9 days London to London [FB]

Desroches Island Resort is truly a 5-star deluxe paradise island resort surrounded by some of the most beautiful dive sites in the Seychelles. The island's magnificent coconut grove, unique flora and fauna, 14-kilometres of immaculate white sand beaches and crystal-clear lagoon are complemented by unrivalled hospitality and tasty cuisine.

This is the place to get away from it all, with just 20 suites surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and the gentle sound of the sea. The rooms are decorated in natural tones, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere; beds are four-poster and bathrooms bright and spacious, with a view of the coconut trees from the bath. Terraces are comfortably furnished with wicker and teakwood furniture and overlook the blue lagoon. All suites have air-conditioning, IDD telephone and Satellite TV.

The island's Creole style restaurant, Le Veloutier, has stunning views of the pool and the sea and offers evenings of table d'hote, cooking shows or a seafood festival. Cuisine varies between Creole, French and cosmopolitan. Also overlooking the pool and the sea is the Bar l'Amirante a perfect spot to relax at the end of the day, sipping cocktails as you watch the sunset. The 'Coconut Spa' is an oasis within an oasis, offering relaxing treatments and massages.

The PADI 5*Star dive centre can take divers to some of the exceptional dive sites, none of which are more than 20 minutes from the centre. There are sites suitable for beginners and more challenging ones for the more experienced divers, such as Big Cave.