Marriott Marco Island, Florida Resort Eases Packing Woes with Baby Butler Service

Marco Island, Florida (PRWEB) April 2, 2009 -- Parents certainly need a vacation after packing for a vacation. A week's vacation can require up to 100 diapers per child.* This, coupled with skyrocketing baggage fees, translates into a pre-planning and packing nightmare for parents. The Marriott Marco Island, Florida resort (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mrkfl-marco-island-marriott-beach-resort-golf-club-and-spa/) has come to the rescue of diaper-changing parents, and is saving them money to boot, with the launch of the Baby Butler program, eliminating the need to pack bulky diapers. Available throughout the year, the Marriott Marco Island resorts complimentary Baby Butler service comes complete with daily diaper delivery complete with all the trimmings, crib or pack-n-play in-room upon arrival and more. Nightly rates start at $274.** For those with more than one child in diapers, the Baby Butler service is available at a nominal fee per additional child. Details of the Marriott Marco Island resorts Baby Butler service are as follows:

• Daily delivery of eight diapers and three swim diapers (in all sizes, up to stage five) per child

• One tub of baby wipes (64 count)

• A tube of diaper cream

• In-room crib or pack-n-play

• Free meals for toddlers three and under in Tropiks and 400 Pazzi's restaurants

• AMarriott Marco Island, Florida resortlogoed baby gift

• 10% discount on baby rental items such as infant tubs, strollers, highchairs and bouncy seats

From baby's first swim in the kid-friendly Tiki pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, to first steps on the pristine white sand beach, mom, dad and their diaper-wearing babies will enjoy quality family time in paradise at this Marco Island, Florida Resort & Spa. While babies are sure to have some fun in the sun, their siblings can have a great time at the Marriott Marco Island resorts Tiki Tribe kids' club. Designed for children ages five through 12, the club offers the latest kid-friendly, mom-and-dad approved games, events and activities. The Marriott Marco Island resort recently introduced a kids' check-in desk where children can sign in, receive a welcome packet and attend a special meet-and-greet in the Tiki Tribe. In addition to day programs (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.), the Tiki Tribe has nighttime fun from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.

With the newly-launched Passport to Paradise program, mom and dad can take advantage of various value-added incentives including 50% off second-day Tiki Tribe enrollment, 20% off select spa services, two-for-one tee times at The Rookery and discounts on dining, recreation and more at the Marriott Marco Island Florida Resort & Spa (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/mrkfl-marco-island-marriott-beach-resort-golf-club-and-spa/). The adults can enjoy solo time as nanny service is available through the Marco Island resorts concierge (for a fee, three-hour minimum).

For the Baby Butler package, please visit the Marriott Marco Island, Florida resort (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mrkfl-marco-island-marriott-beach-resort-golf-club-and-spa/) and enter promotional code ZJ5 or call 800-GET-HERE [800-438-4373 for reservations.

Nestled on three miles of pristine southwest Florida white sand beaches, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort is the perfect island within an island escape. Caressed by tropical breezes and inspired by a Balinese sense of harmony, balance and hospitality, this is simply, paradise found. From the magnificent new Quinn's Pool, surrounded by lush landscaping and outdoor dining and meeting spaces, to our elegant spa, private resort Rookery Golf Course, and our luxurious rooms and lanai suites that overlook the dazzling Gulf of Mexico, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort is the sanctuary for relaxation, rejuvenation, discovery and play. Our attentive concierge service, choice of shopping, dining and recreational activities makes Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort the choice for unforgettable family vacations and memorable business meetings for more information please visit our web site at: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mrkfl-marco-island-marriott-beach-resort-golf-club-and-spa/.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,100 lodging properties in 66 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA and had approximately 146,000 employees at 2008 year-end. It is recognized by BusinessWeek as one of the 100 best global brands, by FORTUNE® as one of the best companies to work for, and by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as Partner of the Year since 2004. In fiscal year 2008, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $13 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com.

*According to DiaperDecisions.com.

**Based on availability, does not include tax or surcharges. Advance reservations required.

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