THE RITZ-CARLTON AND MARRIOTT BONVOY JOIN FORCES WITH THE MERCEDES-AMG PETRONAS F1 TEAM TO INVITE GUESTS TO EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF MOTORSPORT

Ahead of the race weekend in Shanghai, The Ritz-Carlton taps into its long-standing partnership to offer guests and Marriott Bonvoy members exclusive access and unforgettable packages

SHANGHAI, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, continues its partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team as its first Official Hotel Partner. As the 2024 season lands in Shanghai, this continued partnership allows both iconic brands to provide unparalleled experiences for Marriott Bonvoy Members and guests.

The Ritz-Carlton continues to inspire life's most meaningful journeys through its legendary service and thoughtful programming at more than 115 hotels and resorts worldwide. Forged in 2019, The Ritz-Carlton's partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team demonstrates the brand's commitment to delivering truly singular experiences. Over the past years, the two like-minded brands have successfully delivered one-of-a-kind experiences in cities including Melbourne, Montreal, Budapest, and various global destinations.

As part of the unforgettable experiences offered during the race weekend in Shanghai from April 19 to 21, a select group of invited VIPs and Marriott Bonvoy members will have the opportunity to meet and interact with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 team drivers. They will also gain access to the renowned The Ritz-Carlton Silver Arrows Lounge throughout the weekend.

The Ritz-Carlton Silver Arrows Lounge captures the modern and service-driven values of both The Ritz-Carlton and the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. Along with exclusive access to exceptional service, prime race viewing, and legendary service and catering, The Ritz-Carlton Silver Arrows Lounge showcases the talents of mixologists from The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, and The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai. Throughout the race, these masterful artisans will create specialty cocktails and hold exclusive cocktail masterclasses to elevate the thrill of the event.

In addition to The Ritz-Carlton Silver Arrows Lounge, guests are also welcome to experience incredible race-themed packages at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong and The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai.

For more information on The Ritz-Carlton, please visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
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About Marriott International Luxury Portfolio
With an unrivaled portfolio of eight dynamic luxury brands, Marriott International is creating authentic, rare, and enriching experiences sought by today's global luxurian. Spanning all corners of the world, Marriott International's luxury brands group offers a boundless network of more than 500 landmark hotels and resorts in 70 countries and territories through The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott, and W Hotels. From the world's most iconic destinations to the ultimate undiscovered gems, the international hospitality leader's collection of luxury brands is focused on elevating travel with highly contextualized, nuanced brand experiences that signal the future of luxury by allowing guests to indulge their passions while sparking personal growth.

About Marriott Bonvoy®
Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with more than 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. From The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to W Hotels and more, Marriott Bonvoy has more luxury offerings than any other travel program. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, and through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments™, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques®. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.