Tucked like scattered gems across the Indian Ocean, the Maldives, the Seychelles and Mauritius tick every box for barefoot escapism. Think turquoise lagoons alive with coral kingdoms, powder-soft beaches you’ll swear are photoshopped, and sunsets that look suspiciously like bragging rights.
Each island is its own flavour of paradise — swim alongside whale sharks, chase hidden waterfalls inland, or perfect the fine art of doing nothing at all, hammock gently swaying, toes kissed by warm shallows. However you like your tropical daydream served — all-out adventure, slow indulgence or a good dose of both — this corner of the world does it better than anywhere else.
At Swords Travel, we know the difference between nice and unforgettable. We cut through the clichés to handpick the resorts, experiences and secret touches that turn a dreamy island break into your island story. From first ideas to final details — we’ll get you there, and back, beautifully.
If you’ve ever dreamt of an island escape that still feels untamed — think jungle-draped hills, giant granite boulders, and beaches so soft they barely seem real — Seychelles might just be the one. Scattered across the Indian Ocean, this cluster of 115 islands has the castaway credentials, but with just the right amount of barefoot luxury.
Maldives holidays are all about escape — not in the dramatic, action-packed sense, but in the quiet, soul-soothing way that stays with you long after you’ve left. Picture tiny islands scattered across the Indian Ocean like a string of floating secrets. Each one is home to just a single resort, so when you’re there, it really does feel like it’s yours.
Mauritius lies like a discreet masterpiece in the Indian Ocean, some 2,000 kilometers off Africa’s southeast coast. This island balances dramatic volcanic peaks with endless white beaches, coral reefs, and lush sugarcane plantations—a landscape designed for discovery.
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