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Long, languid beaches, where yours are the only footprints in the white velvet sand. Calm lagoons, harbouring rare marine turtles and shoals of jewel-bright tropical fish.

3 SHEER paradise Few places can match the tranquillity and untouched natural beauty of the Seychelles dreamy tropical islands. And whether you re looking for a family holiday, indulgent break for two, wedding, honeymoon or anniversary, we ll help make your stay Beachcomber beautiful. Long, languid beaches, where yours are the only footprints in the white velvet sand. Calm lagoons, harbouring rare marine turtles and shoals of jewel-bright tropical fish. Dramatic peaks wreathed with verdant forests of coco de mer palm. The Seychelles is one of the most unique and enchanting places on Earth. There are 115 beautiful granite and coral islands, each with their own captivating character and charm. Island hopping is the ideal way to discover the most exquisite and, with our carefully selected collection of relaxing hotels, you can enjoy your own blissful beach escape. Whatever your island dream, talk our specialist UK team on or speak to your Travel Agent today. They ll work with you, sharing their expert knowledge to help you plan all the details and ensure that every single aspect of your holiday is perfect. GMT: 4 hours ahead Flight Time: 11 hours J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D Average temperature ( C) Average rainfall (inches) 2

EXCLUSIVELY Seychelles Every Seychelles island is unique, and experiencing more than one will add magic to your holiday.

MAGICAL MAHÉ This is the largest island in the Seychelles, home to vibrant capital, Victoria.

With its colourful weekly markets, exotic Botanical Gardens and tempting Creole restaurants, a visit to Victoria is a must.

4 EXCLUSIVELY Seychelles Every Seychelles island is unique, and experiencing more than one will add magic to your holiday. We recommend combining the buzz of larger islands Mahé, Praslin and La Digue with some of the smaller, more remote Outer Islands. MAGICAL MAHÉ This is the largest island in the Seychelles, home to vibrant capital, Victoria. Its majestic forested peaks soar above stunning white-sand beaches and hidden coves lapped by calm, crystal clear waters. Mahé offers lots to see and do. With its colourful weekly markets, exotic Botanical Gardens and tempting Creole restaurants, a visit to Victoria is a must. Or enjoy a guided mountain hike and see fascinating plants endemic to the island, such as the critically endangered jellyfish tree. Seychelles International Airport is on Mahé, making it the main hub for island-hop connections, day excursions and ferry crossings to Praslin, Le Digue and beyond. Mahé is a delightful destination its own right, and it s also your stepping stone to the rest of the Seychelles. PICTURESQUE PRASLIN & LA DIGUE Praslin is the second largest Seychelles island, and its enchanting, sleepy shores are a mere 20-minute flight or 60-minute ferry ride from Mahé. Here you can visit the incredible UNESCO World Heritage site of Vallée de Mai, and see the famed coco de mer palm in its natural setting. Go snorkelling off beautiful Anse Lazio beach, enjoy golf on a championship course, or relax over a leisurely lunch in a beachside café. La Digue is just a 90-minute ferry trip from Mahé and a mere 15 minutes from Praslin, making it ideal for a short-stay or day trip. Being on this unique, unspoilt island is like stepping back in time, as there s no airport and just a handful of road vehicles. Be sure to visit spectacular Anse Source D Argent the most famous beach in the Seychelles.

EXQUISITE OUTER ISLANDS Idyllic and immaculate, the Outer Islands are peaceful castaway havens where you can be at one with nature.

Denis Island is just 30 minutes from Mahé too, and offers an exclusive private retreat with no internet connection or TV to distract you.

Silhouette Island is a desert-island paradise and home to just one resort, the renowned Hilton Labriz Resort & Spa.

5 EXQUISITE OUTER ISLANDS Idyllic and immaculate, the Outer Islands are peaceful castaway havens where you can be at one with nature. As its name suggests, Bird Island is perfect for birdwatchers, and an easy 30-minute flight from Mahé. Denis Island is just 30 minutes from Mahé too, and offers an exclusive private retreat with no internet connection or TV to distract you. Do as much or as little as you like, from enjoying nature walks, snorkelling, fishing or simply reading a book. Silhouette Island is a desert-island paradise and home to just one resort, the renowned Hilton Labriz Resort & Spa. Getting there requires a car transfer from Mahé to Bel Ombre Jetty, followed by a 45-minute ferry journey. But we think you ll agree that a little extra travel is worth it to experience this truly remarkable place. TWO CENTRE HOLIDAYS Make your Seychelles holiday extra amazing by hopping across to two or three beautiful islands. We ll help you find your way around and get the most from this beautiful destination. Or, why not combine a relaxing stay in the Seychelles with the glitter and glamour of Dubai or Abu Dhabi? With fantastic improvements in flight connections it s now even easier. Fly with Emirates to the Seychelles via Dubai, or choose Etihad and go via Abu Dhabi. For the most blissful beach holiday of all, combine the Indian Ocean delights of the Seychelles and Mauritius. One of the best ways to do this is with British Airways new direct flights to the Seychelles (see below for more details). Tell us what you re looking for and we ll tailor all the details to make your island hopping or two centre holiday just perfect. NO FUSS FLIGHTS From 24 March 2018, British Airways will fly direct, twice weekly, from Heathrow Terminal 5 to the Seychelles, using its new Boeing Dreamliners. Choose from World Traveller, World Traveller Plus, Club World and First Class. Emirates flies from 16 times per day to Dubai from Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow and Dublin airports. From Dubai, Emirates offers convenient twicedaily connections to the Seychelles. Choose from Economy, Business Class or First Class cabins. Etihad flies to Abu Dhabi from Heathrow, Manchester and Edinburgh airports. Onward connections to the Seychelles operate up to twice daily through Etihad s partnership with Air Seychelles, with the choice of Economy or Business Class. Please note that both Emirates and Etihad operate different aircraft types to the Seychelles, compared with flights from the UK. 4

INSPIRATIONAL island hopping With so much to discover and explore you might wonder where to start. So make the most of our in-depth Seychelles knowledge.

MAHE & DENIS ISLAND Days 1 to 5 Arrive in Mahé and transfer to Carana Beach hotel for five nights. Make the most of your Mahé base by exploring Victoria s colourful markets.

Days 6 to 10 Take a midday flight over to Denis Private Island and spend five blissful nights in your own castaway paradise.

6 INSPIRATIONAL island hopping With so much to discover and explore you might wonder where to start. So make the most of our in-depth Seychelles knowledge. We ll help you create your own, exclusive itinerary to match your tastes and budget meanwhile here are some ideas to inspire you. MAHE & DENIS ISLAND Days 1 to 5 Arrive in Mahé and transfer to Carana Beach hotel for five nights. Make the most of your Mahé base by exploring Victoria s colourful markets. Or take the ferry across to La Digue, where you can hire bikes and cycle to the world-famous beach, Anse Source D Argent. Days 6 to 10 Take a midday flight over to Denis Private Island and spend five blissful nights in your own castaway paradise. On this tiny coral island you can switch off from the cacophony of modern day life and truly relax. What s more, you ll get a special hotel rate at both Carana Beach Hotel and Denis Private Island when you stay five nights in each. Day 11 Fly back to Mahé for your return flight to the UK. From 3385 per person sharing. PRASLIN, LA DIGUE AND MAHE Days 1 to 4 Arrive in Mahé and either take the ferry or a short flight across to Praslin, for a four-night stay at Hotel L Archipel. Laze on the hotel s private beach, or take a trip to Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve. Make sure to visit Anse Lazio one of the most beautiful beaches you ll ever set eyes on. Days 5 to 7 Take the ferry across to La Digue, where it s as if time has stood still. You ll spent three nights in boutique hotel, Le Domaine De L Orangeraie in its beautiful, scenic setting. This lovely hotel is extremely popular, so we recommend booking early. Days 8 to 10 Take the ferry back to Mahé, and enjoy a threenight stay in Carana Beach Hotel.. Day 11 Depart from Mahė on your return flight to the UK. From 2575 per person sharing.

CARANA BEACH HOTEL This chic boutique hotel is magnificently situated on one of Mahé s beautiful beaches, and makes the most of its stunning setting.

Choose one of the 12 chalets with a private plunge pool for the most spectacular views of all.

THE DETAIL Mahé, 25 mins transfer by private car, 40 chalets, bed & breakfast, 1 restaurant/bar (compulsory half-board from 22 December 2017 to 06 January 2018).

7 CARANA BEACH HOTEL This chic boutique hotel is magnificently situated on one of Mahé s beautiful beaches, and makes the most of its stunning setting. Accommodation is suitable for couples and families, and is just a few steps from the sand. Décor is bright and stylish and there are stunning views across the turquoise waters. Choose one of the 12 chalets with a private plunge pool for the most spectacular views of all. Dining is all à la carte, with inspiring menus and delectable fresh ingredients sourced from the hotel s family-owned farm. Enjoy a delicious cocktail in the bar before your romantic candlelit dinner. THE DETAIL Mahé, 25 mins transfer by private car, 40 chalets, bed & breakfast, 1 restaurant/bar (compulsory half-board from 22 December 2017 to 06 January 2018). HILTON SEYCHELLES NORTHOLME RESORT & SPA Nestling in the hillsides of Mahé s west coast, with spectacular views over Beau Vallon Bay, lies this small and intimate resort reputed to have inspired James Bond creator Ian Fleming. Stay in a luxury Hillside Villa perched on stilts, or upgrade to one of the superb Deluxe Oceanview Pool Villas with your own private swimming pool. Enjoy snorkelling in the resort s two small coves, or take a leisurely dip in the lovely infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. If you re after an adults-only escape, Northolme could be just perfect, as the resort only accepts guests above the age of 13. THE DETAIL Mahé, 25 mins transfer by private car, 56 villas, bed & breakfast, 3 restaurants/bars. BANYAN TREE SEYCHELLES Indulge in colonial-style luxury at this romantic hideaway haven. Banyan Tree is situated on the original abode of Pink Panther actor Peter Sellers and Beatles member George Harrison. It comprises 60 Creole-inspired private villas, either close to the fabulous beach or dotted amongst the hillside. Here you ll find a mouthwatering array of excellent dining, including the Seychelle s only Thai restaurant award-winning Saffron. Relax and unwind in the world-class spa, and make the most of the blissful infinity pool, set amongst giant boulders and offering breathtaking views of the sparking turquoise sea. THE DETAIL Mahé, 30 mins transfer by private car, 60 villas, bed & breakfast, 4 restaurants/bars. 6

HOTEL L ARCHIPEL This intimate, romantic boutique hotel enjoys a secluded setting on Praslin Island s famous Côte d Or Bay.

Each room has a sea-facing verandah, and interiors are airy and refreshing.

Lovely L Archipel is a great base for exploring Praslin or taking a day trip to La Digue, if you can tear yourself away!

8 HOTEL L ARCHIPEL This intimate, romantic boutique hotel enjoys a secluded setting on Praslin Island s famous Côte d Or Bay. It lies on its own beautiful private beach and the views are simply stunning. Spacious, colonial-style accommodation nestles in exotically scented tropical gardens. Each room has a sea-facing verandah, and interiors are airy and refreshing. The hotel s two reputed restaurants offer a variety of international and Creole dishes featuring the very best in seafood and local produce. Lovely L Archipel is a great base for exploring Praslin or taking a day trip to La Digue, if you can tear yourself away! THE DETAIL Praslin, 15 minutes flight from Mahé to Praslin and 25 mins private car transfer, 32 rooms/suites, bed & breakfast (compulsory half-board December 2017, 31 December 2017 and 01 January 2018), 2 restaurants. RAFFLES PRASLIN Part of the Raffles group, renowned for service and luxury, this fabulous resort lies on a 500-metre stretch of white sand. It s close to the beautiful beach of Anse Lazio, and the forests of Vallée de Mai home to exotic coco de mer. Accommodation is in stylish villas set into the hillside, each with a private plunge pool and outside pavilion. There are two impressive infinity pools and a luxurious spa with panoramic views of the ocean. Guests can dine privately in their villas or at the resort s excellent range of restaurants and bars. Don t miss the signature cocktail, Praslin Sling. THE DETAIL 15 minutes flight from Mahé to Praslin and 30 mins private car transfer, 86 villas, bed & breakfast, 4 restaurants & 4 bars. LE DOMAINE DE L ORANGERAIE On the picturesque island of La Digue, this exquisite boutique hotel is a gem of peace and serenity. It basks in lush vegetation on pristine white sands, just a short distance from L Source D Argent, the iconic beach of Bounty adverts. The charming villa accommodation is tucked away in tropical gardens or scattered up the hillside. Two restaurants and two bars offer a mouth-watering array of dining, while the heavenly Eden Rock Wellness Centre offers breathtaking views over the lagoon. La Digue is best explored by bike, so hiring one is well worth the effort. THE DETAIL La Digue, flights to Praslin and ferry options available, 5 mins from La Digue jetty, 63 villas, bed & breakfast (compulsory halfboard 24 and 31 December 2017, 14 February 2018 and 01 April 2018, 2 restaurants & 2 bars.

DENIS PRIVATE ISLAND SEYCHELLES No phones, no keys, no shoes no worries!

Your secluded cottage awaits, just steps from the beach and with sweeping views of the ocean from your verandah.

Explore the island by bike or take a guided tour, enjoy superb fishing, visit the resident tortoises, or simply relax and enjoy the blissful castaway island tranquility.

9 DENIS PRIVATE ISLAND SEYCHELLES No phones, no keys, no shoes no worries! You ll feel like you re marooned in paradise on this tiny gem of a coral island, swathed in lush tropical vegetation, fringed by pristine beaches and sparkling waters. Your secluded cottage awaits, just steps from the beach and with sweeping views of the ocean from your verandah. It features four poster beds, open-air bathrooms with outdoor showers, and private courtyard gardens. Explore the island by bike or take a guided tour, enjoy superb fishing, visit the resident tortoises, or simply relax and enjoy the blissful castaway island tranquility. THE DETAIL Denis Island, 30 mins flight from Mahé, 23 cottages and 2 villas, full board, 1 restaurant. BIRD ISLAND SEYCHELLES If you yearn to get back to nature, then this remarkable private island is for you. The wildlife is just incredible. Every year, millions of sooty terns and other seabirds return to the shores where both hawksbill and green marine turtles make their nests. From January to April you can see the tiny hatchlings emerging. Protecting the environment is paramount, and this is reflected in your eco-friendly accommodation. You ll stay in one of 24 simple yet comfortable chalets, dotted amongst swaying coconut palms. No TVs, no phone just a breathtaking setting, amazing wildlife and 5 kilometres of enchanting white sand beaches. THE DETAIL Bird Island, 30 mins flight from Mahé, 24 bungalows, full board, 1 restaurant/bar. HILTON SEYCHELLES LABRIZ RESORT & SPA This idyllic resort lies on tranquil Silhouette Island, within a Marine Natural Park. It s the perfect place to while away blissful, lazy days on a palm-fringed beach. But don t miss the chance to explore the island s wonderful flora and fauna. Choose from a host of activities designed to make your holiday either as chilled or as lively as you wish. Go snorkelling in the crystal waters, take a hike through the rainforest, or just relax and enjoy being pampered in the resort s exquisite spa. There s a fun Kid s Club for children aged between 4 and 12, and the whole family will be spoilt for choice when dining, with no less than seven fabulous restaurants. THE DETAIL Silhouette Island, 20 mins transfer by private car to jetty and 40 mins by boat, 111 Villas, bed & breakfast, 7 restaurants/bars. 8

DREAM WEDDINGS and honeymoons With its year-round warm weather and breathtaking locations, the Seychelles is a natural choice for your wedding and honeymoon.

Your ceremony can take place on a number of beautiful islands and, whether you want simple chapel service on Denis Island or vows taken barefoot on the beach, we promise you the wedding of your

Call us on 01483 01684 562406 445 610 or ask your Travel Agent for further details.

10 DREAM WEDDINGS and honeymoons With its year-round warm weather and breathtaking locations, the Seychelles is a natural choice for your wedding and honeymoon. It s our pleasure to make your special day as enchanting and carefree as we can, with everything arranged by your own personal wedding planner. Your ceremony can take place on a number of beautiful islands and, whether you want simple chapel service on Denis Island or vows taken barefoot on the beach, we promise you the wedding of your dreams. One fee covers the cost of all the legal procedures and documentation required for getting married in the Seychelles and so much more. Call us on or ask your Travel Agent for further details. MAKING MEMORIES TOGETHER Your big day is just the beginning of your lives together, and we ll make sure your Seychelles honeymoon is the icing on your wedding cake! There are romantic touches and honeymoon offers at most of the hotels we feature, and many have rooms with their own private pools. Unwind together with a couple s spa massage, enjoy a private candle-lit dinner on the beach, or simply find your own romantic spot and watch the sun melt over the glittering ocean. Whether you want to fly and flop or enjoy an island hopping adventure, we ll help you tailor-make a honeymoon you ll never forget.

FUN FOR ALL the family We want our guests, both big and small, to enjoy the most fantastic holiday.

Holidaying in the unspoilt Seychelles can be a great way for children to get back in touch with nature.

We do suggest that you bring your own suntan lotion, as this can be expensive overseas, and its also worth packing jelly shoes for the whole family.

11 FUN FOR ALL the family We want our guests, both big and small, to enjoy the most fantastic holiday. And with its endless sandy beaches, calm waters and fascinating wildlife, the Seychelles has all the ingredients you could ask for. Holidaying in the unspoilt Seychelles can be a great way for children to get back in touch with nature. Plus, there are some excellent family-friendly perks, such as no requirements for vaccinations, and the short time difference with the UK, which means you can kiss jet lag goodbye. We do suggest that you bring your own suntan lotion, as this can be expensive overseas, and its also worth packing jelly shoes for the whole family. ISLAND ADVENTURES Denis Island doesn t need a kid s club it s a natural playground in its own right, where your children are free to discover and learn. Staying on this tiny island is a real castaway adventure. You won t find Wifi, a mobile phone signal or even a TV in your room. This may sound a little daunting at first, but actually it s heaven, and you ll find plenty to do from dawn until dusk. Enjoy family bike rides, nature tours, and even see marine turtles nesting on the beach. Look out for Toby the resident giant tortoise, and the 100-year old lighthouse that s almost as old as he is! And, as an added benefit to your stay, children under 12 years sharing with 2 adults go free on Full Board. EXCITING ACTIVITIES Hilton Labriz Resort & Spa on Silhouette Island lies within a Marine National Park encircled by a coral reef, so snorkelling is a must for all the family. There s a supervised Jungle Fun kid s club for 4 to 12 year olds, open from 09:00 to 18:00 which offers a host of things to do. For an extra charge, your children can have tennis lessons or tackle the Crazy Beach Mini Golf. And at certain times of year, children under 12 years sharing with 2 adults go free on the same meal plan. Having some grown-up time can be important though, and the resort offers a babysitting service. Enjoy a heavenly couple s massage or a romantic meal for two knowing your little ones are safely tucked up. 10

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