Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced a frequent flyer partnership between its Taj InnerCircle-Neupass and Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways. This alliance will offer Etihad Guest members enhanced travel and stay benefits across participating hotels worldwide.

Mr. Praveen Chander Kumar, Executive Vice President - Commercial, IHCL said, “As travel becomes increasingly seamless across destinations, guests are looking for added value and familiarity when choosing where to stay. This partnership brings together two globally recognised programs with a shared commitment to elevating loyalty experiences. It allows us to engage with Etihad Guest’s global member base and offer meaningful benefits across our portfolio.”

Under the collaboration, Etihad Guest program members will gain access to exclusive savings during stays at Taj, Claridges Collection, SeleQtions, Gateway, Vivanta and Amã Stays and Trails properties worldwide and earn Etihad Guest miles every time they stay.

Mark Potter, Managing Director, Etihad Guest, said, “We are pleased to partner with IHCL, bringing together a global synergy to enhance value for our guests worldwide. This collaboration strengthens our presence in India and around the world while expanding opportunities for our members to benefit from a broader travel ecosystem. We look forward to delivering more seamless, rewarding and personalised experiences for our members.”

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, continues to expand its global network connecting travellers to destinations across the Middle East, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia, while delivering a premium and seamless travel experience. Reflecting its strong global positioning, Etihad Guest, its award-winning loyalty program, offers a compelling value proposition with extensive opportunities to earn and redeem Etihad Guest Miles across flights, partners, and everyday spend.

Taj InnerCircle, part of Tata Neu’s loyalty programme, offers enhanced rewards and benefits, a seamless booking experience, and access to exclusive privileges.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. To learn more, visit etihad.com.

For further details:

Duty Media Officer
Etihad Airways
Tel: +971 50 818 9596
Email: dutymediaoffice@etihad.ae

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World’s Strongest Hotel Brand 2025 and India’s Strongest Brand 2025 as per Brand Finance; Claridges Collection, a curated set of boutique luxury hotels merging elegance with historical charm; Brj, an experiential leisure offering; Atmanta, one of India’s leading integrated wellness destinations; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 628 hotels including 255 in the pipeline globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and over 250 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

Please visit: IHCL; Taj; Claridges Collection; Brj Hotels; Atmantan; SeleQtions; Gateway; Vivanta; Tree of Life; Ginger

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