Real Estate

Oravel Stays, the parent company of the global travel technology company OYO, today announced that it has agreed to acquire G6 Hospitality, the leading economy lodging franchisor and parent company of the iconic Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, from Blackstone Real Estate for $525 million, in an all-cash transaction. OYO has steadily expanded its footprint in the United States since its launch in the...

Images by Dusit Thani Bangkok Dusit Thani Bangkok, the highly-anticipated reimagined flagship hotel of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is partnering with Porsche Thailand to deliver a bespoke luxury limousine service for guests. With a shared vision to ‘redefine the art of the journey,’ this collaboration marks the first time in...

After a successful chapter in Powai, Episode One is all set to open its doors in Viviana Mall. This Victorian garden-themed, omakase style bar sets the stage with Thane's first-ever speakeasy-style cocktail bar offering a serene escape by day that turns into a high-energy bar at night, paired with Gourmet...

Oravel Stays, the parent company of global travel technology firm OYO, has announced its acquisition of G6 Hospitality, the leading economy lodging franchisor that operates the iconic Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands. The all-cash deal is valued at $525 million and marks a significant expansion for OYO in the U.S. market. The transaction sees OYO purchasing G6 from Blackstone Real...

Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown – University — Photo by IHG  Crescent Hotels & Resorts announced it will manage Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown – University and Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University in the heart of Austin's vibrant Red River Cultural District. These additions enhance Crescent’s diverse portfolio with properties that capture the essence of Austin’s eclectic...

Images by Accor ALL, Accor’s loyalty programme, and KrisFlyer, the rewards programme of the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group, have elevated their partnership to new heights, delivering more rewards to members with every flight and stay. This enhanced collaboration is designed to make it easier and more valuable for members to enjoy Limitless Experiences. With seamless conversion between Reward...

Air India has hired 9,000 employees, including 5,000 crew members, in the last two years to meet the workforce requirement for its expanding fleet and network, the airline's chief Campbell Wilson said on Friday. In a message to staff, he said the airline's domestic market share rose from 24 per cent in FY23 to...

Brookfield Asset Management-owned Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts is preparing to file draft papers for what is set to be India’s largest-ever IPO in the hospitality sector, aiming to raise INR 5,000 crore, according to sources. “This is a significant issue for the hospitality industry, and the filing with SEBI is expected soon. The primary offering will raise INR 3,000 crore...

Global business travel and events prices appear to be moderating following the dramatic increases seen in recent years. The 2025 Global Business Travel Forecast, published today by CWT, the business travel and meetings specialist, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel trade organization, reveals that while costs will continue to rise, the pace of...

Often, there are questions about why some members of Gen Z seem disinterested, slow at work, unhappy, and constantly complaining. The truth is, that circumstances play a significant role. For instance, consider a scenario where someone misses lunch and starts feeling irritated by 2 PM. When one is hungry, crankiness naturally follows. Now, imagine the prolonged lack of life satisfaction; it...