Nine of the world’s most luxurious hotel and resort brands have been revealed in the first phase of The Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia, expected to open in 2023. Properties will range in size from 76 to 430 rooms and suites.

Accor has expanded the SLS Hotels & Residences brand to the Middle East with the opening of SLS Dubai – one of the tallest buildings in the emirate. The French hotel juggernaut acquired sbe’s hotel brands, which includes SLS, late last year.