Fairfield by Marriott is seeking its first-ever ‘Road Trip Reporter’, to co-develop content about the unrivalled adventures of Japan’s less-travelled, exotic countryside. Open to passionate travellers worldwide, the successful applicant will enjoy a 30-day ‘work trip’ that will involve uncovering hidden cultural and historical gems while experiencing the comfort and warm hospitality of Fairfield by Marriott hotels, with all expenses paid and entitlements valued at over US$10,000.
“Japan has grown to become one of the world’s most sought-after destinations, but beyond its bustling cities are lesser-known prefectures full of captivating attractions, culinary experiences, and untouched nature,” explains John Toomey, Marriott International’s Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Asia Pacific, excluding China. “Marriott Bonvoy’s always believed in the power of travel, and that’s why we’re excited to offer the opportunity for a road-trip reporter to live and breathe the ‘Michi-no-Eki’ lifestyle with Fairfield by Marriott and reveal the uncharted adventures beyond Japan’s beaten paths.”
For travellers excited to make their passion more than just a hobby, the contract will see the ‘Road Trip Reporter’ chronicling their thrilling adventures across 14 prefectures in Japan, co-developing experiential website and social media content for the brand’s Michi-no-Eki project, highlighting experiences along the way like food and beverage recommendations, top sights and attractions to visit, Fairfield by Marriott’s offerings, and more. A one-month self-drive itinerary will be thoughtfully curated by local insiders from Fairfield by Marriott, which will include nostalgic excursions to Kyoto’s old towns of Kinosaki and Izushi, visits to vast flower fields and wineries in Hiroshima’s Sera, and more. All-inclusive stays will be arranged at the project’s 29 newly opened hotels situated beside roadside stations known locally as ‘Michi-no-Eki’, providing the ideal rest point to discover nearby national parks, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and attractions.
In return for sharing their discoveries with fellow travellers, the ‘Road Trip Reporter’ will receive attractive entitlements and remuneration that include:
- Accommodation for 30 days at Fairfield by Marriott hotels
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, showcasing the diverse flavours of Japan
- Round-trip airfare
- Curated itinerary of experiences
- Self-drive car and reclaimable petrol fees
- A project fee of US$5,000 for developing content and visual assets and related usage rights
Applications to become Fairfield by Marriott’s ‘Road Trip Reporter’ are open from July 15 to August 15, 2024. Entries must include:
- A recent travel story you’ve written (up to 500 words) in English with accompanying visual moments captured
- One-liner response to this question: What motivates you to be Fairfield’s Road Trip Reporter?
- Link to blog and/or social media pages
- Personal details, including name, age, country of origin and confirmation of driving permit
- Open to English and/or Japanese language writers over 18 years old
For more details visit https://fairfield-michinoeki-japan.com/information/fairfield-roadtripreporter
Interested applicants can submit their entries to roadtripreporter.fairfield@marriott.com
