I’ve recently returned from my Honeymoon in the Seychelles… We searched for the perfect honeymoon destination for months and finally settled on the Seychelles after agreeing that we wanted to go somewhere a little different that we may never return to. Though in hindsight, having now returned I’d quite like to go again!
Situated in the Western Indian Ocean the Republic of the Seychelles comprises of 115 islands, clustered around the main island Mahe, home to the airport and Capital city Victoria. Victoria is in fact the smallest capital city in the world, but it’s bustling market is famous with locals and tourists. There are also two neighbouring islands Praslin and La Digue, often accessible via speedboat or ferry.
The Seychelles is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Vallee de Mai on Praslin and Aldabra the world’s largest coral atoll.
The climate in the Seychelles is always warm, there are no extremes of heat or cool. The temperature does not tend to drop below 24°c or exceed 32°c.
The Seychelles has French and British roots as the French were first to settle on the islands before Napolean’s defeat at Waterloo when it fell into British rule. The Seychelles produced supplies of sugar cane, cotton, coconut and food crops for the Commonwealth. In 1976 the Seychelles gained independence from Britain and became a republic within the Commonwealth.
Visitors have so much to enjoy when they visit from the white sandy beaches with crystal clear waters, to snorkelling and scuba diving on one of the many coral reefs. Plus walks and trials along rocky paths through jungle, there is plenty to keep visitors occupied.
There are plenty of hotels and resorts dotted across the three main islands of Mahe, La Digue and Praslin which can be enjoyed. We stayed at the Constance Elphelia Resort on Mahe, which is home to the largest spa in the Indian Ocean – we’d highly recommend.