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4 Marriott Stays for Your Summer Bucket List

4 Marriott Stays for Your Summer Bucket List

This summer, the question is less about where to go, and more about how you choose to stay. For some, it's a private island sanctuary just minutes from one of Europe's most beautiful cities. For others, it's a stylish beach retreat in Greece, the energy of Budapest after dark or crisp mountain air in the Swiss Alps. Today's most memorable journeys are shaped as much by the hotel as the destination itself.

This philosophy sits at the heart of ASMALLWORLD's new collaboration with Marriott Bonvoy, giving members a more rewarding way to travel. Members can choose from three points packages—35,000 (Advantage), 250,000 (Prestige) or 500,000 (Signature)—to use across Marriott's exceptional global portfolio. Whether redeemed for hotel stays, dining, spa experiences or exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Moments, it's a flexible way to create journeys that feel distinctly personal.

Here are four Marriott properties that deserve a place on your summer itinerary.

JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa, Italy

Venice has always rewarded those willing to step beyond the crowds, and JW Marriott Venice offers exactly that opportunity. Located on its own private island, Isola delle Rose, the resort feels wonderfully secluded while remaining only a short boat ride from St Mark's Square.

Surrounded by landscaped gardens, olive groves and tranquil lagoon views, it offers a slower, more restorative side to Venice. Days unfold between expansive pools, award-winning spa treatments, relaxed waterfront dining and quiet walks through beautifully maintained grounds before returning to the city's timeless beauty whenever inspiration strikes. It is the rare luxury of experiencing Venice with both energy and space.

Images courtesy of JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa, Italy

W Costa Navarino, Greece

Along the unspoilt coastline of the Peloponnese, W Costa Navarino captures everything we love about a Greek summer while adding the brand's signature contemporary style. Designed exclusively for adults, the beachfront resort blends effortlessly into its natural surroundings with earthy architecture, open-air spaces and uninterrupted sea views.

The days here are defined by choice: mornings by the beach, afternoons discovering nearby villages and archaeological treasures, or simply embracing the slower rhythm of Mediterranean life from a private terrace or infinity pool. As the sun sets, vibrant restaurants, stylish bars and a lively social atmosphere ensure the evenings are every bit as memorable as the days.

Images courtesy of W Costa Navarino, Greece

W Budapest, Hungary

In contrast, W Budapest leans into the energy of the city. Housed in a landmark building on Andrássy Avenue, directly opposite the Hungarian State Opera House, the hotel pairs architectural grandeur with W’s signature sense of play. Rooms overlooking the Opera offer a particularly memorable vantage point, adding a theatrical dimension to the stay. Above it all, the rooftop bar has quickly established itself as one of the city’s most compelling social spaces, with strong cocktails, sweeping views and a lively atmosphere that carries late into the evening. It is a natural choice for those drawn to cities that reveal themselves after dark.

Images courtesy of W Budapest, Hungary

W Verbier, Switzerland

Summer in the Alps offers an entirely different kind of luxury, and W Verbier proves that mountain destinations are just as compelling outside ski season. Set high above the valley with panoramic Alpine views, the hotel combines contemporary design with the warmth of a traditional Swiss chalet.

Long hiking trails, mountain biking routes and scenic cable car rides are all on the doorstep, while the hotel's spa, terraces and inviting restaurants provide every reason to slow the pace afterwards. Cooler temperatures, fresh mountain air and spectacular scenery make Verbier an ideal escape for those looking to experience Europe from a different perspective during the warmer months.

Images courtesy of W Verbier, Switzerland

What ties these properties together is not just their design or location, but the way they allow for a more tailored approach to travel. Through Marriott Bonvoy, ASMALLWORLD Members can shape each stay to reflect how they want to experience a destination—whether that means extending a Mediterranean escape, upgrading to a room with a view, or building in moments that go beyond the expected. 

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