Editor's Pick: Marriott Plays With Sensory-Rich Virtual Reality Getaways

Marriott Plays With Sensory-Rich Virtual Reality Getaways

Peter Suciu 09/22/14 10:39 AM PT

Strapping on an Oculus Rift headset and immersing yourself in a virtual environment may not actually take the place of being there, but it could be a convenient way to determine whether you really want to go to the expense and hassle of traveling to a particular destination. It also might be fun to sample regions you have no intention of personally visiting but find fascinating nonetheless. [More...]

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