The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru has embarked on a deliberate beverage-led refresh, unveiling two distinct bars designed to broaden the city’s drinking landscape. The Cloak Society, a deliberately elusive speakeasy occupying the former hotel bar, trades accessibility for theatricality, pairing a curated cocktail programme with luxury brown spirits to deliver an intimate, flavour-forward experience. Tequiro, by contrast, channels high-energy conviviality for a younger, nightlife-focused crowd. General manager Reuben Kataria and newly appointed director of beverage Colin Tait say the redesigns reflect both a response to Bengaluru’s burgeoning cocktail culture and a desire to differentiate from copycat venues.The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru has embarked on...
Operating commercial establishments such as hotels, gyms, beauty parlours, bakeries, sweet shops and mobile food stalls in Rajasthan is set to become significantly more expensive following a major revision in annual trade license fees by the state government, officials said on Tuesday.Operating commercial establishments such as hotels, gyms, beauty parlours, bakeries, sweet shops and mobile food stalls in Rajasthan is set to become significantly more expensive following a major revision in annual trade license fees by the state government, officials said on Tuesday.
Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG marks the brand’s debut in the capital as it continues UK&I momentum Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG marks the brand’s debut in the capital as it continues UK&I momentum
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort emerges as a defining expression of the brand’s global evolution, now rolling out across the world – built on the belief that travel has the ability to expand the mind and connect cultures. From intentional, restorative design to Concierge-led moments and spaces to celebrate, the experience has been crafted to satisfy guests’ lifelong pursuit for knowledge and deliver rich cultural insight, said a release.InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort emerges as a defining expression of the brand’s global evolution, now rolling out across the world – built on the belief that travel has the ability to expand the...
Located in the heart of Hyderabad’s life sciences corridor, Ginger Hyderabad, Genome Valley offers 75 rooms designed for the needs of the modern traveller. The hotel features Ginger’s signature dining experience, Qmin and is well-suited for small corporate gatherings with comfortable meeting spaces, said a release.Located in the heart of Hyderabad’s life sciences corridor, Ginger Hyderabad, Genome Valley offers 75 rooms designed for the needs of the modern traveller. The hotel features Ginger’s signature dining experience, Qmin and is well-suited for small corporate gatherings with comfortable meeting spaces, said a release.
Housed within the historic Bawlas ki Haveli, a heritage property dating back to 1820 that was once gifted to a Rajput noble of the royal court of Mewar in Udaipur, Minimalist – Lake Pichola Edit carries forward the timeless charm of old Udaipur. Originally used to host distinguished guests during the princely era, the haveli reflects the richness of traditional Rajasthani architecture through its terracotta walls, intricate jharokhas, and heritage-inspired detailing. The section that now houses the property was historically known as the Mardana Haveli, a space reserved for hosting male guests, as the purdah system was prevalent during that...
The acquisition marks Ziptrrip’s first buyout within three years of its operations, underlining both the pace at which the company has scaled and its intent to build depth beyond core corporate travel. The move expands its presence across business leisure, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) and experiential travel, segments that demand stronger supply networks and higher levels of execution. Going forward, Ziptrrip will focus on strengthening its platform and partner network, with an emphasis on deeper collaboration and operational efficiency. This positions the company to deliver high quality, customized travel experiences across MICE and Business leisure at scale, added...
People confined to indoors are increasingly turning to online platforms for purchases spanning daily essentials to cooling products and consumer electronics. While this also means a heavier workload for delivery executives, the platforms said they are taking measures to help them cope with the weather.People confined to indoors are increasingly turning to online platforms for purchases spanning daily essentials to cooling products and consumer electronics. While this also means a heavier workload for delivery executives, the platforms said they are taking measures to help them cope with the weather.
With people increasingly adopting AI to help plan their vacations, hotels are working to make sure that you check them out — and check in. “What a hotel needs to do to get well referenced by search engines is not the same thing that they need to do to get referenced by artificial intelligence,” said Johanna Benesty at BCG. Moreover, not all AI models “work in the same way,” she added.With people increasingly adopting AI to help plan their vacations, hotels are working to make sure that you check them out — and check in. “What a hotel needs to...