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Andrea Montuori has joined St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort as Executive Chef

With over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and hotel business, Montuori brings his Michelin background, exceptional leadership, organization and culinary skills to the St. Regis Maldives. As Executive Chef, he will further elevate the world-class resort's culinary institutions, using his international experience with iconic five-star luxury properties including Hassler Hotel Rome, National Hotel Moscow, La Reserve Geneva, and One&Only Reethi Rah Maldives. Prior to joining the team at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, Montuori was Executive Chef at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, Baglioni Resort Maldives on Maagau Island, and the Kempinski SPA Hotel in Gozo, Malta.

Marriott
Maldives
Appointment

Didier Jardin has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Four Seasons Resorts Kuda Huraa has appointed Didier Jardin, a hospitality veteran who has been with the Four Seasons since 1994, as the resort's new General Manager. Born in La Ferte Bernard, France, this sailor, diver and fire fighter, this sky diver and adrenaline-junkie's formative years were spent in France's Loire Valley, a region known for its extraordinary castles and for its Sancerre and Pouilly Fume wines.

Four Seasons
North Malé Atoll, Maldives
Development Opening

Now Open: Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa By The Emerald Collection

Immersed in lush greenery and surrounded by a 100-hectare private lagoon with natural coral reef, the new Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa is located on an intimate 7-hectare island, just 20 minutes by boat from the group's first property, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa. Both resorts are members of The Leading Hotels of the World, and offer The Emerald Collection's high-quality, signature Deluxe All-Inclusive service formula, as well as the opportunity for guests to island-hop in the Maldives, experiencing two luxury properties under the same brand. Emerald Faarufushi encompasses 80 contemporary and independent villas, 5 restaurants offering international cuisine, 2 bars, the Emerald Spa with 8 treatments rooms in evocative treehouses, and a Sports Centre equipped with professional Technogym machines and equipment. The resort is also home to tennis and padel courts, and ensures a programme of fun yet educational activities for children and teens at the Dolphin Kids Club.

The Emerald Collection
Faarufushi, Maldives
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Michal Zemlicka has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa have appointed Michal Zemlicka as new Director of Food & Beverage. A passionate and result-oriented professional, Michal Zemlicka brings over 15 years of experience managing food & beverage divisions in hotels and restaurants. His recent positions include Executive Assistant Manager at Furaveli Maldives, and four years at Sheraton Bali Kuta, as Director of Food & Beverage.

Marriott
Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
Development Renovation

Newly Renovated Anantara Veli Maldives Resort To reopen on 1 December 2022

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort will reopen on 1 December 2022, in time for the peak festive season following nine months of extensive renovations. The adults-only resort located 30 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, will reveal new-look accommodation, including a new top room category and newly designed restaurants and spa, offering guests the ultimate in island style.

Anantara
Kaafu Atoll, Maldives
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Sivakumar Gopalakrishnan has been appointed as Executive Sous Che at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

With his restaurant featured in Conde Nast Traveller's Top 50 restaurants in India 2018 -19, Sivakumar Gopalakrishnan takes the role of Executive Sous Chef at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa. His extensive experience of over 15 years helped shape his food philosophy of high quality, innovative, sustainable, and mindful consumption. Prior to his role, Sivakumar worked at renowned properties such as The Oberoi, Trident and The Leela in India and Le Cirque in New York, where he oversaw the main kitchen operations, was responsible for a team of over 100 members, the planning and executive of various menus and serving styles, as well as working closely with the sales teams to achieve budgets and lead the team to deliver the best dining experiences to guests.

Marriott
Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
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Priti Pandey has been appointed as Director of Revenue Management at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

Priti Pandey, Director of Revenue Management, started her career with Marriott International in 2013 as Reservations Supervisor with Four Points by Sheraton Ahmedabad, and has been loyal to the hotel brand since. As a data-driven professional, she sees her role as paramount in streamlining distribution channels, optimising revenue streams, and in aligning the resort's long-term strategy in the highly competitive hospitality landscape of the Maldives.

Marriott
Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
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Airika Sirak has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

A passionate and result-oriented professional, the new Director of Sales & Marketing, Airika Sirak, brings over 25 years of industry knowledge and expertise.The Estonian national has previously contributed to the growth of a prolific portfolio of notable international hotel chains, such as Hilton and Marriott International, in Europe and UK, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and now Maldives. Within her new role, Airika will orchestrate impactful business, sales, and marketing initiatives to drive business growth, and greater brand awareness, as well as mentor her team members to reach their goals and advance within their respective organisations.

Marriott
Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
Appointment

Britta Krug has been appointed as General Manager at Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels and Resorts

Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Britta Krug as General Manager. Britta aims to further develop and curate the authentic Seychellois experience to ensure sustainable and long-lasting memories for guests and colleagues alike. Born and raised on the banks of River Rhine, Britta is a dedicated hospitality professional with over 20 years of luxury hospitality and hotel experience in Europe and Africa, having worked with various brands including Kempinski Hotels, Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts, and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Prior to her appointment, Britta held the position of Managing Director at Jakobsberg Hotel and Resort in Germany. During her tenure, she oversaw the full business planning for the property, as well as identified future opportunities for property development and growth.

Hilton
Anse Aux Poules Bleues, Maldives
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Eddie Teh has been appointed as Guardian of the Experience (General Manager) at Soneva Jani

Eddie Teh makes the move to Soneva Jani from Soneva Fushi, where he was Guardian of the Experience from May 2021. A veteran hotelier, he has worked across South East Asia and Australia, with leadership roles with the Orient Express, La Residence Phou Vao in Laos and the Belmond group in Myanmar. While at Belmond, he helped establish the Belmond Free Clinic, named the Best CSR Programme for Belmond worldwide.

Soneva Group
Noonu Atoll, Maldives
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Pjey Mayandi has been appointed as Guardian of the Experience (General Manager) at Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll

Originally from Singapore, Pjey first joined Soneva Fushi as Resort Manager in 2021. His career in hospitality began after 15 years as a commissioned officer in the Singapore Armed Forces, after which he joined The Ritz-Carlton in Dubai and Doha. This was followed by management roles at Naumi Hospitality, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel in his native Singapore, as well as being on the pre-launch teams for properties including M Social in Singapore and Suzhou and The Ritz-Carlton in Sanya and Hong Kong.

Soneva Group
Eydhafushi, Maldives
Appointment

Nika Kim has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is delighted to announce the appointment of Nika Kim as Senior Sales Manager at the newly opened Hyatt property in the Maldives. Nika brings nearly a decade of hospitality experience, including her previous assignment in the commercial department at Grand Park Kodhipparu and Ayada Maldives. In this new role, Nika will oversee the Russia and CIS market focusing on introducing Alila Kothaifaru Maldives as the new addition to the Maldives' luxury resorts.

Hyatt
Kothaifaru Island, Maldives