Anantara Celebrates World Heritage Day by Honouring the Cultural Custodians Protecting the World’s Storied Landmarks

Ahead of World Heritage Day on 18 April, Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the experimental luxury brand of Minor Hotels, highlights its long-standing commitment to cultural custodianship in the destinations it calls home.

Purpose
- Ahead of World Heritage Day (18 April), Anantara Hotels & Resorts celebrates the cultural custodians who protect and interpret the world’s storied landmarks.
- The campaign highlights individuals whose life’s work ensures heritage sites remain meaningful for future generations.

Likong Huy “Yuki” – Angkor Archaeological Park, Cambodia
- Temple Exploration Insider at Anantara Angkor Resort.
- Scholar of Khmer history who guides guests beyond postcard views into deeper cultural connections.
- Creates tailored experiences: horseback explorations, dawn balloon rides, and hidden temple galleries.

Tamás Gebei – New York Palace Budapest, Hungary
- History Insider at Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel.
- Over 15 years of storytelling within the Neo-Renaissance landmark.
- Helps guests connect with the palace’s spirit through archives, literary history, and personal journeys.

Fra Marcus – Amalfi Coast, Italy
- Resident Franciscan friar at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel.
- Shares the convent’s 800-year monastic legacy through reflective walks, hikes, and conversations.
- Embodies Franciscan values of simplicity, stewardship, and compassion.

Anantara’s Approach
- Combines physical preservation (conservation and restoration) with lived interpretation by cultural custodians.
- Ensures heritage is not only protected but also understood, felt, and carried forward through human stories.

This initiative positions Anantara as more than a luxury hospitality brand—it’s a bridge between travellers and cultural heritage, making history personal and alive.