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Travel destination descriptions to encourage independent home property rentals managed by Marriott Int'l

Sonoma Valley

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A Sonoma Valley wine glass is always half full

How does the wine taste? Sonoma Valley knows well. This crescent shaped region just south of Napa Valley, is an expansive wine country where the urban chic, nomads and farmers in worn overalls share a common casual mood. Known as “Valley of the Moon”, vacation guests come for wine, art, giant-orange sunsets and Sonoma Plaza’s historic Spanish/Mexican adobe buildings, shops and eateries. And travel to the coast is short from a Sonoma wine country house rental, vineyard estate or chic farmhouse.

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Switzerland

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Experience the magnitude of Switzerland                                                                             

The call to Switzerland is as tuned as its watches and tempting as its chocolate. Beyond the captivating Swiss Alps lie magnificent rivers, glaciers, castles on cliffs and medieval architecture that somehow blend with the present. The land and climate are ideal for seasonal hiking and skiing in Verbier, but these are mere bookends to the story of Swiss culture told in its cities. A chalet rental in Zermatt, Gstaad holiday villa or Geneva flat are waiting for those ready for Switzerland.

Charleston

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Charleston, America’s south – distinctly preserved

A tapestry of cobblestone, horse-drawn carriages, beach front and southern hospitality distinguish Charleston. As if 1670 was just yesterday, pastel antebellum houses, black ironwork gates and secret courtyards connect us to the past. This harbor town is a still-picture of the Civil War, church steeples and plantations. Its lowcountry cusine, French Quarter shops and downtown Market Street nightlife are “must-do’s” on vacation in a historic home, coastal cottage or marsh front retreat rental.

Rome

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Buongiorno. Vacation in Rome is like a bold historical toast to stunning architecture and charismatic street life. Italians know how to mix formality and frolic, gathering in the piazza, speeding in small, fashionable cars and charming visitors in neighborhood bars and restaurants. The Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, Borghese Museum, Sistine Chapel, The Vatican – all awe-inspiring ventures. Live the life from a holiday villa or terrace apartment in the center of Roman art, culture and cuisine.