Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

The Seychelles archipelago was uninhabited until the 17th century, and it is still so quiet and pristine that it retains the charm of a truly undiscovered paradise. You’ll feel as though you’re making the first footprint in the sand here—and the beaches are the stuff of a shipwrecked sailor’s dream. You’ll soon see why pirates made this spot in the Indian Ocean their base—and though you may not find their buried jewels, the real treasure is the tropical greenery framed against towering granite and crystal-clear water. The view, the water and the art of knowing how best to enjoy them are the main attractions; and if the nearest view isn’t enough, tour Le Jardin du Roi, rich with local spices and blossoms. The rain-forest walk and the native palms are worth a trip to Mont Fleuri Botanical Gardens (Victoria Botanical Gardens). A dive at Takamaka Bay reveals the natural granite beneath the water. Discover handmade jewellery and silk paintings at Victoria Market, but the most valuable gift you’ll take home is the experience of a beach—your very own—that didn’t exist until you set foot on it.