India, July 29 -- Marriott International, Inc. announced a landmark agreement with Misr Italia Properties and People & Places to develop nine total properties, representing over 1,500 keys, across Egypt's most sought-after coastal and urban destinations.

Scope of the Agreement

- Nine properties planned across Egypt's coastal and urban destinations.

- Represents over 1,500 keys (hotel rooms and branded residences).

- Includes luxury and premium brands: The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, and Autograph Collection.

Strategic Importance

- Reinforces Egypt's ambition to grow its tourism sector and attract international investment.

- Marriott sees Egypt as a strategic growth market, supported by strong tourism fundamentals and expanding infrastructure.

Economic Impact

- Investments exceed EGP 56.7 billion.

- Expected to create around 6,000 direct and indirect jobs.

- Aims to welcome approximately 373,000 tourists annually.

Key Projects

- Ras Al Hekma (North Coast):

- Ritz-Carlton hotel (170 rooms) + 268 Ritz-Carlton Residences.

- Autograph Collection hotel (180 rooms) + 250 branded residences.

- West Cairo (Sphinx City - Hills of One): Luxury Collection hotel (180 rooms) + 180 residences.

- Ain Sokhna (Kai Sokhna Red Sea): Autograph Collection hotel (80 rooms) + 172 branded residences.

- East Cairo (Garden 8): Autograph Collection hotel (100 rooms).

Long-Term Vision

- Misr Italia and People & Places aim to build a portfolio of 50 hospitality assets by 2037.

- Strengthens Egypt's position as a......

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