IndiGo, Accor bring flights and hotel stays closer with reciprocal loyalty tie-up
ALL Accor, the booking platform and loyalty program of the hotel brand and IndiGo BluChip, the airline’s expanding loyalty program have come together as one of the significant loyalty collaborations between the hospitality and aviation sectors in India.
Global Hotel Alliance records USD 858 mn revenue in Q2 2026
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has announced double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in Q2, supporting positive momentum in H1 2026. Total revenue reached USD 858 million, representing an 11% increase in Q2 2026 compared to the same period last year, while total revenue in H1 from the alliance's portfolio increased by 17% year-on-year to USD 1.8 billion, reflecting sustained...
ITC Hotels signs 117-key Welcomhotel Dehradun Selaqui
The upcoming Welcomhotel will feature 117 guest rooms and suites, alongside a range of dining experiences including an all-day dining restaurant, a rooftop speciality restaurant and a lounge bar. Designed to cater to both business and social occasions, the hotel will also offer more than 20,000 sq. ft. of indoor banqueting space complemented by approximately 25,000 sq. ft. of landscaped outdoor la
IHCL unveils 155-key Vivanta Gurugram
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the opening of Vivanta Gurugram in Sector 95A. Strategically located, the154-key hotel offers a range of dining experiences including Mynt, the all-day diner serving global cuisine alongside local favourites; Wink, the rooftop bar offering panoramic views of the city paired with crafted cocktails; and Tease, a poolside lounge designed for relaxed...
Marriott Hotels, Mauritius appoints Patrick Lan as VP of Sales & Marketing
The Marriott Hotels in Mauritius announced the appointment of new Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Patrick Lan. Lan brings over 20 years of international experience in the tourism and hospitality industry, with expertise spanning commercial strategy, sales, marketing, revenue management and hotel operations across luxury and upscale resorts. Throughout his career, Lan has held senior...
Golden period ahead for India’s hospitality sector, but inbound reforms remain crucial: Radisson
Nikhil Sharma, MD & COO, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group sees Tier II and III markets, spiritual tourism and improved infrastructure driving the next wave of growth, while he also urges for easier visas, stronger destination marketing and better last-mile connectivity to unlock India's tourism potential. Notably, the group plans to open 20 hotels this calendar year.
Centara to launch 481-key property in Vietnam
Centara Hotels & Resorts unveiled the first details of Centara Hotel & Residences Van Don, Vietnam, a new bayfront destination set to open in Q4 2026. Marking the group’s second property in Vietnam. Set within the Ao Tien High-Class Port and Tourism Urban Area, the property aims to cater to leisure and business travellers. Designed for couples, families, groups, and extended stays, the...
W Goa appoints Girdhar Jangid as Director of Finance
Jangid began his career with a chartered accountancy firm before transitioning into hospitality, where he steadily built expertise in strategic financial planning.
IHCL signs 20 hotels for Q1 FY2027; eyes 700-hotel roadmap for 2030
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) continues its growth momentum with the signing of 20 hotels in the first quarter of FY2027 reaching a portfolio of 645 hotels with an industry leading pipeline of 263 hotels. In the quarter, the company also opened 11 new hotels across its brandscape. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President - Real Estate & Development, IHCL said, “With a focus on our growth...
Ensana Hotels debuts in Georgia with 154 keys
With the opening of its first property in Georgia, the Ensana Hotels aims to continue its expansion strategy. The new 4-star hotel Ensana Sairme South with 154 rooms is now open to guests in Sairme. With its market entry in Georgia, the property is aimed at travellers who wish to combine health and preventive care offerings with the nature of western Georgia.
