Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad
Courtyard by Marriott, part of the extraordinary Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of its third property in Tamil Nadu, in Southern India. Courtyard by Marriott Tiruchirappalli is set to be the first international hospitality brand to launch in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu’s fourth largest city. With a history that dates back to over 3000 years, Trichy has a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, a pilgrim center as well as a thriving commercial city. The 108-key property is minutes away from the city’s cultural hotspots, iconic temples, industrial hubs, and notable national educational institutes…
Hyatt Place Gurgaon Udyog Vihar is celebrating its 8-year anniversary on 3rd November. The hotel has earned a name for itself and received numerous awards & accolades recognizing its exceptional performance and impeccable hospitality services over the years. Recently it was conferred the “Certificate of Excellence Awards 2021” by TripAdvisor and “Customer Review Awards 2021” for an 8.1 rating by Agoda. It has truly become a name to reckon with for setting unparalleled standards of quality service. “On this occasion, I feel elated and at the same time nostalgic to think about where the hotel has reached and how it has…
Faern, a collection of lifestyle alpine resorts in Switzerland are set to open two new properties; Faern Arosa Altein and Faern Crans-Montana Valaisia this December. Every guest will have the chance to explore both of the properties’ various captivating elements including a variety of wellness concepts, destination food & beverage outlets and ski-in-ski-out access to the unparalleled Swiss slopes. Both properties will be home to many communal areas, encouraging a community and celebratory atmosphere throughout. Break out spaces will include the likes of various games rooms, where guests can play board games, cards and use the pool tables. Guests will…
Hilton announced the signing of an agreement with Wondergrain Exports Private Limited to launch DoubleTree by Hilton Amritsar. Scheduled to open in early 2026, the hotel will mark the debut of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Punjab and bring its distinct brand of upscale comfort to guests and travellers in this region. Navjit Ahluwalia, senior vice president and country head of Hilton in India, said, “We are excited to partner with Wondergrain Exports Private Limited to debut the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Amritsar. With its strategic location in the heart of the one of renowned pilgrimage centers in…
The Novotel Pune has recently installed an Electric Vehicle charging station in its premises. Keeping up with the current climate change and in an effort be environmentally sustainable, the hotel has taken up this initiative. The EV charging station is compatible with all on-sale four wheelers in India and was inaugurated by Girish Bidani, Head of Center Operations, HSBC global technology. Excited about this new development, the hotel’s General Manager Sukhbir Singh said, “We at Novotel Pune feel extremely proud to be taking another step towards a more sustainable future. There has been a sudden increase in popularity of…
Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator, and investor, currently with a portfolio of 530 hotels and resorts in 56 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Indian Ocean, announces an upcoming addition to its portfolio in Dubai. Part of the 46-storey mixed-use Sidra Tower development on the city’s Sheikh Zayed Road, NH Collection La Suite Hotel, Dubai is the first NH Collection property to be announced in the United Arab Emirates. With 265 keys, NH Collection La Suite Hotel, Dubai will offer a wide range of accommodation options, including guest rooms, suites and…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a SeleQtions hotel in Munnar, Kerala. A brownfield project, this hotel is a management contract with CRB Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Commenting on the signing, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “IHCL has always been at the forefront of identifying destinations with a strong tourism potential and putting them on the global travel map. A much sought-after hill-station for its natural beauty, Munnar is popular for leisure travel. This hotel will further elevate the hospitality landscape of Munnar. We are delighted to partner with CRB…
Yum! Brands, which houses brands like KFC and Pizza Hut, witnessed a 45% system sales growth for India and area countries for Q3. “The quarter ending September (Q3 2022) witnessed a 45% system sales growth for India and area countries. The business continued positive trajectory as we focused on customer centricity with product innovations, value & festive offers, and reinforced our commitment towards Feeding People’s Potential with Kshamata. We spiced-up our product portfolio with the launch of KFC Peri Peri Chicken featuring megastar Allu Arjun. We also introduced value offers celebrating festivals like Onam & Durga Puja, and a key…
The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru rang in the merry mood of the season with the age-old tradition of cake mixing, at their gorgeous pool side overlooking the manicured lawns and the beautiful water bodies of the Bhartiya City. To celebrate the beginning of the joyous festive season, the hotel organised this traditional ceremony started back in the 17th century to commemorate the arrival of the harvest season The fun-filled ceremony was attended by patrons, in-house guests, and friends of the brand. The beautiful adornments, the red and white theme added to the festive charm. In keeping with the tradition, the…
Weddingz.in has recently revealed emerging trends around the wedding industry in its recent Trend Survey, conducted in October 2022. The survey demonstrates that the pandemic has given a significant push to ‘digitization’ accelerating the growth of online wedding platforms. This has come up as the trend ruling the wedding scenes. There has been a rise in awareness and usage of online wedding platforms. In fact, the survey shows that over 63% of millennials prefer planning weddings through online platforms. The study also reveals the reasons for the inclination towards online wedding platforms. Over 60% of individuals prefer to plan weddings…
