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Luxury hospitality bounced back from the middle of second quarter of 2021, and occupancy rates gradually increased. However, overall spending on hospitality stayed below pre-pandemic levels due to continued restrictions on international travel. The market reached €79 billion, up 20 to 22 per cent at current exchange rates from 2020, but still down 58 to 62 percent from 2019. Hotel chains outpaced independents, powered by their greater adaptability to shifting consumer needs.

Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO, Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has claimed that they are bringing out new hotels almost every day. He informs, “We just signed a contract for another Taj Wellington Mews. We signed another property in a resort in India. We are very much on track to deliver one hotel a month, which can also become 1.5 or 1.3 hotel a month, owing to the lockdown or construction bans because of pollution.”

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.

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.”

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.

Shilendra Mohanachandran, VP-Sales, CGH Earth, has shared that by 26th December, 2021, they will have a new hotel opening in Havelock on Andaman, called Tilar Siro. “It’s a 25-room hotel, which has 16 villas. It’s a new area for us  and an upcoming destination amongst Indians, as well as inbound,” he added.

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 …

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.

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.

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.”