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Nestled comfortably 1,000 miles (1600 kilometers) off the coast of East Africa, lay 115 islands, most of which being made up of luxury resorts and private-island escapes. Even farther off the coast, on the outer edge of the Indian Ocean archipelago, a thirty-five minute flight from the capital Mahé, practically secluded from the accelerated world of technology and obligation, is Desroches Island.
Desroches Island seems like the perfect, unplugged getaway; and it is, with the new addition to the Four Seasons resort and spa. Four Seasons at Seychelles is already known to promote luxury and extravagance to the fullest, offering it’s guests nothing less than a royal experience. The resort includes fitness centers, 24 hour in-resort dining, snorkeling and scuba diving, as well as beaches, treehouse villas, and even a private infinity pool for every accommodation. Experiences at the Four Seasons at Seychelles is almost entirely customizable to the needs of any travelling group. Also, the weather stays at around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit (about 21-28 degrees Celcius) for the entire year, so travel to this destination is a non-stop display of perfection.
The Four Seasons – Seychelles at Desroches Island, offers a little extra magnificence to its experience. Secluded from the rest of the world, Desroches features practically untouched and essentially undamaged coral reefs, which compliment the lush, flourishing groves of coconut trees. Along nine miles of picturesque, sandy beaches, prevails eleven, brand new private residence villas. Each villa consists of three to five bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a dedicated, personal butler. There are also private plunge pools, indoor and outdoor bathrooms, and four new restaurants and bars on the island. The entire experience at Seychelles at Desroches Island is unique and personal, as well as complementary to the breezy, beautiful island aesthetic.
If this still isn’t enough to prove that a stay at the Four Seasons Seychelles is extraordinary, there’s also the Circle of Connection spa, which works to calm, refresh, and detoxify every worn and tired body. The Circle of Connection spa features five spa treatment suites (including a couple’s room), as well as a hair and beauty salon. Adding even more to the sweet sense of relaxation, the spa offers yoga retreats on the beach; this is a fine way to get in touch with the earth and one’s self.
Every day at the Four Seasons is a new day to breathe, relax, and reconnect with others or one’s self. It’s a luxurious getaway unmatched by any other, leaving its visitors rejuvenated and refreshed. With the new additions on Desroches Island, the experience only gets better and the sun only shines brighter.
For more information visit: FourSeasons.com/Seychelles