HOTELS

There is a need to add 180,000 hotel rooms across categories if India plans to host 20 million foreign tourists in the next 10 years, points out Vivek Nair, CMD, The Leela Palace, Hotels and Resorts. TT Bureau According to Vivek Nair, the tourism and hospitality industry has worked very …

Kempinski Hotels recently conducted its roadshow in New Delhi, where Theo Ocks, Vice President—Sales, Kempinski Hotels, spoke about India as a potential market and the group’s strategies towards the trade. Anupriya Bishnoi Q What was the agenda for the roadshow? How beneficial was it for the group? This is the …

Having unveiled its new brand identity, Sterling Holidays is looking at expansion through management contracts. Ramesh Ramanathan, MD, Sterling Holidays, reveals the plan ahead. Q How has the holiday industry transformed over the years? The holiday landscape has changed tremendously, especially with low cost airlines and new routes on offer. …

Situated at the heart of Rome, Villa Spalleti Trivelli, is a 19th century private property offering the space and peace of a countryside luxury villa, reveals owner Andrea Spalletti Trivelli. TT Bureau Andrea Spalletti Trivelli reveals that the hotel, which largely caters to leisure travellers, is also a part of …

Greg Ward, Vice President Sales—Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts with the responsibility for Europe, Middle East and India market, shares the upswing in the hotel’s performance in the past year compared to 2016 and its growth in the MiCE segment in the Asia Pacific region and Sri Lanka. Kanchan Nath What …

After a great response for Jaagir Lodge Dudhwa, The Ultimate Travelling Camp (TUTC) is set for its Hampi debut, reveals Dhun Cordo, Co-founder, TUTC. TT Bureau Glamping as an option for travellers is on the rise, said Dhun Cordo. “In 2017, we witnessed a significant increase in demand for our …

The LaLit Ashok Bangalore is planning to undertake soft refurbishment to upgrade the property for its guests, and also add bling to the city’s nightlife. TT Bureau In 2017, the LaLit Ashok Bangalore clocked excellent business, informs Bhaskaran T Menon, General Manager of the hotel. He points out that the …

Nestled in a serene apple orchard in Srinagar, The Orchard Retreat & Spa is paradise reimagined, and is all set to open to the public on March 27. TT Bureau Located just 40 minutes away from Srinagar International Airport, overlooking the breath-taking Zabarwan Hills and Mount Mahadev, this stunning property …

Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, Sorrento Italy, has tied up with Serene Experiences for sales, marketing & PR representation for the India market. TT BUREAU Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria was founded by the Fiorentino family in 1834 in Sorrento, Italy, and is situated on the Amalfi Coast. A member of the …

Puneet Chhatwal returns to India after 30 years, to join IHCL as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Here are excerpts from his speech at the Global Hospitality Conclave held at The Leela, Gurugram, where he talks about his journey and the expectations he has from the Indian …