‘Tis the Season for Festive Fusion at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
Vakkaru Maldives announces the appointment of Teddy Susanto Wiryawan as its new General Manager, bringing over 20 years of distinguished luxury hospitality expertise to one of the Maldives’ most beautiful island resorts.
Teddy joins Vakkaru Maldives from Hyatt, where he spent six years as General Manager across a variety of Alila Hotels properties in Southeast Asia. With a proven track record in enhancing guest experiences, Teddy is set to elevate Vakkaru’s status as a top-tier luxury destination.
After graduating from the Bali Tourism Institute in 2001 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Hotel Administration, Teddy began his career at the Ritz Carlton in Bali. Two years later, he departed his home country of Indonesia for the United Arab Emirates, where he honed his guest relations skills during a six-year tenure with Shangri-La Hotels.
Having managed elite properties like Parrot Cay and the pre-opening of Sailrock Resort in Turks & Caicos, Teddy brings a wealth of knowledge in resort management. His career also includes leadership roles across the globe, from Thailand to the Caribbean. He has consistently driven exceptional hotel operations and enhanced guest satisfaction at each resort.
In his new role at Vakkaru Maldives, Teddy will oversee the resort’s operations, leading the team to enhance its offerings and ensure a guest experience that reflects the renowned Maldivian warmth and hospitality. With his wealth of expertise in both resort and city hotel management, Teddy is set to elevate Vakkaru’s status as a leading destination in the Maldives and beyond.
Teddy commented, “I am honoured to join the incredible team at Vakkaru Maldives. This is a truly unique destination, and I look forward to continuing its legacy of excellence by delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests and further enhancing the resort’s position as one of the world’s top luxury retreats.”
For further information, please visit vakkarumaldives.com, call +9606607000 or contact kavisha.wickramasekera@vakkarumaldives.com.
