Raffles Praslin Seychelles Celebrates 125 Years of Raffles With 125 Hours In Paradise

Raffles Hotels & Resorts celebrates its 125th anniversary with a whole year of celebrations from September 2012 onwards. Paying homage to the milestone, the youngest member of the Raffles family, Raffles Praslin Seychelles, has created an extraordinary five day VIP experience, inviting guests to spend 125 hours in paradise…

With a magical arrival on the island of Praslin by private plane and five nights in the Royal Panoramic Villa Suite, this is all-out indulgence – blissfully set atop the resort with mesmerising views of the ocean and Curieuse Island, lush greenery for the utmost privacy, and the service of a legendary Raffles Butler, 24/7.

The journey begins with the total surrender to the gifted hands of Raffles Spa therapists, with 125 minutes in the Raffles Spa. Couples treatment The Praslin Escape is a full body experience using therapeutic pearl powder from the nearby pearl farm, perfect for slipping into the relaxed pace of Seychellois life.

The remainder of the journey is filled with unforgettable island experiences, including:

• A ‘Praslin Sling’ to start, and shisha overlooking the Indian Ocean from rooftop Takamaka Terrace
• A helicopter flight gliding over the archipelago for panoramic views of the surrounding islands and coral reefs
• An excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vallée de Mai – discover the endemic Coco de Mer, and listen out for the Black Parrot, one of the world’s most rare birds
• Set sail on a private luxury cruise with an onboard masseuse, and champagne with sushi as the sun dips below the horizon
• A deep sea fishing trip – and your catch BBQ’d for lunch by the Chef on the beach of a neighbouring island
• Meet the giant tortoises on Curieuse Island, go snorkeling to discover life under the sea, or relax on Anse Lazio, voted one of the most beautiful beaches in the world
• A sunrise Pilates session on the beach to welcome the day
• A Caviar Luxe Luminescence facial at the award-winning Raffles Spa to restore radiance and lift the skin with protein-rich caviar, powerful antioxidant and a unique marine matrix
• In-villa Champagne breakfast, candle-lit dinner on the beach, Creole dinner and the freshest seafood…
• And a candle-lit bath to while away the final evening

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125 Hours at Raffles Praslin Seychelles is priced at €12,500 (+15% taxes and 10% service charge)
per couple and is available to book until 31st December 2013. Subject to availability,
terms & conditions apply.
RAFFLES PRASLIN SEYCHELLES
+248 429 6780/6791/6000 | bookus.praslin@raffles.com ∣ www.raffles.com/praslin

Press Information :

Marilyne Morin
Marketing & Communication Manager
Raffles Praslin Seychelles
Email : Marilyne.Morin@raffles.com

Vivian Koh
Senior Manager, PR & Communications
Raffles Hotels & Resorts
Email: vivian.koh@raffles.com

About Raffles Praslin Seychelles
The Raffles Praslin Seychelles is an all-villa resort spread over 30 acres of land on the magical island of Praslin, in the Seychelles archipelago. Praslin is famous for its stunning beaches, crystal clear waters and the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site. The resort features 86 spacious pool villas, a selection of superb restaurants and a dramatic rooftop lounge. It also offers exclusive tailor-made experiences from sunset cruise aperitif to fishing excursion with the Chef and private island barbecue. The resort boasts the first signature Raffles branded spa, themed around the jewel-of-the-sea, the pearl, symbolising the wellness philosophy of transformation. It features 13 spa treatment pavilions, all with outstanding views across the water. The service at Raffles Praslin Seychelles is second to none. Raffles Butlers, adept in various languages, offer welcoming service, thoughtful and graceful assistance around-the-clock, ensuring the delivery of Raffles’ hallmark style of emotional luxury.

Recent Awards & Accolades:

• Forbes Travel Guide's top 10 beach resorts around the world 2012
• Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2012 - Best New Hotels and Best World Spas
• Conde Nast Johansens Luxury Spa Guide recommended for 2012
• Best Spa Hotel Seychelles at the International Hotel Awards 2011

About Raffles Hotels & Resorts: Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises eight luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in the Philippines, China, Istanbul and Indonesia scheduled over the next two years. With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place. However, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. www.raffles.com