Rajeev Rawat named Director of Ops at Hyderabad Marriott Convention Centre & Courtyard by Marriott
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre and Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad have announced the appointment of Rajeev Rawat as Director of Operations, bringing to the two properties a wealth of experience across leading global hospitality brands, including Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt...
Marriott & Himalayan Bliss Spa & Resorts to launch Le Méridien in Rishikesh
Marriott International Inc. announced a signed agreement with Himalayan Bliss Spa & Resorts to introduce Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts to the spiritual banks of Rishikesh with Le Méridien Rishikesh Resort & Spa, slated to open in Q4 of 2028.
Goa’s Manohar International Airport welcomes first charter flight from Almaty
Manohar International Airport (Mopa) welcomed its first charter flight from Almaty, Kazakhstan, for the Winter 2026–27 season on October 26, with 177 passengers arriving in Goa. The arrival marks an important milestone in the seasonal charter operations at Mopa, as Goa gears up for the winter tourism season with international charter flights bringing visitors from key overseas markets...
Radisson boosts Karnataka presence with 78-key Purple Palms Resort & Spa, Coorg
Radisson Hotel Group expands its presence across high-potential leisure destinations in India with the opening of Purple Palms Resort & Spa Coorg, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier. The 78-room resort marks the Group’s entry into Coorg, and aims to cater to growing demand for nature-led escapes, coffee and experiential tourism, weddings, social celebrations and MICE experiences.
MakeMyTrip reports 20.9% gross booking surge to USD 2.7 bn in Q2 FY27
MakeMyTrip reported a 20.9% year-on-year increase in gross bookings to USD 2.72 billion in the second quarter of FY27, ended September 30, 2026, despite a challenging macroeconomic environment. Revenue under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) rose 11.2% year-on-year to USD 235.2 million, according to the company’s unaudited financial results...
Hyatt unveils 69-key Thompson Rome
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Thompson Rome, a 69-room hotel owned and operated by AG Group s.r.l. and Rossifin Group, marking the Thompson Hotels brand’s debut in Italy. The hotel offers 69 guestrooms. With 19 suites, nearly one-third of the hotel’s accommodation offering, guests can choose from Junior Suites, Suites with patios or terraces, and the 104-square-metre...
ATOAI to host 18th Annual Convention in Jim Corbett from December 13-16
The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board proudly announces its 18th Annual Adventure Convention, scheduled to take place in Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand from December 13 to 16, 2026.
Akasa Air, Adani Airports to transfer Mumbai–Jeddah operations to NMIA
Akasa Air and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) announced phased transition of Akasa Air’s Mumbai–Jeddah operations from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), supporting the development of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region’s dual-airport system...
India’s tourism bottleneck is supply, not visas, says Tourism Minister Shekhawat
According to figures cited by Shekhawat, domestic tourism is growing at 11%, compared with 3.2% growth in international arrivals, a disparity that raises questions about India’s ability to convert its growing visibility and expanding travel market into a larger share of global tourism.
Qatar Airways, WestJet launch codeshare partnership to expand Canadian connectivity
Qatar Airways has announced its latest codeshare partnership with WestJet. The national carrier of Qatar will add its (QR) code onto WestJet’s flights across Canada, providing passengers greater options and seamless connectivity to new markets across Canada. Qatar Airways passengers will now be able to connect through Toronto (YYZ) and Montreal (YUL) to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton...
