DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Panaji has announced the promotion of Ritesh Raje as its new Executive Chef. Bringing over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Chef Raje offers a rich culinary pedigree honed through his work with renowned global hotel brands. A graduate of IHM Mumbai and PIC-3 certified by the Dubai […]
Bintan Resorts, in collaboration with Travstarz Global Group, recently conducted a series of trade workshops in Jaipur, Lucknow, and Indore to strengthen connections with Indian travel agents and promote Bintan as a premier island destination. These workshops were part of a broader effort to tap into India’s growing outbound tourism market. Abdul Wahab, Chief Operating […]
Crowne Plaza Greater Noida is delighted to welcome two accomplished professionals to its leadership team: Abhishek Sharma as Front Office Manager and Simmy Chaudhary as Executive Housekeeper. Together, they bring over 20 years of collective experience and a shared vision for delivering exceptional guest service. Abhishek Sharma – Front Office Manager Abhishek Sharma brings more […]
Andhra Pradesh is witnessing a significant surge in interest following the launch of its new adventure tourism policy, with over 130 applications received from individuals and organisations eager to offer land, water, and air-based adventure experiences. This enthusiastic response follows the issuance of Government Order Ms. No. 15, which sets forth a strong regulatory framework […]
IndiGo has announced the appointment of Amitabh Kant as a Non-Executive Director on the Board of InterGlobe Aviation Limited, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. A respected former Indian bureaucrat, Kant is widely known for his work in governance reforms and as a geo-political strategist, having led transformative initiatives such as Make in India, Startup […]
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a new greenfield hotel project in Anjuna, Goa, which will operate under the Vivanta brand. Strengthening Presence in Key Leisure Destinations Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “IHCL has consistently led the way in pioneering new destinations and has played […]
Uttar Pradesh is on track to witness a major tourism boom, with the state projecting a record 1.3 billion tourist arrivals in 2025. This figure marks a 100% jump from the 650 million visitors in 2024 and nearly triple the 480 million arrivals in 2023. The surge underscores increasing interest in the state’s rich cultural, […]
Travel Food Services (TFS) is set to expand its airport lounge business across the Asia-Pacific and West Asia regions, following strong customer feedback from its recently launched lounge in Hong Kong. CEO Varun Kapur expressed confidence in scaling up international operations over the mid-term, as global air travel sees steady recovery. TFS currently operates 37 […]
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain) has announced the appointment of Ashish Sikka as Senior Vice President and Business Head – UNO. In this capacity, Ashish will be responsible for spearheading the global growth of UNO, RateGain’s AI-powered suite designed to simplify, automate, and enhance hotel operations. UNO: A Unified, AI-Led Hospitality Platform UNO integrates RateGain’s […]
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, along with its group company SOTC Travel, has introduced TravSure — a first-of-its-kind travel safety program. This pioneering initiative reinforces both companies’ commitment to putting customers first by ensuring a seamless and worry-free journey backed by comprehensive support and financial protection. Bridging the Emergency Support Gap Travel emergencies can significantly disrupt […]
