Author: HBI Staff | Mumbai
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has expanded its footprint in Greece with the opening of Wyndham Corfu Acharavi, a new beachfront resort located just steps from the picturesque village of Acharavi on the island’s northern coast. Set amid lush greenery, long sandy beaches and Corfu’s distinctive Venetian-influenced architecture, the property has opened in collaboration with Mercan Group, one of Europe’s leading hotel developers. Commenting on the opening, Vassilis Themelidis, Regional Director for South & East Europe at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said: “The Emerald Isle of Corfu stands among the Mediterranean’s most exceptional year-round destinations, attracting millions of visitors every year.…
DeVANS’s GianChand Manshaa, the peated Indian Single Malt from Jammu adds yet another feather to its illustrious cap, clinching the prestigious Gold Medal at the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025, Belgium, becoming the sole Indian single malt to claim this elite honour at the competition. The triumph spotlights Manshaa’s unrivalled excellence as a peated masterpiece, meticulously crafted in Jammu with pristine Himalayan water that embodies the region’s singular terroir. The unique Jammu climate and water coupled with the experience of making malts for more than 50 years in customised copper pot stills has resulted in a masterpiece…
The DLC Guide Mumbai Second Edition 2025, a ground-breaking and independent global rating system founded by Jimmy Mistry under the aegis of Della Leaders Club (DLC), concluded successfully at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, bringing together restaurateurs, hoteliers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to celebrate excellence across the hospitality sector. Inspired by globally respected benchmarks such as Michelin and Forbes, the DLC Guide has emerged as a ground-breaking and bias-free global credit rating system designed to evaluate hospitality establishments on real-world operational excellence, consistency and guest impact. The Mumbai Second Edition of the DLC Guide recognised a curated selection of hospitality establishments…
ibis and ibis Styles hotels in India have announced the appointment of Arish Mehta as Portfolio Director of Revenue Management, ibis and ibis Styles India, effective December 2025. Based in Delhi, Arish will be responsible for leading the revenue management strategy across the ibis and ibis Styles portfolio in India, with a focus on driving sustainable growth, strengthening commercial performance, and building strong alignment across sales, operations, and digital teams. Arish brings over 13 years of experience with Accor, where he has played a pivotal role in shaping revenue and commercial strategies across rooms, food and beverage, and MICE segments.…
At a time when sustainability has become central to the hospitality discourse, the Sustainability Summit & Awards 2025 honoured a career that placed environmental responsibility at its core long before it became an industry mandate. Param Kannampilly, Executive Chairman of Concept Hospitality Pvt Ltd, has been conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Sustainability Summit & Awards, held in association with Hospitality Horizon at the Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai on December 16, 2025. The award recognises his enduring commitment to environmental stewardship and his seminal role in embedding sustainability as a core pillar of modern Indian hospitality. Speaking on…
In a bid to capitalise on the sharp tourism surge across northern states, Moustache Group of Hotels has launched its new Select property in Manali and announced plans to open 50 additional properties by 2028. Set in Himachal Pradesh’s most in-demand corridor, the new property marks the beginning of an aggressive expansion across Kasol, Shimla, Nainital and Mcleodganj over the next three years. Moustache Group of Hotels currently operates more than 33 properties across 11 states, with five properties under its high-revenue vertical, Select. Existing Select properties are located in Naukuchiatal, Mukteshwar, Udaipur, and other key leisure destinations. This expansion…
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island earned multiple regional and international titles at the 2025 World Luxury Hotel and Restaurant Awards, highlighting its commitment to exceptional hospitality, experiences, and elevated dining. This year marks a significant milestone, as the resort retains the coveted title of Luxury Family Beach Resort, United Arab Emirates for the second consecutive year at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025, reaffirming its position as one of the country’s most distinguished destinations for families. At the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island has been recognised across several key categories, including Luxury Private Chalet at…
Vivanta Stays, one of India’s fastest-growing luxury villa networks, announced an expansion roadmap to launch 500+ luxury villas by March 2026. With backing from Bajaj Auto, the brand is doubling down on guest-first hospitality, transparent operations and curated local experiences across India’s most sought-after leisure destinations. The 2026 roadmap focuses on: • 500+ curated villas with private pools, chef services and event-ready amenities • Category breadth from intimate family villas to “affordable luxury” formats for group getaways • Owner partnerships with guaranteed standards, centralized QA and hospitality training • Tech-enabled ops for faster confirmations, secure payments and real-time guest support…
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI under the aegis of FSSAI conducted its latest Food Safety Supervisor Training in Advance Catering (FoSTaC), on 26th August, 2025 at Amanora The Fern Hotels & Club in Pune. The session, attended by 25 hospitality professionals, covered essential topics including food handling, hygiene, sanitation and waste management. The training program was conducted by Praveen Andrews of Parikshan where participants gained practical insights to strengthen food safety measures within their establishments, reinforcing industry best practices. The training program was inaugurated by Praveen Andrews; Nitin Ramdas Nighot, Tamanna Hotels Pvt Ltd; Sukhen Sunil…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced the signing of a Gateway hotel in Dwarka, New Delhi. This greenfield project will mark the debut of the Gateway brand in the capital city that will be situated within The Omaxe State, India’s first integrated sports-cum-commercial arena, in Sector 19B, Dwarka, New Delhi. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “Extending IHCL’s brandscape in the capital, Gateway Dwarka, New Delhi will strengthen our presence in this high-growth micro market. Its strategic location near India’s largest convention centre and the upcoming international cricket stadium will drive…
