The Seychelles are a paradise on earth. This island republic located in the warm waters of the western Indian Ocean comprises approximately 115 islands with lush tropical vegetation, beautiful beaches with pristine shores, and a wide variety of marine life. The Seychelles lie northeast of Madagascar with a population of about 99,000. They are a melting pot of many cultures that have blended and coexisted since the first settlement of the islands in 1770.

The three main inhabited islands are Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue. Once a hideout for pirates, the Seychelles are still literally a treasure on earth, where you can truly feel an oasis of peace in unspoiled nature. Surrounded by breathtakin...