Central
Mahé
The economic heart of the archipelago and home to Victoria, the world's smallest capital city.
Established 2005 • Re-established 2026
115 islands. One mandate.
The Seychelles Tourism Board is the public body responsible for marketing the Seychelles islands as a destination and for improving the visitor experience across the archipelago.
115
Islands promoted
14
Offices worldwide
2026
New STB Act
A semi-autonomous body under the Ministry of Tourism
STB is a public/private sector body that oversees most aspects of the Seychelles tourism industry. Under the Seychelles Tourism Board Act 2026 its Board of Directors is appointed by the President, and includes one member each from the Ministries of Tourism and Finance. Funding comes from the National Assembly together with any profits generated by the Board's activities.
- Headquarters
- Botanical House, Mont Fleuri, Mahé
- Chief Executive
- Vesna Rakić
- Parent ministry
- Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine
The archipelago
Principal islands of the Seychelles
Botanical
Praslin
Gateway to the Vallée de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home of the Coco de Mer.
Serene
La Digue
A timeless rhythm of life where bicycles and ox carts still set the pace of the day.
Institutional history
Two decades, four chapters
2005
Board established
Created under the Seychelles Tourism Board Act 2005, uniting regulatory, monitoring and marketing functions in one body.
2007
Mandate widened
Policy planning, international co-operation and the hospitality training college were transferred to STB, later renamed the Seychelles Tourism Academy.
2021
Integration
The 2005 Act was repealed and STB was absorbed into the Department of Tourism, with a budget of nearly USD 10 million at the time.
2026
Re-established
The National Assembly approved a new STB in March; Vesna Rakić was appointed CEO in May and the Board of Directors in June.
Governance
Board of Directors
Appointed by the Office of the President for a three-year term, effective 1 June 2026.
ED
Eddie D'Offay
ChairpersonCV
Cindy Vidot
Vice-ChairpersonVR
Vesna Rakić
CEO • Ex-officio MemberBW
Bernadette Willemin
MemberBB
Berverly Bijoux
MemberAM
Alan Mason
MemberDS
Dominique Sabino
MemberTW
Tinaz Wadia
MemberWorldwide
Offices and representation
Tourist offices in six markets and representative offices across a further eight handle travel, trade and media enquiries — including for regions where STB has no direct presence.
United KingdomFranceItalySpainChinaAbu DhabiSouth AfricaMauritiusMiddle EastSouth KoreaIndiaGermanyBrazilRussia
The destination
Four reasons the world visits
Seychelles is more than a beach destination. It is a sanctuary where conservation, culture and hospitality have evolved together for generations.
Pristine nature
Half of the country's land area is protected, with two UNESCO World Heritage sites and marine sanctuaries across the archipelago.
Creole culture
A warm fusion of African, European, Indian and Asian heritage expressed through music, cuisine, art and year-round festivals.
Sustainable luxury
From low-impact eco-lodges to world-class resorts, Seychelles balances high-end hospitality with environmental stewardship.
Marine wonder
Coral reefs, whale sharks, turtles and rare bird colonies make the islands a living classroom for divers and naturalists.
By the numbers
Tourism shapes the nation
30%
Of GDP supported by tourism
115
Islands in the archipelago
50%
Of land under protection
14
International offices
Latest updates
News from the Board
June 2026
New Board of Directors appointed
President Ramkalawan appoints an eight-member board chaired by Eddie D'Offay, effective 1 June 2026.
May 2026
Vesna Rakić named CEO
The former Director of Destination Marketing takes the helm as Chief Executive Officer of the re-established STB.
March 2026
STB Act approved
The National Assembly passes legislation re-establishing the Seychelles Tourism Board as a semi-autonomous body.
Visual journey
The Seychelles in frames
Get in touch
Contact the Seychelles Tourism Board
Reach out for travel planning, press enquiries, trade partnerships or general destination questions.
- Headquarters
- Botanical House
Mont Fleuri, Mahé
Seychelles - Enquiries
- info@seychelles.travel
+248 4 29 73 00