Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO, IHCL

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has introduced the Italian restaurant, Paper Moon in Goa. This marks the debut of the brand in India, which will bring alive authentic Italian gastronomic tradition. Located in the historic settings of Taj Fort Aguada Resort and Spa, Goa, Paper Moon overlooks the historic 16th century coastal fort and the Arabian Sea, offering guests a culinary experience with a view.

Speaking about the launch, Puneet Chhatwal, M.D & CEO, IHCL, said, “IHCL has a long-standing legacy of being a pioneer in introducing unique culinary concepts and cuisines, while offering guests the best-in-class dining experiences. We are delighted to partner with Ristorante Paper Moon S.R.L to bring Paper Moon to India. With its marquee location at Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa, Goa, India’s first luxury beach resort, Paper Moon will offer authentic Italian flavours in a setting true to the cuisine.”

Paper Moon, which opened its first restaurant in Milan in 1977, will present its trademark traditional Italian cuisine at its new outpost, which reflects Goa’s vibrant spirit. Crafted using the freshest produce, the menu at Paper Moon changes with the season. An exquisite choice of ingredients will allow guests to experience a fresh variety of delicacies every season. Speaking on the occasion, Claudio Bertoni and his team, Ristorante Paper Moon S.R.L said, “From the heart of Milan’s fashion district to the heart of India’s leading beach destination, Paper Moon has made its way across the globe for over four decades, bringing alive authentic Italian flavours. With this opening at Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa in Goa, Paper Moon is excited to introduce our legendary culinary experience in India, and we are delighted to partner with IHCL for the journey of the brand in India.”

	Suma Venkatesh, Executive V.P-Real Estate & Development, IHCL

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a SeleQtions hotel in Munnar, Kerala. A brownfield project, this hotel is a management contract with CRB Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd.

Commenting on the signing, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President - Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “IHCL has always been at the forefront of identifying destinations with a strong tourism potential and putting them on the global travel map. A much sought-after hill-station for its natural beauty, Munnar is popular for leisure travel. This hotel will further elevate the hospitality landscape of Munnar. We are delighted to partner with CRB Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. for this project.”

Featuring a combination of 55 rooms and suites, the SeleQtions hotel will be located at an easy driving distance from Kochi airport. It will house an all-day restaurant and bar, in addition to a fitness centre, swimming pool and spa, making it ideal for a leisure getaway. Located at a short driving distance from the Tata Tea gardens, this hotel will be the perfect location for those looking to revel in the midst of nature, while its banqueting facilities will cater to bleisure travel, events and conferences.

Cyriac Augustine, Group Chairman, CRB Group, said, “This SeleQtions hotel will allow guests to experience a slice of the rich natural beauty that Munnar is known for. We are excited to partner with IHCL, India’s leading hospitality company, to create a unique hospitality experience for guests in the heart of the “Kashmir of South India.” With the addition of this, IHCL has 14 hotels in Kerala including three under development.

The most awaited Indian wedding season is upon us, and as couples and families gear up for the most special occasion of their lives, Timeless Weddings by Taj is here to make every couple’s dream come true. Taj has been a leader and is synonymous in the wedding segment for over a century, and continues to create the most magical and memorable memories of a lifetime. Timeless Weddings, the brand’s unique wedding proposition, gives guests the choice of some of the most exotic and magical locations, curated menus, innovative themes and the quintessential Taj hospitality, all under one roof.

Thematic weddings steeped in heritage and grandeur, or breezy nuptials on the shore, Taj’s array of exceptional hotels, serve as breathtaking backdrops for a dream wedding. “Regally Yours” is a popular choice amongst couples, who are rediscovering the magic and allure of Taj’s authentic grand palaces in Rajasthan, and for those who have always envisioned a fairy-tale wedding fit for a Maharaja and Maharani. Goa, which has always been a wedding favorite with its balmy beaches and laid-back inimitable Goa spirit, comes alive in Taj’s sprawling and spectacular beach resorts located across the north and south-west coasts of this beach destination. For those seeking a touch of serenity on their special day, Taj’s resorts in Corbett, at the foothills of the Himalayas, and in Rishikesh, by the banks of the majestic Ganges, serve as peaceful and rejuvenating havens. Spectacular venues of iconic Taj hotels in Kolkata, Delhi and Mumbai having played host to millions of Indian weddings; making for exceptional urban locations for intimate weddings.

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, recently announced its debut in Bharuch with the opening of a Ginger-branded hotel. Designed on the philosophy of re-imagined lean luxe, Ginger Bharuch offers guests the opportunity to blend the lines of work and play in the midst of dynamic spaces that boast of a seamless co-existence of contrasts.

Speaking on the occasion, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, “IHCL remains committed to the immense tourism potential of Gujarat and this opening is in line with our strategy of being present in all key cities across India. One of the oldest cities in the country and a key industrial centre, with the opening of Ginger Bharuch, we now have 16 operational hotels across brands in the state.”

Strategically located near the major manufacturing hubs in Ankleshwar, Jhagadia and Dahej, Ginger Bharuch is located within comfortable driving distance from Surat and Vadodara airports, as well as Bharuch Railway Station. Featuring 55 rooms, an all-day diner offering a mix of global and local cuisines, a conference room, banquet hall and fitness centre, Ginger Bharuch is the perfect destination for bleisure travellers.

Located near the Narmada River, Bharuch is the oldest city in Gujarat, known for its rich history and heritage. It is also a key industrial hub and is home to many Indian and multinational companies including multiple textile mills and chemical plants.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 19 hotels across Taj, SeleQtions, Vivanta and Ginger brands across Gujarat including three under development.