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By Nishang Narayan
Published on June 20, 2024
The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has unveiled the nominees and opened voting for its inaugural programme. The shortlist features a diverse range of individuals and organizations from around the world who are making significant contributions to net positive tourism.
WSTHA received hundreds of entries, which were evaluated by Sustainable Business students from Nova Business School. The shortlist was then reviewed and approved by the WSTHA Advisory Board. Selection criteria included quantitative and qualitative data, internationally-recognized standards, scalability, partnership and collaboration, relative impact, and compelling storytelling.
Voting is open until August 2, allowing industry professionals, media, and the general public to vote for the nominees they believe are making the most impactful contributions to sustainable travel. The nominee with the most votes in each category will be declared the winner.
The 21 WSTHA categories were selected by the Advisory Board to align with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and a net positive framework encompassing People, Planet, Place, Prosperity, and Partnerships. The full list of 2024 nominees can be viewed online.
The winners will be announced at the inaugural WSTHA Gala Ceremony in Belize, the Official Host Destination, on September 27.
Justin Cooke, Executive Vice-President of WSTHA, remarked, "We have been overwhelmed by the interest in the inaugural WSTHA programme. The calibre of entrants is exceptional, with many fascinating stories of how they are driving change in sustainable tourism. This serves as a healthy indicator of the momentum towards creating a net positive travel industry. I wish all our nominees the best of luck. And remember to cast your vote for your favourites."
Belize, the Official Host Destination, places a strong emphasis on responsible tourism and has developed projects that encourage sustainable engagement with its rainforests, reefs, and unique culture.
Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism & Diaspora Relations, Belize, stated, "We are incredibly excited to host the inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards here in Belize. The innovative level of nominees demonstrates a shared vision for a more sustainable future in travel. We look forward to welcoming all nominees and congratulating the winners while showcasing Belize's own sustainable tourism initiatives."
The WSTHA programme is run in partnership with the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, whose members represent over 50,000 hotels, 7 million rooms globally, 270 brands, and 40+ supply chain and strategic partners.
Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, said, "At the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, we are thrilled to witness so many deserving and inspiring entries. I encourage everyone to vote and recognize these extraordinary efforts. Some of these remarkable nominees will have the honour of being named inaugural WSTHA winners. Good luck to all."
WSTHA is the sister event of the World Travel Awards, currently celebrating its 31st anniversary.
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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on December 4, 2025
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Guntur has announced the appointment of Ravi Kant Sharma as its Food and Beverage Manager. Known for his hands-on leadership and experience in luxury hospitality, he brings nearly nine years of expertise shaped across renowned hotel brands including The Oberoi Group and ITC Hotels.
Before taking on this new role, he served as Assistant Food and Beverage Manager at ITC Mughal, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Agra, where he handled a wide range of operational responsibilities, worked closely with the leadership team to strengthen service standards and departmental performance, and contributed to enhancing guest-focused F&B operations.
With his strong skill set, industry knowledge, and commitment to delivering exceptional service, he is set to enhance the dining experience at Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Guntur and continue the brand’s focus on thoughtful hospitality.
Published on December 3, 2025
The LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur has announced the appointment of Mr. Arjun Belliappa as its new General Manager. With more than two decades of diverse hospitality experience, he is known for elevating guest satisfaction, improving operational efficiency, and driving strong business growth.
Mr. Belliappa began his career as a Hotel Operational Management Trainee with JW Marriott, Juhu, and later worked at The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai. His career grew further during his seven-year journey with The Oberoi Group, where he contributed to operations at The Oberoi Mumbai, Trident Nariman Point, and Trident Gurgaon, eventually becoming Assistant Front Office Manager.
Over the years, he has held senior leadership roles with Park Hyatt Hyderabad, Radisson Blu Atria Bengaluru, Mantri Square Mall, Lemon Tree Premier, Sunbird Trust, and Betta Living Resorts. These roles have given him valuable experience across luxury hotels, large-scale operations, and mission-driven hospitality projects.
Most recently, Mr. Belliappa served as General Manager at Hotel Lakend, Udaipur. His strong understanding of the local market helped him enhance service quality and overall business performance.
Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Mr. Arjun Belliappa said, “It is an honour to join The LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur, a landmark property that captures the splendour of Rajasthan and a bygone era. I look forward to working with the team to create memorable guest experiences that uphold the brand’s legacy of warmth, luxury, and inclusion.”
Welcoming him to the group, Mr. Vivek Shukla, CEO, The LaLiT Suri Hospitality Group, said, “We are delighted to have Mr. Arjun Belliappa join The LaLiT family. His leadership, expertise, and dedication to excellence will further strengthen our commitment to offering unparalleled guest experiences at The LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur.”
With this appointment, The LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace Udaipur continues its commitment to delivering refined hospitality rooted in heritage, warmth, and exceptional service.
TREVOC Group has strengthened its leadership team by appointing Aman Bhasin as Assistant Vice President – Sales as the brand continues to expand its premium real estate footprint in Gurugram. Aman brings over a decade of experience working with leading developers such as Whiteland Corporation, M3M India Pvt. Ltd. and Omaxe Ltd., where he built a strong track record in driving revenue growth and leading high-performing sales teams.
Speaking about the appointment, Gurpal Singh Chawla, Managing Director, TREVOC Group, said, “Aman’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for TREVOC as we scale our premium footprint across Gurugram. His deep market understanding, strategic sales mindset, and proven ability to build high-performance teams make him a valuable addition to our leadership.”
Sharing his excitement about joining the organisation, Aman Bhasin said, “TREVOC’s ambition to lead Gurugram’s next era of premium real estate development is fully aligned with my approach to delivering excellence and long-term value.”
With this appointment, TREVOC Group continues to reinforce its commitment to delivering high-quality and future-ready developments across Gurugram.
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