Anantara Hotels & Resorts and The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara shone brightly at the prestigious 18th edition of the Ultimate Luxury Travel Related Awards (ULTRAs) on November 7, 2024, in London. In a glittering ceremony held at Kensington Palace’s State Apartments and The Orangery, Anantara was crowned as the “Best Hotel Brand of the Last 20 Years,” while The Royal Livingstone earned the esteemed title of “Best Hotel in Africa and Indian Ocean.”

These accolades underscore Anantara’s dedication to delivering exceptional luxury experiences. As a trailblazing name under Minor Hotels, Anantara has consistently elevated modern hospitality, appealing to travelers seeking unforgettable stays and unique cultural connections. The recognition by ULTRAs, one of the luxury travel industry’s most celebrated annual events, is a testament to Anantara’s unwavering commitment to excellence.

Voted for by the extensive GHA DISCOVERY loyalty program, which boasts 28 million global members, the ULTRAs award ceremony celebrates the world’s finest in luxury travel. Hosted by Nick Perry, Chairman of Ultratravel, and organized in collaboration with the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the ULTRAs highlight the significance of global partnerships in shaping remarkable travel experiences. The GHA, known for its Ultratravel Collection, unites luxury hotel brands worldwide, offering award-winning loyalty programs and forging connections between travelers and premium hospitality brands.

With these awards, Anantara Hotels & Resorts and The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara reaffirm their positions as leaders in luxury hospitality, setting new benchmarks for travel experiences in Africa and across the globe. The recognition at ULTRAs 2024 not only celebrates their achievements but also anticipates their future contributions to the world of luxury travel.

“We are honoured to receive recognition for our homegrown Thai brand and our beautiful property in Zambia at the 2024 ULTRAs”, said Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels and Group CEO of its parent company, Minor International. “This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences for our guests. We are deeply grateful to the GHA DISCOVERY members for their continued support and trust.”

This year’s ULTRAs ceremony, held in the historic State Apartments and The Orangery at Kensington Palace, honored the best in luxury travel across 18 distinguished categories. Selected by millions of GHA DISCOVERY members, the awards celebrated the growing global admiration for excellence in a variety of luxury travel experiences.

Presented by popular UK television personalities Natalie Pinkham and Gethin Jones, the event drew an impressive roster of celebrities, including HRH Princess Eugenie, Double Olympic Champion Dame Kelly Holmes, Good Morning Britain anchor Charlotte Hawkins, and celebrated author Kathy Lette.

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