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Aurélie Chiaffi has been appointed as Spa Director at The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa

The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa, a premier resort opening this Summer 2024 in Bora Bora, today announced the appointment of Aurélie Chiaffi as Spa Director, overseeing both The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa and The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. With over a decade of experience in hotel spas across French Polynesia, Aurélie Chiaffi brings a wealth of expertise and passion to her new role and will curate an array of treatments inspired by local Polynesian wellness traditions and modalities for the resort's soon-to-open Heavenly Spa Bora Bora.

César Marques has been appointed as General Manager at The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa

Marques brings over two decades of leadership experience in hotel operations, marked by his involvement in significant projects such as the room renovation of Sheraton La Caleta in Tenerife, Spain, and the operation leadership at Pine Cliffs Resort, A Luxury Collection Resort, in Algarve, Portugal. His tenure in Dubai as Deputy General Manager at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa and his involvement in hotel renovations and new openings worldwide showcase his expertise. A passionate traveler and connoisseur of cultures, Marques's fluency in four languages and his enthusiasm for returning to Bora Bora after 21 years make him an exceptional leader for the resort.

Thais Magri has been appointed as Market Director of Sales and Marketing for French Polynesia at The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa and The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort

Magri, a seasoned professional in international luxury hospitality, has been appointed as the Market Director of Sales and Marketing for French Polynesia. With a proven track record of driving global market expansion and brand positioning, Magri's experience includes strategic roles at Marriott International, where she most recently served as the Director of Sales and Marketing at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. Her proficiency in creating luxury branding concepts and leading remote teams aligns perfectly with the resort's vision. Her significant achievements in her current position as market director, leading the sales and marketing teams for Marriott International's French Polynesia region, underline her expertise in the industry.

Jean-Luc L’Hourre has been appointed as Executive Chef at Conrad Bora Bora Nui

Conrad Bora Bora Nui, the award-winning luxury resort ideally located in a private cove on Motu To'opua, a small islet off the coast of Bora Bora, announces the appointment of Chef Jean-Luc L'Hourre as the new Executive Chef overseeing all food and beverage offerings at the luxury property beginning August 1. Chef L'Hourre has held 3 Michelin Stars during his career and was elected Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) in 2000 — a craftsmen competition held in France every four years. Chef L'Hourre is the first and only MOF in French Polynesia.

Romain Chanet has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

A22-year hospitality industry veteran and third-generation hotelier, Chanet is anative ofDeauville, France.Upon graduating with aDegree in Hospitality Business - Marketing & Finance fromHotelSavoie Lemanin Thonon Les Baines, France, Chanet began hishospitality career as head waiter at the Michelin 2-Star restaurant, Le Gavroche in London. From there, hereturned to France, where he moved up the ranks withthe Renaissance andMarriott brandsin Parisin variousreservations and revenue management positions, culminating withthe role ofCluster Director of Market Revenue Analysis. He remained in Paris with Le Meridien overseeing revenue management before moving with the brand to New Caledonia as hotel manager of the Il des Pins property. Hooked on island life, Chanetthentransferred to Seychelles as general manager of Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove, and later in Indonesia, as general manager of Soori Bali. Prior to joining Four Seasons, Chanet had returned to New Caledonia as Cluster General Manager of Le MeridienNoumea and LeMeridien Ildes Pins.

Hilton Announces the Opening of Hilton Hotel Tahiti, Inviting the Sophisticated Traveler to Experience French Polynesia

Travelers now have a new escape when visiting the capital of French Polynesia, with the opening of the new 200-room Hilton Hotel Tahiti. Conveniently offering easy access to the downtown attractions of Papeete and Maritime Port, the resort is situated just two miles from the international airport, allowing guests to quickly start their visit.

Sabine Lamberts has been appointed as General Manager at Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort

A seasoned hospitality executive with nearly three decades of experience in the luxury hospitality segment, Lamberts has worked at several high-profile luxury properties and brands across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. She most recently comes to Moorea from Thailand, where she served as General Manager of the luxury resort Santiburi Koh Samui. Prior to, she worked as General Manager for Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran in Indonesia. Throughout her dynamic career Lamberts has held various executive positions within sales, marketing and management departments for global hotel groups including Accor, Starwood, Concorde, and Marriott.

Hilton Tahiti Resort Will Open In Fall 2021

As the third Hilton hotel in French Polynesia, the 200-room Hilton Tahiti Resort is scheduled to open this fall in the Tahitian capital of Pape'ete. Situated on the waterfront, Hilton Tahiti Resort is minutes from the international airport and Pape'ete Ferry Terminal with connections to Moorea island. Hilton Tahiti Resort will offer 170 guestrooms and 30 suites, including two Royal Suites, that will have a Polynesian feeling with a modern twist. The hotel will offer spa treatments, a fitness center, and the largest outdoor pool in French Polynesia that overlooks Moorea island and features six private cabanas. After a day in Pape'ete, guests can unwind at the hotel's three on-site restaurants or relaxed terrace bar.

Hilton Expands Presence in French Polynesia with Signing of Hilton Tahiti

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of its second Hilton Hotels & Resorts branded hotel in French Polynesia. Under a management agreement with Hotel Tahiti SAS, Hilton will manage Hilton Tahiti in the Tahitian capital of Pape'ete, the vast territory's main centre of government and economic activity. A major conversion is currently underway, due for completion in the first half of 2021.

Nathalie Debonnet has been appointed as Commercial Director at Conrad Bora Bora Nui

Boasting 20 years of experience in hospitality, Nathalie is seasoned veteran with a proven track record in sales and marketing, specializing in the luxury sector. Most recently, Nathalie served for five years as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for the St. Regis Bora Bora and Le Meridien Bora Bora. Prior, Nathalie served as the Regional Director of Leisure Sales West Coast for the Leading Hotels of the World, accounting for the overall management of both the west coast travel industry sales and the regional sales office. Born in France, Nathalie is now based in Santa Monica where she has spent the last 12 years.