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Seychelles

Mother Nature was unbelievably generous with the Seychelles, a fabled paradise whose islands lie scattered across the Indian Ocean. Spellbinding beaches are the main attraction, and what beaches! Exquisite ribbons of sand lapped by turquoise waters and backed by lush hills, palm trees and Dali-esque boulders. Beyond the beach, diving and snorkelling are brilliant in the warm waters amid abundant marine life, while few places on the planet do ocean-side luxury quite like the Seychelles. Mahé is the largest island and entry point to the Seychelles, with some fabulous resorts, restaurants and beaches, not to mention the small capital city of Victoria. But it's also the busiest island, with glorious Praslin and La Digue a short boat ride away. Even further out, there are real lost-world islands to be found.

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Seychelles

  • Anse Lazio

    On the northwest tip of Praslin, Anse Lazio is a reminder of just why the Seychelles has become one of the most alluring destinations in the Indian Ocean. The beach here is near perfect, a stereotype come to life, with golden sands, granite boulders at either end, palm trees and unbearably beautiful waters somewhere between turquoise and lapis lazuli. Ideal for hours spent lying on the beach, snorkelling or eating in the beachfront restaurant, Anse Lazio is the sort of place you'll never want to leave.

  • Vallée de Mai

    If you can tear yourself away from the beach, Vallée de Mai is a paradise of a different kind. Inscribed by Unesco, and home to the rare and beautiful coco de mer palms and a host of other endemic plants, the nature reserve is all about being immersed in lush tropical forest, serenaded by birdsong, and losing yourself along quiet hiking trails that meander agreeably through a verdant miniwilderness. Keep your eyes peeled for the endemic Seychelles bulbul, the lovely blue pigeon, the Seychelles warbler and the endangered black parrot.

  • Anse Volbert

    Although less famous than other Praslin beaches, stellar Anse Volbert does offer plenty of benefits: easy access, calm (and turquoise) waters and white sand. Fringing a lovely bay studded with a strand of palms, this is a stunning, 4km-long beach to sun yourself on, and it never feels crowded. For active types, a gaggle of watersports are available, including kayaking and paddleboarding. For snorkelling, Chauve Souris, a tiny clump of tree-covered rocks just 400m offshore, offers optimal conditions. There are some great dining options nearby.

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