Seychelles

Scattered across the Indian Ocean, the 115 islands of Seychelles are the stuff of desert-island dreams: sculpted granite boulders rising from powder-soft sand, jungle-clad peaks, and warm, impossibly clear water in every shade of turquoise. These are, by common consensus, some of the finest beaches on earth.

But Seychelles is far more than scenery. It is a global leader in marine conservation, protecting vast swathes of ocean and hosting giant tortoises, nesting turtles and the rare coco de mer palm found nowhere else on the planet.

Blending laid-back Creole culture, easy connectivity and a growing embrace of mindful, low-impact travel, Seychelles suits honeymooners, families and remote workers alike. Pure escapism, with genuine purpose beneath the postcard.