Novotel Ahmedabad announces the appointment of Prosenjit Biswas as Food & Beverage Manager, marking a strategic addition to the hotel’s leadership team as it continues to shape contemporary hospitality and immersive dining experiences. With over fourteen years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Prosenjit brings with him a deeply evolved understanding of food & beverage operations, restaurant management, guest engagement, and service orchestration across luxu

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida is pleased to announce the appointments of Yogesh Sharma as Executive Housekeeper and Shailesh Kaushik as Learning & Development Manager. These strategic additions to the leadership team reinforce the hotel’s commitment to operational excellence, world-class hospitality, and employee development. Photo credits: Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Yogesh Sharma – Executive Housekeeper Yogesh Sharma joins Crowne Plaza Greater Noida with over 17 years of exte

Dusit International , one of Thailand’s leading integrated hospitality companies, has appointed Marc Handl as Managing Director of Dusit Thani Bangkok, its reimagined luxury hotel overlooking Lumpini Park in central Bangkok, alongside Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside, two upcoming luxury residential offerings managed by Dusit. All three form part of Dusit Central Park, one of the city’s most significant mixed-use developments, which also includes a retail centre, an office

Hilton Mumbai International Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Amol Reel as Commercial Director , further strengthening its leadership team and reinforcing its commitment to driving strategic growth in Mumbai’s dynamic hospitality market. Photo credits: Hilton Mumbai International Airport Amol brings over a decade of extensive experience across Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Strategy , having worked with globally renowned hospitality brands including Ta

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida , part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Amit Kumar as its new Director of Engineering . Photo credits: Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Amit Kumar brings with him more than 17 years of extensive experience in engineering operations within the hospitality industry. In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s engineering operations, maintenance systems, sustainability initiatives, and infrastructure

Capella Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Roland Fasel as President , commencing 6 April 2026 . Photo credits: Capella Hotel Group With more than three decades of leadership in the luxury hospitality sector, Mr. Fasel brings exceptional strategic acumen and proven operational excellence to the organisation. His career has been defined by a steadfast commitment to building strong, values‑driven cultures—an approach that aligns closely with Capella’s vision

Novotel Ahmedabad, a prominent property under the globally acclaimed hospitality group Accor, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Nikhil Chandra as its new General Manager. Photo credits: Novotel Ahmedabad With an accomplished hospitality career spanning over two decades, Mr. Chandra brings a rare blend of operational depth, commercial acumen, and strategic leadership to his new role. Having worked with globally respected brands such as Accor, Hilton, InterContine

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida has also announced the appointment of Rashmi Kamboj as Director of Sales & Marketing . Photo credits: Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Rashmi brings over 25 years of rich and diverse experience in hospitality sales and marketing . Prior to joining Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, she was associated with Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park as Director of Sales , where she played a crucial role in driving commercial success and

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida has appointed Nisshant Kumar as its Director of Operations . Photo credits: Crowne Plaza Greater Noida With over 20 years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry , Nisshant brings extensive expertise in hotel operations, strategic leadership, and commercial performance. Prior to joining Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, he was associated with Hyatt Regency Lucknow as Director of Sales & Marketing , where he played a significant role in driving

Planet Hollywood Thane City proudly announces the elevation of Arun Prakash as Director of Operations, marking an important milestone in his successful journey with the organisation. Photo credits: Planet Hollywood Thane City Arun began his association with the hotel as Executive Housekeeper and through consistent dedication and strong operational leadership, progressed to the role of Rooms Division Manager. His career growth reflects a deep understanding of hospitality oper

Dusit Thani Maldives on Mudhdhoo Island in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll will host an exclusive culinary residency by Michelin-starred Chef Christophe Chiavola from 5 to 10 March 2026 , bringing refined French craftsmanship and nature-driven gastronomy to the resort’s oceanfront restaurant, Sea Grill. Photo credits: Dusit Thani Maldives Known for his instinctive, seasonal approach to cuisine, Chef Christophe has earned international recognition for his precise t

Minor Hotels , a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, has appointed Winston Gong as General Manager of Avani Kota Kinabalu, reinforcing the group’s leadership as the hotel accelerates its commercial strategy and guest experience agenda ahead of the hotel’s launch in Q2 2026. Photo credits: Avani Kota Kinabalu Winston brings extensive international hotel leadership experience across Australia, Asia and the Middle East, with

Novotel announces the appointment of Mr. Amit Sangwan as Cluster General Manager of Novotel Goa Candolim and Novotel Goa Resort & Spa . Photo credits: Novotel A seasoned hospitality leader with over two decades of experience , Amit brings extensive expertise in operational excellence, guest experience transformation, and people-centric leadership across luxury, upper-upscale, and business hotel segments. He joins the Novotel Candolim complex from Novotel Ahmedabad , wher

Hilton Mumbai International Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sandip Nalawade as Director of Engineering . Photo credits: Hilton Mumbai International Airport With over 23 years of extensive experience in hospitality engineering across leading global brands including Hilton, Ritz-Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, Sofitel, Conrad, JW Marriott, Accor and Hyatt , Mr. Nalawade brings deep expertise in engineering operations, sustainability, energy management, and l

Photo credits: Machan Resorts "Budget 2026 sends a clear signal that tourism growth must go hand in hand with environmental responsibility. The focus on nature-based tourism, ecological trails, heritage conservation, and experiential destinations reflects a conscious shift towards building tourism that is mindful, inclusive, and future-ready. Investments in connectivity, destination skilling, and digital documentation of cultural and natural assets will help disperse tourism

Charles Fisher has been appointed General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong . Drawing on more than 20 years of management experience with Four Seasons, he will lead this flagship property in Asia into a new chapter. Intrepid globetrotter, tenacious problem-solver, luxury hospitality aficionado: Charles Fisher wears the various hats of a hotelier with ease. Photo credits: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong An “airline baby” whose father worked with British Airways, Charles e

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