Hi all, we've booked a very last-minute trip to the Seychelles this October with our two little ones (ages 5 and 7) and I'm after some local wisdom!

Here's how it's shaping up:

- A night on Mahé to start while we find our feet after a long flight.

- A week of sailing on a catamaran out of Praslin (19th–27th Oct) - this is the big adventure and the bit I'm most excited about/nervous about with the kids!

- A few final nights back on Mahé before we head first to Dubai then home to the UK.

We don't need hotel recommendations or boat hires as we have sorted it, but I'd love to hear:

- Must-dos with young children: beaches, wildlife, boat stops, anything that'll make their little ones extra excited!

- Great restaurants and cafés (anything from upmarket and luxury places to very simple but great options is welcome)

- General advice for sailing this route with kids this age: snorkelling spots, anchorages, things you wish you'd known etc.

It's our first time sailing in the area, so would be grateful for any advice, tips and recommendations. Thank you!