The Seychelles Islands’ stand highly appreciated during the consular celebrations in Lyon
The
18th edition of “les fêtes consulaires” were held between September
14 and 15, 2019 in Lyon, the second largest city in France. Les Fêtes
Consulaires is a friendly gathering for different consulates based in Lyon,
where they can promote their respective countries to the 23,000 visitors who
attend the event.
Amongst
the 50 consulates present was the newly re-opened Consulate of Republic of
Seychelles represented by Mrs. Virginie Mathieu, the new appointed honorary
Consul for Seychelles in the region Auvergne Rhône Alpes.
The
Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Office in Paris represented by STB marketing
executive, Ms. Valerie Payet, had the honour to be present alongside Mrs.
Mathieu to showcase Seychelles as a must-visit destination.
The
Seychelles corner displayed some of the islands most distinguished features,
namely the tropical forests filled with a vast variety of flora and fauna, as
well as the prominent beaches.
Over
the two days of festivities, the Seychelles consulate’s stand attracted
individuals of all ages with its vibrant presentations of the Seychelles
Islands. Ms. Payet present on site had the opportunity to interact with
numerous visitors to promote the destination and its several wonders.
Together
with the Consulate and the STB team in Paris, Club Med representatives was also
present at the event and took the opportunity to promote their upcoming
property in Seychelles, a five Trident Exclusive Collection Resort on Sainte
Anne Island, set to open its doors in 2020.
During
the official opening of the village, the STB team was honored by the presence
of Mr. Gérard Collomb, Mayor of Lyon.
Visitors
of the Seychelles stand included His Excellency Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde,
Seychelles Ambassador in France, Mr. Ralph Agrippine, Minister’s Advisor at the
embassy and Mr. Jean-François Noaro, Honorary Consul for Seychelles in Monaco.
