Author: HBI Staff | New Delhi
SRM University Institute of Hotel Management (SRM IHM), a renowned institution in North India announced a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. They have signed a four-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cover the areas relating to Academia-Industry Partnership, including the representation of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts on the Board of Studies Committee of SRM IHM as well as internship and placement opportunities for students at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts properties across the region. As part of the Academia-Industry Partnership, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts will assist SRM IHM in delivering sessions on professional excellence by participating in regular guest lectures and…
The Clarks Hotels & Resorts recently announced their upcoming property Clarks Exotica Island House in the capital city of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Port Blair. This strategic move will help the group spread its wings to the exotic destination and provide guests with upscale leisure, MICE and destination wedding facilities. Boasting 40 smartly designed keys with a mix of rooms and independent villas, Clarks Exotica Island House features an open-air dining area with a scenic view of the island. Rahul Deb Banerjee, the Vice President of The Clarks Hotels & Resorts, stated, “Expanding our footprint to Port Blair aligns perfectly…
Move aimed at strengthening the group’s presence in India’s Golden Triangle Accor Group is all set to introduce its first Grand Mercure property in Agra. The new property is strategically located in Fatehabad, a short drive away from the famous Taj Mahal, ensuring a remarkable and memorable stay for guests. Scheduled for a grand opening in September 2023, the Grand Mercure Agra will boast 168 meticulously designed rooms. The culinary offerings of the hotel encompass a multi-cuisine, all-day dining restaurant, an elegant bar, and an alfresco terrace restaurant, which will provide a delightful blend of exquisite cuisine and stunning city…
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts recently announced the opening of Royale Sarovar Portico in the historic city of Agra. Located on Fatehabad Road and at a short distance from the iconic Taj Mahal, the hotel’s contemporary architecture seamlessly merges with the rich heritage of the city. Royale Sarovar Portico features 66 rooms and suites including Deluxe Rooms, Executive Rooms and Suites. The dining experience offered at the hotel includes – Hibiscus, the all-day dining restaurant, serving a selection of cuisines from traditional Indian delicacies to international fare; Bamboo, the lounge bar. The hotel, with over 14,000 sq.ft. of banqueting space across multiple…
Indian School of Hospitality (ISH), one of India’s preeminent institutions in Hospitality and Culinary Arts education, announced the promotion of Kunal Vasudeva to the position of Co-Founder and Managing Director, effective August 01, 2023. Previously he was serving as Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer. Vasudeva’s elevation as MD is in alignment with ISH now being a part of Sommet Education, a global leader in higher education in the area of hospitality management and business and culinary arts, based in Switzerland. Sommet Education owns globally renowned brands Les Roches, Glion and Ecole Ducasse. Vasudeva will be responsible for leading the growth of ISH’s academic offerings, maintaining the highest academic standards aligned…
Green Key, an international certification scheme for hotels and tourism facilities, was officially launched in New Delhi on August 8, 2023. Daniel Schaffer, CEO of the Foundation for Environment Education (FEE) Copenhagen launched the Green Key operations and certifications in India. Dr Jagat Mangaraj, National Operator – Green Key India and former Director of the Institute of Hotel Management Ahmedabad, has been entrusted with the responsibility to head and monitor the entire Green Key Certification process in India. Padmashri Kartikeya V Sarabhai, Director- Centre for Environment Education (CEE) & Sanskriti Menon, Senior Programme Director- CEE were present at the launch.…
Dr. Nafees Haider Naqvi has been appointed as the Dean at the British Columbia College of Management. An accomplished senior-level hospitality and tourism leader with over two decades of experience as a successful business contributor and a leader, he has over the years extensively contributed to the education sector. In his previous roles, he has been responsible for setting up of new institutes, admissions, training and placement. He has maintained a very strong industry connection because of his influencing and well-built networking capability. His dedicated approach and achievements during his professional engagements have brought him lots of accolades. He has…
Radisson Blu Hotel New Delhi Dwarka partners with T-Tales to provide a range of organic wellness teas to choose from. One can also enjoy tea-infused desserts like Green tea tiramisu, Moroccan delight macaroons, Blueberry tea cake, Luscious hibiscus jelly with vedic tulsi panna cotta and more. Atrium is beautifully designed to ensure abundant natural light flooding in making it an ideal place for relaxed meetings over a cup of wellness tea. The present-day experience is designed to inspire an ideal alternative to traditional afternoon teas. Harkaran Singh Sethi, Associate Director, Operations, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group said, “We are excited to partner with T-Tales…
Lenzing Group announced its plan to bring its ‘TENCEL’ branded fibers for the hospitality industry in India to power the comfort and performance-driven category with environment-friendly materials. Lenzing has already been partnering with some of the leading home and furnishing brands and manufacturers in the country like D’décor, Welspun, Trident, Spread Home, etc. It works with some of the major international home décor brands such as Pottery Barn, Quilts, HOME, HEFEL, IKEA and West Elm to name a few. ‘TENCEL’ Home fibers are wood-based cellulosic fibers produced under environmentally responsible processes, offer long-lasting natural comfort and pure living environments. TENCEL…
Swiss luxury sanitaryware brand with more than 125 years of legacy, Laufen opened its display studio in Gurugram, Delhi NCR. Raimundo Garcia- Figueras, Senior Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Roca inaugurated the showroom in the presence of key stakeholders and employees. Laufen’s new product range which includes WCs, faucets, washbasins, bathtubs, etc. are showcased as part of the sprawling 5000+ sqft area of the Roca Display Studio. It is one of the six brands under the umbrella of Roca Group which also includes brands like Armani Roca, Johnson Suisse, Roca and Parryware. Known for precision, quality, design and sustainability in concept…
