What makes Seychelles the best destination for a tropical beach vacation?
Seychelles is a literal paradise on earth, with its pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush tropical landscapes.
Browsing Category
Seychelles
Blue Safari Seychelles leads the way in Manta Ray conservation
Blue Safari Seychelles is now taking its unique signature snorkelling experience to a new level – all in the name of science.
India a vital source market for Seychelles
Kickstarting the year on a high note, Tourism Seychelles participated in two of India’s largest travel trade shows, OTM and SATTE.
Seychelles drops the last of the COVID-19 travel measures
Entry in Seychelles resumes to pre-COVID protocols from December 1, 2022, as the last COVID-19 travel requirements are removed.
Seychelles drops the last of the COVID-19 travel measures
Seychelles hits the 300,000 visitors bar!
A new milestone was announced at the National Assembly by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism today, November 25.
Seychelles hits the 300,000 visitors bar!
Seychelles leaves a lasting impression on South Asian market
Seychelles’ participation in ITB Asia Singapore held in October at Marina Bay, provided an excellent opportunity to showcase the destination.
Seychelles leaves a lasting impression on South…
Seychelles Tourism benefits from Hotel Classification training
Ten members of the Monitoring and Classification unit from the Tourism Department underwent a five-day training on Hotel Classification.
Seychelles Tourism benefits from Hotel…
Saudi Arabia gives green light for tourism MOU with Jamaica
Jamaica, Seychelles, and Colombia received good news from Saudi Arabia in regards to travel & tourism.
Saudi Arabia gives green light for tourism MOU with Jamaica
Britta Krug appointed as general manager of Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels and Resorts
Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Britta Krug as General Manager. Britta aims to further develop and curate the authentic Seychellois…
Seychelles Tourism convenes first physical strategy meeting since 2019
Seychelles Tourism stakeholders and trade partners reunited for the Tourism Mid-Year Strategy Meeting on Tuesday 5th July.
Seychelles Tourism convenes first physical strategy meeting since…
A Proud day for Seychelles: Be inspired!
A small proud nation. This is the Indian Ocean Republic Seychelles today on independence day. Be Inspired!
A Proud day for Seychelles: Be inspired!
Seychelles scraps outdoor mask policy
Visitors worldwide sigh in relief as outdoor mask-wearing is now optional following a review of the Public Health measures in Seychelles. Only (3) three months after allowing…
Tourism Seychelles Intensifies Its Presence In Saudi Arabia
Tourism Seychelles Intensifies Its Presence In Saudi Arabia -
Present at the newly developed Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC), Tourism Seychelles…
Tourism Seychelles Tells its Travels Tales at ATM in Dubai
Tourism Seychelles Tells its Travels Tales at ATM in Dubai -
Tourism Seychelles attended the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading global event for the Middle East inbound and outbound…
Seychelles Remains a Destination for All
Seychelles Remains a Destination for All -
The Seychelles Islands have been trending this week following the infamous account of an African American influencer who visited the destination…
Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers
Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers -
On a mission to increase visibility for the island destination, the Tourism Seychelles Office in Paris spent a month and a half on the…
Seychelles re-launches tourism clubs
Seychelles’ Tourism Department has joined forces with the Ministry for Education to revamp the school tourism clubs in a live-streamed ceremony held at the Seychelles Tourism Academy at La…
Seychelles lifts ban on Indian travellers
Effective immediately, the Ministry of Health Seychelles has announced the entry of visitors from all countries, including India, irrespective of COVID-19 vaccination status
Going paperless: Seychelles announces first step to scrap paper arrival forms
Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with the Department of Immigration, Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) and the Department for Information and Communication Technology (DICT),…
Seychelles to welcome back cruise ships from November
Seychelles, an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa, will be reopening its shores to cruise ships starting from November
Seychelles tightens restrictions as coronavirus cases surge
Seychelles has temporarily placed limits on social gatherings following a spike in the number of coronavirus cases on the islands.
Seychelles to allow entry only to vaccinated visitors from India
Seychelles has issued new travel measures for Indian visitors held recently in the island nation according to which only vaccinated visitors from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh will be…
Alphonse, Seychelles: A small island that is big on sustainability and ecotourism
Alphonse Island, a part of the Blue Safari Seychelles, is leading the way for sustainable travel in the Outer Islands of the Seychelles.
Your guide to Seychelles as it reopens on 25 March
Seychelles is perfect for an indulgent beach holiday dotted with cultural experiences and island-hopping opportunities
Reopening updates: Seychelles will open up to the world from 25 March irrespective of vaccination status
The Seychelles, has announced that it will be welcoming visitors from across the globe, irrespective of their vaccination status, as from 25 March 2021
8 countries that welcome vaccinated travellers
Although it is still the early days of vaccination rollout, a handful of nations are allowing vaccinated travellers to pass through their borders.
No quarantine for vaccinated tourists in Seychelles
As vaccine rollout is underway in many countries, foreign travellers who have been inoculated may enjoy a quarantine-free visit in Seychelles.
Travellers lend support to protect Seychelles’ environment
Travizory presented The Republic of the Seychelles with SCR 1,229,540 million (USD 58071.96) for the Environment Trust Fund
Seychelles Reconnects to Doha
Seychelles welcomes Qatar Airways back on its shores as the airline landed at the Seychelles International airport of Pointe Larue on Tuesday
The Seychelles Islands embarks on adventure with National Geographic
Seychelles features in National Geographic for a brand partnership made in collaboration with the Seychelles Tourism Board dubbed “Island Adventures”
Boost in Air Connectivity as British Airways flies to Tropical Paradise Seychelles
The Seychelles International airport of Pointe Larue welcomed British Airways again on its grounds on Sunday, December 13, 2020, after a four-week break from the safe tropical island…
Seychelles Makes Appearance at Virtual “WOW! Hospitality Trends Summit 2020”
The Seychelles Islands joined African leaders in the Tourism Industry to help pave the path towards recovery at the WOW! Hospitality Trends Summit 2020
12 quarantine-free destinations where Brits can travel to
As Brits are eagerly waiting for the end of the second lockdown on December 2, they are desperate for some winter sun. However, mandatory quarantine deterred travel planning.
Seychelles reopens doors to African countries
Seychelles authorities have given permission for travellers from ten African countries to re-enter the country from 19 October 2020
Hot hotel openings: Club Med opens on its own private island and more
This week on hot hotel openings, we've got four of the best hotels and resorts from around the world — from Shenzhen's east coast to the archipelago of Seychelles off East Africa and more.
Constance Hotels & Resorts introduces its “cool, younger sister”
Constance Hotels & Resorts, a collection of hotels in the Indian Ocean, has announced the debut of its new brand — C Resorts.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launch exotic adventures with free flights and transfers
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched tour packages with ‘Free Flights & Transfers’ on new bookings made by 8 August 2018.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts expanding global portfolio
After a year of highly successful openings including new builds, the rebirth of two historic landmarks and the conversion of one of the world’s finest resorts, Four Seasons Hotels and…
The hottest hotels opening in 2018
Planning to go on a dream vacation this 2018? Celebrate the year in style by going to these jaw-dropping hotel destinations.
Win designer sunglasses with the launch of the Travel 2 Dubai, Arabia and Indian Ocean brochure
Travel 2 ended its financial year with a 38% year-on-year increase in sales to the Indian Ocean and a 46% year-on-year increase in sales to the Middle East.
The emirates of Fujairah…
Win one of five places on a Seychelles fam trip with Travel 2
Travel 2 is offering agents the chance to win one of five places on a Seychelles fam trip.
The trip will offer agents who have never visited the Seychelles before a chance to see the…
Qatar Airways launches Seychelles service
Qatar Airways has rounded off its 2016 global route expansion on a high note with the launch of daily flights to the idyllic islands of the Seychelles – the 14th new destination on the…
Turkish Airlines launches new direct services to Seychelles
Turkish Airlines has added tourist favourite, Seychelles, to its global route map, with the airline’s inaugural flight landing at Mahé International Airport.
The new service will connect…
Seychelles completes successful GCC roadshow
The Seychelles Tourism Board Office in Dubai has successfully completed its 2016 GCC Roadshow.
The roadshow, which took place from 23 to 27 October, kicked off in Abu Dhabi and concluded…
Qatar Airways launches daily flights to Seychelles
Qatar Airways will provide travellers with greater access to the idyllic white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Seychelles with daily flights from Doha starting on 12 December 2016.…
Turkish Airlines expands in Indian Ocean
Turkish Airlines will expand its route map in the Indian Ocean next month with the launch of flights to the Seychelles.
Commencing on 31 October 2016, the airline will operate three…
Seychelles prepares for the sixth Carnaval International de Victoria
The Seychelles Tourism Board recently confirmed dates for the 2016 edition of the island's Carnaval International de Victoria.
The event, now in its sixth year is scheduled to take…
Tourism in Seychelles surges for October 2015
Tourism in Seychelles is witnessing a positive surge with growth figures up for October 2015.
According to statistics. The month of October 2015 recorded a total number of 27,477…
Air Seychelles takes on Sabre to drive growth
In a bid to strengthen its technological offerings, Air Seychelles recently announced its intent to take on Sabre Corporation.
The Company will provide a full suite of technology to…
Seychelles Tourism launches social initiative
In an effort to boost its tourism potential, Seychelles Tourism recently launched the ‘My Seychelles Experience’ international video competition.
The launch was held at La Plaine St…
Etihad Airways, Air Seychelles boosts services to double daily
In an effort to boost tourism to Seychelles, Etihad Airways recently increased its service between Abu Dhabi and Seychelles from four flights per week to a daily service.
This has…
Seychelles negotiates with ADAC for new airport
In an effort to boost its tourism numbers, Seychelles is negotiating with the Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) to build a new airport in Victoria.
This suggestion was reported…
Jet Airways joins forces with Air Seychelles
India's Jet Airways has formed a new partnership with Air Seychelles.
The agreement will initially include codesharing on each other's routes, but Jet said it also "heralds an era of…
Air Seychelles inks MoU with Air France
In a bid to expand its customer offerings, Air Seychelles recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air France.
The agreement was signed between Joël Morgan, minister of…
Emirates adds Boeing 777-300ER on Seychelles route
The growing tourism industry of Seychelles will soon get a boost.
Emirates is set to increase its capacity on the Seychelles route, when it switches from the current Airbus 330-200…
India boosts tourism ties with Indian Ocean
India has hosted a conference designed to enhance its tourism ties with countries in the Indian Ocean region.
Dr Mahesh Sharma, India's Minister of Tourism, Culture & Civil…
Air Seychelles, Etihad operate Chinese New Year charters
Air Seychelles and Etihad Airways are operating two special charter flights from Beijing this month.
Taking advantage of the rise in outbound Chinese traffic during the Lunar New Year…
Air Seychelles boosts its Middle East presence
Air Seychelles has added Amman to its route network with the recent expansion of its codeshare with Etihad Airways.
Effective 5 February, Air Seychelles will place its HM code on 14…
Air Seychelles boosts Mumbai frequencies
In an effort to enhance its service to the Indian continent, Air Seychelles recently announced an expansion of its code share agreement with Etihad Airways for Mumbai.
As per the…
Seychelles tourism charts marginal profits
The last year was a mixed bag in terms of tourism performance for Seychelles Tourism.
The tourism authority of the destination announced that the year was closed with a one percent…
Seychelles Fregate Island Private refurbished
The restoration of Seychelles Fregate Island Private property has been completed which included the refurbishment of facilities and island amenities as well as environmental initiatives…
Air Seychelles launches flights to India
Air Seychelles has launched its first flights to India.
The carrier commenced services from Mahe to Mumbai this week, and will now operate the route three times a week using a…
H1 profits up for Air Seychelles
The first half of 2014 worked out with double digit growth in revenue and passenger volumes for Air Seychelles. The airline posted total revenues of US$50 million (up from US$42 m in…
Air Seychelles launches direct Mumbai flight
Air Seychelles recently announced the launch of direct flights to Mumbai commencing 2 December 2014. Subject to regulatory approvals, the new three times per week service will be…
Air Seychelles to fly to Mumbai
Air Seychelles has announced plans to launch direct flights to Mumbai.
Commencing on 2 December 2014, the new service will operate three times a week, using a two-class Airbus A320…
Air Seychelles ink codeshare agreement with Hong Kong Airlines
Air Seychelles and Hong Kong Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement to provide travellers with enhanced connections in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
Under the agreement, Air…
Constance Hotels launch the ‘U Spa’
Constance Hotels & Resorts recently launched their brand new wellness concept – the ‘U Spa’. The U Spa by Constance replaces former Spa de Constance brand. The focus of the new brand…
India, Seychelles discuss tourism cooperation
Tourism officials from India and the Seychelles have held a series of high-level talks regarding the enhancement of tourism cooperation between the two countries.
A delegation from…
Air Seychelles’ new aircraft addition
Air Seychelles will soon take delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft in December 2014. This new addition signifies enhancements to its international flight schedule at the same time.…
Air Seychelles resumes Paris service
Air Seychelles recently restarted flights to Paris from Seychelles after a gap of two and half years. The resumed inaugural service was welcomed by a traditional water cannon salute on…
Etihad expands Air Seychelles codeshare
Etihad Airways recently extended its codeshare agreement with Air Seychelles to include new services between Paris and Abu Dhabi. The new service is scheduled to commence on 2 July 2014.…
Tourism cooperation for Ghana, Seychelles
In an effort to open up new avenues, Seychelles and Ghana discussed cooperation between the two countries, especially in tourism and culture. Ghana’s historical link to Seychelles dated…
Emirates ups flight frequencies to Seychelles
Emirates will step up its operations to the Seychelles by increasing services to double daily later this year.
The introduction of two more flights per week on the Dubai-Seychelles…
Thailand’s Minor Hotels launches in Seychelles
Thailand's rapidly-expanding Minor Hotel Group has unveiled its first resort in the Seychelles.
The company has taken over the management of the former Le Meridien Barbarons Beach…
Six Senses to debut in the Seychelles
Six Senses has unveiled plans for its first resort in the Seychelles.
Scheduled to open in 2015, the Six Senses ZilPasyon will be located on the private island of Félicité, 55km…
Final touches for Seychelles Carnaval International de Victoria
The annual Carnival of Carnivals that is staged in the Seychelles is seeing final touches put together for the official opening ceremony. This event takes place in Victoria on 25 April…
Double Tree By Hilton expands in Seychelles
In a bid to tap into growing tourist numbers, Hilton Worldwide has opened its 30-room Double Tree by Hilton Seychelles-Allamanda Resort & Spa. This is the Group’s third resort in the…
Seychelles charts a 10.7% increase in tourist arrivals
Recent statistics for Seychelles state that in 2012, visitor arrivals stood at 208,034. The National Bureau of Statistics recently confirmed that as of 31 December 2013, visitor arrival…
Seychelles organises Indian agents FAM
Seychelles Tourism Board had organised a familiarisation trip for tour operators from India. The objective behind this trip was to create an understanding about the destination and establish…
JA Resorts forays into Seychelles
JA Resorts & Hotels has forayed into the Seychelles with its first international-managed property. The company will see the launch of its five-star Enchanted Island Resort on 20…
International schedule expansion for Air Seychelles
Air Seychelles recently announced, subject to regulatory approval, it will launch flights to Paris-Orly as part of an expansion to its international schedule. Plans for an optimised…
Air Seychelles pens Cathay codeshare
Air Seychelles and Cathay Pacific have penned a new codeshare agreement that will see the two carriers cooperate on several routes, including those to Australia.
Under the terms of…
Air Seychelles codeshares to Vietnam
Air Seychelles is expanding its codeshare with Etihad Airways to include services to Vietnam.
The agreement will see Air Seychelles place its ‘HM’ code on Etihad’s daily services…
International passenger numbers up 91% for Air Seychelles
Air Seychelles reported positive numbers for Q3 of 2013. The airline’s international passenger operations witnessed a growth of 91% to 55,238 passengers (Q3 2012: 28,847). Overall…
Seychelles Tourism at the helm in UNWTO
The 20th General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has seen Seychelles Tourism come into the spotlight.
The current event being held in Zambia and…
Seychelles witness growth in visitor arrivals
Seychelles Tourism recently released its tourist arrivals for year-to-date of 2013. The destination received a total of 5,640 tourists during the week ending 18 August 2013. The year to date…
Seychelles to attend UNWTO General Assembly meeting
A Seychelles delegation recently left for the UNWTO General Assembly in Zimbabwe.
This General Assembly will witness elections for the new Executive Council of UNWTO. Seychelles,…
Fregate Island Private joins Oetker Collection in Seychelles
The Fregate Island Private has recently joined the Oetker Collection in Seychelles.
The UAE is a key market for the Seychelles standing as the fifth-largest source of tourists. The…
Oetker adds Fregate Island
Luxury hotel brand, Oetker Collection, has added Seychelles property Fregate Island to its portfolio.
The property, which occupies the entire island, has 16 residencies between 400…
Seychelles tourism figures up 14%
Seychelles visitor arrival statistics ending on 30 June 2013 shows a 14% increases over the 2012 figures. These figures were released by the Seychelles National Bureau of Statistics, and it…
Air Seychelles notes dramatic rise in rankings
Air Seychelles has improved dramatically on its Skytrax rankings, according to data released at the Skytrax World Airline Awards at the Paris Air Show.
The national carrier of the…
Seychelles appoints Indian rep
Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) has appointed Blue Square Consultants (BSC) as its representative in India.
BSC will conceptualise, implement and promote marketing strategies for…
Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight
Qatar Airways announced the suspension of scheduled flights to and from the Seychelles.
This will be effective 1 September 2013 until further notice due to commercial reasons. The…
Air Seychelles codeshares to Australia
Air Seychelles has sealed a new codeshare deal with Etihad Airways that will enable it to offer flights to Australia.
Effective immediately, the airline will place its 'HM' code on…
Raffles Seychelles Resort inaugurated
HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Bin Abdulaziz Alsaud, chairman of Kingdom Holding Company (KHC), inaugurated The Raffles Seychelles Resort and Residences on the northeast tip of Praslin…
Dubai delegation meets Seychelles ministers
Ministers from Seychelles recently met up with UAE authorities to discuss the on-going Emirates Hotel project at Cap Ternay.
Pierre Laporte, minister of finance, trade and…
Seychelles, Qatar discuss business opportunities
Tourism business opportunities were discussed at a recent meeting by minister Alain St Ange, the Seychelles minister of tourism and culture and Akbar Al-Bakar, CEO of Qatar Airways. …
Air Seychelles, airberlin ink code-share agreement
Air Seychelles and airberlin signed a code-share agreement to offers customers seamless travel between Germany and Seychelles via Abu Dhabi.
The two airlines are both members of the…
Seychelles and Mauritius lead regional cooperation
Robert Desvaux the Chairman of the Mauritius Tourism Promotional Authority and Alain St.Ange the Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Tourism Board.
The Seychelles Tourism Board…
Hilton opens luxury resort in Seychelles
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa. Operated under a management agreement with Silhouette Island Resort Limited, the…
Hilton opens second Seychelles resort
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa. Operated under a management agreement with Silhouette Island Resort Limited, the resort…
Raffles announces two new properties
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is set to start 2011 on a high note with the opening of its first luxury resort in the Seychelles in February. The launch of Raffles Praslin Seychelles also…
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles opens
Luxury hotelier, Four Seasons, has announced the opening of its latest resort in the Seychelles. The Four Seasons Resort Seychelles contains 62 Treehouse Villas, five Suites and 28 Private…
Dubai’s Emirates plans $253 mln Seychelles resort
Emirates, which this year got Australian approval to build a hotel resortoutside Sydney, aims to complete the 472-room Seychellessite at Mahe in 2010, the airline's president, Tim Clark,…
