Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Hotelogix, a cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said that India’s Suba Group of Hotels has adopted its muti-property management system. Hotelogix will provide Suba Group of Hotels with a robust and comprehensive platform to automate and streamline processes across member properties while gaining centralized control over group-wide operations to drive growth, revenue, and guest experience. With 100+ hotels spread across 60 destinations in India, as a leading hospitality entity, Suba Group of Hotels’ foremost mission is to offer unparalleled services and experiences to its guests. It caters to both business and leisure travelers. Modern in-house FnB outlets with contactless menu options, well-equipped…
Echor Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its new property, Echor Srinagar, expanding its luxury hospitality footprint into the picturesque landscape of Kashmir. Located near the iconic Dal Lake, Echor Srinagar is designed to offer a serene and immersive experience to travelers seeking tranquility and beauty in the heart of Kashmir. Founded in 2019 by Rahul Uppal and Manoj Sihag, EchorHotels & Resorts was born from a vision to provide high-standard accommodations in unique destinations. The launch of Echor Srinagar signifies a major milestone in the company’s expansion across Northern India, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the tourism landscape…
According the New Indian Express, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) CEO G Kamala Vardhana Rao highlighted that approximately 1.50 crore food business operators engage in various food-related processes, including manufacturing, storage, transportation, and selling, nationwide. Speaking at an interaction programme conducted at a hotel in Vijayawada, where food safety enforcement personnel and operators engaged in discussions under the guidance of Vardhana Rao. He emphasised FSSAI’s crucial role in ensuring consistent standards and providing healthier food options for future generations. Kamala Vardhana Rao underscored the agency’s heightened vigilance following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, urging both hoteliers…
Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider powering the global travel industry, announced the renewal of the longstanding technology partnership between HotelREZ, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing hotel representation companies, dedicated to connecting independent properties with bookers worldwide, and Sabre Hospitality. This renewal reaffirms HotelREZ and Sabre’s mutual commitment to leveraging both companies’ strengths, combining Sabre Hospitality’s cutting-edge technology with HotelREZ’s unparalleled representation services. The agreement marks the continuation of the partnership, utilizing Sabre Hospitality’s comprehensive suite of products, including Sabre Global Distribution System (GDS), SynXis Booking Engine, and Channel Connect, to enhance HotelREZ’s extensive range…
Mirum India, a VML company, has won the digital mandate for ibis Hotels, a renowned brand under the Accor group. Under this mandate, Mirum India will be the digital and social media agency of record (AOR) for ibis Hotels. ibis Hotels, known for its modern, comfortable, and well-designed rooms, caters to both business and leisure travelers. The brand now aims to strengthen its position in the market by reaching out to its audience more effectively through digital channels. With a focus on building a community for the brand on the digital front, Mirum India will play a strategic role in…
Radico Khaitan Limited, a leading player in India’s alcoholic beverage industry, is embracing the festive spirit with the launch of a special edition – the Magic Moments Vodka ‘Holi Hai! Edition’.The Magic Moments Vodka ‘Holi Hai!’ Edition is a vibrant celebration of the festival of colours, adding joy and excitement to Holi festivities. The ‘Holi Hai!’ Edition bottles seamlessly fuse the brand’s distinctive aesthetics with meticulously crafted designs that encapsulate the essence of the festival of colours. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s existing motifs, such as the guitar emblem from Magic Moments Plain and the animated ‘dancing figurines’ from Magic Moments Remix,…
Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC’s hotel group has appointed Ajinkya Salunkhe as the new Geberal Manager to the Fortune Select Global in Gurgaon. This strategic addition to the leadership team underscores Fortune Hotels’ unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled services and exceptional guest experiences. Bringing nearly two decades of invaluable industry expertise and demonstrated leadership prowess to his new role, Ajinkya Salunkhe is poised to steer Fortune Select Global toward new heights of excellence. Salunkhe embarked on his illustrious journey in the hospitality realm at the iconic Taj Mahal Mumbai. Since then, he has cultivated his skills and honed his…
According to a recent research report by domestic brokerage, the hotel sector is poised to maintain its strength in Q4 and Q1. This projection is based on the brokerage’s channel checks, revealing an improvement in average room rates (ARR) year over year (YoY), attributed to the demand stemming from meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) events. The brokerage highlighted the popularity of MICE events in India, forecasting nearly 400 events in 2024 across six major locations. While significant events such as the Men’s Cricket World Cup and the G20 occurred in 2023, anticipated events in 2024, including the Bharat Textile…
Accor continues to expand its portfolio of premium, midscale and economy brands across Europe with an array of new hotel additions and a strong line-up of openings slated for the first part of 2024. At a Premium, Midscale & Economy (PM&E) divisional level, the growth plan builds on Accor’s strong foothold in the region, which includes approximately 3,000 PM&E hotels in more than 40 countries. In the first several months of 2024, Accor has already welcomed a host of new properties such as TRIBE Milano Malpensa, the first entry of the design-led brand to Italy and Mercure Tirana, the brand’s…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company announced the opening of Vivanta Chitwan, Bharatpur. The hotel is a confluence of the vibrant tapestry of Nepal’s culture and contemporary luxury. Speaking on the occasion, Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President, New Businesses and Hotels Openings, IHCL said, “We are delighted to announce the opening of Vivanta Chitwan, Bharatpur, marking IHCL’s third hotel in Nepal. As one of the country’s major urban centres, Bharatpur is a gateway to two renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Chitwan National Park and Lumbini. This opening is a testament to our longstanding relationship with CG Group…
