Miiro, the lifestyle hotel brand from InterGlobe Enterprises, has announced the opening of Miiro Spittelberg in Vienna, a new addition to its growing European portfolio. This opening marks Miiro’s second hotel in Vienna and its sixth launch since the brand’s debut in 2024. Miiro Spittelberg features 132 guestrooms and suites, blending warm neutrals with bold accents, natural textures...

Courtyard by Marriott announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati. This will be the first Courtyard by Marriott in Andhra Pradesh. Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President – South Asia, Marriott International commented, said “Tirupati is one of the country’s most prominent spiritual destinations, drawing significant year-round footfall, and establishing a presence here is a...

The First Group Hospitality and MIDROC Investment Group have signed a master agreement to develop and operate 10 properties across Ethiopia, marking a significant growth of internationally branded hospitality assets in the East African country. The agreement was formalised during the Future Hospitality Summit Africa in Nairobi...

Crown & Champa Resorts has announced the appointment of Think Strawberries as its official representative in India, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening its presence in one of its most important and rapidly growing source markets. Through this strategic partnership, the renowned Maldivian hospitality group aims to further engage with the Indian travel trade, media, and consumers to...

Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) announced the signing of a new upscale property in Mundra, Gujarat. The upcoming Regenta Hotel, Mundra will be operated under a hotel management agreement, reinforcing ROHL’s asset-light expansion strategy and strengthening its presence in key industrial and port cities across India...

Developed in partnership with Classic View Resort LTD, the upscale property further reinforces the growing portfolio of Louvre Hotels Group in the region and strengthens the premium Royal Tulip brand presence in Nepal. With this opening, Sarovar Hotels now operates four hotels in Nepal.

Director General, Willie Walsh said that with tight capacity and thin margins, air fares are already rising, and the capacity deployment is also adjusting, particularly for traffic to, from, or through the Middle East, or in areas where fuel supply is an issue. Capacity growth scheduled for March, has eased to 3.3% from earlier predictions of over 5%.

Stakeholders have acknowledged the gravity of the crisis has particularly hit the small and mid-sized segment. For hotels and restaurants, the disruption has had a direct impact on daily operations, margins, and guest experience. Beyond availability affecting somewhat 40% of hotel businesses regionally, the fluctuating LPG prices are intensifying operational challenges too. T3’s exclusive...

SriLankan Airlines is witnessing strong momentum from the Indian market, driven by rising outbound demand, evolving traveller preferences and a competitive edge, according to Fawzan Fareid, Regional Manager, India, Bangladesh & Nepal, speaking exclusively to T3.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) recently celebrated the christening and debut of the Norwegian Luna in Miami, marking the newest ship to sail the Caribbean with round-trip cruises scheduled through April 2027. The Norwegian Luna is positioned to be a key asset for travel advisors, featuring itineraries that maximize guest experience by visiting both of private resort-style...