Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Onora Hospitality’s luxury brand, jüSTa Hotels & Resorts, has announced the opening of its latest property, jüSTa Hollow Oak, in Mussoorie. Positioned against the scenic backdrop of Mussoorie, the property blends historical aesthetics with contemporary luxury and offers mountain and valley views, thereby offering a boutique luxury getaway in the region. This is the company’s fourth property in Uttarakhand. This launch is a part of the company’s strategic plan of offering circuit-based itineraries in various states. People can now make it a week-long jüSTa Uttarakhand itinerary in destinations such as Corbett, Mukteshwar, Rishikesh and Mussoorie. On the occasion of the launch…
Sayaji Hotels, renowned for its commitment to world-class hospitality services, proudly announced the launch of its revamped logo as part of their brand entity. The updated logo marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey as it represents a harmonious fusion between tradition and innovation. With the core principles of the brand remaining unchanged, the brand identity has been refreshed to reflect its evolving nature. “Our logo, the face of our brand, has undergone a subtle yet significant transformation”, remarked Mr. Raoof Razak Dhanani, Managing Director of Sayaji Hotels Ltd. “While preserving the iconic elements that our guests recognize, the…
Hassan brings a wealth of expertise, having previously served as the Hotel Manager at W Goa, where he showcased exemplary leadership and management skills. During his tenure, he successfully managed a luxury resort comprising 121 rooms, overseeing six food and beverage outlets and led a team of 335 employees. Prior to his role at W Goa, Hassan held key positions at prestigious establishments such as Four Seasons Resort Seychelles and Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain. His diverse experience includes serving as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, where he played an instrumental role in enhancing guest experiences, optimizing operational efficiency and…
Culinary enthusiasts and connoisseurs are in for a treat as the world’s greatest chef, Massimo Bottura, gears up to bring Osteria Francescana, twice rated as The World’s Best Restaurant by The World’s 50 Best to New Delhi for a second consecutive year in a row and after its first successful culinary showcase, last year. The Leela Palace New Delhi, Culinary Culture, and the culinary mastermind himself have come together to create an unparalleled partnership whereby on April 19 and 20, 2024, Chef Bottura will reproduce the magic of his Three Michelin Star restaurant from Modena, Italy, at The Leela Palace…
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands which this year marks its 20th anniversary, is expanding its award-winning loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY, to include luxury serviced apartments in London, Edinburgh and Dubai with Cheval Collection. Scheduled for integration later this year, Cheval Collection will offer the 26 million members of GHA DISCOVERY benefits such as Member Rates and room upgrades along with the ability to earn and spend DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) – a transparent rewards currency. Each Cheval Collection residence brings a unique personality, offering apartments for any length of stay, from brief business trips…
According to a post by Business Line, French hospitality giant Accor is setting ambitious goals for India, aiming to become the second-largest international hotel operator in the country within the next four years. With a current portfolio of 62 hotels, Accor plans to add 30 more, capitalising on the potential of a rapidly growing travel market. Their two-pronged approach focuses on expanding existing successful brands like Novotel and introducing new lifestyle properties like Tribe, 25 Hours, SLS among others, targeting a younger generation. This strategy positions them for a head-to-head battle with Radisson Hotel Group, the current number two player. Accor’s…
The Summer season, accompanied by long weekends, presents the perfect opportunity to embark on an exploratory journey across the country. As an increasing number of people are opting for freedom and the excitement of discovering hidden gems along the way, there has been an increase in the trend for road trips. From beautiful landscapes and ancient temples to fascinating cultural sites, it is an ideal time to escape from the humdrum of our regular routines and explore new places. Radisson Hotel Group understands this growing interest perfectly, strategically placing a Radisson Hotel every four hours of driving distance. Starting this summer,…
A veteran hotelier and a results driven professional, Deepraj Mukherjee brings with him more than two decades of rich exposure in Hotel Management and expertise in handling a diverse range of operations. Prior to this role, Mukherjee was the General Manager for Le Meridien Kochi, pivoting the 223 key legacy hotel to clock in resounding success with his astute business acumen, heralding the golden years for the iconic hotel. He achieved this through a strategic positioning of the hotel and actively driving quality initiatives, playing upon the unique offerings and strengths of the Le Meridien Brand, helping turn around guest…
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) issued a fine of INR 25,000 to Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton, located on Golf Course Road, for violations related to waste management. According to Senior Sanitation Inspector Satyendra Dahiya, the hotel was found to be in breach of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2016, which mandate bulk waste generators to manage waste disposal at their own level. During an inspection conducted by Senior Sanitation Inspector Satyendra Dahiya and Sanitation Inspector Jitendra Kumar of Zone 3, it was observed that the hotel management was not segregating waste or managing it on the premises as required by…
The travel industry is anticipated to report robust earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 (Q4FY24), driven by significant growth in the hotels and aviation sector. According to brokerage firm Prabhudas Lilladher (PL), the hospitality sector witnessed a surge in all India average occupancy, reaching 66-68% in January 2024 and further increasing to 72-74% in February 2024. This represents a 200 basis points year-on-year (YoY) rise, indicating sustained demand momentum. Key drivers for the strong performance in Q4 include healthy economic growth, robust demand for meetings, incentives, conference and events (MICE), scheduling of various events, high double-digit growth in…
