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Embracing the Future

Five key hospitality trends to watch out for in 2025.

So, What's the New Year Plan?

As hoteliers come up with enticing packages for the year-end, here is how you can welcome the New Year in style.

"Targeting a total investment of ₹1,000 crore!"

Amrita Gupta, Chief Interior Designer & Director, Manglam group, sheds light on the group's new hospitality project in Jaipur, expansion plans and future growth targets.

Why luxury hospitality is rising in India's Tier-2 and 3 cities?

Analysing the current landscape, the factors driving growth, and the emerging trends shaping the luxury hospitality sector.

50 in 5

Vikramjit Singh, Chairman & Managing Director, Alivaa Hotels & Resorts, targets 50 properties in five years, aiming to revolutionise India's mid-market hospitality.

"The vision is to be a worldrenowned luxury destination"

Radhika Tata, General Manager, Grand Mercure Mysore, discusses the allure of the Accor property with the city's largest room inventory and prime location in culturally-rich Mysore.

A Match Made in India

Director General of Tourism Mugdha Sinha's grand vision for wedding tourism...

Tee Off in Style

Hoteliers are giving golfing facilities a boost even as they offer putting greens that make the sport popular.

Blending Tradition with Innovation

The balance of honouring tradition while adding a dash of modern flair is what keeps the culinary scene fresh and exciting...

Putting the Wow into Weddings

As hotels become the preferred venue choices for weddings, the industry is certainly shaking things up.

Innovation Is Not an Option but a Necessity

Emphasizing the need for the Indian hospitality sector to innovate and disrupt itself in the current transformative period.

Why Marriott built its GCC in India?

Drew Pinto, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue & Technology Officer of Marriott International, tells Hotelier India all about finding the best talent in India...

FROM POTENTIAL TO POWERHOUSE

In an exclusive and candid interview with Hotelier India, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, India's Minister of Culture and Tourism, speaks about how tourism and hospitality will power India's economy by 2047.

"Address Guest Complaints Directly and with Sincerity"

Ronan Fearon - General Manager, JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa, recommends open communication and genuine connections to enhance the guest experience.

Toxicity Derailing You?

A young lady employee in Pune apparently died due to work stress. This elicited a severe backlash. Platforms are abuzz with the urban educated venting about exploitative practices, dealing with stress and a toxic work culture. Looking at this trending topic from a different angle.

The Future of Dining

Here's how to position your restaurant for long-term success.

From Smart Showers to Self-Cleaning Toilets

Innovations in hotel bath fittings are here to Stay...

The Celebrity Chef Connection

Hotels are shaking and stirring up their food and beverage offerings by having celebrity chefs showcase their repertoire to serve guests new experiences.

Sleep Like A Baby

As sleep tourism gains ground, the hospitality industry is all set to ensure that guests can make the most of the movement.

Cyber Security in Hospitality

Here's how to protect your guests from digital intruders.

From Maldives to India

Stéphane Laguette, Chief Commercial Officer, Atmosphere Core, on his company's next big move: India.

"Fostering meaningful relationships is crucial"

General Manager, Conrad Bengaluru, Digvijay Singh on his management mantras, challenges as a hotel GM, advice to aspiring GMs and more...

"India is my first baby!"

Bader Ali Habib, Regional Head of Proximity Markets, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, gets candid.

The Essence of Landscape Architecture

Innovative landscaping can enhance the luxury hospitality experience by enriching guest interaction with the natural world.

"Luxury is about exceeding expectations and making guests feel truly valued"

Abhishek Sahai, General Manager of Conrad Pune, shares insights into the strategies he adopts to ensure guests keep coming back...

The Bleisure Bloom

What's shaping the future of business and leisure travel?

Art Attack

Asilo, the rooftop lounge bar at The Westin Pune, is a beautiful oasis in the city.

"The Ambanis specified a preference for eco-friendly accommodation!"

Bhavik Sheth, COO of Evoke Experiences, shares what went behind creating the most luxurious and eclectic tents in the grandest pre-wed festivities of the year...

Three to TANGO

From an Unlikely to an Unstoppable partnership, chronicling the success story of Hotelivate.

Restroom Rendezvous

Ajay Khurana, MD, Formica India, talks about the bold and beautiful designs that make a splash in hotel bathrooms.