Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world's largest and most dynamic hotel groups, today announced at the Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA) 2017, its successful growth strategy of increasing the company's presence in state capitals and key cities, forging new partnerships and strengthening its brand presence with Radisson RED and midscale brands, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inns & Suites.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Rameswaram, the first Hyatt Place hotel in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the fifth Hyatt Place hotel to open in India. Developed by JKR Enterprise Limited, the hotel offers guests a convenient base for pilgrimages and leisure travel in the southernmost tip of India.
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced the opening of W Goa, located on the internationally renowned Vagator Beach. Poised to redefine the Indian luxury hotel scene in the way that only W Hotels can, the highly anticipated debut marks the brand's 50th hotel worldwide, bringing the category disruptor one door closer to reaching 75 hotels by 2020.
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced the opening of W Goa, located on the internationally renowned Vagator Beach. Poised to redefine the Indian luxury hotel scene in the way that only W Hotels can, the highly anticipated debut marks the brand's 50th hotel worldwide, bringing the category disruptor one door closer to reaching 75 hotels by 2020.
The St. Regis Bali Resort and The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali, has appointed Rosalyn Sayswang as Director of Marketing Communications. In her new role, Rosalyn will be responsible for the development and implementation of marketing and communication strategies for both resorts reporting directly to Director of Sales & Marketing – Complex, Julie Jackson. A Thai national with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Rosalyn previously joined The St. Regis brand in 2010 as pre-opening Director, Marketing Communications of The St. Regis Bangkok.
The dependence on technology is slowly but surely becoming crucial in our personal and professional lives. The use of technology is critical for the service industry, especially the hospitality industry, which needs to be at the apex for this drastic change. The ability to garner leads through customer awareness and customer loyalty are imperative to any service organisation's arsenal.
Radisson Blu Atria Bengaluru opens today, in the capital of India's southern Karnataka state, Bengaluru, also known as, "The Garden City." An epicenter of economic activity and high-technology industry, the city is also renowned for its beautiful parks and dynamic nightlife. The newly opened Radisson Blu Atria Bengaluru, is set to introduce the brand's internationally renowned, Yes, I Can!SM service philosophy with sophisticated design and premier accommodation.
Radisson Blu Atria Bengaluru opens today, in the capital of India's southern Karnataka state, Bengaluru, also known as, "The Garden City." An epicenter of economic activity and high-technology industry, the city is also renowned for its beautiful parks and dynamic nightlife. The newly opened Radisson Blu Atria Bengaluru, is set to introduce the brand's internationally renowned, Yes, I Can!SM service philosophy with sophisticated design and premier accommodation.
SINGAPORE (March 8, 2017) – Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper-midscale hotel brand, today announced it will expand its partnership with lifestyle brand Beekman 1802 and bring the White Water Collection of bath amenities to its hotels in India."When we partnered with Beekman 1802 last year to bring the White Water Collection to our hotels in the Americas, we knew we found a like-minded partner," said Rose Anderson, vice president, Global Branding, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "The Beekman Boys are all about bringing a little unexpected luxury to everyday life. At Country Inns & Suites, we strive to do the same and are excited to continue to delight our guests and expand the availability of this exclusive amenity line to our hotels in India this year."
A recent addition to the Hyatt Regency Gurgaon organisation, Satish Kumar Sharma, has joined as Pastry Chef. He is a dynamic gourmet specialist, with an extraordinary contribution and exposure to the international properties. Mr Sharma had been making creative desserts for over two decades – each more spectacular than the other. Mr Sharma’s sweets speak volumes about the experience that he has amassed over the years.
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is pleased to announce that all hotels in the current portfolio globally will now be grouped under a single branded house identity: Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts Safaris.
In his most recent role as Senior Vice-President for AccorHotels, India, Jean-Michel has played a pivotal role in the Group’s success in India. Under his leadership, AccorHotels now has a 46 hotels presence in the country.
The survey, representing 1,517 hotels in various cities across different star categories in India, presents key statistics for the industry. It provides information about financial performance, marketing media usage patterns, guest segmentation, etc.
Zephyr – the MBD Steigenberger Hotel and Apartments in Bengaluru to open in the year 2020. Deutsche Hospitality is adding a further country to its hospitality portfolio. As announced in June 2016, the German company is approaching the Indian hotel market together with its Indian Joint Venture partner MBD Group. From the year 2020 on, guests will be able to relax in Bengaluru at the Zephyr – MBD Steigenberger Hotel and Apartments. Bengaluru is the third most populous city in India and is also called the "Silicon Valley of India" because of the growing importance of its IT industry.
G6 Hospitality, known for its iconic economy lodging brands, Motel 6, and Studio 6 in the U.S., Canada and Hotel 6, Estudio 6 in Latin America, announced today it is continuing its global portfolio expansion by signing an area development agreement with Auromatrix Holdings Pvt. Ltd (Auromatrix). This new partnership will introduce Motel 6, Studio 6 and Hotel 6 brands to India, marking G6 Hospitality's first foray into this market.
AccorHotels has appointed Madhu Joshi as Director of Marketing-India for AccorHotels India. She will be responsible for providing marketing leadership for AccorHotels’ growing portfolio of brands operating across the country. Joshi joined AccorHotels in 2009, joining Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre and Hyderabad International Convention Centre as a marketing and communications manager. After a brief stint outside the group, she returned in 2013 as director-national marketing and communications for Hotel Formule1, a position she held up until today’s appointment. In that role, she was responsible for launching the Hotel Formule1 brand in India and developing key initiatives to promote it PAN India, thereby helping it grow to its present network of nine hotels in India.Recognised for her outstanding skills and contribution, Joshi has been facilitated with numerous awards, including the coveted ‘Asian Customer Engagement Award 2015’ for ‘Best Engaging Brand Promotion’, ‘Most emerging brand in India’ and the ‘National Award for Excellence in Digital Marketing & Social Media – Best use of Social Media Marketing and Best Website’ for Hotel Formule1.
Louvre Hotels Group, 2nd largest hotel group in Europe, announces its acquisition of a majority stake in Sarovar Hotels, the largest independent Indian hotel chain in terms of hotels and presence. The European hotel group continues to rollout its international expansion plans with this, its first investment of size in the Indian subcontinent. India, with its fast-growing economy, its global tourism potential and a significant under-penetration of branded hotel rooms, represents a new opportunity and a strategic market of more than 1.2 billion inhabitants for the group.
Radisson Blu Faridabad, the city's first upper-upscale hotel, opensin the north Indian state of Haryana, one of India's largest business and industrial hubs in the National Capital Region (NCR). Faridabad is home to many industries and corporations as well as a center of attraction for leisure travelers with the presence of striking places of interests including the Badhkal Lake and Raja Nahar Singh Palace.
GM Giulio D’Alberto will be supported by another longtime GHM staff – Christoph Girsch, the former Executive Assistant Manager in charge of hotel operations at The Chedi Muscat in Oman.
The 316-room Chedi Mumbai, GHM’s highly anticipated hotel opening for 2017, will come under the leadership of Italy-born Giulio D’Alberto.