Wells Fargo Sports Calendar Booked With Exciting January Events

PHILADELPHIA, PA--(Marketwired - Dec 31, 2013) - A full line-up of sporting events are slated for January at the popular Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and hotels around Philadelphia International Airport are filling up with basketball, hockey, lacrosse and WWE fans as the winter sports scene shifts into high gear. 

Creating an escape to Philly to watch the 76ers, Flyers, and Wings or special sporting events such as the upcoming WWE Smackdown is easy with discounts and savings at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott, where comfortable accommodations and full-service amenities make the lodging a popular choice for those seeking a hotel near Wells Fargo Center. Witnessing fabulous athletes and spectacular match-ups while enjoying the benefits of stylish accommodations is a great way to spend time with family and friends and PHL airport hotel deals help keep travel expenses budget-friendly.

Highlights of upcoming January 2014 sporting events at the Wells Fargo Center include:

• Jan. 6 - Philadelphia 76ers vs. Timberwolves
• Jan. 7 - WWE Smackdown
• Jan. 8 - Philadelphia Flyers vs. Canadiens
• Jan. 10 - the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Pistons
• Jan. 11 - Philadelphia Flyers vs. Lightning

A full event calendar may be found at http://www.wellsfargocenterphilly.com/.

Dedicated sports fans will also appreciate the Philadelphia Airport Marriott hotel's location near PHL Airport as it is conveniently connected to Terminal B via a sky bridge so air travelers are literally just steps away from their hotel room. On-site dining at The Riverbend Bar and Grill and special privileges for an invigorating work out inside the hotel's fitness center allow guests to relax and make the most of their Philadelphia travel time.

Discounts, savings, packages and Marriott Rewards program benefits, along with room rates and availability at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott, and online booking may be accessed by visiting the hotel website at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phlar-philadelphia-airport-marriott/.

About the Philadelphia Airport Marriott

The Philadelphia Airport Marriott Hotel, directly connected to Philadelphia International Airport's Terminal B, is so convenient that you can sleep in before an early flight and be in a fresh bed shortly after collecting your luggage from baggage claim. All accommodations mix business-friendly amenities with home-like comforts including room service, high-speed Internet access, a spacious work area, coffee/tea service, cable TV and a luxuriously appointed bed. Green Seal^®-certified, the hotel offers 12,600 sq. ft. of event space including the Grand Ballroom with seating capacity for 1,050 guests. Expert event planners and custom catering can help create a memorable day and since the hotel is near Philly airport, out of town guests' travel at ease. Corporations hosting important clients or those looking for a special stay can enjoy upgraded amenities and access to the private lounge when they book a concierge-level room. The Philadelphia Airport Marriott Hotel is also conveniently located near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Barnes Foundation, Liberty Bell/Independence Hall, National Constitution Center, Betsy Ross House, City Hall and vibrant shopping, dining and nightlife of the South Street Headhouse District.