Tourism Seychelles, in partnership with Emirates, welcomed seven “Seychelles SMART” specialists from France to the islands from 21st to 26th May 2025 to complete the final stage of the programme.
The group had the opportunity to experience the destination first-hand, along with the Emirates airline experience to Seychelles.
The Seychelles SMART programme has been an instrumental tool in the French market for over 16 years, equipping travel agents with in-depth knowledge to deliver exceptional experiences to their clients.
Structured in three key stages, the programme begins with a half-day training session hosted by Tourism Seychelles, followed by the completion and validation of five confirmed bookings to Seychelles, including both international flights and local services. The final stage, which is the familiarisation (FAM) trip to Seychelles, ends with a certification ceremony where agents receive a diploma and a window sticker, officially recognising them as Seychelles SMART-certified agents.
Tourism Seychelles extends its gratitude to all partners, especially Raffles Seychelles, Le Duc de Praslin, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles Resort, and Kempinski Seychelles for sponsoring the complimentary overnight stays, and 7° South, Mason’s Travel and Creole Travel Services for their complimentary services extended to the group during the FAM trip. Their invaluable contribution creates a meaningful and immersive journey for our certified agents while fostering opportunities for future partnerships.
The Seychelles SMART programme is committed to enhancing the expertise of travel agents in the destination’s key markets, enabling them to serve as knowledgeable and passionate ambassadors for the destination. In collaboration with Emirates and other valued partners, Tourism Seychelles remains dedicated to providing the trade with easier access to information and facilities to enhance their knowledge of Seychelles.
