Backpacker hostels are no longer just budget accommodation options. For Gen Z and millennial travellers, they have evolved into vibrant social ecosystems that blend affordability, design, community and local experiences. As younger travellers prioritise connection over convention and memories over material comforts, hostels are redefining how travel is experienced across India and globally. This shift […]
Malaysia Airlines continued to build strong momentum for its India Mall Activation Tour with a vibrant three-day showcase at Phoenix Mall of Asia, Bangalore, held from 5 to 7 December 2025. Following highly positive responses in Mumbai and Hyderabad, the Bangalore leg further strengthened the airline’s engagement with travellers in South India, reaffirming India’s position […]
Anini, a remote and scenic village in Arunachal Pradesh’s Dibang Valley district, has earned national recognition for its adventure tourism potential. The destination was honoured at the 17th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), held in Srinagar, marking a significant milestone for tourism in the region. The recognition positions Anini […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Sirayane Hospitality to develop Kimpton Marrakech, a luxury lifestyle hotel scheduled to open in Q4 2026. The signing marks the debut of the Kimpton brand in Morocco and represents a significant step in IHG’s strategic expansion within the country’s rapidly growing luxury […]
The Saudi Tourism Authority’s consumer brand Saudi, Welcome to Arabia concluded an exclusive preview of The Saudi Table, an immersive culinary residency curated by celebrated chef Kunal Kapur at One8 Commune, Golf Course Road. Designed as a strategic cultural introduction to Saudi Arabia’s evolving food landscape, the experience highlighted the Kingdom’s deep-rooted culinary traditions through […]
Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has announced the launch of its latest managed property, Lemon Tree Suites, Gurugram, marking another significant milestone in the brand’s expansion across northern India. The opening further reinforces Lemon Tree Hotels’ strong presence in Haryana, where the group now operates 10 hotels, reflecting its continued focus on key business and urban […]
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has stepped up the pace of growth for its Essentials portfolio, announcing new hotel signings and strategic leadership appointments aimed at expanding its presence across the Americas. The move underlines Hyatt’s commitment to strengthening its select-service brands while meeting the evolving needs of modern travellers seeking flexible, high-quality accommodations. Strong Momentum in […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has marked a major milestone for its Holiday Inn brand with the unveiling of the Greater China 50th-Anniversary Commemorative Brand Book, bringing a year-long celebration of five decades in the region to a meaningful close. Alongside this, the brand introduced Holiday Inn’s next-generation evolution, signalling a dynamic new phase rooted […]
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has strengthened its presence in one of India’s most spiritually significant cities with the launch of Avantika by the Ganges, a new hotel under its SeleQtions brand, in Varanasi. Thoughtfully located on the banks of the sacred Ganges River, the property offers guests a refined stay experience rooted in tradition and […]
Crazy Cock Indian Single Malt Whisky has unveiled Madhuca: The Heritage Editions, the world’s first single malt whisky finished in Mahura casks, marking a defining moment in contemporary Indian luxury spirits. Crafted at South Seas Distilleries, pioneers behind India’s oldest single malts, this limited collection brings together heritage, innovation and elevated design in a bold […]
