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Ian Fleming's Time on Seychelles Inspired His Eighth Novel, 'For Your Eyes Only'

W hen James Bond author Ian Fleming experienced a period of writer's block, he left his home in London, United Kingdom and traveled to the Republic of Seychelles. There, he relaxed and enjoyed the warmth of the Indian Ocean, while working on a story for a national newspaper.

Staying at what's now the Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa in 1958, on the island of Mahé, Fleming began work on his eight novel in the James Bond series, a collection of short stories released under the title, For Your Eyes Only . One particular tale, The Hildebrand Rarity , takes place at the holiday destination.

The story is set entirely on Seychelles. In it, James Bond is tasked with surveying the area for the British Royal Navy , which wants to construct a base there. During the trip, he meets local man Fidèle Barbey, who hires the MI6 agent to aid in the search for a rare fish.

The Hildebrand Rarity 's villain, the sadistic American millionaire Milton Krest, lives onboard a luxury yacht, The Wavekrest , and is the one interested in finding the rare fish. He cares not if they catch one dead or alive - his ultimate aim to sell it to the Smithsonian Institution for a high and tax-free price.

Bond helps Barbey pilot The Wavekrest and, in the end, Krest manages to catch one. However, he's only able to do so by pouring poison into the water, killing hundreds of fish in the process. Bond finds this abhorrent, and also becomes upset after learning the millionaire verbally and physically abuses his wife, Elizabeth.

Krest goes on to celebrate his success with Bond, Barbey and Elizabeth, but after many drinks begins to insult the trio. Before coming to blows, everyone turns in for the night, only for Bond to be awoken by loud noises.

Investigating the source of the sound, the MI6 agent discovers Krest has been murdered, with the Hildebrand Rarity stuffed down his throat. Fearing an inquest could put him in the frame, Bond cleans up the scene and dumps the millionaire's body overboard, hoping it'll appear as though he fell after a rope holding up his hammock snapped.

Returning to port, Bond is invited to sail on with Elizabeth to Mombasa. Despite believing she may be the killer, he agrees. As a way of getting back at her late husband, Elizabeth opts to send the Hildebrand Rarity to The British Museum , instead of the Smithsonian.

The Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa is located on a rocky outcrop at Beau Vallon Bay, Mahé. In the mid-1950s, it was one of the first hotels to set up shop on the island. It's blessed with extensive views of the coral reefs and azure blue seas the Indian Ocean is so famous for. With a number of cozy private beaches, the holiday destination offers a delightful place where Bond himself would feel at home. Plus, the bar still serves up 007-style cocktails.

Today, it's possible to check into the room Fleming stayed in, Room 114. However, due to copyright reasons, it's not called the "Ian Fleming Suite," despite it carrying the name for a period of time. The famed author's memory is recorded on the menu of the Ocean View Bar, with such items as Bond Tempura, a vegetable snack; Fleming Fish and Chips; and a sweet treat known as "La Bombe Surprise."

It was in April 1958 that Fleming flew to the Seychelles for an assignment for the Sunday Times . He was to report on a treasure hunt, which turned out to be a bit of a flop. However, the famed author used his time wisely, noting many of the details of the island and including them in his new James Bond story.

Fleming also added in what he witnessed during a visit to Pedro Cays, a series of islands off the coast of Jamaica. There, he saw two scientists use poison in a similar manner while collecting samples.

Grabbing names from past and present, Fleming used "Milton Krest" for his villain. "Milton" was the codename for a Greek captain who, at personal risk, ferried British soldiers and agents past German patrol boats during the Second World War . He went on to receive the Distinguished Service Order (DSO), plus an Order of the British Empire (MBE).

A further Seychelles link came from "Krest," the name of the tonic and ginger beer Fleming drank while staying at Northolme.

Fleming was well-connected in the British upper classes. During World War II, he served with the Royal Navy as the personal assistant to Rear Adm. John Godfrey, Director of Naval Intelligence. James Bond's "M" is said to be based on Godfrey, who had Fleming serve as his liaison to numerous government agencies. This led the author to cross paths with the Special Operations Executive (SOE) and the precursor to the CIA.

In 1942, Fleming formed the No. 30 Commando, a unit made up of special intelligence troops. Based on a German group headed by SS- Obersturmbannführer Otto Skorzeny, which he called "one of the most outstanding innovations in German intelligence," they were tasked with positioning themselves near the frontline and seizing enemy documents.

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Following the success of the No. 30 Commando, the Target Force - better known as "T-Force" - was formed. Its infantry section consisted, in part, of the 5th Battalion, King's Regiment, and Fleming sat on the committee tasked with selecting targets. Given all he was involved in, it's certainly possible that his service gave him the inspiration for the James Bonds series.

Construction Highlights

Solid fiberglass hulls.

Full Length Keel

No yacht should be considered for serious cruising without the hull and running gear being protected from an accidental grounding. All Flemings are built with a full-length keel that extends well below the rudders and propellers. To create this deep keel, Flemings are built using a two-part mold. A stainless steel shoe on the underside of the keel is used for additional protection in case of a grounding. The keel is filled with closed cell foam and sealed off and isolated from the hull to prevent water intrusion in the rare case of a severe impact.

Hull to Deck Joints

The hull-to-deck joint is one of the most critical areas of yacht construction because it is especially vulnerable to stress, which can lead to leaks that are difficult to locate and repair. Fleming utilizes a joint at deck level and another one at the top of the bulwark, resulting in double strength and protection. With over 340 Flemings cruising throughout the world, there has never been a reported instance of a hull losing its watertight integrity in this critical area, even when exposed to severe sea conditions.

Fiberglass Fuel Tanks

Today Fleming manufactures our own, handcrafted fiberglass fuel tanks, which eliminate the problems of corrosion or weld failures. Laid up over male molds, the interior surfaces feature vinylester resins, while the exteriors use a fire-retardant resin. The outer sufaces of the tanks are also coated with a fire proof paint. The tanks contain fiberglass baffles, molded sumps (allowing them to be drained) and proper sight-gages. After the tanks are completed, they are glassed into the vessel's structure on all sides, making them an integral part of the yacht and adding to the overall hull rigidity. Since the tanks in the 58, 65 and 78 span the full beam at mid-ships, the tanks act as a three-foot-thick bulkhead, further minimizing engine room noise from reaching the living quarters.

Noise & Vibration

Flemings are known for their whisper quiet, smooth ride. To begin with, the engine room air intakes are located under the cockpit coaming, away from the main cabin and pilothouse. This location not only helps to reduce noise, but it eliminates corrosive salt spray from entering the engine room. We use the Aquadrive system as standard on the Fleming 55, 65, and 78, and the 58 comes standard with the Seatorque Bolt on Shaft System (BOSS). This is a totally enclosed, oil filled, self-contained, shaft and thrust bearing assembly. These systems transfer the thrust from the propeller directly to the hull, not the engine. Thrust bearing brackets are bolted to full-length steel bars encapsulated in the vessel's massive engine stringers, so the propeller's thrust is transmitted to the hull. This allows the engine to be mounted on soft engine-mounts. The engine is virtually "floating," thereby reducing its vibration from being transmitted throughout the vessel. The generators are double-mounted on anti-vibration mounts, which are bolted to highly dense platforms. This approach also results in a "floating" engine, which contributes to whisper quiet, vibration free operation. Additionally, great attention has been given to soundproofing the engine room and insulating it from the rest of the vessel. Lead-based sound insulation and foam are utilized throughout the engine room, and an attractive soundboard material is used on flat surfaces, including fuel tanks. A specially fabricated, fiberglass composite cabin sole is now used on all Flemings and features honeycomb construction for additional stiffness and insulation. All engine room hatches utilize rubber gaskets and are clamped down tight. As a result of all this focus on reducing noise and vibration, Flemings are known the world over for their whisper quiet, ultra-smooth operation.

Flemings undergo a continuous process of evolution, and over the years there have been hundreds of improvements and upgrades to the vessel's electrical and mechanical systems. Indeed, while the overall hull design has remained essentially the same, new, more modern engines and accessory systems have kept our boats at the forefront of marine technology. Fuel-efficient, common rail diesel engines are standard. Sophisticated electrical systems make our boats self-sufficient in any part of the world. Dependable stabilizer systems deliver a new level of comfort at sea. And modern galley appliances offer all the comforts of home. Of course, none of these advanced systems contribute to more comfortable, enjoyable cruising if they cannot be relied upon, so Fleming takes painstaking measures to test and evaluate the systems and equipment featured on each model. Only the highest quality components and equipment are specified and installed properly for years of reliable, trouble-free service. And before each yacht leaves our production facility in Taiwan, all systems are thoroughly tested to ensure they are operating properly and meet specifications. Details That Make The Difference At first glance many new yachts may look as if they are well built and designed for serious cruising. But it often takes a closer look to see that they are not built to the same high standards as Flemings. And rarely do they demonstrate the same level of attention to detail that have made Flemings "The Ultimate Cruising Yachts" Indeed, you may hear salesmen of other brands claiming their products are "just like a Fleming." While these comments are complimentary, they are nonetheless false. The only yacht "like a Fleming" is an authentic Fleming.