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Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO, expressed his appreciation for the outstanding culinary experience at the IATO Convention at Taj Lakefront, Bhopal. “The feedback we’ve received from attendees is that they have had the best food they’ve ever tasted,” Mehra said. Mehra also said that the variety and quality of the meals, from breakfast and lunch to dinner and snacks, received praise from attendees. “My hats off to the chef and his team for making this happen,” he added, highlighting the overwhelming positive response from all corners of the event.

Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla is thrilled to announce the launch of “Pind Di Rasoi,” a Dhaba Food Promotion at Edesia, running from 7th to 15th September 2024, from 7 PM to 11 PM. This unique culinary event promises to bring the authentic flavors and rustic charm of traditional North Indian roadside eateries to the heart of New Delhi. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in a vibrant Dhaba-themed ambiance that transforms Edesia into a lively food haven. The festival will feature a variety of traditional North Indian dishes, showcasing the hearty, spiced, and rich flavors characteristic of Dhaba food. Highlights include: • Authentic Dishes: A diverse menu featuring iconic Dhaba delicacies. • Rustic Ambience: Décor and seating arrangements that replicate the charm of roadside eateries. • Live Cooking Stations: Witness culinary artistry at live counters such as Amritsari fried fish counter, Sardar Ji Ke Kebabs Corner, Gama Pahalwan Tawa Counter, Dara Singh Dhaba, Punjab Di Hatti, and Shankar Mithai Ki    Dukaan. • Street Food Stalls: Enjoy regional variations and street food favorites, including specialties from Gurdaas Ram Jalebi Wala and many more. Event Details: • Dates: 7th – 15th September 2024 • Time: 7 PM – 11 PM • Price: ₹2999 plus taxes Shuvendu Banerjee, General Manager of Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla, “This festival is a tribute to the rich culinary heritage of North Indian Dhaba culture. We are excited to offer our guests an authentic and immersive dining experience, complete with the flavors and spirit of traditional roadside eateries.” For reservations and inquiries, please contact +91 95829 44897.

Neil Patil, Founder & Director, Veena World, bagged the ‘Face of the Future’ Award at the India Travel Awards for being a multi-talented podcast host, inspiring a new generation of explorers! “Travel industry is still at a nascent stage in India and there is a lot to explore and a lot more to achieve for companies such as ours and the new entrants in this field,” he said at the awards.

“IHCL will invest ₹20 crore over the next three years to support international travel trade events and promote inbound tourism. This includes hosting events such as cocktail evenings at major international exhibitions to attract global visitors to India,” said Puneet Chhatwal,  CEO, IHCL”

Ministry of Tourism is aiming to create a tourism assets bank, a new initiative that maps India’s tangible and intangible attractions. From Hyderabad’s biryani to the beaches of Goa, the project will categorise what makes each destination special. V Vidyavathi, Secretary, MOT, said, “The aim is to develop tourism products that resonate deeply with travellers, offering them more personalised and experiential journeys.”

The Swiss experience starts onboard Swiss International Air Lines where travellers can enjoy their holiday booked by their travel agent via TourFox. Attend all webinars for a chance to win a trip to Switzerland in 2025! For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532.

M/s Sankalp Recreation Private Limited, a leading hospitality and restaurants company based out of Ahmedabad, today announced the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium Motera in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts which is the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,200 hotels over more than 95 countries. Being adjacent to the world’s largest cricket stadium by capacity ‘Narendra Modi Stadium’, the hotel is upgraded to Ramada’s brand standards and is a popular choice for sports enthusiasts in addition to corporate and leisure clientele. The hotel has 55 contemporary spacious rooms and a host of amenities, including an all-day dining restaurant, tea lounge, health club, spa, swimming pool, banquet hall, meeting rooms and a business centre. The hotel also provides access to premier sports facilities like an Olympic-size pool, gym, tennis courts, squash courts, and jogging track in addition to various indoor activities. The hotel is conveniently located just six kilometers from Sardar Vallabhai International Airport and a short walk from Motera Stadium metro station in Ahmedabad. Dimitris Manikis, President EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts said, “We are proud to open Ramada by Wyndham Ahmedabad Narendra Modi Stadium Motera in the vibrant city of Ahmedabad with trusted, long-standing partner M/s Sankalp Recreation Private Limited. This addition marks the second Ramada by Wyndham hotel in the city, under our world renowned midscale hotel brand and joins the Wyndham Advantage with access to innovative technology, our growing loyalty programme and more. With over 60 properties in incredible India, we look forward to welcoming guests to this impressive hotel and delivering memorable stays.” Mr. Kailash Ramavatar Goenka, CMD, M/s Sankalp Recreation Private Limited said, “We are delighted to announce …

Abhishek Goyal, Executive Director & CEO, Aeroprime Group, said, “Recognising the potential of modern technology, I established Aeroprime, with a focus on injecting innovation into world of airline management and GSA.” The award was collected by his team on his behalf.  

The IPO of Mach Conferences and Events was subscribed 196.70 times. Notably, retail investors demonstrated strong enthusiasm, with a subscription ratio of 136.49 times. The issue being oversubscribed 196.78 times, received bids for over 72.6 crore shares against 36.9 lakh shares offered for subscription. 

The 40th IATO Annual Convention scheduled to take place in 2025, will be hosted in Puri. Rajiv Mehra, President, IATO said, “The convention will take place at the new Swosti Hotel.” He revealed the availability of high-quality stays for the event, including Taj Puri and Mayfair hotels.