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The lush tropical islands of the Seychelles are idyllic with their glorious white sand beaches and sparkling blue waters absolutely made for doing nothing! Famous for their luxurious resorts, many with exotic spas and fine-dining restaurants, these 115 islands are scattered like exquisite jewels across the dark, velvety blue expanse of the Indian Ocean and offer an exclusive hideaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life

Rich vegetation includes coconuts, mangoes and bananas and the islands' are a natural habitat for a range of wildlife such as giant tortoises, turtles and rare birds and plants. The spectacular tropical fish and coral gardens make snorkelling and scuba-diving popular activities. The best way to get a true feel of the Seychelles is to island-hop, from Mahe, the main island boasting a coastline of 68 beaches and coves to the tiny island of Curieuse, only 1 sq mile in area.

Mauritius is pure paradise teeming with white sand beaches, translucent waters, shallow lagoons, coral reefs, cane fields and forested mountains. If you want to escape to a tropical haven cooled by the gentle breezes of the Indian Ocean then Mauritius is the place for you.

The people on this charming island are warm and friendly, the cuisine is delicious and the customs and cultures are vibrant and appealing.
The island offers more than just lazy days on the beach, it’s interior of spectacular volcanic peaks, waterfalls and ebony forests offers hiking trails and panoramic views throughout the island. The many resorts offer a wide range of activities including golf, water-sports, diving and big game fishing. The island's villages and hotels have an excellent selection of restaurants with Indian, Chinese, Creole and European cuisine. For those who simply want to relax and revitalise you may prefer to indulge in a rejuvenating treatment at one of the many spas.

While there your Mauritius holiday should include a round of golf on one of the breathtaking championship courses or take an exhilarating deep-sea fishing expedition to catch marlin and shark.

Perhaps the most enduring memory of your holiday to Mauritius will be of relaxing on a tranquil beach admiring the golden hues of an Indian Ocean sunset. 
 

Holidaying in the Maldives conjure up images of white sands, swaying palm trees, crystal blue waters and doing as little as possible…but doing it in style! From water bungalows to world-class hotels, these stunning islands are the perfect getaway. Home to the most colourful marine-life and corals, it follows that scuba-diving and snorkelling are popular past-times here. Whilst by night under the stars you can enjoy Indian, Sri Lankan, Asian and local cuisine.

Famous for amazing dive sites the Maldives is home to three quarters of the worlds reef fish. Add seamless service, world-class spas and a truly romantic feel and you've found the perfect place in which to relax.

Holidays to the Maldives, with over 1000 'Robinson Crusoe' islands, will guarantee you a holiday of a lifetime, with stunning lagoons, dazzling underwater coral gardens and beautiful white sand beaches.
 

The Indian Ocean, the third largest body of water in the whole world, is also one of the most attractive cruising destinations for those who enjoy this type of vacation. And the joy in a cruise comes not only from the travel itself, but from spending some quality time at your destination – and the variety of destinations to pick from when traveling through the Indian Ocean is definitely to be considered!

For example, try the Maldives – a great place for those who love splashing in the water, it spans over 80 islands with beautiful resorts, and the interesting thing is that they’re all unique – you’ll hardly ever see some repeated pattern around all those resorts.

Your holiday in the Indian Ocean could also take you to Goa, a part of India – known for its lush nature and interesting architecture, Goa is also the home of a whole genre of music named after it – Goa trance. Understandably, the place holds numerous parties in this style so if you’re into this kind of music you should change your sleep schedule a bit since you’ll probably not get a single hour of sleep during your stay.

The Seychelles is another possibility for those traveling on their Indian Ocean holiday. The sights of those green forests and crystal clear sea water are enough to bring any soul to a state of serenity, making the place a popular spot for tourists as well. You could take up various water-based activities like scuba diving, surfing and anything else you could think of.

Try paying a visit to Mahe while you’re there – being the largest island in the country, it’s also one of the most visited locations by tourists and holds a number of things to make your holiday in the Indian Ocean the best experience of your life!