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Brij Hotels Appoints Shiv Kumar Mehan as Chief Executive Officer

Brij Hotels Appoints Shiv Kumar Mehan as Chief Executive Officer

September 15, 2022

Shiv Kumar Mehan has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer at Brij Hotels, effective from 1st September, 2022. Shiv...read more

Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts Unveils Maldivian Adventure for Luxury Travel Partners

Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts Unveils Maldivian Adventure for Luxury Travel Partners

September 14, 2022

Hospitality group Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts has organized a familiarization tour for 25 Indian travel agent partners to six...read more

Rahul Bhale Appointed Executive Chef at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach

Rahul Bhale Appointed Executive Chef at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach

September 14, 2022

Rahul Bhale has been appointed as the Executive Chef at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach. With years of experience and...read more

Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, has launched its latest Global Promotion, with the chance to rack up unlimited bonus points throughout the 86-day earning period to put towards future travel and experiences. Registration have begun for the promotion and runs until December 1, enabling registered members to earn 2,000 bonus points on each eligible stay, starting with the second stay, between September 21 and December 15, 2022. There is no limit to the number of bonus points you can earn, creating a virtuous circle that means the more you travel, the more points you bank for your next trip of a lifetime. More bonus points mean more opportunities to take advantage of all the elements of the Marriott Bonvoy program. Members can redeem their points not only for stays at 8,100+ hotels, 30 All-Inclusive resorts and 76,000+ premium and luxury home rentals around the world. Here are some additional details: · The promotion earning period runs from September 21, 2022 to December 15, 2022. · A “stay” is defined as consecutive nights spent in the same hotel, regardless of check-in/check-out activity, at any points-eligible rate. · Stays completed prior to registration are not eligible to earn bonus points with this promotion. · Members must register here before December 1, 2022. · With this promotion, members can earn unlimited bonus points during the earning period. · Registered members can begin earning bonus points from the first eligible stay that falls within the earning period, and on each eligible stay thereafter. · Stays at Homes & Villas by Marriott International, Marriott Executive Apartments®, and owner-occupied weeks at Marriott Vacation Club®, Marriott Grand Residence Club®, Sheraton Vacation Club®, Westin Vacation Club®, The Ritz-Carlton Club®, St. Regis Residence Club® and Luxury Collection Residence Club, are not eligible for bonus points for this promotion.

Marriott Bonvoy Launches Unlimited Bonus Points in New Global Promotion

September 12, 2022

Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, has launched its latest Global Promotion, with the chance to...read more

EaseMyTrip.com, a major online travel tech platform in India, has become the presenting partner of Road Safety World Series T20 Tournament 2022, which is powered by SAT Sports News. The main chest of Indian jerseys will feature the company’s logo where players like Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh etc will be seen wearing the jersey. Several marketing initiatives, both online and off, will be used to promote this association. The purpose of the RSWS is to raise awareness of road safety in the nation and around the world. The Road Safety World Series aims to promote social change in the nation and transform the public's perception of road safety. The Road Safety World Series (RSWS) is supported by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and the Ministry of Information & Technology and Youth Affairs & Sports Government of India. According to Nishant Pitti, CEO and Co-founder of EaseMyTrip, “As a travel brand we want to occupy mind space in a wider canvas, and what better way to do that than cricket, a game followed by millions across the globe.” Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, and Yusuf Pathan are just a few of the famous players who play for the India Legends, a team that is captained by Sachin Tendulkar. The second edition of the RSWS has drawn a number of A-list players, including Jonty Rhodes, Lance Klusener and Makhaya Ntini, from South Africa; Ian Bell, Nick Crompton and Matt Prior from England; Tilakratne Dilshan, Sanath Jayasuriya and Thisara Perrera from Sri Lanka; Brian Lara, Dwayne Smith and Darren Powell from the West Indies; Shane Watson, Brett Lee, Brad Hodge, Brad Haddin, Stuart Clark and Cameron White from Australia and Ross Taylor, Shane Bond, Craig McMillan, Kyle Mills and Jacob Oram from New Zealand. The matches will be streamed digitally on VOOT and Jio while being broadcast live on Colors Cineplex, Colors Cineplex Superhits, and the recently launched Sports18 Khel.

EaseMyTrip Now Presenting Partner of Road Safety World Series T20 Tournament Season 2

September 12, 2022

EaseMyTrip.com, a major online travel tech platform in India, has become the presenting partner of Road Safety World Series...read more

The Postcard Hotel has taken home multiple recognitions at the World Travel Awards 2022, a glittering ceremony held at Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. The hotel has been voted ‘Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel Brand’, with other honours including the following – · The Postcard Dewa, Thimphu, Bhutan as ‘Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel’ · The Postcard Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Gujarat as ‘Asia’s Leading Wildlife Resort’ · The Postcard Hideaway, Netravali, Goa as ‘India’s Leading Boutique Hotel’ · The Postcard Mandalay Hall, Kochi as ‘India’s Leading Design Hotel’ Owing to the brand’s consistency over the years in delivering world-class service and experience to guests, The Postcard Hotel continues to perform phenomenally and also recently got recognised by Booking.com for achieving the highest brand score for a luxury hotel brand globally, in Traveller Review Awards 2022. “Since its inception, The Postcard Hotel has stayed true to the vision of providing transformational experiential luxury for perceptive travellers. We continue to take a distinctive approach across our intimate hotel offerings, right from the design and architecture, cuisine to service philosophies and beyond. Our hotels merge seamlessly into the community and become a part of the neighbourhood, all while delivering our benchmark hospitality experience, in every aspect. We are humbled by the multiple recognitions received at this year’s World Travel Awards 2022. We see it as a testament to our team’s unwavering effort in offering the best-in-class experience to our guests and are grateful to our loyal guests for this honour,” said Kapil Chopra, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, The Postcard Hotel.

Postcard Hotel Gains Recognition as ‘Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel Brand’

September 12, 2022

The Postcard Hotel has taken home multiple recognitions at the World Travel Awards 2022, a glittering ceremony held at...read more

Travel search engine Kayak has seen a significant rise in Indian interest, in the flight searches from India to Munich, over the festival period of September 17 - October 3, 2022. Between 29.04.2022 and 25.08.2022, searches are up around 90% compared to the same period in 2019. Hotel searches are also up around 171%, meaning there is significant interest in the Oktoberfest celebrations. KAYAK search insights for Oktoberfest travel (September 17 - October 3) indicate the following – · Average price for return economy flights to Munich from India over the period - approximately INR 68616. · Average price for a night in a double room in a 3 - 4 star hotel in Munich over the period - approximately INR 18860. · The most searched day for arrival into Munich is September 23 with the least searched date being October 2. · The most expensive day for flights to Munich from India is September 23. · The least expensive day to fly into Munich from India is October 2 (the second last day of the festival). According to KAYAK Commercial Manager Tarun Tahiliani, “Indians love to immerse themselves in global events, and Oktoberfest is no exception, with flight searches from India to Munich over the festival period up around 90% compared to the same period in 2019. KAYAK’s data reveals just how excited Indians are to be back travelling the world, with a significant increase in people flocking to Germany to enjoy this memorable travel experience. There are simple ways you can secure a great deal for your trip, including setting price alerts online via the KAYAK website so you can be confident you’re getting the best deal on your trip.”'

Indians Keen On Visiting Germany’s Oktoberfest Celebrations in Munich

September 12, 2022

Travel search engine Kayak has seen a significant rise in Indian interest, in the flight searches from India to...read more

IndiGo commences new direct flights between Mumbai and Ras Al Khaimah, adds 100th destination to 6E network

IndiGo Unveils Upgraded Carrier for Delhi-Gwalior Route 

September 12, 2022

Indian carrier IndiGo has announced an upgradation of its aircraft from ATR to Airbus, on the Delhi- Gwalior route,...read more

The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India MP Chapter and International Centre for Responsible Tourism India Foundation (Responsible Tourism Partnership) signed a Memorandum of Understanding during the International Symposium on Responsible Tourism, organized by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board at Kushabhau Thakre Convention Centre, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh, India) on 7 September 2022. Mr. P.P. Khanna, President, Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India and Dr. Harold Goodwin, Founder Director of ICRT and Managing Director of the Responsible Tourism Partnership signed the MOU. Mr. Sheo Shekhar Shukla IAS. Principal Secretary, MP Tourism Department witnessed the signing ceremony along with delegates from ICRT, Officials of Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of MP, Tour Operators from MP and ADTOI members of the MP State Chapter.

ADTOI & International Centre for Responsible Tourism Sign MOU at Bhopal

September 8, 2022

The Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India MP Chapter and International Centre for Responsible Tourism India Foundation (Responsible...read more

Global technology company Travelport, which powers bookings for travel suppliers, and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), have renewed their strategic relationship with a multi-year agreement which includes the use of Travelport’s next generation selling platform, Travelport+. Enhancements in Travelport+ are targeted to improve access to content, providing more retailing capabilities and enhancing productivity for travel counselors. “We value our relationship with Amex GBT which has lasted more than 40 years. Deepening our collaboration by using Travelport+ will benefit both Amex GBT and its business customers,” said Jason Toothman, Chief Commercial Officer - Agency at Travelport. “Combining Amex GBT’s expertise with our modern travel retailing tools will ultimately improve how corporate travel is managed. The introduction of Travelport+ servicing capabilities and retailing improvements will ensure continued focus on delivering customer, traveler and supplier value to Amex GBT’s marketplace,” he added. “Our agreement with Travelport remains focused on innovation and ensuring our customers have access to the broadest set of content while continuing to deliver best-in-class servicing,” said John Bukowski, Vice President, Content and Strategic Sourcing. “Our planned upgrade to Travelport+ and shared vision to advance travel retailing with modern technology and process simplification will help the Amex GBT marketplace deliver on its promise and fuel our mission to drive progress through travel,” he added.

Travelport Collaborates with American Express Global Business Travel for Travelport+ Technology Upgrade

September 8, 2022

Global technology company Travelport, which powers bookings for travel suppliers, and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), have...read more

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