Shimla’s tourism sector received a much-needed boost over the festive weekend, as tourists flocked to the popular hill station for a holiday escape. The influx of visitors saw hotel occupancy rates soar to around 40-45%, a significant increase from the typical 10-15%. Tourists enjoyed the scenic Ridge and The Mall, Shimla’s famed spots, creating a lively atmosphere. The tourist rush...
Welcome to the regular Q&A feature where we shine the spotlight on our EHL research faculty and their current work. With a view to going behind the scenes to better understand the fascinating, impactful world of research, the EHL Institutional Visibility team regularly catch up with an EHL researcher whose work is making a difference in both the classroom and industry. Lionel Saul’s unique...
Club Concierge Services (India) led by founder Dipali Sikand, have issued a cease-and-desist notice to Swiggy over alleged trademark infringement and misuse of confidential information.The legal action comes after Swiggy allegedly misused confidential business information obtained during partnership discussions...
Juniper Hotels acquires a 220-room luxury property near Bengaluru Airport, expanding its upscale footprint and enhancing guest experiences in a high-growth market. Juniper Hotels Limited has finalized the acquisition of a 220-room upscale hotel property in Bengaluru, spanning 6.5 acres of prime freehold land with a built-up area of 41,200 square meters. Strategically positioned near...
From Taylor Swift’s record-breaking concert tours to Mega-Sports events and the surge of screen tourism inspired by hit shows like HBO’s The White Lotus, these phenomena are transforming travel patterns worldwide. The allure of mega-events and on-screen destinations can generate substantial short-term economic boosts, yet they also bring challenges. Dr. Isabella Blengini, Associate Professor of...
Jet fuel, or ATF, price on Friday was hiked by 3.3 per cent and rate of commercial LPG used in hotels and restaurants increased by INR 62 per 19-kg cylinder in the monthly revision done in line with international oil price trends. The aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price was increased by INR 2,941.5 per kilolitre,...
ITC Ltd., currently undergoing the demerger of its hotel business, announced on Thursday that its board has approved consolidating its shareholding in two key rival hospitality brands, Oberoi and Leela. ITC will acquire shares held by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Russell Credit Ltd (RCL), to strengthen its investments in these chains. In a regulatory filing, ITC revealed plans to acquire...
– Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has entered into an agreement with BWHSM Hotels (BWH) to be a certified PMS provider. With Mews, BWH Hotels gains access to one of the most innovative hospitality technologies that boosts operational efficiencies and guest satisfaction. “The collaboration with Mews aligns with BWH’s dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences....
Is the connected trip the next big thing? — Photo by Created by HN with DALL·E Recently, in their Q3 2024 financial results, Booking.com reported that the connected trip transactions (a trip that includes booking more than one travel vertical) increased by over 40% year over year in the third quarter and represented a high single digit percentage of the company’s total transactions. Booking has...
JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity celebrated its 11th anniversary in style, marking over a decade of excellence in luxury hospitality. To commemorate this milestone, the hotel hosted an exclusive event featuring an exquisite six-course dinner, curated by acclaimed Berlin-based chef Caique Tizzi. Held in the Grand...
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