Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
After a hiatus of five years, SulaFest is set to make its much-anticipated return on February 1 and 2, 2025, at Sula Vineyards in Nashik. The festival, known for its blend of music, wine, and cultural experiences, promises an immersive weekend for attendees. This year’s lineup includes prominent Indian artists like DIVINE, Ritviz x Karan Kanchan, OAFF x Savera, and When Chai Met Toast. Other acts include Dualist Inquiry, Madboy/Mink, Ankur & The Ghalat Family, Parvaaz, and more, ensuring a diverse range of genres at Sula’s open-air amphitheater, surrounded by lush vineyards. New Experiences for 2025 The 14th edition of…
amã Stays & Trails, Indian Hotels Company’s premium homestay offering signs 110 bungalows and opens 33 in 2024, taking its portfolio to 250 bungalows with 131 in the pipeline. Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President, New Businesses and Hotel Openings, IHCL, said, “Reflective of the growing demand for experiential leisure, ama Stays & Trails has witnessed a 10X growth in its portfolio since its launch in 2019. More than 40% of our footprint resides in Maharashtra, Goa and Kerala capturing the high demand from the urban cities for drivable leisure destinations in these states. She added, “Significant share of 2024 signings were greenfield…
Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited (ASPHL) is delighted to announce the opening of Zone Connect by The Park Prayagraj, a contemporary retreat in the historic city of Prayagraj. The milestone aligns with the spiritual fervour of the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, making it a timely addition to the city’s vibrant hospitality landscape. Strategically located in the heart of the sacred Kumbh City, Zone Connect by The Park Prayagraj offers a perfect blend of comfort and spiritual serenity, making it an ideal stay for both devotees and travellers. It is located just 2 km from Prayagraj Railway Station and 13…
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s leading travel tech platforms, through its spiritual tourism initiative EasyDarshan, has partnered with the Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA) to inaugurate the Theerth Yatri Sewa Booth at Lata Mangeshkar Chowk. This landmark initiative aims to enhance the pilgrimage experience in Ayodhya by offering comprehensive services to visitors and creating employment opportunities for local youth. The Theerth Yatri Sewa Booth is strategically set up to guide and assist pilgrims visiting the Ram Lalla temple and other significant religious sites in Ayodhya. EasyDarshan, as EaseMyTrip dedicated spiritual tourism vertical, is bringing its expertise to ensure that pilgrims receive seamless…
Goa’s tourism sector is performing better than the national average, Minister Rohan Khaunte said on Monday, and underlined the State government’s efforts in sensitising visitors about local culture and traditions. The Tourism Minister addressed a conclave of tourism stakeholders in Goa. “Goa is performing better than the national average. Goa has great resilience and adaptability in the competitive tourism and the landscape,” he told reporters while dismissing reports on the decline in tourist footfalls in Goa. Khaunte said tourist destinations throw up unique challenges, pointing to issues raised by certain social media influencers. “We have summed up all the issues…
Chalet Hotels Limited, a leading hospitality company renowned for its high end hotel portfolio and commercial real estate, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gaurav Singh as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 15, 2025. In his new role, Gaurav will be focusing on asset management, driving operational excellence, ensuring efficiency to strengthen the business and design scalable processes for Chalet Hotels. With a robust portfolio and an ambitious pipeline of additional rooms, Chalet is poised for significant growth, and Gaurav’s leadership backed with 26 years of experience in hospitality will play a crucial role in steering this…
The Fern Hotels & Resorts, India’s leading environmentally sensitive hotel chain, is pleased to announce the opening of Orient Beacon Resort, Panchgani in Maharashtra. Nestled amidst the tranquillity of nature, the resort is perfectly positioned for guests looking to explore the beautiful hill station at their own pace, offering a seamless blend of comfort and scenic beauty. The company now has a total of 32 properties in Maharashtra, operational and opening shortly. Expressing his pleasure at the launch, Mr. Suhail Kannampilly, Managing Director of The Fern Hotels & Resorts, said, “We are pleased to introduce Orient Beacon Resort, Panchgani, a…
Third Wave Coffee, the coffee-first QSR brand, has launched its 125th café, debuting in Chennai. This milestone reflects the brand’s mission to transform the country’s coffee culture, creating spaces where every sip sparks connections. The brand aims to be present across 150 cafes in the next two months, bringing its signature offerings and community-driven approach to more coffee-lovers in the country. The 125th cafe marks Third Wave Coffee’s entry into Tamil Nadu’s vibrant capital, Chennai, a city celebrated for its cultural richness and energy. The brand continues its journey to redefine India’s café culture with its recent expansions. With a…
Mercure, dedicated to celebrating local experiences since 1973, proudly announces the opening of Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights, the brand’s first hotel in Nepal. Located in the heart of Kathmandu, this new hotel reflects Mercure’s commitment to unveiling the treasures surrounding each address, while providing a warm and inviting stay for all travellers. Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights offers a range of thoughtfully designed accommodation, each infused with the spirit of Kathmandu. Guests can choose from a range of room configurations, all featuring modern amenities, natural light, and panoramic views of the city, the surrounding mountains, or the majestic Himalayas. The interiors…
Vikram Kamats Hospitality Limited (VKHL), (formerly known as Vidli Restaurants Limited), has successfully raised INR 28 crore through a preferential allotment. Kamats is leader in Pure Veg South Indian Premium chain & VITS is in midmarket hotels Segment. The total amount of INR 28 crore was secured from a mix of renowned investors, including Mrinalini Jaisinghani (part of the Polycab Group), Nabs Vriddhii LLP (part of the Sattva Group), The Golden Bird Fund, a notable foreign portfolio investor, and Green Portfolio fund Management. This strategic fundraising initiative aims to fuel the expansion of 25 existing VITS Hotels, VKHL’s mid-market hotel…
