Meliá Hotels International has announced the appointment of Conrad Bergwerf as the Managing Director of Paradisus Resorts Punta Cana, Dominican Republic – with both the Paradisus Palma Real and Paradisus Punta Cana properties.
Holding the position of General Manager of Paradisus Cancun Resort most recently, Mr.
Bergwerf brings with him almost two decades of experience and leadership in his new role as Managing Director of Paradisus Resorts in the Dominican Republic. As General Manager of Hotel Gran Meliá Jakarta, Mr. Bergwerf was recognized by the Comité de Turismo de Asociación de Naciones del Sudeste Asiático (ASEAN), in addition to receiving a nomination by the government for the best hotel in the country.
Mr. Bergwerf also served as the General Manager of hotels in Hanoi, Vietnam, Melia Cariari and Tryp Corobici in Costa Rica.
“The experience Mr. Bergwerf has acquired throughout his time at Paradisus Cancun and other Meliá properties, coupled with his impeccable management skills, have made him an invaluable asset to the team,” said Alvaro Tejeda, Regional VP of The Americas at Meliá Hotels International. “We are confident Mr. Bergwerf will be extremely successful in his new role overseeing our two beautiful, luxury all-inclusive Paradisus Resorts in the Dominican Republic.”
Paradisus Palma Real is a 554-suite all-inclusive resort that offers a signature adults-only Royal Service program with personal butler service, private beach and pool areas, as well as a Family Concierge service. The resort offers an array of water sports activities, horseback riding excursions, four tennis courts, three pools, Kids’ Club, six gourmet restaurants, and a full-service spa.
Paradisus Punta Cana is a luxury all-inclusive resort situated among white-sand beaches and beautiful blue waters in the easternmost province of the Dominican Republic. The resort offers an array of chic suite accommodations and exclusive offerings for guests creating a distinct and memorable vacation experience including seven swimming pools, 12 restaurants and a full service, signature YHI Spa.
Paradisus Resorts, www.paradisus.com