Hilton Mumbai International Airport announces the appointment of Mr. Kiran Kumar  as its new Director of Food & Beverage , effective January 2026. Photo credits: Hilton Mumbai International Airport With over 15 years of experience  across leading global hospitality brands, Mr. Kiran brings strong expertise in Food & Beverage operations, revenue management, team leadership and guest experience innovation. An MBA in International Marketing and a graduate in Hotel Management &

Photo credits: Mr. Salim Shaikh "We look forward to a Union Budget that strengthens India’s position as a leading global travel destination, with increased investment in tourism infrastructure, last-mile connectivity, and urban hospitality development. Simplified licensing, single-window clearances, and access to affordable financing will enable hotel groups like Monday Hotels to expand responsibly and sustainably. Key priorities for the hospitality sector include: Sustainab

Photo credits: Machan Resorts "In this year’s Union Budget, we at Machan Resorts hope for measures that encourage both sustainable and responsible tourism, including incentives for eco‑friendly infrastructure, renewable energy adoption, and low-impact operations.  Beyond sustainability, we also look forward to policies that support the broader hospitality ecosystem such as simplified licensing, financial assistance for small and mid-sized resorts, and improved connectivity to

Machan Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of  Ankit Kotriwal as Head of Finance, based at the Mumbai Head Office. Photo credits: Machan Resorts A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Ankit brings with him over 15 years of extensive experience across leading global corporates. He has worked with reputed organisations such as Ernst & Young, KPMG to mention a few, gaining strong expertise in financial controls, audits, compliance, risk management, and strategic f

Photo credits: Jumeirah Olhahali Island With over 20 years of international culinary experience, Chef Carmine brings a considered blend of classic foundations and contemporary expression to Jumeirah Olhahali Island . His journey began in a family-owned kitchen in Italy, shaping a deep respect for craft and tradition, before evolving across award-winning kitchens restaurants and luxury hotels across Asia, the Caribbean, and South America. During his career in Asia, kitchens un

This festive season, ELE|NA at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI invites guests to embrace a period of reflection, renewal and mindful letting go with the arrival of Dr. Amit Kumar (Eknath), a globally respected holistic wellness practitioner and master of yoga, meditation and sound healing. Set on one of the Maldives’ most serene private islands, the residency transforms the traditional holiday atmosphere into a sanctuary for clarity, rest and meaningful reconnection. Spanning the fes

Global hospitality leader Minor Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph Dueker as Cluster General Manager for Anantara Kalutara Resort and Avani Kalutara Resort, effective September 2025. Photo credits: Minor Hotels With more than 20 years of international experience, Christoph has worked with some of the world’s most respected luxury and lifestyle hotel brands across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Having started his career with Four Seasons, he has held

The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantar a is pleased to announce the appointment of Nishant Gangadharan Nambiar as the new Hotel Manager. With over 20 years of global luxury hospitality experience, Nishant is renowned for crafting moments that linger long after a stay ends. His passion lies in creating personalised, transformative experiences with thoughtful details and intuitive service intuitive. Photo credits: The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zamb

The Machan Lonavala , India’s leading eco-luxury resort brand, has announced the appointment of Vikas Toksya as Resident Manager.  Photo credits: The Machan Lonavala With over 19 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Vikas has been associated with renowned brands including the Cyrus Poonawalla Group, Radisson Blu, and Hyatt Hotels. He brings with him extensive expertise in operations management, guest experience, and team leadership. In his new role, Vikas will be

Radisson Blu Resort, Bali Uluwatu is delighted to welcome Yann Marteau as the new General Manager. Photo credits: Radisson Blu Resort, Bali Uluwatu With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including a decade in Indonesia, Yann brings a wealth of expertise in sales and marketing, revenue management, and luxury hotel operations. His impressive career spans leadership roles across world-class hotels, with successful postings in destinations like Dubai, Mont

Centara Reserve Samui , the flagship of Centara Hotels & Resorts' luxury portfolio, proudly announces the appointment of  Olivier Pauchard as Director of Food & Beverage , bringing a fresh perspective and creative leadership to the resort's acclaimed dining experiences. Photo credits: Centara Reserve Samui A results-driven hospitality professional, Olivier joins Centara Reserve Samui with over a decade of experience in luxury hotels and resorts across Asia and Europe. Known f

Angsana Velavaru proudly announced that its General Manager, Ahmed Zahir, has been named South Asia’s Best General Manager at the...

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With over 20 years of rich experience in the hospitality industry, Gaurav brings a unique blend of operational excellence, people-centric...

JW Marriott Hotel Tashkent is excited to announce the appointment of Ilkin Imanov as General Manager. Photo credits: JW Marriott Hotel...

The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake is delighted to welcome Savio Fernandes as their Hotel Manager at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake. Photo...

Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts has appointed Nicolas Kassab as its general manager, as the cliffside resort enters a new phase of...

Planet Hollywood Thane , the city’s first five-star luxury and lifestyle hotel at Hiranandani Estate, has announced the appointment of...

ELE|NA , the wellness lifestyle brand redefining hospitality through nature-inspired healing and transformative guest experiences, is...

The Westin Yokohama , a next-generation lifestyle hotel rooted in well-being, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Howden as...