Tourism Seychelles Wraps Up First Promotional Event in Istanbul Targeting Turkish Market
VICTORIA, Seychelles — Tourism Seychelles has made a bold move in Türkiye, with a high-level delegation leading its first promotional event for 2025, setting the stage for further results from the market. Held on January 23 and 24 respectively at the Swissötel The Bosphorus, the Seychelles Press event and the dedicated workshop gathered significant attention, attracting over 50 Turkish travel trade and 33 media representatives, ensuring maximum exposure for Seychelles in Türkiye.
The Seychelles team comprised the principal secretary for Tourism, Sherin Francis; the market manager, Amia Jovanovic-Desir; Seychelles Hospitality & Tourism Association (SHTA) representative, Sybille Cardon; and Daphne Bonne from the Seychelles Small Hotels & Establishments Association (SSHEA). Through dynamic and engaging presentations, networking and one-to-one interaction, the team effectively communicated Seychelles’ unique selling points, showcasing its diverse offerings that cater to all types of travellers.
Speaking after the event, Mrs Francis expressed her satisfaction with the high level of engagement from the trade and media partners. “This event has undoubtedly set the stage for us to increase the level of awareness and visibility in Türkiye this year. I firmly believe that the two events successfully achieved their goal of increasing awareness of Seychelles to Turkish travellers and equipping the travel trade with enough information to convert bookings,” she said. The market has significant potential, especially with direct flights operated by Turkish Airlines. Tourism Seychelles will continue its promotional efforts by participating in the upcoming EMITT exhibition in Istanbul.
