Abu Dhabi, May 2017: The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is pleased to announce that Alexander Blair has been appointed as General Manager of the island resort.
Blair joins The St. Regis Maldives having been the Complex General Manager of Al Faisaliah Hotel in Saudi Arabia since 2014. Prior to this, he held managerial roles at Oriental Residence Bangkok and HPL Hotels & Resorts, Maldives. He brings 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, having begun his career in the UK with Marriott International and progressing through the company over 14 successful years.
Alexander was born in the UK and gained a National Certificate in Hotel Catering whilst studying in Scotland, before embarking upon the Management Trainee programme with Marriott in 1991.
Speaking on his new appointment, Blair commented: “I am delighted to join The St. Regis Maldives, particularly in such an key year for the resort, following its opening in November. I’m looking forward to working with the team to help drive the resort’s continuing success and reputation globally with our unrivalled experiences in the Maldives, our unique design and breath-taking location.”
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, which was included in the Condé Nast Traveler 2017 Hot List, is nestled on a private island in a secluded Maldivian atoll, amidst thriving marine life. Just 40 minutes from Male by seaplane, guests are transported into a newfound paradise in the Dhaalu Atoll. The all-villa resort’s unique design, inspired by the marine setting, has been created to evoke a sense of tropical island village living. Each of the 77 villas embody the perfect combination between privacy and luxury.
For more information visit www.stregismaldives.com.