SOH (Soul of Hospitality) Magazine

Why is Atlantis Dubai still the gold standard in luxury hospitality? Luxury collaborations, iconic design, Michelin-level dining, bespoke service, sustainable practices, and the high-powered MICE and high-profile weddings could be some of the reasons. Atlantis Resorts DOLCE&GABBANA Nobu Restaurants #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHVibeCheck #AtlantisDubai #AtlantisThePalm #AtlantisTheRoyal #LuxuryHospitality #LuxuryTravel #DubaiHotels #LuxuryExperience #HospitalityExcellence #MichelinStar #CelebrityChefs #DolceGabbana #LouisVuitton #Beyonce #ExclusiveLuxury #TravelInStyle #LuxuryLifestyle #MICE #DestinationWeddings #IndianWeddings #SustainableLuxury #MarineConservation #LuxuryDesign #ImmersiveExperiences #Aquaventure #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

On 8th March 2025, International Women’s Day, Airbnb unveiled compelling insights drawn from its internal data on women Hosts. Beyond just numbers, the findings highlight the evolving role of women in the homestay sector—showcasing their growing presence, economic impact, and the ways in which they are shaping hospitality on their own terms! Airbnb Amanpreet Singh Bajaj Brian Chesky Hiroki Asai Tara Bunch Jay Carney #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHTrends #Airbnb #WomensDay #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #Host #WomenHosts #AirbnbHosts #India #Varanasi #London #Dubai #Paris #Rome #Bangkok #Tbilisi #Millennials #GenZ #Hospitality #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Business #HospitalityMagazine #TravelTrends #HospitalityNews

Marriott International continues to strengthen its presence in South Asia, reporting an impressive 11% YoY surge in RevPAR. Driven by strong ADR growth and rising occupancy, this momentum highlights the sustained demand in key Indian cities—Hyderabad, Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. Marriott International Anthony Capuano Adnan Haq Apoorva Gandhi Brian King Carla Murray Drew Pinto Ed Purnell Erika Alexander Frid Edmond George Hammer Hilary Cook Jane Hendrick Jeff Voris Jim Connelly Kelli Gibson Liam Brown Satya Anand Tricia Primrose #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse #MarriottInternational #HospitalityIndustry #RevPAR #ADR #HotelGrowth #TravelTrends #LuxuryHotels #BusinessTravel #SouthAsia #IndiaHotels #Tourism #HospitalityNews #HotelExpansion #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

Indian travellers are leading the way in sustainable tourism! A new Agoda survey reveals that 82% of Indians are prioritising eco-friendly choices in their travel plans this year—well above the Asian average. From choosing green stays to travelling off-peak, the shift towards responsible tourism is stronger than ever. Are you making sustainability part of your journeys? Agoda Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, India WWF-India #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHNews #EcoFriendlyTravel #TravelGreen #ResponsibleTourism #EcoConscious #TravelMoreImpactLess #IndiaTravel #GreenTravel #SustainableLiving #WWF #ConsciousTravel #MinimalistTravel #Agoda #EcoTourism #SustainableFuture #GreenIndia #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

IHCL continues its growth story in Punjab with the signing of Gateway Ludhiana and Ginger Ludhiana, strengthening its presence in the region. These two new hotels, developed in partnership with Hampton Sky Realty Ltd., will cater to Ludhiana’s growing business and leisure landscape. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) Ginger Hotels Suma Venkatesh Gateway Hotel Beejal Desai Gaurav Pokhariyal Ajay Dutta Jodi Leblanc Mohit Gupta Rohit Khosla Puneet Chhatwal Deepika Rao Ranjit Phillipose Prabhat Verma Ankur Dalwani Rajendra Misra #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse ##IHCL #GatewayHotels #GingerHotels #Ludhiana #HospitalityIndustry #IndianHotels #LuxuryHotels #BusinessTravel #SmartCity #Tourism #Punjab #HotelDevelopment #RealEstate #TravelIndia #TajHotels #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

Starwood Hotels is making a bold return, blending its storied legacy with cutting-edge, tech-driven hospitality. With over 40 properties across four continents, its portfolio spans the eco-conscious 1 Hotels & Homes, the ultra-luxurious Baccarat Hotels & Residences, and the playful Treehouse Hotels. Rooted in sustainability, exceptional design, and immersive experiences, this revival marks a new era of innovation in luxury travel. Starwood Hotels Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Raul Leal Abhay Bakaya Toni Stoeckl Sara Sullivan Jonathan Heath Nicholas Demasi Shadi Omeish Milton Sgarbi Starwood Capital Group Baccarat Hotels & Resorts 1 Hotels Treehouse Hotels #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse #StarwoodHotels #Hospitality #LuxuryTravel #HotelIndustry #TravelNews #SustainableTravel #EcoLuxury #InnovationInHospitality #LuxuryHotels #HotelRebranding #BarrySternlicht #RaulLeal #BaccaratHotels #1Hotels #TreehouseHotels #Sustainability #FutureOfTravel #GlobalExpansion #TechDrivenTravel #GuestExperience #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Vasundhara-based I.P. Constructions Pvt. Ltd. to launch Ramada by Wyndham Ghaziabad Vasundhara, marking the brand's third hotel signing in Delhi-NCR. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Ramada by Wyndham Rahool Macarius Geoff Ballotti Dimitris Manikis Geoff Ballotti Michele Allen Scott Strickland Amit Sripathi Paul Cash Monica Melancon (She/Her) Shilpan Patel Krishna Paliwal Gustavo Viescas Geoff Ballotti Myra Biblowit Mukul Deoras #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse ##WyndhamHotels #RamadaByWyndham #HospitalityIndustry #HotelDevelopment #HotelFranchise #DelhiNCR #Ghaziabad #Vasundhara #IndiaHospitality #BusinessTravel #LuxuryHotels #TravelIndustry #CorporateTravel #HotelInvestment #Expansion #NewHotels #StrategicGrowth #RealEstateDevelopment #FranchiseBusiness #HotelLife #StayWithUs #Wyndham #RamadaHotels #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

With the launch of The Fern Heaven on the Hills, a tranquil retreat set against the stunning Hatgad-Saputara hills in Maharashtra, The Fern Hotels & Resorts expands its portfolio to 39 properties across the state, offering 68 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites with picturesque valley or garden views, including select accommodations with private gazebos and indulgent Jacuzzi suites boasting sweeping panoramas of the surrounding landscape. The Fern Hotels & Resorts Suhail Kannampilly Param Kannampilly Rahul Chaudhary Noshir Marfatia Krishna Poojary Basant Sabu Punish B Sharma Devraj Halder Vaishali Momaya Manish Naresh Deolekar Mohit Sharad Kevin Ashley Martis Vinod Cougnery Deepak Kadam Prrasad S Bal Lorraine Sharma Ritesh Sen #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse #TheFernHotels #FernHeavenOnTheHills #Hatgad #Saputara #LuxuryResort #Hospitality #TravelMaharashtra #ResortLife #SustainableTravel #EcoLuxury #LuxuryGetaway #AdventureTravel #WeddingDestination #EventVenue #ScenicRetreat #HotelLaunch #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

Hilton Hotels  has announced the signing of its first Signia by Hilton hotel in Asia Pacific, set to open in Jaipur, India. This milestone follows the recent debut of Signia by Hilton Amman, the brand’s first property outside the United States, as it continues expanding into key gateway destinations. Hilton Hilton Hotels & Resorts Signia by Hilton Alan Watts Akansha Bakshi Clarence Tan Kevin Jacobs Chris Nassetta Laura Fuentes Katherine Lugar Chris Silcock Zubin Saxena Reema Singh Manish Tolani #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse #HiltonHotels #SigniaByHilton #LuxuryTravel #JaipurHotels #HospitalityIndustry #RajasthanTourism #BusinessTravel #EventVenues #LuxuryHospitality #TravelAsia #IndiaTravel #HotelDevelopment #MICE #LuxuryEvents #HotelNews #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine

In our February 2025 print issue, Anmol Ahluwalia, Area Director of Operations, Delhi, and General Manager of the Taj Mahal, New Delhi, shares his journey of redefining excellence in hospitality. Leadership in luxury hospitality is more than just managing a hotel—it’s about people, passion, and perception. From Goa’s iconic resorts to Delhi’s legendary landmark, his vision is shaping the future of Indian luxury. Read more about his leadership philosophy and what it takes to helm a flagship hotel in today’s dynamic landscape. Taj Hotels Anmol Ahluwalia The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) Puneet Chhatwal Deepika Rao Ranjit Phillipose Ajay Dutta Beejal Desai Gaurav Pokhariyal Jodi Leblanc Mohit Gupta Rohit Khosla Suma Venkatesh Prabhat Verma Ankur Dalwani Rajendra Misra #SOH #SOHMagazine #SOHPulse #LuxuryHospitality #Leadership #TajHotels #HotelLeadership #LuxuryHospitality #TajHotels #HospitalityIndustry #LeadershipExcellence #HotelManagement #IndianLuxury #CustomerExperience #InclusiveLeadership #SustainableHospitality #DelhiHotels #CareerInHospitality #FutureOfHospitality #GuestExperience #CSR #DEI #HospitalityGrowth #LuxuryTravel #HotelSuccess #BrandPerception #Travel #Tourism #Culture #Cuisine #Culinary #Hospitality #Business #HospitalityMagazine