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

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