Introducing the beauty of the Seychelles

Often considered to be one of the most romantic destinations for holidays in the world, the Seychelles Islands are a collection of islands in the Indian ocean that lie 930 miles of the eastern coast of Mainland Africa. They are astonishingly beautiful and seem to lure all those that visit on their holidays into a trance like state of wonder at the azure sea that washes over the golden, powder beaches that surround the impressive mountainous pillars that stand proud above the lush rainforest. Everything in Seychelles is beautiful and calm, the people work mainly on the and or in the holiday industry. The remote islands here offer plenty of secluded hideaways that are simply perfect for stepping away from the rat race for a few weeks.

Holidays to the Seychelles

Holidays to the Seychelles are perfect for all manner of holidays, be it once in a lifetime holidays with older children or romantic getaway holidays for an anniversary or even a honeymoon, these island offer an extremely good range of styles depending on your choice. Mahé is the most popular of all the islands and is a busy bustling island full of life and excitement for you to incorporate into you holidays. There are impressive colonial buildings to admire during your holidays along with giant tortoises at the impressive botanical gardens and a happening town centre. Whereas the slightly more secluded and tranquil island of Praslin is much more focused on nature and beach life. Only a few of the 115 islands of Seychelles are inhabited and most of them offers wonderful accommodation ranging from family run bed and breakfast to impressive 5 star resort complexes for those that seriously enjoy luxury on their holidays.

Getting to the Seychelles

The main airport for these islands is in Mahé in the capital city of Victoria. Flights depart twice weekly direct with Air Seychelles from London airports among others, and flights last around 11 hours.

The people of the Seychelles

The people of the Seychelles boast some of the most diverse culture in the world, their heritage spans so many countries that the influences upon their lives is rich and fascinating. They are a mix of freed African slaves, British and French settlers along with Indian, Arabic and Chinese traders. This makes for the most alluring 'melting pot' culture and history that makes the 'Seychellois' such friendly people. one thing visitors on their holidays can be sure of is that no matter why they come here, e it for the refuge from the real world, the culture, the island life, human and natural, or simply to soak up the equator climate on the gorgeous sands, holidays in Seychelles re about as close to paradise as it gets.