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Indians flock to offbeat destinations: Seychelles and Vietnam see strongest rise
The Economic Times
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August 27, 2025
Indians are increasingly heading to lesser-known destinations, with travel insurance purchases for such trips growing nearly 45% in the past two to three years, according to Policybazaar. Countries like Seychelles, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Fiji are...
Four Seasons Seychelles Unveils its Largest Residence: An Eight-Bedroom Hillside Sanctuary
Rus Tourism News
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August 26, 2025
High above the turquoise waters of Petite Anse, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles has redefined luxury island living with the debut of its largest residence to date—an expansive eight-bedroom hillside retreat designed to feel like a private resort...
Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Vietnam, Fiji: Places Driving Travel Insurance Boom In India
Times Now
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August 26, 2025
Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Vietnam, Fiji: The Offbeat Destinations Driving A Travel Insurance Boom In India Indian travellers are increasingly swapping traditional holiday hotspots for more adventurous, lesser-explored getaways, and their travel...
Seychelles President Concludes Visit to Vatican City with Cardinal Parolin
Times News Global
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August 24, 2025
Vatican City, 23 August 2025 — The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, met with His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy See, during an official visit to Vatican City. This encounter was part...
Travel insurance purchases for offbeat destinations surge 45%, Seychelles and Vietnam lead growth
ETTravelWorld.com
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August 25, 2025
Image credit - iStock-1195971216 Travel insurance demand for offbeat destinations has surged by nearly 45 per cent in the past 2–3 years, according to the latest trends from Policybazaar. Locations such as Seychelles, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Fiji...
Pakistani runners excel at Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025
The Nation
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August 25, 2025
SEYCHELLES - Pakistani athletes delivered a historic performance at the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025, earning international acclaim with their grit, stamina, and determination on one of the world’s toughest trail races. Waqar Ahmed of...
Pakistani runners make mark at Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025
Pakistan Today
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August 24, 2025
SEYCHELLES: Pakistani athletes delivered a standout performance at the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025, conquering one of the region’s toughest mountain races and gaining international recognition for their achievements. Waqar Ahmed from...
Pakistani runners shine at Seychelles nature trail challenge 2025
GEO TV
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August 24, 2025
Pakistani athletes made a strong impression at the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025 on Saturday, completing one of the region's most demanding mountain races and earning international recognition for their performance. Waqar Ahmed from...
At Vatican Meeting, President of Seychelles Hails Leadership of Pope Leo XIV amid “global challenges”
ACI Africa
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August 22, 2025
The statement further indicates that the President “underscored the historic and enduring relationship between Seychelles and the Holy See, tracing its origins to the establishment of the Apostolic Prefecture of Seychelles in 1852—precursor to...
Seychelles: President Ramkalawan To Hold Audience With His Holiness Pope Leo XIV At The Vatican
MENAFN
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The Office of the President announces that the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, is scheduled to meet with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Friday, 22 August 2025. In his capacity as Head...
How can you select right mutual funds across tenures to achieve financial goals? A detailed guide
Mint
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August 27, 2025
Mutual funds: If you are a new investor and have just started experimenting with mutual funds, it is vital for you to chart out a full-fledged investment plan that aligns with your financial goals—both short-term and long-term. There are broadly...
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Seychelles
Vatican News
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August 22, 2025
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, in the Vatican on Friday. By Deborah Castellano Lubov Pope Leo XIV received the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, in the Vatican...
President Of Seychelles Received By His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
MENAFN
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August 22, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan, was today received in audience by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace, Vatican City. He was accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Linda Ramkalawan,...
South Africa waves goodbye to over 2 400 millionaires
The South African
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August 27, 2025
South Africa has lost over 2 400 millionaires in the past decade, according to the newly released Africa Wealth Report 2025, highlighting growing concerns about the country’s long-term ability to retain its wealthiest citizens. Despite still...
How to harness the ocean for prosperity: funding African innovations can unlock the blue economy
The Conversation
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August 27, 2025
Africa has an enormous ocean area at its disposal. There are almost 20 million square kilometres of ocean, seas and inland water that could be developed into environmentally sustainable blue economies. The G20 group of 19 of the world’s largest...
Unpacking the state of primary education in Seychelles
Seychelles Nation
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Insights from the SEACMEQ V National Report The recently launched Southern and Eastern Africa Consortium for Monitoring Educational Quality (SEACMEQ) V National Report provides a comprehensive look into the landscape of primary education in...
Fidel Castro in Seychelles photo exhibition, life and work extoled
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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August 18, 2025
At the opening of the photo exhibition by artist Alex Castro on the Cuban leader, the island’s Ambassador to Seychelles, Martha Hernandez Caneiro, stated that Fidel was a figure whose influence went beyond Cuba’s borders, supported...
Othman: GNU not the goal, lasting peace is
The Citizen
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Unguja. Zanzibar’s First Vice President, Othman Masoud Othman, has said the Isles’ Government of National Unity (GNU) should not be seen as the final political destination. He stressed that the greater mission is achieving lasting peace, political...
Report: Moroccans ready for digital economy, but Africa’s digital divide persists
Hespress
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August 27, 2025
A new report by Afrobarometer, a pan-African survey organization, found that 78% of Moroccans say they are ready to take part in the digital economy, while only 3% said they are not prepared. The report, titled “Africa’s Digital Divide is...
The Fashion-Designer's Guide to Venice, From Renowned Cocktail Bars to Bespoke Slippers
Who What Wear
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August 27, 2025
Welcome to Locals Only. In this series, we're tapping notable locals in the style space to share a tight list of their top recommendations of what to see, eat, and shop in their home city. They'll share off-the-radar recs that you won't find in...