93% would buy services like excursions and car rental from their airline if they could New survey data from travel tech company IBS Software, reveals a massive 93% of UK and US consumers would book more services with airlines given the chance – representing a huge opportunity for airlines. The study, which looked into UK and US airline passengers’ expectations of airlines, shows that following a challenging period of travel uncertainty, passenger confidence is recovering with 83% of respondents planning to purchase tickets in the next six months. However, the research also points to airlines’ failings to maximise this opportunity…
Author: Asmita Mukherjee
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, today announced the acquisition of its first property in Switzerland as it continues its growth trajectory and international expansion. The flagship property – Le Richemond – was founded in 1875 and is located on the banks of Lake Geneva in a prime location at the heart of the city’s business district and a short walk from the city’s luxury designer boutiques. The acquisition forms part of the Group’s strategy to build its brand profile in gateway destinations across the world. The move signals Jumeirah’s appetite for investment in…
Established in 2016, Ecobillz is an AI-led Digitization B2B SaaS platform built to eliminate the use of paper by providing innovative real-time digital solutions and automating backend operations. As the hospitality industry rapidly amalgamated technology into its daily operations, the company saw a huge opportunity in the sector. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with Dr. Ameet Patil, Founder & CEO of Ecobillz Private Limited to understand the market in the current scenario. Kindly brief us about your journey with Ecobillz. Ecobillz is an AI-led Digitization B2B SaaS (Software as a Service) platform, which connects with the existing systems and software, accessing or reading data…
M/S Juhi Sons, a firm based out of Bareilly today announced the opening of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Bareilly under a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in Western Uttar Pradesh. Bareilly, a city in Uttar Pradesh is equidistant (250KM) from state capital, Lucknow, and national capital, New Delhi, which makes it a notable point between two major cities in North India. Since 1992’s economic liberalization in India, Bareilly has experienced rapid growth and has gained significance as a major trading hub. Located in a prime area of Civil Lines, Ramada Encore by Wyndham Bareilly has green views of the popular…
With an aim to showcase India’s global stature as a hospitality industry powerhouse, HVS ANAROCK is presenting HOPE (Hospitality Overview Presentation & Exchange) to bring together Indian and International hospitality players for knowledge exchange amidst networking. The event will take place on March 2 – 3 at Goa. Ahead of the power-packed event, Mandeep S Lamba, President (South Asia), HVS ANAROCK spoke with Asmita Mukherjee about the challenges that are slowing the Indian hospitality sector and measures to tackle them. What was the reason behind organising HOPE (Hospitality Overview Presentation & Exchange)? How will the event bring India’s global stature in front of the worldwide hospitality industry? HVS ANAROCK…
B2B travel portal, Tripjack offers flight ticketing, hotel booking, and visa services. The brand is constantly evolving and adding value to the business by giving its distributors and agents the best technology, deals and a user-friendly platform to transact and achieve financial freedom. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with Hussain Patel, Director, Tripjack to understand the disrupting growth that the brand is witnessing. Describing their offerings, Patel said that they offer a comprehensive B2B travel platform which encompasses all travel products and services such as flights, hotels, holidays, cruises, rail, and visas. While explaining the crux of his business, Patel explained, “We prioritise the needs of…
Sterling Holiday Resorts is a leading leisure hospitality brand, with resorts across hills, beaches, jungles, waterfront, heritage, pilgrimage, adventure, and drive-to locations. The company announced the launch of Sterling Mantra Haridwar, their fifth property in Uttarakhand. The hotel is easily accessible considering its proximity to the Chandigarh-Haridwar and Delhi-Haridwar highways making it convenient for various types of travellers. It is a quick drive away from Delhi NCR and forms the base for pilgrims on the Char Dham yatra. The hotel is ideally located for guests to explore the city’s many temples, ashrams, and other spiritual landmarks. It is also located…
Lemon Tree Hotels announced its latest signing, Lemon Tree Hotel, Bharuch, Gujarat. The property is expected to be operational by June 2025 and shall be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. This property will feature 83 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, a banquet, a gym and other public areas. Both Vadodara and Surat Airports are about 90 kms from the property while the Railway Station is just 7 kms. The property is connected by both public and private transport to all the major cities in India. Speaking on the…
The Fern Hotels & Resorts, India’s leading environmentally sensitive hotel chain, has launched its second unique apart’otel, The Fern Habitat, Jaipur. This is the company’s 10th hotel in Rajasthan and its 4th hotel in the Pink City. Speaking of the launch, Suhail Kannampilly, CEO, Concept Hospitality-The Fern Hotels & Resorts said, “The Fern Habitat is our eco-friendly Apart’otel chain. This new brand compliments our other three Fern, Fern Residency and Beacon hotels in the fascinating city of Jaipur. We welcome our business and leisure guests to come and experience this new offering in Rajasthan’s state capital.” Prashant Gupta, Managing Director, Anukampa Avas Vikas LLP…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of its second hotel under the Ginger brand in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The Brownfield project, a fully fitted lease is slated to open in April 2024. Speaking on the occasion, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL said, “This signing is in line with IHCL’s vision to be present in key markets. Nagpur is an emerging metropolis and a major commercial and political center of Maharashtra. Ginger with its lean luxe offering will cater to the needs of this emerging market. We are delighted to…
