Tag: Praslin
Les Escapades Seychelles 2019, another Successful Edition for the Destination
editor- June 13, 2019 21:38Held from June 4, 2019 to June 6, 2019, the 16th Edition of the annual Roadshow - Escapades Seychelles received a notable success in the hexagon, as the beauties of ... Read More
Four countries, 4 days, 1 destination: Seychelles Eastern European Roadshow 2019
editor- June 13, 2019 21:25On May 27, 2019, the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) set off for its annual Seychelles Dedicated Roadshow in Central and Eastern Europe. The event lasted for 4 days during which ... Read More
Air Seychelles goes tit for tat with Air Mauritius
Alain St.Ange- June 12, 2019 01:20As soon as Air Mauritius confirmed it would begin flights between the Mauritius capital of Port Louis and Mahe in Seychelles, Air Seychelles responded with its own enticement. Beginning July ... Read More
Seychelles trade partners up-to-date with new European regulations
editor- June 11, 2019 22:50Mr. Julian Grupp, CEO of Seyvillas, facilitated the workshop, which aim at keeping the tourism professional abreast of the new practices on the European markets and was held on Tuesday ... Read More
Maritime security the Seychelles way
Alain St.Ange- May 25, 2019 02:42Africa’s smallest nation is setting a standard for safe sustainable seas through the prosecution of pirates, international maritime cooperation, and proactive measures to protect its exclusive economic zone. As the ... Read More
Seychelles Domestic terminal opens newly-completed drop-off
Alain St.Ange- May 15, 2019 21:51After a virtually totally-rebuilt Domestic Terminal at Seychelles International Airport, the facility has removed the work barricades and the new terminal is now open and ready to be used. The ... Read More
New One Seychelles Party wants Alain St. Ange for President
Juergen T Steinmetz- April 28, 2019 17:58The launch of the "One Seychelles" Political Party was held on Friday the 26th April and Alain St.Ange, the island's former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine was ... Read More
Expression of interests launched for new carrying-capacity studies for La Digue, Mahe and Praslin
editor- April 24, 2019 20:04The Seychelles Ministry for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine have recently launched 2 expression of interests for carrying capacity studies to be undertaken on La Digue as well as ... Read More
Beach and Sea Safety guide now available for Seychelles visitors
editor- April 17, 2019 01:24The Tourism Department proudly released the second edition of its Beach and Sea Safety guide during a Launch ceremony Officiated by Minister Didier Dogley, Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports ... Read More
Tourism employees celebrated at Employee of the Year awards
editor- April 3, 2019 21:17It was during an appreciation event held on Friday, March 22, 2019, at the Hilton Labriz Jetty at Belombre that 14 employees of the Seychelles tourism industry were recognized for ... Read More
Tourism Clubs launched for primary and secondary students
editor- March 29, 2019 22:09Students of primary and secondary schools around Mahé, Praslin and La Digue can now be part and parcel of the booming tourism industry as the Ministry for Tourism and its ... Read More
Seychelles recognized as world’s Most Beautiful Island at GQ Travel Awards Russia
editor- March 29, 2019 19:50Destination Seychelles was cited as “The Most Beautiful Island” in the world after walking away with the title at the GQ Travel Awards, a ceremony that took place on March ... Read More
The Seychelles Tourism Board to host the first Digital Marketing Fair in Seychelles
Juergen T Steinmetz- March 20, 2019 07:06The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Digital Marketing team once again brings in its ‘avant-garde’ touch to the industry as it instigates the first ever Digital Fair for tourism Stakeholders. The ... Read More
New head at JFA Group of Companies – Hotels Division in Seychelles
Alain St.Ange- March 19, 2019 01:48Philippe Cornaille has been appointed head at JFA Group of Companies – Hotels Division in Seychelles. When asked to give some background on himself, Philippe Cornaille starts by saying he ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism Board at Mahana Tourism Fair in France third-largest city
editor- March 14, 2019 20:14The destination through its marketing body, Seychelles Tourism Board (STB), featured at the Mahana Tourism Fair in Lyon from March 8, 2019 to March 10, 2019, an opportunity for many ... Read More
Seychelles’ intensified presence makes successful impact during 2019 edition of Internationale Tourismus-Börse, Berlin
editor- March 13, 2019 22:45Announced by the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Headquarters in February 2019, Seychelles’ delegation pull the spotlight on the destination at the 53rd edition of Internationale Tourismus-Börse Berlin (ITB) travel trade ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism: Nature reserve landing fees seen as apartheid tourism
eTN Managing Editor- March 3, 2019 16:13In Seychelles, recent increased of landing fees for nature reserve islands is being seen by the Praslin Islanders dependant on tourism excursions as 'apartheid tourism' and are blaming aid donors ... Read More
Seychelles to take over Berlin in a tropical storm as strong tourism delegation hits ITB in March
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 26, 2019 10:04Destination Seychelles will have a strong presence in the German capital, Berlin, as a 42 strong member delegation gets ready to attend the 53rd edition of Internationale Tourismus-Börse Berlin (ITB) ... Read More
Training for small tourism establishment owners and managers on La Digue
editor- January 29, 2019 21:27The Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Seychelles Hospitality and Tourism Association (SHTA) has organised a third training for Small Tourism Establishment Owners and Managers on La Digue following ... Read More
Delegation visits to strengthen Indonesia – Seychelles cooperation
editor- January 29, 2019 02:18Aditya Dwi Saoutro from Indonesia accompanied by Rizqy Rima and Kiki Rizqy were in Seychelles to continue to develop the working cooperation that now exists between Indonesia and the Seychelles. ... Read More
Why Seychelles should be on everyone’s 2019 travel list
editor- January 7, 2019 22:45Alain St.Ange shared his thoughts and expertise on why he believes Seychelles should be on everyone’s travel list for 2019. Read More
Interview with a Seychelles Travel Pro: Mr Alan Mason
Alain St.Ange- December 31, 2018 05:03As a paradise in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles competes with many other island nations across the globe, from South East Asia to the Caribbean, as well as with nearby countries. ... Read More
New GM at Coco de Mer Hotel of Praslin
Alain St.Ange- December 18, 2018 02:38The Board of Directors of the Coco de Mer Hotel named Ash Behari as General Manager of their popular hotel. Read More
Excitement as golf celebrities set foot in Seychelles
editor- December 11, 2018 11:36The celebrity golf players landed in Seychelles right after an intense 3-day competition in Mauritius Read More
Seven hotels and resorts in Seychelles honored at Annual World Luxury Hotel Awards Gala Ceremony
editor- December 10, 2018 14:03Once again, the Seychellois hospitality is fêted as seven establishments in Seychelles have been recognized for their excellence in the tourism industry at the Annual World Luxury Hotel Awards Gala ... Read More
Local partners and tourism industry players to assist hosting first ever international tournament in Seychelles
editor- December 7, 2018 12:18As the Seychelles destination is in anticipation of the MCB Staysure Tour event to start in one week-time, local partners and service providers have rallied to ensure the event to ... Read More
New hotels on Praslin for Seychelles tourists
editor- April 13, 2013 00:36Praslin has for many years been the center of the island's tourism industry. The new bank of prime hotels constructed on Mahe in recent years had shifted the focus back ... Read More
Praslin hotel fire is out
editor- March 9, 2013 07:20(eTN) - Information was received from the Seychellois island of Praslin, that an accidental fire, caused reportedly by a neighbor of the Laurier Hotel who carelessly burned rubbish in his ... Read More
Seychelles tourism industry from Praslin and La Digue islands meet SHTA
editor- January 29, 2013 06:20Members of the SHTA, the Seychelles Hospitality & Tourism Association, from Praslin and La Digue islands met at a General Meeting at La Reserve Hotel on Praslin last Saturday. Read More
Heritage Awards launched by Raffles and Seychelles Heritage Foundation
editor- May 14, 2012 02:41(eTN) - In a remarkable private-public sector cooperation, Praslin and La Digue Heritage Awards been launched at the Raffles resort on Praslin island, when the Seychelles Heritage Foundation (SHF) ann Read More
Praslin and La Digue tourism members meet with Seychelles Ministers
editor- April 10, 2012 09:31Members of the SHTA (Seychelles Hospitality & Tourism Association) from Praslin and La Digue rallied at Tante Mimi Restaurant & Casino at Cote D’Or, Praslin for a follow-up dialogue meeting ... Read More
Romantic package offer from Praslin Raffles
editor- March 5, 2012 05:01For a memorable honeymoon, Raffles Praslin Seychelles promises a romantic escape among paradisiacal surroundings. Read More
World famous beach returns to normality
editor- February 21, 2012 06:36“A return to normality,” the many tourists who enjoy that world famous beach on the island of Praslin are saying, after the swim ban was lifted last week. Read More
Seychelles tourism officials enjoy a swim at Anse Lazio beach
editor- February 20, 2012 04:46Members of the Seychelles tourism industry were seen enjoying the perfect setting of Anse Lazio of Praslin last Saturday just a day after the swim ban was officially lifted. Read More
Anse Lazio on Praslin makes for ideal beach holiday
editor- December 21, 2011 05:16One of Seychelles most popular beaches, the Anse Lazio beach on the island of Praslin, which is famous for its powdery white sand and crystal clear sea, has made it ... Read More
Constance Lemuria Resort takes home the silver for Best Golf Resort
editor- December 9, 2011 05:15Constance Lemuria Resort of Praslin Island in the Seychelles was awarded a Silver Award in the category “Best Golf Resort” at the Diners Club Magazine Awards, held in Munich recently. Read More