GAP Group unveils 200-Key Hyatt Place Dholera in Gujarat
GAP Group has commenced work on Hyatt Place Dholera, a proposed five-star hotel developed in partnership with Hyatt. Located in Dholera Special Investment Region, the property will feature 200 rooms, including 20 suites, across approximately 2.6 lakh sq. ft. Facilities will include restaurants, meeting spaces, a swimming pool and gym. Banquet facilities and an outdoor lawn will accommodate approximately 500 guests for conferences and social events.
Cozzet Hotels expands Delhi footprint with new property near Yashobhoomi
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has launched Cozzet Yashobhoomi Dwarka, New Delhi, located just 500 metres from the India International Convention & Expo Centre. The hotel currently features 35 rooms, with 15 additional rooms planned in Phase II. Facilities include Olive & Oak restaurant and a 30-person boardroom. Strategically positioned near Delhi Airport and Dwarka Expressway, the property caters to convention delegates, corporate travellers and transit guests.
The Fern Hotels opens 71-Key resort in Chikmagalur
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has launched UG The Fern Resort & Spa Chikmagalur, Series by Marriott, expanding its Karnataka portfolio to 10 operational hotels. Nestled amid coffee plantations, the 71-key resort offers rooms, villas and suites, alongside dining venues Eraaya, Café Flora and rooftop lounge Vyoma. Facilities include a swimming pool overlooking Shola forests, a spa and event spaces catering to corporate gatherings, weddings and leisure travellers.
Yas Island Abu Dhabi gears up for action-packed final quarter of 2026
Yas Island Abu Dhabi is preparing for a vibrant final quarter featuring the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026, Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, comedy shows and international concerts. Following a record 44 million visits in 2025, up 16%, the destination anticipates strong visitor demand. Hotels recorded 84% average occupancy last year, while theme parks witnessed 10% growth, reinforcing Yas Island’s tourism appeal.
#First Opinion
“Indian outbound travel continues to diversify. Kazakhstan, Vietnam and the Caucasus are seeing strong leisure interest, while the UAE, Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore continue to perform well. Saudi Arabia is emerging as a promising destination. Vietnam and Malaysia have grown strongly, supported by easier visas and affordable connectivity. Georgia, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are attractive alternatives to the traditional European circuit. Travellers increasingly seek accessibility, value, unique experiences and simpler visa processes. Technology will play a larger role in how travel is bought and managed, but human expertise, guidance and reassurance will remain equally important.”
Manoj Samuel,
CEO & Director, Riya Travel & Tours
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