An insider’s view

W Goa is set to shake the hospitality scene with the appointment of India’s first W Insider – Rashila Lobo. Taking on the glamorous role that is one of its kinds in the hospitality field created by W Hotels, Rashila will play a major role by connecting the hotel’s savvy guests to the city’s hottest happenings.

According to an official release - unlike the typical modern day concierge, W Insiders are in-the-know tastemakers always on the cusp of what’s new and up-and-coming in their city, providing guests with all the right inside knowledge and going above and beyond to create extraordinary, unexpected and unforgettable experiences not offered anywhere else.

A Swiss native brought up in Goa, Rashila has worked for brands like Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi as well as Starwood Hotels & Resorts and has also won accolades for her services.

Rashila also speaks German and Goan, which helps her connect with guests of diverse backgrounds.Slated to launch in the fourth quarter of this year, W Goa will be Starwood’s eighth brand in India.

Located on Vagator beach, the new, chic destination in Goa, the hotel is set against the dramatic Chapora Fort and the cliffs surrounding it