Dhanji's tenure within the Association spans several years, during which she has made significant contributions to various committees and task forces, including the Digital & Distribution and Loyalty Committees and Emerging Leaders Network.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) yesterday announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Rakuten Group Inc.'s travel reservation service Rakuten Travel, a leading online travel agency in Japan, to collaborate on a seamless travel booking experience linking the two companies' loyalty programs
Harwood is a respected leadership voice in professional organizations across the industry. In 2021, she was elected the first female president of Accommodation Australia - the nation's most prominent hospitality assembly.
In 2022, IHG celebrated its 600-hotel milestone in Greater China. Within a mere year and a half, an additional 100 hotels were introduced.
Holiday travelers are looking to relax and unwind - napping in a comfy bed, soaking in a hot tub, or booking a day spa - and more than half (55%) are finding sanctuary in hotels.
These new hotels include new properties for five of its brands, including InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Holiday Inn Resort.
Opening in 2025, InterContinental Chiang Rai Golden Triangle Resort will offer 68 one- and two-bedroom pool and plunge pool villas. Kimpton Chiang Rai Golden Triangle, which currently operates as The Imperial Golden Triangle Resort, will undergo an extensive renovation and convert to the Kimpton brand with 68 suites, along with a range of facilities.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif, in partnership with Al Jumaiah Group. Both properties are set to open in Q4 2025 in the Al Shafa, Taif, a destination located 2,500 meters above sea level and known for its historical sites
IHG Hotels & Resorts is delivering on its commitment to support female colleagues in Malaysia, where 58% of its senior management roles are now held by women which surpasses the country average of 40%
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with NK Sharma Hospitality Pvt Ltd to develop two new hotels in the Chandigarh tri-city area - Crowne Plaza Chandigarh Zirakpur in the premium segment and Holiday Inn & Suites Chandigarh Zirakpur from the essentials collection. Currently under construction, both hotels are scheduled to open in January 2027.