Shanghai, September 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you planned where to go for the super-long Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays? Some people want to take a long-distance road trip, following mountains and rivers toward distant places; others want to take their children somewhere different and travel slowly, playing at an easy pace. From long-distance exploration to family outings, Marriott Bonvoy has rounded up autumn travel choices in different destinations, offering guests more inspiration for long-holiday trips.
Heading Into the Distance: Driving Into the Vast Autumn Landscape
If you want a long-distance road trip, you can head west along the Yellow River, driving from the autumn scenery of Ningxia all the way into the Hexi Corridor. JW Marriott Hotel Yinchuan is located in the city core, with panoramic rooms offering distant views of the Helan Mountains; guests can visit the Western Xia Imperial Tombs and quietly enjoy the sunset beyond the frontier. Sheraton Yinchuan Hotel is in the city core and is family-friendly, with a heated pool and diverse dining spaces; from there, guests can head to Lanshan Park to watch the Yellow River sunset and explore the desert danxia landforms. In Lanzhou, stay at Sheraton Lanzhou Zhongbang Hotel, adjacent to Lanzhou Old Street and with easy access to the Yellow River route; guests can stroll along the Yellow River Scenic Line and experience the cultural heritage of the Silk Road. Continuing west into the Hexi Corridor, Four Points by Sheraton Dunhuang is within walking distance of Shazhou Night Market, with convenient transportation to the Mogao Caves and Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake; visitors can explore cave relics and quietly await the desert sunset. If you want to head north, Four Points by Sheraton Altay City can serve as a starting point for exploring Kanas, Hemu, and Koktokay. The hotel is close to the entrance of the Ahe Highway, making it convenient for travelers to take in the autumn mountain and forest scenery of northern Xinjiang, where layers of forest are dyed in rich colors.
Traveling With Kids: Autumn Family Strolls
To make stays more relaxed for families traveling with children, Marriott Bonvoy has launched a "two consecutive nights in a suite, limited-time 20% off" offer. Staying one more night leaves just enough extra time to explore slowly, and the offer now covers eight destinations in China. In Suzhou, you can choose Four Points by Sheraton Suzhou. The hotel is located by Dushu Lake in Suzhou Industrial Park, and its apartment-style spaces are better suited for whole-family trips; after visiting gardens and water alleys, the family can relax at the hotel. In Xi'an, stay at Le Méridien Xi'an Chanba, which offers Le Méridien's signature "Au Dela des Murs" art experience; take the children to see the hotel art exhibition, then ride bicycles together on the ancient city wall and visit the Great Tang All Day Mall. If you choose an urban micro-vacation, stay at The Westin Chongqing Liberation Square. The hotel occupies a core location at Jiefangbei, and its sky lobby offers 360-degree views of the confluence of the two rivers and the mountain city scenery; the restaurant serves authentic Chongqing cuisine, allowing you to enjoy a relaxed holiday in the bustling city center without rushing the itinerary. In Zhuhai, choose Zhuhai Marriott Hotel Jinwan. The hotel is located in the core of Jinwan Aviation New City; stay in an executive suite, walk to Jinwan Art Center if you want to see a performance, or take a bus to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom if you want a family amusement park, balancing artistic performances and family entertainment while planning the holiday itinerary with ease. For a slow visit to Nanjing, stay at Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel & Towers, where you can choose a panoramic suite with 270-degree floor-to-ceiling windows offering expansive city views; the whole family can savor authentic Jiangsu and Zhejiang flavors and local snacks, immersed in the relaxed holiday atmosphere of the old city. For a leisurely stroll in Wuhan, The Westin Wuhan Hanyang is adjacent to Longyang Lake with convenient transportation, and the brand's comfortable Heavenly Bed is ideal for the whole family to rest; during the holiday, the hotel has prepared a rich array of family DIY handicraft activities, including mooncakes, lanterns, sachets, and other fun experiences, making family time warm and healing. For a pleasant stay by the Hangzhou riverbank, Hangzhou Marriott Hotel Qianjiang New Town is located in the core of Qianjiang New Town CBD, with a front-row river view of the Qiantang River; stay in an executive suite, stroll by the river in your spare time, check in at city landmarks, and fully enjoy an urban river-view holiday. To quietly enjoy seaside life on Egret Island, stay at Renaissance Xiamen Hotel, where you can choose a deluxe sea-view suite or an exquisite seaside villa, living by the sea with views of the Huandong Sea area; Renaissance Discovery Day starts coastal hiking and southern Fujian intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, and at night, accompanied by local music and ocean-inspired special cocktails, encounter Egret Island's orange-sea sunset.
From long-distance road trips to family strolls, Marriott Bonvoy offers more choices for different journeys through a rich selection of destinations and accommodations. Members can book stays at their preferred destinations through the Marriott Bonvoy official website, app, or WeChat mini program, immediately starting diverse journeys and making every trip one of discovery.
Source: Marriott Bonvoy
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