Seychelles Is Not What You Think It Is! (Cost of living)

[@latashastewart-estelle1363]

This video has been very helpful! I always wanted to go to Seychelles but perhaps I will check out Zanzibar instead because I wanted to experience my people's culture. I'm not looking to vacation in Europe like places, respectfully. 👀

[@frmtheBkstore]

Lamu island in Kenya is also great. When I'm in Africa, I need to feel/see what the majority of Africa looks like.

[@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593]

We need to claim our Island back

[@nasshamid9465]

Karibu Zanzibar

[@King-is3td]

Exactly!

[@b_boy7812]

@@frmtheBkstore Zanzibar is way more beautiful than Lamu I have been to both places.

[@interestingthingstoknow8975]

Tayo... you need to always reveal the name of the hotels, services or establishments that give crappy and bad service anywhere you go.... this will help the rest of us avoid such places and it will shame them and make them improve their services. Thanks for bringing us this information and videos.

[@TayoAinaFilms]

I put the name of the first hotel there 😅. Coral Strands .

[@nextoo1]

I agree 100% ..

[@GHANAFUNTUBE]

Sometimes they treat you bad because they think you wont be spending money at the hotel which is bad i mean really bad

[@merabakerng]

It's very necessary.

[@wildwaning9427]

@@GHANAFUNTUBE Or they treat you bad because the Seychelles, like a lot of melinated countries/islands, have been heavily gentrified especially in the money-making sectors (financial, real estate, tourism, etc.).

[@YPM498]

I really hate how if a country is “not black enough” or “too advanced” or “too exotic” it’s seen as not part of Africa even though geographically they are part of the continent. Such as countries like Egypt, Seychelles, Mauritius, Cape Verde etc. It’s so annoying because Africa is such a diverse continent but non-Africans perpetuate this monolithic image of “What Africa is” , So when there are countries that are different from what Africa is perceived like they are subconsciously dissociated from the rest of the continent. *ETA*: Oh my goodness! Some of you have completely missed the point so let me clarify. I am not trying to claim Arabs, white South Africans and Indians as Africans! What I’m saying is that as long as a country is geographically part of the African continent it IS AN AFRICAN COUNTRY! Whether the people that inhabit there identify as African or not. Egypt is a country in the North of Africa. Seychelles is a country right off the coast of East Africa. Cape Verde is a country right off the coast of West Africa! So Africans and those of African descent explore the beautiful continent of Africa and all of its diversity (the islands, the deserts in North and Southern Africa etc. ) . Don’t let the locals or the muzungus make you feel like you shouldn’t be there.

[@WillieFungo]

Seychelles and Cape Verde are very much part of "Africa". They are mixed, but retain a lot of similarities with the rest of the continent. Mauritius (excluding the creole island of Rodrigues) and lower Egypt have very little to do with the rest of Africa and should be considered fundamentally different places more similar to the Middle East and India. I don't know why some people use geography to water down the shared identity of equatorial Africa. People are not a landmass. People are shared history, genetics and culture. That's why Europeans don't call themselves "Eurasians" because they share a landmass with Asia. Unlike you, they value their unique identity.

[@youme1414]

@@WillieFungo Africa is a continent. There are other people from other parts of the world who made USA their home and are called Americans. It is the identity not the culture that make up a continent. I disagree with your point. It is basic and perpetuates the very idea these parts of the continent people hold about themselves.

[@goodallknight7847]

This place is in Africa, but it is COLONIZED! Not sure why it’s soo hard for you to understand that. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@WillieFungo]

@@youme1414 If you were proud to be an African, you wouldn't be desperate to share that identity with Egyptian Arabs and Mauritian Indians. Your problem is lack of pride.

[@MrSupernova111]

I was thinking the same thing! I'm from the USA but I'm more familiar with the northern African countries because of the travel channels that I watch. I think Tayo would be culture shocked if he stepped in most of the northern African countries where often the majority of the population are not black. I enjoyed the video but I found that part a little off putting.

[@OnicaMakwakwa]

I’m big on supporting locals so I stayed at Daniella’s Bungalow in Mahe, a locally operated guest house. The host, Daniella, is amazing, the place is straight across the beach and on the local bus route which makes getting around the island convenient. She also makes amazing breakfast!

[@Kitmus73]

Can u pls post a link to reach her? Thanks.

[@lynettemokgano9009]

@@Kitmus73 kindly share her details. We are planning an anniversary getaway.

[@Kitmus73]

@@lynettemokgano9009 I'm asking for details too from the original poster. I don't know this person. I'm Kitmus73.

[@lynettemokgano9009]

@@Kitmus73 please accept my apology

[@murielodette2995]

THIS IS GOOD TO KNOW,,WHY FOCUS ON THE BAD??,,GIVE YOUR MONEY TO THE GOOD,,,,

[@IslandLimer]

It is crazy how much this felt like a Caribbean country. The architecture, the beaches, the social problems (colourism)

[@chacesimpson2856]

every where those yt dogs went,they brought their disease of colorism

[@18QueenHearts]

I legit thought to myself that it reminded me of a mix of allll the Caribbean islands in one, well maybe not all but quite a few lolol. I'm Trini and felt like this could easily be Trinidad and I thought of all the other islands as well and yes as you mentioned the colourism is quite reminiscent as well.

[@anamartin45]

​@@18QueenHeartsDominican Repúblic, curazao, Barbados, Aruba too

[@qurandailyremainder9347]

Come on guys let's take tayo to 1 million I have been with him since 26k and he keeps making me love nigeria and Africa more

[@valayalogu]

Am watching from Saint Lucia 🇱🇨 and Seychelles looks so much like the island i reside also they speak creole here in Saint Lucia

[@AT-gu8by]

Eh eh!…hello from England

[@WODEMAYA]

Damnnnnnn I might find myself in Seychelles this weekend after watching this episode

[@akachukwchinedu8594]

Waka waka

[@jesusblessmeheavenly6958]

Visit Tahiti,the island of sexual freedom as it is called

[@waailabdeslam5086]

Eti s3n? we would welcome you

[@maureenkariuki254]

please go and enlighten people. I even became more prouder of my country Kenya. who ever said "you will never know until you go" should take 4 bottles of Takamaka ill pay.

[@josphatmutama5355]

very nice place,i know @wode maya never dissapoint too

[@newgirl6982]

From a fellow seychelleoise I'm very sorry for the way you were treated here.It is nothing new from my people especially when it comes to African tourists it's not the first time people complain about racism here and i feel ashamed for some of our ignorant peope here.I agree with you and i have seen many Africans and Indian expats being mistreated by locals and even black ones.Im glad you showed it how it was and you shared your experience as a black tourist.And about the cost of living seychelles is very expensive even for us the locals.Prices are over exaggerated here.But i feel next time you visit seychelles you should get a better guide who can show you around and help you get better cultural experience for affordable prices

[@TayoAinaFilms]

Thank you for your objective review!!

[@jamiestaussi7157]

My fatther hails from the seychelles, but never taught me the language...creole cest une belle langue.

[@lilyclyahMystery]

Im from Seychelles aswell and i agree with what you said ✔️💯

[@bbviebilal]

Hi new girl How are you? Can u give me your contact? Am visiting the Island 🏝 this December

[@celestialguardians496]

I'm a Seychellois and i totally agree on what you're saying. On behath of my people i trully apologize for our ignorance. We are all people and should be treated fairly and equally.

[@puritynjagi]

Watching this after visiting Seychelles a week ago. It is a wonderful place, the people were awesome, we never experience anything negative. Coming from East Africa it’s a very short flight, 3 hrs from Nairobi. It’s relatively expensive but pretty much what you get for a tourist destination. I realized hiring a taxi for full day tours was a better option since you get to see more places with a local than driving yourself. I did 6 days and seem to have visited more places than he did.

[@wanjiruthwagi3449]

Around how much did you spend if you don’t mind sharing?

[@puritynjagi]

@@wanjiruthwagi3449 $2300 on everything including souvenirs, unnecessary buying etc. The flight was on the higher side $945 becos I booked last-minute. Stayed in a beachfront villa found it more friendly than hotel

[@Dollsfromlondon]

Did immigration give you any problems when passing through the airport?

[@rll316]

Hi, I was planning on going there for my honeymoon in early May. Need the contact for that taxi guy. planning a 4 day trip

[@climi681]

@@puritynjagi I'm glad you had a wonderful stay in Seychelles, the mistake people do is that they do not get themself informed about the islands before going there.

[@Plentypeppeh]

Perfect! Now I can plan my trip to Zanzibar with no hesitation. Seychelles was on my list for 2022 but I’ll postpone it for now.

[@chiefbs124]

Come to Zanzibar around early February for Sauti za Busara festival

[@IanBurger-g4b]

Prepare to be disappointed in Zanzibar.

[@ndichiecosmas]

I have always wanted to visit Seychelles as a Geographer but after watching this review, the vibe is dead. Its off what I expected

[@djb.8507]

Then you don't know what you missing. Yes we are expensive but Tayo also came at the wrong time since we are still under covid restrictions and should have gotten a proper guide to take him to the right places. he mostly visited tourist spots and not the real Seychelles. Plus he didn't get the chance to visit some great other Island. After all, we have 115 islands total. You want to really enjoy your stay you need to get the right people to take you around.

[@claudiefurgus3981]

I would encourage you to go and create your own experiences. Don't let one or two people stop you. Get out there and live, enjoy and learn. You won't regret it.

[@ndichiecosmas]

@@djb.8507 wow 😮

[@tspcocktail]

@@djb.8507 can you list some of the right places, as you stated

[@dennisokeri6279]

Have lived and worked in The Seychelles and I can say that its really amazing to live in this Island. amazing people ,culture and the temperatures as well as the weather. you leave Victoria raining reaching providence its scorching sun. you want first hand experience don't come for two days, come for a whole month and get what's right. yea it could be expensive but what do you expect from a nation worth 100k people which imports every commodity including biscuit.

[@obotdavis]

This video is really expensive sometimes I wonder how he funds this videos for our entertainment and just for us to see, guys let's do what we can to support him by watching ad's. But still, great videos always a banger!

[@TayoAinaFilms]

Thanks bro! Appreciate you

[@naturalbae]

I dnt have ads, so just paying the $10per month for KZbin may be helpful

[@KobbeRJacc]

Owning your own narrative, Africa is an amazing continent. Great content

[@danielyilak5982]

It's paradise, I have spent 10 days in different islands I loved every bit of my stay. From 🇪🇹

[@BeingNeiicey]

I agree with everything you said! I just came back from Seychelles not too long ago and said similar things on my vlog and people said to come check yours out. The Europeans gave us all kinds of attitude and dirty looks, the service from the hotel was mediocre, food was OK & it's VERY expensive! It's a beautiful country nonetheless. Would I go back? Probably not, but I'm happy that I crossed it off my bucket list. Great Video Tayo!

[@diamonddre4626]

Why were the European giving attitude?

[@chigasaki06]

@@diamonddre4626 Because they're arrogant.

[@philipbanda6637]

@@chigasaki06 Europeans think they own the World . Look at them here in south Africa they're only 10% but control 80% (economy) 75% ( Land). This can not go on . ANC must FALL .

[@Oskar-o2d]

@@chigasaki06 sounds about right. Self entitled.

[@letzsnuggzz]

The Europeans probably still think they run the island. Because they are given preferential treatment when they visit there.

[@josielebon7443]

Thank you so much for making this video. As a Seychellois studyin to work in the tourism industry, i completely agree about the service and the treatment not being good enough. And i think this video should be seen by the people that is doing their best at continuing to build our tourism industry so they can have a better idea of what maybe could be their next step. We should be sharing ourselves with our fellow africans and let them know that they are also welcomed, not just european and asian countries.

[@sofiaairbnbja]

I'm Jamaican and I'm looking forward to visiting

[@jamdawgutube]

@@sofiaairbnbja , don't. These Black people clearly don't like other Black people. Why would you go there and spend your money there?

[@sofiaairbnbja]

@@jamdawgutube you have a point

[@FS-bi8fk]

@@jamdawgutube im from Seychelles and I want more black people to visit. Honestly, this video is a misrepresentation of the rest of us who are actually woke and know a thing or two about black solidarity.

[@jamdawgutube]

@@FS-bi8fk , hey, thanks for your response.

[@cryp4life509]

Naa I think I'll pass. Cant get with the self hate. "We are a mix of Chinese, European, and Indian" when it's obvious theres plenty of Black too. In Tanzania at the moment. I think I'll stay on the Swahili Coast where Africans know they're Africans.

[@Crescentcitygoddess]

facts and the worse part is when the mixed brother started talking about the mixed community are the beautiful ones not the indigenous africans. that's too much like my home of New Orleans where we have a "creole" meaning native Louisianan community that only promotes and invest in the mixed community. pretty soon the majority will be europeans, the sub class will be mixed raced, and the indigenous africans will be at the bottom of the barrel much like Haiti and other countries in similar situations. I need real Africans that know and are proud to be African!

[@yemol9454]

Lol, I think their mixture has them confused.

[@dokotelam7207]

What wrong by been mix race ?, Black people can be as racist as white people, people choose how they wanna define themselves however some people wanna put them in their own box

[@Crescentcitygoddess]

@@dokotelam7207 there’s nothing wrong with being mixed race. Unambiguous black people are oppressed and abused by whites and mixed race people across the Americas (North America, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean). We have fought for our identity and visibility in our countries. So when we hear a mixed/quadroon say that the mixed people are the only beautiful people in the island meaning that the unambiguous people are unattractive is fucked up. You should address what the mixed man said and have some sympathy toward black the audience Tayo caters to?

[@dianereginald2810]

@@CrescentcitygoddessThey identify as mixed race due to Creolization, The first colonists who settled in the Seychelles were 15 White men, 8 Africans and 5 Indians. Then came the Chinese in 1886 and from then the country developed into the ultimate melting pot. The term Creole people is used to refer to the mixed - races descendants of Europeans and Africans born in the islands.

[@IvanRuzibiza]

Thanks for the great vid @Tayo ... I have fond memories of the Seychelles as my wife and I went there for our honeymoon almost a decade ago ... I have never seen another island so beautiful like the Seychelles ... Our host family was just amazing and we have kept in touch to this day (Check Au Fond De Mer View Self Catering Apartment in Anse Royale) ... The warmth and culture of the Seychellois people will never leave my memory ... I look forward to going back with the kids sometimes in the near future :-)

[@ryennfilms6429]

Really weird how so many nations with very high-african ancestry don't even consider themselves african. Dominican republic and of course seychelles are two extremes.

[@richardsrichards2984]

why should that bother you.For all i care they might have fallen from the moon....if only this africanism was transformed to work instead of a social agenda we could move forward.

[@chacesimpson2856]

@@richardsrichards2984 FOR THAT TO HAPPEN GOTTA SHOW PRIDE IN OUR AFRICANESS

[@Skot2Breal]

Yes Family ❣️Every human on Earth ❣️Created in Gods image ❣️

[@twintiersfilmfest1366]

I had the pleasure of visiting the Seychelles once when I was in the US Navy. It is by far the most beautiful place I've ever seen. Thanks for the video. It literally took me down memory road and reignited the desire to revisit.

[@sincerelyajg5067]

Seychelles appears to have identity issues. For example, when the native gentleman described "Kreol", he conveniently forgot African as a part of the mixture along with Indian Asian, and European. The natives don't mention their African heritage and when this is left out, they will treat those that they view as being more African very poorly. I had this island on my bucket list however it may be removed.

[@Meta4ce]

@@djb.8507 "genuine mistake" in the middle of a Black festival? Unlikely.

[@coastofwestafrica8564]

Not a place for it looks like black Africans are not really welcome lol 😂? Ghana 🇬🇭 is perfect and the people are welcoming so Ghana all day 🤓🤓🤪

[@chukwuebukailozumba3146]

Having been to Seychelles, i can say they don't consider themselves as Africans. Asides the proximity to the continent, i think they are more Indian than African. As for the visit, they have a good vibe but expensive which is not really a bad thing. For the food, try the Beau Vallon beach as the hotel food comes out bland for an African.

[@thetravlogger9895]

Mauritius is like Seychelles but way better with a lot of proud, friendly & prosperous black people & the weather is amazing... Trust me!!!

[@chukwuebukailozumba3146]

@@djb.8507 I give you a practical example. While at La Digue on the Island Hopping trip, part of the buffet served was a certain beans variety which i saw there for the first time. In order to encourage me to eat it, the lady (a Seychellois) said to me: "I know you eat that in Africa cause i have been to Africa and i ate it there too." That statement got me wondering where we were at the moment. These are valid experiences as most of your people don't easily identify as Africans which is okay. Going through every comment to nullify or argue peoples experiences isn't necessary. You can do that when it is a perception but saying people did not experience what they did is not a good fight. On a good side, the racism stuff does not exist. We discovered Beau Vallon food on day 3 of our 5 day trip and we ate there every single day till we left. Got some takeaway too. The food was irresistible. Best shrimps i ever tasted. The island is a bubbling and youthful one. The immigration staff on our departure was probably in her early 20s. Unheard of in my country Nigeria. Your Island hosted the exiled Ghanaian Kumasi royalty before he returned home. I observed the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has a branch there which says a lot about the Nigerian presence there. Also met 2 basketball players who ply their trade there. So yeah, the blacks are on ground. Just that on the tourism experience side, you have more Europeans than Africans trooping in which explains Tayo's experience. That is valid.

[@thethinkinglady2957]

Happy belated birthday to you, Tayo. Many happy returns of the day, in sound health, in wealth and in joy and happiness. Cheers to many many years ahead!

[@cecechampion4]

Seychelles is beautiful. But can we acknowledge the beautiful and cool lady we've seen a couple of times in Tayo's videos? I noticed her the first time in his Ethiopia travel videos. I like their chilled vibe. No pressure, Tayo. We will be here when you are ready to open up lol

[@AnnieSpecial92861]

🤦🏾‍♀️😂

[@TayoAinaFilms]

@@AnnieSpecial92861 😂😂😂😂 Kaiiii. Wahala

[@momohcalvin988]

I completely agree.......we don Mark her name down 😜✍️

[@silasajimijaye1855]

@@TayoAinaFilms what hotel would you recommend

[@janetstanland2015]

Seychelles is absolutely beautiful. We have visited over the past 40 years and watched it become a sort after exclusive resort but although I can’t afford to visit any more I think it is worth every penny in you can 💜

[@nasto4u850]

what of Ghana?

[@kimdummy]

Had an amazing time in Seychelles. Honestly, it was one of my cheapest international vacations. We spent the majority of our time in Praslin and on Eden Island and we stayed in Airbnb‘s versus hotels. While we did notice that we didn’t see a lot of other Black tourist there, we made friends with locals and had an awesome time seeing some non-touristy corners of Mahé.

[@TiffanyEmotions]

Hello I’m interested in going to Praslin. I’m having trouble trying to get the logistics down of how to get there from the United States. Any information would be great! Thanks.

[@kimdummy]

@@TiffanyEmotions Delta/Air France flies into Mahè as well as Emirates. You’ll have to connect in Paris or Dubai. Then take the ferry to Praslin.

[@pariscollins-aird7872]

You did Seychelles the correct way

[@markrichards5928]

Had it crossed your mind that the overwhelming majority of tourists to the Seychelles being white has anything to do with the average black person/family being hugely poorer than Caucasians?

[@somtonnamani5422]

Cheapest 🤔🤔

[@davidchase1222]

I traveled to the Seychelles in the 90s such a beautiful country and beautiful people

[@benedictkanu6062]

Seychelles really looks beautiful..Africa is beautiful.

[@anandad4965]

Tayo lot's of love and support from India ❤️💕😍

[@TylerLouise-u4k]

I live in Seychelles I love that people like you get some toys I'm now watching videos of Seychelles

[@airgoldbaby]

Crazy! Yesterday I was researching vacation spots and I was considering Seychelles for my mom's birthday now I think Zanzibar would be best. Thanks for the Video

[@fenellamorel1616]

I enjoyed watching this video and as a seychellois I agree that the cost of living is very high for both tourists and locals, the only difference that we're used to it so I can imagine how shocking it is for foreigners especially the differences in quality and value for your money. I apologize that you had to experience Coral Strand, a hotel that even locals tend to avoid because of the crappy service and it's sad to admit that crappy service is a constant thing in Seychelles 🙃 But I hope that despite the fact that its very expensive here, that you were able to enjoy your time here at least 😊

[@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593]

Now this . He said he wanted to leave as soon as he arrived , meaning he regretted setting his foot there . The racism . The inferiority complex was not bearable .

[@tobikayjaykay9791]

@@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593 inferiority complex? If I understand you, literally saying Seychelles is better than Nigeria?

[@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593]

@@tobikayjaykay9791 No my brother , it is the people of Seychelles who have self hatred . I realized they prefer white people over Africans

[@annievel7429]

@@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593 sorry sir Seychelles we are not racism 😠 ok we are a friendly people you don't not anything 🤫.

[@skqq3250]

Fennella this is wonderful what you have said about home. We each have a few things about our hometowns that can be improved but I would wish that we could all do a bit more research when we are traveling to smaller nations. Simply because options are few in each tax/hotel bracket when you don’t research enough. Travel is expensive so like in real estate people say, location, location, location….travel is: research, research, research or verify, verify, verify.🤗

[@africanday7337]

A friend, a Holiday operator invites me for a holiday in Seychelles but now I've changed me mind to Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria.

[@clivesouffe5423]

Whatever people say Seychelles 🇸🇨👏🏼👌🏼👏🏼 is amazing ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Onechance_ngl]

I’ve been researching this island for years and it looks amazing. Very expensive to become a resident though. I don’t think they want it to be over crowded which is a good thing. Very low key!

[@ADAOBIEKE]

such behavior from the first hotel will spoil my mood throughout my holiday experience. Am glad I watched this video because it made my decision easy. Zanzibar here I come!

[@samhou782]

Beautiful place, lovely people…was there this summer. Just gave me the chill seeing all the places all again through your video. I didn’t get the treatment you got. I felt I really welcomed. Perhaps I got lucky. It also felt like Trinidad & Tobago. Same vibes. I stayed at the Story hotel. Definitely, will be revisiting to explore more.

[@sharonvel4485]

Thank you for the nice comments. Seychelles is expensive and to enjoy it you need cash. The story hotel is nice and pricy in comparison to the coral stand which is classified as a 3 stars Hotel. Coral strand is the very basic. Come here enjoy and leave your pride at home, we are down to earth. It seems that the author is looking down on the people of Seychelles and seychellois can sense it.

[@everreignofficials4128]

@@sharonvel4485 your comment makes no single sense. He's a travel blogger, that has been to so many countries,why would he just want to bring down your country for no reason??

[@naijabelle4961]

Wow...This is a tourist destination. A very beautiful country.

[@dezzyrocdezzyroc838]

Nice one bro, I do believe is expensive BCS is another way of discouraging many people from coming BCS they can't afford to accommodate so many tourists. Over here in Europe we have similar places too. Monaco, Ibiza!

[@kiakia3038]

I am pleased to find your video... you are a real tourist/ explore. You were handed lemons, and you made lemonade...that is what traveling is all about... creating new ventures/experiences Thanks again

[@Nishi8106]

I fell in love in the Seychelles. Had an amazing time .

[@yemol9454]

Seychelles looks so beautiful, but I personally prefer the vibes in Zanzibar.

[@Brentswifey]

@@agnessez7437 Stop the lies

[@tspcocktail]

Time for a hanging out with the locals in Seychelles video. The landscape is beautiful.

[@nicolebusari5493]

It's so cool that their accents are so Caribbean! I assumed they would speak with a more African accent, but I'm hearing Jamaican, Trini, and Bajian mixed together! Really beautiful country! I also noticed that the man speaking about the culture didn't mention African as a cultural influence...

[@eberhard1991]

Nothing that I hate like blacks who hate blacks base on skin colour. I will never set foot there.

[@rutha8562]

He obviously made a mistake. We're a mix of Africa, Europe and Asia. Don't know why he said Chinese lol

[@annasey2008]

@@rutha8562 he made a mistake and forgot about Africa . I have friends mixed with chinese so that's not an issue. I guess he should have said Asia more appropriate.

[@rutha8562]

@@annasey2008 yeah that's exactly what I'm saying! He didn't have to be specific.

[@joyce499]

@nicole said the same thing about their accent. Even the topography of the island is just as the Caribbean even could pass for Dominica 🇩🇲 where I’m from.

[@titaniumveriton7457]

am currently in Seychelles and yes, your accurate with everything,.. Am Always at the beach and for the 8days i have been here i have only seen 2 black people in the water, and it was hard getting in the country as a black person alone, they as all these wired questions. I have been to Zanzibar twice and i would definitely recommend Zanzibar to Seychelles, Because it offers value for money.

[@climi681]

Because it was Covid, and there restrictions.

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[@OwolabiEsther]

Tayo's video just makes my day better

[@Meta4ce]

Wow they really want you to know how mixed they are: "yo we're mixed, w'ere mixed, did I mention we're mixed" oooook. Is that supposed to be rare?

[@asia_nzeako]

Yes

[@moabdullahsonnie4464]

Seychelles 🇸🇨 is a very beautiful area, thanks for sharing this video, nice country! Toya, your videos are nice, thanks for doing what you do best, a big fan of you in Liberia 🇱🇷!

[@annasey2008]

@Danny Baronne I think the damage has already been done. As a Seychellois born and bred in Seychelles. This is my stance I am first proud of being a Seychellois this is normal its my country and will never change it for any other. I am proud to be of African, Asian, Malagasy and European descent. My African heritage is more prominent in the color of my skin, whereas my daughter has a skin tone totally different from me. Those that make her less or more, no it just make her human and Seychellois. We are also part of Africa. True we are not part of the mainland. My ancestors could hail from Any part of Africa but which part we don't know. Being from the African region we are Africans. Africa is not a country but is made up of different countries and all of them has their own culture or mixed of people. Seychellois are fortunate that we have a bit of every continent in us. That is our blessing. Like you said why will go to pay for expensive excursions when we can do that ourselves with no cost. With Covid most of us are stuck at home because of restrictions or because we are trying to avoid exposing our families who are vulnerable to the sickness. I've read these comments and I'm so surprised because I'm looking at my family pictures and to see the different tones of colors of my aunt, uncles my grandmothers and grandfather's I would like to know where is the segregation? Like any other our people are face with the same issues. My teachers where from. Kenya, India, Sri Lanka France and England. And my current teacher is chinese. My advice to the author of this video if you wanted to actually to see more Seychellois make some Seychellois friends look for a good guide and don't get stuck I the tourist attraction but come to our community and I'm sure your experience will be different. And by the way we work on weekdays so we mainly go out for fun on weekends.

[@nairobinyeusi5811]

We Kenyans don't like how you treat black folks there. Seychelles should revisit it's anti African colonial based education system

[@kwamescratch6727]

Their roads really look good and quality

[@esthervanda7401]

Instead of staying in the hotel, use air b and b for an apartment, it's cheaper

[@doreenonekalit9888]

Wow! Very beautiful place. Thanks for bringing us along and sharing your experience Tayo. More Blessings 💕💕💕

[@adebolaigbokwe8131]

Thank you very much for this, it is one country I was really planning to go to because of it's beauty but watching this am not sure is worth it.

[@Keephopealive2013]

I visited Seychelles from Nigeria in 2018 and stayed at Mahe but also spent time at La Digue and Praslin. It was lovely but I totally relate to this video. I felt a bit unwelcome starting from the Airport. I was especially upset when the black seychellois Immigration officer allowed everyone to pass through but stopped my new bride's bag to have it searched, without any good explanation. Not the best way to start a honeymoon. However, our rented villa and hosts were lovely and very accomodating. By day 2, ee ditched the exorbitant taxis and paid pennies for buses which allowed us to experience the real Seychelles

[@jovenchik2521]

It’s interesting that the guy didn’t mentioned Africa to be part of the mixture of the race while most of them are quite dark

[@chizion4022]

My thoughts as well.

[@nerylfanchette5658]

It was only his opinion. Not everyone in seychelles has the same mentality as he does

[@jzk2020]

I was thinking the same thing. They deny their black heritage then 1000 years later they say black people never lived there (cough cough, north Africa, cough).

[@meraeuphrasie5399]

@@jzk2020 Not they* him😀

[@eberhard1991]

My thoughts as well, I will never set foot in such country.

[@emilieesparon5725]

I have seen in this comment section many people who has never even step foot in the Seychelles making conclusions based on a 14 minutes video on the experience of one person. I am not undermining the experience of anyone. However let the people who has been here who actually experience whatever you assume us locals go through talk. Because one cannot speak on a history and culture one hasn’t experience nor understand.

[@JohnJohn-jm9oi]

What race are you?

[@changetocome100]

@@JohnJohn-jm9oi LOL, it was an empty complaint...is there or is there not racism, colourism etc...Tayo gave a measured review.

[@emilieesparon5725]

@@JohnJohn-jm9oi Race? Now whose being Racist ? Ill tell you what matter I am Seychellois

[@hailie_Selassie]

Nou rasis. Fenmen bèk ou.

[@emilieesparon5725]

@@hailie_Selassie Lekel ki ti pe koz ek ou🤨

Beautiful Island! My dream vacation country.

[@coxman23]

lets visit

[@jimminagomme3169]

my island 🏝 I love it .

[@climi681]

Do not listen to them, do your own research about the island and make your dream come true.

[@thomaskopp7974]

Hi Tayo, I‘m from Switzerland and I had a similar impression like you when I travelled to the Seychelles. It’s quite on the expensive side and you pay a lot for little service at times. The nature is amazing and I really like how much Seychellois are taking care of the environment. Two corrections to add: The market in Victoria is not only a tourist market. Seychellois actually buy their groceries from there. And the beach at Carana is not private. There’s an entrance on the side of the road - it’s a bit hidden tough.

[@denisu-san]

I'm from Seychelles and I went to Geneva in Switzerland in October, the prices there compared to here were a bit similar but here is definitely expensive relative to the quality of services, and just to add, I really loved Switzerland the people were nice and the place was significantly cleaner than here, but all in all everything is going to be different wherever you go

[@enricolorenzani9212]

I've been to both Seychelles and Zanzibar. Stone Town Is culturally very interesting and there are some great beaches in Zanzibar and very good food. But if you want to see what the real Garden of Eden would have looked like and witness the true beauty of nature the uniqueness of Seychelles will bring tears to your eyes. I've visited Seychelles twice ( Mahe,Praslin La digue ) the granitic formation are unique in the world, the untouched nature, the High mountains the jungle, the plants the multitudes of wild beaches just left untouched as It was 200-300, years agò. In Seychelles there are places where the human been Is Just a privileged guest in the mother's nature Kingdom. I could go back there 50 more times in my lifetime and still be gobsmackd by such beauty.

[@davetv4705]

Seychelles is absolutely beautiful! I don't mind going there to settle. Nice vlog, Tayo.

[@yazantours5177]

Bro i truly appreciate the way you recommended Zanzibar. I'm local guider from Zanzibar and please make sure you check me when you come back. Much love

[@theancientsancients1769]

Hi to Seychelles neighbors of Somalia 🇸🇴 we share similar beaches ✌️❤️

[@x-isaac3385]

Southern kismayo 1500 miles 🇸🇴🙏🏽🇸🇨

[@IlycsinZsuzsi]

I lived there for 6 months and it was the best time of my love. Seychelles always will be the love of my life. Thank for the great video, Praslin, La Digue, Cousin, Aride worth a trip too :) they are amazing smaller islands.

[@taiyenathaniel5131]

Can u accommodate me please

[@gerryombiang4299]

Beautiful island in Africa watching from the Philippines 🇵🇭❤

[@tochukwuononye2939]

Tayo please check Mauritius country too 🇲🇺

[@elvisdavid488]

Wow Seychelles is so beautiful, talking about the people Africa is a diverse continent, don't expect to see dark or black skin everywhere you go, they are mix, Arab, nd others Africa people too.

[@IamAfrikan]

Thanks for another great educational video. The country look beautiful from this video. From what I know about Seychelles they have one of the best education systems in Africa. As well they have great HDI and ofcourse tourism is important for their economy. What I always love about your travel video is the HIGH LEVEL of details you provide. Your story telling is extraordinary. Well done and keep up the good work.

[@nairobinyeusi5811]

Their education system is pathetic judging from their thinking capacity. I'd Say Kenya, Rwanda & Botswana have better education system

[@mariyahj8609]

The corona beach hotel look 👀 nice 😊 so did the food 🥘

[@Dynastyfarm]

Wowowoow 11:28 their accent is sooo Caribbean! Sounds like us in St Lucia.

[@King-is3td]

Why there aren't more Black people from the Mainland is probably because of Europeans come with Higher purchasing power I guess and most don't know about the place. In Nigeria they don't advertise other African countries to us and we end up going to spend exorbitant prices in Europe and America. Thankfully your channel and Maya's open a lot more eyes to the beauty within our borders where we don't have to experience racism just to have a good time.

[@tspcocktail]

There is the internet to explore and read about the many destinations in Africa.

[@King-is3td]

@@tspcocktail well most people on this continent are too busy working to earn peanuts and spending the rest of their time in churches/mosques

[@tspcocktail]

@@King-is3td oh well. Life goes on. Have a good day and enjoy life

[@nairobinyeusi5811]

@@King-is3td The richest people in Africa are in the mainland Continent you dunderhead.

[@TheTracyDominicShow]

Omg! I can't imagine booking and accommodation and later realizing it doesn't exist. That's crazy! Great video!

[@climi681]

There are two sides to every story, he's not telling us something.

[@harrydunkwu7655]

Great content as always Tayo! It would be nice though if you gave us some tips as to how to fly to these places (including costs), especially because of the pandemic.

[@ronnyquatre6305]

There is no such thing as " PRIVATE BEACH" in Seychelles... don't let anyone tells u that this is their beach, u have all the rights to go on any beach u like , as long as you don't walk on anyone's property! Beaches , Rivers and swamps are not private, no one is allowed to buy these 3 things ! Don't let anyone fool you brother!

[@mart6694]

Oh my goodness, it's a dream of mine to go back to Seychelles soon, I was literally born there & I only have pictures to remind myself of it

[@LittleTut]

Beautiful place. I've heard of Seychelles before. I didn't know it was part of Africa. Nice video! 😊🤗😊🤗

[@elsadegeus7772]

Is is not..

[@ArjyDuah]

@@elsadegeus7772 say a NOBODY!

[@elsadegeus7772]

ASK a Seychellois if it is part of Afrika..they will say NO

[@adeniyitbabz5845]

Finally the video I've been waiting for. Been thinking of going to either Seychelles or Cape Verde next year. Already watched your Cape Verde video and was hoping you could do Seychelles as well in order to compare. Thankfully, this video did justice to it for me

[@daltonturgott6063]

I understand what the brother was saying, he wanted to see more African enjoying the pleasure of their country..

[@globalcitizen740]

@Danny Baronne Are you tired yet? Geezus!

[@thetravlogger9895]

@@djb.8507 you're on every comment!!! If your country was that inclusive and tolerant towards black people, it would speak for itself!

[@globalcitizen740]

@@thetravlogger9895 Exactly!!!

[@globalcitizen740]

@@djb.8507 glad to hear! I suggest you join a debate team, become a lawyer, apply for a new job as a fact checker, or join your local tourism board.

[@globalcitizen740]

@@djb.8507 Lord have mercy! You sure talking like you’re a stakeholder that actually owns something. I’m going to do you a favor by gathering up all your comments and send them to the Tourist Board. I want them and President Wavel Ramkalawanto to see what an embarrassment you are online. The conversation ends here. Go play with your son.

[@pe2aab]

I stayed on the Seychelles, Praslin Island for one week. Beautiful. I enjoyed it very much. Went to the Constance Lemuria resort. Highly recommended!

[@StandUpGill]

bro its so important to keep the reviews honest. glad u mentioned the odd treatment. great work as usual.

[@sedelase8677]

Seychelles indeed is beautiful, as you all know Beauty comes with a Cost!

[@Travel_with_lammie]

I’ve been to Seychelles on three separate occasions and I can confirm that everything Tayo said in this video is true. It’s a beautiful country, and there’s no doubt about that. If it’s on your bucket list, please visit. You won’t regret it. But yes, classism exists, even among the locals. Racism yes. They can also come across as being unfriendly especially to black folks. You’ll notice white people being given priority treatment. I’ve been to Zanzibar as well and I still would choose Seychelles because I think it’s really just that gorgeous. However it’s not somewhere I would stay for too long being a black person.

[@franwern519]

I was shocked when I found out Seychelles, Mauritius and many more beautiful Islands are part of the African continent. And I think I am not the only one, even me a Ghanaian living in Germany always saw movies of white Europeans on those Islands, never portrayed as African. I think we should start teaching this correctly, the normal media will not.

[@ibemesijohn2409]

So they just like Dominican Republic, black on black discrimination based on skin tone rather than ethnicity

[@noohaliahmed3978]

Why discrimination. Are they white or white dominated country. I really wonder why an African should be racist to an other african. Tha sucks.

[@z.t.8950]

@@franwern519 I'm a Ghanaian too. It depends on which school you went to.

[@liveandletlive7152]

I'm very saddened to hear this. I come from Seychelles and I'm in the hotel industry too. I would never treat any of my clients different from the other because of their skin. It breaks my heart.I apologise on behalf of the people who made you feel this way.

[@darrenpayet108]

You definitely should come back on a more organized plan. And do better research and check reviews before attempting any “buying and paying” 😅 Glad you’ve experienced the beauties of Seychelles tho. And I know it was a worthy trip when you think about how we are trying to blend with nature and also preserving it. ❤️ 🇸🇨

[@naping]

As someone who was born and raised in a small Caribbean Island, and visited other Islands, this really reminds me of home.

[@BG-it7hb]

Yes, it is very similar to the Caribbean. The music in the radio, the spicy food, friendly, layed back and even population mixture... when the locals speak English it sounds kind of like when Caribbean people speak to me(just my opinion)

[@TheIfeomaa]

I have been studying in Mauritius for 3years, the same discrimination against Africans. Not sure I would want to go to Seychelles. But despite the people's experience, it's a beautiful country

[@GratitudeDiary1]

Seychelles is one of my favorite country in Africa

[@royalbeast8227]

Come to Mauritius bro,it's paradise on earth 🇲🇺🇳🇬

[@MrSupernova111]

Bro, I just looked up Mauritius beaches online. I'm speechless! Wow!! Cheers from the USA!

[@mimi-dq3xc]

Mauritius is the best 😊

[@jackiejacqueline2022]

Don't be ridiculous, only because Mauritius is cheaper than Seychelles doesn't mean that we are that bad😏

[@werqzeleke2815]

Same thing dominated by Indians

[@mortalwombat78]

It's even worse than Seychelles. The racism is worse plus pollution made me sick for days.

[@xajae_ama]

I love your honesty.

[@gloglo92320]

thank you thanks to you I will visit another country in Africa. in June I would go to Zanzibar! I look forward !

[@tarabyaa]

Awesome video! Love the honest review of the place coz I’m going there next may and I need to be prepared 😤

[@artwithymd.]

African brothers & sisters, why is it so hard to love each other? 😭 Had Seychelles on my list for the longest but I prefer Zanzibar’s vibe now. Also wondering why people who went on honeymoon or had their weddings there didn’t put out how expensive it is (maybe it wasn’t expensive to them sha).

[@Lovelaugh458]

It's Mostly expensive for tourist the locals have free health care and schools...which ever chooses to pay for private is entirely up to them... Food most people grow their food and keep their livestock and water is everywhere on the island most people uses solar panels to cut costs of electricity. If you are someone who wants to spend time eating in restaurant instead of cooking your own food then prepare to bring out the cash. Most locals are extremely friendly they will even offer to cook for you if you meet the nice ones go to the south part of the island ( beauvallon area north west area People are more in the modern mind set selfish a bit )

[@artwithymd.]

@@Lovelaugh458 Thank you for explaining further. Found it helpful 🙏🏽

[@Kevin-be9iy]

do you know how diverse africa is? to expect africans to all get along is just impossible considering how different they can be culturally and ethnically, the notion that all africans want to unite is just a western idea stemming from the idea that all africans are just black.

[@nairobinyeusi5811]

@@artwithymd. Because we don't have time to live around with racists dunderheads especially on African soil. They will never be part of Africa

[@tasha6607]

I live in Seychelles i wish one day if you come to visit Seychelles i will see you .

[@hillarydan9738]

Tourism is prior for a good living, I don't know why many countries in west Africa, fails to emulate others in terms of Tourism!! 🇳🇬 🇳🇬 🇳🇬 🇳🇬

[@johnnwabuforudemezue1108]

We will it's happening soon

[@CloseYourWombs]

Wow, I’m sold. This place is absolutely gorgeous 🥰

[@busolama9150]

Thanks for your detailed videos about beautiful places I've always loved to explore.

[@logueg]

Absolutely beautiful…

[@ifehansson2254]

I met a person from Seychelles once . She was mixed with African but clearly did not like Africans so your video and your experiences make sense to me. I'll leave Seychelles for the white people

[@PAYDAYHEDGE]

Mixed with black or African ?

[@ifehansson2254]

@@PAYDAYHEDGE African but she hated to admit it 😂😂

[@PAYDAYHEDGE]

@@ifehansson2254 you can not be mixed with African, Africa is not a race.. you should be saying black..

[@jzk2020]

@@PAYDAYHEDGE They are synonymous. Black is African, African is black. Anyone trying to say "its diverse" is spreading BULLSHiiiiiiiT.

[@PAYDAYHEDGE]

@@jzk2020 OK Mr Einstein

[@exquisitecaribbeanqueen7198]

God gave the dark skinned people of the world the best looking places. May we continue to take great care of it.

[@claudiefurgus3981]

Agree, but look who fighting us for it.

[@exquisitecaribbeanqueen7198]

@@claudiefurgus3981 Very true. But one step forward is better than no step at all,

[@sedelase8677]

Really? Did God? If I remember correctly most of the islands were 'jail' for the slaves. Kidnapped with no hope of returning back. Just like Jamaica, Dominican Island, Barbados including Seychelles and many more were slave islands. believe me that none of our ancestors happily volunteer to go there

[@terwasegusha9390]

Many commentators here does not understood him, in years to come you will understand.👂

[@turtlecrew]

Isn't that just the truth!

[@Best_MusicPlaylist23]

Thanks for sharing these videos bro we are travelling with you virtually- great work!!!!

[@Lucinda-zr9su]

I first became aware of the seychelles when watching the movie " blue lagoon" i watched the end credits to find out where the movie was filmed. The beaches n landscape in the movie was eye popping!!!