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Wynn Al Marjan Casino Resort Opening May Face Delays Due to Iran War
Wynn Al Marjan, a highly anticipated casino resort in the Middle East, may experience delays in its opening due to the ongoing Iran War and previous construction delays. The $5.1bn Wynn Al Marjan project, which will host the Middle East’s first casino resort, is still under construction.
Wynn Al Marjan is being developed by Wynn Resorts and local partners Marjan and RAK HospitalityHolding. The property is currently under construction, but delays are expected to the opening date.
Despite the ongoing construction, the geopolitical conflict and previous delays may force Wynn Resorts’ hand to revise its original date from early 2027 to later in the same year. The development site is a group of artificial islands about 50 miles from the Dubai International Airport, making it easily accessible for inbound travelers.
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