Tourism Seychelles not too long ago hosted a three-city roadshow in India between July 31 and August 4, 2023.

The occasion showcased Seychelles‘ unparalleled magnificence and choices as an beautiful leisure and luxurious vacation spot. The roadshow, held in Mumbai, Delhi, and Ahmedabad, was a key step in the direction of strengthening ties between Seychelles and the Indian journey commerce.

Aside from the Tourism Seychelles representatives Priya Ghag and Aditi Palav, the Air Seychelles staff was additionally there, with Ms Eliza Mose- Supervisor Gross sales & Market Improvement, Industrial and Harshvardhan D. Trivedi- Gross sales Supervisor for Air Seychelles in India. The roadshow acquired the assist of a number of native companions from lodges and vacation spot administration firms with the presence of Erica Tirant of Berjaya Resort, Alena Borisova of Savoy Resort, Christine Ibanez of Raffles Praslin, and Manoj Upadhyayp of Membership Med representing the Seychelles-based properties, whereas Alicia De Souza, Kathleen Payet, and Pascal Esparon of seven South, SilverPearl, and Holidays Seychelles respectively represented DMCs.

With the tourism trade rising from its most difficult years, the roadshow centered on bringing collectively key tourism companions comparable to vacation spot administration firms (DMCs), lodges, and the nationwide service – Air Seychelles – to work together and showcase the vacation spot product by way of one-on-one conferences with over 180 main journey brokers and tour operators throughout India.

Through the occasions, Seychelles’ tourism representatives engaged in productive discussions and networking classes with esteemed journey brokers, tour operators, and trade professionals from all three cities. The roadshow aimed to equip the brokers with immersive insights into the various tourism choices of Seychelles, reinforcing the vacation spot’s place as a best choice for Indian vacationers searching for unforgettable experiences. Attendees had the chance to discover bespoke packages and purchase first-hand information of Seychelles’ distinctive hospitality and adventurous actions.

Commenting on the occasion, Mrs. Bernadette Willemin, Director Basic for Vacation spot Advertising and marketing at Tourism Seychelles, mentioned:

“For us, India has been and continues to be a major market.”

“We’re dedicated to enhancing our partnerships with key commerce companions in India so as to welcome extra guests to the islands and supply Indian vacationers with high-quality experiences. Our roadshows play an important function in selling Seychelles as a year-round vacation spot with an assortment of choices for each form of traveler, together with honeymooners, nature lovers, luxurious vacationers, households, diving fanatics, and different thrill seekers. Considered one of our important choices for environmentally aware vacationers is eco-tourism. We’re firmly dedicated to increasing our presence within the Indian market, and this roadshow has paved the way in which for brand new collaborations and partnerships.”

Seychelles has carved out a distinct segment within the outbound market over time, significantly amongst Indian vacationers who’re more and more on the lookout for distinctive locations that provide actions and experiences for all ages and sorts of guests. Many discerning vacationers prioritize being extra eco-friendly in decisions and being nearer to nature.

The rise in curiosity in Seychelles will also be attributed to its fame as a breath-taking tropical paradise. Seychelles is endowed with a various abundance of pure magnificence and has lengthy captured the curiosity of holiday makers from internationally with its untouched expanses of white sand seashores and a kaleidoscope of colourful natural world. Along with its luxurious choices, island hopping adventures, and home cruises, the nation has been proactive in catering to the evolving wants of modern-day vacationers who’re on the lookout for experiences that mix native journey experiences, sustainable practices, and an in depth connection to nature.

The roadshow was an enormous success, offering journey commerce companions with probably the most up to date info and information about Seychelles and its many vacationer merchandise and choices. The occasion undoubtedly set the stage for elevated collaboration and a promising future for Seychelles within the Indian market.