Acclaimed hospitality company, Atmosphere Core, known for its successful journey in the Maldives with the launch of three distinct brands and nine resorts in just 11 years, has now set its sights on an ambitious new goal: '25 in 2025' for India. With their first Indian property slated to launch by the end of the year and 14 hotel signings already in place, the company has laid out a grand roadmap for its expansion in the country.
On his recent visit to India, we caught up with Stéphane Laguette, Chief Commercial Officer of Atmosphere Core. Easygoing and jovial, yet driven and ambitious, Laguette brings with him 30 years of expertise in the hospitality industry. He's not only excited about Atmosphere Core's entry into the Indian market but also enthusiastic about its rapid expansion.
In an insightful conversation, Laguette shared his thoughts on a range of topics, from the joy of seeing Indian travellers return to the Maldives, to the unique experiences his resorts offer, and his company's exciting plans for India.
Read on to discover more about his vision and what the future holds for Atmosphere Core in the Indian subcontinent.
STRENGTHENING OUTBOUND BUSINESS AND PARTNERSHIPS IN INDIA
One of the key focuses for us is nurturing our business relationships with our partners in India, particularly in the outbound business. This market is quite distinct from the domestic business or inbound traffic, and we have partners spread across major cities like Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, and even in Bengal.
Earlier this year, there were challenges that hindered the flow of Indian travellers to our Maldivian resorts. Misunderstandings occurred, but over time, discussions have led to the re-establishment of strong connections. A domestic event in the Maldives two weeks ago helped reinvigorate these relationships, and the Indian market is once again showing interest in travel to our resorts.
This story is from the October 2024 edition of Hotelier India.
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