BGF’s investment will support the next phase of growth for the business, including further investment in technology, data and customer experience capabilities, alongside operational efficiencies and further international expansion. BGF’s investment also supports its wider GBP 300 million commitment to backing female-powered businesses across the UK and Ireland.

Antara Cruises has appointed hospitality industry veteran Vikram Mishra as its Business Development Manager, marking a strategic move to accelerate the company’s growth trajectory in India's evolving cruise tourism sector. With over 15 years of robust experience spanning hospitality sales, regional business development, MICE, weddings, inbound agencies, corporate accounts, and travel...

Strengthening its presence in Gujarat, Kamat Hotels India Limited (KHIL) has launched IRA by Orchid Hotels in Bhavnagar, introducing a contemporary hospitality experience tailored for both business and leisure travellers and adding a new dimension to the city's evolving hospitality landscape.

SaffronStays has raised USD 3.5 million in growth capital in a funding round led by Infinity Ventures. The capital is aimed to support SaffronStays' next phase of growth, including expansion across existing and emerging leisure destinations, investments in technology and product innovation, enhancement of guest experiences, and continued growth of its premium portfolio of managed homes across Indi

The Lux Collective, luxury hospitality operator, makes its debut in Rwanda with the launch of LUX Lake Kivu and SALT of Akagera, the first two properties within the Group’s five-resort Rwanda Tourism Circuit. Set across the country’s most iconic destinations, the openings introduce the internationally acclaimed LUX and SALT brands - ushering in a new era of luxury hospitality shaped by...

The Department of Tourism, Government of Telangana, has stepped up efforts to engage young people in tourism awareness and heritage conservation through the Yuva Tourism Clubs and Telangana Darshini programmes.

For operational reasons, SWISS is extending the suspension of its flights to and from Dubai up to and including October 24, 2026. At the same time, the airline will continue its expanded flight offering between Zurich and Delhi until the end of the 2026 summer timetable on October 24, 2026. In addition to the regular daily service, a second daily flight operated with an Airbus A330 will...

The first-ever Sindhu Kumbh, held alongside the 30th Sindhu Darshan Yatra, began in Leh on Tuesday amid religious fervour and cultural celebrations, with Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena describing the event as a catalyst for eco-spiritual tourism, economic growth and Ladakh's emergence as a global destination of peace and spirituality.

Marriott International announced the signing of a strategic agreement with CG Hospitality Global to introduce Series by Marriott to Greater China. CG Hospitality Global will work closely with Marriott to expand the brand’s presence across the market, with plans to jointly develop approximately 100 Series by Marriott hotels in Greater China over the next 10 years, with the first four hotels...

Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has announced the appointment of Girish Divekar as Director of Sales & Marketing. Marking a significant homecoming, Divekar returns to the hotel where he first joined as Associate Director of Sales in 2017 and later served as Director of Sales until 2022. Bringing more than 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Divekar has...