Yas Island chosen as home for Sphere Abu Dhabi, set to open by 2029
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) announced that Yas Island has been selected as the location for Sphere Abu Dhabi, a landmark project with a construction phase cost of USD 1.7 billion. The venue is expected to attract tourists from around the world, boost economic diversification, and strengthen Abu Dhabi's sense of...
IHG unveils 88-keys voco Darwin Suites in Northern Territory
voco Darwin Suites has officially opened its doors in the heart of the city centre, bringing IHG Hotels & Resorts' fast-growing premium brand to the Northern Territory for the first time. The new-build hotel also marks the debut of a voco Suites product in Australia, with one- and two-bedroom suites. Located on 87 Mitchell Street, the hotel offers 88 suites. All suites feature a kitchen or...
VFS Global Foundation opens skills training centre in Mumbai
The initiative said to support students from underserved communities by strengthening employability and enabling long-term progress for their families. The first batch will include 30 students, who have already been enrolled. The course has been structured by VFS Global Academy, the Foundation’s knowledge partner.
IndiGo announces partnership with Single.id
IndiGo announced a partnership with Single.id to enable IndiGo BluChip members to earn rewards in a simpler, faster way on their everyday spends across brands. Through this integration, customers can link their debit or credit cards on the IndiGo Single.id Portal and start earning IndiGo BluChips automatically when they shop across a wide network of high consumption categories like fuel...
Cabinet approves railways INR 20,700 Cr Ahmedabad-Dholera semi high-speed double line project
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Ahmedabad (Sarkhej) – Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Line project of Ministry of Railways with total cost of INR 20,667 crore (approx.). It will be Indian Railways first semi high-speed project, planned with indigenously developed technology..
Eco Hotels & Resorts signs strategic partnership with My Travel Bazaar
Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited announces a strategic partnership with My Travel Bazaar, with an aim to enhance its offerings through an integrated platform for airline booking, hotel reservations, railway ticketing, and end-to-end hospitality and travel experiences. This collaboration aims to expand reach and service capabilities in the B2B segment.
Kerzner International expands into the French Alps with One&Only Courchevel
Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”) announces One&Only in Courchevel, the brand’s first resort in the French Alps. Set to welcome its first guests in 2030 within the legendary Courchevel 1850, One&Only will bring its approach to ultra-luxury hospitality and aims to redefine the experience of elevated alpine living through a collection of branded residences.
SWISS plans to resume flights to-from Tel Avia in July; extends suspension flights to-from Dubai
SWISS has announced that it is planning to resume its flights to and from Tel Aviv as of July 1, 2026. Until then, the airline will undertake all necessary operational preparations to be able to resume this connection. The airline is also in exchange with its social partners on this matter. The airline is also extending the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai up to and...
Cabinet approves PPP-led modernisation of Nagpur Airport to handle 30 Mn passengers annually
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the extension of lease period of the Airports Authority of India (AAI)’s land leased to MIL (MIHAN India Limited) beyond August 06, 2039, so as to enable MIL to license Nagpur Airport to the Concessionaire, viz. GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (GNIAL) for 30 years since commercial operation date.
Raffles Hotels set to debut Alpine Resort in Courchevel 1850
Raffles Hotels & Resorts, a luxury hotel brand of Accor, announced plans for its first-ever alpine resort, located in Courchevel 1850. In collaboration with Art de Vivre as developer and owner, the resort is slated to open for the 2028 winter season and will deliver a refined, intimate slopeside retreat within the exclusive Jardin Alpin precinct. “The introduction of Raffles Courchevel...
