BORA BORA, French Polynesia (January 22, 2024) – Slated to open in summer 2024, The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa, situated at the base of Mount Otemanu in the heart of French Polynesia, is proud to announce the appointments of César Marques as General Manager and Thais Magri as Market Director of Sales and Marketing for French Polynesia, overseeing both The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa and The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort.

The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa is slated to debut this summer 2024 as the island’s newest luxury destination. Travelers looking to experience the best of Bora Bora will discover incredible overwater bungalow and villa accommodations, delectable culinary options, a variety of well-being and spa offerings, as well as the property’s beloved ecological center.

“I’m thrilled be taking the helm of The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa as we gear up for the grand opening,” said César Marques, General Manager of The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa. “Alongside Thais and the rest of our management team, we look forward to propelling this resort to new heights in the luxury hospitality sector.”

Magri, a seasoned professional in international luxury hospitality, has been appointed as the Market Director of Sales and Marketing for French Polynesia. With a proven track record of driving global market expansion and brand positioning, Magri’s experience includes strategic roles at Marriott International, where she most recently served as the Director of Sales and Marketing at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. Her proficiency in creating luxury branding concepts and leading remote teams aligns perfectly with the resort’s vision. Her significant achievements in her current position as market director, leading the sales and marketing teams for Marriott International’s French Polynesia region, underline her expertise in the industry.

Marques brings over two decades of leadership experience in hotel operations, marked by his involvement in significant projects such as the room renovation of Sheraton La Caleta in Tenerife, Spain, and the operation leadership at Pine Cliffs Resort, A Luxury Collection Resort, in Algarve, Portugal. His tenure in Dubai as Deputy General Manager at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa and his involvement in hotel renovations and new openings worldwide showcase his expertise. A passionate traveler and connoisseur of cultures, Marques’s fluency in four languages and his enthusiasm for returning to Bora Bora after 21 years make him an exceptional leader for the resort.

For more information, please visit https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bobwi-the-westin-bora-bora-resort-and-spa/overview/.