Emirates Airlines supports tourism to it through its international network

#Tourism.. Seychelles.. charming nature in tropical forests (video)

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Emirates Airlines and the Seychelles Tourism Authority organized an introductory trip for Emirati media representatives to the Seychelles islands to highlight its tourist attractions, and the media hosted LXR Mango House Seychelles, the newly opened luxury boutique hotel. On the southwest coast of the main island of Mahe.

The trip came within the framework of the partnership agreement between Emirates Airlines and the Seychelles Tourism Authority, and a broader campaign to help rebuild confidence in travel to the enchanting archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean, and confirm Emirates' commitment to providing comfortable flights there.

The itinerary included introductory tours of the islands and shed light on the procedures followed to ensure the health and safety of visitors and workers in the tourism industry.

The strategic partnership between Emirates Airlines and the Seychelles Tourism Authority includes organizing a series of joint media campaigns in the Arabian Gulf region, which is one of the most important export markets for tourism to Seychelles, and Emirates Airlines currently operates nine flights a week between Dubai and Seychelles with Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a division of classes The three: tourism, business and the first.

Seychelles has resumed receiving tourists since August 2020, and Emirates Airlines has become the first carrier to operate flights to this Indian Ocean country made up of an archipelago of islands.

To visit the famous island in the Indian Ocean, travelers are required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test valid for 72 hours from the date of travel.

Travelers will not be required to quarantine upon arrival, but they must make sure to follow the health regulations followed, such as wearing face masks in public places and achieving social distancing.

Emirates Airlines always provides price offers for travel to this tourist destination and is considered one of the largest supporters of international travel to this destination through its global network of stations. 2021, according to data from the country's National Statistics Office.

Seychelles consists of an archipelago of islands located between the two continents of Africa and Asia.

Seychelles is an African country despite being located in the middle of the Indian Ocean, 1,600 km east of Kenya, while its 115 islands are divided between granite and coral islands.

The islands of Seychelles appeared for the first time on Portuguese maps in 1505, while it is likely that Muslim Arab traders had visited them much earlier.

In 1742, the French Governor of Mauritius sent an expedition to the islands, followed by a second group of French settlers in 1756, accompanied by a group of Africans and Indians, who later obtained official possession of the land by the French colony in Mauritius. Today, the Seychelles is a popular tropical destination for its visitors who are keen to enjoy its attractive beaches and watch the dazzling sunset, in addition to a world-class diving experience, and despite the small area of ​​​​Seychelles of 444 km, few visitors are able to see all the attractions distributed over 115 granite and coral islands. The archipelago consists of the inner Seychelles, which consists mostly of granite islands, and includes the main tourist resorts, while the outer Seychelles consists of uninhabited atolls that can be reached by private yacht or charter plane.

Most visitors arrive on the island of Mahe, which is the main island, which includes 65 beaches intertwined with clear blue waters, and upon arrival at the airport can head to Victoria, the smallest capital in the world.

There visitors will find most of the country's tourist attractions including the Natural History Museum, the Codevar Craft Center, as well as the Botanical Gardens. Picturesque.

Food in Seychelles has been greatly influenced by rich island cultures, where fish, coconut and spices are used in abundance in the preparation of meals. Traditional Creole dishes include grilled octopus, oysters with hot spices, and pumpkin soup, while other favorites include charcoal-grilled barracuda or shelled fish. Coconut, and salted fish is also available, which is classified as a local food.

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115 islands

With 115 islands in the Seychelles all worth exploring, Mahe is made up of 42 granitic islands all located within a 56-kilometre radius around the main island of Mahe.

Praslin Island is a popular destination 44 km east of Mahe, as well as the Vallee de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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