Author: Disha Shah Ghosh | Mumbai
Having recently forayed into the Indian market, Frontline Performance Group (FPG) is keen to offer hoteliers in Indian incremental revenue generation opportunities with its offerings. Paul McLoughlin, President, International Frontline Performance Group, spoke to Disha Shah Ghosh about the scope in India, and their expansion plans for India. Q. What made FPG foray into the Indian market this year? Frontline Performance Group (FPG) ventured into the Indian market, attracted by India’s booming hospitality industry and increasing demand for enhanced guest services. The rapid expansion of both domestic and international tourism, coupled with a burgeoning middle class, presented significant growth opportunities for…
Sourav Panchanan, General Manager, Caravela Beach Resort Goa talks about 30 year old unique single-ownership property Caravela Beach Resort and throws some light on their growth story and expansion plans in an interview with Disha Shah Ghosh. How old is your property? Tell us about its accommodation and F&B facilities. Caravela Beach Resort stands as one of Goa’s premier luxury five-star hotels, proudly representing over 30 years of unwavering commitment to Indian hospitality. As the only independent, single-ownership property in South Goa, Caravela has become synonymous with timeless Indian roots, reflecting the spirit of a pioneer. Named after the first…
With focus on Tea Tourism, MAYFAIR Tea Resort Siliguri welcomes leisure and wedding guests alike. Sunil Panda, Resort Manager, MAYFAIR Tea Resort, Siliguri spoke to Disha Shah Ghosh about their accommodation options, F&B offerings and meetings space. Q. How old is your property? Tell us about its accommodation and F&B facilities. Year 2020 witnessed the grand inauguration of MAYFAIR Tea Resort, a beacon of luxury nestled amidst the lush tea gardens of Siliguri. The resort proudly wears the crown of India’s First Tea Tourism Resort. Its heritage charm beckons travellers with 154 well-appointed rooms spanning nine unique categories. Among the…
With the changing consumption patterns in the Indian market, distributor of premium wines and spirits, Monika Alcobev is keen expand its portfolio. Kunal Patel, MD, Monika Alcobev Ltd spoke to Disha Shah Ghosh about their products and increasing demand from various consumer groups. Q. Tell us about the growth of Monika Alcobev in the past five years. Sales have grown at an astounding 120% CAGR in the past 5 years, with exceptional growth in tequila, where we currently stand as the largest suppliers in the country. Our portfolio has grown from 2 brands in 2018 to 92 brands in 2023, catering…
Cashing on the upswing in travel and enhanced spending on the quality of experiences by the Indian traveller, HDFC Bank has partnered with Marriott Bonvoy to launch the first ever co-brand hotel credit card for the Indian market. This is also the first such offering for the Indian market at a time when Marriott is one of the largest hotel chains in India with 145 hotels across 41 cities offering 16 brands and on the cusp of unveiling it’s 17th brand in India. This product is launched in collaboration with global payment solutions provider, Diner’s Club. Primarily this credit card,…
At a Wellness & Medical Value Tourism Conclave organised by the Indian Chambers of Commerce (IMC) at their Mumbai headquarters yesterday, panellists at a group discussion were unanimous in their opinion that India at large needs to work on the ‘image building’ at a global level to bridge the gap for Medical Tourism to reach its desired potential. Ajay Prakash, President, Travel Agents Federation of India, said, “Medical Tourism is under developed in our country. There are serious gaps between our vision and the reality. The perception of India globally needs to be addressed by the government at a larger…
Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of Tourism, Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Women and Child Development, Government of Maharashtra, has asked the medical and travel fraternities to submit their suggestions to create a dedicated Medical Tourism Policy for the state. Sharing insights, he said, “in India when Medical Tourism is discussed, it evokes emotional and religious reactions from the local population. However, one needs to understand when hospitals are set up, it entails huge infrastructure cost, and to drive value and keep the operations running with state of the art technology and retain medical specialists capital inflow is paramount to sustain…
With its strategic location in the heart of the bustling business area in the city, Sofitel Mumbai BKC offers a blend of business and leisure amenities. Manish Dayya, General Manager, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, talks to Disha Shah Ghosh about his vision for the property, and their major revenue generating areas. 1. What is the USP of your hotel? Sofitel Mumbai BKC, as part of the luxury brand Sofitel Hotels & Resorts under Accor and a flagship hotel in India, introduced Mumbai to a luxurious blend of French elegance and rich Indian tradition 11 years ago, offering all our guests a…
Mayfair Hotels & Resorts through its arm, Elixir is keen to expand its footprint across India using the management route. Bjorn Noel DeNiese, Managing Director, Mayfair Elixir spoke to Disha Shah Ghosh, about their new property in Goa, upcoming projects and brand standardisation. Mayfair has been a hotel brand with a geographical footprint largely concentrated in East India. What brought about the change in expanding your presence beyond the region? Yes, Mayfair has been predominantly focused on the East. However, we have had a presence in Goa for some time now. The Mayfair On Sea at Morjim is a new Mayfair property…
Disha Shah Ghosh | Mumbai With the growing middle class population in India looking for experimenting with premium beverages, Guirec Danno, MD, Asia Pacific, Distell International, is keen to position its blended scotch whisky, ‘Scottish Leader’ as a preferred choice among the corporates as well as millennial consumers alike. He spoke to Disha Shah Ghosh at length about the smooth and sweet taste of Scottish Leader, the developing whisky market in India, and it’s potential for growth in the coming five years. Tell us about your recent three-city visit to India. We have been working with Aspri Spirits since 15 years, starting with our…
