Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Decoding the changing paradigms in the Speciality Beverage Industry, the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) , part of Sommet Education, successfully hosted the Concocting Conclave. The event served as a platform for hospitality and culinary professionals, students, and industry experts to explore the rapidly transforming Speciality Beverage segment and the distinctive career opportunities associated with it. The conclave featured a panel discussion on the paradigm shift in the Speciality Beverage space, moderated by Sommelier Kriti Malhotra, Assistant Director – Hospitality Studies, Indian School of Hospitality. The eminent panel comprised: * Prarrthona Pal Chowdhury, Zonal External Affairs Manager, Pernod Ricard * Angad Soni, Founder, Sepoy & Co. * Pushpesh Pant,…
ITC’s Hotel Group continues to grow as the upper upscale Brand Welcomhotel adds three more properties to the portfolio. Recently signed, Welcomhotel Gwalior is spread over 7 acres and located 6.5 km away from the city center and just 12 km away from the popular tourist spot, Gwalior fort. Welcomhotel Gwalior will offer 136 spacious rooms including 18 suites and 14 villas, more than 10,000 sq.ft of banquet and meeting space. Slated to open in 2025 the property has large lawns spread over 1 lakh sq.ft. along with ‘Welcomcafe’-the all day dining outlet, specialty restaurant and a bar. Recreational facilities…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of The Yellow House, Anjuna – an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Goa. Nestled in the lively neighbourhood of Anjuna, the carefully restored hotel blends traditional Goan Portuguese style with modern luxury. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL said, “Goa is a premier holiday destination in India and IHCL with its multiple hotels across all its brands continues its pioneering leadership in the state for over four decades. This opening is in line with IHCL’s strategy of expanding its presence in Goa that celebrates its tremendous tourism potential. The recent new addition…
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, one of India’s fastest-growing hospitality companies, has announced the signing of their first property in Sonipat, Haryana. This marks the company’s debut hotel in the state. The hotel is set to open in the coming months and will offer 42 well-appointed rooms, equipped with all modern amenities expected in a branded budget property. The hotel will feature a multi-cuisine restaurant and a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) with a seating capacity of 300 guests. Cygnett Sonipat will offer multiple banqueting and conferencing facilities, capable of accommodating up to 900 guests. With a range of venues to host…
Club Mahindra, the flagship brand of Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited, announces the launch of their new resort – Club Mahindra Janjehli, located in the picturesque city of Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Set amidst the breath taking natural beauty of snowy peaks and plunging valleys, the resort offers an unparalleled experience of luxury and comfort. With spacious rooms that showcase traditional motifs and offer private balconies overlooking the gleaming apple orchards and the surrounding wilderness, Club Mahindra Janjehli promises to make every moment magical for its guests. The resort offers exemplary amenities and services, including unique dining experiences, delightful spaces…
Boon, the IoT-enabled global water-tech startup, is partnering with Andaz Delhi – a luxury lifestyle hotel by Hyatt, to phase out single-use plastic water bottles and significantly reduce the carbon footprint across hotel rooms and premises. The new collaboration between Boon and Andaz Delhi, AeroCity, a 5-Star luxury lifestyle hotel will enhance the overall guest experience while reducing its carbon footprint. Andaz Delhi has been adhering to a large variety of green practices in the past. They also possess the Leeds Gold Level Certification for their conscious electricity usage. Over the next five years, Andaz Delhi has been projected to…
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts today announced the signing of a new property in Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set to open by 2025, the hotel will offer 205 rooms, including 44 suites. Guests can look forward to a luxurious experience that seamlessly blends world-class hospitality with the enchanting beauty of one of India’s most legendary destinations. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Shekhar Resorts Limited, introducing the first Fairmont in the city of Agra. “We are delighted to partner with Fairmont, an iconic…
MS Kainaat, today announces the signing of a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to develop a new hotel in the key city of Dhanbad in Jharkhand under the Ramada Encore by Wyndham brand. MS Kainaat; a Partnership firm is the hospitality arm of Model Fuels Pvt Ltd, a company that has multiple business interests. Ramada Encore by Wyndham Dhanbad will be located in the heart of the city. Expected to open in Q2 2026 , the property will feature 90 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant and versatile space for meetings, conferences, and events. Dhanbad is the second-most populated city…
India is hosting the presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) for the year 2023 amongst the eight member states that make up this consortium. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India has completed SCO Tourism Mart from 9th-11th February 2023, SCO Expert Level Tourism Working Group Meeting and SCO Tourism Minister’s Meeting in Kashi (Varanasi) from 13th – 18th March 2023 and the last SCO Millet Food Festival, which will be held at Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai from 13th to 19th April 2023. The SCO countries have a diverse mix of cultures and traditions, which is aptly reflected in their cuisines. The cuisine of SCO countries…
Hilton and Dangayach Group have announced the signing of a branding and management agreement for the launch of Waldorf Astoria Jaipur, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in India. The exclusive signing ceremony, held at the Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA) in Bangalore, signals an exciting new phase of growth for Hilton as the company shapes the next golden age of travel. Globally renowned for defining the art of hospitality, unmatched personalised service and world-class culinary excellence in landmark destinations, Waldorf Astoria is comprised of a portfolio of more than 30 iconic properties across the globe.…
