La Vie Hotels and Resorts has appointed Marcus Hanna as Chief Operating Officer. Hanna has over 25 years high-level experience in hospitality including almost 20 years with Accor.

Small Luxury Hotels of the World has formed a strategic brand partnership with La Vie Hotels and Resorts (La Vie) to provide tailor-made hotel management services for independent luxury hotels across the Asia Pacific region.

La Vie Hotels & Resorts has acquired The Islington Hotel Hobart, an award-winning five-star boutique hotel located in South Hobart. The Tasmanian property is a member of Virtuoso Preferred.