While in the long-term, there are clear benefits of GST, there is also an urgent need to rationalise the multiple GST tax rates across the hospitality segment, believes Dharam Reshamwalla, Senior Area Director of Finance—South Asia, Marriott International. The hotel industry was earlier structured with a multiple taxation system comprising …
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Pegged at $40 to $50 billion, the Indian wedding industry is the second largest market in the world after the USA, according to a study revealed at 5th Travel Wedding Show, held recently in Jaipur. Kanchan Nath Pegged at $40 to $50 billion, the Indian wedding industry is the second …
Read More »India’s tourism sector attracted capital investments of US$ 47.8 billion in 2017 and is expected to reach US$ 95.3 billion by 2028, according to World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC’s) Economic Impact 2018 report. International hotel chains are increasing their presence in the country, as it will account for around …
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Marriott recently hosted MCUBE (Marriott Meetings Matter), its signature MiCE event, at the newly-opened JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa. The event brought together the largest corporate and professional conference organisers under one roof to enhance synergies and strengthen partnerships. TT Bureau MCUBE, a two-day conclave, provided an opportunity for …
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Marriott has launched a new programme called ‘Shaadi by Marriott’ to tap the growing Indian wedding segment. Neeraj Govil, Area Vice President–South Asia, Marriott International, elaborates on how the group’s innovative concepts and partnerships help them ace the wedding market. ANUPRIYA BISHNOI Q How is Marriott involved in the wedding …
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