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The opportunities that integrated
resorts (IRs) are presenting in the
modern world are simply too large
to ignore and should be an integral

part of any hospitality industry
supplier or service providers future
strategy. Within this feature, we
will be taking a look at these multi-
dimensional and next generation
destinations that today act like a
district that is fully integrated with
amenities and operates as a fluid,
market-driven space comprised of

targeted micro-environments that
offer a plethora of activities.

one of Germany’s biggest cinema operators, is also opening open its first branch in Hamburg. It will house ten cinema halls with state-of-the-
art technology. Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier is scheduled to complete in fall 2023 following an investment of more than €1bn. It will
boast a total of 14 buildings, which will house entertainment concepts, hotels and apartments.
Master developer Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment is moving forward with INSPIRE Athens, the landmark integrated resort and casino
development that is part of the Hellinikon Project in Greece. The resort consists of a luxury hotel, entertainment venues, convention centre,
shopping, dining, casino, and a comprehensive mix of premium amenities. This development will help launch a new era of tourism growth
and economic prosperity for all of Greece and the entire region. The INSPIRE Athens development is valued at about $9bn and is estimated
to create more than 7,000 jobs in the region during and after construction, including direct, indirect, and induced. The completion of the
Integrated Resort and Casino is expected to increase international tourism in the Attica region by at least 10 per cent, attracting an influx
of international tourists and providing a significant contribution to the pioneering Hellinikon Project that looks set to redefine the modern
identity of Greece.
The upcoming Osaka integrated resort could launch as soon as 2027, this is the opinion of the Osaka Convention and Tourism Bureau
Director Hiroshi Mizohata. The opening plans were revealed as part of the recent Japan IR Forum Online 2021, run by the Japan IR
Association. The developer for this upcoming development look set to be MGM Resorts after Genting Singapore and Galaxy Entertainment
exited the race.
The Londoner Macao evokes the excitement and charm of the Victorian era. Bringing together the very best of this iconic city from
spectacular recreations of world-famous landmarks to uniquely London-inspired public spaces, accommodation, restaurants, retail and
entertainment, The Londoner Maco is set to be the third themed destination at Sands Resorts Macao where visitors will feel like they
are visiting a European country. The upcoming site will feature authentic recreations of classic British landmarks, with an exterior façade
modelled on the world-famous Palace of Westminster and Houses of Parliament complete with a 96m tall Elizabeth Tower. The interiors will

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