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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Oyo to expand to 300 cities by FY26, eyes doubling booking revenue
IPO-bound global travel tech platform Oyo on Friday said it plans to accelerate company-serviced hotel expansion in FY26. It expects to double the booking revenue from its company-serviced properties from 22 to 44 per cent in this period, while also increasing its presence from 124 cities to over 300 cities across India. Currently, the platform has more than 1,300 company-serviced hotels in the country, including Townhouse, Capital O, Palette and Townhouse Oak-branded hotels, the popular mid-segment brands for the company. It is eyeing 1,800 company-serviced hotels by FY26, compared to around 900 in FY25. Oyo is focusing on leisure cities, pilgrimage destinations and business corridors, where demand remains strong for expansion. A few cities in the pipeline include Mohali, Faridabad and Jalandhar in the north; Cuttack, Asansol and Darjeeling in the east; Mangalore, Kollam, Port Blair and Kasaragod in the south; and Bhilwara, Vapi, Junagarh and Jalgaon in the west, the company added. Speaking on the expansion plan, Varun Jain, Chief Operating Officer of the company, said: 'The programme is in line with Oyo's strategic focus for 2025 for the India market, which aims to drive profitability by enhancing the overall guest experience. These hotels record a higher customer rating of 4.6, compared to the overall average of 4.0. The occupancy rate of these hotels is also 2.7 times higher than other hotels. Their consistent focus on quality service also drives a repeat customer rate that is 1.3 times higher than the rest. The superior ratings reflect better service standards, well-maintained facilities and a seamless guest experience, which results in stronger guest loyalty and repeat stays in our hotels.' Oyo initially introduced company-serviced hotels in FY23. During that period, they contributed less than 2 per cent of its booking revenue.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Raise a toast: It's World Passion Fruit Martini Day!
Get ready to raise your glasses today, on the May 28th. This day marks World Passion Fruit Martini Day, a celebration of one of the UK's most beloved cocktails. This vibrant drink, also known as the Pornstar Martini, was crafted in 2002 by bartender Douglas Ankrah, at the Townhouse bar in London. Pornstar Martini also topped 2024's Google's top 10 most searched recipes. It is said, Ankrah was looking for a way to fetch a modern and playful twist to the classic Martini. Blending vanilla vodka, passion fruit purée, and a shot of Prosecco, the flavours were inspired by the bartender's childhood place- South Africa. In 2021, Funkin Cocktails, a UK-based brand known for its 100% natural fruit purées, syrups, and cocktail mixers, established this day to honour the cocktail's tropical allure and its rise to cultural icon status. With its sweet-tart flavour and eye-catching presentation, the Passion Fruit Martini has captivated taste buds worldwide. So, whether you're at a night-club partying your heart out, or hosting an in-house gathering, opting this serve is definitely. Ingredients for this tropical drink, is no joke. Each adds a character, a note that elevates the experience. For example, the vanilla vodka, adds a smooth, and slightly sweet base with warm vanilla notes that complement the tartness of passion fruit. A sweet, tart and intensely fruity flavour is delivered by the main character: passion fruit puree and its liqueur version balances the sweetness and richness. However, the classic drink's ingredients vary a tad bit from one bar to another. Here is the classic passion fruit martini, as was curated by Ankrah, for you to enjoy: 2 spoons vanilla sugar 50ml vanilla vodka 12.5ml passion fruit liqueur 25ml passion fruit puree Passion fruit slice for garnishing 50ml champagne Shake the first four ingredients and fine strain into a martini glass. Finish with a slice of passion fruit. Serve with a side of champagne in a shot glass. Written by Rajlekha Roy Burman
The Herald Scotland
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
'Eighteen cushions in this room. That is grounds for divorce'
**** It takes a lot to leave Banjo Beale gobsmacked. The genial SHOTY judge has the laid-back temperament typical of his Australian homeland, yet nothing had prepared him for this. 'Eighteen cushions in this room. That is grounds for divorce,' he said sternly. Except he had missed a couple, taking the grand total to 20. From last week's cushion drought in Skye we had arrived at a pillow tsunami in Peebles. 'Someone really takes their cushions seriously, don't they?' asked Banjo. But can you have too many cushions on a bed? Discuss. Heatedly. This was the penultimate show before the final, and the South duly pulled out all the stops with some terrific homes, including a Victorian semi-detached near Dalbeattie that, whisper it, looked like it could be the series winner. Before that, however, the judges called at the Artful Townhouse in Dumfries. 'Georgian maisonette anybody?' asked Banjo. 'You're so clever,' said Anna. Danny, the qualified architect of the trio, was straight in there, pointing out the Georgian fan light, the authentic plaster, a magnificent cupola, and the long twisty bannister. He was less than keen, however, on the under-lit kitchen. 'I'm not sure I could see what I'm cooking in here.' Anna was on hand with advice. 'Well, you just light a candelabra darling, when you want to dice your carrots.' Sure enough there was such a thing to hand on the worktop. Not quite Liberace standards, but it would do. Read more The bathroom, described by owner Fiona as her 'therapy room', drew gasps of approval from all three judges. Banjo imagined the place as party central, the huge bath filled with ice cubes and bottles of Champagne. 'It might just be the best bathroom I've ever seen.' With the Artful Townhouse walls covered in paintings and objets on every surface, Danny was finding the clash of styles 'a little bit jarring'. Or as we non-architects would say, it was doing his nut in. Fortunately, the dining room had only one painting, leaving the walls clear for paper. Not just any wallpaper, mind you. Even Anna, who loves a loud pattern, described the swirls of blue as 'quite excitable'. Had there been more stuff in this room, said Danny, his head might have 'exploded'. Not that anyone would have noticed with that wallpaper. Craigmount, a Victorian semi near Dalbeattie (Image: PHOTOGRAPHER: IWC Media) Next was Craigmount, a Victorian semi-detached near Dalbeattie, home to Ozzy, Laura, daughter Grace and Ethel the pug. Gran had been a fan of the programme and would have been delighted at the house getting on the show, said Grace. The judges returned the compliment, and then some. They loved everything, the wrap-around extension, the woven rug upholstery ('I've never seen it in the flesh before,' said Anna), the colourful kitchen, the charming first floor terrace, and the showstopping bathroom complete with a real copper bath. 'That bath is just a stage,' said Banjo. 'I would sing in there, eat my charcuterie board … it's perfect.' (Don't try that charcuterie board thing at home, kids: one spillage and you'll be fishing salami out of the plughole for eternity.) 'Ah, let's just stay here,' said Anna, and so chorused all of us at home. The Coachhouse near Peebles had the unenviable job of following Craigmount, and for a long time it put up a noble fight. Everyone loved the meticulously restored exterior and Anna liked the luxury hotel style interior, but then came Pillowgate and a high-gloss black kitchen that Anna thought impractical. Scoring perfect tens all round, the winner was inevitable. But does Craigmount have what it takes to lift the grand prize in next week's final? Not so fast with those assumptions. A wise contractor once told me that anything major to do with property was like childbirth. Everybody says never again, but mostly they do. The same amnesia applies to the SHOTY final. Everyone thinks they've spotted the winner but then they are reminded of winners from previous heats. Let the final battle commence.
The Herald Scotland
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Scotland's Home of the Year: Careful with that charcuterie
**** It takes a lot to leave Banjo Beale gobsmacked. The genial SHOTY judge has the laid-back temperament typical of his Australian homeland, yet nothing had prepared him for this. 'Eighteen cushions in this room. That is grounds for divorce,' he said sternly. Except he had missed a couple, taking the grand total to 20. From last week's cushion drought in Skye we had arrived at a pillow tsunami in Peebles. 'Someone really takes their cushions seriously, don't they?' asked Banjo. But can you have too many cushions on a bed? Discuss. Heatedly. This was the penultimate show before the final, and the South duly pulled out all the stops with some terrific homes, including a Victorian semi-detached near Dalbeattie that, whisper it, looked like it could be the series winner. Before that, however, the judges called at the Artful Townhouse in Dumfries. 'Georgian maisonette anybody?' asked Banjo. 'You're so clever,' said Anna. Danny, the qualified architect of the trio, was straight in there, pointing out the Georgian fan light, the authentic plaster, a magnificent cupola, and the long twisty bannister. He was less than keen, however, on the under-lit kitchen. 'I'm not sure I could see what I'm cooking in here.' Anna was on hand with advice. 'Well, you just light a candelabra darling, when you want to dice your carrots.' Sure enough there was such a thing to hand on the worktop. Not quite Liberace standards, but it would do. Read more The bathroom, described by owner Fiona as her 'therapy room', drew gasps of approval from all three judges. Banjo imagined the place as party central, the huge bath filled with ice cubes and bottles of Champagne. 'It might just be the best bathroom I've ever seen.' With the Artful Townhouse walls covered in paintings and objets on every surface, Danny was finding the clash of styles 'a little bit jarring'. Or as we non-architects would say, it was doing his nut in. Fortunately, the dining room had only one painting, leaving the walls clear for paper. Not just any wallpaper, mind you. Even Anna, who loves a loud pattern, described the swirls of blue as 'quite excitable'. Had there been more stuff in this room, said Danny, his head might have 'exploded'. Not that anyone would have noticed with that wallpaper. Craigmount, a Victorian semi near Dalbeattie (Image: PHOTOGRAPHER: IWC Media) Next was Craigmount, a Victorian semi-detached near Dalbeattie, home to Ozzy, Laura, daughter Grace and Ethel the pug. Gran had been a fan of the programme and would have been delighted at the house getting on the show, said Grace. The judges returned the compliment, and then some. They loved everything, the wrap-around extension, the woven rug upholstery ('I've never seen it in the flesh before,' said Anna), the colourful kitchen, the charming first floor terrace, and the showstopping bathroom complete with a real copper bath. 'That bath is just a stage,' said Banjo. 'I would sing in there, eat my charcuterie board … it's perfect.' (Don't try that charcuterie board thing at home, kids: one spillage and you'll be fishing salami out of the plughole for eternity.) 'Ah, let's just stay here,' said Anna, and so chorused all of us at home. The Coachhouse near Peebles had the unenviable job of following Craigmount, and for a long time it put up a noble fight. Everyone loved the meticulously restored exterior and Anna liked the luxury hotel style interior, but then came Pillowgate and a high-gloss black kitchen that Anna thought impractical. Scoring perfect tens all round, the winner was inevitable. But does Craigmount have what it takes to lift the grand prize in next week's final? Not so fast with those assumptions. A wise contractor once told me that anything major to do with property was like childbirth. Everybody says never again, but mostly they do. The same amnesia applies to the SHOTY final. Everyone thinks they've spotted the winner but then they are reminded of winners from previous heats. Let the final battle commence.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oyo to introduce in-house dining across Townhouse hotels
Oyo, a prominent hospitality chain, has announced its expansion into the food and beverages sector, introducing in-house kitchens and quick service restaurants (QSRs) across its Townhouse hotels. This strategic move is anticipated to add between 5%-10% additional revenue at the hotel level on a stable state basis. The company's ambitious programme targets 1,500 of its company-serviced hotels by financial year 2026. Guests will have the option to order meals from the in-house dining facilities or through online platforms, including Oyo's own application. The kitchen setup will be tailored to each hotel's profile, ranging from full-fledged commercial kitchens to pantry setups for essential food items. "In addition to in-house kitchens, the company is also introducing QSR carts and lobby stores under the brand name 'Townhouse Cafe', offering ready-to-eat food options and on-the-go customer needs without the wait time of traditional restaurants," Oyo stated. This initiative aims to cater to the growing demand for convenience and quality within the hospitality sector. The decision follows a successful pilot programme launched in January this year, which included 100 company-serviced hotels across cities such as Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. The nationwide rollout is a testament to the programme's initial success. "The initiative aims to enhance the in-hotel dining experience for guests by offering fresh, convenient, and quality meal options across its network," stated Oyo chief operating officer Varun Jain. To support this expansion, Oyo is building a network of trusted F&B experts in key cities across India. This expansion comes at a time when the Indian market is witnessing a premiumisation trend, with customers increasingly willing to spend on enhanced hotel stays. Oyo's in-house dining initiative is expected to significantly improve customer experiences at its company-serviced hotels. In April 2025, ET Travelworld revealed that OYO plans to launch a dedicated app for its premium hotels and mid-market to premium company-serviced hotels. "Oyo to introduce in-house dining across Townhouse hotels" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
