Virgin Atlantic accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi rollout
Virgin Atlantic is fast-tracking the rollout of Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet, starting with Airbus A350 aircraft from May. The airline plans to offer free, high-speed connectivity to Flying Club members, with two-thirds of the fleet expected to be connected by end-2026. The service will enable seamless streaming, browsing and communication, enhancing the onboard experience with reliable, low-latency internet.
BWH Hotels signs Best Western Resort in Corbett
BWH Hotels India has signed a new Best Western resort near Jim Corbett National Park, strengthening its presence in key leisure destinations. Developed by Belvoir Hospitality, the resort will feature around 100 rooms, dining venues, landscaped lawns, a pool and recreational facilities. Designed for leisure travellers, wildlife enthusiasts and corporate groups, the project reflects BWH’s continued expansion across high-demand nature and hill destinations in India.
Airbnb data shows rising Asia travel trend among Indians
Airbnb data highlights a strong shift in Indian outbound travel towards Asia this summer, with destinations like Osaka, Tokyo, Busan, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok witnessing significant search growth. Gen Z leads this trend, contributing over 40% of searches and growing rapidly year-on-year. Within India, destinations like Thiruvananthapuram, Puri, Meghalaya and Jaipur are also gaining popularity among domestic travellers.
BEKIND Hospitality launches ‘Maharaja Experiences’ in Maldives
BEKIND Hospitality Group has introduced ‘Maharaja Experiences’ across its Maldives properties, Fushifaru and Meyyafushi, targeting Indian travellers. The curated offering blends luxury with cultural familiarity, featuring personalised services, immersive stays and family-centric experiences. With unique features like underwater dining and overwater padel courts, the initiative aims to deepen engagement with India’s fast-growing outbound travel market.
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“Maharashtra continues to be a key growth engine for ITC Hotels. The addition of two new Fortune properties reemphasises our conscious desire to deepen presence in high-potential tier II destinations across the state. Nashik represents a unique convergence of spirituality, viticulture and emerging urbanisation, while Tadoba is gaining prominence as one of the most sought-after wildlife tourism circuits in the region. This expansion allows for diversification of our portfolio beyond the metros, strengthening our leisure, destination-led offerings.”
Anil Chadha, Managing Director, ITC Hotels Limited
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