The Karnataka government is set to unveil its first-ever Coastal Tourism Policy, a strategic framework developed independently of the state's general tourism policy. Tourism Minister KJ George, who recently chaired a high-level stakeholder consultative meeting alongside Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, confirmed that the policy is slated for a cabinet debut in Mangaluru following a final review...

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a Gateway Hotel and Convention Centre in Kanamangala, Devanahalli, near Bengaluru Airport, Karnataka. This is a greenfield project. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “With the rapid expansion around the airport, North Bengaluru has emerged as a significant growth corridor, and this signing...

Lords Hotels & Resorts announced the upcoming opening of two resorts, Lords Riverside Resort, Muduba and Lords Sahyadri Resort, Sagara, in Shivamogga, Karnataka. The new properties are designed to offer travellers a peaceful escape and a deeper connection with their natural surroundings. Set against the Western Ghats, the properties seamlessly blends modern comfort enriched by traditional culture.

A total of 42 stakeholders from Karnataka will be actively participating in the B2B sessions, engaging with travel trade counterparts in each city. The anticipated buyer turnout is 150 in Coimbatore, 200 in Cochin, 120 in Madurai, and 100 in Salem.

The event aims to connect the travel trade and holiday seekers with a range of exciting travel options from across India and abroad.

Citadines Udupi will be a premium serviced residence with 104 keys. This marks Ascott’s fourth property in Karnataka and underscores its strategy to scale up in India’s high-growth lodging market.