Recommended Hols - Indian Ocean Is

SEYCHELLES. In the middle of the shimmering Indian Ocean, 1000 miles off the coast of East Africa, lies a beautiful and tranquil archipelago called the Seychelles. Here temperatures rarely drop below 75F and clear, warm waters lap onto soft white sand beaches shaded by casuarina trees and coconut palms. Isolated for centuries, much of the Seychelles' natural beauty lies in the unique flora and fauna - the islands are sanctuaries for many rare and exotic plants and birds. A tropical island paradise which is unspoilt, unhurried, uncrowded and welcoming.

SEYCHELLES BEACH HOLIDAYS: 5 nights (plus extra nights)
Regular flights from London Heathrow with Air Seychelles. Supplements can apply for flying on Sun and sometimes for flying on a Fri.. Flights are also available from Heathrow with British Airways (supplements usually apply). Flying time is approx. 13 hours each way.

CORAL STRAND HOTEL, Mahe (TouristStandard) Approx. 30 mins from the airport. Ref. DW306

Superb beachfront location on the main island of Male, home to 68 enchanting beaches and the Seychelles capital of Victoria - the hotel is about 3 miles from the capital. The 140 rooms are air-conditioned all have a balcony - supplements apply for a seaview room. Has 2 reataurants, regular evening entertainment, free non-motorised watersports, a diving centre and swimming pool, bar and terrace right on the lovely white sand beach
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £845 per person twin share bed and breakfast basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

SUNSET BEACH HOTEL, Mahe (First Class/Superior). Approx. 30 mins from the airport. Ref. DW308

This small hotel lies on a rocky headland by a secluded cove. Ideal for clients seeking privacy in an idyllic location with high standards of comfort. The 29 rooms are all air-conditioned with fridge and seaview terrace. Junior suites are available at a supplement.. Has restaurant, snack bar, bar, TV lounge, pool. Due to hotel layout it is not suitable for the less mobile and children under 10.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £1260 per person twin share on half board basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

LE MERIDIEN FISHERMAN'S COVE, Mahe (Superior). Airport is about 30 mins away. Ref.DW307

At the southern end of beautiful Beau Vallon Beach, set in tropical gardens. The 62 air-conditioned rooms have TV, phone, balcony. Standard rooms are in the main building, most with sea-view. Cottage rooms, Junior Suites and Senior Suites all with sea-view are also at a supplement. There is a choice of restaurants & bars, evening entertainment, pool and childrens pool, floodlit tennis and watersports centre (non-motorised is free). One of the liveliest resorts in the Seychelles in a lovely setting. Note: underwater currents may be strong at times.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £1530 per person twin share on half board basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

COCO DE MER & BLACK PARROT, Praslin (First Class/Superior). A 15 minute flight from Mahe then 20 mins by road
Refs. DW311A and DW311B

The 40-room Coco de Mar is a stylish hotel whilst next door the Black Parrot is effectively an all-suite hotel with 12 luxurious Junior Suites perched on a hillside with spectacular views. All rooms are air-conditioned with ceiling fan, safe, phone, TV, & terrace or balcony. The Black Parrot Suites are larger with separate lounge and have stunning sea-views. Both hotels have pools and an excellent restaurant & bar each. There is tennis, squash, cycling, gym, windsurfing, canoes & snorkelling. The hotel beach can have a seaweed build-up at times, but a free transfer to the fabulous Anse Lazio Beach is provided several times a week. Both hotels provide an intimate retreat for discerning travellers.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the island are included

GUIDE PRICES: per person twin share
from £1005 at Coco de Mer on bed and breakfast basis for 5 nights
from £1280 at Black Parrot on half board basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

LEMURIA, Praslin (Deluxe). A 15 minute flight from Mahe then 10 mins by road. Ref.DW310A

The first truly 5-star hotel in the Seychelles, no detail has been overlooked in the design of the luxurious, intimate, all-suite resort. With 3 lovely white sand beaches, lush tropical grounds and its own 18 hole golf course, this is a stunning property. Has large pool, 3 restaurants, 4 bars, fitness centre with sauna, beauty salon, tennis, extensive watersports (diving is extra cost), kids club (4-12 years). 80 sumptuous junior suites with private balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, phone, TV, safe. Larger Senior Suites also have jacuzzi. Minimum stay Christmas/New Year is 10 nights.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the island are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £2455 per person twin share on bed and breakfast basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

LA DIGUE ISLAND LODGE (Tourist/Standard). 15 min. flight from Mahe, 20 mins to port for 30 min. ferry ride. Ref.DW310B

Life is simple on this idyllic small island with local transport confined to ox-cart or bicycle. The Lodge accommodation (60 rooms) is in a variety of chalets and 'rondavel' style buildings. All are air-conditioned with TV, phone & garden view - beach front rooms are available at a supplement. Has pool with swim-up bar, poolside cafe, restaurant, bar, evening entertainment, sorkelling plus Dive Centre (extra). La Digue has a serene, laid back charm and is rather 'Robinson Crusoe'.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the island are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £1610 per person twin share on half board basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

TAJ DENIS ISLAND LODGE (First Class). Transfer flight is about 25 mins from Mahe. Ref.DW309

International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the island are included
An idyllic coral island of 350 acres. With swaying coconut palms, soft white sand beaches and twinkling clear blue sea it is an escapist's paradise. The lodge has restaurant, bar, tennis, windsurfing, canoeing, sailing, snorkelling plus diving (extra). The 25 spacious cottages set amongst the trees close to the beach have ceiling fan, fridge, outdoor shower and sea-facing verandah. Superior bungalow with air-conditioning are also available at a supplement. A romantic delight.
International flight from the UK to Mahe and onward transfers to the island are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £2070 per person twin share on full board basis for 5 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

MAURITIUS. A delightful sub-tropical island about 40 miles long by 30 miles wide. The spectacular coastline of white sand beaches is mostly protected from ocean breakers by a coral reef - the west coat is the most protected. The island is green and lush all through the year and the inland scenery varies wdely with an undulating plateaux of indigenous forests, sugar-cane plantations, steep gorges, rivers and waterfalls. The Mauritians are a fascinating mixture of race & culture. Tamil, muslim, Chinese, Creole & European influences make for a unique blend. Mauritius is a land of beauty and charm with a diversity of attractions to please even the most seasoned traveller.

MAURITIUS BEACH HOLIDAYS - 7 nights (plus extra nights ...)

Departures from Manchester and London Heathrow with Air Mauritius; British Airways also operate from Heathrow (supplements apply). Flying time is approx.12.5 hours each way. Departures on Emirates are also available from Manchester, Birmingham, Heathrow and Gatwick (supplements may apply).

MERVILLE BEACH (Standard/First Class): Transfer is approx. 1 hour from airport. Ref. DW298

Set on a picturesque sandy beach on the northwest coast. Has restaurant, thatched bar, regular evening entertainment, pool, free non-motorised watersports and tennis. Has 168 air-con rooms in 3 different areas of the hotel. A lively good value hotel.
International flights from the UK and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £925 per person twin share on 'all inclusive' basis for 7 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

LA PIROGUE (First Class): Transfer is approx. 1 hour from airport. Ref. DW303

A Sun International hotel set in 22 acres of tropical gardens along 500 metres of a dazzling white sand beach on the west coast. 248 air-conditioned rooms are in stone and thatched cottages (standard rooms are semi-detached, superior rooms are detached and a supplement is payable) with terrace, TV, phone, safe. Has included free 'Sun Card' watersports & activities, pool, several bars and restaurants, regular evening entertainment, casino. La Pirogue offers a relaxed ambiance in a Garden of Eden setting. All-inclusive supplement is available at approx £36 per person per day
International flights from the UK and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £1200 per person twin share on half board basis for 7 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

SUGAR BEACH RESORT (Superior). Airport transfer is about 1 hour. Ref. DW302

The newest Sun International property, also on the west coast, and built in an elegant colonial plantation style. Has a large lagoon-style pool, free 'Sun Card' watersports & activities, 2 restaurants, 4 bars. Has 238 air-conditioned rooms - standard rooms are either in the Manor House or in villas; beach villas which are less than 50 metres from the beach are also available at a supplement. All have bath and shower, TV, phone plus terrace or balcony. A superb resort set on a fabulous beach. All-inclusive supplement is available at approx £36 per person per day.
International flights from the UK and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £1420 per person twin share on half board basis for 7 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

LE SAINT GERAN (Deluxe). Transfer from airport is approx. 1 hour. Ref. DW305

Prestigious Sun International resort offering luxurious service, elegance and all-suite accommodation in a magnificent location on the east coast. The Saint Geran has become a playground for the jetsetters of the world, where every taste for exotic, exciting, sophisticated and sun-soaking luxury can be indulged. The 175 elegant junior suites are spacious, air-conditioned with TV, phone, balcony or terrace & lagoon or sea view. Watersports and other activities are included free on the 'Sun Card' & there is a 9-hole golf course designed by Gary Player with David Leadbetter golf academy (extra), spa, gym, tennis, entertainment, bars and restaurants, pool. A sumptuous resort. Minimum stay Christmas/New Year is 12 nights.
International flights from the UK and onward transfers to the resort are included

GUIDE PRICE: from £2375 per person twin share on half board basis for 7 nights
Email us if you have a specific departure date and duration in mind and we will come back with a quotation.
Business class flight supplements, extra night rates, single supplements and 3rd adult sharing reductions are all available on request.
Prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights (booking late may mean a more expensive air fare)

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