Seychelles Tourism Board recently organised a familiarisation trip for Mumbai travel agents. The objective behind this trip was to create an understanding about the destination and establish relations for the Indian trade with the private sector in Seychelles. Representatives from travel companies including Cox & Kings, Indiana Travels, Erawan Travels and Vacations Exotica were part of the trip.
Commenting about this initiative Sherin Naiken, CEO, Seychelles Tourism Board said, “We are seeing a steady increase in tourist arrivals from India. A major part of the credit can be attributed to our Indian travel trade partners for understanding the uniqueness of Seychelles islands and promoting the same to the traveller. We will continue to educate and support them through initiatives like FAM trips, trainings and roadshow.”
During the trip the agents explored four islands of Seychelles – Mahé, Praslin, La Digue and Curieuse. Island hopping is the ideal way to explore Seychelles. The islands are located close to each other with regular boat and air services between the islands.
Lubaina Sheerazi, Head-Blue Square Consultants, Seychelles Tourist Office- India said, “The tour operators group who participated in the FAM trip loved the islands and are upbeat about its potential to become a sought after family, honeymoon, adventure, eco-tourism and wellness holiday destination for the Indians. They are impressed with the diverse islands, their gorgeous secluded beaches, rare flora and fauna, adrenaline pumping activities, delicious cuisine and friendly people. Seychelles is an unbelievably hassle free destination with visa on arrival and gratis and direct flight from Mumbai.”
