Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Following the Group’s endeavor of fostering leisure tourism in India’s hidden gems, the resort is strategically located near the border of Gujarat and Maharashtra. Hatgad’s pristine and unexplored landscapes present an ideal setting for building leisure tourism opportunities and boosting the local economy. The hotel is expected to create 150 direct and indirect employment opportunities for local talent. The new resort seamlessly integrates into the existing hotel circuit of the Group in Maharashtra. Conveniently located within a four-hour drive of popular destinations such as Daman and Nashik, as well as major airports and railway stations such as Surat International Airport…
voco Jim Corbett, India’s first ever voco hotel launched by one of the world’s leading hotel companies, IHG Hotels & Resorts, announced the appointment of key leadership roles across verticals. Resting on an expanse of 13.5 acres of greenery, voco Jim Corbett is a sanctuary of serenity and peace. With the Kosi River as its majestic backdrop, each frame captures nature’s artistry at its finest. Situated on the foothills of the Mailani range in the enchanting Kumaon region, the resort is popular for family getaways and destination weddings. Suprabhath Roy Chowdhury as the General Manager With an illustrious career spanning…
Goa’s famous, India’s pride and World-known Kadamba Single-malt whisky bags top honors at New York–John Barleycorn Awards competition and adjudged as a well-crafted product deserving recognition: Spirit of Choice amongst the planet’s most influential tastemakers. The John Barleycorn Awards are judged by experts, including whiskey critics, authors, and scholars, who evaluate the spirits based on a blind tasting and a rigorous scoring system. The awards are announced culminating in “Best of 2024” that pits the winners against each other worldwide. “We’re honored to receive these accolades from the John Barleycorn Awards, which are highly respected in the spirits industry,” says…
The food services market in India, which encompasses dining out and ordering in, is currently valued at INR 550K Crore. The market is poised to grow at 10%–12% annually over the next seven years, reaching INR 900–1000K crore by 2030. This growth trajectory will be driven by robust fundamentals including an expanding customer base, growing consumption occasions, and a rise in supply. Additionally, online food delivery is expected to grow faster at ~18% CAGR, contributing 20% to the overall food services market by 2030. These are among the findings from the latest study, ‘How India Eats’ released today by Bain…
HotelREZ, one of the world’s leading and fastest growing hotel representation companies, continues to expand its client base in key international markets with the addition of several prestigious hotels. In the first half of 2024, 74 new hotels joined the HotelREZ international portfolio with the UK-based business reporting a substantial increase in the total reservations received per property, up 23.9% compared to January-May 2023. The strategic portfolio additions further elevate the company’s presence and influence in the global hospitality industry. In the UK, HotelREZ has welcomed new hotel partners in major cities such as London, Bath, and Edinburgh.…
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Geelan Residency for voco Srinagar – IHG’s first hotel in Kashmir. Scheduled to open in October 2026, the signing is in line with IHG’s strategy to expand presence across key leisure destinations in India and capitalize on the growing tourism industry in the country. The signing also marks the sixth voco hotel being developed in India and follows the opening of the first voco in Jim Corbett. voco offers a premium experience to guests and combines the informality and charm of an individual…
In a major initiative to train current and emerging hospitality industry leaders, Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has recently introduced its Comprehensive Cygnett Leadership Development Program (CLDP). This initiative marks a significant milestone in the hospitality company’s commitment to nurturing talent, driving innovation and ensuring sustained growth within the organization. At the heart of CLDP lies an intense and comprehensive training module of nine months, divided into three phases. Today’s hotel industry faces a shortage of skilled leaders who can adapt to rapid market changes, enhance guest satisfaction, and manage diverse teams. This gap hampers operational efficiency, management innovation, and maintaining…
On Monday night, the roof of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Delhi partially collapsed, injuring two people. This incident occurred just days after the roof of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport collapsed, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. “A PCR call was received at around 8.56 pm (on Monday) in PS (police station) RK Puram about caving/falling of roof and injury to a husband and wife, who were staying at the Hyatt Regency,” the police said in a statement.
Marriott Executive Apartments Hyderabad announces the unveiling of a brand-new banquet space—Altair—to bring to the city a curated address boasting indoor and outdoor spaces to suit every kind of gathering: whether small or large, or for business or leisure. The space has been fully functional with a tailored focus on corporateconferences, MICE gatherings, personal celebrations, andwedding extravaganzas. Surrounded by botanical bliss, nine floors above the hustle and bustle of Hyderabad’s IT complexes below, it is slated to bring a touch of serenity to events that’s complemented by tailored offerings, gastronomical experiences, unparalleled services, and other indulgent curations suited to occasions…
Foodies get ready for some spectacular dishes this summer with the launch of Al Habtoor City Gourmet Festival. Teasing the taste buds of the city’s gourmands from 27th June until 31st August, guests are invited to dive into a diverse gastro-adventure around Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection. The first edition of the festival will see exclusive foodie experiences, showcasing specially curated chef’s menus and themed feasts that cover the gastronomic spectrum from fine dining indulgences to tasty street food surprises. At Al Habtoor Palace, you can delve into French cuisine with a three-course sitting at the gorgeous…
