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POWER & PANACHE

It was that time of the year when the Grand Jury met to score, assess and decide the winners for the Hotelier India Awards 2023 to be held in December.

"WE CALL OUR COLLEAGUES HEARTISTS, AKIN TO ARTISTS WHO POUR THEIR HEARTS INTO THEIR CRAFT!"

Manish Dayya, General Manager, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, in a candid chat with Hotelier India on his passion for hospitality and vision for his brand...

WHEN HOSPITALITY MET DESIGN

The Global Design Confluence 2023, Powered by Jaquar, a joint initiative by Marriott International and Hotelier India, was a resounding success!

"CULINARY TOURISM IS HUGE!"

...Says Chef Vicky Ratnani on the new trend in cuisine. Hotelier India in a candid interview with the cooking maestro.

SLEEP LIKE A BABY

Hoteliers are consciously working on 'Sleep Solutions' as an offering to make sure that guests have a good night of sleep.

CRUISE CONTROL

As India's oceans and rivers are becoming a preferred mode of transport, the cruise industry is finally taking off in a big way in the country.

"FROM THE DAY I JOINED THE INDUSTRY TODAY, I'VE TILL NEVER HAD TO WORK A DAY!"

Rajeev Menon, President, APEC (Asia Pacific excluding China), Marriott International, gets candid about his love for what he does, the India growth story of Marriott, and more...

"WE ACTIVELY LISTEN, RESPOND PROMPTLY AND ADDRESS CONCERNS EMPATHETICALLY!"

Abhishek Sadhoo, General Manager of Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, talks to Hotelier India about what triggered his career choice, his hospitality journey so far and his vision for his hotel.

"MY VISION IS FOR THE HOTEL TO STAND AS A CHERISHED DESTINATION WITHIN THE CITY!"

...Says Ashwni Kumar Goela, Area General Manager, Delhi NCR, Radisson Hotel Group, South Asia & General Manager, Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport, on his goal for his brand.

Technology Checklist

...For a successful hotel group business. Sivaprasad Gangadharan, Chief Sales Officer, Hotelogix, shows us how to strategize one.

PRESENTING THE 2023 POWER LIST

If there's one thing that marks the Indian hospitality industry today, it is its very strong spirit of resilience - one which has helped it bounce back fiercer than ever before.

"I LEARNED MORE FROM MY TEAM THAN THEY DID FROM ME; THEY WERE THE CATALYSTS FOR MY SUCCESS!"

A revered hotelier, an outstanding coach, an exceptional consultant and now an amazing author. Rattan Keswani tells us all about his new avatar as a writer of his autobiography 'Check In Never Check Out'.

On Cloud Nine

Why the cloud is a game changer for the Indian hotel industry?

Smart Homes: A future concept of Present Living

In today's fast-paced society, technological advancements have provided solutions to simplify daily tasks and make life more convenient.

A GRAND AFFAIR

A sneak peek at the splendid design of The Zen Ladakh, a five-star hotel, designed by LA Murthy (Principal Architect & Founding Partner) and Amit Murao (Principal Architect & Partner) of Aashray Design Consultants, New Delhi

MICE IS NICE

Hoteliers are betting big on MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions). MICE is becoming a big revenue driver in hotels.

THE GLAMOUR OF GLAMPING

A luxury camping experience that adds the glamour element, glamping is gaining traction in the hospitality space.

HOME AWAY FROM HOME

The recently opened Marriott Executive Apartments Navi Mumbai reflects how urban residential luxury can meet natural tranquillity - to keep your heart closer to home!

GENERATION Z AND THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Dr Bhuvan G M, Principal, Apeejay Institute of Hospitality, Navi Mumbai, addresses the issue of bridging the gap for talent attraction.

ENLIGHTENING & ENERGIZING

The GM Summit: Northern Region Powered by Grohe was an unmatched success!

BUILDING A ROBUST 'ATMOSPHERE'

The success story of Souvagya Mohapatra, Managing Director for India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka, Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, is hugely inspiring.

"CENTRAL TO OUR MISSION IS THE DELIVERY OF EXPERIENCES THAT TRANSCEND THE ORDINARY!"

...Says Shyam Kumar, General Manager, DoubleTree By Hilton Agra, on his vision for his hotel.

INNOVATION IN AMENITIES

Vishal Tony, Founder & Managing Director of Ayatana Hospitality, talks about embracing sustainability and personalization of amenities in luxury hospitality.

LIGHT RIGHT

Ankur Mehta, Founder and Chairman, Crescent Lighting, cues us on the role of smart lighting in the hotel industry.

SMART GYMS

...Are creating waves in the hospitality industry. Esteemed hoteliers and architects cue us in on what's trending.

ICT IN HOSPITALITY

Hoteliers are increasingly using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as a tool to increase efficiency and enhance customer service.

FOOD TECH

The food and beverage business of hospitality has got a technology boost, especially post the pandemic, which is giving a fillip to revenues.

SERVE WITH SMILE

Want to start a career in hospitality management? Dr Sachin Gupta, Chancellor of Sanskriti University, shows you how...

"TOGETHER, WE ARE STRONGER!"

...Says Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Jaipur, about his work mantras. Read on, to know more about the seasoned and dynamic hotelier.

SHINE ON!

India holding the G20 Presidency has only created a brighter and more beautiful path for the Indian hospitality industry.