Hartsfield Airport Hotel Joins in Atlantas Joy of Sharing Campaign

ATLANTA, GA -- (Marketwire) -- 01/03/12 -- Decking their halls to benefit the local "Joy of Sharing" program, Courtyard Atlanta Airport West, one of the premier hotels near ATL Airport, utilized its first Annual Open House event to raise awareness and funds to help spread joy to foster children in Fulton County.

The impressive new Courtyard Marriott Airport West partnered with the Fulton County Department of Family and Children Services to help meet the goals of their "Joy of Sharing" holiday program. Hotel customers representing Chick-fil-A Corporation, Mary Kay and the American Red Cross joined with Marriott staff members to decorate holiday trees and display them in a silent auction as a fund-raising venture during this stylish East Point, Atlanta hotels First Annual Open House on Thursday, December 15, 2011. In addition, guests and staff of the Courtyard Marriott Airport West donated unwrapped toys and clothing to help meet the needs and holiday wishes of the 1,000 children in foster care throughout the county.

The Courtyard Marriott Airport West program team generated over 250 from the auction and received new clothing, shoes and toys to specifically benefit two worthy families in the East Point, Georgia area where the Courtyard Marriott Airport West is located.

"This is the season to give," said Leslie James, Cluster Director of Sales for the Courtyard by Marriott. "It was such a joy to see the expressions on the parents/grandparents face."

Relying solely on the generous donations of companies, organizations and individuals looking to share the love and warmth of the holidays with others; the annual "Joy of Sharing" program benefits children who have been placed in foster care due to abuse or neglect.

This is conveniently located just four miles from the terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and provides travelers with 24-hour complimentary shuttle service. The hotel is surrounded by one of the Atlantas newest shopping and dining venues, the exquisite Camp Creek Market Place, offering guests exceptional access to upscale shopping and fine dining while enjoying the comforts and convenience of a fine hotel. Whether traveling to the area for business or pleasure, travelers are encouraged to utilize the Courtyards extensive offering of Atlanta Airport hotel packages that include bonus Marriott Rewards; vacation deals; senior, government and military discounts, and corporate promotions -- all designed to meet the needs of busy and cost-conscious travelers.

About the Courtyard Atlanta Airport West
The Courtyard Atlanta Airport West pampers guests with comfort and functionality while providing sophisticated accommodations and exceptional service. The hotels stylish lobby provides guests with contemporary sitting areas, complimentary high-speed Internet access and a full-service business center where travelers have the convenience of printing their own airline boarding passes to avoid airport hassles. Convenient access to popular attractions and thoughtful amenities make the Courtyard an excellent airport hotel destination.

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