Category: Hospitality

For an impressive ninth consecutive year, Protea Hotels by Marriott has been named South Africa’s Coolest Hotel Brand in the Sunday Times Generation Next Survey for 2019. This coveted recognition further re-enforces the brand’s deep understanding of a rapidly evolving market and its growing traction in South Africa. “Designed for the progressive yet pragmatic traveler seeking a high-quality travel experience, Protea Hotels by Marriott has been redefining and leading the evolution of travel in a highly competitive and dynamic market exceeding guest expectations consistently,” said Neal Jones, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International. “We are ... Read more

Club Med, the leader in premium all-inclusive holidays, has announced the evolution of their Asia Pacific (APAC) organisation into two specialised Business Units – APAC Markets and APAC Resorts. As of 1 July 2019, the new APAC Regional Organisation includes Greater China, Japan, Korea, India, South East Asia and the Pacific. This reorganization allows Club Med to put the best teams closer to the guests and deliver better customer experience. “Club Med is in a growth acceleration phase with the openings of three to five resorts per year,” said Henri Giscard d’Estaing, President of Club Med. “This significant moment in ... Read more

Palladium Hotel Group celebrated World Environment Day and World Oceans Day with initiatives in all its hotels throughout last week and a campaign aimed at raising awareness of the role that people and companies play in fighting climate change and preserving the environment. The Spanish hotel company, which belongs to Empresas Matutes Group, has been promoting environmental initiatives and projects for years within the framework of its Corporate Social Responsibility policy which, this year, has been reinforced with new commitments. Among them, the priority objective of eliminating single-use plastics stands out. Since 2018, and with a significant step forward this ... Read more

While Sri Lanka gets worldwide attention drawn to its natural world, tourists flock to experience Sri Lanka’s jewels in the wild. Thus, it is imperative to develop a sustainable model to showcase Cinnamon’s stewardship towards environment and conservation. Cinnamon even bagged the title ‘Best Wildlife and Marine Tourism Service Provider’ at the PATA InSPIRE Awards 2015. As one of the leading hospitality chains in Sri Lanka, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is honoured to showcase Sri Lanka’s natural world as a sustainable tourism product. Project Leopard An on-going project in its fifth year of operation, Project Leopard in Yala is supervised ... Read more

Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo has partially reopened on June 12, seven weeks after the property was attacked by a suicide bomber on Easter Sunday. The Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo was one of three hotels hit by the suicide attacks on April 21 and suffered extensive damages. While the other two hotels reopened in recent weeks, most of the sections of the Shangri-La Hotel remained closed. “From 12 June onwards, popular dining establishments, including Sapphyr Lounge, Capital Bar & Grill and Kaema Sutra are open for service. Guests will be able to enjoy room stays and Chi, the Spa from 15 June ... Read more

AKARYN Hotel Group, Thailand’s award winning luxury boutique hotel specialist, is inviting groups of friends to enjoy fun-filled breaks together, with a new package that lets BFFs experience interesting local activities and create their own high-end slumber parties. Under the “Great Mates Escapes” offer, groups of pals can stay at five-star hotels and resorts in Phuket, Hua Hin, Bangkok or Chiang Mai, with luxurious accommodation in a choice of stunning suites, standalone residences and spectacular pool villas. In these exquisite surroundings, friends can create their own personal holiday’s actions with daytime discoveries, evening activities, F&B offers and more. During the ... Read more

Marriott International, Inc. has announced the opening of its second Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Tanzania, Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam, New Africa Hotel. The original New Africa Hotel was built as the official residence of Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1896. It was used as a hospital during World War I before being converted into a hotel during the British Empire. Sitting at the heart of the central business district of the city, overlooking the Harbor the hotel has since emerged as a landmark and an integral part of the burgeoning city. With the renovation and the ... Read more

The Green team of Meluha, The Fern, an ecotel hotel at Hirandani Powai, Mumbai organized a poster competition on the theme beat air pollution on the occasion of world environment day. All the departments from the hotel participated in the competition. The team explored their artistic creativity to depict the theme in myriad ways. The highlight of the event was the entirely edible poster made by the kitchen team from white chocolate and food colors. “For us at The Fern hotels, environment sensitivity is a way of life.These kind of competitions inculcate an environment awareness among the staff and help ... Read more

Snuggled amid mountains and the river Beas, G Villas located at one of the posh places in Manali and next to Bollywood Actress Kangana Ranuat’s luxurious cottage. Draped in lush greenery and surrounded with mountains enveloped with white snow, and exceptionally designed abode strive to make Hotel G Villas, a perfect destination for newly married honeymoon couples, family and vacation with friends.. The view from here is awe-inspiring nestled between apple trees, tiny fields on one side, and snow covered mountains on the other side. G Villas is located in very upscale and is another luxury resort in Manali. “We ... Read more

The Fern Hotels & Resorts, India’s leading environmentally sensitive hotel chain has opened- The Fern Residency, Karad in Maharashtra. This takes the tally to 60 hotels managed by the company. Commenting on the opening of the hotel, the COO of the company Suhail Kannampilly said, “We are increasing our presence in Maharashtra very rapidly and people of the State are responding to our hospitality in a very positive manner” The Fern Residency, Karad is a 42-room hotel offers everything which a discerning business traveller is seeking. The property boasts of elegant accommodation in two different categories Winter Green and Hazel ... Read more

Rock Salt, the signature restaurant of Cinnamon Bey Beruwala is Sri Lanka’s first eatery to offer hot lava rock cuisine wherein the meal is a toast to the coast: prawns, squids, and fresh fish. With an open show kitchen, guests have the freedom to don the chef’s hat and prepare their own meals with the best of ingredients and fresh produce of the island. With a trained chef for assistance, diners are presented with a variety of marinades, spices, oils and other ingredients including meat, seafood and greens to try out different combinations and sizzle-them to perfection with their very ... Read more

Hilton has announced the signing of a management agreement with Growthpoint Properties, South Africa’s largest REIT, to open a hotel under its lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brand. The 150 guestroom Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof is expected to begin welcoming guests in 2021 and will be the brand’s debut property in Africa. Canopy by Hilton launched in 2014 to appeal to travelers seeking locally inspired stays and wishing to immerse themselves in the culture and history of local neighbourhoods. It currently operates in nine destinations around the world with more than 35 properties in the pipeline, aiming to guarantee ... Read more

For more than 60 years, sustainability has been part of Club Med’s DNA. Club Med resorts are extremely vigilant with energy efficiency, saving, treating and recycling water, promoting renewable energy sources, controlling the water treatment and recycling techniques. Sustainability Initiatives: Bye to single-use plastic: Club Med has taken efforts to eradicate single-use plastic items from all its resorts worldwide, to reduce their footprint and keep the ocean clean Green Globe certified: Currently 74 per cent of Club Med resorts worldwide have been awarded “Green Globe Certified” for Sustainable Tourism, including Club Med Bali, Club Med Cherating Beach, Club Med Phuket, ... Read more

Shrikant Wakharkar has joined Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty as the General Manager of the waterfront luxury resort and Lulu Bolgatty International Convention Centre. Wakharkar has a combined experience of 30 years in the areas of managing, mentoring, coaching and motivating in the hospitality industry. In his previous roles, Wakharkar has held leadership positions in Food & Beverages in Hyatt Regency Delhi, Taj Mahal Palace and Towers Mumbai and Taj President Mumbai. He actively contributed to the renovation projects of rooms, coffee shop, and bars at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo. He was instrumental in launching InterContinental Goa Resort as a ... Read more

Pride Hotels has launched ‘Pride Terrace Valley Resort Gangtok’, the group’s first property in North East India. The luxury resort is prominently located at National Highway 10, Ranipool, Gangtok, 18 km from Pakyong Airport and is well connected by road, rail and air. With major tourist attractions namely Nathu La Pass, MG Road, Rumtek Monastery, Tsongmo Lake, Ganesh Tok in close proximity, the resort boasts of elegantly furnished rooms and suites that will appeal to both leisure and business tourists. “We are pleased to expand our footprints in India’s North East with the launch of ‘Pride Terrace Valley Resort Gangtok’. ... Read more