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05-Feb-2010 12:10
hlissaman
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05-Feb-2010 12:10
hlissaman
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Looking for ideas for our honeymoon???
Websites to look at ???
Great hotel deals?
Flights from uk or from us and our canada???
Help?
04-Feb-2010 07:13
londongrisgris
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04-Feb-2010 20:05
eflatjan
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Seychelles
I'm back on Praslin next month, and while I love Anse Lazio, I've never managed to get to this one next door. Is is privately owned by the Lemuria Resort now? If I say to the Lemuria guards where I want to go will they let me, or do I need to pretend I'm having lunch at the resort? Does anyone know if it's possible to hike there from Anse Lazio? Some maps show trails, but that end of the beach at Anse Lazio doesn't offer up much in the way of guidance towards Anse Georgette. Thanks!
13-Jan-2010 03:32
haraldoh
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13-Jan-2010 17:27
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
We are a group of 5 guys that are going to stay in the Seychelles 14 days. Other places we have been, we have booked a hotel for 1 night before we go, then the rest of the veacation after we have arrived. That way we can look around before we decide where we want to stay.
Was thinking of booking a hotel someplace in Victoria for one night, then go to one of the travel agencies there and have then helping us finding something for the rest of the vacation, and maybe get a better price since we book it last minute.
Anyone know if that is a good idea here, or should we look around on the internett and book every place we want to stay before we leave?
02-Jan-2010 07:42
william114085
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03-Jan-2010 09:20
william114085
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Seychelles
When travelling, we usually hold off on picking out accommodations until arrival.....am a little worried about La Digue, tho....the worry being that there aren't a lot of hotels/guest houses on the island. Does anyone know how plentiful accommodations on La Digue are? What about the situation on Praslin, as we plan to spend time there, too?
29-Dec-2009 08:54
william114085
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31-Dec-2009 03:18
william114085
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Seychelles
are motor scooters popular rentals in Seychelles? cheers
17-Dec-2009 10:47
paulnz
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21-Dec-2009 11:23
paulnz
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Seychelles
Not long back from a wonderful Seychelles holiday and I'd just like to give a vote of thanks to a couple of people whose efforts helped make it memorable.
First, to Eddy and the folk at Georgina's Cottage at Beau Vallon on Mahe Island. This place gets a good plug in the Lonely Planet and deservedy so. If you want five-star it's not your thing but if you want somewhere to drop your bag and call home for a week or two, it's ideal. Nice people, nice setting and it seemed to attract a group of like-minded folk whose company was pleasant. Breakfast on the verandah was a good time to catch up with everyone's tips for things to do and places to see (and eat).
Second, to Liz and the team at Big Blue Divers, just up the road. They were great and contributed to a fine couple of weeks. Liz would be the best diver I've ever met but that doesn't mean BB is only for human fish - I'm not one...
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07-Dec-2009 12:56
rfox
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15-Dec-2009 16:17
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
Nairobi to Columbo via Seychelles. Any one have an idea about airfare through this neck of the woods? Thx.B.
15-Nov-2009 01:48
Johnah
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15-Nov-2009 01:48
Johnah
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Seychelles
Just had a week in Seychelles in late October. Stayed at Ak-hon (also spelled Ah-kon) Guesthouse on La Digue at 42 Eureo a night including huge breakfast and masive dinner. Locals often refer to it as Joann's. Very clean and lovely home in good garden location just a couple of minutes from the ferry terminal. Joann can be a bit pushy and annoying at times but is an excellent cook, particularly fish. If you get sick of her always wanting to talk, just say you have some writing or reading to do. No problem about bringing back beer or wine to have with your meal.
In Victoria I stayed at Calypha Guets House just outside town. Again, 42 euros a night but only breakfast was included; Dinner is extra 15 euro and must be booked in advance each morning. Again, very clean and big breakfast. The couple who run it are delightful. Very easy to get into town on the local bus.
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09-Nov-2009 22:42
backpackingbugger
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17-Nov-2009 14:22
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
Hello there,
Does anyone have some information on a ferry plying the route between the East African Coast and Seychelles? FERRY being the key word here, i.e no luxurious cruise ships.
A website, contact details, approximate travel rates and time to cross would be much appreciated.
07-Nov-2009 16:43
linedancr
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07-Feb-2010 08:59
hlissaman
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Seychelles
Wife and I have opportunity for a terrifc cruise at terrific price (airline parents discount) that leaves from Seychelles and returns to Mauritius. The airfares from Los Angeles we have researched are astronomically high...can anyone please , please recommend a cheap way to fly to Seychelles form Los Angeles and return from Mauritious....second half of December, 2009. We would really love to celebrate our 40th anniversary with this special cruise (even though we are backpacker type we are splurging on this one...just can't go unless we can find a decent fare.....
Thanks for your help
Dave....
linedancr@aol.com
27-Oct-2009 06:35
tellus112
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08-Nov-2009 18:48
eflatjan
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Seychelles
Hi!
Looking at a trip to Seychelles in December. Slightly held back by weather concerns. I´m not depending on it being sunshine every day since I am not too much into sunbathing and so on. But do not want a two week holiday of rain...
Anybody who has been there, and have an idea how should I look at this?
Many thanks for your answer!
Erik
07-Oct-2009 15:59
kmatsukawa
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07-Oct-2009 18:29
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
Two quick questions to my fellow travelers:
1. Can somebody recommend me decent, good value for money accommodation that has Wifi in Victoria. I would like to be in close walking distance or short bus ride to the Seychelles Trading Company Conference Room, which is located next to the New Port. My budget is under 130 dollars for a single room.
2. Can US cash dollars be widely used on the Mahe?
THanks as always
02-Oct-2009 12:25
zz352103
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02-Oct-2009 16:51
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
anybody been do the fligt from and back mauritius to Seychelles, how much is the flight fare, how to purchase the ticket? thx
02-Sep-2009 22:49
rlkaitken
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03-Sep-2009 01:31
LoneRunner
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Seychelles
My husband and I are thinking about taking our two sun-starved 20-something daughters to the Seychelles in the second half of October. (This is the only time that seems to fit everyone's schedules.) Are we likely to encounter lots of rainy days, rather than the sun we are looking for?
28-Aug-2009 03:01
flor8
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29-Sep-2009 21:44
duval
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Seychelles
Hi,
I´m checkin different websites and previous posts... but so far nothing affordable in sight in neither Mahe or Praslin...
Do you have any ideas for cheap accomodation from Sep. 13? Are there any rooms for rent or anything similar? How can I find information?
Any help appreciated.
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