Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Tamara LeisureExperiences has opened their budget-friendly Lilac Hotel in Guruvayur. Positioned within 550 meters of the revered Guruvayur Temple’s South Nada, Lilac offers 36 well-appointed rooms equipped with essential amenities, catering to the needs of both leisure and business travelers. The opening of the hotel in Guruvayur marks the introduction of Tamara’s first Lilac Hotel in Kerala. “We are thrilled to introduce Guruvayoor as the latest addition to our growing portfolio. This marks our third venture in Kerala, a State that holds immense personal significance to me and remains strategically important to Tamara’s long term vision. With two more properties…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced the opening of Scenic Munnar – IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Kerala. Nestled amidst lush emerald hills, the city beckons tourists with its natural beauty. Commenting on the opening, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL said, “Having pioneered tourism in Kerala, IHCL has been steadfast in its commitment to the state. Tapping into the rising trend of leisure travel, SeleQtions in Munnar will enhance the tourism potential of the region while extending the travel itinerary to yet another new destination.” Scenic Munnar – IHCL SeleQtions is situated in the idyllic landscapes of…
With the aim to delight customers with its diverse food menu on the buyer’s app, McDonald’s, India North and East joined ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) Network to enhance customer accessibility. The partnership signifies the brand’s efforts to reach closer to customers by penetrating additional digital platforms. The menu ofMcDonald’s India North and East will now be available* across ONDC buyers’ applications with exclusive ala carte and meal options. Speaking on the initiative, Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director, McDonald’s India – North and East, said, “We are excited to announce our collaboration with the ONDC Network. This is a significant…
DB Realty Ltd disclosed on Thursday that it plans to demerge its hospitality business through the incorporation of Advent International Ltd, as approved by its board of directors. This strategic move aims to streamline operations and unlock shareholder value. The demerger scheme entails the establishment of Advent International Ltd as a wholly-owned subsidiary to facilitate the acquisition of DB Realty’s substantial interests in the hospitality sector. This includes equity stakes in renowned establishments such as the Grand Hyatt in Goa, Hilton in Mumbai, Marriott Marquis, and, among others, totaling over 3,263 keys. In a press release, DB Realty highlighted that…
Nineteen teams of Tamil Nadu Food Safety officials on Wednesday inspected 214 eateries across Chennai to check the use of harmful artificial colouring agents in food, especially while making dishes like gobi manchurian. The inspection came in the wake of Karnataka government recently banning the use of certain artificial colouring agents, especially Rhodamine B, an industrial dye, in cotton candy and dishes like gob manchurian. The officials said, in T Nagar they found artificial colours were mixed beyond permissible levels in chicken dishes and biryani. They seized around 80kg of stale chicken and 50kg of biryani mixed with…
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced plans for the aggressive expansion of Hyatt’s brand portfolio in India and Southwest Asia region, with a robust pipeline of eight new hotels that are expected to open across various leisure and city destinations in 2024. This growth is timed to coincide with the expected rebound of leisure and business travel in the country and the sub-continent. In 2024, Hyatt’s brand expansion in India and Southwest Asia will continue with its Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Place and Hyatt Centric brands. With an aim to expand the presence of its luxury and lifestyle brands in India, Hyatt also marked…
The release was visualised following extensive collaboration between The Macallan and Bentley Motors. In tribute to The Macallan’s Six Pillars, which are its foundation stones for the character of The Macallan and the creation of its rich spirit, six materials are incorporated that are integral to The Macallan, Bentley Motors and a partnership founded in innovation. The Macallan Horizon is presented in a unique bespoke glass vessel, a material intrinsic to both The Macallan and Bentley, designed to be displayed horizontally, challenging the conventions of traditional whisky bottling. An aluminium ribbon envelops the glass and is precision engineered to Bentley’s exacting standards, in homage to this key material used in the sculptural…
Rejoe Francis has been appointed as the new General Manager – Sales & Marketing for Fariyas Hotels & Resorts. In his role, Rejoe will be responsible for leading and further evolving all aspects of the sales & marketing, driving revenues, promoting brand strategies and providing the best of Fariyas Group’s hospitality experience to the guests. Prior to joining Fariyas, Rejoe was associated with the iconic Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa Coorg as Director of Sales. He has also worked for renowned brands like Accor, Radisson Hotels Group, Thomas Cook, Caravela Beach Resort, Le Royal Meridien to name a few. His…
In pursuit of its ambitious expansion strategy in the untapped destinations of India, Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to set foot in Gopalpur, Odisha with the signing of Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals. The 100-room hotel has been developed by Padma Eastern Hotels Private Limited and is set to open its doors in Q2, 2024. Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals is strategically located on the scenic Gopalpur Beach in southern Odisha and promises guests a tranquil escape. The hotel is conveniently accessible from major nearby cities via roads and railways, with Berhampur…
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), which is the third-largest association, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. This collaboration marks a significant leap forward for India’s hospitality sector as it progresses towards positively impacting destinations. It signifies a milestone in the industry’s journey towards contributing more to the destinations it serves than it consumes. The MOU signed by Pradeep Shetty, President, FHRAI and Glenn Mandziuk, Chief Executive Officer, Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, signifies a shared dedication to explore collaborative opportunities and synergies between the associations to have a lasting positive…
