Experience Newport, Rhode Island Attractions with a Vacation Getaway Package from Newport Marriott

Newport, RI (August 7, 2010) – With its beautiful coastal location, Gilded-age mansions, and cobbled downtown streets, Newport, Rhode Island makes an ideal vacation destination. Now, guests visiting the Newport area can make the most of their relaxation time and entertainment budgets with the value-added "Escape! Attractions" getaway package at the Newport Marriott.

This Newport vacation package includes a private appointment with the Newport Marriott's "Experiologist," who helps to plan guests' activities, personalizing each itinerary to make the most of the many events, attractions, shopping and dining options that Newport, Rhode Island has to offer. Additionally, the "Escape! Attractions" getaway package includes:

- A comfortable guest room with Marriott's Revive bedding
- Access to the health club, indoor pool and racquetball facilities
- Complimentary maps and brochures of Newport, Rhode Island
- Two tickets to your choice on of the following: The International Tennis Hall of Fame, a Newport Mansion, or Newport Vineyards
- Breakfast for two adults in Fathoms Restaurant
- Complimentary welcome gift delivered to your room

The "Escape! Attractions" vacation package is available seven days a week through September 30, 2010. Seven-day advance purchase is required. Rates start at $285 plus tax, per night, per room, and are based on availability at the time of reservation. Attraction hours vary and may be closed on holidays. Contact attractions directly for hours of operation. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms, and cannot be combined with other promotions. To book your reservation, please visit www.newportmarriott.com, or call 1-800-458-3066, and refer to promotional code ARN.

ABOUT NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND ATTRACTIONS — The Newport area offers a wide variety of world-class attractions, recreational opportunities and amenities. Newport, Rhode Island is home to miles of scenic coastline ideal for exhilarating sailing excursions, relaxing beach time, and rejuvenating walks. Visitors interested in architecture, design and history enjoy Newport's opulent mansions, interesting museums, and walking tours that reveal the charm of this City by the Sea. Don't miss a wine tasting at the three local vineyards, followed by a memorable dining experience at a waterfront bistro. Shoppers delight in the quaint wharves and cobblestone streets, with a mix of boutiques and galleries. Complementing it all is a year-round calendar of special events ranging from international cultural events to music festivals to professional sporting tournaments. For more information, please visit www.GoNewport.com.

ABOUT THE NEWPORT MARRIOTT — Located at 25 America's Cup Avenue, in the heart of the historic downtown district, and next door to the Newport Visitor's Information Center, this landmark hotel is just five minutes from the famous Gilded Age mansions, charming shops on Ocean Drive, beaches, golf courses, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the Newport Harbor. The newly renovated hotel offers 317 beautiful guest rooms, 7 suites and a Concierge Level. All guest rooms feature Marriott's luxurious Revive® bedding with plush 300 thread count linens and the high-tech Plug-in-Panel 32-inch LCD TV. The hotel also features The Spa at Newport Marriott, which overlooks the Newport waterfront and offers guests spa treatments, a private relaxation lounge and full-service hair and nail salon. Guests enjoy the hotel's state-of-the-art health club (with saline pool, whirlpool, fitness room and racquetball courts), restaurant, lounge, gift shop, business center and concierge services. For more information, please call (401) 849-1000 or visit www.newportmarriott.com.