Tourism
Accor Partners with Dangayach Group to develop lux...
December 19, 2024
Continuing the expansion of its footprint in India, French hospitality giant Accor has partnered with Dangayach Group to develop two new luxury hotels, Raffles Goa Shiroda and Fairmont Goa Shiroda in Goa. In a press statement, the hospitality group states that Raffles Goa Shiroda...
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Rise of sports bars: A new era of fan experiences ...
December 18, 2024
Imagine the thrill of watching your favourite team clinch a victory, surrounded by a crowd of passionate fans, all cheering together. The rush of excitement as your star player scores the winning goal, hits a six, or crosses the finish line by a fraction of a second, there is not...
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FICCI signs MoU with ONDC to drive digital transfo...
December 18, 2024
In a significant move to foster digital transformation in India’s travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed ...
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Thousands throng Saint Francis Xavier’s expositi...
December 14, 2024
The Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Saint Francis Xavier is a significant religious event and a long-standing practice for the Christian community, held once every decade in Goa. This year marks the 18th exposition, that is held at the Sé Catedral in Old Goa and lasts over si...
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Maharashtra tops with most UNESCO World Heritage S...
December 13, 2024
India, renowned for its rich cultural and architectural heritage, is home to 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites stand as testaments to the country’s vast and diverse history, shaped by centuries of dynamic rulers, colonial influences, and a blend of varied cultural tra...
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Popular Christmas delights across India
December 12, 2024
With less than two weeks left until Christmas, the festive season in India has begun to come alive with a rich array of culinary delights. From the misty hills of the Northeast to the coasts, Christmas dishes across the country reflect India’s diverse cultural tapestry. In Chri...
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Indian brands control 60 pc of midsegment branded ...
December 12, 2024
Despite facing fierce competition from global hotel chains, home-grown mid-segment hotel brands in India have showcased resilience and innovation, now controlling 60 pc of the country’s branded hotel rooms. Hotelogix, a cloud-based hospitality technology provider, has released ...
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Arunachal Pradesh top adventure destination in Ind...
December 11, 2024
A recent report has unveiled the top adventure travel destinations for 2025, as voted by industry experts and adventure enthusiasts. The list, released by Vaibhav Kala, Senior Vice President of Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) and Founder of Aquaterra Adventu...
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Taj CEO Puneet Chhatwal elected Chairman of FAITH
December 11, 2024
Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH), a policy platform for the tourism and hospitality sector, has a new Chairman as Puneet Chhatwal, Chief Executive Officer of the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), which runs the Taj Hotels Group, was elected...
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IHG to open Holiday Inn Express in Ayodhya
December 10, 2024
Leading hospitality company IHG Hotels & Resorts announced that it has signed a management agreement to develop a Holiday Inn Express hotel in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The upcoming hotel is scheduled to open by mid-2028. In a press statement, the hotel company states that the ...
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