Taj Hotels News

Vivanta by Taj – Dwarka opens to guests in Delhi
After a successful presence in New Delhi for over three decades, the Taj Group has announced the launch of Vivanta by Taj – Dwarka. The opening is a significant milestone, representing the 30th Vivanta by Taj hotel within the Taj portfolio. Strategically located within close proximity to the airport and the business district of Gurgaon, the hotel is a short drive from Lutyen’s Delhi, ideal for business as well as leisure travellers.

Taj Dubai takes Indian hospitality to the United Arab Emirates
Taj Group has announced the opening of its highly anticipated luxury hotel Taj Dubai, located in the prestigious Burj Khalifa downtown area. The Taj group, established in 1901, is a pioneer and market leader with 128 hotels, resorts and palaces spanning sixty four locations in India and fifteen international locations in four continents. “We are delighted to enhance the nobility of Indian heritage and hospitality in one of the world’s most vibrant cities,” said Rakhee Lalvani, director, public relations, Taj Group.

Jade Ajwani, sales manager, 51 Buckingham Gate, Taj Hotels
Jade Ajwani, sales manager, 51 Buckingham Gate, Taj Hotels talks to Breaking Travel News at ITB 2015.

Delna Jasoomoney, Inbound Leisure, Taj Group
Delna Jasoomoney, Inbound Leisure, Taj Group talks to Breaking Travel News at ITB 2015 about the Taj Palace hotel in New Delhi.

Taj Group launches free Wi-Fi across hotel portfolio
The Taj Group has introduced complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity for residential guests across its 125 hotels around the globe. A first-ever all brand-inclusive initiative in India, guests at any of the Taj Group of hotels - The Taj, Vivanta by Taj, Gateway Hotels and Ginger will now be able to enjoy free Wi-Fi connectivity for the duration of their stay on up to three devices as soon as they check-in to the hotel.

Gateway Hotels & Resorts expands into India with Damdama Lake property
The Gateway Hotels & Resorts, part of the Taj group, has announced the opening of the Damdama Lake Gurgaon, the first Gateway branded resort in India, increasing the brand portfolio to 25 properties. Situated in the outskirts of Gurgaon in the NCR region of Delhi, the 78-room Gateway Resort Damdama Lake Gurgaon is an urban sanctuary nestled in the heart of the Aravalli hills.

Taj Safaris reopens luxury lodges for winter season
Taj Safaris’ luxury wildlife lodges in India, Mahua Kothi, Baghvan, Banjaar Tola and Pashan Garh will reopen for the winter season on October 15th 2014 with a series of new themed experiences. Guests are invited to embrace the magic of Madhya Pradesh and enjoy ‘Soul Safaris’, a series of bespoke adventures that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Indian jungle.

Taj Cape Town prepares for Big Bottle festival
More than forty of South Africa’s most prestigious wine producers will be digging deep into their cellars to source their big-format bottled wines for the fourth annual Big Bottle Festival. The event begins with an exclusive gourmand dinner at The Reserve, Taj Hotel Cape Town on Friday, August 29th, and is followed by the walk-about tasting on August 30th.

New leadership for Indian Hotels-owned Taj Group
Rakesh Sarna will join Indian Hotels Company as managing director and chief executive September 1st, 2014. He will take over from Raymond Bickson, who will step down after 11 years in the roles.

Vivanta by Taj taps into all-inclusive market
Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef - Maldives has unveiled Maldives Unlimited, an all-inclusive plan, which is a first for the Taj Group

WTTC 2014: Interview with Raymond Bickson, chief executive, Taj Hotels & Resorts
Breaking Travel News here talks with Taj Hotels & Resorts chief executive Raymond Bickson about the continued success of the World Travel & Tourism Global Summits, the importance of China as a market for the brand and what the future holds for the brand.

WTTC 2014 Hainan, China - Interview MD & CEO, Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces
Breaking Travel News speaks to MD & CEO, Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces at WTTC 2014.