Minor Hotels is launching a new luxury hotel to the Anantara stable in Vienna, Austria, set within a listed palace built in 1873 by Theophil Hansen.

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has launched its Green Collection, bringing under one umbrella nearly 200 hotels, resorts and palaces operated by GHA hotel brands that are demonstrating their commitment to protecting people and the planet.

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas is adding the Seychelles to its global footprint. This September will see Maia Luxury Resort & Spa, one of the country’s most exclusive properties, rebranded as Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas.