North Island in the Seychelles is a private island that offers a tranquil retreat with lapped by warm tropical waters, where native species of animal, fauna and flora have been given a place to regenerate. The Island was abandoned in the 1970`s due to the collapse of the coconut industry, but the owners of the island are slowly re-introducing native species of animals to create a natural balance of life.

North Island was created as a conservation project and has 11 luxury villas, which have been individually handcrafted by Seychellois and African craftsmen to create a warm and inviting space that offers the rare opportunity to completely relax.

North Island's villas have two air-conditioned bedrooms, kitchens, overhead ‘punkah punkah’ fans, satellite televisions, DVD/CD systems and internet access. The master bedrooms feature dressing rooms, writing areas and en-suite bathrooms with marble bathtubs and showers.

North Island offers an activities designed to have minimum impact on the environment

such as kayaking at the coastline, biking, strolling along the idyllic beaches, diving, fishing, or relaxing a the Espa holistic Spa.

A night for the main bedroom in Villa North Island would cost € 2, 760 per person. For more information visit www.north-Island.com.

The newly opened resort Labriz Silhouette Seychelles, a member of ‘Small Luxury Hotels’ is set in a beautiful and mountainous island of the third largest in the Seychelles archipelago with Mount Dubon reaching a height of 780mtrs.

The island, only a 45-minute boat ride from the capital, is rich in natural beauty and teeming with exotic wildlife.

Labriz Silhouette resort is home to a range of accommodation split between Pavilions which have private gardens and small pools, Beach Villas with private plunge pools and doors onto the white sand and Garden Villas hidden amongst lush greenery and boasting great views.

Fabulous mountainside treatments can be enjoyed at the Aqum Spa. Massage, body treatments and signature rituals inspired by the unbelievable setting.

Labriz Silhouette features modern amenities such as 32” LCD TVs, wi-fi and outdoor showers to ensure guests’ stays are as luxurious as they are memorable. Visit Labriz Silhouette for reservation.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles is a remote, jungle- hillside retreat that embraces the luxurious of treetop living. Four Seasons Resort Seychelles occupies an isolated position overlooking the idyllic bay of petite anse, 18 km or 30 min drive from Mahe International Airport. The resort descends down a lushly forested incline to a picturesque white sand beach. Creole inspired design complements the dramatic topography with granite boulders, steep jungle slopes and indented shoreline. All villas are perched on stilts amidst the jungle and provides spacious luxurious private accommodations with extensive outside deck with a private plunge pool, dining area, daybed and outsde shower. The resort offers an escape to the tropical paradise at the indian ocean with Secyhellois athmosphere and stunning views. There are 67 villas and suites with two-world class restaurants offering a large variety of cuisine and dishes. At the hilltop there is a perched spa for relaxation with eight treatment rooms and incredible views. With refreshing warmth and devoted attention, Four Seasons awakens the joy of fresh discovery. Nightly rates start from US$1,000.

Villa sundeck and plunge pool

Seascape

Beach

Exotic birdsong accompanies breathtaking views

Stress-free privacy ... spirit-quenching simplicity

Image via: Four Seasons Resort Secychelles