A New Hotel Manager at the St. Regis Bahia Beach

By: - July 7th, 2017
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The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort has appointed Jan Vanhaelewyn as Hotel Manager.

“The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort has, set the benchmark for hospitality in Puerto Rico,” said Vanhaelewyn. “With its bespoke luxury and unparalleled service, I am extremely honored to join the distinguished team and carry on the hotel’s position as the leader of luxury travel on the island.”

Vanhaelewyn joins The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort from the W Bogota.

Prior to his role at W Bogota, Vanhaelewyn served as the Director of Food and Beverage at the Westin Guadalajara.

The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is set on 483 acres in the first and only Gold-certified Audubon Signature Sanctuary in Puerto Rico and features 139 guest rooms and suites.

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