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To recognize Resorts that aim to maintain physical and/or mental wellbeing of their guests through outdoor/indoor activities and provide a holistic wellness and rejuvenation experience.
Certificate attesting to the hotel's categorization, star rating, and registration records. A well-organized selection of balanced, healthful food and beverage goods (fresh, healthy, delicious, organic food) and list of activities planned by the hotel. The hotel should include facilities such as indoor pool, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, and treatment rooms (with enough space and in a sufficient number for the hotel size); additional relaxation/recreational rooms or lounges with an unusually calming atmosphere etc.
To recognize hotels that offer their guests the highest levels of luxury through personalized services, a vast range of amenities, and sophisticated accommodations.
Certificate attesting to the hotel's 5* star rating (Ministry of tourism, India or any online platform) Standalone concierge staff available at least 16 hours a day. 24-hour reception, room service, valet parking, butler, doorman, etc. Nightly turndown Easy communication with hotel staff - even via text or app. Daily housekeeping that is also available upon request at any time. Laundry, ironing, dry cleaning, and shoe polishing. Guest elevators separate from staff elevators. Medical Team and resources on call. Luggage storage in which bags are out of guest view. Fine dining restaurant(s) and a standalone lounge and/or bar. Transfers and executive or house car. Childcare options including vetted babysitting service. Pre-check-in registration and preferences.
To recognize hotels that tends to cater towards the business segment with amenities such as meetings rooms, in-house catering and are located in high proximity to city centres, convention centres and/or commute systems.
Location in the commercial district. Concierge assistance. Transfer services; car rental and lodging (laundry services, express dry-cleaning services within four hours, ironing services within one hour, safe box in each guestroom). Three or more conference rooms equipped with all the necessary technology. 24-hour security and simultaneous interpretation/translation services. A "business room" with the standard office amenities, including a computer, fax machine, phone, copier, scanner, and the option to rent a laptop.
To recognize hotels that that have been built in places of palaces/castles/forts/havelis/hunting lodges/residence of any size built prior to 1950 and offer a traditional experience to their customers.
The facade, architectural features, and general construction should have distinctive qualities and ambience in keeping with the traditional way of life of the area. After expansion/renovation, the newly built-up area added should not exceed 50% of the total built-up (plinth) area, including the old and new structures.
To recognize small and intimate hotel, held in a stylish design decor with a personal note that are true to its heritage and provide guests with personalized services and is typically situated in a fashionable urban location.
Characteristics of the hotel (architecture, interior design, unique atmosphere) Restaurant Further services (laundry, iron and ironing board in the room, in-room safe, express dry-cleaning)
To recognize homestays which give a home-like apartment feel to the guests and include amenities such as kitchen, bedroom, essential cooking appliances, period house keeping services, etc.
A home-like apartment feel to the guests and include amenities such as kitchen, bedroom, essential cooking appliances, period house keeping services, etc.
To recognize hotels that significantly reduce their environmental impact through green best-practices in maintenance, services, logistics, products, supplies and encourage environment friendly services and living.
Energy Saving Systems Sustainable Local Products Water Saving Systems Non-Toxic and Natural Carbon Neutrality
To recognize hotels with continuous effort, resourcefulness, and creativity that hospitality brands, be it big or small, showed which, in turn, influenced the way Indian weddings & celebrations are planned.
Ballroom, conference room, and meeting rooms with several uses. Room for every part of the wedding. Different ceremonial space, various venues. Stunning locales, design/architecture details, and photo opportunities. Further services (Laundry services, dry-cleaning services, ironing services). Additional wow impact items (opportunity for fireworks). Spa/Wellness facility. High standards for service. 24/7 room service.
To recognize hotels/resorts which offers an altogether different experience to their guests with the beautiful wildlife that they house in there.
Situated near a wildlife sanctuary Offers jungle safari/nature walk Bird watching Lush green space
To recognize hotels that have a unique architecture which reflects the location and theme of the hotel and is able to make a great first impression for their guests. This includes designing of the common areas, rooms, etc. to enhance guest experience.
1. A modern philosophy of hotel design is all about telling a story. 2. Reflect the location and external elements. 3. Make great first impression. 4. Pay attention to the guest room's design. 5. Design common areas for experiences.
To recognize hostels which feature large rooms with separate beds, a shared bathroom, and a communal kitchen. It can also include low-cost private rooms with bunk beds.
1. Typically has dormitory-style sleeping arrangements. 2. An inexpensive lodging facility for usually young travellers.
To recognize independent restaurants which are not affiliated with any existing corporate chains and offer a wide and unique variety of food and beverages along with an enhanced fine dining experience to their customers.
An independent restaurant is one that is owned by the proprietor and is not affiliated with any corporate chain.
To recognize resorts which offer an altogether different experience to their guests with a variety of amenities and facilities.
A facility which is located near special attraction primarily for vacationers, as any place and/or establishment that provides lodging and usually meals not compulsory and other entertainment/s and various personal services for public is registered.
To recognize hotels/resorts who have worked towards fulfilling their social responsibilities and have in turn contributed towards the well being of the society and environment.
1. The legal actions and operational changes that any business should ideally make to benefit society. 2. Respecting diversity, giving to charitable causes, following sustainable practices and encouraging healthy lifestyles.
To recognize small to medium-sized hotel establishments that offer basic accommodations with basic services to their guests.
A place on average throughout the eligibility period of the average rent for the room/place was certain amount, targeting the people who can only spend a minimum amount for staying.
To recognize a nightclub/pub which offer a wide variety of food and liquor along with other sources of entertainment such as music, dance floor, live band, etc.
A place of entertainment open at night usually serving food and liquor and providing music and space for dancing and often having a floor show.
To recognize talented chefs that create the best food experiences in India that show exceptional talent and creativity in their craft and commendable leadership among their colleagues and peers.
Minimum 5 years work experience as a chef. Head chef for minimum 1 year in current hotel/restaurant.
To recognize outstanding travel content from around the country and across the web. These blogs will be judged for the entirety of their culinary content published during Oct 2020 till 31st November 2022.
Social media videos and blogs
To recognize an agency that specialises in putting together impressive MICE programmes, events or itineraries and are well known for delivering high quality service within the MICE industry.
To recognize a tour operator with an innovative and successful approach to tourism in within India.
To recognize a tour operator with an innovative and successful approach to tourism for across the globe.
To recognize a domestic commercial airline within the civil aviation of India which work towards enhancing their customer's in flight and other experience through their amenities and facilities.
Must have a registered office in India.
