Whether you are looking for a romantic break away, a family holiday or even an adventure holiday – you have picked the right spot!

Where is it? :  The Seychelles are made up out of 115 islands North East of Madagascar in the warm Indian Ocean.

What is the Capiital City?: Mahe, the main island, is host to the world’s smallest capital in the world – Victoria.

What Language do they speak? :  English, French and Creole are the languages used in the Seychelles.

When to Go? :  The best time to visit the Seychelles is from March to May and September to November.  This period tends to be calmer and wind free, providing excellent swimming, snorkeling and diving conditions.

What to Take? :  Pack light summer clothing, take a hat and do not forget your sunblock.  It is not necessary to take snorkeling or diving equipment, because most hotels and resorts will rent it to you.  If you prefer you can take your own.  If you are a avid hiker, pack comfortable shoes to explore the wonderful nature trails. Some visitors take their fishing gear, but even that can be rented once you are there.

Where to Stay? :  The islands offer a wide range of different types of accommodation.  It really depends on your preference seeing that you can choose between large hotels, small hotels, self-catering bungalows, resorts, spa hotels and even a marina hotel.  Rates and ratings differ, but over all accommodation in the Seychelles tend to be on the expensive side.  It is necessary to budget for expensive meals and activities in addition to the high price you pay for your bed.  Some hotels offer all inclusive packages.  If you take your children along make sure that you choose a hotel with a children’s club.  (These hotels seem to be more expensive and there is only a handful…)

What to Do? :  There is so much to do in the Seychelles!  I will only list a short list of highlights:

• Relaxing on the beautiful beaches and swimming in the warm water is often what most visitors enjoy most.
• Snorkeling and diving will open up a wonderful world of underwater beauty.
• Fishing, especially big game fishing is very popular.
• Sailing and other water sports are offered by the hotels.
• Shopping in Victoria’s craft market
• Visiting the clock tower in Victoria
• Island hop to get a feel of the different islands
• Visit the beautiful botanical gardens.  Vallee De Mai  Nature Reserve is also known as the Garden of Eden.
• St. Anne Marine National Park provides exquisite snorkeling opportunities.
• Anse Lazio was voted one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and warrants a visit.
• Bird Island
• Go hunt for the burried treasure of Bel Ombre.
• On the island La Digue you will see vanilla flowers and an array of other wild flowers.  You can see the extremely rare Seychelles Magpie Robin and the Seychelles Black Paradise Flycatcher.
• In Praslin you can see the Vallee Mai and Coco de Mer Palm with the largest seed and leaves. You can see the extremely rare black parrot, bulbul and fruit pigeon.

This is truly paradise! You will find yourself lying on a beach and ask yourself how did you get to be so lucky. If you can afford paradise I would recommend that you go and go again.  Seychelles do not only offer beaches, but also nature that cannot be compared to anything else you have ever seen in your life…