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Seychelles marked a 42% annual increase in tourist arrivals from India in 2016 compared to 2015. Around 11,000 tourists from India visited Seychelles in 2016 compared to 8000 in 2015 and as a result, India broke into the list of top 10 source markets for the tourism board.
This increase can be attributed to the India tourist office’s committed focus on promotion of the destination, interest and efforts from the hotels and DMCs to capture the Indian market, increased customer awareness due to Bollywood associations and innovative digital presence along with an increase in Air Seychelles daily flights from four to five times a week.
Commenting on this accomplishment Sherin Francis, CEO, Seychelles Tourism Board, said, “We are thrilled with the interest created in the market about Seychelles that made it possible for the momentum of success to continue. We have seen a phenomenal increase in arrivals since we opened office three years ago. The increase in arrivals from India was 42% making Seychelles one of the top choices for a holiday. This would not have been possible without the constant support of Air Seychelles, the DMCs and the hotels who walk with us hand in hand in going the extra mile to ensure year on year success.”
Lubaina Sheerazi, COO, Blue Square Consultants, Seychelles Tourist Office – India, said, “I am positive that this is the beginning of many such landmarks. Despite limited budgets and stiff competition, we have been able to generate phenomenal interest for the destination among Indians. Also, huge credit goes to the passion and aggression with which our select travel agent partners continue to promote the destination.”
Sourse: travelnewsdigest.in
