The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort Appoints Director of Sales and Marketing, as it Welcomes International Guest Chefs

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 16 September, 2021 The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli welcomes two new additions. Helen Malmgren joins the distinguished five-star resort in the role of Director of Sales and Marketing; whilst Chef Eduardo Torres initiates the prominent Guest Chef series.

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Helen Malmgren, Director of Sales and Marketing

Malmgren most recently led the Sales and Marketing department at Waldorf AstoriaMaldives Ithaafushi from 2018 to 2020 as Commercial Director. Prior to the Maldives, she served asDirector of Luxury Sales for Hilton Hotels Resorts, EMEA for the global portfolio of Waldorf Astoria and Conrad hotels and resorts in assigned geographic markets responsible for new hotel openeins as well as commercial and business development functions throughout her extensive career.

Vincent Pauchon, General Manager, St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, commented on the appointment:"Helen Malmgrens extensive international experience with luxury hotels, resort openings and global sales make her the perfect fit for The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. Her talent and expertise will further support our testament and commitment to excellence in our signature services, world class amenities, and superior experiences, that guests anticipate when visiting our resort."

Helen Malmgren, Director of Sales and Marketing, said:"Joining the team at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a true delight. I'm thrilled to be a part of the leading luxury resort and look forward to bringing even more inventive ideas and success to the exceptional property in the future."

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Guest Chef series: featuring Chef Edurado Torres

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resorts Guest Chef series will feature a lineup of outstanding culinary talent from around the world. Guest Chef Edurado Torres will be the first in a long line of chefs who will delight guests with his culinary sensations. Torres preceeds the esteemed Executive and Co-owner of Mumbais famous Masque restaurant, Chef Prateek Sadhu, with more chefs to be announced for 2022.

Chef Torres, owner of the Molino Roca, is one of the most respected rice connoisseurs in Spain. Masters of rice from Valencia since 1903, the Torres family have been perfecting a unique product for generations with differential quality thanks to its selection processes of the best grains.

"It is an honor to partner with the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort," said Chef Eduardo Torres."I look forward to providing their exceptional guests with an exclusive experience in paradise that will not only satiate their palates but last a lifetime."

Torres'presence will elevate the five-star propertys already distinguished culinary scene. On September 24^thand 25^th, guests will be able to enjoy his flavorful Seafood and Valencian paellasfor lunch and dinner as well as one cooking class while surrounded by tropical landscape and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.

Vincent continued:"We're thrilled to welcome Chef Torres to our award-winning property and share his extraordinary craft with our valued guests. He comes with superior culinary talent and the best world cuisines that are sure to exceed all expectations."

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort offers a breathtaking hideaway where time-honored traditions and imaginative craftmanship inspire unforgettable moments. Surrounded by the aquamarine waves of the Indian Ocean in the Dhaalu Atoll, the resort features seven venerable restaurants including the uniquely designed Whale Bar, the award-winning Iridium Spa and custom Azimut-Flybridge 66 Yacht,Norma. Its transcendent signature island and overwater villas are hallmarked by the John Jacob Astor Estate, the resorts crown jewel, which boasts over 18,500 sq ft of sophisticated design, luxury amenities and panoramic oceanic views.

To learn more about The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, please visitwww.stregismaldives.com

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