Muniraj brings over two decades of experience across Indian and international hospitality brands, with a background spanning hotel operations, rooms management, revenue optimisation and guest experience. Prior to his appointment as general manager, Muniraj served as director of operations and, earlier, director of rooms at the property. In these roles, he spearheaded strategic initiatives, introduced technology-enabled guest amenities and drove improvements in guest satisfaction, said a release.Muniraj brings over two decades of experience across Indian and international hospitality brands, with a background spanning hotel operations, rooms management, revenue optimisation and guest experience. Prior to his appointment as general manager, Muniraj...
Five Asia Pacific deals covered: QT Singapore sold for SGD260M+, Josun acquires Yeosu resort, Westmont buys YOTEL Tokyo Ginza from Frasers, iRENT secures investment, and East Kazakhstan upgrades tourism infrastructure.Five Asia Pacific deals covered: QT Singapore sold for SGD260M+, Josun acquires Yeosu resort, Westmont buys YOTEL Tokyo Ginza from Frasers, iRENT secures investment, and East Kazakhstan upgrades tourism infrastructure.
HVS Europe’s weekly bulletin covers eight hotel transactions across the UK, Belgium, Spain, France and Germany, including the Rosewood London sale to Gencom.HVS Europe’s weekly bulletin covers eight hotel transactions across the UK, Belgium, Spain, France and Germany, including the Rosewood London sale to Gencom.
Dayuse launches its Daypass product in the U.S., letting hotels monetize pools, spas and cabanas to non-overnight guests, with partner hotels earning up to $300K annually in daytime revenue.Dayuse launches its Daypass product in the U.S., letting hotels monetize pools, spas and cabanas to non-overnight guests, with partner hotels earning up to $300K annually in daytime revenue.
Travail Hospitality acquires Hilton Dublin Airport and names Valor Hospitality as management partner
Travail Hospitality acquired the 179-key Hilton Dublin Airport, appointing Valor Hospitality as operator, with a multi-million-Euro refurb and rebrand to IHG’s voco brand planned for 2027.Travail Hospitality acquired the 179-key Hilton Dublin Airport, appointing Valor Hospitality as operator, with a multi-million-Euro refurb and rebrand to IHG’s voco brand planned for 2027.
Survey data showing 84% of managers vs. only 15% of frontline staff benefit from AI reveals a strategic misallocation that risks hollowing out the guest-facing layer hotels depend on for differentiation.Survey data showing 84% of managers vs. only 15% of frontline staff benefit from AI reveals a strategic misallocation that risks hollowing out the guest-facing layer hotels depend on for differentiation.
Scheduled to open in 2029, the 150-key hotel will bring Novotel’s Longevity Everyday philosophy to the Kumaon region, offering travellers a contemporary hospitality experience that combines wellbeing and meaningful connection in the natural surroundings of Jim Corbett. Designed with families and business travellers in mind, the hotel will encourage guests to embrace small, positive choices that support longer, fuller and happier lives, said a release.Scheduled to open in 2029, the 150-key hotel will bring Novotel’s Longevity Everyday philosophy to the Kumaon region, offering travellers a contemporary hospitality experience that combines wellbeing and meaningful connection in the natural surroundings of Jim...
A five-step process guide for hotel procurement teams sourcing FF&E from Foshan, covering spec writing, sampling, QC scheduling, lead time planning, and landed-cost budgeting.A five-step process guide for hotel procurement teams sourcing FF&E from Foshan, covering spec writing, sampling, QC scheduling, lead time planning, and landed-cost budgeting.
Bar licences will not be renewed for Kerala hotels denied star classification: State excise minister
In a significant decision, hotels that have had their star classification applications rejected by the Union Tourism Ministry will see their bar licenses not renewed. The Kerala government is currently awaiting comprehensive details on these establishments from the Union Ministry. The excise minister M Liju, acknowledged pandemic-related delays in processing but emphasised the importance of adhering to regulations.In a significant decision, hotels that have had their star classification applications rejected by the Union Tourism Ministry will see their bar licenses not renewed. The Kerala government is currently awaiting comprehensive details on these establishments from the Union Ministry. The excise minister...
The early months of 2026 witnessed a significant 10 percent increase in India’s alcohol consumption volumes. Among various categories, full-strength beer saw a notable rise of 16 percent, marking a striking divergence from the downturns faced by markets like the US and China. Furthermore, the consumption of no-alcohol beer soared by 25 percent, signaling a shift in consumer habits.The early months of 2026 witnessed a significant 10 percent increase in India’s alcohol consumption volumes. Among various categories, full-strength beer saw a notable rise of 16 percent, marking a striking divergence from the downturns faced by markets like the US and...