Seychelles Charms Highlighted at Seoul Workshop

image courtesy of Seychelles Dept. of Tourism
image courtesy of Seychelles Dept. of Tourism
Written by Linda Hohnholz

Tourism Seychelles successfully held the ‘2024 Seychelles Destination Workshop’ at the President Hotel in Seoul, South Korea, on Friday, September 27, 2024. The workshop aimed to showcase the hidden gems of Seychelles while repositioning the destination to South Korean travel agents.

Representing the Tourism Seychelles team were Mrs. Amia Jovanovic-Desir, Manager for Southeast Asia, and Ms. Jenny Adrienne, who led the workshop. The event, attended by 50 agents, kicked off with a welcome speech by Mrs. Jovanovic-Desir, followed by a screening of destination videos. She also provided key updates and insights about Seychelles, highlighting its unique appeal as an Indian Ocean destination.

Joining the team was Mr. Brian Kim, representing Constance Properties in Seychelles, who introduced the luxury accommodations available on Mahé and Praslin. Ms. Hyunjoo Lee from Qatar Airways shared details on flight schedules to Seychelles, and Mr. Lee Howard Jungchan from Korea Travel News offered his personal travel experiences after visiting Seychelles for the second time.

Reflecting on the event’s success, Mrs. Jovanovic-Desir stressed the importance of reconnecting with the trade and media, reaffirming Seychelles’ status as a top destination for South Korean travelers.

“It was crucial for us to host this workshop, as many agents we previously worked with have changed professions post-COVID.”

“These include seniors, yachting enthusiasts, families with children, and nature lovers,” said Mrs. Jovanovic-Desir.

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with the Korean travel industry, Tourism Seychelles also participated in the Seoul International Tourism Fair last May and held meetings with key representatives from major Korean travel agencies. These initiatives aim to keep Seychelles top-of-mind for South Korean travelers.

Located in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is home to diverse flora and fauna, including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.  

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Linda Hohnholz

Editor in chief for eTurboNews based in the eTN HQ.

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