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The Latest Issue is Here! HotelTalk India’s March-April 2025 edition is now live! Featuring Puneet Dhawan on the art of luxury at Anantara, alongside expert insights from Greeesh Bindra on midscale growth in tier II cities and Rohit Arora on bespoke hospitality. Stay ahead in the hospitality industry—read the full edition now! https://lnkd.in/gstHykEZ Puneet Dhawan #HotelTalkIndia #HospitalityIndustry #LuxuryHotels #HotelManagement #HospitalityTrends #BusinessLeadership #TravelAndHospitality #LuxuryTravel #IndustryInsights #HoteliersLife

FHRAI to host Tourism Sustainability Summit 2025 on 26 March 2025 FHRAI in association with PHDCCI and HRANI will host Tourism Sustainability Summit 2025 on 26 March 2025 at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi. Centred around the theme, ‘Mainstreaming Sustainability in Tourism,’ the summit will welcome GS Shekhawat, MoT, GoI as Chief Guest & Keynote Speaker and Suman Billa, IAS; Additional Secretary, MoT, GoI as Guest of Honour & Speaker. Read More:- https://lnkd.in/gxExyBgM FHRAI #Tourism #Sustainability #FHRAI #TourismSummit #SustainableTourism #HospitalityIndustry #TravelIndustry #GreenTourism #EcoFriendlyTravel #SustainableDevelopment #PHDCCI #HRANI #LeMeridien #DelhiEvents #IndiaTourism #GovernmentOfIndia #TravelNews #TourismTrends #ResponsibleTourism #EventAlert

Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai’s iconic luxury hotel, is proud to announce key leadership appointments to enhance guest experiences, optimize operations, and drive innovation. Santosh Singh hotel has been promoted to Hotel Manager, bringing over 22 years of experience in hospitality, ITES, retail, and FMCG. His expertise in strategic planning and business expansion will elevate operations and guest satisfaction. Vikram Prakash Bhardwaj joins as Head of Revenue, Strategy & Growth. With nearly two decades in revenue management and AI-driven business intelligence, he will drive profitability, digital transformation, and guest loyalty programs. Chef Rajani Ranjan Rashmi, with 23 years in hospitality, steps up as Corporate Chef for Sahara Star & Aamby Valley City. Having worked with Oberoi, Marriott, and Hyatt, he will lead culinary innovation and redefine dining experiences. Deepali Pinheiro has been promoted to Rooms Division Manager. With experience at The Lalit, Western Hotel Abu Dhabi, and Ramee Group, she will ensure seamless service and operational efficiency. Karishma Raghuvanshi is now Head of Training & Development, Recruitment & Business Head, A-Star Academy. She will shape hospitality education and nurture top talent for the future. “The strength of a great hotel lies in its people. Our new leadership team brings expertise and fresh perspectives, setting new benchmarks in hospitality,” said Salil Fadnis, General Manager, Sahara Star. With this dynamic team, Sahara Star continues to redefine luxury hospitality in Mumbai. Hotel Sahara Star , Aamby Valley City #SaharaStar #LuxuryRedefined #LeadershipExcellence #HospitalityInnovation #GuestExperience #MumbaiHotels

Occupancy in organized sector at 68%, ARRs at US $100 Sunny Sodhi, MD, FCM Travel India asserts, “Indian corporate earnings are strong, and there is a growing demand for face-to-face meetings. Hotel occupancies in the organised sector are at record levels, reaching almost 68 per cent with Average Room Rates (ARRs) hitting US$100. This positivity is largely driven by strong economic growth and performance across most industries.” He further added “Domestic capacity has increased by nearly 13 per cent compared to pre-pandemic, a significant change from the past year.” Read More:- https://lnkd.in/dDvYKyru FCM Travel India GBTA | Global Business Travel Association #Hospitality #TravelIndustry #HotelOccupancy #BusinessTravel #CorporateTravel #HotelRates #ARR #TourismGrowth #FCMTravel #IndianEconomy #MeetingsAndEvents #TravelTrends #HotelBusiness #RevenueGrowth #DomesticTravel

HPMF, TCA partner to strengthen biz in tea & coffee sector Hospitality Purchasing Managers’ Forum (HPMF) and the Tea & Coffee Association of India (TCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at enhancing procurement excellence and expanding knowledge about tea and coffee in the hospitality industry. Read More:- https://lnkd.in/dMmvYhuZ HPMF #Hospitality #TeaLovers #CoffeeTime #BusinessGrowth #Procurement #HPMF #TCA #TeaIndustry #CoffeeIndustry #MoU #HospitalityIndustry #SupplyChain #F&B #HotelBusiness #TeaAndCoffee #BeverageIndustry

‘Infra status should cover entire sector, support nationwide growth’ Mandeep S Lamba, President, South Asia, HVS, emphasised on the need for infra status for the industry, saying, “Infra status is crucial for the industry as it enables long-term financing. Currently, payback periods are restricted to 10 to 12 years, whereas the industry needs 25 to 30 years.” Infrastructure classification can lower borrowing costs, driving growth. The demand for hotel rooms will rise sharply, especially if foreign tourist arrivals reach 50 to 100 million by 2047. Read More:- https://lnkd.in/gNjrrirR #Hospitality #Tourism #Infrastructure #HotelIndustry #ForeignTourism #EconomicGrowth #TravelIndustry #HotelDevelopment #Investment #BusinessGrowth

Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore Appoints Elisha D'souza as The New Revenue Manager Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore has appointed Elisha Dsouza as its new Revenue Manager. With experience from Marriott International, Elisha specializes in revenue analysis, pricing strategies, and market forecasting. He aims to implement innovative revenue strategies to enhance profitability and guest experiences. General Manager Varun Mohan expressed confidence in Elisha’s expertise, emphasizing his role in driving the hotel’s growth. This appointment highlights the hotel's commitment to excellence and market leadership in Bangalore’s hospitality sector. Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore #HyattCentric #BangaloreHotels #HospitalityIndustry #RevenueManagement #HotelManagement #HyattHotels #HotelRevenue #LuxuryHotels #HotelBusiness #TravelIndustry #RevenueStrategy #HospitalityLeadership #HotelNews #BangaloreTravel #HotelMarketing

Country Inn Premier unveils in Amritsar Espire Hospitality Group announced the opening of Country Inn Premier, Amritsar, an upscale hotel offering a seamless blend of modern comfort and timeless tradition. With prime location on the Grand Trunk Road, the hotel places you at the heart of the city to experience the best of everything that the golden city offers Read More:- https://lnkd.in/gtaFKi5p Country Inn Hotels & Resorts #CountryInnPremier #EspireHospitality #AmritsarHotels #LuxuryStay #HotelOpening #GoldenCity #TravelPunjab #GrandTrunkRoad #HospitalityIndustry #BusinessTravel #Staycation #ExploreAmritsar #IndiaHotels #UpscaleHotels #VisitPunjab

As vibrant hues fill the air, HotelTalk wishes you a Holi filled with the joy of hospitality and unforgettable stays. Let the colors of celebration paint your experiences with warmth and cheer. #HoliHospitality?#ColorfulStays?#HotelTalkIndiaCelebrates?#FestiveGetaways?#HospitalityJoys?#JoyfulHoli?#VibrantHospitality?#WarmWelcomes?#CelebrationInHotels?#ColorfulExperiences

Andheri, Mumbai welcomes Click Hotel MIDC Suba Group extended its territory in Mumbai’s Andheri with the opening of Click Hotel MIDC. This is the fourth Click Hotels property of the city and is located in business district of Andheri MIDC, making it an ideal location for the brand’s mid segment offering. Read More:- https://lnkd.in/gxDbigVh #ClickHotelMIDC #SubaGroup #ClickHotels #MumbaiHotels #AndheriMumbai #BusinessHotel #MIDCMumbai #HotelOpening #LuxuryStay #TravelMumbai #MumbaiDiaries #HotelLife #HospitalityIndustry #BusinessTravel #Staycation