FIVE THOUSAND years of culture makes people in India to bow in humility when we greet and say ‘namaste’, because we believe that God lives in the heart of every human being. India always had an approach of graciousness towards guests at home, in all social situations. This testifies that hospitality lies at the roots of Indian tradition.

A five star luxury hotel, a budget hotel, a resort hotel, a heritage hotel, a convention hotel or a boutique hotel - today we see at least one hotel opening up almost every week. Speaking about the tourism opportunities in India, it has definitely emerged as a luxury destination over the period of time. The enchanting India catches the attention of all kinds of tourists whether they are nature lovers, heritage explorers or culture seekers. India offers amazing tourist attractions from hill stations to beaches, from wildlife to pilgrimage destinations and diverse colourful festivals. A lot of luxury travellers can be seen thronging the country as the Indian hospitality is known for its ideology of treating its guests as God – “Atithi Devo Bhava”. This categorically results in the growth of prospects for the hospitality industry.

Not only are Indian hotel chains growing their base across the country, but also many international hotel groups are foreseeing great turnover in the Indian market.

Very few people are trained for this segment, and most of them choose to enter an industry that pays better or which seem to be a cakewalk for the jobseekers and the few hotel professionals who remain - are poached.

Job hunters must consider that hospitality is a career option where you get to learn and know about new countries, new cultures, new people, and new ideas. The scope of creativity and initiative is also very high. Hospitality is one of the largest and dynamic industries in the world. It allows an upward mobility in your career.

The new trends observed in the industry that will help develop the economy as well as provide better work prospects are the concepts of Green Hospitality and Health or Wellness tourism. Green hospitality is an impeccable blend of maintaining a green world amidst luxury. Health or Wellness tourism has come up with yoga, meditation, ayurveda and other systems of medicine.