Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
With year-end school holidays in full swing, digital travel platform Agoda’s Family Travel Trend survey 2022 reveals that four out of five travelers will take a vacation with immediate family in the next 12 months and, while travelling with friends proves more popular than travelling with extended family, still more than half (52%) are keen to catch up with relatives for their vacation. Travelers from Singapore (61%), Taiwan (61%) and Vietnam (59%) are most likely to take at least one trip with immediate family. Meanwhile, people from The Philippines (47%), Indonesia (40%) and Malaysia (35%) are most likely to plan…
Araiya Hotels and Resorts announced the signing of a hotel management agreement with Mr. Subhakaran KV to launch Soul by Araiya, Paithalmala, A Vihaara Resort. Located in an enchanting hill station and popular trekking destination in Kerala, the resort will have a view of Kannur’s highest peak at an elevation of 4,500 feet. The hilltop resort and spa, on the border of Karnataka and Kerala, will open its door to visitors starting Q1 2023. “We are excited to partner with Captain Nair’s granddaughter Amruda to bring the Araiya experience to South India. We’re certain that with the breathtaking location, serene…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company announced the signing of two Ginger branded hotels in Durgapur and Asansol in the state of West Bengal. Speaking on the occasion, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL said, “IHCL is committed to West Bengal and its significant commercial potential. Durgapur and Asansol are major hubs for manufacturing industries. These two signings are in line with the company’s strategy of strengthening its presence in the state. Ginger with its lean luxe offering will cater to the needs of this emerging market. We are delighted to partner with…
Sarovar Hotels today announced the rebranding of Sarovar Portico as Elysia Sarovar Portico Lonavala. Now owned by Elysia Hospitality LLP, the hotel is ready to welcome guests once again from today onwards. Nestled amidst the picturesque greens and staggering mountains, post rebranding the hotel features a design that offers a contemporary touch and reflects a vibrant interpretation of the city. Amidst this dreamy ether , Elysia Sarovar Portico features 23 well-appointed contemporary guestrooms includes Executive pool view rooms, Executive double rooms and executive twin rooms decked up to create a quintessential vacationing experience. In-House restaurant THE SQUARE serves an array…
The country’s apex hospitality Association – Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) has expressed its gratitude to Chief Minister – Himanta Biswa Sarma for the Assam Government’s decision granting Industry Status to the tourism sector in the State. Welcoming the decision, the apex hospitality Association called it a positive and progressive step that will go a long way in transforming the tourism sector in the Stats. The Industry status to hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, wellness centres and other tourism services will make them eligible for incentives under the industrial policy which would give a tremendous fillip to the…
Clarks Safari celebrated Christmas with girls of Aashray Care Home on 15th December 2022. This year apart from decorating the properties, announcing special packages for the guests, conducting festivities for the guests, the brand decided to do something different. Therefore, organized Christmas festivities with female children from humble backgrounds. Apart from Aashray Care Home, where orphan girls are placed, the group will celebrate Christmas with many other orphanages across India. They got phenomenal response for this initiative, and have decided to incorporate this as a mandatory CSR activity. The team conducted 2 day festivities in which games were organized, personality…
Montara Hospitality announce that “PRU,” the signature dining venue at Trisara, has maintained its distinguished MICHELIN 1-star and Green Star. “PRU” is the first restaurant in Phuket to receive a MICHELIN Star and remains the only restaurant outside Bangkok to hold the prestigious accolade for its ‘Plant, Raise, Understand’ philosophy. PRU was also the first restaurant in Thailand to receive the green star for its commitment to sustainability, a recognition it retains for the 3rd year in a row. The awards were announced at the ‘MICHELIN Guide Thailand Star Revelation 2023’ Gala Awards Presentation. “It’s an incredible honor to be…
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has today announced a historic addition to its Regent Hotels & Resorts portfolio – a continuation of its partnership with the hotel’s owner and developer Katara Hospitality. The announcement celebrates the longstanding partnership between IHG Hotels & Resorts and Carlton Cannes owner Katara Hospitality, an award-winning Qatar-based global hotel developer and operator with over 50 years of experience in luxury hospitality. Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel will open in Spring 2023 after a two-year multi-million Euro redevelopment. The property will become a flagship property within the…
Seven Spring, a fast-growing premium tea brand in India, has recently entered a corporate tie-up with leading hotel chain, Accor Hotels, to supply its premium range of teas to more than 21 brand hotels across the country. The brand has introduced India’s first 100% compostable and eco-friendly packaging of sachet covers for tea bags. With this, Seven Spring is the only company to offer sachets with 100% paper packaging with Zero plastic and aluminum foils. Under Seven Spring’s partnership with Accor, the brand will supply its entire range of teas in this new and innovative packaging to spread awareness about…
Singh holds more than 14 years of experience in Marketing, Brand Strategy and Communication across North and South India. Over the years he has worked with reputed companies where he looked after overall Marketing & Brand Communication. As General Manager – Marketing he will be responsible for creating high impact marketing campaigns and works towards strengthening brand connect. Priyankar Singh says, “I’m excited to work with Barista Coffee Company because I believe it will be an incredible experience for my professional and personal growth. The opportunity will provide me with valuable experience in the Food and Beverage industry, while also…
