Seychelles or Bust!

Many years ago I (Bob) saw a travel program on T.V. about the Seychelles -- a group of islands near the Equator in the Indian Ocean. For some reason these islands always stuck with me. I always said that before I die, I need to visit this place.

A lady where I work is soon leaving for a year-long sabbatical in the Seychelles. Her husband has taken a two-year position at a helicopter company there, and she is basically tending to the house. As well, she has invited her family, friends, and co-workers to visit and enjoy free accomodations.

So, I mentioned this to Nadia, and she also recalled my distant dream of visiting this exotic island. We talked, and talked some more, crunched some numbers, Nadia showed me pretty pictures on the Internet, and we finally purchased our plane tickets this week.

We will be travelling to the Seychelles in March 2007 for a total of nine days (13 days including air travel). In case you're wondering, the grandparents have already committed to babysitting the newborn (he or she will be six months old), and Ethan will likely stay with his mother. This holiday is just for the two of us.

Here's a sample of what is waiting for us...