Indian Ocean holidays

The islands of the Indian Ocean reflect cultural influences from Africa, the Middle East and Asia, amidst breathtaking natural beauty. Luxurious hotels, private islands and wooden beach huts are scattered across calm turquoise waters. Holiday here and you'll be forgiven for thinking you’re in paradise.

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Mauritius flights + 7 nights hotel

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Maldives flights + 7 nights hotel

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Discover the best beaches in Mauritius

It seems that wherever you stay in Mauritius, there's a great beach just around the corner. We've shortlisted nine of the best from all around the island. These gorgeous sandy stretches will have you reaching for your sunglasses.

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Maldives

Embrace idyllic luxury living and leave the helter-skelter pace behind. Melt away life’s stresses and strains at an award-winning spa, Experience attention to detail taken to another level and be taken aback by the alluring charm of vivid coral reefs displaying nature at its best.

Flights to Maldives

Maldives holidays

Undoubtedly one of those bucket list trips worth taking – and it’s not just for honeymooners. Four Seasons Kuda Huraa are fully invested in conserving the ecosystem and encourage you to share in the experience, while spending precious time together. Photo courtesy of Ken Seet #Travel #FourSeasons #Maldives #Marinelife #FridayFeeling

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Mauritius

Search the lush mountainous highlands, where green parrots parade. Snorkel the luminous Mauritian waters discovering an underwater paradise, spend long, lazy days on pure untouched beaches and enjoy the multicultural diversity reflected in the island’s cuisine.

Flights to Mauritius

Mauritius holidays

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Seychelles

Unwind on some of the best beaches in the world, take to a spot of island-hopping and venture to mountain peaks. Bathe in warm sapphire shallows of the sea, snorkel above coral reefs or sail the days away.

Seychelles holidays

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Maldives all-inclusive holidays

Explore the magic of the Maldives for yourself. Enjoy the ease of an All Inclusive resort in a tropical paradise. Dine on tantalising dishes, sip unlimited drinks and kick back on beautiful beaches. Play beach volleyball, snorkel in crystal-clear waters or go paddle-boarding. Whatever you do, don’t forget to watch the sunset of a lifetime.

Amy Rosoman

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Six reasons to visit Seychelles

With its kaleidoscopic coral reefs, tropical green gardens and fiery sunsets, local writer Glynn Burridge reveals why the Seychelles really are paradise on the earth.

By Glynn Burridge

Seychelles-based British expat blogger

Maldives Family holidays

The Maldives are a slice of a heaven for the whole family. With an abundance of kids’ clubs, a fantastic variety of activities on offer and an incredible water sport selection, you’ll make the most of every moment in utopia.

Amy Rosoman.

Amy Rosoman

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Romantic holidays in the Seychelles

From adventure to nature, food to ultimate relaxation, local blogger Chantelle Howell shares the best Seychelles’ spots for a romantic holiday for two.

By Chantelle Howell

Seychelles-based British expat blogger

Top 5 things to do in the Maldives

Skim the surface of the Indian Ocean on a boat as you watch for dolphins, or snorkel in the pristine sea to get closer to the curious sea life. Soak up this heavenly setting and explore the best things to do in this utopian destination. Kick back on the beach, treat yourself in the spa or savour an unforgettable dining experience.

Amy Rosoman.

Amy Rosoman

for British Airways