The African island nation of Seychelles is everything you
ever thought it was: white sand beaches, turquoise waters and arched palm trees
that offer a picture-perfect respite from the stresses of life.
Its location in the Indian Ocean, a little more than 900
miles off the coast of Kenya. There is plenty to see, do and not do on the
115-island archipelago and a visit to one or all of the three main
islands-Mahe, home to the country’s capital city of Victoria and the main
airport: Praslin; and La Digue offers a solid sampling of the laid-back
Seychellois way of life, conveniently connected by interisland ferry service.
Colorful colonial architecture, traditional plantation
houses, Takamaka Bay rum distillery, updated bar and restaurants can be found
on the island. Nature lovers will find
a visit to the Vallee de Mai nature reserve on Praslin Island an interesting
and welcome environment. Look for the famous coco de mer palm trees. Giant
coconuts are endemic to the Seychelles. Vallee de Mai is a Unesco World Heritage site and an early
morning hike through the untouched palm forest provides a memorable walk
through primeval Praslin.
Accommodations are in no shortage. Resorts throughout the
island, many of which serve as destinations unto themselves rank amount the
islands’ most prestigious properties and deliver beaches, pools, restaurants, series
and activities in kind.
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