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An adventure lover’s guide to Seychelles

September 20, 20211690 Views

Nothing puts you in touch with adventure and the grand diversity of this archipelago like island-hopping. Mahé, Praslin and La Digue are the principal islands but there are many others to enjoy as well. In contrast to the mountainous Inner Islands, Bird and Denis Islands to the north are flat coral island outposts offering wild nature at its finest while Frégate to the east and the Outer Islands of Desroches and Alphonse are the ultimate remote tropical getaways. Island-hopping around the Seychelles archipelago, introduces you to the incredible diversity of these islands. View of Grand Anse Beach in Seychelles from Granite top. Photo: Torsten Dickmann A network of air and sea connections places these islands within easy reach, with excursions by local operators offering the ch...

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Seychelles has something for everyone

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August 14, 20211524 Views

With 115 islands, the Seychelles archipelago brags of postcard-perfect beaches that are sure to have visitors drift away to paradise. But there’s more to Seychelles than its many beaches; the nation sprinkled across the water off the coast of East Africa, conceals many surprises for its explorers. Here’s a quick glance at what one can do in between the beach hopping. Unleash Your Wild Side Seychelles is inhabited by a unique ecosystem above and below its waters. Home to a range of lush rainforests, Seychelles is home to 250 bird and 2000 plant species. Seychelles’ wildlife is as enchanting as its beaches. The nation’s national bird, the black parrot, is also the rarest avian on the planet. This rare species can be spotted by those with a keen eye while exploring the Vallé...

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A glimpse into the Seychelles melting pot

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June 14, 20211574 Views

A tender nation of merely 250 years, the Seychelles Islands harbour a wealth of heritage, stemming from the continents of Africa, Europe and Asia. Blending into what is now known as the Seychellois Creole culture, this melting pot captivates onlookers with its diverse history, art, cuisine, dance, and language. First settled in the 17th century, the islands have held much intrigue throughout the years. Today, beyond its crystal-clear waters and pearly white beaches, the pristine islands’ authentic charms are sure to enchant its visitors. With roots sprouting from three continents, the Seychellois creole culture still reflects its origins. View of L'Union Estate. Photo: Torsten Dickmann/STB Immerse yourself in rhythms of the past African influences are still present in the rhyt...

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Seychelles leaving an ecological print this Environment Day

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June 5, 20211233 Views

The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) launched its partnership with the Global Impact Network on Friday, June 4, 2021, coinciding with the destination’s activities for the World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5. The partnership, allows Seychelles to become, officially, the first destination to create its online community page on the Global Impact Network platform. Global Impact Network is an app that allows individuals and organisations to take action anywhere and for any ecologically-oriented cause. Seychelles, the Indian Ocean sustainable champion, joins the platform to entice its visitors to have a profound experience while on holiday in the destination and to be personally transformed by the end of their trip. The digital platform will allow users to track, measure and ...

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Seychelles to allow entry to vaccinated visitors from India

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April 28, 20211073 Views

In the wake of the ongoing rise of COVID-19 outbreak in the Asian Subcontinent, Seychelles has issued new travel measures for Indian visitors in a press conference held recently in the island nation. Effective immediately, the Public Health Commissioner has announced that only vaccinated visitors from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh who have completed two weeks after their second dose are permitted to travel to and enter Seychelles with proof of COVID-19 vaccination. This should be submitted at the time of application for Health Travel Authorization on https://seychelles.govtas.com/ and are subject to verification and approval of the Public Health Authority. All travellers will be required to present a negative PCR test taken maximum 72 hours prior to departure. There will be ...

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Only fully vaccinated travelers from India now allowed to enter Seychelles

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April 22, 2021456 Views

Seychelles has announced new travel measures on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, following an increase in outbreaks in several countries. With immediate effect, visitors from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh traveling to Seychelles have to be vaccinated. Travelers will only be permitted entry after taking their two doses, and a minimum of two weeks has elapsed after their final dose. A copy of the certificate should be presented when applying for the Health Travel Authorisation (HTA). The travel authorisation is mandatory for travel to Seychelles and will be requested by the airline company at check-in; visitors will not be allowed to board a flight otherwise. Vaccination certificates can be subjected to verification and approval by the Public Health Authority upon entry in the country. ...

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Shrinking sea meadows store more carbon than forests

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April 8, 20211384 Views

Scientists are now racing to track what’s left of the underwater seagrass plateaus Hundreds of miles from the nearest shore, ribbon-like fronds flutter in the ocean currents sweeping across an underwater mountain plateau the size of Switzerland. A remote-powered camera glides through the sunlit, turquoise waters of this corner of the western Indian Ocean, capturing rare footage of what scientists believe is the world’s largest seagrass meadow. A shoal of fish swim over seagrass on the Saya de Malha Bank within the Mascarene plateau, Mauritius March 20, 2021. Tommy Trenchard/Greenpeace/Handout via REUTERS Human activity is helping destroy the equivalent of a soccer field of these seagrasses every 30 minutes around the world, according to the U.N. Environment Programme (UNEP). A...

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Guide to planning a dreamy honeymoon in Seychelles

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March 11, 20211262 Views

Big fat weddings may have taken a backseat in 2020 with low-key, intimate festivities. But with the market slowly opening up, couples can relook at planning their honeymoon in a big way, making up for the lost time with a celebration to remember. Seychelles has everything one may visualize on their dream honeymoon, be it untouched beaches set amidst azure blue waters, exquisite beauty, delish delicacies, heart-warming people and carnival-like spirit of the place. It is perfect for an indulgent beach holiday dotted with cultural experiences and island-hopping opportunities. Desroches Island. Photo: Paul Turcotte A 6 nights 7 days holiday is ideal for a relaxed honeymoon with our list of jaw-dropping romantic experiences including diving with sea turtles and manta rays, hiking through...

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Seychelles opens up to the world from March 25

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March 4, 20211420 Views

The Indian Ocean island destination has announced that it will be welcoming visitors from across the globe, irrespective of their vaccination status, as from March 25, 2021. Visitors from South Africa will still not be permitted to enter Seychelles for the time being until further review. The announcement was made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Sylvestre Radegonde in a press briefing this morning, Thursday, March 4, 2021, at the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) conference room at Botanical House following the Tourism Task Force Committee meeting. Visitors will now only be required to present a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to departure. There will be no quarantine requirement nor restriction on movement upon entry into Seychelles. Additionally, the minim...

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Seychelles Tourism appoints BRANDit as India Representative

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January 19, 20211397 Views

Island nation now open to all vaccinated global travellers The vibrant outbound tourism industry of India is optimistic about some green shoots of recovery by the latter half of 2021. Travelling is innate to humans and having spent a considerable amount of time indoors, people are yearning to explore more than ever before. In light of this sentiment, Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) is all set to rule the travel rosters yet again with the appointment of BRANDit as its official representative in India. BRANDit will handle marketing, sales and Public Relations for the island nation in the Indian subcontinent. The East African Island destination is now open to all global travellers. As part of its big tourism push, Seychelles has opened up to travellers from around the world – provid...