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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Hotels

Investment in Indian Hotels Surged in 2023 – India Report

2023 was a record year for Indian hospitality in terms of hotel investments as well as new branded hotel openings and signings.

Bulbul Dhawan | 6 months ago

Tourism

Saudi Tourism Aiming to Make India Top Source Market – India Report

Saudi Arabia witnessed a 50% increase in Indian visitors in 2023. Now, it is ramping up its efforts to meet its ambitious target of 7.5 million Indian visitors over the next seven years.

Bulbul Dhawan | 6 months ago

Tour Operators

Intrepid Travel Highlights Importance of India For 2030 Strategy— India Report

India is a land of numerous local cultures and experiences, which can substantially enhance Intrepid's offerings for tourists in the country.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Online Travel

Indians Top List for Increased Travel Spend — India Report

Until recently, travel was seen as a luxury and once-a-year activity by Indians. International trips were even more infrequent. The new generation of Indian travelers is changing that.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

Skift India Summit 2024: Oyo’s Funding Needs, Future of Air India and More – India Report

Oyo's IPO has been in focus for years. Its profitability and subsequent stable situation is indicative of the robust Indian hotel industry.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Announcements

Marriott’s Ritz-Carlton in Jaipur. Plus: Skift India Summit Starts – India Report

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Airlines

India’s Newest Airline Takes Off – India Report

Regional air connectivity is a major focus for the India government. Amid this, the commencement of operations by Fly91 highlights the vibrant aviation landscape in the country.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Hotels

Oyo Gets Boost for Program to Aid New Hotel Owners – India Report

Oyo launched an accelerator program last year to support first-generation hoteliers. The credit facility boosts India's hospitality industry.

Skift | 7 months ago

Airlines

Passenger Capacity at Indian Airports Set to Surge by 60 Million – India Report

Till a decade ago, roads and railways were major means of transportation between places other than metros and tier 1 cities in India. The inauguration of these airports plays a key role in regional air connectivity.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago

Airlines

Adani Group to Invest $7.25 Billion in Airports – India Report

Air travel in India is recovering rapidly, and as the demand is rising, the sector remains underserved. Efforts are being ramped up to improve aviation infrastructure in the country.

Bulbul Dhawan | 7 months ago