Starwood is planning to expand the Sheraton brand agressively in 2013, primarily focusing on the Asia Pacific region. Half of the 30 new properties are expected to open in China, and several others will open in emerging markets such as Latin America, the Middle East and Turkey.
In North America, Sheraton will continue to target conversion properties.
Planned Asia openings include the Sheraton New Caledonia Bourail Resort and Spa in New Caledonia, Sheraton Chandigarh Hotel in India and Sheraton Huzhou Hot Spring Resort.
The Sheraton Medina Hotel, Sheraton Dubai Mall of Emirates and the Sheraton Dushanbe Hotel in Tajikistan are planned for the Middle East.
Sheraton will also open two new hotels in Turkey in the cities of Adana and Bursa.
