TravTalk India Online Magazine
Era Hotels and Resorts, a hotel management company under the aegis of CTC Holdings, recently took over the management of Dunsvirk Court, Mussoorie, and is planning to make it a preferred destination for holistic family holidays, wedding ceremonies and also MICE events.
Era Hotels and Resorts, which manages three properties in Goa, namely the Santiago Beach Resort, Baga, Goa; Turtle Beach Resort, Morjim, Goa; and Mayfair Hotel, Panjim, Goa; with a total of 200 keys, has expanded its domestic footprint with the takeover of the management of the 40-room Dunsvirk Court, Mussoorie. Dunsvirk Court, originally known as the Baroda Summer Palace, was converted to a hotel in 1960s and has been welcoming guests ever since. The hotel has recently undergone renovation and has been refurbished with all luxurious amenities.
In order to showcase the renovated and upgraded Dunsvirk Court Mussoorie, Era Hotels and Resorts recently organised a familiarisation trip for 20 members of Association of Domestic Tour Operators – Delhi Chapter. In the words of Era Hotel’s Chief Operating Officer, Vinay Albuquerque, Dunsvirk Court, Mussoorie is a luxury boutique hotel, which has the unique distinction of being the highest point in Mussoorie, offering panoramic mountain views on one side and overview of the Library Chowk and the Mall Road on the other. “If you’re looking for a peaceful private destination surrounded by mountains and woods, then this hilltop resort in Mussoorie is the place for you. With our experience in the hospitality industry, we aim to offer our guests a great destination for holidays and a perfect venue for MICE events. We look to offer all our guests top-notch service and hospitality at a great location and price. Great service, warm hospitality, good food and a relaxing experience at a great value pricing makes us the ideal destination,” says Albuquerque.
Era Hotels and Resorts has positioned Dunsvirk Court, Mussoorie as a holistic holiday destination for Indian families. This image makeover is planned keeping in mind to meet the expectations of holidaymakers among families, wedding groups, FIT travellers as well as the MICE segment from across India. The hotel offers various facilities to its guests, such as: Mana – the spa with four treatment rooms; Sakala – the multi-cuisine restaurant with an emphasis on traditional north Indian specialties; and a conference hall, with a large outdoor area, for corporate meetings and various other events.
The company has been closely working with the travel trade and has also offered various incentives to promote the property better. “We have offered some great deals to the travel agents and tour operators through our offices across the country and are looking at an online and print media campaign to promote the hotel besides participating in various exhibitions across the country. We recently organised a familiarisation trip for members of Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI) – Delhi Chapter, and will be doing one for Punjab, Maharashtra and Gujarat agents as well,” informs Albuquerque. He believes that a two-way support structure is key in order to offer the guests a great experience while creating a win-win situation for both the hotel and the travel agents and tour operators.
