QUICK SHOTS
Mountains or Beaches – Beaches
Favourite Holiday Destination – Maldives and Australia
Window or Aisle seat – Aisle Seat
Favourite Cuisine – Arabic
Hobbies- Travelling, working out
Travel hack- I always like to travel light
– Adl Abdul Karim, Jt. Managing Director, Fly Creative Online Ltd.
UP grants Industrial Status to Hotels
The Hotel Association of India has announced that the Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha has passed a resolution granting industrial status to hotels, aligning with Rajasthan’s tourism policy. This move is expected to boost investment, reduce operational costs, and accelerate growth in the hospitality sector. Given UP’s focus on tourism expansion—especially post the Prayagraj Kumbh, Ayodhya development, and the Bundelkhand Expressway opening—this could be a game-changer for the state’s hospitality industry.
Oceania Cruises’ Riviera to debut in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
Oceania Cruises is preparing its luxurious 1,250-guest ship Riviera to sail its first-ever Australia and New Zealand season of voyages. Riviera will be the only Oceania Cruises vessel in the region to offer exclusive itineraries with a gourmet foodie focus. The 2026 Australia and New Zealand season will run from November 2025 to March 2026, featuring a diverse selection of itineraries ranging from 14 to 35 days, with departures from multiple ports across the region.
German Travel Delegation explores Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh Tourism recently hosted Mr. Henning Gaster and Mr. Cristofer Gratz from Suntours, Germany, on a FAM trip. Their journey featured Bhopal’s Tribal Museum, a boat ride on Upper Lake, the UNESCO-listed Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, a safari in Satpura’s Madhai region, scenic Pachmarhi, and a wildlife adventure at Pench’s Touria Gate. The visit deepened tourism ties and highlighted the state’s diverse offerings.
Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport Appoints Abhishek Sachdev as General Manager
Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has announced the appointment of Abhishek Sachdev as its new General Manager. With a diverse experience spanning almost two decades, he is poised to lead the hotel into its next phase of growth and transformation. Stepping into his new role in Mumbai, he is eager to drive innovation while preserving the hotel’s strong legacy. His vision focuses on leading a comprehensive room renovation, reimagining the hotel’s food and beverage offering, and raising the bar on guest experiences.
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