Mandarin Oriental, Canouan, the all-suite, all-villa luxury resort in St. Vincent and The Grenadines, today announces the appointment of Hemal Jain to General Manager. Bringing more than 18 years of hospitality and executive leadership experience to the five-star Caribbean destination, Jain will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, leading the team in delivering operational excellence and innovative guest programs.
Mandarin Oriental is delighted to announce the appointment of Mandarin Oriental, Canouan's new General Manager, Duarte Correia. With over 17 years of experience in international hospitality, Correia began his career in London at The Dorchester Hotel. Management roles soon followed at properties including London's Hempel Hotel and The Nam Hai in Vietnam. His first position as General Manager was at the Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa in Mauritius. Most recently, Correia led the rebranding of Essque Zalu Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Under his leadership, the property received many global awards, including Condé Nast Travelers' Readers' Choice Award and the World Luxury Hotel Award. Correia officially joins the Mandarin Oriental, Canouan team on August 6.
Mandarin Oriental, Canouan brings the Group's renowned levels of service to the Caribbean for the first time. Located in St. Vincent and The Grenadines, the resort sits on an immaculate stretch of Godahl Beach that is protected by the Caribbean's largest natural living coral reef, offering guests an idyllic island escape.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will rebrand and manage a luxury hotel, currently operating on Canouan island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, from 1 November 2017. Mandarin Oriental, Canouan will be the Group"s first property in the Caribbean.