Spend it like Beckham

According to the latest reports, the Beckhams celebrated their tenth anniversary on the luxury eco-retreat of North Island in the Seychelles for a reputed £100,000. While the lavish spend may be necessary to keep ‘Brand Beckham’ safe from prying eyes during their romantic stay, fortunately, ‘Brand Everyone Else’ can enjoy the paradise offered by these 115 islands for a price tag to suit them too.

Seychelles specialist operator, Elite Vacations, tailor-makes personalised travel arrangements including honeymoon and anniversary travel, for everyone from Beckham to Peckham. The operator’s extensive Seychelles portfolio offers everything from private island resorts (including North Island) and luxury 5 star hotels to smaller, Creole owned and run guesthouses.

Spend it like Beckham: Take 5 star Cousine Island, a private nature reserve off the coast of Praslin, on an exclusive basis starting from £34,960 for a couple sharing the island exclusively for 5 nights (although the island can accommodate up to 8 guests which can make a stay more affordable). Price includes return Pearl Class (business class) flights with Air Seychelles from Heathrow, private helicopter transfers, exclusive use of the island on an all-inclusive basis including meals, most alcoholic and all non-alcoholic drinks. Valid until 15 December 2009.

For a wag without the riches: The 5 star Four Seasons on Mahé has just opened its stylish doors. Luxury villas with plunge pools built into the hillside ensure seclusion. Elite Vacations offers 7 nights for the price of 5 in August from £2169pp (saving £2000pp) including return economy flights with Air Seychelles from Heathrow, lounge access, private transfers and b&b accommodation in a garden view villa.

Cheap and chic: Elite Vacations offers 5 nights at Lazare Picault hotel, a locally-run little hideaway on Mahé overlooking the spectacular Baie Lazare from just £799pp. Price includes return economy class flights with Air Seychelles from Heathrow, transfers and accommodation on a b&b basis. Valid until 15 December 2009.

Where ever you choose to set down your Birkin bag and Chanel sunglasses, you’ll still assured of the paradise offered by the islands….a 26 degree year-round average temperature, world-class beaches lapped by the warm clear waters of the Indian Ocean, spectacular land and seascapes and a warm Creole welcome.

For more information and bookings, visit seychelleselite.co.uk.