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Marriott Unveils Plans for 50+ New African Hotels and Entry into Five New Countries

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International plans to bolster its African presence with 50+ new hotels (9,000+ rooms) by 2027, entering five new markets: Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar and Mauritania. The expansion emphasizes select-service brands—Protea Hotels by Marriott and Four Points by Sheraton—alongside conversions constituting over 30% of the pipeline. North… Read the full news article

Marriott Partners with VERKEHRSBUERO HOSPITALITY to Open Five Hotels Across Austria, Including Debut of Four Points Flex by Sheraton

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International has signed a multi-deal agreement with VERKEHRSBUERO HOSPITALITY to convert five Austrian properties into Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, AC Hotels, and Four Points Flex by Sheraton brands. The conversion will add over 1,100 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio, with a focus on expanding the midscale segment with the debut of Four Points Flex… Read the full news article

Marriott International to Open First Autograph Collection Safari Camp in Tanzania’s Serengeti

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International will open Mapito Safari Camp, Serengeti, Autograph Collection in Q3 2025, marking the first-ever Autograph Collection safari camp. Located in the heart of the Serengeti, the 16-suite camp will offer stunning wildlife experiences, immersive safaris, and a sustainable design inspired by local culture. This exciting debut expands Marriott’s Autograph Collection into… Read the full news article

Marriott Accelerates Growth of Four Points Flex by Sheraton, Targeting Over 50 European Properties by 2026

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International has announced plans to double its affordable midscale brand, Four Points Flex by Sheraton, across Europe by the end of 2026, aiming to reach over 50 properties in the region. Launched in the EMEA region in September 2023, the brand now includes 25 hotels and more than 2,700 rooms in countries… Read the full news article

Marriott International Partners with Knowledge Economic City to Open Three Hotels in Madinah, Boosting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Goals

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Anticipated projects will add over 1,200 rooms within the destination’s Islamic World District (IN SHORT) Marriott International has partnered with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) to open three hotels in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, adding over 1,200 rooms to the city’s hospitality offerings. The hotels, under the Courtyard by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, and Residence Inn… Read the full news article

Marriott Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans in Europe through Conversion Projects

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Growth plans across the continent reflect the confidence owners continue have in the company (IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. announces ambitious growth plans at the International Hospitality Investment Forum in Berlin, aiming to add nearly 100 properties and over 12,000 rooms to its European portfolio through conversion and adaptive reuse projects by the end of… Read the full news article

JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa: A New Landmark in Greek Luxury Hospitality

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JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa will introduce the brand’s mindful ethos and serene spaces to the sought-after island destination (IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. has partnered with Vasilakis SA to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Greece with the upcoming JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, set to open in 2025. Spanning 100 acres… Read the full news article

Marriott International Continues Expansion in Türkiye with 13 New Deals and Over 2,000 Rooms

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Signed projects include the anticipated debut of Fairfield Inn by Marriott in the country ISTANBUL, TURKEY, 2023-Sep-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) reinforced its long-term commitment to Türkiye with the announcement of 13 deal signings comprising over 2,000 rooms. The signings are expected to further enhance the company’s footprint in… Read the full news article

Marriott International to debut Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand off the west coast of Saudi Arabia in 2023

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Part of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea destination, this Private Sanctuary will Deliver Transformative and Immersive Guest Experiences RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. today (MAY 23, 2022) announced it has signed an agreement with The Red Sea Development Company to debut its distinguished Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand off the west… Read the full news article

Marriott International to develop two new luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia: The St. Regis Riyadh and The Jeddah EDITION

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The St. Regis Riyadh and The Jeddah EDITION are anticipated to open in prime city locations RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2021-Dec-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. today (DECEMBER 6, 2021) announced it has signed an agreement with Sela Sport Company to develop two new luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia. Slated to open in 2022,… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the 320-room Moxy Downtown Dubai slated to open in 2025

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Stylish 320-room Moxy Downtown Dubai is expected to make its debut in the United Arab Emirates in 2025 DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2020-Nov-20 — /Travel PR News/ —Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (NOVEMBER 18, 2020) announced it has signed an agreement with Ingenious Holding Limited to debut the company’s bold and experiential Moxy Hotels… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces a landmark agreement to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah

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2,600-room hotel would be the largest Fairfield, and brand’s first in Middle East and Africa RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (JANUARY 22, 2020) announced that it has signed a landmark agreement with Nahdet Al-Mashaer to open a 2,600-room Fairfield by Marriott property in Makkah. The… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces plans to add 40 properties and over 8,000 rooms across Africa by the end of 2023

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Company announces four new deals including entry into Cape Verde; Development pipeline expected to drive owner investment of over $2 billion and generate 12,000 new jobs ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, 2019-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — From the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Addis, Marriott International reinforced its commitment to Africa by announcing it expects to add… Read the full news article

Marriott International expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019

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Company on-track to grow its portfolio by 45 percent through the end of 2023 with over 100 properties under development DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2019-Apr-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International today (04/08/2019) announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in… Read the full news article