Luxe travellers near and far are busy jamming their umpteen pairs of Jimmy Choos and Christian Louboutins into their Montblanc suitcases upon receipt of this news.

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Much like the waistline of Travel Weekly’s editor (thanks to some early office Christmas gifts), Marriott’s presence is set to expand significantly.

Our view right now is a brick wall that’s barely visible through the thunderstorm. You could say we’re more than a little envious of these.