- Novotel Vijayawada Varun
On Diwali celebrations this year, Abhishek Pani, Hotel Manager, Novotel Vijayawada Varun expresses, “In lieu with our aim towards sustainability, we are celebrating green diwali at the hotel with no fire crackers among the other measures. Just like previous years, we are practicing vocal for local by decorating our hotel with the beautiful diyas made by the local vendors of the city. We have also associated with an NGO and will be sharing the joy of festivity with the kids of the NGO”.
- ITC Grand Central Mumbai
Bhagwan Balani, General Manager ITC Grand Central discloses “Hoteliers in India are excited to embrace the festival of lights with much pomp and fervor this year. Especially, because post pandemic and the consecutive lock-downs, we have got this opportunity to come together without any fear and celebrate Diwali this year.”
He further adds “Our business, is back to normal standards, with delivery and takeaway orders spiking up for a variety of Indian sweets, savories’, chocolates and much more through the ITC app and also through guest phone calls. A large amount of bookings can also be witnessed in the restaurants to celebrate this festive season.”
“Our hotel ITC Grand Central in Parel Mumbai, is hosting pre Diwali festivities this weekend until Saturday. And brunch will be available on Sunday and Monday. Apart from the restaurant offerings, we have the festive Diwali hampers for gifting to our special ones. Indeed Diwali this year is very special for us, as we can feel the love and
light in the air.”
- Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
Pranay Verdia, Cluster General Manager, Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel reveals “For Diwali this year we will be following our traditional Indian ritual to welcome guests with a Teeka, Aarti, Garland, a welcome drink and Mithai. The staff will be placing special welcome amenities for the occasion along with greeting cards to make it a really memorable visit for all guests. The all-day dining restaurant Feast will host the Diwali Brunch showcasing an elaborate spread of delicacies for the occasion.”
He further adds “Internally, our celebration starts with a Laksmi Puja, praying for a better year ahead. A variety of activities like Rangoli competitions are held for the staff and employees keeping in tune with the festive spirit. All members of the staff during this period are in ethnic wear and enjoy decorating their respective departments for the occasion. The hotel distributes Hampers to all the employees, wishing them a happy and prosperous year ahead.”
- DoubleTree by Hilton Goa, Panaji
Shiv Bose, General Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa, Panaji expresses “In addition to our ongoing offerings, which involves sweet box distribution for team members and business partners, special brunch to celebrate the festival of lights, we have embarked on celebrating the festival with the under-privileged. Our partnership with Goa Outreach has brought joy to over hundred children and their families. We have distributed groceries and sweets to make their Diwali truly memorable”
- Hyatt Place Bharuch
Manoj Janardhan, General Manager, Hyatt Place Bharuch shares “This year with our newly launched hotel – Hyatt Place Bharuch, we are bringing a new trend in the city with – “Celebrate with Hyatt” wherein our guests can gift their loved ones our specially curated Hampers and enjoy sumptuous dining options throughout the Diwali.”
“Also at the hotel, the Diwali rangolis are made with bio-degradable colours, the diyas are made from earthly clay which is again crafted by some underprivileged special children from the village and the firecrackers are pollution-free, overall an eco-friendly and sustainable Diwali celebration is what we are aiming towards.”
- Sayaji Hotels
Raoof Dhanani, MD, Sayaji Hotels comments “We leave no stone unturned to capitulate our food lovers by keeping innovation and palatable delights at the forefront. Our restaurants aim at offering an unforgettable dining experience and surpass all prior expectations.”
