BETHESDA, MD. - August 25, 2008 - Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has again been included as a company member of the FTSE4Good Index, an index that measures the performance of companies that meet globally recognized corporate responsibility standards and facilitates investment in those companies. Marriott has been a constituent of FTSE since 2002, and is being recognized as a company that is working toward environmental sustainability, developing positive relationships with stakeholders and supporting universal human rights.

Marriott's commitment to social responsibility and community engagement is focused on five signature issues, which represent the acronym "SERVE:" Shelter and Food, Environment, Readiness for Hotel Careers, Vitality of children, and Embracing Diversity and People with Disabilities.

In April, Marriott announced its 5-point environmental program to address climate change. The centerpiece of the program is an effort to help protect 1.4 million acres of rainforest in the Amazonas state of Brazil. For more information about Marriott's environmentally-friendly hotels and programs, visit http://www.marriott.com/environment.

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Marriott International, Inc.

Marriott International, Inc.

Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 3,800 properties in 72 countries and territories and reported revenues of nearly $12 billion in fiscal year 2012.

The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands, including Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Bulgari, EDITION, Renaissance, Gaylord Hotels, Autograph Collection, AC Hotels by Marriott, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Marriott Executive Apartments, Marriott Vacation Club, Grand Residences by Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club.

There are approximately 325,000 employees at headquarters, managed and franchised properties. Marriott is consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business operations, which it conducts based on five core values: put people first, pursue excellence, embrace change, act with integrity, and serve our world. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.

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