Category Archives: Hotels

Accor to open Novotel in New Delhi City Centre & Jodhpur, ibis in Mumbai Thane & Hebbal, Bengaluru

Puneet Dhawan – Senior Vice President – Operations, Accor India & South Asia, has said that they want to focus on expanding their luxury and premium brands portfolio in India. “Also, we look forward to some of our much-awaited new openings like Novotel in New Delhi City Centre and Jodhpur, an ibis in Mumbai Thane and another in Hebbal, Bangalore,” he said.

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Marvel Tours get into hospitality with Moksha Villas: Sejoe Jose

Sejoe Jose, MD, Marvel Tours and Chairman – IATO Southern Region, has said that they have started new villas called Moksha Villas. “We have as Marvel Tours moved into the hospitality sector as well In fact, now we have several villas around Kerala, which is giving us a lot of business. Hence, 2021 made me put new hat to survive this crisis. We hope that in 2022, things start getting better for us, as well as the industry at large.”

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SITE Global- India chapter appoints Barun Gupta as President for next one year

Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE), India-chapter dedicated to the incentive travel industry, has elected Barun Gupta, Director of Sales and Marketing, CrownePlaza Greater Noida, as the new President for the next one year (2022-2023). Barun will replace Nitin Sachdeva as President who has now been nominated as the SITE Global Board of Directors representing the Asia region.

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Caesars Palace Dubai appoints One Rep Global as India representative

One Rep Global has been appointed as the India representative the iconic Caesars Palace Dubai. Caesars Palace Dubai recognises the importance of the Indian market and is excited to welcome travellers, business professionals, family and friends for the ultimate luxury experience. Speaking on this partnership, the Commercial Director, Paula Tannous, says “We are very excited to be working with One Rep Global, as a company driven by an experienced team of passionate professionals and seasoned luxury hoteliers. Together we will develop business opportunities and awareness of Caesars Palace Dubai across the Indian Market and those guests seeking a tailored and unique stays in Dubai.” Adding to this , the founder of One Rep Global, Hemant Mediratta, said “ We are absolutely delighted at this partnership with the iconic Caesars Palace Dubai that needs no introduction. The Indian luxury traveller is constantly seeking newer products and experiences – whether its cultural, culinary, wellness or just spending time with their loved ones. Caesars Palace Dubai is the perfect fit for all this and more. Not just for FITs, the hotel has a separate block of rooms designed for experiential destination weddings , MICE or Social Events. We have full faith in the resilience of the Indian market and our travel trade fraternity to support and accelerate demand for this beautiful jewel in Dubai. Located in the heart of the Bluewaters community, Caesars Palace Dubai is an immersive, luxury lifestyle resort. Offering a curated selection of unconventional, unforgettable experiences for all ages, the hotel is renowned for its contemporary, Roman-esque inspired design and uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s skyline. Positioned at the western edge of Bluewaters Island, the resort has …

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Long-term trend is intact: People want to travel says TUI

Tourism remains a strong growth market in the long term. It benefits from overarching social trends that will continue to intensify in the coming years. In the financial year 2021, 5.4 million guests travelled with TUI. Booking level for the 2022 financial year are encouraging at 4.1 million bookings, revealed report. “Whenever restrictions are lifted, demand picks up immediately. Currently, customers are booking later and at short notice”, said CEO Joussen.

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Zone by the Park to open 6 properties in next 12 months

Vikas Ahluwalia, General Manager and National Head – Zone by The Park Hotels, has said that they have a healthy pipeline of projects at both Zone by The Park Hotels and Zone Connect of 1600 rooms under development and would be opening 6 new properties in the coming 12 months.” Zone Connect is an upscale brand, which has upcoming hotels in Goa, Tirupati, Gopalpur (Odisha), Phalodi (Rajasthan) and Port Blair,” he said.

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The Muraka is very well-suited for the Indian market, especially luxury clients: Carla Puvurel, GM, Conrad Maldives

Puvurel said that The Muraka is well suited for Indian market. “It is a first-of-its-kind, three bedroom, two-level residence with a master bedroom submerged 5 meters below sea level. Perfect for a real luxury, bucket-list experience. We have a lot of last minute travel, especially from India who come in their private jets. The Muraka is ideal for families, couples or a group of friends.”

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Conrad Maldives to relaunch Rangali Island with all-water adult villas in December

Carla Puverel, GM, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has revealed that Rangali Island and main restaurant Atoll Market, will be relaunched in December end. “It is all-water villa Adult Island that will be very popular with the Indian market for honeymoons and extended weekend getaways. The opening of ‘Teens club’ will also be a great addition to our family island,” she said.

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Accor renews partnership with IndiGo’s 6E Rewards

Accor has renewed its ongoing partnership with IndiGo to offer accelerated 6E Rewards, enhanced benefits and discounts on spends on stays and dining experiences across properties in India, Sri Lanka and selected hotels in Maldives. Through this partnership, IndiGo’s 6E Rewards members can now avail an exhilarating 15% discount, when they book directly with Accor and  earn up to 6% 6E Rewards as feature partner on any spends across Accor properties in India, Sri Lanka & participating hotels in Maldives with brands such as Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Mövenpick, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure ibis and ibis Styles. These offers are also valid at the newly launched Accor properties – Raffles Udaipur, Novotel Chandigarh Tribune Chowk and most recently launched ibis Mumbai Vikhroli. Special Welcome benefit vouchers for 6E Rewards members at Accor hotels in India & Srilanka hotels only: Flat 30% discount on room nights when booked through Accor and IndiGo booking page INR 1000 discount voucher for spends on Food & Beverages across Accor Hotels, Restaurants & Bar Through this partnership, Accor and 6E Rewards will be putting forward exclusive offers to members in addition to the other benefits across hotel stays, dining and events. 6E Rewards members can also earn additional Reward points on hotel stays and dining by signing up on to Accor’s ALL – Accor Live Limitless – loyalty program. Jad Doumet, VP Partnerships, India, Middle East & Africa and Turkey adds, “We are thrilled to renew Accor’s partnership with IndiGo as it relays our intentions of providing the best hospitality service to guests across the nation. Accor operates an extensive portfolio of properties across the country- ranging from the economy to midscale, further to the …

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