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by Dr. Sachin Gupta, Chancellor of Sanskriti University Embarking on a career in hospitality management offers a world of exciting opportunities in a vibrant and ever-growing industry. Whether your passion lies in hotel management, restaurant operations, event planning, or tourism, the hospitality sector provides a diverse range of roles and avenues to explore. To begin your journey in hospitality management, it is essential to combine formal education, practical experience, and a service-oriented mindset. By acquiring the right skills, networking with industry professionals, and staying abreast of the latest trends, you can position yourself for a rewarding and dynamic career in…

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By Mark Lewis-Brown, CEO & President of Zucchetti North America Although they would like to deny it, Gen Zs and Millennials do have one very important thing (for you!) in common: just like the Millennials before them, Gen Zs are highly motivated by travel and will spend as much of their disposable income on it as possible. Don’t believe me? Check out these stats from a recent article by Morning Consult: “52% of Gen Z adults are frequent travelers, taking at least three leisure trips in the past year. That share is significantly larger than it is for higher-earning Gen Xs and Baby…

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By Mandeep S Lamba , Dipti Mohan , Dhwani Gupta Leisure travel has always been an important segment of the global travel industry, but its stature has grown in the last couple of years as it became the main engine behind the industry’s recovery post-pandemic. Despite the fact that ‘revenge travel’ is gradually subsiding and that more people around the world are returning to work-from-office or hybrid work models, the segment’s growth momentum is continuing relentlessly thanks to evolving traveler preferences and an increasing affinity for unique experiential travel. As a result, a latest industry report estimates that the global leisure travel market is expected…

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Innovation and Growth Take Centre Stage in Bengaluru HBI Staff | Bengaluru The 18th Hotel Investment Conference – South Asia (HICSA) was held in Bengaluru from 11th to 13th April 2023, and it attracted hotel owners, operators, developers, architects, consultants, and other hospitality professionals from 15 countries. With nearly 600 attendees, including almost 150 hotel owners, HICSA 2023 drew the second-highest number of participants since its inception in 2005. Innovation was the theme of HICSA 2023, as the conference was designed differently from previous iterations. The event kicked off with a golf tournament followed by an owners-only meet on day…

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Medusa Beverages Pvt. Limited, an Indian brewery known for its popular beer brand ‘Medusa,’ has experienced significant success in the Delhi market. For three consecutive months (February, March, and April 2023), Medusa recorded the highest sales of beer cans, securing a remarkable market share of 17%. The surge in sales can be attributed to the changing preferences of millennials in metro cities, who are following global trends and opting for beer cans, even at a higher unit price. This shift from high-alcohol beverages to lower-alcohol options and from bottles to cans has been instrumental in driving Medusa’s sales. The brand…

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A niche B2B portal, Travepic is go-to source for all the business travel needs. With access to a vast database of hotels worldwide, one can easily search and compare rates to find the best deal for their budget.                 “We are delighted with the tremendous opportunities this partnership brings for our customers,” says Bijoy Nag, Director -Travepic. “It will enable our customers to improve visibility, bookings and revenue via a world-class streamlined distribution system.”   Through the STAAH Channel Manager, accommodation providers of all types can integrate their property management system directly with their selected distribution channels to enable a two-way flow of room rates,…

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Marriott Executive Apartments, a distinguished brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, is excited to unveil its newest offering, Marriott Executive Apartments Navi Mumbai. Designed to cater to discerning travelers with a penchant for premium experiences, the property promises a seamless blend of tailored services and sophisticated style. Boasting spacious and contemporary living spaces, Marriott Executive Apartments Navi Mumbai provides a perfect setting for both work and leisure, enabling guests to connect with loved ones while pursuing their professional endeavors. Ranju Alex, Area Vice President-South Asia at Marriott International, expressed their delight, stating, “We are pleased to introduce our second Marriott…

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj branded hotel at Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 3 in New Delhi. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL said, “This signing is in line with IHCL’s vision to expand its footprint in gateway cities. The world-class Taj branded hotel at one of the busiest airports in Asia will be a significant addition to our portfolio in the National Capital Region (NCR). With this addition the Taj brand is now present in the country’s largest airports – Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. We are delighted to partner…

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HBI Staff | Goa HVS ANAROCK held India’s most exclusive Hospitality Summit, HOPE 2023 from March 2-3 at Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa. The power-packed event HOPE (Hospitality Overview Presentation & Exchange) brought together a select gathering consisting of 300-350 hospitality and travel eminences, and the senior leadership of domestic and international hotel chain operators, owners, investors, travel gurus, thought leaders, and influencers from across the globe. The event showcased India’s global stature as a hospitality industry powerhouse focused on sustainability as a core theme with the delegates deliberating upon a path forward for sustainable growth. The summit witnessed…

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HBI Staff | Goa The HOPE 2023 summit was concluded by conferring the #HASHTAG (HVS Anarock Showcase Hospitality & Tourism Awards Gala) Awards, which honoured the best-performing hotel general managers and hotels from across categories—Economy, Midscale, Upscale and Luxury—and to hotels in each of these categories that have delivered outstanding performances in a glittering ceremony. HVS ANAROCK also presented an ‘Industry Leader of The Year’ award. The nominations went through a stringent qualitative and quantitative rating matrix and were evaluated by a jury of eminent industry leaders outside the hotel & hospitality fraternity. #HASHTAG aims to establish the gold standard for hospitality awards. Finding mention in the #HASHTAG roll of honour…

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