IHG debuts voco Brand in Punjab with Amritsar opening
IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched voco Amritsar, marking the debut of its premium voco brand in Punjab. Located near the Golden Temple, the hotel features 139 rooms, multiple dining options, a spa, and extensive event spaces including a grand ballroom. With sustainable design elements and contemporary interiors, the property caters to leisure, business, and spiritual travellers alike.
Moustache Group reports strong summer demand in Himalayan destinations
Moustache Group of Hotels has reported a 15–20% rise in summer bookings across its Himalayan properties, with ADRs up by at least 10%. Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh lead demand as travellers seek cooler destinations. Popular locations like Nainital and McLeodGanj are witnessing strong occupancy, with families and small groups driving demand across the group’s 19 properties in the region.
Saudia commences Hajj 2026 operations with over one million seats
Saudia has launched its Hajj 2026 operations, beginning with its first flight from Dhaka to Jeddah carrying 376 pilgrims. The airline plans to operate across 75 days, offering over one million seats and serving 145 destinations globally. Supported by a fleet of 160 aircraft and dedicated teams, Saudia aims to ensure a seamless pilgrimage experience.
The Fern Hotels signs new property in Ayodhya
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of The Fern Residency Ayodhya, strengthening its presence in Uttar Pradesh. Scheduled to open in 2028, the hotel will feature 63 rooms, dining facilities, and spaces for social and corporate events. The project aligns with the group’s expansion strategy in key spiritual destinations, focusing on sustainability and modern hospitality offerings.
#First Opinion
“Especially in times of economic uncertainty and geostrategic conflicts, it is extremely important to maintain personal contacts within the industry. A key element of this year’s GTM was strategic exchange with key accounts from tour operators and online travel platforms regarding the current geopolitical situation and the foreseeable impact of the war in the Middle East on inbound tourism to Germany. The GTM also offered us the opportunity to highlight the strengths of Germany as a travel destination and to present its competitive advantages within Europe, such as an excellent price-performance ratio, outstanding hospitality and service quality, as well as numerous new products.”
Petra Hedorfer,
CEO, German National Tourist Board (GNTB)
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