Marriott International, today announced it is projecting to open more than 30 luxury properties in 2019, furthering the company’s global perspective on luxury travel with its ensemble of eight distinct luxury brands.

Marriott International is poised to expand its luxury footprint with more than 200 properties in the development pipeline, representing 20 new countries for the company’s luxury portfolio, from Sri Lanka to Bermuda and Morocco to Kenya.

“Our eight unique luxury brands provide distinct experiences that appeal to different types of luxury travelers, no matter if your priority is residing at the best address in town, completely immersing yourself in your destination, or prioritizing your wellbeing,” said Tina Edmundson, global brand officer and luxury portfolio leader, Marriott International.

The Ritz-Carlton will continue to set the standard for luxury. With six openings anticipated in the year ahead, the luxury brand also expects to celebrate the opening of its 100th property.  In the region, the company will open Ritz-Carlton Rabat, Dar es Salam.

Currently offering more than 40 hotels in 20 countries and territories, St. Regis recently celebrated the renovation of The St. Regis Rome along with the opening of The St. Regis Zhuhai, China’s premier tourist destination on the Pearl River Delta. In the coming year, St. Regis is expecting to bring its modern glamour to Cairo.