Planet Hollywood Thane appoints Sana Naseem as General Manager
Planet Hollywood Thane has announced the appointment of Sana Naseem as its new General Manager. In her new role, Naseem aims to position Planet Hollywood Thane as a premier lifestyle and luxury destination.
Lohono Stays launches 'Beyond the Walls' campaign
Lohono Stays by Isprava Group has launched “Beyond the Walls: Where Stays Become Stories”, a storytelling campaign that aims to define how villas are experienced. The campaign presents luxury travel by showcasing each villa not just as a destination but as a home with a story, told through the eyes of its owner.
Vivanta Stays to add 500 villas by 2026
Vivanta Stays, a luxury villa network backed by Bajaj Auto, has announced an expansion plan to launch more than 500 villas across India by March 2026. The portfolio will span a wide category range, from family-focused properties to “affordable luxury” villas designed for groups.
Marriott International names Kiran Andicot as Senior VP, South Asia
Marriott International Inc. has appointed Kiran Andicot Senior Vice President, to lead its South Asia region. The promotion will see Kiran overseeing Operations and Development across Marriott International’s South Asia portfolio.
Araqila by SaffronStays and FLY91 forge strategic partnership
SaffronStays enters a strategic partnership with FLY91, a regional airline, boosting connectivity across tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Said to be an exclusive collaboration for SaffronStays’ recently launched first boutique resort property, ‘Araqila,’ in Sindhudurg, paving the way for promoting regional tourism and offering experiential value for customers.
Centara Hotels & Resorts strengthens its connect with Indian DMC partners
Centara Hotels & Resorts concluded its exclusive Familiarization (FAM) Trip in the Maldives from August 23 to 26, 2025. The initiative welcomed prominent DMC partners from the Indian market, aiming to strengthen trade partnerships and opening new avenues for collaboration and growth.
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts names Hishan Singhawansa as CEO
With over 17 years at the John Keells Group (JKH), Singhawansa steps into leadership at a time to boost Sri Lanka’s arrivals from India, reported to have surged by more than 30% in the first half of 2025.
Royal Orchid unveils new 65-key property in Ambala
Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) has announced the signing of their latest property at Ambala. The new 65-key property, developed in collaboration with Lovepreet Singh, who will operate under a management agreement.
LaRiSa Hotels and Resorts signs fifth asset in Uttarakhand
LaRiSa Hotels and Resorts has announced an addition to its LaRiSa Homes brand with the signing of 1 Partridge Hill in Satoli, near Mukteshwar in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand – LaRiSa Homes X 1 Partridge Hill. With LaRiSa Homes X 1 Partridge Hill, the number of LaRiSa Hotels and Resorts in the state will go up to five.
IHG Hotels & Resorts adds 420 keys to its Bengaluru portfolio
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Hotel Chetan International to develop two new hotels in Bengaluru: Crowne Plaza Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park in the premium segment and Holiday Inn Express Bengaluru KIADB Aerospace Park from the company’s essentials collection. Scheduled to open in the quarter 1 of 2028.
