Minister Shamlaye Congratulates Seychelles Tourism Board
Speaking at the closing ceremony on Sunday evening, he said the STB’s hard work was one of the reasons the weekend’s event was such a big success.
“The carnival’s success was hugely because of the Seychellois public, who have come to town in large numbers,” he said.
The ceremony was held in the Stad Popiler car park in the presence of Zimbabwean high officials and hundreds of happy carnival-goers.
Mr Shamlaye said the Creole Festival – held annually in October – will take place as usual this year despite the Carnaval International de Victoria being held.
He explained that both the organising committees have been working together to make the whole event a success.
Meanwhile, STB chief executive Alain St Ange said the event was successful, although there are many areas his organisation plans to improve for next year – making it a better experience for all those attending.
Also during the closing ceremony, the best floats in Saturday’s procession were rewarded for all their efforts.
The contestants were separated into two groups – international and local floats for adults – and there was a further prize for schools.
The organising committee judged the entries on the costumes they wore and their choreography, among other criteria.
It came as no surprise that the Notting Hill Carnival team from London won first prize for the best international float, followed by Indonesia and Zimbabwe in second and third places.
Mason’s Travel, with their colourful float proudly boasting the company colours, came first in the local category followed by the Jj Spirit Foundation and Indian Ocean Tuna.
Winners in the international category were all given trophies, while in the local contest they won cash prizes ranging from R5,000 to R15,000.
The Seychelles Tourism Academy won R15,000 in the schools competition, and the University of Seychelles came second to win R10,000.
The carnival’s organisers also chose the closing ceremony to hold the lottery draw.
Bianca Stanmyer from the Reef Estate won the star prize – a Hyundai i10 car – while F Tirant is now R50,000 richer after winning the first prize while Florida Richard from Copolia won the second prize of R25,000.
Mr St Ange gave all those gathered a rendezvous for March next year when the second Carnaval International de Victoria will be held. (Seychelles Nation)
From Destinations! We add again our CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done to all!
Speaking at the closing ceremony on Sunday evening, he said the STB’s hard work was one of the reasons the weekend’s event was such a big success.
“The carnival’s success was hugely because of the Seychellois public, who have come to town in large numbers,” he said.
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The ceremony was held in the Stad Popiler car park in the presence of Zimbabwean high officials and hundreds of happy carnival-goers.
Mr Shamlaye said the Creole Festival – held annually in October – will take place as usual this year despite the Carnaval International de Victoria being held.
He explained that both the organising committees have been working together to make the whole event a success.
Meanwhile, STB chief executive Alain St Ange said the event was successful, although there are many areas his organisation plans to improve for next year – making it a better experience for all those attending.
Also during the closing ceremony, the best floats in Saturday’s procession were rewarded for all their efforts.
The contestants were separated into two groups – international and local floats for adults – and there was a further prize for schools.
The organising committee judged the entries on the costumes they wore and their choreography, among other criteria.
It came as no surprise that the Notting Hill Carnival team from London won first prize for the best international float, followed by Indonesia and Zimbabwe in second and third places.
Mason’s Travel, with their colourful float proudly boasting the company colours, came first in the local category followed by the Jj Spirit Foundation and Indian Ocean Tuna.
Winners in the international category were all given trophies, while in the local contest they won cash prizes ranging from R5,000 to R15,000.
The Seychelles Tourism Academy won R15,000 in the schools competition, and the University of Seychelles came second to win R10,000.
The carnival’s organisers also chose the closing ceremony to hold the lottery draw.
Bianca Stanmyer from the Reef Estate won the star prize – a Hyundai i10 car – while F Tirant is now R50,000 richer after winning the first prize while Florida Richard from Copolia won the second prize of R25,000.
Mr St Ange gave all those gathered a rendezvous for March next year when the second Carnaval International de Victoria will be held. (Seychelles Nation)
From Destinations! We add again our CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done to all!
