Industry Insights

Rajasthan tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi won the third prize in the Popular Choice category, highlighting the exquisite Usta gold art of Bikaner and celebrating the state’s rich cultural heritage

Sterling Holiday Resorts unveiled Sterling Arka Suites in Puri, the city’s first all-suite upscale boutique hotel offering spacious suites, cultural experiences, and curated dining, while remaining connected to the existing Sterling Puri resort

Czechia is inviting Indian travellers to explore the country at their own pace in 2026 through its “Feel Free To” concept, offering flexible, experience-led travel across seasons

Romano’s at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day with an Italian-inspired evening of handcrafted cocktails, a curated menu, and intimate, romantic touches

OPO Hotels has expanded its portfolio with the addition of OPO Horizon Surbhi Grant in Khatu Shyam Ji, Rajasthan, a newly built and operational property catering to the region’s strong pilgrimage and travel demand

Eco Hotels & Resorts Limited has entered into an agreement to develop a new hotel in Ayodhya, marking another step in its expansion across high-growth spiritual and cultural tourism hubs in India

SpiceJet announced the launch of its first-ever flight services to Imphal, Manipur, starting February 10, 2026. With daily flights from Kolkata, Guwahati, and Mumbai, the new routes aim to boost connectivity to the North-East

Etihad Guest has announced a significant expansion of its loyalty programme in India with the addition of five new partners, enhancing everyday earning and redemption opportunities for members across the country

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts launched Mövenpick Dubai Creek, following the rebranding of the former Golden Sands Hotel Creek. The property combines modern comfort with a prime Creekside location

Thomas Cook (India) Limited has expanded its forex network in Bengaluru with a new outlet in JP Nagar, offering a wide range of currency, remittance, prepaid card, and digital forex services