Travel Temptations July 2022
C O N T E N T S July 2022
WATER 06| Beyond the Reef 08| Ponant 10|
GetMyBoat
12|
Butinah Charters
AIR 16|
Trans Maldivian Airways
18|
İGA Istanbul Airport
20| Air Bali Helicopter 22| iJET Flight Support Services 24| Balloon Adventures Dubai 26| Monarch Air Group
LAND 30| Europcar Mauritius 32| TLC – The Limo Company
LIFESTYLE 36| JeeTravels 38| Passenger Diaries Switzerland Tours and Experiences 40| Italy Creative 42| Shadowpalm Tours 44| Atoll Divers Seychelles 46| Ocean Spirit Scuba Diving 48| Enchanting Travels 50| Canmore Cave Tours 52| Platinum Heritage 54| Owen’s Tours and Safaris
DESTINATION 58| Grimselwelt 60| MINT Snowboarding 62| Aphrodite Hills Golf Course 64| Cosmoledo Eco Camp 66| Alphonse Island
Travel broadens the mind, so do our programmes
NEWS
INTERNATIONAL NEWS & FEATURES 24/7 available in English, French, Arabic and Spanish
Hospitality contacts: Claire Moreuil - claire.moreuil@francemm.com & Vishmi Congreve - vishmi.congreve@francemm.com
WATER
COVER FEATURE Beyond the Reef Alphonse Island, Seychelles Mahé based private boat charter company, Beyond the Reef is renowned for its luxurious charter fleet fully crewed by professionals so guests can take in the natural beauty of the Seychelles Islands. This exclusive company has four vessels ranging from 33ft to 74ft– The Slow Turtle, PS, Pelican, and Basic Instinct. Beyond the Reef enables guests to cruise in style around the Seychelles, whether it is for a romantic half-day cruise to the National Marine Park or a week-long sailing exploration to the uninhabited Outer Islands, or a fishing adventure with friends. The onboard crew can arrange snorkelling, diving, and island exploration making it the perfect way to discover the magnificent Seychelles islands whilst spending quality time with family and friends in style!
6 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
WATER
beyondthereef.sc reservations@beyondthereef.sc Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 7
WATER
8 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
WATER
Ponant Marseille, France Created in 1988 by officers of the French Merchant Navy, PONANT has created a new style of cruising, under the French flag, through a unique conception of sea travel and a commitment to promoting responsible tourism. Accessing exceptional territories aboard yachts with up to 132 staterooms featuring refined design, on which the art of living and excellent cuisine take pride of place: such is the promise of a unique and authentic PONANT voyage. Its fleet of 12 vessels is one of the most modern and recent in the world, fully CLEANSHIP certified by Bureau Veritas, attesting to a reduced environmental impact. PONANT surrounds itself with prestigious partners (Ducasse Conseil, Relais & Châteaux, National Geographic, etc.) and the best naturalists and experts who share their expertise and passion during encounters and lectures.
au.ponant.com presse@ponant.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 9
WATER
10 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
WATER
GetMyBoat Foster City, United States of America GetMyBoat is the world’s largest marketplace for boat rentals and all types of bookable water experiences. Whether it is a catamaran in California or a kayak in Croatia, GetMyBoat have over 150,000 water experiences in 184 countries that can all be booked on the go right from your phone!
www.getmyboat.com val@getmyboat.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 11
WATER
12 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
WATER
Butinah Charters Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Embrace your passion for travel with their luxury yachts. If it is a holiday outing, a celebration of the loved one’s birthday or a new destination, you want to make sure to relax and appreciate every moment on board. Butinah Charters is equipped with every luxury amenity. Born out of a passion to travel, they make sure all your travel wants and needs are met. Their global network and enthusiastic team of yachting experts spare nothing to serve you and please you.
www.butinahcharters.com info@butinahcruising.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 13
Alto Wine Estate
IS A LEADING RED WINE PRODUCER NESTLED HIGH IN THE HELDERBERG MOUNTAINS IN STELLENBOSCH We are an Estate with a rich heritage and have been producing world-class wines for over a hundred years. We are the oldest red wine only producer in South Africa and are also one of the few wine estates to have only had five winemakers in our century old history — with two being a father and son duo. Our portfolio of wines is small and curated, our winemaker Bertho van der Westhuizen treats each wine as he would our flagship blend. From our Iconic Alto Rouge to our exceptional Alto Estate Blend, our wines ensure quality and consistency throughout. Visit our intimate Tasting Room, stroll through our barrel cellar or join us for our seasonal sunset rouge evenings and learn about the rich heritage and legacy that makes Alto what it is today. Address: Annandale Road, Stellenbosch T: 021 881 3884 E: info@altowines.co.za AltoWinery
@altowineestate
AltoWines
WWW.ALTO.CO.ZA
AIR
16 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
AIR
Trans Maldivian Airways Hulhule Island, Maldives Trans Maldivian Airways is the world’s largest Seaplane Operator with Operations ongoing for more than 25 years. They have a fleet of 57 Twin Otter Aircraft, serving more than 80 resorts in Maldives, and operating 200 – 300 flights per day. TMA’s offerings include exclusive resort transfers, scenic flights, private charters and excursions. TMA is known to provide the best views of the Maldives’ blue waters from the top and is one of the most preferred mode of transfer in the island nation. Over the years, TMA has become the backbone of the tourism infrastructure in Maldives and is credited for the growth of tourism in the atolls further away from Malé airport.
www.transmaldivian.com info@transmaldivian.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 17
AIR
18 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
AIR
İGA Istanbul Airport Istanbul, Turkey Magical Journeys Start Here... Istanbul Airport is the main international airport serving Istanbul, Turkey. It is located in the Arnavutköy district on the European side of the city.
www.igairport.aero seyda.yilmaz@igairport.aero Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 19
AIR
20 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
AIR
Air Bali Helicopter Denpasar, Indonesia
Air Bali Helicopter offers tailor-made itineraries to suit client needs and offer competitive rates for private charter work. Air Bali Helicopter is the first dedicated and oldest helicopter tours and aerial filming-photography in Bali and across the region. With over 20 years of experience, they take pride in maintaining a 100% safety record and the company has been with the BARS Program since April 2013, they are also currently a GOLD rating operator certified by BARS – a worldwide audit program. Air Bali Helicopter owns and operates The Bell Helicopter 206 family of turbine-powered rotary wing aircraft, which is world-renowned and considered to be the safest, most reliable aircraft of any kind flying throughout the world. The professional team is dedicated to ensuring that you receive only the best, to provide a smooth and memorable experience from start to finish.
airbali.com marketing@airbali.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 21
AIR
22 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
AIR
iJET Flight Support Services Dubai, United Arab Emirates iJET, a leading international trip-planning and flight management company, specializes in providing regulatory authorizations and ground support services to aircraft operators around the world. From their Dubai headquarters, the team of aviation experts work round the clock to ensure that their valued clients’ trips are operated effectively and efficiently. Established in 2014, with a presence in all major aviation hubs of the world, they offer a blend of global resources, expertise, and the required aviation regulatory knowledge to provide the highest quality service to their clients worldwide. Their detailed knowledge of the aviation world, strong ties with local CAA around the world, and their network of trusted suppliers allow them to be up to date with the new laws and latest changes in rules and regulations of the aviation industry.
www.iJET.aero ops@ijet.aero Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 23
AIR
24 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
Balloon Adventures Dubai
AIR
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Balloon Adventures Dubai is the longest operating Hot Air Balloon Company in Dubai. As the pioneers of ballooning in Dubai, no one comes close to our know-how and experience in the region. They chartered the Dubai desert and have been doing it since 2005. After 15 years and thousands of flights you could say they are the experts and the specialists in creating the best ballooning adventures! Float at 4,000 feet above the pristine desert dunes and witness the most beautiful sun arising from the Hajar mountains. An experience with Balloon Adventures Dubai is a lot more than just the hot air balloon ride. They offer guests memorable flights followed by a drive in a vintage Land Rover and a 5-star à la carte breakfast served in an authentic Bedouin camp.
www.ballooning.ae marketing@hero-experiences.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 25
AIR
26 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
AIR
Monarch Air Group Fort Lauderdale, United States of America Monarch Air Group is a private jet company based in Fort Lauderdale and provides on-demand air charter and long-term aircraft leases across the globe, as well as mission-critical logistics in austere environments. At Monarch Air Group they understand that safety and reliability are paramount. Not only is their personnel highly trained and qualified, but they are deeply passionate about aviation. They are known for their fast response time and competitive pricing. The high client retention rate is attributed to above par level of service, industry knowledge, and fair pricing model. Monarch’s Stake Holder’s approach to every mission, in-depth knowledge of the operation, and experience of their team members and management allows them to stand above the crowd and Reach Higher.
monarchairgroup.com fly@monarchairgroup.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 27
SPAANDWELLNESSINTERNATIONAL.COM
LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT SPA EXPERIENCE? VISIT OUR SPA & WELLNESS WEBSITE. YOU CAN CHECK OUT THE LATEST AND GREATEST IN SPAS, VIEW UPCOMING RETREATS, SPECIAL OFFERS, FIND YOUR NEXT ESCAPE OR ADD A REVIEW OF YOUR LATEST EXPERIENCE. WE’VE ALSO GOT PLENTY OF GREAT INFORMATION ON ALL THINGS SPA & WELLNESS RELATED.
SPA & WELLNESS
INTERNATIONAL
73
LAND
Europcar Mauritius Plaine Lauzun, Mauritius Europcar is the leading car rental company in Europe and one of the main players in the mobility sector. Present in more than 160 countries, the brand has the world’s largest vehicle rental network. Present since 1974 on the island, Europcar Mauritius was the first franchise outside Europe and is very well represented, with 3 agencies, notably in Grand Baie, at the airport and in Plaine Lauzun. Also, with a presence in the largest hotel groups, Europcar Mauritius has counters all over the island in order to be closer to its customers. It provides its customers with short, medium or long term rentals and allows them to choose the vehicle that best suits them from a wide range: mini, economical, compact, classic, intermediate, but also luxury cars. In addition, accessories are available such as GPS, baby seat or booster. It is possible to rent with or without driver, and have the vehicles delivered to the agency or even to hotels. The drivers have a reputation for being perfectly bilingual English and French, for being discreet and professional, and have good interpersonal skills. Choosing to rent a car is not having to worry about insurance matters. Europcar Mauritius offers the most extensive driver and passenger insurance coverage, to European standards and has a breakdown service 24/7.
30 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LAND
www.europcar.mu atailly@europcar.mu Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 31
LAND
TLC – The Limo Company Waterford, Ireland The Limo Company is based in Ireland’s South East and is one of Ireland’s largest family owned and managed limo hire companies. They have a large fleet of hand-crafted and specially chosen vintage and modern cars. Whatever your taste in vehicles, classic or contemporary, The Limo Company will have the right car for your next event. The cars have been sourced from SIMI dealers in Ireland and from the UK. All their vehicles are maintained to the very highest of professional standards. As a family run business, they believe in developing positive business relationships with all their clients and they go the extra mile to make your big event that little bit special. “It’s the small things that make perfection but perfection is no small thing” Henry Royce
32 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LAND
www.thelimocompany.ie info@thelimocompany.ie Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 33
THE #1 GOLF TRAVEL MAGAZINE
marketing@destinationgolf.travel
www.destinationgolf.travel
Facebook.com/DestinationGolf
Twitter.com/Dest_golfguide
INSPIRED BY NATURE PERFECTED BY SCIENCE
• • • • • • • •
Pure & premium spa products & lifestyle amenities Natural active ingredients Earth-, animal- & people-friendly Holistic wellbeing rituals World-class health retreats Spa & wellbeing education & training Turnkey spa & wellbeing operator Globally renowned
www.healingearth.co.za
LIFESTYLE
JeeTravels Espoo, Finland
JeeTravels is a Luxury Travel Package provider in the Nordics. Their vision is to reach out to travel enthusiasts across the globe and make them experience the Scandinavian countries and their pristine beauty. The Nordics nurture are some of the undiscovered jewels of nature. JeeTravels tour packages provide exclusive opportunities to explore this beauty in Northern Europe. With attractive destinations and world class arrangements in transportation and accommodation, they aim to stand unique in the luxury metrics. Their tour packages include: • • •
Group tours to the Nordic Countries of Finland, Sweden and Norway Private tours to Finnish Lapland Day Trips in Helsinki and Tallinn
JeeTravels is always for travelers. Their customers are their utmost priority. They aim to exceed their expectations, especially with regard to good service, they respect value; initiative; innovation; transparency; loyalty and acceptance of responsibility. They believe in humility, cost-consciousness and sustainability. Their packages are updated with all the latest offerings and world class facilities. Packages are safe and well-maintained. They conduct their operations in compliance with all applicable environmental standards and strive to continuously improve through their efforts and growth mindset. Their unique expertise in combining the 4 basic components of a trip: transport, stay, dining and experiences, generates both tourist satisfaction and memorable experiences for their valued customers.
www.jeetravels.com hello@jeetravels.com 36 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 37
LIFESTYLE
38 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Passenger Diaries Switzerland Tours and Experiences Lucerne, Switzerland Passenger Diaries is the leading travel company specialising in exclusive, customised private tours in Lake Lucerne, Jungfrau, Bern Oberland Region and Ticino, the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. Photo, Walking, Hiking, Culinary and Cultural experiences and tours all over the Swiss Alps are provided. Your Swiss Adventure can also be tailored to enjoy the best wines around lake Lucerne or visit well preserved castles with breathtaking vistas, or what about a city tour with a chocolate tasting? Passenger Diaries offers a personalised service focusing on private and small groups. Your journey is customised according to your travel interest and priority. With many years of experience traveling the country Passenger Diaries guarantees you unforgettable moments with a lot of fun.
www.passengerdiaries.com info@passengerdiaries.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 39
LIFESTYLE
Italy Creative Italy
Italy Creative offers unforgettable, tailor-made luxury services across Italy, ensuring a travel experience that stands apart from the rest. Based in the very outskirts of Milan, Italy Creative is an independent accredited DMC tour operator and incoming travel agency. They offer the chance to discover all of Italy, its flavours, its cultural gems in the major cities or in minor towns for an off-the-beaten-path experience of the most demanding travellers. Their typical clientele base is: Luxury, leisure, FIT, small group, MICE (incentive), corporate and business, interested in high level services and bespoke experiences. They turn dreams into reality. They offer unique experiences, selected luxury and boutique hotels, charming places, gourmet experiences, concierge services. Thanks to their long experience as travel designer experts their goal is to ensure excellent services.
www.italycreative.it welcome@italycreative.it 40 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 41
LIFESTYLE
42 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Shadowpalm Tours South Malé Atoll, Maldives Live your best island experience in the Maldives with Shadowpalm. Situated in South Malé Atoll Maafushi, one of the tropical local islands of the Maldives. Shadowpalm offers the finest tours to experience the Maldives. They are specialised in adventure and cultural day tours from Maafuhsi Island. Their scheduled daily tours are guaranteed to experience the best of the Maldives. Their team is well experienced and trained to give you a comfortable, memorable experience. In fact, the ShadowPalm family has worked hard to mold the underwater-photo into the number one ranked snorkeling experience in Maafushi. They also book hotels, resorts, transfers in the Maldives for their guests. Their excursions and activities are handpicked and carefully organized to give you the perfect moments at Maafushi.
www.shadowpalm.com shadowpalm@maafushi.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 43
LIFESTYLE
44 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Atoll Divers Seychelles Mahé, Seychelles Atoll Divers has relied on years of experience and immersion to offer more than 30 sites, several of which are exclusive and preserved. Their boat allows us to adapt to changing weather conditions all year round, and even to depart from different locations if necessary. Discover the most remote, exclusive and preserved sites, in search of whales, grey and hammerhead sharks, giant rays, green turtles, frogfish and other underwater treasures that the Seychelles have in store for you.
atolldiverseychelles.com atolldivers.seychelles@gmail.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 45
LIFESTYLE
46 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Ocean Spirit Scuba Diving Pereybèré, Mauritius Ocean Spirit is a PADI 5 Star Diving Centre with a PROJECT AWARE Green Star. Their passion is diving and to share this with their clients. The minute you arrive you are among friends, and their staff love their work, know their fish and share their passion. Their 33 ft Legend boat has 150 hp Eco Engines. It’s fast, comfortable, shaded with backward roll, giant step or seated entry options. Reefs are varied and include Shark Safaris, wrecks, walls, beautiful shallow coral dives and macro life. After diving there is an opportunity to chat on the deck and eat delicious Mauritian snacks. Why not join them?
www.osdiving.com info@osdiving.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 47
LIFESTYLE
48 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Enchanting Travels Greenwood Village, United States of America Enchanting Travels is an award-winning, tailormade tour operator, creating individual journeys of a lifetime. Every Enchanting Travels tour is as unique as their guests, being built on an extensive knowledge of their destinations, an outstanding team of professionals, and personalized service. Over 40,000 guests have travelled with Enchanting Travels since the company was established in 2004. Today, their portfolio covers more than 70 destinations in Africa, Asia, North and South America, Australia and Oceania, as well as the polar regions. Private tours with Enchanting Travels combine freedom and flexibility with all the benefits of booking with a reliable, trusted travel company: 100% financial protection, safe and secure travel, and a personal trip coordinator, available 24/7, to manage logistics, fulfil special requests whenever possible, and take care of all the details.
www.enchantingtravels.com contact@enchantingtravels.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 49
LIFESTYLE
50 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Canmore Cave Tours Canmore, Canada The Best Adventure IN The Rockies! Join Canmore Cave Tours year-round, rain or shine, for a Natural History tour into Rat’s Nest Cave - a wild, undeveloped cave under Grotto Mountain; near Banff and Canmore, Alberta, Canada! Canmore Cave Tours has been offering tours at Rat’s Nest Cave, since 1992. While they have grown since then, their goal remains the same - to offer their guests the most extraordinary, unforgettable experience possible. As passionate cavers and cave advocates they feel it is a privilege to share this amazing place with you, and when you join a tour, you do so as a friend and fellow explorer. “We hope that at the end of the day, tired and dirty as you may be, you are brimming with as much excitement and appreciation for the cave as we are.”
www.canmorecavetours.com info@canmorecavetours.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 51
LIFESTYLE
Platinum Heritage Dubai, United Arab Emirates Platinum Heritage is the leading eco and luxury desert safari company in Dubai. The desert safaris include gentle wildlife drives through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve where guests spot native wildlife, learn about the local fauna and flora while been driven in a 1950’s vintage Land Rovers. On Heritage Safaris guests are taken on a cultural journey from vibrant Bedouin camps, to authentic Emirati cuisine and traditional performances. Their Luxury Platinum Desert Safaris takes place in stunning desert settings around exclusive oasis where guests enjoy fine-dining experiences with private chefs and impressive entertainment. The Platinum Desert Safaris bring an elegant magic to the desert. Platinum Heritage’s mission is to protect the Emirati cultural heritage and the natural environment of Dubai while creating incredible experiences that exceed guests’ expectations.
www.platinum-heritage.com marketing@hero-experiences.com 52 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 53
LIFESTYLE
Owen’s Tours and Safaris Livingstone, Zambia
The Motto at Owen’s Tours and Safaris is to organize affordable holiday Transfers, Tours and Safaris. They handle clients seeking to have the best memorable safari adventure of their lifetime and return home as storytellers. Owen’s Tours and Safaris will help you experience Africa life in its true sense. From living among the residents to eating authentic delicacies the client is sure to walk home with wonderful moments and memories. Surrounded by scenic beauty and tourist attractions they make it convenient for you to visit all the beautiful places with their inhouse guide. They can also help you arrange transport facilities for an easier commute to nearby attractions.
owenstaxiandtours.com owenstaxiandtours@gmail.com 54 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
LIFESTYLE
Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 55
DESTINATION
Grimselwelt Innertkirchen, Switzerland The steepest passenger funicular railway in Europe. A trip on the Gelmerbahn is an experience like no other, with a turquoise mountain lake awaiting you after the rattling 12-minute trip backwards up the mountain. With a gradient of 106 per cent, it is undoubtedly the steepest passenger funicular railway in Europe. Originally built to transport building material weighing several tonnes, this technological masterpiece now offers an unforgettable rail experience. Once you have reached the top, a tour around the wild, romantic Lake Gelmer or a hike up to the Gelmerhütte is recommended. The Beautiful Sherlock Holmes Trail – The audacious engineers followed the thundering waters of the Reichenbach Falls when they were laying the tracks for the goods railway in 1899. Eyeball to eyeball with the raging stream and the mighty 120-metre-high Reichenbach Falls, this heritage railway, with its 24-seater wooden carriage, an accurate reproduction of the original, climbs ever upwards. Near the summit station, three viewing terraces offer a breathtaking view of the waterfall and the Haslital. This excursion is pretty much a must for Sherlock Holmes fans. It was here that the famous detective challenged his arch-enemy Professor Moriarty to a fight – their hand-to-hand battle ended with them tumbling into the depths of precisely this waterfall! The Oberaarbahn is the latest attraction at the Grimselwelt! On this gondola ride, you sweep down low from the Grimsel Hospiz over Lake Grimsel and across beautiful moorland to Lake Oberaar. During the 30-minute trip in two stages, you can experience the breathtaking alpine panorama from a whole new perspective. Perfect for the Summer Months – In a matter of minutes, the Hospizbahn brings hikers from the Grimsel Hospiz down to Sommerloch at the foot of the Grimsel dam and to the hiking routes leading towards the Räterichsbodensee reservoir and Lake Grimsel.
www.grimselwelt.ch welcome@grimselwelt.ch 58 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
DESTINATION
Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 59
DESTINATION
MINT Snowboarding Morzine, France MINT Snowboarding provides top level snowboard instruction. Coaching in the French Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets & Chatel as well as backcountry tours around the world. Their young, enthusiastic team of snowboard instructors are qualified to the highest level within snowboarding (via British BASI and equivalent). MINT’s instructors are all either British or fluent English speakers, offering easy to understand techniques and fun focused snowboard coaching for all levels. Their skills lie both in their passion for snowboarding as well as their passion for teaching snowboarding. Whatever level you ride and however you like to learn. MINT Snowboarding has the perfect program for you.
60 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
DESTINATION
mintsnowboarding.com info@mintsnowboarding.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 61
DESTINATION
62 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
DESTINATION
Aphrodite Hills Golf Course Kouklia, Cyprus APHRODITE HILLS GOLF COURSE - The first ever leisure and golf development of its kind in Cyprus. This is not just a golf course… it is the crème de la crème of its kind; destined to put a magic spell on you. With your passion for golf, create the most enchanting memories possible. Featuring a magnificent championship golf course, a magnificent Clubhouse and surrounded by breathtaking scenery; it is the perfect environment for golfers of all standards and ages. Spreading out over 6,289 meters and overlooking the site where Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, is said to have emerged from the sea, our golf course is truly a unique location in which to test your skills with friends.
www.aphroditehills.com/golf info@aphroditehills.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 63
DESTINATION
64 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
DESTINATION
Cosmoledo Eco Camp Mahé, Seychelles Easily feel like you are at the edge of the world with nobody else around. The 8 recrafted Eco Pods draw in a sense of serenity and adventure from the unspoiled beauty of its surroundings, whilst at the same time exuding a unity with its location. Committed to the conservation, preservation and protection of the natural resources of Cosmoledo Atoll, the single eco-camp situated on Wizard Island is where nature meets sustainable hospitality, the likes of which you won’t find elsewhere. Very little SCUBA diving has been done around Cosmoledo to date, making for a thrilling and unique diving experience, with new dive sites constantly being discovered. Cosmoledo is an important bird area and holds Seychelles’ largest colonies of all three species of booby that breed in Seychelles, including the last viable population of Brown Booby. Enjoy bird watching excursions with an expert guide. Of course, the bluewater and fly fishing is worldclass, and guests have access to some of the top fly fishing guides in the world.
www.bluesafari.com reservations@bluesafari.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 65
DESTINATION
66 | Travel Temptations | July 2022
DESTINATION
Alphonse Island Alphonse Island, Seychelles Alphonse Island is the only PADI five-star certified dive centre in the Outer Islands of the Seychelles. The Alphonse Dive Centre has a dynamic and professional team fully qualified to take divers of all abilities to see the remote underwater wonderland around the Seychelles in comfortable purpose-built dive boats. The world-famous crystal-clear waters make for impeccable visibility, so guests can see the beautiful plethora of tropical fish, untouched coral reefs, the magnificence of sharks and rays. Restricted fishing activity allows divers to see an unrivalled variety of marine life from large predators to pelagic fish to resident coral reef species. This once-in-a-lifetime visual phenomenon coupled with the Alphonse Dive Centre’s team’s experience will make a memorable holiday experience impossible to forget.
www.alphonse-island.com/en reservations@alphonse-island.com Travel Temptations | July 2022 | 67
