TAJ HOTELS: A LEGACY OF LUXURY AND EXPANSION
Parveen Chander Kumar, Executive Vice President – Commercial, shared insights into the company’s legacy, expansion plans, and unique offerings for travellers. |
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TAJ HOTELS: A LEGACY OF LUXURY AND EXPANSION
Parveen Chander Kumar, Executive Vice President – Commercial, shared insights into the company’s legacy, expansion plans, and unique offerings for travellers. |
Category: Worldwide - Industry economy
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Article written by Asia Abadie on 2025-02-26
 Parveen Chander Kumar, Executive Vice President – Commercial, during the ILTM Cannes 2024 press conference
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
The footprint of Taj Hotels
Taj Hotels has an extensive presence in India, with a growing international footprint. The brand operates properties in key global cities, including New York, London, San Francisco, and Dubai. Additionally, Taj has a significant presence in the Indian Ocean region, with hotels in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and is set to expand into Germany next year. Currently, the company has over 100 hotels, with 30 more under construction or development.
Heritage and luxury offerings
Taj Hotels is renowned for its collection of historic palaces that offer guests an authentic royal experience. These properties are meticulously restored and provide immersive stays, where visitors can live like Maharajas and interact with royal families.
Key palace hotels include:
- Rambagh Palace – Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Rambagh Palace is a historic property. It was ranked as the best hotel in the world by TripAdvisor.
- Taj Lake Palace – Situated in Udaipur, Rajasthan, it is renowned for its unique location in the middle of Lake Pichola.
- Umaid Bhawan Palace – A top-rated luxury palace.
- Taj Falaknuma Palace – A regal experience in Hyderabad.
- Gorbandh Palace – The latest addition in Jaisalmer.
These heritage properties offer curated experiences, such as authentic regional cuisines, cultural performances, and interactions with local artisans.
Key travel destinations and growth in India
Taj Hotels has a dense presence in India’s most popular tourist destinations, including:
- Rajasthan – Known for its vibrant heritage and palaces.
- Kerala – Famous for backwaters and wellness retreats.
- Goa – Home to 17 Taj properties catering to beach lovers.
- Northeast India – A fast-growing region where Taj has developed six properties to promote tourism.
Luxury with a purpose: unique travel experiences
Taj Hotels offers exclusive curated travel experiences under its various brands:
- Taj Holidays – A collection of luxury itineraries, including Royal Escapes, Wildlife Trails, and the Best of Kerala.
- Carecations – A unique initiative where guests can engage in community service during their stay, such as teaching children or working with artisans.
- Woyage – A package designed for solo female travellers, ensuring a safe and luxurious travel experience.
- Taj Sweets – A celebration of India’s rich confectionery heritage, offering guests a curated experience of traditional sweets crafted by master chefs using time-honoured recipes and the finest ingredients.
- Soulful Abodes – A program designed for spiritual and cultural travellers, providing immersive experiences in locations of deep historical and religious significance.
New hotels and international expansion
Over the next 18 months, Taj Hotels will open several new properties in key Indian and international destinations, including:
- Ayodhya
- Puri
- Pondicherry
- Lakshadweep Island
- Frankfurt, German
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Manama, Bahrain
- Makassar, Indonesia
Diverse brand portfolio
Taj Hotels operates under a multi-brand strategy, catering to different traveller segments:
- Taj – The flagship brand offering high-end luxury.
- SeleQtions – Boutique and heritage hotels.
- The Gateway – Upscale full-service hotels.
- Vivanta – Premium lifestyle hotels.
- Ginger – Budget-friendly hotels for business and economy travellers.
- Tree of Life – A new boutique luxury brand recently added to the portfolio focusing on intimate, culturally rooted experiences.
- Ama Stays & Trails – A curated collection of homestays across India.
Commitment to sustainability and CSR
As a part of the Tata Group, Taj Hotels prioritizes corporate social responsibility (CSR) through its Paathya initiative, focusing on:
- Environmental sustainability, including eliminating single-use plastics and achieving 100% wastewater reuse.
- Heritage conservation through partnerships with UNESCO and the preservation of intangible cultural heritage.
- Expanding renewable energy use and green hotel certifications, with 78 Taj hotels holding EarthCheck certifications, including 47 Platinum recognitions, the highest in the global tourism industry.
Taj’s recognition as a global hospitality leader
Taj Hotels has been rated the world’s strongest hotel brand for three consecutive years and is recognized as India’s strongest brand across all sectors. This recognition is a testament to its commitment to excellence, innovation, and service.
Whether it is offering a regal experience in a heritage palace, curating spiritual journeys, or expanding its global presence, Taj remains a beacon of “trust, awareness and joy” in luxury hospitality.
 With a history spanning 120 years, Taj Hotels has become synonymous with Indian hospitality
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 Taj Hotels has an extensive presence in India, with a growing international footprint
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 The company has over 100 hotels, with 30 more under construction or development
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 Woyage – A package designed for solo female travellers, ensuring a safe and luxurious travel experience
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 Over the next 18 months, Taj Hotels will open several new properties in key Indian and international destinations
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 Over the next 18 months, Taj Hotels will open several new properties in key Indian and international destinations
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
 Taj Hotels operates under a multi-brand strategy, catering to different traveller segments
Photo credit © Sylvie Leroy
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