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Encalm Hospitality Unveils Encalm Privé at Hyderabad’s RGI Airport

Encalm Hospitality Unveils Encalm Privé at Hyderabad’s RGI Airport

Encalm Hospitality, a leader in premium airport hospitality, has taken airport experiences to new heights with the launch of its exclusive airside lounge Encalm Privé at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Shamshabad. Strategically located

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OYO Partners with Goa Tourism to Launch Accelerator Program for Small-Scale Hoteliers

OYO Partners with Goa Tourism to Launch Accelerator Program for Small-Scale Hoteliers

In a bid to empower local hospitality businesses and promote sustainable tourism, OYO has partnered with the Goa Tourism Department to launch a new Accelerator Program. Designed to support small-scale and first-generation hotel owners, the

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Hospitality Sector Records USD 340 Million in Transactions in 2024, Expands into Tier-II and III Markets

Hospitality Sector Records USD 340 Million in Transactions in 2024, Expands into Tier-II and III Markets

The Indian hospitality sector marked another robust year in 2024, with transaction activity totaling USD 340 million, slightly surpassing the USD 337 million recorded in 2023, according to data by JLL. This growth trajectory underscores

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Goa Hotel Bookings Rise 14% in Q4 2024 Amid Growing Demand for Luxury Stays: MakeMyTrip

Goa Hotel Bookings Rise 14% in Q4 2024 Amid Growing Demand for Luxury Stays: MakeMyTrip

Goa’s position as India’s leading leisure destination remains unchallenged, with a notable 12% increase in travel searches and a 14% rise in hotel bookings during October-December 2024, according to data from MakeMyTrip. This comes amidst

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Goa’s Balivada Single-Malt Whisky Wins National Award for Innovation

Goa’s Balivada Single-Malt Whisky Wins National Award for Innovation

Imagine a drink that offers an unparalleled experience, blending heritage with innovation. Goa's signature spirit, Feni, has found a new avatar in Balivada Single-Malt Whisky, which recently clinched the prestigious 2024 National Award for Excellence.

Chef's Corner
‘Guests today seek an overall experience rather than just good food or stay’: Chef Satyakumar GV, Executive Chef, Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel

‘Guests today seek an overall experience rather than just good food or stay’: Chef Satyakumar GV, Executive Chef, Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel

Chef Satyakumar GV, Executive Chef at Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel, is redefining the city’s culinary landscape. A Hyderabad native, Satyakumar has travelled over 24,000 kilometres across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, uncovering tribal and regional culinary traditions.

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IHM Ranchi Hosts Handicraft Competition on National Tourism Day

IHM Ranchi Hosts Handicraft Competition on National Tourism Day

On the occasion of National Tourism Day, the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) organized an impactful handicraft competition themed "Best Out of Waste." The main aim of this competition was to raise awareness about environmental

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IHCL strengthens presence in Ayodhya, signs a Taj

IHCL strengthens presence in Ayodhya, signs a Taj

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. This development with the Solitaire Group is a brownfield project. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, “IHCL

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ITC Hotels Prepares for Landmark Stock Market Debut as Standalone Entity

ITC Hotels Prepares for Landmark Stock Market Debut as Standalone Entity

The demerger of ITC Hotels from its parent company, ITC Limited, marks a significant milestone in the Indian hospitality industry. As ITC Hotels gears up to list as a standalone entity on the Indian stock

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Young Chefs from 50 Nations to Compete at 11th International Chef Olympiad, Feb 2-8, 2025

Young Chefs from 50 Nations to Compete at 11th International Chef Olympiad, Feb 2-8, 2025

The International Young Chef Olympiad (YCO), the world’s largest culinary competition for student chefs, returns for its 11th edition, bigger and more spectacular than ever. Organized by the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) in

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