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5/16/2008 4:01 PM

Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)

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A worldwide operator & franchisor of hotels and related facilities. The Company's six business segments are: North American Full-Service Lodging, North American Limited-Service Lodging, International Lodging, Luxury Lodging, Timeshare & Synthetic Fuel.

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Avatar COOLSTOCK (26.41) Submitted: 4/18/08 10:45 AM : Outperform Start Price: $33.94 MAR Score: 2.90

I've stayed in their hotels at just about every price point they offer. The service is great, the rooms much nicer than the competition. I think the stock's still got some headroom for the following reasons:





1. Higher gas prices may shorten the distance people travel, but they'll still take vacations. To compensate themselves for a less exotic setting, I think they'll treat themselves to nicer accommodations.





2. You might be able to conduct meetings with people you already know via satellite, but nothing will replace a face-to-face meeting when interviewing a potential employee or doing deals with new clients. Residence Inns are great for both. When business picks up, they'll reap the rewards.





3. Management is flexible and customer-oriented, keeping its eyes open for new niches to fill as well as new ways to serve the existing customer base. Loyalty counts in this industry.

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