Auro Hotels appoints Tanvir Shaikh as Front Office Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Surat.

Tanvir brings 9 years of experience in Front Office operations under various hotel brands

Auro Hotels recently appointed Tanvir Shaikh as ‘Front Office Manager’. In his new role, Tanvir will be spearheading Front office operations of Courtyard by Marriott Surat. Tanvir, a driven and result oriented professional, has the ability to maintain excellent guest relationships and ensuring an outstanding front office experience for his guests.

Prior to joining Courtyard by Marriott Surat, Tanvir has worked with brands like Ginger, Aloft, Le Meridien, Radisson Blu.

Vikas Sharma, Area Director and General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Surat commented, “It is a delight to have Tanvir on board with us. He has proven himself to be a great asset to the team in his previous stint with Courtyard by Marriott Surat and I am sure that he will be exceeding expectations this time too. Tanvir is dynamic, a quick thinker, a fair leader and above all creates memorable experiences for our guests.”

Tanvir was recently recognised by Marriott International– Asia Pacific for his excellent contributions in strengthening Courtyard by Marriott Surat’s Guest service experience and will be given a shout out at the upcoming Digital Guest Experience and GXP Webinar later in the month.

Hailing from Beed, Maharashtra Tanvir is a fitness enthusiast and an expert swimmer.

About AURO Hotels

A successor to GJHM Hotels based in Greenville, SC – Auro Hotels has developed, owned, and operated hotels for 44 years. The company currently owns 36 hotels and operates hotels with over 6500 guestrooms, located in the United States and India, operating under such well-known brands as Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt. Auro Hotels were the first franchise operators of Marriott Hotels in Asia Pacific. For more information, visit the website at www.aurohotels.com

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The Ritz-Carlton Debuts in Turks & Caicos, Bringing the Ultimate in Seaside Luxury to the World-Renowned Grace Bay

The Iconic Hospitality Brand Proudly Welcomes Guests to The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, Inviting Them to Delight in the Destination

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is pleased to announce the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, marking the debut of the iconic luxury hospitality brand in this island paradise. Situated on the world-famous Grace Bay in Providenciales, The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos offers an idyllic tropical getaway, seamlessly blending the natural beauty of the destination with the legendary service and elegant accommodations for which The Ritz-Carlton brand is known.

“We are thrilled to expand our global portfolio with the debut of The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, a destination known for its stunning natural environment, which has long served as an alluring retreat for the world’s most discerning travelers,” said Donna McNamara, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, The Ritz-Carlton. “Whether enjoying a sunset sail or family snorkel from the resort’s private catamaran, Lady Grace, to relaxing poolside, The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos offers the perfect opportunity for our guests to recharge and reconnect while making lasting memories.”

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Hilton announces six new hotel openings in France

As travel restrictions ease in France, Hilton is continuing its rapid expansion across the country with the launch of its Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Canopy by Hilton brands in Paris, as well as opening new hotels in Tours and Le Havre.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton will mark its entry in France with the openings of Le Belgrand Hotel Paris Champs-Élysées and Hotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon in the coming months. Embracing the distinct culture of their local neighbourhoods, the hotels will join a global portfolio of almost 60 unique Tapestry Collection by Hilton properties, providing the perfect base for travellers looking for the authentic experience of an independent hotel. Having just opened its first hotel in Madrid this month, later this year the brand will continue its expansion across Europe with the opening of Se Catedral Hotel Porto and The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans.

Outside Paris, Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre will be Hilton’s first hotels in the renowned Loire Valley region, providing an ideal base for leisure guests looking to explore everything the local area has to offer. Later in the year, Hilton Garden Inn Le Havre will also join the portfolio, bringing the total number of Hilton-branded hotels in France to 20.

The openings follow the recent debut of Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero, which opened in May.

As it prepares to welcome back international leisure guests, Hilton has seen searches for leisure stays rise across its existing portfolio, with popular destinations for summer including Hilton Evian Les Bains, Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace, Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux and Grand Hotel des Sablettes Plage, Curio Collection by Hilton. Hilton.com data shows that last month, searches for staycation options in France more than doubled, with travellers eager to take a break and reconnect with family and friends. International traffic also increased by more than 75 per cent, suggesting strong demand from international visitors as restrictions continue to ease.

David Kelly, senior vice president, Continental Europe, said: “We are thrilled to be welcoming back leisure guests to our hotels across France in time for the summer season. After an incredibly challenging year, these six exciting openings—coupled with wider plans to open around 40 hotels across Europe before the end of the year—demonstrate the strength of the European market and our confidence in the industry’s recovery. We look forward to opening our doors to guests and further diversifying our portfolio, providing a range of options to empower domestic and international travellers alike to explore everything that this fantastic country has to offer.”

Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero

Opened in May

The newly opened 123-room Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero, designed by Jean-Philippe Nuel, features period architecture and touches of modern Parisian elegance, encouraging guests to feel as if they’re staying in a local’s historical apartment. Situated in the cultural hotspot of Paris’ 16th arrondissement, the vibrant, neighbourhood hotel is within two kilometres of the Arc de Triomphe, Trocadero Gardens and the Champs-Elysees and features a rooftop terrace and bar with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower.

Hilton Garden Inn Tours Centre and Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre

Expected to open this Summer

Located on the banks of the Loire River and surrounded by the city’s shops, theatres and eateries, Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton Tours Centre provide the perfect pitstop for guests looking to explore everything the city has to offer. The stunning new-build hotels form part of a major redevelopment project in the city centre, creating a contemporary, welcoming public space and spectacularly designed, modern facilities.

For those wishing to explore further ahead, Tours—known as the Gateway to the Loire Valley—provides easy access to the famous Loire Valley Chateaux and vineyards, many of which can be reached within an hour from the hotels.

Both hotels feature modern, airy guestrooms, many of which offer stunning views over the Loire River. Guests at Hilton Garden Inn Tours Centre can feast on fresh and seasonal produce at the hotel’s onsite restaurant, Babette.

Le Belgrand Hotel Paris Champs-Élysées

Expected to open this Summer

Taking its inspiration from the historical beauty and elegance of the City of Light, the 46-room Le Belgrand Hotel Paris Champs-Élysées promises a truly authentic Parisian stay. From original artwork exclusively curated by French artist Christophe Bonacorsi to bronze night lamps designed by French artist Jean Pierre Viot, the hotel reflects the rich culture of France’s capital city.

Tucked away just minutes from some of the city’s most famous streets, guests can explore the delights of the Champs-Élysées, visit the Eiffel Tower or the iconic Arc de Triomphe or spend the day admiring some of the most famous pieces of art in the world at the Louvre. After a busy day of sightseeing, the cosy lounge and bar and beautifully landscaped garden in the inner patio provide a sanctuary for guests to relax and unwind.

Hotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon

Expected to open this Autumn

Anchored in its local environment, the 56-room Hotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon exudes Parisian charm, featuring timeless, elegant décor throughout its public areas and freshly renovated modern bedrooms and suites. The hotel’s stunning glass-roofed atrium gives a warm welcome to guests, providing a place to relax whilst enjoying a drink and selection of locally sourced dishes.

Nestled amongst the shops and restaurants of the 12th arrondissement and just a kilometre from the famous Place de la Bastille, Hotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon provides a perfect “pied-à-terre" to unpack for a night, a weekend or a longer stay. Whether strolling through the streets of Paris to discover its famous landmarks or stopping off between business meetings, the hotel is the ideal base from which to explore the City of Light, with famous sights such as Notre Dame Cathedral just a 20-minute walk away.

Guests at the hotels can travel with peace of mind from check-in to check-out with Hilton CleanStay. New standards include a Hilton CleanStay Room Seal to indicate that a room has not been accessed since being thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, increased frequency of cleaning of all public areas and flexible housekeeping options.

All the hotels are part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty programme for Hilton’s 18 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, exclusive member discounts, free standard Wi-Fi and access to the Hilton Honors mobile app.

Hilton Honors members can redeem Points using the Points Explorer tool. All hotels offer fully flexible booking options with free changes and cancellations, with most giving guests flexibility to change or cancel up to 24 hours before their arrival day.

UK economy accelerates as tourism and hospitality emerge from lockdown

The UK’s economic recovery accelerated in May as tourism and recreation firms reopened, but the delay in ending Covid-19 restrictions is putting hospitality firms at risk, research shows.

Eleven out of 14 UK sectors reported faster growth in output month on month in May, up from nine in April, according to the Lloyds Bank UK Recovery Tracker, as the UK moved further out of lockdown.

The tracker found that the UK tourism and recreation sector recorded the sharpest rise in output growth as British hotels, pubs and restaurants benefited from pent-up consumer demand.

Firms took on more staff to handle rising demand. All 14 sectors reported jobs growth in May, led by manufacturing, while the tourism and recreation sector added jobs for the first time since January 2020.

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Hilton aims to nearly quadruple KSA hotel network by 2025

The Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Financial District is the latest opening in Saudi Arabia by the famous US hotelier, but the company has big plans in the pipeline for the Kingdom, including more than 40 new properties and the recruitment of thousands of Saudi professionals.

“Saudi Arabia is an important market for us,” Jochem-Jan Sleiffer, president of Hilton Middle East, Africa and Turkey, told Arab News. “We’re trying to expand all of our different brands as much as we can in the right cities.”

Hilton — which has a regional office in Jeddah — today has 18 brands across 119 countries, and more than 6,500 properties worldwide. The Middle East now has 61 Hilton hotels with 85 more in the pipeline, 41 of which will be in Saudi Arabia over the next three to four years.

“If I look at Saudi Arabia, at all the cities, every country should at least have a Hampton or Garden Inn,” Sleiffer said. “Mid-market hotels should be in every city in Saudi Arabia, and currently there is more demand for hotels than there is supply.”

The Waldorf Astoria, Hilton’s most luxurious brand, has operated in Jeddah for many years, alongside the likes of brands including Conrad, Hampton and DoubleTree. On deciding which brand to introduce in a given city, Sleiffer said that an analysis of the market and a future forecast is necessary to understand the demographics of potential guests.

Of the 41 pipeline projects, most will be “upscale,” like DoubleTree, while others will cater to the mid-market segment, like Garden Inn. “This is where the bulk is, the upscale and mid-market. Pre-pandemic, Saudi Arabia has had strong demand in the business segment and religious tourism, but now the leisure demand is much bigger,” he said.

With international travel having restarted in the Kingdom on May 17, Sleiffer said that people are desperate to travel again and go to places they have not been before, like Saudi Arabia.

“In the next two years, we expect to hire about 2,000 people. Over the next 10 years, 10,000 people — half of which will be Saudis. I want Saudis to run these hotels. We have training programs and we have a Hilton university which has more than 5,000 online training courses.”

The Hilton president said that according to figures from the World Travel and Tourism Council, one in 10 jobs are in hospitality and tourism, but added: “Saudi is low where that’s concerned, so we need to bring it up here as well. It will come up, I have no doubt — take Hilton Riyadh as an example, where 44 percent of current staff is Saudi.”

Demand is certainly there, as a survey in December commissioned by The Red Sea Development Co. found that about nine in 10 young Saudis surveyed said they would be keen to work in the tourism and hospitality sectors, compared to 77 percent who said they were interested in a job in petrochemicals.

When the pandemic hit more than a year ago, Hilton shifted its focus to three things: The safety of staff and customers, the community around hotels, and property.

This involved postponing investment deals to help preserve cash, adapting to safety protocols, and making layoffs where necessary. However, as vaccination rates picked up, Hilton has been begun rehiring at an accelerated rate, Sleiffer said.

“We put emphasis on the touchpoints in the room, the light switches, and the remote controls. We developed Hilton CleanStay and Hilton EventReady for meetings,” he added.

Mobile check-in and digital key — developed by Hilton before the pandemic — has been a significant feature that has decreased interactions between staff and customers, reducing the potential spread of coronavirus.

Sleiffer also hopes to expand the Hilton brand to the Kingdom’s megaprojects, such as NEOM and the Red Sea Project.

“There’s more coming,” he said, mentioning his excitement about the upcoming Formula One race in Jeddah in December this year, where Hilton is serving as the official sponsor of McLaren Racing.

First Radisson hotel opens in port city of Odesa, Ukraine

On the shores of the Black Sea, Radisson Hotel City Centre Odesa opens as Radisson Hotel Group’s seventh hotel in Ukraine in operation and under development. 

With an excellent location on the famous Derybasivska Street, Radisson Hotel City Centre Odesa unlocks the cosmopolitan city of Odesa, full of architectural styles, international cuisines and beautiful Black Sea beaches. With the opening of this new property, Radisson Hotel Group now has 1,445 guest rooms in operation and under development in Ukraine and opens its first Radisson branded hotel not only in Odesa, but in the country. 

Offering 90 rooms, Radisson Hotel City Centre Odesa has been decorated in a soft Scandinavian style to create the perfect oasis for a stay in Odesa with cozy standard rooms alongside elegant and comfortable superior rooms with a Derybasivska view, overlooking the picturesque historical center of Odesa. Guests can enjoy an intimate dining experience at the elegant Gatto Nero Restaurant in the hotel’s cozy interior courtyard. 

With a modern, stylish layout, the restaurant serves an à la carte menu in a relaxed, casual ambiance. For business travellers interested in holding a meeting or event in Odesa, the hotel boasts conference space for up to 85 delegates.

Yilmaz Yildirimlar, Area Senior Vice President, Central & Eastern Europe, Russia and Turkey at Radisson Hotel Group, says, "We are delighted to open the doors of our first Radisson hotel in Odesa. Radisson is an upscale hotel brand that offers Scandinavian inspired hospitality, which enables guests to focus on a work/life balance and find harmony in their travel experience. We believe the brand has strong further potential across Ukraine market and also strengthening our position with over 1,445 guest rooms in operation and under development."

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Hospitality sector workers vaccinated in the Nilgiris

More than 500 workers from the tourism and hospitality sector in the Nilgiris were administered the COVID-19 vaccine as part of a vaccination drive organised recently.

In a press release, the Nilgiris Hotel and Restaurant Owners’ Association (NHRA), said that 530 people working in hotels and restaurants and from the hospitality sector were vaccinated in Udhagamandalam.

Members from the South India Hotel and Restaurant Association (SIHRA) and SKAL Club, Coimbatore, also attended the vaccination drive.

Alila Hinu Bay Opens to Guests in Oman

The 112-key hotel includes 16 villas and is nestled on a secluded beachfront in Oman’s southwest region of Dhofar. The untouched area is best known for its lush landscapes, cool summers, and it is within easy driving distance from Salalah International Airport. Between Samhan mountain and the blue waters of the Arabian Sea, Alila Hinu Bay caters to well-traveled guests seeking reflection and impactful connections. Along with the breath-taking scenery, the area is known for its rich Bedouin traditions and the renowned warmth of Omani hospitality. Combined with a personalized experience that is crafted for each guest, travelers can expect to be immersed in authentic yet bespoke journeys tailored to their preferences and interests.

Fathers Day | ITC ROYAL BENGAL & ITC SONAR CELEBRATE THE ‘MAN OF THE MOMENT ‘

ITC ROYAL BENGAL & ITC SONAR CELEBRATE THE ‘MAN OF THE MOMENT ‘


Specially curated menu & offers add to Father’s Day Celebrations

This Father’s Day, ITC Hotels helps you find the perfect answer to your
quest of ‘What to gift to dad!’ with their delectable culinary preparations. ITC Hotels has put together a specially curated Father’s Day menu that not only elevates the gourmet flavors but is also rich in
goodness and can be ordered right from the comfort of your home. From 18th -20th June 2021, you can gift your, dad, a special feast curated by ITC Hotels for this occasion.


Whether it is the love for Biryanis, chaat, or desserts ITC Hotels has you covered. You can select a delicious meal from a wide variety of dishes:


The Biryani & Pulao Collection by ITC Hotels brings together a fine curation of authentic recipes and culinary classics perfected by master chefs for your dining pleasure. Starting at INR 1900 for four, reap into
the timeless flavors of Kathal Pulao, Nimona Mirch Pulao or Chemmeen and Bibi ka Murgh pulao. Relish the flavorsome biryanis and pulaos that are crafted with utmost care and hygiene to ensure wellbeing and a safe dining experience.


Weekend Binge provides an exciting menu that is apt for brunch or a special evening. Enjoy an exquisite collection of their signature menus and tastes encompassing the tangy overtures of chaat, the aromas of signature biryanis, and sweet nothings. Ring in this special weekend with the wholesome
‘Weekend Binge’ menu where each bite is a complete celebration. Starting at INR 2500 for two, savor your tastebuds with Indian cuisine classics like Paneer Khurchan, Vegetable Jalfrezi, Kunni Dal, Dahi Gujia, Meen Varuval or Chef’s Highlights Cheese & Peppercorn Calzone, Aspara Tempura Uramaki,
Olive Focaccia or flavors from the World Kitchen Chilli Bean Tofu, Thai Red Fish Curry, Vegetable Fricasse and complete the treat with the signature desserts Tiramisu, Kesari Phirni, Rasmalai, Berry Yogurt Granola, Tropical Fruit Pastry.

Father’s Day Special Delight from Nutmeg must be on your list if you and your dad share the love for desserts. You can choose from Father’s Day themed cakes, celebrating dad cupcakes and I love you dad brownies to express your love for this special man. What better way to celebrate this day than having an evening with family and scrumptious delicacy boxes for four from ITC Hotels starting at INR 1100.


Guests can place their orders through Zomato, Swiggy, and EazyDiner. This special feast for your dad may also be ordered via Gourmet Couch on the ITC Hotels F&B App or through a takeaway from the hotels or direct delivery by the hotels. Enhancing its philosophy of Responsible Luxury, strict safety,
and sanitation “WeAssure” protocol is followed at every point to ensure safe, low contact, and careful food delivery. The Packaging has been thoughtfully done and put together after thorough research on temperature, distance traveled, mode of transport, consumption techniques, re-heating
norms, and more. The food is packed in environment-friendly corrugated paper boxes.

Father's Day Brunch
Treat your dad to delicacies from around the world, interactive food stations, premium drinks, and endless moments of joyful activities with your loved ones.

Where?
Grand Market Pavilion
Let your Father Know he is One of a Kind

When?
20th June, 1 to 3:30 pm


The menu includes Do It Yourself For Your Hero - Moustache cupcakes, Gondhoraj lemon, and chili soft serve, Garden fresh vegetable dim sums, Naga Style Whole Roasted Chili Pork (Selected Naga spice coated pork roasted to perfection), Caribbean Style Whole Roasted Bhekti with garlic
sesame snow peas & broccoli Shahi Gosht Nihari (Tender morsel of lamb cooked slowly in rich brown onion gravy), Muffuletta (Perfect recipe of selected cold cuts enclosed in ciabatta with pickles, cheese & sauce) to name a few.
Meal for one
(Buffet) – INR 2150+ applicable taxes per guest

Where?
Ottimo

Ottimo Cucina Italiana is an endeavour to entice the palate with delectable
and authentic flavors from Italy. This exquisite Italian Ristorante
features a magnificently large live kitchen which puts our Chefs skills on
display where additionally you can treat yourself by watching your feast
being prepared in front of you. Take your pick from wood fired pizzas,
elaborate antipasti and a variety of artisanal pastas and cheeses

When?
20th June, 1 to 3:30 pm

6 course set menu. The menu includes Bruschetta Ai Peperoni Con Aglio
Bruciato E Riduziano Al Balsamico (Roasted bell pepper and burnt garlic
bruschetta with balsamic reduction)Tagliolini Al Burro E Salvia Con Tartufo
Nero Fresco (Tagliolini with butter and sage served with fresh black
truffle), Burrata Al Carbone Con Cipolle Caramellate E Pomodorini Confit
(Black Burrata with caramelized onions, heirloom tomato on a cob, Capesante
Con Crema Di Cavolfiore E Pancetta Croccante (Pan seared scallops with
cauliflower coulis & pancetta crisps) Spaghetti Al Nero Di Seppia Con
Crema Di Gamberi Frutti Di Mare E Pomodorini Arosto (Black homemade
spaghetti with shrimp reduction) and Stinco Di Agnello Al Vino Rosso Con
Polenta Morbida E Verdure Di Stagione (Slow cooked lamb shank served with
red wine glaze, soft polenta and seasonal vegetables) to name a few

Fathers Day | Father’s Day Specials In The Comfort Of Your Home From JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar

Father’s Day Specials In The Comfort Of Your Home From JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar   

Mumbai, June 2021: Celebrate the superhero in your life this Father’s Day as JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar curates a special ‘Father’s Day Brunch In A Box’ ready for order and delivery through “Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels'' food delivery service.

This Father’s Day, make your dad feel special and loved with an experience that spells refined luxury. The meal experience is prepared with the utmost care, necessary hygiene, and safety standards.

A delectable brunch delivered to you and your loved ones this Father’s Day with signature delicacies such as Chicken and Cheese Piadina, Chari Siu Tofu, Exotic Vegetable Piadina, Rum Braised Pork Belly, Chicken in Thai Green Curry,Baked Artichoke with Courgette and Olives, Vegetable in Thai Red Curry, Jasmine Rice, Paneer Dum Korma, Malika-E-Dariya, Zaffran Baked Kulcha.  Enjoy decadent desserts such as Zauq-E-Shahi, New York Cheesecake and receive Liquor Truffles and a Mini Cake, compliments from the team.

Sweet treats make for the perfect gesture of love. Surprise him with indulgent treats with Customized Chocolate Boxes curated for the occasion.

Make it a memorable Father’s Day with a host of exclusive offers and indulgent meals delivered to your doorstep by  JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar.

A Snapshot of Marriott Bonvoy On Wheels Father’s Day Special Brunch Box

• 20th June 2021 

• Non-Vegetarian - INR 2500 + Taxes

• Vegetarian - INR 2250 + Taxes

• Orders will be delivered from 12 pm to 2pm

• All orders need to be placed minimum 02 hours in advance

• 4 pieces of Liquor Truffle box and a mini cake with compliments from the team with each Brunch box

• To place an order, call 022 6882 8888 or Whatsapp on +919136981955

Special Father Day theme Chocolate Box 

• 16 Pieces at INR 900 plus Taxes

• 9 Pieces at INR 500 Plus Taxes

The More, The Merrier

• Order 4 Brunch Boxes and get the 5th one complimentary

• Complimentary delivery up to 15kms will be available on this offer.

Happy Moments That Return

• 30% discount vouchers with all orders worth INR 5000 and above.

• This is available for orders made directly and via Swiggy and Zomato. The vouchers can be utilized for future Marriott Bonvoy On Wheels direct orders.

About JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar

JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar offers effortless elegance and sophistication. Located 1 km away from the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai, the luxury hotel makes for an ideal destination for business and stay. With 588 spacious rooms, including 39 suites, the property offers authentic cuisine crafted with passion, care and local flavors. The property offers indoor and outdoor convention space, 11 well-appointed meeting rooms with state-of-the-art conferencing facilities. Spa by JW, the first of its kind in Asia Pacific, extends its host of therapies so one can experience holistic wellness. Visit us online on www.jwmumbai.com. For social media updates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter on @JWSahar. For more information, follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Google Plus. 

About Marriott International

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,500 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 132 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy™, its highly-awarded travel program. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.

Fathers Day | ITC Hotel Bengaluru offers Special menu to celebrate Fathers day at Home

Give your Superhero a Super Experience this Father’s Day, in the comfort of your home with ITC Hotels Bengaluru

This International Father’s Day, give the most important man in your life a larger-than-life experience, at the comfort of your home. Celebrate the man of the moment with ITC Hotels’ array of offerings curated for the occasion.

Delve into delectable culinary preparations from across the nation with our “Biryani & Pulao Collection by ITC Hotels”, evening and brunch menus in “Weekend Binge” and Father’s Day special delights from Nutmeg- all in the comfort of your home. Each of our delights is caringly selected, mindfully prepared, and packaged with care while adhering to stringent safety and hygiene protocols.

It’s time to appreciate this revered relationship and have your father spoilt for choice only with ITC Hotels Bengaluru.

Promotion Date & Timing
18th – 20th June 2021, Available from 1130 hours to 1600 hours and 1830 hours to 2330 hours

FATHER’S DAY OFFERINGS

Weekend Binge – Brunches & More
Vegetarian Box for Two - INR 2000 + taxes
Vegetarian Box for Four – INR 3700 + taxes
Non-Vegetarian Box for Two – INR 2500 + taxes
Non-Vegetarian Box for Four – 4100 + taxes

Father’s Day Themed Cake Selections
Each priced at INR 1200+ taxes/half kg and INR 2250 + taxes/kg
I Love Dad - Expresso & Chocolate Ganache Cake
Super Dad – Mango & Pistachio Cream Cake
Best Dad Ever – Peanut Praline Blondie Cake

Celebrating Dad Cupcakes
Box of One – INR 350 + taxes | Box of 4 - INR 1100 + taxes
Caramel Peanut Butter Cupcake
Triple Chocolate Cupcake

I Love You Dad Brownies
Priced at INR 1400 + taxes for 6 Brownies
Walnut and Chocolate Brownie

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PLACE AN ORDER:

ITC Gardenia 

Please contact Chethan Rai at +91 80 2211 9898 or email: chethan.rai@itchotels.in I mytable.itcgardenia@itchotels.in . You can also place your order at Zomato, Swiggy or Eazy Diner from our Flavours by ITC Gardenia Menu online.

ITC Windsor
Please contact Arun Kumar Singh at +91 80 6140 1123 or email: arun.singh@itchotels.in I mytable.itcwindsor@itchotels.in . You can also place your order at Zomato, Swiggy or Eazy Diner from our Flavours by ITC Windsor Menu online.

EVENT | Novotel Hyderabad Airport Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion week

Novotel Hyderabad Airport Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion week

  The week-long celebrations aimed at promoting the values of tolerance, openness, equity and, respect at the Property

Hyderabad: June 17th,  2021: Novotel Hyderabad Airport is celebrating ‘Diversity and Inclusion’ week from 14th June to 20th June 2021 at the property. It is being celebrated to honor and promote the values of tolerance, openness, equity, and respect, which are the core strengths of Accor group. The celebrations throughout the week are focused on Gender Diversity, Social Ethnic Racial, and Cultural Diversity, People with Disabilities, LGBTQ, and other social justice initiatives aimed at the wellbeing of the teams, stimulate innovation and improve individual and collective performance.

Novotel Hyderabad Airport has a long tradition of recognizing and encouraging diversity and celebrating community engagement. The Diversity & Inclusion week started with a cake-cutting ceremony with a commitment and pledge by all employees to strengthen and imbibe the principles of diversity & inclusion. The team conducted a wall painting session by the employees allowing them to express the Diversity and Inclusion theme through the creative use of colors. The painted wall in their staff area will be marked as a souvenir for diversity and inclusion week. Also, an interactive session and lunch were organized for the people with disabilities. All the activities were conducted by following the social distancing and sanitization guidelines

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rubin Cherian, General Manager, Novotel Hyderabad Airport said, “Diversity and inclusion are the important pillars of our culture. This week is dedicated to reiterating our commitment to fostering equality and diversity. Through these activities, we aim to create an inclusive and accepting environment that embraces the different backgrounds and viewpoints of all our employees and leverage them for a delightful customer experience.”

NEWS | Getaways booked out as Delhiites head for hills

There is an increase in consumers wanting safe vacations and destinations like Manali, Rishikesh, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Shimla and Mussoorie are on their list of popular destination according to Booking.com

From #lockdowndiaries to #wanderlust, the rapid change in priorities of Delhiites is evident — both on social media and on the highways. There’s a scramble to head out of the city, leaving the roads to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, the nearest getaways, choked with cars.

Most hotels in the hills or those close to the capital are sold out for the coming weekend. Ritu Mehrotra, regional manager (South Asia), Booking.com, disclosed, “We are seeing an increase in consumers wanting a safe vacation. Based on recent data, some of the most searched Indian destinations, besides New Delhi and Gurgaon, for the weekend of June 19-20 are Manali, Rishikesh, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Shimla and Mussoorie.”

Even hotels close by in Alwar and Manesar are almost fully booked for the weekend. City lodges too are expecting a busy time ahead.

The hills have ‘ayes’: A boost for hoteliers

Benita Sharma, area manager, North luxury hotels, ITC, said both their properties — the newly opened Welcomhotel Tavleen Chail and ITC Grand Bharat in Manesar — are sold out for the coming weekend. She said ‘drive cations and ‘safe staycations’, which gained popularity last year, aren’t just fads but here to stay and concepts such as ‘gourmet bubble’ are gaining popularity. Group restaurants Bukhara and Dum Pukht too are set to be crowded on June 19 and 20.

The rush to drive to nearby destinations has been a boon for domestic boutique hotels and chains. While Vinit Chhabra, general manager, The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Kashmir, reported a growing demand and impressive occupancy this month, Danish Din, director of The Golden Dragon Hotel, Ladakh, too was inundated with queries for June and July. Ahsan Shervani of Shervani Hilltop in Nainital said even the October-February offseason looks likely to be as good as the peak season.

“With families having been confined to home for so long, people are clamouring for leisure experiences,” observed Vibhas Prasad, Director, Leisure Hotels Group. “They will drive for long holidays to wide-open spaces amidst nature and mountains away from the summer heat.” Rahul Puri, general manager of The Westin Gurgaon and The Westin Sohna Resort and Spa, claimed a 30% growth in leisure guests and steadily rising average occupancy. Puri said the group’s Sohna property is proving popular for staycations because of activities like a petting zoo, horse riding, moon gazing and cycling.

City hotels such as The Lodhi too are expecting a busy weekend. Ever since the hotel reopened and dining in was allowed, it has received queries about weekend stays.

Simran Kodesia, communications head, Airbnb India & South East Asia, noted that while weekend trips to the hills were on the rise since the easing of the lockdown, the travellers were not letting their guard down. “Health and safety are top of mind for both the hotel hosts and guests, and we can discern an increasing number of travellers looking for secluded accommodations, tree houses, apple orchards and homes that are private but afford them a unique and immersive travel experience,” Kodesia pointed out. Hotels and websites too are being meticulous about vaccinating their staff and installing heightened safety measures to reassure the stir-crazy travellers.

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NEWS | Sterling Holiday Resorts standalone revenue increase by 13%; aims for 10 new resorts by 2022

Sterling Holiday Resorts continues its positive trend, records positive PBT for Q4 FY 20-21 amidst the pandemic.

Sterling Holiday Resorts Ltd. has recorded a positive PBT (Profit Before Tax) for Q4 FY 20-21 amidst the pandemic with a standalone revenue of INR 97 crore in Q4 FY 20-21 compared to INR 61 crore in Q4 FY 19-20 with a 58 percent increase compared to Q4 FY 19-20.

Resort occupancy dropped marginally from 57 percent to 54 percent but room nights grew 6 percent and combined with an 8 percent increase in Average Room Rate (ARR), resulted in resort revenues increasing by 13 percent. Sterling Palm Bliss, Rishikesh, was added to the resort bouquet during the quarter. Membership volumes grew by 20 percent with the introduction of the 10-year Vantage membership in Q3 FY 20-21.

Sterling is looking at an aggressive expansion plan and aims to double its inventory from the current 2,400+ rooms to 5,000 rooms by 2025. In line with this, over the last one year, Sterling has opened resorts in Guruvayur, Thekkady and Rishikesh. Currently, the company has several locations on an active search like Mysore, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Varanasi and Coorg and also exploring options near Mumbai and along the coasts of Orissa. In the course of 2021 and 2022, Sterling aims to add around 10 resorts with 500+ keys.

“Our radically different approach to the business that was implemented after the pandemic struck has helped the company report a positive PBT growth in Q4 2021. We implemented new strategies on our membership business aimed at increasing productivity while keeping a control on the Fixed costs through a number of cost-saving initiatives,” Ramesh Ramanathan, CMD, Sterling Holiday Resorts commented.

The leisure holiday and vacation ownership brand has introduced Sterling Vantage – a membership that is targeted at the Millennials who are a large target segment for holidays. It is a 10-year membership and is lighter on the pocket with attractive payment options and has helped build membership acquisition in these times.

The company have also introduced a number of sub-brands within the resorts and these provide unique services for the guests while increasing the revenue-generating opportunities within the resort.

“Sterling ‘Subuthi’ Spas across most of our resorts, Sterling LOCAL – our locally themed resto-bars have been well received by our guests. Special offers for Drive-to holidays, Staycation offers, an Anytime Holiday card that enables guests to buy now and holiday anytime in the coming year as per their convenience – have helped us gain traction with our guests.

We have introduced Sterling CARES – our comprehensive hygiene and sanitation program in association with Apollo Clinics. This has strengthened the confidence of our guests and we have been receiving strong reviews from them. We are also actively working on a vaccination for our employees to ensure a safe environment for our guests,” Ramanathan added.

The hospitality company has seen a drastic change in booking trends in the last couple of months. In the latter part of 2020 and even up until January 2021, the tourism industry was just beginning to pick up with guests opting to take quick breaks at drive-to destinations within 5 to 10 hours driving distance from their place of residence.

Travel restrictions were partially lifted in many states except for Kerala and Maharashtra, and Sterling witnessed a critical mass traveling from nearby cities especially to destinations like Mussoorie, Manali, Nainital, Corbett, Mt. Abu, Jaipur Kodaikanal, Yelagiri and Ooty.

“The second wave of the pandemic has created a deep impact on the industry, with most resorts being shut down due to the lockdowns and restrictions. But we are beginning to receive some inquiries as people anticipate the end of the lockdowns. While inquiries are still very low for June and July, we are receiving bookings and wedding inquiries from August onwards,” Ramanathan informed.

As the vaccination drive intensifies and once a majority of the population gets vaccinated, Ramanathan is hopeful of the states lifting travel restrictions, and the confidence of the people going up. “We are hopeful for an encouraging revival of the industry in the second half of the Financial Year 2021-22,” he commented

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NCLAT Stalls Withdrawal Of Oyo’s insolvency; Allows FHRAI To Intervene On Behalf Of Hotels

In the latest hearing of the Oyo Insolvency case before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), the Tribunal has allowed the intervention of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India’s (FHRAI) on behalf of hotels. The FHRAI has intervened on behalf of its member hotels that are operational creditors who are suffering hugely on account of non-payment of debt by Oyo. FHRAI members have filed claims before the IRP of around Rs.93 crores and the Association expects more hotels to submit their claims before the next hearing on June 21, 2021. 

FHRAI's Senior Counsel Kishnendu Datta represents FHRAI and Rs.93 crores of claimants that are FHRAI’s member hotels. There is close to Rs.200 crores worth of claims by claimants overall in the Oyo insolvency case with the NCLAT. Hotels have stated that Oyo entered into various kinds of agreements ranging from leave and license agreements to Management Services Agreement with minimum return assurances but Oyo eventually breached the terms of the agreements.

“There is an insolvency case against Oyo which is going on. Over the last couple of years, a lot of our members have reported to us about money owed to them and Oyo refusing to pay them. The FHRAI has pleaded to contest the case on behalf of its hotel members and the Hon’ble Tribunal has allowed it. We are representing many distressed hoteliers who individually do not have the capacity to take on Oyo single-handedly. We are glad that the Hon’ble Tribunal has allowed our intervening in the matter,” says Mr Pradeep Shetty, Jt. Honorary Secretary, FHRAI.

In its application to the Tribunal, the FHRAI has pointed out that a number of matters by several hoteliers are pending before various Courts against Oyo. Oyo has closed a majority of its operations and offices across India to further cheat member hotels and other similarly placed companies.

“Oyo operates its business under a maze of more than a dozen subsidiary entities. These entities enter into agreements with hotels and the FHRAI has data of hundreds of such hotels that have reported payment defaults and other unethical business practices by Oyo through these entities. The development so far in the case has given a sense of relief to several hotels across the country who felt short-changed by Oyo and the movement of consolidation of all victims of the hotel room aggregator is now gaining steam,” concludes Mr. Shetty.

About Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI):

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) is the apex body of the Indian Hospitality industry. Founded in 1955, the association has diligently built on its rich legacy and is today privileged to serve as the leading voice of hotel and restaurant industry and plays a seminal role in supporting the growth trajectory of India's hospitality and tourism sector. FHRAI provides a vibrant interface between the industry, government, regulatory bodies, academia, international organizations, civil society and the media.

Visit Maldives | Kuda Villingili Resort open doors in the Maldives

The total investment for the Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is INR 1000 crore.

MFAR Hotels & Resorts Private Limited announced the launch of Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives. The inaugural function was conducted in the presence of the resort’s first official guest, Sunjay Sudhir, High Commissioner of India to the Maldives. The resort is located amidst a sprawling 40-acre island in North Malé Atoll; a 30-minute speedboat rides away from Velana International Airport (MLE), making it one of the most accessible resorts in the Maldives. The total investment for the Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives is INR 1000 crore. MFAR has also acquired an island of INR 20 acres in the Maldives for development in the immediate future.

The resort features 59 exquisite beach villas including luxurious penthouses and 36 water villas with an option of private swimming pools. This idyllic haven, inspired by the sprawling nature of the Maldives perfectly balances a sense of togetherness and inclusivity with privacy and independence. It is a slice of paradise that embraces and celebrates the diversity of cultural expressions perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, or traveling groups.

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives also offers the choice of three diverse dining venues to its guests: The Beach Club, a South American take on the classic beach menu, the resort’s signature dining establishment The Restaurant that serves fresh, handcrafted gourmet food, and The Hawkers, an upscale dining venue with three distinct restaurants, Spice, East, and Med, that serve mouth-watering Indian-Arabic, Thai-Japanese, and Italian-Mediterranean fusion street food respectively, through each restaurant’s open kitchens.


“From island excursions to stellar surfing, from stargazing to wildlife encounters, from sandbank dining to big game fishing, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives will never be in shortage of exciting activities for our guests,” said Dr. P Mohamed Ali (Galfar), Chairman and Founder of MFAR group of companies.

“This much-awaited property was delivered within the promised time to our beloved guests. Experience the best Maldives can offer with our most convenient, comfortable, safe, and hassle-free stay,” said Abdul Basheer, Director of MFAR group of companies.

Other hospitality projects by MFAR Hotels & Resorts include Le Méridien Kochi & The International Convention Centre in Kochi, The Westin Chennai, and The Radisson Collection by Hormuz Grand, Muscat, Oman. MFAR has also acquired land in Sri Lanka for the development of a beach resort. The resort promises its guests state-of-the-art food & accommodation facilities and is already being dubbed as one of the best resorts to stay in the Maldives.

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NEWS | Doubletree Suites by Hilton Bangalore Completes Inoculation Of Its Team Members

DOUBLETREE SUITES BY HILTON BANGALORE COMPLETES INOCULATION OF ITS TEAM MEMBERS

Keeping the safety of guests and team members in mind, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Bangalore has successfully vaccinated all its team members.

In an endeavour to stay safe, the hotel management organized an extensive immunization drive over the course of two days. With the effective completion of the drive, most team members above the age of 45 have been administered with both the doses and those in the age-group of 18-44 have received their first dose.

General Manager - Subhabrata Roy and his team at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Bangalore are pleased that each individual at the hotel now has an added layer of safety to combat the ongoing pandemic. He said, “Ever since the pandemic hit the country last year, our main priority has been the health and safety of our team members. Vaccination along with Covid appropriate behaviour is the only way for us to fight this pandemic. With this initiative, our team members are assured of their health and wellbeing that will give them much needed peace of mind.”

He also believes that from a business point of view, the drive will help position the hotel better to meet the continuously evolving traveller priorities. “This will provide our guests added confidence and make DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Bangalore a natural choice when they decide to travel again”, he said.

As India continues to show resilience in its fight against the second wave of Covid-19, all mandated protocols have been implemented at the hotel. Over the course of last year, the hotel embraced two truly unique programs which provide safety and peace of mind from check in to check out to our esteemed guests and team members. Hilton CleanStay and Hilton EventReady with CleanStay programs continue to get enhanced from time to time.

The team members at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Bangalore are ready to welcome back guests to the newly titled ‘TecHalli’ of India.

NEWS | FHRAI submits presentation for industry revival to Tourism & MSME Minister

Tourism Ministry acknowledged the industry’s concerns and assured that necessary help will be extended to support the hospitality industry.

Senior delegates of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) met the Hon’ble Tourism Minister Prahlad Singh Patel and Minister of MSME Nitin Gadkari to discuss the deteriorating state of the Hospitality and Tourism industry and to recommend immediate fiscal measures to save it from imminent collapse. The Association submitted representations suggesting key policy changes for the revival of the sector.

The Association representatives also met and submitted the representation to Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, and Rakesh Kumar Verma, Jt. Secretary, Ministry of Tourism. The Association recently also held a virtual meeting with the Principal Economic Advisor, Ministry of Finance Sanjeev Sanyal with recommendations specific to the Hospitality sector.

The Tourism Ministry acknowledged the industry’s concerns and assured that necessary help will be extended to support the hospitality industry. It has also reassured that the sector’s issues and recommendations offered by the FHRAI delegates will be raised with the Prime Minister and the Finance Ministry. The Tourism Ministry is closely following up with the Ministry of Finance on the SEIS scheme and other concerns will be addressed on a one-on-one basis with the respective Ministries. The MSME Minister too has expressed that they are aware of the hardships the industry is going through and that will look into the industry’s concerns favorably with regards to the ECLGS scheme and the RBI’s Resolution Framework. Mr. Sanyal too has expressed that they will consider the industry’s demands favorably and at the earliest.

The Association has thanked Prahlad Patel, Nitin Gadkari, Sanyal, Singh, and Verma for their valuable time and for understanding the industry’s concerns.

“The pandemic has devastated the hospitality sector, businesses are steadily closing and NPAs are rising. In our meeting with the Ministers, we recommended a well-made sector specific stimulus package that addresses the most critical aspects of reducing financial loss, mobilizing loans and retention of employment. The recommendations include complete waiver of interest on loans beginning March 2020 till business normalcy resumes, announcement of special measures for the industry and the interest burden of loans borne by the Government for a fixed period, monthly basic salaries paid directly to tourism, travel and hospitality employees who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic, provision of a moratorium of 3 years on the principal loan amount, working capital support at interest on fixed deposit rate plus 2 percent or MCLR rate, the urgent release of SEIS pending payments, removal of secondary condition in EPCG and introduction of a long term financing scheme for at least 10 years back with a guarantee from Central Government to Banks and NBFCs,” says Gurbaxish Singh Kohli, Vice President, FHRAI.

The industry’s total revenue in FY 2019-20 stood at Rs.1.82 lakh Cr and as per our estimates, in FY 2020-21, approximately 75 per cent of the industry's revenues got wiped off. That is more than Rs.1.30 lakh Cr revenue hit for the Indian economy. The total loan outstanding to the hospitality industry is over Rs.60,000 Cr today.

“Since April 2021 the revenue hasn’t even crossed 8-10 percent. Our right to conduct business was taken away but the right to recover loans and charge interest by our lenders is being allowed. The Hospitality industry is under tremendous cash flow pressure to meet its operating expenses including payment of salaries and wages, repayment obligation to banks and financial institutions, and funding its capital expenditure plans. We request timely payment of cash flows under the SEIS scheme and refund of income tax payment that is due to the Hospitality sector. This will make a big difference to the ability of hotels to pay the workforce employed in the sector, meet the operational expenses and mange loan repayment obligations,” says Pradeep Shetty, Jt. Hon. Secretary, FHRAI.

The Association has suggested waiver or relaxation under the EPCG scheme. With regards to the average Foreign Exchanges Earnings (FEE), it has stated that the industry does not have any FEE to redeem the license as there has been no foreign travel in this pandemic. Even prior to the pandemic, the arrivals and spending of foreigners was dismal and the EPCG conditions were impossible to adhere to and hence the condition should be completely waived off and the conditions be deemed as adhered to and fulfilled. It has also suggested that foreign tourists visiting India, and staying and spending in hotels should be deemed as foreign exchange earned by hotels for the purpose of redemption of EPCG license. The Association has also requested waivers or reliefs to Greenfield Hotel Projects and expansion of existing hotels during the pandemic by releasing the Bank Guarantees and corresponding FDRs and IGST.

Due to financial losses, 40 percent of hotels and restaurants in the country have shut down permanently and about 20 percent haven’t opened fully since the first lockdown. The remaining 40 percent continue to run in losses. The financial institutions have marked the industry on the negative list.

“The industry is grappling with indescribable financial issues. It is imperative to make some additional provision of funds under the ECLGS and align the tenure and moratorium facilities of ECLGS 1.0 and 2.0 in line with ECLGS 3.0 to support the survival efforts of the sector. We have requested provisioning a special window for restructuring for the sector without any cap on loan exposure. We have also asked for the setting up of a redressal forum by the Government or the RBI to address issues faced by the Hospitality industry in availing loans for restructuring. Being the worst hit amongst other industries, the Association has suggested several steps in aiding the revival of the sector which will be crucial in the long-term health of both the sector and the country’s economy,” concludes D V S Somaraju, Treasurer, FHRAI.

Marriott International | Marriott to introduce Courtyard by Marriott brand to Sri Lanka

The hotel is expected to feature 164 rooms and is anticipated to open in late 2021

Marriott International, Inc. signed an agreement with Colombo City Centre Partners (Private) Limited, part of the Abans Group, one of Sri Lanka’s largest conglomerates with diversified interests in retail, real estate development, environmental management, and logistics to debut the Courtyard by Marriott brand in Sri Lanka. The hotel is expected to feature 164 rooms and is anticipated to open in late 2021.

“We are delighted to strengthen our Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of hotels in Sri Lanka with today’s signing,” said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific (excluding China), Marriott International. “This signing underscores our long-term commitment to Sri Lanka as a strategically important market, offering the potential to grow our brands and provide customers with more choices.”

Set in the heart of Colombo city adjacent to the Beira Lake, the Courtyard by Marriott Colombo will provide convenient business connectivity and excellent views of the city skyline. Slated to feature 164 modern-styled guest rooms and suites, the hotel will offer an inviting hospitality experience through its intuitive service and uplifting spaces, allowing business and leisure guests to shift gears smoothly from work to relaxation. Design plans call for thoughtfully designed rooms, featuring a functional work area, smart amenities, and high-speed internet access, empowering guests to stay both connected and productive while on the road, no matter the purpose of their trip.

“We are very pleased to collaborate with Abans Group, who share our vision to offer smart, intuitive service and high-quality accommodation in Sri Lanka,” commented Kiran Andicot, Regional Vice President - Development, South Asia, Marriott International.

The hotel is set to feature two dining venues – including an all-day dining restaurant offering a combination of Western dishes, Asian favorites, and a host of local delicacies as well as an adjoining Lobby Lounge decked with a full-service bar and a quick-bites menu. Additional plans call for a well-equipped 24-hour fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool and three meeting rooms to be fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and wireless internet.

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