Judy Mason

Destination Inspiration...Mauritius

27 July 2023

Cast away to a beautiful, palm-fringed island where tranquil beaches give way to dramatic, volcanic landscapes

Mauritius

Cast away to a beautiful, palm-fringed island where tranquil beaches give way to dramatic, volcanic landscapes. Romantic and remote Mauritius is said to be a paradise on earth, and is home to some of the most lavish hotels in the world. Beyond the luxurious whiter-than-white beaches and crystal-clear waters, its interior is covered with lush National Parks, wildlife havens and a food scene to whet anyone’s appetite.


Experience island life

Championship golf courses, destination spas and some of the world’s leading hotels give Mauritius a distinctly sophisticated feel that would suit even the most discerning traveller. But don’t be fooled, there’s so much more to Mauritius than its grown-up appearance. Whilst you’d be quite right to while away days by the pool with a local rum punch and soaking up the sun, you’d be missing out if you didn’t take a trip to Le Morne Brabant or the Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth to witness some of nature’s magnificent phenomenon. From the hustle and bustle of the island’s capital Port Louis to the tranquil Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius is a destination with something for everyone. Equally, escaping to the ocean is a great way to experience some of the Indian Ocean’s world-class diving and snorkeling opportunities.


North, south, east or west?

Beautiful resorts are scattered all over Mauritius’ coastline, but the most popular include Belle Mare in the East; perfect for a romantic ‘something special’, combining stunning scenery, pristine beaches and exquisite hotels making it a popular destination all year round. In the West Flic-En-Flac is located on the ‘sunset coast’ once a charming fishing village, this resort has romantic restaurants, luxury hotels and 3km of impeccable shore-lines. Down in the South of Mauritius is the incredibly popular La Morne, water-sports enthusiasts flock there to enjoy the surf, and great conditions for kitesurfing, diving and much more, all set against the dramatic backdrop of La Morne Brabant.


Food for thought

The food in Mauritius is not to be missed, from traditional French-Creole melting pots to freshly caught seafood, exotic fruit to tasty grilled-on-the-beach barbecues, food on Mauritius reflects all elements of the island’s character – diversity, richness and colour.


Discover the national airline of Mauritius

Voted best airline in the Indian Ocean at the World Travel Awards ten years running, Air Mauritius not only welcomes you to Mauritius, but also opens up the world beyond, flying to over ten destinations, across four continents. Plus, connections are offered to over 70 destinations in Europe working in partnership with Air France from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Air Mauritius has one of the youngest and most modern fleet in the world, with the latest generation aircraft equipped with the airline’s latest cabin products offering unprecedented levels of comfort. The best thing about your flight is that it's overnight both ways. We arrived at our resort in time for breakfast and we left after dinner for the airport. . Mauritius is a great place place to visit to eek every second of your holiday!



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