So, packing your bags for Seychelles, the untouched tropical paradise on earth!
This beautiful holiday destination is known for breathtaking locales with palm
fringed beaches and white powdery sands. Seychelles is mainly comprised of
three
major islands. They are Mahe, Praslin and La Digues
Interestingly, Victoria is one of the smallest capital cities in world and is
positioned on the beautiful island Mahe. It also features the only significant
port in the Seychelles. Check out the bones of extinct Seychelles crocodile
bones in The Natural History Museum, Victoria. You can also find out the
history of country and population in this very Museum. Other interesting
highlights of Victoria are the Botanical Gardens and up-market restaurants.
Being a traveler you must be well aware about our currency. Seychelles rupee is the local currency.
If you are carrying travelers cheques then you will get better rate as compare to cash. For the convenience of travelers, there are no prohibitions for the taking of Seychelles rupees in or out of the country. But, according to the law visitors need to pay bills in foreign currency, such as US$, EURO, etc.
Victoria offers great ranges of banks for exchange of money. If you are in
village then you need to change money in big hotels.
Significant Seychelles travel information also includes the means of
transportation. Air Seychelles offers regular flights for Fregate,
Praslin, Bird, Denis and Desroches Island. To make things easier for the
visitors, some of the island also have helicopter services. In between Mahe,
Praslin and La Digue, there is a regular service of Schooner ferries.
For the convenience of tourists, Seychelles government has set a fare for taxis
that are running on Mahe, and Praslin. If you want to experience the magic of
La Digue’s breathtaking locales then you may also hire bicycle. While
riding on bicycle, you will experience the real beauty and eco-friendliness of
Seychelles.
Another major things that need to be considered is the health and vaccinations.
In Seychelles, disease like yellow fever, Malaria and cholera are unknown. If
you are coming from area which is partly or wholly infected then you need to
carry a valid vaccination certificate. If you are coming via Nairobi in Kenya
then you need to show the vaccination certificate. La Digue, Mahe and Praslin
are known for offering best quality medical care.
In Seychelles, you do not need to carry visas. All you need to have a valid
passport, return ticket, accommodation proof and sufficient funds and a 30-day
visitor’s permit. It can also be extended up to three months from the
releasing date. As a traveler, you must carry all important phone numbers for
your safety. Moreover, you must inquire your Seychelles holidays package
completely. It is quite possible that your package may coincide with Regatta!
Isn’t it exciting? |