Global hospitality firm Minor Hotels announced that industry veteran Sasha Tyas is the new general manager at the award-winning Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas.
Group chief executive Dillip Rajakarier said of the new general manager:“Sasha's extensive luxury hospitality experience and familiarity with the Indian Ocean makes her an ideal leader for Anantara Kihavah. Her distinctive blend of operational insight and creative vision will further enhance the resort's reputation for immersive luxury and personalised service in one of the world's most exceptional destinations.”
Meet Sasha Tyas
With over 25 years of international experience in luxury hospitality, Tyas brings a wealth of cultural understanding, operational excellence, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Born in England and raised in France, she is fluent in four languages: English, French, German, and Portuguese.
Her distinguished career spans leadership roles across Portugal, Brazil, the Caribbean, the Seychelles, and the Maldives, including recent tenures at Cap Juluca, a Belmond Hotel in Anguilla; Mango House Seychelles, under Hilton's LXR Hotels & Resorts; and Constance Moofushi, Maldives.
Most recently, she served as general manager onboard the 224-suite Ilma ultra-luxury yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, renowned for its personalised service and elevated luxury, sailing across European and Caribbean waters.
Throughout her career, Tyas has consistently broken new ground, often serving as the first female general manager at several luxury properties across the globe.
Passionate about uplifting women in hospitality, she actively fosters environments where female talent can thrive, encouraging open dialogue, continuous learning, and bold ambition.
