VICTORIA, Seychelles — Seychelles has been named Dream Destination of the Year at the 2026 Blue Legacy Awards, presented during the SeaKeepers Asia Ocean Conservation Gala Dinner in Singapore on April 10, recognising the country’s long-standing commitment to marine protection and sustainable tourism. The Seychelles Blue Legacy Award was presented by John Thet, chief executive of ADEX, recognising Seychelles’ marine environment and its position as a leading ocean destination.
The Blue Legacy Awards recognise destinations and organisations demonstrating leadership in ocean conservation and marine tourism. Seychelles’ award was accepted by Amia Jovanovic-Desir, manager for Southeast Asia, Australasia, Israel and Turkey at the Ministry of Tourism, who said the recognition reflects Seychelles’ long-standing commitment to protecting its marine environment while promoting responsible travel.
Organised by The International SeaKeepers Society Asia, the gala brought together stakeholders from marine science, conservation, diving and tourism to highlight initiatives supporting ocean protection. The event also marked the first gala dinner in Singapore hosted by UW360, a subsidiary of ADEX, underscoring growing regional momentum around ocean conservation.
Seychelles is known for its coral reefs and marine biodiversity, with more than 50 percent of its land protected and 30 percent of its marine territory designated as Marine Protected Areas. This extensive conservation framework has positioned Seychelles as a global leader in sustainable ocean management and eco-tourism.
Tourism Seychelles said it will continue working with conservation partners and industry stakeholders to support sustainable tourism and preserve the country’s ecosystems. The award comes at a time when Seychelles is strengthening its presence in the Asian market, with growing visitor numbers from the region.
The Dream Destination of the Year award reinforces Seychelles’ reputation as a premier sustainable tourism destination.
