Marriott Highlights Caribbean Summer Escapes
While winter often steals the spotlight for Caribbean vacations, Marriott International is reminding travelers that summer holds its own magic across the region. With fewer crowds, lower rates, and a vibrant season of cultural celebrations, Marriott’s premier resorts in destinations like Puerto Rico, Barbados, Aruba, and the Dominican Republic are inviting guests to discover the untapped potential of Caribbean summer travel.
In Barbados, summer pulses with energy during the Crop Over Festival, a centuries-old harvest celebration filled with calypso music, parades, and island-wide events. Visitors can immerse themselves in the festivities while staying at the Courtyard Bridgetown Barbados, which now features a newly renovated lobby and communal areas.
Puerto Rico is another top choice this summer, offering a full calendar of concerts and events that showcase the island’s rich Boricua heritage. Travelers can stay close to the action at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino or the San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, both offering exclusive summer stay packages tailored to music lovers.
Aruba, safely located outside the hurricane belt, continues to draw adventure seekers with its stable weather and diverse landscapes. From luxury spa treatments at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba to poolside serenity at the adults-only H2Oasis pool at the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, and personalized service at the new St. Regis Aruba Resort, Marriott offers something for every style of traveler.
For diving enthusiasts, both the Cayman Islands and Curaçao promise unforgettable underwater experiences. Guests at the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort benefit from easy access to Governor’s Beach and Seven Mile Beach, with concierge-arranged scuba diving excursions available. Over in Curaçao, the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort partners with Goby Divers, allowing guests to explore a vibrant house reef, try night dives, and even support marine conservation efforts through guided snorkel visits to a live coral nursery.
In the Dominican Republic, travelers looking to slow down and reconnect with nature will find a serene escape at The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club. Set along a peaceful coastline and near a protected ecological reserve, the property blends wellness, eco-adventure, and relaxation, offering everything from hiking and birdwatching to journaling by the sea.
With each destination offering a distinct blend of culture, nature, and hospitality, Marriott’s Caribbean resorts are proving that summer in the tropics isn’t just a secret—it’s a treasure waiting to be discovered.
