Bulbul Dhawan

Bulbul Dhawan is Skift's Travel Reporter in India. She writes pieces that look at the hospitality, aviation, and tourism sectors of India, trying to untangle the various threads that bind the travel landscape together. Before joining Skift, she was the Editorial Lead at BW Hotelier.

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Tourism

Kenya Offers Incentives to Indian Travel Agents. Plus: New Metro Route to the Taj Mahal — India Report

India was the fifth biggest source market for Kenya in 2022. It, therefore, plays an important role in the African nation's strategy to recover its tourism sector from the pandemic.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

Chalet Hotels to Acquire Courtyard by Marriott Aravali Resort – India Report

The resort marked Mankind Pharma family's foray into hospitality in 2022. Post acquisition, it is now Chalet Hotels' second property in North India.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Online Travel

Cleartrip Is Winning More Travel Agents for Its Agency Business – India Report

Cleartrip's agency business is recording fast growth, a sign of its growing stake in the online travel sector in India.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

What’s Driving India’s Premium Hotel Occupancy – India Report

Several factors are driving the demand for hospitality industry in India, especially domestic tourism. ICRA expects this robust demand to lead to strong growth in FY2025.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Online Travel

MakeMyTrip to Promote ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’ – India Report

Goa has long been known for its beaches. But the state also offers a vibrant culture.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

Radisson Hotel Group Expands India Presence With 21 Hotel Signings – India Report

During 2023, Radisson Hotel Group in India took some major decisions, such as bringing the Radisson Collection brand to the country. As part of its strategic expansion, it is now looking at tier 2 and 3 markets.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

EaseMyTrip Enters Hospitality with Ayodhya Hotel — India Report

Ayodhya is at the center of hospitality development in India. IHCL, Radisson, and ITC are rapidly establishing their presence in the city to benefit from the tourist influx post the consecration ceremony of Ram Temple.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Online Travel

MakeMyTrip Unveils ‘Business Class Funnel’ to Grow Luxury Travel — India Report

As the travel industry grows in India, backed by investments in infrastructure and increased disposable income, MakeMyTrip is expanding its offerings.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Online Travel

Cleartrip Launches Corporate Travel Booking Tool: India Report

Post Covid, India has been witnessing a rise in corporate travel, driven by face-to-face meetings and conventions. New business hotels and convention centers are being developed to cater to the rising demand.

Bulbul Dhawan | 8 months ago

Airlines

Indian Carriers Inducted 112 Aircraft in 2023: India Report

The aggressive increase in the fleet size of airlines is accompanied by rapid expansion of operations. The Indian travel industry is rapidly growing, driven by the middle class.

Bulbul Dhawan | 8 months ago