Monday, July 12, 2010

A small gem called Mauritius Island

If you worship warm weather, long blistering sandy beaches, and beautiful sunsets, Mauritius is the perfect holiday spot for you. Holiday-makers openly acknowledge that Mauritius is completely magical and return each year, so if you are interested in holidaying and exploring one of the world’s most stunning islands, check out what Mauritius has to offer you.

You will discover an extremely wide selection of Mauritius villa which is available for immediate reservation and more people are now opting for this type of Mauritius self catering format.

Mauritius beaches are legendary and the warm crystal lagoons are celebrated throughout the world for their wonderful beauty. If you are more vigorous and prefer jaunts and participating in sporting activities it isn’t an obligation to lie down on the beach the entire day.

You can experience the joy of scuba diving, swimming, golf, fishing and so many other great adventures which may be found in close proximity to your holiday accommodation. One of the best things about Mauritius is the combination of so many different races and cultures making it so unique and dissimilar to most of the other islands in the world.

The living standards in Mauritius when compared to other developing countries is relatively high, and also the Mauritian Tourism Industry is generally directed toward a classy, high-end market. If you are looking for luxury Mauritius villas, then we recommend you the Luxury Oasis Villas Mauritius.

As far as spending money is concerned the Mauritian Rupee is more widely used but British Pounds and Euros are often accepted currencies in the major tourist areas and resorts, and the exchange rate in regard to the Mauritian Rupee has remained fairly constant the last few years.

More and more, Mauritius is becoming a second home for retired people mainly from Europe as they wish to escape the freezing winters and discover the island welcoming and very reasonably priced regarding living expenses. Mauritius is the perfect beach vacation destination and two or three weeks passes swiftly on the beaches and in the water, or you can join a cruise ship which is on a round the world itinerary.

This little Treasure Island has something for everybody to relish and enjoy no matter if you prefer just a relaxing vacation to doze all day in the sun or an thrilling family vacation full of adventure.

Weddings and Honeymoon in Mauritius for Couples

Couples getting ready to tie to the knot and searching for ultimate dream wedding locations are constantly met by the presence of Mauritius in top ten wedding destination lists. However, it was recently reported that weddings abroad are more popular than ever before due to the value for money and scaled down effect, with Mauritius weddings the top choice for the luxurious touch.

With recent reports also showing that the average wedding has a wallet-busting price tag of £20,000 - with a honeymoon averaging at £4000 of the cost - more couples are choosing to combine the two or hold back on wedding costs and splash out on the honeymoon.

Getting married abroad apparently lowers the costs significantly due to prices in the UK proving to be increasingly expensive and also guest lists are more than halved when only very close guests are invited to the big day. Mauritius is reported as the top luxury destination for couples who request travel vouchers as a wedding gift and save on costs by using this for their honeymoon.

Mauritius is hugely popular because it offers a touch of luxury, a paradise setting and a laidback feel for the guests. When it comes to honeymoon Mauritius is widely recognised as a top location for weddings and honeymoons with its stunning white sands, tropical weather and amazing wildlife. It is a breathtaking location and has been publicised most by holidaying celebrities, millionaires and the Royals. However, it retains a laidback and tranquil feel, ideal for weddings due to peaceful beaches and a gentle pace.

A spokesperson for Oasis Villas Mauritius, run by Oasis Villas, explains the appeal to couples: 'We are often thanked by people for making their dream wedding come true or for their amazing honeymoon because basically we are the perfect villa for those in search of an unhurried holiday accommodation in Mauritius'.

This encapsulates the attraction with Mauritius perfectly – there is no hurry during time spent on the island, meaning that special day lasts for the duration of your stay and therefore prolongs the magic of being newlyweds.

Oasis Mauritius Luxury Villas , are located about 700 meters from the magnificent beach of Pereybere Grand Bay, provide an intimate lifestyle. The property is peaceful, private pool villas and secure. A hymn to indigenous plants, the lush and verdant vegetation along alleyways adds exotic charm. From the very entrance, Luxury Villas Oasis Mauritius displays its special standing: with its Royal palms, its central basin and its garden architecture, visitors are welcomed to an oasis of beauty.

Friday, July 9, 2010

Mauritius Cuisine - Creole Chicken Curry

Mauritius is known for its mishmash of cultures from all over the world. The result is a cuisine of its own creation — taking the best from French, Portuguese, Indian, Dutch and Arab influences and making fragrant and healthy dishes.

The local culture and cuisine is known as Creole, as is the language spoken which is a mix of French and many other languages.

Accomplished Mauritian chef Pascal Laurette took the time to demonstrate how to make a fragrant and spicy Creole Chicken Curry using skinned chicken pieces cooked to perfection and accompanied by aromatic basmati rice.

A basic Mauritian curry needs five essential spices, to which you can add others if you like. All must be in powder form. Use one teaspoon of each:

* Saffron
* Cinnamon
* Aniseed
* Cloves
* Cumin

If you'd like to experience Mauritius, visit www.mauriclick.com and enjoy a relaxing holiday in a Mauritius villa right on the beach of Mauritius.