Air India Express launches direct Kochi–Bangkok flights
Air India Express commenced direct flights between Kochi and Bangkok on October 25, 2026, operating four weekly services on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The route forms part of the airline’s largest-ever winter schedule, comprising approximately 585 daily flights across 65 destinations and over 220 routes. From Kochi, the airline will operate around 250 weekly flights, including 104 international and 146 domestic services.
Hyatt and Brigade Group sign two Bengaluru hotels
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has partnered with Brigade Group to develop two Hyatt Regency hotels in Bengaluru, collectively adding approximately 600 rooms. Hyatt Regency Bengaluru at Brigade Global Park will feature 350 rooms and 25,000 sq. ft. of meeting facilities, while the Whitefield-Kadugodi Road property will offer 250 rooms and extensive event spaces. Both hotels will form part of mixed-use developments, catering to corporate, MICE and leisure demand.
Sterling opens 26-room Resort in Bandhavgarh
Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited has opened Sterling Bandhavgarh in Madhya Pradesh, strengthening its Central India wildlife portfolio. Located in Tala village, approximately 2.5 km from Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve’s Tala Gate, the 26-room resort offers Machan Suites, Safari Tents, Courtyard Rooms and Forest Rooms. Combining wildlife experiences with heritage, culture and nature trails, the property supports Sterling’s vision of promoting immersive wilderness holidays.
Eco Hotels & Resorts expands Maharashtra presence
Eco Hotels & Resorts Limited has launched The Eco Sambhaji Nagar, a 52-room property in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, strengthening its regional hospitality portfolio. Catering to business and leisure travellers, the hotel features accommodation, banquet facilities and dining options, including its signature restaurant Oh! London and EcoSip Cafe. The property targets corporate meetings, weddings, conferences and social gatherings.
#First Opinion
“Seeing Cordelia Sky and Cordelia Empress sailing together was a very special moment for all of us. Five years ago, we began with a vision to make cruising a holiday choice for more Indians. Today, we have two ships sailing from two homeports, giving our guests more destinations, more itineraries and more ways to experience a holiday at sea. Mumbai has been central to our journey from the beginning, and adding Kochi as a homeport allows us to take cruising closer to many more travellers across India.”
Jurgen Bailom,
President & CEO, Cordelia Cruises
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