Speaking about the partnership, Dr. B Ravi Pillai, the Chairman of RP Group, opined that “It is a partnership for progress and this collaboration will enhance innovation and further popularize the tourism destinations and its experiences in Gods Own Country, Kerala. This synergy will successfully curate the experiences that showcase the true nature of Kerala’s culture, winning the hearts of travelers and enthusiasts across the world.”
Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Operating Officer of the Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, commented, “We are delighted to reintroduce The Leela brand into Kerala as we welcome The Leela Kovalam, a Raviz Hotel back into our fold and introduce The Leela Ashtamudi, a Raviz Hotel, a hidden gem into our portfolio. This expansion is in lockstep with the growing demand from the discerning global leisure traveler to experience meaningful and transformative journeys that are an authentic expression of a region’s beauty, heritage, cuisine and culture.”
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ganesh Ravi Pillai, the Vice Chairman of RP Group said, “The endeavor would be to curate the finest experiences that showcase the true essence of Kerala’s culture, and delight travelers from around the world. The unique value proposition from this association would be built around four-fold expertise in creating architectural wonders, experience management, culinary delicacies and authentic wellness offerings.”
About the significance of the new relationship, Mr. Asish Nair, Vice President of RP Group in India said “the association with The Leela will give these Iconic destinations a global reach and connection. Apart from Kovalam and Ashtamudi, all the other Resorts and Hotels of R P Group in India and in the Middle East will remain under The Raviz brand including The Raviz Kadavu and The Raviz Calicut in North Kerala. We are also innovating the Kerala experience with a multi-modal view. The RP Group recently took delivery of Asia’s first Mercedes Benz designed Airbus H-145-D3 Helicopter. The luxurious rotorcraft will operate and offer services from the helipads of Kovalam, Ashtamudi and Kadavu Resorts.”
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