Mason's Travel News

Mason’s Travel Staff Shine at Ocean Race to Mark 45th Anniversary of Seychelles’ First Marine Park

Staff from Mason’s Travel had an excellent showing at the annual kayak race to commemorate the Ste Anne Marine Park, now celebrating its 45th year of existence. About 35 participants took part in the race, ten of which were from Mason’s Travel. Participants started from Ste Anne Island, winding past the islands of Moyenne and Round before returning to the finish line.

Hotel Updates: Denis Private Island

Denis Private Island enjoys social media storm with UNILAD Adventure

For an online platform that reaches billions of people, even a tiny fraction of that amount can hold value for advertisers and businesses. But for Denis Private Island, it would appear UNILAD’s massive audiences have taken a special interest in the Indian Ocean island.

Seychelles in the Spotlight

Holidaymakers Enticed to add the Seychelles Islands to their bucket list by UK media

Seychelles has been gaining prominence in some of UK’s top publications. Recently, Seychelles was also listed among the 25 best destinations for winter sun by The Telegraph -- one of the biggest newspapers in the UK, with an outreach of almost 1.2 million.

Airline News: British Airways

British Airways is Back, Offering Year Round Flights to Seychelles

The first British Airways (BA) flight in 14 years landed at the Seychelles International airport on Sunday March 25, 2018.

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner touched down at around 6.10am with 214 passengers onboard.

Hotel Updates: Cerf Island Resort

Did You Know You Know About This Great Offering from Cerf Island Resort? 

Did you know that Cerf Island Resort, on Cerf Island, Seychelles, offers guest and visitors  an opportunity to enjoy guided snorkeling and hiking adventures?  What's more, this great offering is available free to all guests staying at the resort! 

The guided snorkel and hike tour is conducted by the Cerf Island Conservation Programme (CICP) and runs daily Monday to Friday starting at 10:30 am. 

Check out the promotional flyer and map below for more information. 

Live the Seychelles Experience . . .

 . . . on Alphonse Island!

"Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans." We have all heard this saying at some time or another and it is so true. 

Our everyday lives are filled with planning, work and obligations that often occupy our time and leaves room for little else. For mental and physical well-being is it important to 'isolate' yourself, take some time to savour your thoughts and breathe in the peace and quiet. What better place to do so than a remote island paradise..?

Airline Updates: Air Seychelles

Air Seychelles Announces 2018 Summer Schedule

Air Seychelles has today announced its 2018 summer schedule, offering travellers a choice of up to 25 international and 200 domestic flights a week.

Travellers can book seats for travel from 25 March to 27 October 2018.

This summer season, Air Seychelles will be operating the following international services from Seychelles International Airport:

Seychelles Tourism News

Seychelles' Tourism Minister and Tourism Board CEO Hold Talks with Airline Partners at ITB Berlin 2018

The Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, Maurice Loustau-Lalanne and the Chief Executive of the Seychelles Tourism Board, Sherin Francis, held discussions with airline partners on the sidelines of the 2018 ITB fair, held from March 7 to 11, in Berlin, Germany.

They met with officials from Qatar Airways, Edelweiss Air and Turkish Airlines.

Hotel Updates: Auberge Chez Plume

Auberge d'Anse Boileau Changes its Name

Kindly note that Auberge d'Anse Boileau, on Mahé Island, Seychelles,  has now changed its name to "Auberge Chez Plume."

Seychelles Tourism News

Seychelles Tourism Board Trains North American Travel Trade Professionals to Better Sell the Destination

The Seychelles Tourism Board’s Regional Director for Africa & the Americas, David Germain, recently conducted a ‘Seychelles product & destination training’ for a group of American tourism professionals.

Mr Germain took advantage of his visit to Los Angeles, USA for the Travel and Adventure Show to conduct the training session.

Airline Updates: Air Seychelles

Air Seychelles Expands Online Check-In to Five New Destinations

Air Seychelles has today expanded its online check-in service to five new destinations: Abu Dhabi, Johannesburg, Mauritius, Mumbai and Paris.

The service allows travellers to check-in for inbound and outbound flights from up to 24 hours before departure by simply going to airseychelles.com, making the journey simpler and faster.

Seychelles Tourism News

ITB Berlin 2018 – Seychelles Records Another Fruitful Participation  

With Germany already leading the Seychelles' visitors arrival figures in 2018, the island destination has not failed to create more hype at this year's ITB Berlin.

The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) has once again been joined by an enthusiastic group of trade partners at ITB Berlin 2018, being held at Messe Berlin, Germany.

Airline Updates: Air Seychelles

Air Seychelles Celebrates Women's Day with Special Female Flight

In celebration of International Women's Day yesterday, Air Seychelles operated a special flight between Seychelles and Johannesburg with a female captain and a team of all-female cabin crew.

At the controls of flight HM061 was Captain Nicole Changleng, while the guests were looked after by Cabin Manager Janice Benstrong, Cabin Senior Anick Souris, and Flight Attendants Gabriella Julie and Rohana Adelaide.

New Property Alert: Hotel Cote d’Or Lodge

Mason's Travel Adds Hotel Cote d’Or Lodge to Our Accommodation Portfolio

Hotel Côte d’Or Lodge, on Praslin Island, Seychelles has recently been added to our accommodation portfolio

Côte d’Or Lodge is the ideal spot for a memorable holiday as you are located on one of the finest beaches of Praslin close to the Côte d’Or village. 

Seychelles in the Spotlight

Seychelles wins 2018 Tourism Award by UK's LUX magazine

The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) has added yet another award bestowed upon the island destination to its ever-growing collection. Seychelles has been named the 'Best Indian Ocean Luxury Travel Destination' as part of the 2018 Tourism Awards by LUX magazine in the UK.

Hotel Updates: Le Domaine de L ‘Orangerie

Change in Combava Restaurant Operating Days

Please take note with immediate effect Combava Restaurant at Le Domaine de L ‘Orangerie  on La Digue Island Seychelles, will now be closed on Wednesdays for dinner.

As an alternative, guests can dine at the hotel's Santosha Restaurant.

Seychelles Tourism News

Mayotte takes the helm of the Indian Ocean's Vanilla Islands

Mayotte has assumed the rotating presidency of the Vanilla Islands, taking over from the Comoros that was leading the organisation for the past year.

The President of the Departmental Council of Mayotte, Mr. Soibahadine Ibrahim Ramadani, was handed over the mandate to lead the regional grouping on February 8, 2018. This was during a ceremony held at the Departmental Council of Mayotte and facilitated by the Chief Executive Officer of the Vanilla Islands, Mr Pascal Viroleau.

Hotel Updates: North Island Seychelles

North Island Seychelles Celebrates 21 Years of Sustainable Tourism

Turning 21 is the 'coming of age' in many cultures - the reaching of adulthood or even the end of the learning phase in a child's life. In North Island's case, turning 21 is just the start! Over two decades in all of our lives, both North Island and Wilderness Safaris' teams, speak more to the beginning of North Island's lifespan and evolution, as it is only now starting to evolve into the adult we envisioned and what was really planned for it.

Hotel Updates: JA Enchanted Island Resort

'Enchanted Island' Officially Changes its Name, New Logo

 Attention travel industry professionals, we would like to inform you that Enchanted Island Resort by JA Resorts & Hotels on Round Island, Seychelles, has recently changed their name.   

Their new business name is JA Enchanted Island Resort.  A new logo has also been designed and can be seen below. 

Hotel Updates: Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches

The New Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches is Now Open for Guests

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches, the newest luxury resort in Seychelles, is welcomed its first guests this Thursday March 1, 2018. The resort features 71 lodgings, offering a choice of beach bungalows, villas, suites and multi-bedroom Residences, all with private pool and direct beach access. Desroches,  which is part of the Amirantes group, is administered by the Island Development Company (IDC), and can be reached in 35 minutes by plane from the main island, Mahé.

Hotel Updates: Amitie Chalets

Temporary Closure: Amitie Chalets - 01.09.2018 - 01.09.2018

Please note we have been advised that Amitie Chalets, on Praslin Island, Seychelles, will be closed from 01st September through to the 30th September 2018. During this time hotel will be doing roof repair of  the chalets.