Executive Head Chef, Jane-Therese Mulry is set to take guests on an exquisite culinary journey at Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island, which is expected to begin welcoming guests in the coming months.
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island welcomes Budi Widodo to its team as Resort Manager. Arriving on Thursday, September 21, 2023, after an evening as an honoured guest at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, Budi brings a passion for service and a reputation for excellence. At the height of a career that has taken him on a global tour of luxury hospitality, Budi is ready for an exhilarating new challenge at the castaway paradise of Desroches.
Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island is delighted to announce the appointment of Elias Pertoft as General Manager of the soon-to-open resort.
Mango House Seychelles and Canopy by Hilton Mahé, which is set to open later this year, is delighted to announce the appointment of Giuseppe Ressa as Cluster General Manager, bringing with him 40 years of experience to the role.
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles and Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island welcome Senior Executive Chef Carlos Rodriguez, who has developed his career in luxury resort hospitality over the past 15 years. Chef Carlos will take leadership across the outlets and kitchens of both properties with a mission to innovate restaurant concepts, evolve menus, and drive incredible guest experiences. Chef Carlos brings a wealth of experience from roles around the world along with a proven adaptability and passion for every aspect of his work.
The indie spirited hotel brand's debut in the land of perpetual summer is a boutique sanctuary that connects travelers with the spirit of the destination.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts, Hilton's signature luxury hotel brand, is set to open the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island - signalling the debut of the brand in the Seychelles.
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles welcomes General Manager Renan Astolpho, who has spent the past four years developing his career with Four Seasons properties in Dubai. Astolpho will take the reins of this secluded beachfront oasis with an initial focus on two suite renovations. With an adept knowledge built in award-winning hotels and resorts in and outside of the brand's portfolio, Astolpho brings a breadth of luxury hospitality experience, a deep respect for the destination's natural flair and an intimate understanding of the importance of community to his new role.
Meliá Hotels International, the leading hotel company in Spain, continues to grow internationally with the addition to its portfolio of its first hotel in the Seychelles. This is a new milestone for the company with its debut in a new superior-quality destination which offers travellers unique travel experiences.
With nature in mind, one of the only two villas with direct beach access sees the addition of new interiors, a private gym and outdoor dining and lounging pavilion.
From Munich to Seychelles, the relentless dedication and engagement of Oliver Kuhn have been flawless. Back in 2000, Oliver started his successful career at Kempinski Hotel Airport Munich with a specialisation in F&B before making headway at several high-end hospitality brands, where he demonstrated his leadership. In 2016, he rejoined Kempinski as General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace Ulaanbaatar, followed by a pre-opening stint at Grand Hotel Kempinski, Almaty Kazakhstan. Before arriving in the Seychelles, he excelled in various general manager positions in China, Russia and Egypt.
Mathieu Hellec has taken the helm as General Manager at Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. Previously Resident Manager, Mathieu joined the team in 2018 prior to the property's rebranding from Maia Luxury Resort & Spa in 2020. Before joining the resort, Mathieu was General Manager of Tropical Store Limited, a company specialised in providing high quality solutions, brands and expertise to hospitality businesses in the Seychelles.
Alda Mendes has been appointed as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, located in the south of Mahé island and nestled into the hillside overlooking Petite Anse bay. With 18 years of hospitality experience, Mendes, a native of Portugal, joins her first Four Seasons property in the remote location of Seychelles, where guests come to escape from the everyday.
The tourism sector is one of the key economic sectors of the Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Zanzibar. Long favoured by holidaymakers from across the world for their crystal-clear waters and palm-tree fringed beaches, these Indian Ocean islands took a severe hit during the pandemic with borders closed in most of the countries.
Located in the Outer Amirantes of Seychelles, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island welcomes Donaldson Madubela as its new Executive Sous Chef. With more than 15 years of experience, Donaldson brings his creativity and extensive expertise to the table, to lead the culinary program and talented team at the lush coral island Resort.
Avani Barbarons Seychelles Resort, one of the brand's earliest properties to launch back in 2015, will be undergoing a multi-million dollar upgrade. The resort will once again welcome guests in early 2023 and will relaunch as Avani+ Seychelles Barbarons Resort. The existing resort will receive a full make over with new restaurant options and a beach club, plus a brand new extension which will see a new lagoon-style swimming pool with lagoon access rooms, plus the introduction of Avani Beach Suites. The substantial refurbishment aims to reinvent the popular beach club resort with a more contemporary look and feel while staying respectful of the pristine natural environment.
LXR Hotels & Resorts, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) collection of independent luxury properties, today celebrates the opening of Mango House Seychelles, an intimate and exclusive island oasis promising a captivating, yet refined Seychellois experience on southern Mahé's unspoiled beachfront. Stretching along the edge of the Anse Aux Poules Bleues, a sparkling calm bay with shallow clear waters, Mango House provides a convivial retreat where guests can explore Mahé's breath-taking canvas of sun, sea, and sand all the while enjoying a handcrafted hospitality experience. Originally built as a family dwelling by celebrated Italian photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri, this idyllic hideaway is nestled amongst the revitalising fragrance of surrounding fruit trees and offers a sense of home in a private and secluded location. All 41 impeccably designed guest rooms, suites, and villas offer unobstructed ocean views, adorned with distinctive natural décor echoing the rugged beauty of the Seychelles.
Located in the south of Mahé island and nestled into the hillside overlooking Petite Anse bay, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles welcomes David Peduzzi as the new Executive Pastry Chef to its culinary team.
Located in the south of Mahé island and nestled into the hillside overlooking Petite Anse bay, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles welcomes Apostolos Dimou as its new Executive Chef.
Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts, the highly anticipated hotel opening this July, has announced Sasha Tyas as general manager.