Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott's premium home rental platform, and Petco Health + Wellness Company, joined to elevate the vacation experience for pet parents and their furry family members.

The Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy booking website highlighted "Pet-Friendly Picks by Petco" that featured vacation properties that meet Petco's standards for pet safety, health, and wellness for both dogs and cats among the platform's more than 80,000 properties.

In addition, Petco curated a travel collection of essential items for pet travel and safety – including beds, bowls, toys, and travel accessories, which could be shipped to their U.S. rental property. Guests also were able to access information including infographics, articles, and packing checklists on the Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy website produced by Petco in preparation for traveling with their pets.

With 80 percent of pet parents considering their pet to be part of their family, and at least a third of pet parents estimated to travel with their pets this holiday season rather than leaving them at home, both dog and cat parents that were actively seeking out travel options where they have a reliable, safe, and stress-free environment that was designed with pet-friendly activities and access to supplies they need while traveling.