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Pure Luxury Play, Like No Other: Anuraag Bhatnagar
  • HotelScapes

Pure Luxury Play, Like No Other: Anuraag Bhatnagar

  • Navin Berry
  • February 10, 2026
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The Leela Hotels’ Story, like that of India, is only Beginning, with a Promise of […]

Ran Baas, The Palace offers a unique heritage experience in the heart of Patiala
  • HotelScapes

Ran Baas, The Palace offers a unique heritage experience in the heart of Patiala

  • Vijay Dewan
  • April 26, 2025
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Punjab CM inaugurates the historic 18th century edifice. The Apeejay Park Hotels live to their […]

Taj’s ‘House of Ming’ Debuts in London at St James
  • HotelScapes

Taj’s ‘House of Ming’ Debuts in London at St James

  • Navin Berry in London
  • July 3, 2023
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With what thought has HOM come to London? It was re-invented in Delhi recently, as […]

Hospitality industry looks ahead, remains bullish on growth
  • HotelScapes

Hospitality industry looks ahead, remains bullish on growth

  • Navin Berry
  • June 2, 2023
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Post the covid disruptions that cost the industry near death, there are signs of good […]

Hospitality poised for sustained growth
  • HotelScapes

Hospitality poised for sustained growth

  • Nabeel Ahmed
  • May 6, 2023
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AS INDIA SURGES ON ITS ECONOMIC GROWTH; BOTH BUSINESS AND LEISURE TO REMAIN STRONG TAILWINDS […]

Planet Hollywood forays into India, announces Rohan Jetley to lead
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Planet Hollywood forays into India, announces Rohan Jetley to lead

  • Navin Berry
  • May 6, 2023
  • 0

In yet another proof of India’s attraction among global investors in hospitality, US major Planet […]

She remains ‘The Taj’: the ‘woman’ has arrived in our society
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She remains ‘The Taj’: the ‘woman’ has arrived in our society

  • CS Bureau
  • April 5, 2023
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To mark the International Women’s Day, the Taj Group of Hotels organized an engaging seminar […]

2022: A dream year for India’s hotel industry!
  • HotelScapes

2022: A dream year for India’s hotel industry!

  • CS Bureau
  • March 28, 2023
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This year-end report is an analysis of the Indian Hotel market performance for 2022 which […]

Impressive third Quarter for IHCL signals a new Growth Period for Hotels
  • HotelScapes

Impressive third Quarter for IHCL signals a new Growth Period for Hotels

  • Navin Berry
  • February 1, 2023
  • 0

The writing has been on the wall, and predictably and surely a confident IHCL has […]

Radhe Shyam Saraf has passed on: The last of the Legendary Hoteliers!
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Radhe Shyam Saraf has passed on: The last of the Legendary Hoteliers!

  • Navin Berry
  • January 20, 2023
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Radhe Shyam Saraf, the founder and moving spirit of Saraf Hotels passed on last year. […]

One more feather in Khattar’s global ambitions in celebrating Indian and now international cuisine.
  • HotelScapes

One more feather in Khattar’s global ambitions in celebrating Indian and now international cuisine.

  • Navin Berry with inputs from Kolomon
  • October 19, 2022
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Old World Hospitality which launched Delhi’s India Habitat Centre, has been spreading wings internationally with […]

Re-imagined Taj Mahal: Building Afresh Upon its Rich Legacy of 40 Years, Creating New Benchmarks for the City’s Hospitality Industry
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Re-imagined Taj Mahal: Building Afresh Upon its Rich Legacy of 40 Years, Creating New Benchmarks for the City’s Hospitality Industry

  • Navin Berry
  • October 6, 2022
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With a fresh lease signed, IHCL has put into place a re-imagined property that builds […]

IHCL Market Cap Rises 81% this Year; Chhatwal says Industry Can Absorb Another 175,000 Branded Rooms in Next 10 Years.
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IHCL Market Cap Rises 81% this Year; Chhatwal says Industry Can Absorb Another 175,000 Branded Rooms in Next 10 Years.

  • Navin Berry
  • October 4, 2022
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In an exclusive interview with Destination India, IHCL MD and CEO, says the industry has […]

IHM Pusa celebrates its 60 years with Aplomb! It is Time to Look Ahead!
  • HotelScapes

IHM Pusa celebrates its 60 years with Aplomb! It is Time to Look Ahead!

  • Navin Berry
  • September 22, 2022
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It is a Moment in Time. IHM Pusa has made a sterling contribution to professionalism […]

Taj Hotels Play Custodians of the Best Indian Hospitality Traditions; London Property Celebrates 75 years of India’s Independence.
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Taj Hotels Play Custodians of the Best Indian Hospitality Traditions; London Property Celebrates 75 years of India’s Independence.

  • Navin Berry in London
  • August 16, 2022
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Taj Hotels in London celebrated India’s 75th Independence Day with subtle aplomb! Inviting a select […]

Should Hotels Pull Out the ‘Tandoor’ to Support the Environment? 
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Should Hotels Pull Out the ‘Tandoor’ to Support the Environment? 

  • Niranjan Khatri
  • June 4, 2022
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A simple step towards Decarbonisation, to be collectively Adopted by the Hospitality industry  Knowing the […]

Bukhara Brings the Zing Back into Life after Covid, It’s a Big Reassurance that Good Times are on Hand!
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Bukhara Brings the Zing Back into Life after Covid, It’s a Big Reassurance that Good Times are on Hand!

  • Navin Berry
  • April 30, 2022
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Life has been strange in numerous ways, for want of a better expression, over the […]

The Lodhi in New Delhi Keeps Its Iconic Status During the Pandemic, Emerges Stronger for all the Disruptions.
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The Lodhi in New Delhi Keeps Its Iconic Status During the Pandemic, Emerges Stronger for all the Disruptions.

  • CS Bureau
  • April 30, 2022
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The Lodhi is a stand-alone super luxury property in the heart of Central Delhi. Run […]

Leela Builds Upon its Traditions and Core Values, Looks at Expansion both in India and Globally, says Anuraag Bhatnagar.
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Leela Builds Upon its Traditions and Core Values, Looks at Expansion both in India and Globally, says Anuraag Bhatnagar.

  • Navin Berry
  • March 30, 2022
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DI interviews the CEO, Anuraag Bhatnagar on what’s brewing at the hospitality chain, committed to […]

The world is undergoing a major shift in decision-making and buying power, and it’s altering the global and Indian hospitality ecosystem, says K B Kachru.
  • HotelScapes

The world is undergoing a major shift in decision-making and buying power, and it’s altering the global and Indian hospitality ecosystem, says K B Kachru.

  • Navin Berry
  • March 14, 2022
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What is the impact, looking back, upon Indian hospitality industry – witnessing the last two […]

The Young Legend in Luxury, Ankur Bhatia Passes Away leaving a Rich Legacy that Competed with the Best in the Business
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The Young Legend in Luxury, Ankur Bhatia Passes Away leaving a Rich Legacy that Competed with the Best in the Business

  • Navin Berry
  • June 10, 2021
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For him, Amadeus was a start-up in the first wake of technology coming into Indian […]

A MOAT, A FORT  AND AN ELEPHANT DOOR: How CSR can Save Indian Heritage?
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A MOAT, A FORT AND AN ELEPHANT DOOR: How CSR can Save Indian Heritage?

  • Rakesh Mathur
  • June 9, 2021
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Rakesh Mathur, eminent hotelier and presently, president of the Responsible Tourism Society, shares a model […]

Leela Hotels Uses This Lockdown to Assure Its Associates, And Vaccinate Them and Their Families; Confident That When Business Starts, They Will Be There to Serve Their Guests Meaningfully.
  • HotelScapes

Leela Hotels Uses This Lockdown to Assure Its Associates, And Vaccinate Them and Their Families; Confident That When Business Starts, They Will Be There to Serve Their Guests Meaningfully.

  • Navin Berry
  • May 18, 2021
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Destination India spoke with Anuraag Bhatnagar, COO, Leela Hotels and Resorts on how they are […]

Remembering Anil Bhandari, among the Great Hoteliers that ITDC produced
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Remembering Anil Bhandari, among the Great Hoteliers that ITDC produced

  • Virat Varma and Anil Chak
  • May 13, 2021
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Veteran Hotelier, Anil Bhandari, former CMD, ITDC and former MD, HCI passed on recently. In […]

Lemon Tree Hotels Partner with hospitals across India to offer Early to Mild care to Covid Patients; Hospitality Chains Sign In to Help out the Needy
  • HotelScapes

Lemon Tree Hotels Partner with hospitals across India to offer Early to Mild care to Covid Patients; Hospitality Chains Sign In to Help out the Needy

  • Navin Berry
  • May 8, 2021
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A most laudable initiative from the hospitality industry. A far cry from asking for more, […]

Prashanth Takes on his second avatar as hotelier, launches Avatar Hotel in Mangalore
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Prashanth Takes on his second avatar as hotelier, launches Avatar Hotel in Mangalore

  • Navin Berry
  • May 6, 2021
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Prashanth Aroor has taken on his second avatar, as a hotelier, starting with The Avatar […]

“Aerocity has the promise of becoming Delhi’s most important business district”
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“Aerocity has the promise of becoming Delhi’s most important business district”

  • Sourish Bhattacharyya
  • April 18, 2021
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The shadow of Covid is back to haunt the Aerocity, but its community of hoteliers […]

Hotelivate Report 2021 Captures the Stress in Hospitality; The High and Low witnessed in Different Segments
  • HotelScapes

Hotelivate Report 2021 Captures the Stress in Hospitality; The High and Low witnessed in Different Segments

  • CS Bureau
  • April 18, 2021
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Hotelivate has released its Hospitality Report for year 2021, giving its stats and pulse of […]

Ginger Hotels ups the Game in Economy to Midscale Segment, Market Share Grows to 26% in 2020, says Deepika Rao
  • HotelScapes

Ginger Hotels ups the Game in Economy to Midscale Segment, Market Share Grows to 26% in 2020, says Deepika Rao

  • Navin Berry
  • March 2, 2021
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Ginger Hotels have Stepped up its Engagement, With its New Brand Positioning Inspiring Greater Traction in its […]

Accor India Drives New Winds of Change with Puneet Dhawan
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Accor India Drives New Winds of Change with Puneet Dhawan

  • Navin Berry
  • March 2, 2021
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We meet Puneet Dhawan, Senior VP-Operations, Accor India and South Asia, to unravel what’s up […]

With Covid, Do Hotels Need to Rethink Design? Is it Too Early to Decide? When Life Comes Back to Normal, Will Hotels Start Serving Again Their Original Purpose.
  • HotelScapes

With Covid, Do Hotels Need to Rethink Design? Is it Too Early to Decide? When Life Comes Back to Normal, Will Hotels Start Serving Again Their Original Purpose.

  • Navin Berry
  • December 17, 2020
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We ask this question of Sarabjeet Singh, noted hotel designer and consultant. With his vast […]

Robot Bartenders, Sushi and Ramen makers, Cashless Payments show the way in Japan, as leader in Global Technology.
  • HotelScapes

Robot Bartenders, Sushi and Ramen makers, Cashless Payments show the way in Japan, as leader in Global Technology.

  • CS Bureau
  • December 2, 2020
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Trust the Japanese to do it first! When it comes to contactless delivery in the […]

Uncertain Times Call for More Meaningful Exchanges within Industry and with Diverse Stakeholders
  • HotelScapes

Uncertain Times Call for More Meaningful Exchanges within Industry and with Diverse Stakeholders

  • Navin Berry
  • December 1, 2020
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In a brief interview, Neeraj Govil, head of Marriot Hotels in India, says business sentiment […]

HOSI 2020 Concludes as Major Hybrid Event for the Industry with 2000 Delegates
  • HotelScapes

HOSI 2020 Concludes as Major Hybrid Event for the Industry with 2000 Delegates

  • CS Bureau
  • October 1, 2020
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The year 2020 has seen little activity, especially after March, when the lockdown started. In […]

Taj Hotels Boost Customer Confidence Making  Driving Holidays a Success, says Dinesh Khanna, MD, Taj Bekal
  • HotelScapes

Taj Hotels Boost Customer Confidence Making Driving Holidays a Success, says Dinesh Khanna, MD, Taj Bekal

  • Navin Berry
  • September 28, 2020
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Driving Holidays have caught on, say insiders in the industry. Said one hotel owner in […]

Al Fresco is the New Norm, and Hospitality Industry is Going Full Swing with it.
  • HotelScapes

Al Fresco is the New Norm, and Hospitality Industry is Going Full Swing with it.

  • Navin Berry
  • September 21, 2020
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As the Hospitality industry reopens, with the new normal, we bring you a glimpse of […]

Year 2020 has been the Worst Year for Indian Hotel Industry, and Continues its Negative Growth, says Horwath Study
  • HotelScapes

Year 2020 has been the Worst Year for Indian Hotel Industry, and Continues its Negative Growth, says Horwath Study

  • CS Bureau
  • September 21, 2020
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The industry, surveyed over the first six months of this year, shows a near ICU […]

Chhatwal and HAI relentlessly pursue solutions for the hospitality industry
  • HotelScapes

Chhatwal and HAI relentlessly pursue solutions for the hospitality industry

  • Navin Berry
  • July 11, 2020
  • 0

Puneet Chhatwal, and Hotel Association of India, have been relentlessly pursuing solutions for the hospitality […]

Binod Chaudhary acquires 2 iconic Fairmont properties in Kenya, signaling new Africa initiative
  • HotelScapes

Binod Chaudhary acquires 2 iconic Fairmont properties in Kenya, signaling new Africa initiative

  • Navin Berry
  • June 10, 2020
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Binod Chaudhary run CG Hospitality, the hospitality arm of CG Corp Global, the first multi-billion-dollar conglomerate […]

Roseate live streams kitchen feed for guests, works on the principle, seeing is believing!
  • HotelScapes

Roseate live streams kitchen feed for guests, works on the principle, seeing is believing!

  • CS Bureau
  • June 10, 2020
  • 0

As food safety and hygiene take centre stage, Roseate Hotels has commendably shown the way […]

Wait and Watch as the high drama unfolds, says Arun Saraf
  • HotelScapes

Wait and Watch as the high drama unfolds, says Arun Saraf

  • Navin Berry
  • May 12, 2020
  • 0

The Saraf family started their hotel business with Yak n Yeti in Kathmandu, later developed […]

Potential scenario options outlined in Hotelivate survey
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Potential scenario options outlined in Hotelivate survey

  • Shailee Sharma
  • May 12, 2020
  • 0

Humans have evolved over thousands of years to become social beings; however, the COVID-19 pandemic […]

Hotels should be allowed to sell liquor by Home delivery!
  • HotelScapes

Hotels should be allowed to sell liquor by Home delivery!

  • Navin Berry
  • May 7, 2020
  • 0

It would be a national waste, if we let stocks reach their expiry, and then […]

Expect Recovery Tail to be Shorter, working towards more Smart and Lean operations: Neeraj Govil
  • HotelScapes

Expect Recovery Tail to be Shorter, working towards more Smart and Lean operations: Neeraj Govil

  • Navin Berry
  • May 5, 2020
  • 0

In Times Like These, the winner is who reads the writing on the wall quicker […]

Aerocity Hotels get their task cut, may take another 2 years to reach 2019 levels.
  • HotelScapes

Aerocity Hotels get their task cut, may take another 2 years to reach 2019 levels.

  • Navin Berry
  • May 5, 2020
  • 0

We take a look at Aerocity as a hotel zone, revisit some of the large […]

Indian Hospitality will re-imagine itself, learn to bounce back! Industry has to first survive, and only then revive.
  • HotelScapes

Indian Hospitality will re-imagine itself, learn to bounce back! Industry has to first survive, and only then revive.

  • Navin Berry
  • April 20, 2020
  • 0

Among the many voices speaking for hospitality industry, there is one significant representation made by […]

Uptick in hospitality business will also depend upon demand, says Radisson CEO Zubin Saxena
  • HotelScapes

Uptick in hospitality business will also depend upon demand, says Radisson CEO Zubin Saxena

  • S S Thakur
  • April 6, 2020
  • 0

To say that these are testing times for the hospitality industry, may sound a trifle […]

India Hospitality Industry Overview 2019: HVS Report
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India Hospitality Industry Overview 2019: HVS Report

  • CS Bureau
  • March 18, 2020
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HVS has released its annual review for the hospitality industry for the year 2019. Much […]

19 Wedding Related Events average per single day for Marriott
  • HotelScapes

19 Wedding Related Events average per single day for Marriott

  • Navin Berry
  • March 18, 2020
  • 0

Weddings are big business for India’s hospitality industry. Wedding tourism is the single biggest growth […]

Skilling for 21st Century Tourism & Hospitality
  • HotelScapes

Skilling for 21st Century Tourism & Hospitality

  • CS Bureau
  • March 18, 2020
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Imagine experiencing Taj Mahal without a guide, said Manish Kumar, CEO, National Skill Development Corporation, […]

Given India’s Potential, Much More Investment Should have Come Already
  • HotelScapes

Given India’s Potential, Much More Investment Should have Come Already

  • CS Bureau
  • February 13, 2020
  • 0

Presenting a uniquely insightful perspective of the industry scenario from an international standpoint, as a […]

Marketplace: Economy & Tourism impact numbers
  • HotelScapes

Marketplace: Economy & Tourism impact numbers

  • CS Bureau
  • February 6, 2020
  • 0

India’s leading hospitality consulting, asset management and investment advisory, Hotelivate, in its recent report on […]

Hospitality: Ease of Doing Business is Critical
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Hospitality: Ease of Doing Business is Critical

  • CS Bureau
  • February 6, 2020
  • 0

Indian tourism and Indian hospitality industry in particular is seeking a greater ease in doing […]

Goa: Crowds could bring loss of Domestic numbers
  • HotelScapes

Goa: Crowds could bring loss of Domestic numbers

  • CS Bureau
  • February 6, 2020
  • 0

Goafs veteran hotelier, Sunder Advani, CMD, Renaissance Goa Resort began his innings in the state […]

Marriott: Consistent with revenues & growth
  • HotelScapes

Marriott: Consistent with revenues & growth

  • Navin Berry
  • January 30, 2020
  • 0

Marriott Hotels have grown significantly in India, especially after their buy-out of Starwood Hotels. In […]

Hidden gems for your new year’s getaway!  
  • HotelScapes

Hidden gems for your new year’s getaway!  

  • CS Bureau
  • November 18, 2019
  • 0

After a hectic year of work and life, everyone deserves to party their way on […]

Open to IPO, expect a better valuation in the next two years: Pride Hotels CEO Satyen Jain
  • HotelScapes

Open to IPO, expect a better valuation in the next two years: Pride Hotels CEO Satyen Jain

  • S S Thakur
  • September 11, 2019
  • 0

Satyen Jain, CEO, Pride Hotels, believed that ‘wait and watch’ was a prudent strategy in […]

The Savoy stands out for true recreation of colonial legacy, a testimony to passion in hoteliering
  • HotelScapes

The Savoy stands out for true recreation of colonial legacy, a testimony to passion in hoteliering

  • S S Thakur
  • September 9, 2019
  • 0

What makes The Savoy distinct is perhaps its fascinating story but equally its painstaking restoration. […]

The re-imagined Ginger, City Centre Noida, reflects company’s lean luxe positioning
  • HotelScapes

The re-imagined Ginger, City Centre Noida, reflects company’s lean luxe positioning

  • CS Bureau
  • September 5, 2019
  • 0

Ginger has unveiled the first lean luxe hotel in Delhi NCR at- Ginger Noida, City Center. The new spaces […]

Industry leaders must speak their mind; Parivartan requires leadership, says Puneet Chhatwal
  • HotelScapes

Industry leaders must speak their mind; Parivartan requires leadership, says Puneet Chhatwal

  • S S Thakur
  • September 4, 2019
  • 0

Mr Chhatwal, MD & CEO, IHCL, was at his informative and assertive best at the […]

Experiential, immersive tourism is here to stay; it’s advantage standalone hotels, believe insiders
  • HotelScapes

Experiential, immersive tourism is here to stay; it’s advantage standalone hotels, believe insiders

  • S S Thakur
  • September 4, 2019
  • 0

Immersive and experiential tourism have acquired serious business propositions and can no longer be viewed […]

IHCL to add 25 hotels in 2 years; Puneet Chhatwal exudes confidence on the road ahead
  • HotelScapes

IHCL to add 25 hotels in 2 years; Puneet Chhatwal exudes confidence on the road ahead

  • Navin Berry
  • September 2, 2019
  • 0

Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO, IHCL, declared that IHCL was poised to add a hotel […]

Sarovar Hotel expands portfolio in Haryana with Geeta Sarovar Portico, Panipat
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar Hotel expands portfolio in Haryana with Geeta Sarovar Portico, Panipat

  • CS Bureau
  • August 27, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels has expanded its presence in Haryana with the new signing in Panipat, also […]

Sarovar Hotel expands portfolio in Haryana with Geeta Sarovar Portico, Panipat
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar Hotel expands portfolio in Haryana with Geeta Sarovar Portico, Panipat

  • CS Bureau
  • August 26, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels has expanded its presence in Haryana with the new signing in Panipat, also […]

FHRAI comes down hard on food service aggregators; warns of nationwide protests
  • HotelScapes

FHRAI comes down hard on food service aggregators; warns of nationwide protests

  • CS Bureau
  • August 21, 2019
  • 0

Amidst the on-going conflict between OTAs and hotels, a new but similar dispute has been […]

Lakshyaraj Singh donates 20000 kgs of educational supplies; gets his second Guinness World Record
  • HotelScapes

Lakshyaraj Singh donates 20000 kgs of educational supplies; gets his second Guinness World Record

  • S S Thakur
  • August 20, 2019
  • 0

Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar has registered his name in the prestigious Guinness Book of World Record […]

Three-fourth of all frequent travellers up for a hotel loyalty program: IHG and SAMHI study
  • HotelScapes

Three-fourth of all frequent travellers up for a hotel loyalty program: IHG and SAMHI study

  • CS Bureau
  • June 19, 2019
  • 0

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group, along with SAMHI, undertook an in-depth consumer survey to better understand the […]

IHG strengthens luxury and upscale portfolios; to add 2 hotels in Bengaluru
  • HotelScapes

IHG strengthens luxury and upscale portfolios; to add 2 hotels in Bengaluru

  • CS Bureau
  • June 19, 2019
  • 0

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed an agreement with Hotel Paraag Limited in Bangalore, for […]

For Accor in India, densification is our development priority, says Jean-Michel Cassé
  • HotelScapes

For Accor in India, densification is our development priority, says Jean-Michel Cassé

  • S S Thakur
  • June 19, 2019
  • 0

While aggressively promoting budget and mid-market segments, Jean-Michel Cassé, Chief Operating Officer (COO) – India […]

ITC announces the launch of super premium luxury Hotel ITC Royal Bengal
  • HotelScapes

ITC announces the launch of super premium luxury Hotel ITC Royal Bengal

  • CS Bureau
  • June 12, 2019
  • 0

ITC has announced the inauguration of its new super-premium luxury hotel in Kolkata – the […]

Sarovar Hotels expand presence in Delhi NCR with Sarovar Portico, Surajkund
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar Hotels expand presence in Delhi NCR with Sarovar Portico, Surajkund

  • CS Bureau
  • June 3, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels and Resorts expand its presence in Delhi NCR with the signing of new […]

IHCL on course to becoming the most profitable hotel company in South Asia, says Puneet Chhatwal
  • HotelScapes

IHCL on course to becoming the most profitable hotel company in South Asia, says Puneet Chhatwal

  • CS Bureau
  • May 29, 2019
  • 0

‘Aspiration 2022’ was well on course, suggested Puneet Chhatwal. In his address to stakeholders of […]

Hyatt Promise ensures the best Hampi experience for leisure and corporate tourist alike
  • HotelScapes

Hyatt Promise ensures the best Hampi experience for leisure and corporate tourist alike

  • CS Bureau
  • May 27, 2019
  • 0

Given Hampi’s unique standing as a major tourism product, it is frequented by leisure and […]

Hotelivate’s latest report a must read, provides a comprehensive perspective on hospitality
  • HotelScapes

Hotelivate’s latest report a must read, provides a comprehensive perspective on hospitality

  • Navin Berry
  • May 1, 2019
  • 0

Manav Thadani’s Hotelivate has collaborated with CAPA and WTTC to produce a composite picture of […]

Hilton’s iconic brand to debut in Maldives with Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
  • HotelScapes

Hilton’s iconic brand to debut in Maldives with Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

  • CS Bureau
  • April 24, 2019
  • 0

Hilton’s luxury brand, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, will soon welcome guests to the heart of […]

Sarovar ramps up presence in Uttar Pradesh; opens Nirvana Sarovar Portico in Gorakhpur
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar ramps up presence in Uttar Pradesh; opens Nirvana Sarovar Portico in Gorakhpur

  • CS Bureau
  • April 23, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels has recently announced the opening of Nirvana Sarovar Portico in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. […]

Accor wins two awards at HICSA 2019; declared best hotel in two segments
  • HotelScapes

Accor wins two awards at HICSA 2019; declared best hotel in two segments

  • CS Bureau
  • April 22, 2019
  • 0

At the recently concluded Hotel Investment Conference – South Asia (HICSA), Accor’s Novotel Chennai Chamiers […]

Leveraging scale to drive profits across portfolio; new offerings on the cards, says Zubin Saxena
  • HotelScapes

Leveraging scale to drive profits across portfolio; new offerings on the cards, says Zubin Saxena

  • S S Thakur
  • April 15, 2019
  • 0

It has been over a month since he has been in the saddle and Zubin […]

IHG and SAMHI announce commercial success; SAMHI pledges 100 cr. for renovation
  • HotelScapes

IHG and SAMHI announce commercial success; SAMHI pledges 100 cr. for renovation

  • CS Bureau
  • April 12, 2019
  • 0

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and SAMHI shared details of commercial success of their partnership following the […]

Sarovar Hotels & Resorts to debut in Indore; signs a new hotel with 88 rooms
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar Hotels & Resorts to debut in Indore; signs a new hotel with 88 rooms

  • CS Bureau
  • April 11, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels & Resorts has recently announced the signing of a new hotel in the […]

Cautious optimism the underlying tone in 2019; ADRs to go up, forecasts HVS-ANAROCK Report
  • HotelScapes

Cautious optimism the underlying tone in 2019; ADRs to go up, forecasts HVS-ANAROCK Report

  • CS Bureau
  • April 5, 2019
  • 0

2019 is expected to be a mixed bag for the hotel industry and Mandeep Lamba’s […]

The Postcard announces a 50-room luxury resort in South Goa; to open in 2021
  • HotelScapes

The Postcard announces a 50-room luxury resort in South Goa; to open in 2021

  • CS Bureau
  • April 5, 2019
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The Postcard Hotel has signed a new boutique luxury hotel project in South Goa. The Postcard’s new project would […]

Current rates, land cost discouraging supply; opportunity for ARRs to go up, says Ajay Bakaya 
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Current rates, land cost discouraging supply; opportunity for ARRs to go up, says Ajay Bakaya 

  • S S Thakur
  • April 4, 2019
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Ajay Bakaya, Managing Director, Sarovar Hotels, shared his views on a range of issues in […]

Accor makes the much-awaited announcement; Raffles comes to India
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Accor makes the much-awaited announcement; Raffles comes to India

  • CS Bureau
  • April 3, 2019
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The much-awaited announcement has finally been made. Accor has announced the launch of its iconic […]

Even Against All Odds: a book review of Sunder Advani’s memoir
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Even Against All Odds: a book review of Sunder Advani’s memoir

  • CS Bureau
  • April 1, 2019
  • 0

An engrossing book review on Sunder Advani’s book by Saaz Agarwal.  Even Against All Odds […]

Trends in F&B and startups examined at the first Mayo Alumni Summit in the capital
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Trends in F&B and startups examined at the first Mayo Alumni Summit in the capital

  • CS Bureau
  • April 1, 2019
  • 0

The Mayo Alumni Association, Delhi (MAAD), a chapter of the Old Boys Society, Ajmer which […]

Hyatt to muscle up its India presence, to add 14 properties in two years
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Hyatt to muscle up its India presence, to add 14 properties in two years

  • CS Bureau
  • March 29, 2019
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that 2019 will mark record growth for the company. Expansion […]

Accor concludes Showcase 2019 with record breaking hotel and resort representation
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Accor concludes Showcase 2019 with record breaking hotel and resort representation

  • CS Bureau
  • March 27, 2019
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The Accor Showcase this year saw more than 1,400 attendees that interacted with Accor representatives from […]

IHCL debuts in Rishikesh with Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, expands in Uttarakhand
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IHCL debuts in Rishikesh with Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, expands in Uttarakhand

  • CS Bureau
  • March 25, 2019
  • 0

The IHCL group has unveiled its newest property – Taj Rishikesh Resort & Spa, Uttarakhand. […]

Domestic segment driving business, growth of new destinations: Ramesh Daryanani
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Domestic segment driving business, growth of new destinations: Ramesh Daryanani

  • S S Thakur
  • March 23, 2019
  • 0

Marriott was ramping up investments in technology to provide a seamless experience to consumers, engaging […]

Lemon Tree enters into a non-binding agreement to acquire Keys Hotels, adds on to its protfolio
  • HotelScapes

Lemon Tree enters into a non-binding agreement to acquire Keys Hotels, adds on to its protfolio

  • CS Bureau
  • March 15, 2019
  • 0

Media reports indicate that Lemon Tree Hotels has entered into a non-binding agreement with Berggruen […]

Active Holiday Company to promote The TCS New York City Marathon in India
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Active Holiday Company to promote The TCS New York City Marathon in India

  • CS Bureau
  • March 15, 2019
  • 0

In a first for any Indian company, Active Holiday Company has been appointed as an […]

OYO to muscle up infra, plans an INR 1400 cr. investment in India and Nepal
  • HotelScapes

OYO to muscle up infra, plans an INR 1400 cr. investment in India and Nepal

  • CS Bureau
  • March 15, 2019
  • 0

OYO will invest INR 1,400 crore in its India and Nepal business to boost infra, […]

Holiday Inn Express expands India presence with multiple hotel openings
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Holiday Inn Express expands India presence with multiple hotel openings

  • CS Bureau
  • February 27, 2019
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IHG in partnership with SAMHI rebranded 10 hotels to global standards within a short span […]

IHCL reaffirms ASPIRATION 2022; focused initiatives working well, says Puneet Chhatwal
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IHCL reaffirms ASPIRATION 2022; focused initiatives working well, says Puneet Chhatwal

  • CS Bureau
  • February 27, 2019
  • 0

The Indian Hotels Company Limited recently held its second Capital Markets Day. The Company shared […]

OYO launches operations in Japan, inks a JV with Yahoo Japan Corporation
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OYO launches operations in Japan, inks a JV with Yahoo Japan Corporation

  • CS Bureau
  • February 25, 2019
  • 0

OYO has commenced its operations in Japan, through a joint venture with Yahoo Japan Corporation […]

A grander Accor Showcase set to return for its third edition
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A grander Accor Showcase set to return for its third edition

  • CS Bureau
  • February 25, 2019
  • 0

Accor’s largest international showcase will bring together over 1,600 delegates with representation from over 70 […]

FSSAI felicitates HRAWI for outstanding contribution towards Swasth Bharat Yatra
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FSSAI felicitates HRAWI for outstanding contribution towards Swasth Bharat Yatra

  • CS Bureau
  • February 25, 2019
  • 0

The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) was felicitated by the Food Safety […]

In a disruptive shift, Accor launches a new loyalty program, corporate logo
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In a disruptive shift, Accor launches a new loyalty program, corporate logo

  • CS Bureau
  • February 25, 2019
  • 0

Accor has recently unveiled launched a new premium visual language including a new corporate logo. […]

Cinnamon Red expands to Kandy with the announcement of a new property
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Cinnamon Red expands to Kandy with the announcement of a new property

  • CS Bureau
  • February 20, 2019
  • 0

Introduced in 2014, the lean luxury segment of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Cinnamon Red is […]

IHCL now in the homestay segment, plantation trails, with Ama Trails & Stays
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IHCL now in the homestay segment, plantation trails, with Ama Trails & Stays

  • CS Bureau
  • February 20, 2019
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IHCL has inked a management contract for nine Plantation Heritage Bungalows with Tata Coffee. It […]

IHCL going strong in Q3, 2018-19; PAT grows 50% over 2017-2018
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IHCL going strong in Q3, 2018-19; PAT grows 50% over 2017-2018

  • CS Bureau
  • February 13, 2019
  • 0

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has recently reported its consolidated and standalone financials for […]

J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik nominates K B Kachru on the Vaishno Devi Board
  • HotelScapes

J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik nominates K B Kachru on the Vaishno Devi Board

  • CS Bureau
  • February 8, 2019
  • 0

It’s great news for the hospitality industry as KB Kachru, Chairman Emeritus of Radisson Hotels […]

Luxury segment gains with IHCL’s first mountain resort; Taj Theog Resort & Spa, Shimla launched
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Luxury segment gains with IHCL’s first mountain resort; Taj Theog Resort & Spa, Shimla launched

  • CS Bureau
  • February 7, 2019
  • 0

Theog is a Tehsil in the district of Shimla. It is located some 32 kilometres […]

The Art and Science of Hotel Brand Valuation: a report by Achin Khanna
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The Art and Science of Hotel Brand Valuation: a report by Achin Khanna

  • CS Bureau
  • February 6, 2019
  • 0

Making a compelling case for engaging professional hospitality valuation firms by hotels, restaurants and other […]

South Goa gets yet another hotel; Sarovar Portico in Palolem expected mid-2019
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South Goa gets yet another hotel; Sarovar Portico in Palolem expected mid-2019

  • CS Bureau
  • February 4, 2019
  • 0

South Goa will get yet another hotel as Sarovar Hotels has gone public with its […]

IHG to double up in Goa with Holiday Inn Goa Candolim
  • HotelScapes

IHG to double up in Goa with Holiday Inn Goa Candolim

  • CS Bureau
  • January 29, 2019
  • 0

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has recently signed a management agreement with Tipping Point Hospitality Private Limited […]

Sarovar Hotels scales up presence in J&K with a new hotel in Jammu
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Sarovar Hotels scales up presence in J&K with a new hotel in Jammu

  • CS Bureau
  • January 28, 2019
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels and Resorts has stepped into yet another destination in Jammu & Kashmir with […]

MMT and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announce a global distribution partnership
  • HotelScapes

MMT and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announce a global distribution partnership

  • CS Bureau
  • January 15, 2019
  • 0

MakeMyTrip and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts have announced a global partnership aimed at strengthening mutual […]

Focus on sustainable heritage; experiential driving business, says CEO, Neemrana Hotels
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Focus on sustainable heritage; experiential driving business, says CEO, Neemrana Hotels

  • S S Thakur
  • January 4, 2019
  • 0

Experiential, responsible, and ethical tourism is in. It is a growing segment and is increasingly […]

Vivanta Ambassador New Delhi appoints Internet Moguls for social media marketing
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Vivanta Ambassador New Delhi appoints Internet Moguls for social media marketing

  • CS Bureau
  • January 2, 2019
  • 0

Internet Moguls, a digital marketing agency in the tourism and hospitality sector, has been appointed […]

Novotel debuts in Hainan’s capital city
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Novotel debuts in Hainan’s capital city

  • CS Bureau
  • January 2, 2019
  • 0

Novotel, AccorHotels’ award-winning midscale brand, announces its debut in Haikou, the capital city of Hainan […]

FHRAI evokes commerce ministry norms; writes to MoT against OTAs
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FHRAI evokes commerce ministry norms; writes to MoT against OTAs

  • CS Bureau
  • December 31, 2018
  • 0

The ongoing dispute between online aggregators and key industry associations has taken a new turn. […]

MMT in the dock as hotels in Odisha ban the OTA from making reservations
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MMT in the dock as hotels in Odisha ban the OTA from making reservations

  • S S Thakur
  • December 28, 2018
  • 0

MMT-ibibo’s alleged arm-twisting of individual hotel owners and operators to sell their inventory at lowly […]

OYO’s India strategy to be growth centric; China the next big frontier
  • HotelScapes

OYO’s India strategy to be growth centric; China the next big frontier

  • S S Thakur
  • December 24, 2018
  • 0

Media reports suggest that Ritesh Agarwal-headed OYO would invest USD 200 million in the Indian […]

Monica Suri, Jaipur Marriott’s GM, wins ‘GM of the Year’ Award
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Monica Suri, Jaipur Marriott’s GM, wins ‘GM of the Year’ Award

  • CS Bureau
  • December 21, 2018
  • 0

Hotel Jaipur Marriott’s General Manager, Monica Suri recently bagged the prestigious Hotelier India Award in […]

The Suryaa New Delhi celebrates Christmas festivities with guests and staff
  • HotelScapes

The Suryaa New Delhi celebrates Christmas festivities with guests and staff

  • CS Bureau
  • December 21, 2018
  • 0

The festive season is here, and there is no better way to officially mark its […]

IHG re-enters Bangladesh market, opens InterContinental Dhaka
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IHG re-enters Bangladesh market, opens InterContinental Dhaka

  • CS Bureau
  • December 20, 2018
  • 0

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has recently announced the opening of InterContinental Dhaka, in partnership with Bangladesh […]

Ambuja Neotia group brings Iconic Uno(R) Chicago Bar & Grill to Bengaluru, India
  • HotelScapes

Ambuja Neotia group brings Iconic Uno(R) Chicago Bar & Grill to Bengaluru, India

  • CS Bureau
  • December 13, 2018
  • 0

The generously spaced 125 cover restaurant has been designed to deliver Eat-entrainment driven Smart Dining […]

Zostel launches a sub-brand ‘ZostelX’, offers offbeat accommodation
  • HotelScapes

Zostel launches a sub-brand ‘ZostelX’, offers offbeat accommodation

  • CS Bureau
  • December 13, 2018
  • 0

Zostel, Asia’s largest chain of backpackers’ hostels, has announced the launch of their new sub-brand […]

Hotels, travel agents lobby against OTAs for unethical practices
  • HotelScapes

Hotels, travel agents lobby against OTAs for unethical practices

  • S S Thakur
  • December 12, 2018
  • 0

That the fault lines were all too visible, with OTAs rolling out the red carpet […]

IHG teams up with Wedding Sutra to deliberate wedding business trends in India
  • HotelScapes

IHG teams up with Wedding Sutra to deliberate wedding business trends in India

  • CS Bureau
  • December 12, 2018
  • 0

InterContinental Hotels Group recently hosted a wedding showcase at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort from December […]

AccorHotels and Varun Group exchange an EOI for a hotel, convention centre in Amravati
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AccorHotels and Varun Group exchange an EOI for a hotel, convention centre in Amravati

  • CS Bureau
  • December 12, 2018
  • 0

An expression of interest was recently exchanged between AccorHotels and the Varun Group for the […]

IHCL unveils a new avatar of Ginger; enters the lifestyle segment
  • HotelScapes

IHCL unveils a new avatar of Ginger; enters the lifestyle segment

  • CS Bureau
  • December 11, 2018
  • 0

In a major shakeup in the hospitality space, Ginger Hotels has been given a makeover, […]

Sarovar expands footprint in Bengaluru; sixth hotel in the Garden City
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar expands footprint in Bengaluru; sixth hotel in the Garden City

  • CS Bureau
  • December 11, 2018
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels has added more teeth to its presence in South India as it has […]

HRAO caps OTA commission to 15%, decides against PLB modality
  • HotelScapes

HRAO caps OTA commission to 15%, decides against PLB modality

  • S S Thakur
  • December 6, 2018
  • 0

The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Odisha (HRAO, headed by its Chairman J K Mohanty, […]

Hotels turn up the heat against OTAs for indiscriminate discounting, exorbitant commission
  • HotelScapes

Hotels turn up the heat against OTAs for indiscriminate discounting, exorbitant commission

  • CS Bureau
  • December 5, 2018
  • 0

That the fault lines were all too visible, with OTAs rolling out the red carpet […]

Cinnamon Elephant Project bags the PATA Gold Award 2018
  • HotelScapes

Cinnamon Elephant Project bags the PATA Gold Award 2018

  • CS Bureau
  • November 29, 2018
  • 0

Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts together with their ecotourism arm Cinnamon Nature Trails were recognized for […]

Sarovar’s Africa foray gains more momentum with the launch of Neelkanth Sarovar Premiere, Lusaka
  • HotelScapes

Sarovar’s Africa foray gains more momentum with the launch of Neelkanth Sarovar Premiere, Lusaka

  • CS Bureau
  • November 28, 2018
  • 0

Sarovar Hotels recently announced the opening of its first hotel in Zambia – Neelkanth Sarovar […]

The Suryaa New Delhi hosts a Christmas cake-mixing ceremony
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The Suryaa New Delhi hosts a Christmas cake-mixing ceremony

  • CS Bureau
  • November 28, 2018
  • 0

The management of the Suryaa New Delhi, headed by Dhananjay Kumar, the GM together with […]

IHCL clocks 82% operating EBITDA growth, consolidated loss down to 5.21 cr., in Q2 of FY18
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IHCL clocks 82% operating EBITDA growth, consolidated loss down to 5.21 cr., in Q2 of FY18

  • CS Bureau
  • November 22, 2018
  • 0

IHCL has recently announced the results of the second quarter and it is sweet music […]

The ‘Experiential’ Factor: How hotels are responding to the new-age traveller
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The ‘Experiential’ Factor: How hotels are responding to the new-age traveller

  • S S Thakur
  • November 22, 2018
  • 0

Times have changed and so have the consumers. The industry defines them by different names […]

IHCL receives top honours at the Worldwide Hospitality Awards 2018 in Paris
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IHCL receives top honours at the Worldwide Hospitality Awards 2018 in Paris

  • CS Bureau
  • November 20, 2018
  • 0

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) bagged top honours at the prestigious Worldwide Hospitality Awards […]

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to be the official partner hotel for ITB China 2019
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to be the official partner hotel for ITB China 2019

  • CS Bureau
  • November 20, 2018
  • 0

For the second time in a row, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (WHR) announced that it […]

Backed by relationships, F&B and experiences, THE Park New Delhi is poised favourably, says Rohit Arora
  • HotelScapes

Backed by relationships, F&B and experiences, THE Park New Delhi is poised favourably, says Rohit Arora

  • S S Thakur
  • November 19, 2018
  • 0

It does not get better, location-wise. THE Park New Delhi sits on a prime central […]

OYO names Aditya Ghosh as its CEO for India, South Asia
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OYO names Aditya Ghosh as its CEO for India, South Asia

  • CS Bureau
  • November 18, 2018
  • 0

The home-grown hotel aggregator, OYO Hotels, has appointed Aditya Ghosh as the chief executive officer […]

The grand comeback of the old favourite! An all-new Atrium bar relaunched at Taj Lands End, Mumbai
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The grand comeback of the old favourite! An all-new Atrium bar relaunched at Taj Lands End, Mumbai

  • CS Bureau
  • November 12, 2018
  • 0

Taj Lands End, Mumbai added yet another jewel in its repertoire of culinary offerings with […]

AccorHotels rolls out the biggest-ever points Give-Away through Asia Pacific Sale
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AccorHotels rolls out the biggest-ever points Give-Away through Asia Pacific Sale

  • CS Bureau
  • November 12, 2018
  • 0

Thirty winners will each receive 500,000 points – worth over 10,000 Euros per prize AccorHotels […]

Indians travelling to leisure destinations grew in double-digits this festive season, MMT report suggests
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Indians travelling to leisure destinations grew in double-digits this festive season, MMT report suggests

  • CS Bureau
  • November 12, 2018
  • 0

Recently released travel trends observed around Diwali and the consequent long weekend by the online […]

In Q2 of FY-2019, Royal Orchid Hotels registers a 9% growth in operations, EBIDTA up by 20%
  • HotelScapes

In Q2 of FY-2019, Royal Orchid Hotels registers a 9% growth in operations, EBIDTA up by 20%

  • CS Bureau
  • October 31, 2018
  • 0

Royal Orchid Hotels Limited has recently reported its second quarter and half year financial results […]

AccorHotels targets EBITDA of over 700 million euros for 2018; Third-quarter revenue up by 7.6%
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AccorHotels targets EBITDA of over 700 million euros for 2018; Third-quarter revenue up by 7.6%

  • CS Bureau
  • October 23, 2018
  • 0

AccorHotels has, in the third quarter of 2018, clocked a revenue of 1,033 billion euros, […]

Hyderabad’s MICE promise far from being realised: Veer Vijay Singh
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Hyderabad’s MICE promise far from being realised: Veer Vijay Singh

  • S S Thakur
  • October 22, 2018
  • 0

Despite a sense of overall stability, a steady growth in infra and a booming aviation […]

Le Club AccorHotels Elite Experiences brings valued guests up close with Bollywood stars 
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Le Club AccorHotels Elite Experiences brings valued guests up close with Bollywood stars 

  • CS Bureau
  • October 11, 2018
  • 0

AccorHotels’ loyalty programme Le Club AccorHotels members were in for treat as part of the […]

Hotelivate 2018 report affirms tailwinds in the market; occupancies up, rates not so much
  • HotelScapes

Hotelivate 2018 report affirms tailwinds in the market; occupancies up, rates not so much

  • CS Bureau
  • October 11, 2018
  • 0

The 2018 Indian Hospitality Trends and Opportunities report by Hotelivate, too, like the past retains […]

Hyatt expands brand to 23 new markets by acquiring Two Roads Hospitality
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Hyatt expands brand to 23 new markets by acquiring Two Roads Hospitality

  • CS Bureau
  • October 11, 2018
  • 0

Addition of Alila, Destination, Joie de Vivre, Thompson and tommie brands to the Hyatt portfolio […]

India’s first Hyatt centric hotel, designed by studio HBA, unveiled in Bengaluru
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India’s first Hyatt centric hotel, designed by studio HBA, unveiled in Bengaluru

  • CS Bureau
  • October 5, 2018
  • 0

Design Studio HBA has helped the Hyatt Centric brand make their first mark in India […]

AI, automation poised to boost hotel revenues, cut costs by 15%: ATM report
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AI, automation poised to boost hotel revenues, cut costs by 15%: ATM report

  • CS Bureau
  • October 5, 2018
  • 0

According to the latest research conducted by Colliers International, personalisation Artificial Intelligence (AI) could increase […]

IHCL retains the iconic Taj Mansingh hotel, outbids ITC Hotels  
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IHCL retains the iconic Taj Mansingh hotel, outbids ITC Hotels  

  • CS Bureau
  • September 28, 2018
  • 0

The months and years of speculation and suspense, and concern for the Taj family, has […]

Priya Paul leads the celebrations as THE Park Hotels turns 50
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Priya Paul leads the celebrations as THE Park Hotels turns 50

  • CS Bureau
  • September 27, 2018
  • 0

THE Park Hotels has very recently completed 50 years of existence. The Golden Jubilee celebration […]

Alila unveils luxurious honeymoon getaway with Alila Purnama  
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Alila unveils luxurious honeymoon getaway with Alila Purnama  

  • CS Bureau
  • September 26, 2018
  • 0

Alila Purnama, one of the most luxurious Phinisi ships in Asia, is offering bespoke private […]

Cal 27, The Taj Bengal’s new restaurant concept, evokes the city’s cultural elements
  • HotelScapes

Cal 27, The Taj Bengal’s new restaurant concept, evokes the city’s cultural elements

  • CS Bureau
  • September 26, 2018
  • 0

Evoking local elements and weaving them into their hotel spaces has been a Taj’s speciality. […]

Tier-2&3 markets core growth area; focus on delivering a functional hotel, says Ajay Bakaya
  • HotelScapes

Tier-2&3 markets core growth area; focus on delivering a functional hotel, says Ajay Bakaya

  • S S Thakur
  • September 25, 2018
  • 0

These are interesting times for Sarovar Hotels. Its domestic and international expansion continues at a […]

PRS Oberoi conferred with the ‘Legend of the Industry’ award by PUSA alumni at PACE 2018
  • HotelScapes

PRS Oberoi conferred with the ‘Legend of the Industry’ award by PUSA alumni at PACE 2018

  • S S Thakur
  • September 24, 2018
  • 0

Leading PUSA alumni came together under one roof to celebrate their association and to network […]

ITC makes a comeback to Goa, to relaunch its acquired Park Hyatt property
  • HotelScapes

ITC makes a comeback to Goa, to relaunch its acquired Park Hyatt property

  • CS Bureau
  • September 24, 2018
  • 0

The hotel behemoth is set to foray in the Goan market one more time, under […]

Lowly leisure inbound a major concern for the tourism industry: PRS Oberoi
  • HotelScapes

Lowly leisure inbound a major concern for the tourism industry: PRS Oberoi

  • S S Thakur
  • September 24, 2018
  • 0

In a rare public appearance, Padma Vibhushan PRS Oberoi, Chairman, EIH spoke with Kapil Chopra […]

AccorHotels announces the debut of its Novotel brand in Ulaanbaatar
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AccorHotels announces the debut of its Novotel brand in Ulaanbaatar

  • CS Bureau
  • September 24, 2018
  • 0

Novotel, AccorHotels first global brand, has announced its debut in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of […]

Second Taj Sales Mission concludes on a grander note, foreign properties join in
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Second Taj Sales Mission concludes on a grander note, foreign properties join in

  • CS Bureau
  • August 29, 2018
  • 0

The Taj Sales mission concluded a few days ago on a high note. It was […]

Boost to affordable accommodation infra, as IBIS open to the idea of brownfield assets
  • HotelScapes

Boost to affordable accommodation infra, as IBIS open to the idea of brownfield assets

  • Navin Berry
  • August 27, 2018
  • 0

Since its inception in India, IBIS’s growth strategy has been simple. It has focussed on […]

Luxury leisure travel driving business in Central Delhi, says Vijay Wanchoo
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Luxury leisure travel driving business in Central Delhi, says Vijay Wanchoo

  • S S Thakur
  • August 8, 2018
  • 0

Despite the ascent of Aerocity as a hub for business travellers, given its impressive infrastructure […]

It’s raining hotel auctions in Delhi!
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It’s raining hotel auctions in Delhi!

  • S S Thakur
  • July 10, 2018
  • 0

The capital’s hospitality market is abuzz with ongoing auctions this year. Several properties under New […]

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