there were two additional resorts slated to join the City Collection in Marriott’s most recent announcement.
We’ve previously covered news of Marriott acquiring property in Charleston, South Carolina, and speculated that the resort would join the Pulse program. With this recent announcement, Marriott has confirmed the resort will join the City Collection sometime in early 2025, and bring anther 50-unit urban resort to the Marriott Vacation Club resort portfolio.
Also, a newly proposed development, which is scheduled to break ground in 2026, is poised to emerge in the vibrant historic downtown district of Savannah, Georgia. These new urban resorts will open new doors for timeshare owners seeking unique urban experiences in historically rich locales.
It is expected that these future resorts will be accessible using Abound Club points, the vacation currency of the Abound by Marriott Vacations program.
Designed for the Urban Explorer
The accommodations within the City Collection mirror the modern and cosmopolitan character of their settings. With a focus on contemporary design, premium comforts, and local flair, these guestrooms and suites cater to the needs of the active urban explorer. The aim is to provide a cozy retreat after a day of city exploration, ensuring a balance between adventure and relaxation.
If you’d like to learn more about Marriott’s current offerings in urban city centers, you can learn everything there is know about what makes these resorts different from the traditional resort by reading our article here – Marriott Pulse: What Is It & Why It’s Changed Timeshares Forever.
Enhancing the Urban Experience
To elevate the city-stay experience, each City Collection property employs a City Insider. This dedicated role is designed to enrich guests’ visits by offering personalized tours, insights into local dining favorites, and tips for navigating the city like a local. It’s an added layer of service that transforms a standard city trip into a memorable journey of discovery.
Conclusion
Marriott Vacation Clubs’ enrichment of its City Collection with the upcoming properties in in Waikiki Charleston, and Savannah underscores its dedication to blending the comfort of vacation ownership with the thrill of urban exploration. This initiative not only broadens the horizon for members and guests but also reaffirms the brand’s position as a provider of diverse and enriching travel experiences. As the City Collection grows, it continues to promise unique and stylish urban getaways tailored to the desires of modern travelers.
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