Showing posts with label mauritius holidays. Show all posts
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Monday, December 6, 2010

Mauritius Villa Rentals


If you dream of a "homelike villa" where you can enjoy all comforts, relax in unrestricted freedom, and which is close to white sandy beaches, then Mauritius Villa Rental is the perfect solution ... will make...your dreams come true.

Sun Villa Mauritius is beautifully nestled in a quiet and peaceful area of Trou Aux Biches, a heavenly tourist destination in the north-west coast of Mauritius. It offers an ultimate experience in luxury tropical living for families or a romantic sanctuary for couples and honeymooners with emphasis on green space, tranquility and privacy. Mauritius villa rentals are preferred as compared to staying in mauritius hotels as you can save a lot with self catering mauritius holidays villas. The interior painstakingly decorated and furnished in Balinese style, merging seamlessly with a charming outdoor environment comprising a private swimming pool, waterfall and a lush tropical garden.


Concept of the Self catering villa
Luxury Private Villa rental
Self Catering at Affordable Price
Private Swimming Pool
Lush Tropical Garden
Flawless White Sand Beach
Peaceful and Tranquil Stay

The Villa Comforts
This newly built 220 m2 enclosed luxury villa offers a unique mix of comfort and tranquility. It has an accommodation capacity of 2-10 persons, equipped with alarm system and 24hr security monitoring.

The villa features:
• Spacious kids’ room with twin bed overlooking garden and pool.
• 4 spacious air-conditioned double bed rooms with king and queen size beds.
• 3 bathrooms (one en-suite) with shower, tub and WC.
• Cozy living/dining room with wooden dining table and chairs for 10 persons.
• Utility room and modern kitchen.
• Furnished terrace and balcony ideal for reading and Al Fresco dining.

Outdoor Features
• A PRIVATE swimming pool and waterfall.
• Sun Deck and Sun loungers.
• Enclosed lush tropical garden with rose plants and palm trees.
• Furniture for Al Fresco Dining and Private BBQ .
• Private covered garage.

Amenities and Services
• Flat Screen LCD TV with satellite ,DVD and music channels in lounge.
• Complimentary 24hr internet connection with Wifi.
• Digital safe deposit boxes in three adult bedrooms.
• Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Box.
• Utility room with automatic washing-machine; Iron and ironing board.
• Bed sheets, Bath Towels and Beach Towels provided.
• Fully equipped Kitchen with: refrigerator, oven and gas stove, microwave oven, mini vapour electric oven, electric hob, toaster, kettle, coffee-maker, juicer, cooking utensils, cutlery & crockery for 10 covers.
• Maid service on alternate days (except on Sundays and public holidays)
• Gardening and Pool maintenance.
• Welcome Basket and complementary tour to Hypermarket (Super U) for pantry collection.

Facilities in the Area

• Restaurants, Shops ,Bank, Bus Stop, Spa , Diving centre and Water Sports at walking distance.
• 15 min walk to well-stoked supermarket (POPO), police station and pharmacy.
• A panoply of water sports available along the beach.
• Tennis, golf, Horse Riding- 5 min drive.
• 5 min drive to 24/7 private clinic.

A Prime Location (all times approximate)

• 1hr drive to the airport, however, during peak hours it is advisable to leave at least 4 hours before departure time of flight.
• 2 min walk to the flawless and clam white sand beach of Trou Aux Biches extending over 2km.
• 15 min walk to the beautiful and more busy beach of Mont Choisy.
• 30 min drive to Port Louis the capital of Mauritius.
• 5 min drive to the bustling town of Grand Bay famous for its night life, Bars, Restaurants and

Duty Free shopping
• 2 min drive to Triolet, the Little India of Mauritius.
• 30 min drive to Pamplemousses botanical garden.

Distance of Villa from Hotels in Trou Aux Biches (Approx.)
• Trou Aux Biches Village Style Hotel Resort (5 star+)-300m.
• Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort ( 5 star)- 200m.
• Casuarina Resort and Spa (4star +)- 200m.
• Le Grand Bleu Hotel - 100m.


Following services are available on request and subject to additional charges:
• Airport transfers.
• Baby-Sitting.
• Personal Laundry and Ironing.
• Although we are self catering, we can arrange for a cook.
• Special Events Planning – Weddings, Anniversaries… etc.
• Pantry -Pre-stocking and meal plan lists must be provided 10 days prior to arrival.
• Car rental, Tours and Taxi Service.

Villa Policy
• Non Smoking inside the Villa.
• Breakage deposit may apply.
• Any additional person joining villa should be notified.
• No Noise Pollution.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Voltage 240.

Room Sizes of Villa
• Land area 390 m2
• Villa 220 m2
• Bedrooms(all) 13.4 m2
• Additional room upstairs 13.4 m2
• Lounge / Dining room 26.8 m2
• Kitchen 13.4 m2
• Veranda and Balcony 10.4 m2 each
• Swimming pool 3mx7m

Ground Floor:
One bedroom - air conditioned (1.2mx1.9m twin beds )
• Separate bathroom with shower and WC
• Spacious living/dinning room with coffee table furnished in Balinese style
• Large Wooden dining table with chairs for 10 persons
• Modern, spacious fully fitted kitchen/dinette
• Fridge-freezer, gas stove/electric oven, mini vapour electric oven, microwave, electric kettle, toaster, coffee-maker, juicer
• Highchair, Baby cot bed available on request
• Utility room with automatic washing machine, iron and ironing board
• Spacious furnished terrace facing garden and swimming pool ideal for alfresco dining
• Private Garage for car parking


First Floor
• One master double bedroom with king size bed (2mx2m)
• Two air conditioned double bedrooms with queen size beds – (1.9mx2m)
• One bathroom en suite
• Common bathroom with shower, tub and WC
• A free room upstairs –can be converted into additional bedroom.
• Spacious curved furnished balcony , facing garden and swimming pool ideal for reading, relaxing and al fresco dining


Complimentary Services
• Housekeeping twice a week except Sundays and Public Holidays
• Linen, bathroom towels and beach towels are provided.
• Changing of bed sheets twice a week
• Pool cleaning and gardening once a week.

The Region of Trou aux Biches
On the Northern coast of the island, protected against the wind, Trou aux Biches, named after the typical fishermen’s village it is nestled in, has acquired a reputation bordering on the myth when it comes to hospitality benchmarks. It incarnates the ideal romantic hideaway with a picture-perfect 2-km powder-white beach, a startling blue lagoon that stretches as far as the eye can see and magnificent sunsets that defy all exotic standards and set the water on fire. A double-promise of authenticity and escape.

Sun Villa is within 2 minutes’ walk from the gorgeous sandy beach of Trou Aux Biches . Casuarina and palm trees provide shade throughout the 2km beach which continues almost unbroken to the great beach of Mont Choisy. Few kilometers further are the bustling beaches of Pereybere and Grand Bay. Five star hotels like Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort and Trou Aux Biches Village Hotel are located along this 2 km Beach. The sparkling turquoise lagoon is well protected by coral reefs and offers safe swimming for children, while the variety and abundance of marine life coupled with good visibility invites for snorkeling. Diving centres are 100m from the villa. A panoply of water sports is available on the beach. Sunset views overlooking this paradise spot are spectacular with their ever-changing hues from orange to pink and purple. Do not miss this magical moment.

Facilities in the area
Essential services like bank, bureau de change, Postal office, car rental, taxis, restaurants, spa , bus stop to Port Louis and Grand Bay are within 5 minutes’ walk from the villa. Few meters away is the Diving Centre run by professionals who offer diving lessons to beginners and deep sea exploration for experts. Actually, there are 30 to 40 dive sites just off Trou aux Biches . The Police station and a pharmacy are within walking distance . A good supermarket(Popo) where you can find practically everything such as fresh French baguettes and the best wines at cheap price is only at 15 minutes walk or 1 minutes by car. Sport facilities in the area include Canoeing, Cycling, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse riding, Paragliding, Parasailing, Surfing, Tennis, Water ski. Grand Bay which is 5 minutes by car offers great selection of restaurants, bars, casino, chic boutiques, duty free shops, souvenir shops and a hypermarket (Super U) which is invaded by tourist in the north.

Contact contact@mauriclick.com for reservation and villa availability.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Mauritius will host high-level business conference

Mauritius is billed to host a high-level conference, tagged "Doing Business 2010 in Africa: Sharing Reform Experiences," 13-15 January to strengthen the capacity of African countries to promote business-friendly reforms, share experiences and strengthen South-South cooperation, PANA reported.

The two-day conference is being organised in partnership with the World Bank, and will attract delegates from 15 African countries -- Burkina Faso, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mauritius, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

According to the programme of the conference, released by the Mauritian Finance Ministry, there will be speeches by Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam and Ruth Kagia, World Bank Country Director for Mauritius, while Finance Minister Rama Sithanen will give a keynote presentation on Mauritius.

The World Bank report ''Doing Business 2010: Reforming through Difficult Times'' for this year has ranked Rwanda and Liberia among the ''Top Ten'' business-friendly reformers worldwide.

Mauritius was ranked 17th - a significant improvement over last year's ranking of 24 among 183 countries.

Friday, November 27, 2009

The Other Side Of Mauritius

Mauritius is known as the perfect holiday destination for relaxing on a sun lounger and sipping cocktails. The island’s white sands and turquoise sea makes it the ultimate paradise in which to put your feet up and get pampered. If relaxing on a beach all day sounds a little too dull for your liking then Mauritius has a lot more to offer than just a great suntan.

The small island is situated just east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean and is steeped in history and culture. Discovered by Portuguese sailors in 1507, Mauritius is a great place for historians and inquisitive visitors alike. To find out more about Mauritius’s early history you can a visit to the Naval and Historical museum in Mahebourg. This museum is dedicated to the famous battle of the English and French who fought on the Indian Ocean for ownership over the island in 1810. The island’s other early inhabitant, the dodo, is also represented on the island. The famous bird is present on the national coat of arms and there are reminders of the funny birds to be found all over the island, from their presence on stamps to wood carvings found in the local markets.

If you’re looking to learn about the traditional side of Mauritius then there are an abundance of sites to discover. You can take an organised tea route excursion, which includes a trip through a Mauritian tea plantation, where you can witness how the tea is harvested and processed. The tradition of tea making is kept alive at the local museum where you can learn all about the process of making the perfect cup of tea, you can also treat yourself to a tasting session the
Bois Cheri chalet nearby.

If you want to truly experience the culture of Mauritius then a trip to one of the local markets is a must. The island has an array of bazaars offering everything from local crafts to exotic fruits and vegetables. The most popular market with tourists can be found at Port Louis but to experience the real Mauritius stray a little further from the beaten track where some of the more traditional markets can be found. Haggling is common practice here and sellers will not expect you to accept their first offer so, if you have the gift of the gab, you can pick up some fantastic local goods at a great price. The markets are also a perfect place to find an authentic Mauritius meal and can be a great alternative to the pricey hotel restaurants.

Mauritius holidays have a lot more to offer guests than just pampering and relaxation. The small island is pack full of historical and cultural treats to greet visitors so, no matter your interests there are plenty of opportunities to experience the other side of Mauritius.

The information contained within this article is the opinion of the author and is intended purely for information and interest purposes only. It should not be used to make any decisions or take any actions. Any links are included for information purposes only.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Transportation in Mauritius

Mauritius is a paradise for the tourists and people come from all over the world for a happy vacation in Mauritius. Taking into consideration the comfort of the tourists, the Mauritian government has offered many transport facilities.

The Road transport has seen much development in recent years. Efforts are made to keep Mauritius more welcoming to the tourists. Traveling by road is the best way to enjoy the scenic beauty of Mauritius. Tourists can drive in the cities if they have international drive permit. Vehicles like limousines are also available for the tourists.

To have a spectacular view of the enchanting scenery, traveling by car seem to be the best. Cars are the easiest mode of transport in Mauritius but quiet expensive. Different cars ranging from mokes to limousines are available for rent. The government of Mauritius is taking the essential steps to improve the road transport. There are both paved as well as unpaved roads. Road transport has undergone many phases of improvements so far. Since the years of colonization serious steps have been taken to improve the road transport to make the island more hospitable to the tourists. Mauritius has no railway facilities but has well enhanced airline facility. Reaching Mauritius from any part of the world is achieved with the help of International airlines. There are five airports in Mauritius and flights serve as an easy and convenient mode of transport. There are many flights to and from Mauritius. Mauritius flights are operated from different parts of the world at affordable cost.

Taxis are the cheapest mode of transport for the tourists. Mauritius Taxis for airport transfers in Mauritius are found in every corner of the cities. The drivers of the taxi can communicate in English also to guide the tourists. The taxi fares are set by the law and so it is fixed.

Mauritius has extensive bus service to all tourist locations. Local buses in Mauritius are also cheaper means of transport. The tourists can get along with local people of Mauritius while traveling by local buses. The road transport has improved to a great extent and many buses have come up to offer comfort, speed and with better carrying capacity.

The government of Mauritius has given special consideration to the French people. The government has offered them access to Mauritius without possessing a passport. To strengthen the historic and cultural tie up with France, the government of Mauritius has now acknowledged the French tourists. Article source http://www.paradisemauritius.org/


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Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Mauritius the right spot for your dream holidays

Whenever you look at Mauritius on your world map, you will most probably see a tiny dot. Do not be discouraged at first glance. Mauritius has indeed a great deal to offer to its visitors. If you are in search of pleasure and amusement, Mauritius could be your answer. If you desire holidays in the sunlight followed by greenish blue sea, or paradisiacal hotels pampering you with an unrivalled welcome and fantastic gourmets, Mauritius could offer you the experience of a lifetime.

If you enquire previous visitors of Mauritius about the island, you could be amazed about the quantity of affirmative answers you'll be able to get. This certainly shows that Mauritius lacks nothing for an enjoyable and worthwhile stay. Whilst minuscule in size compared to other countries, Mauritius features most importantly magnificent sea and long white sandy beaches. Furthermore, nearly all of the highways of Mauritius are in good shape. Means of transport are not deficient in Mauritius as autobuses cover just about every regions of the island. You will regularly see buses marked with the name NTC, TBS or UBS while you visit Mauritius. These are actually the most esteemed bus firms of the island.

However, moving around Mauritius by car is as well a possibility. There are several car lease offices everywhere in Mauritius. Nonetheless, before arriving to Mauritius, you might need to book the car of your choice. Failing to do so might sometimes cost you a couple of days to get another car on rent. All size of cars is available, so it depends on your needs. For instance, if you have come in twosome, then a small, compact car might be enough. Some car rental firms would even be prepared to hand you over your car at the airport. Like that, when you land in Mauritius, you can start to savour your vacations right away by choosing the places you desire to visit. Other vehicles like scooters and bikes are as well procurable for hire in Mauritius.

Just in case you've made up your mind to rest in a Mauritius villa somewhere in Mauritius, handy vehicles such as a scooter or a bike might help you out. You could utilise either one to move to the shops or the beach situated nearby. Furthermore, the best beaches of Mauritius are distributed along the sea-coasts of Mauritius. A great beach to go in Mauritius is Blue Bay. The spot represents yet another instance of beauty at its finest. The lucid deep-sea will offer you pure instances of delight and the aquatic park will simply be a breathtaking experience.

Another fine beach to visit in Mauritius is the Belle Mare beach. Longer than Blue Bay, Belle Mare beach boasts to offer a deep lagoon to its divers. You'll come across a tourism centre at Trou d'Eau Douce where you might almost surely find out the shopping and eating places of your taste. On the other hand, you may in addition to, go and have some fun at Le Waterpark, situated at Belle Mare itself.

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Thursday, May 21, 2009

Kitesurfing Mauritius, Competition of Kitesurf in Mauritius

The 2009 Kiteival will be held from 31st of July to 08th of August in different stages around Mauritius in one Event!

Kiteival´s Technical Director is Nico Kux (Sindbad Ltd) our National Kite Instructor, IKO and BKSA Certified. Nico has introduced kite surf in Mauritius and organized several kite surf events and festivals. He has also successfully participated in international kite surf events and competitions.

He is assisted by Albert d´Unienville of Naïade Events who has a solid experience in the organization of major international and local (sports) events in Mauritius . With the support of Naïade Resorts, one of the leading hotel groups in the Indian Ocean, who owns resorts hotels strategically situated all around Mauritius , Kiteival has the full potential to become a fantastic annual kite surf event.

Come and kite on some of the best spots in the world and discover the most beautiful lagoons of Mauritius with KITEIVAL!

Freestyle
Wave
Endurance
Speed


KITEIVAL Stages and Events - General description

Exact stages dates and planning of the week (Planning of Kiteival´s Week) will be fixed according to local coastal weather forecast and conditions. This planning will be communicated to all participants at time of briefing and final registration on the 31.07.09 at 18h30. Riding conditions may vary on the different coasts according to anticyclone´s position which will influence wind direction and strength. Kiteival´s Organizing Committee wants to take full advantage of the weather conditions in order to offer perfect conditions to participants during the different stages.


Stage - full day
: South east coast - Naïade Events crossing / Distance: 10 nautical miles - Challenge: Ile des Deux Cocos Trophy (Race - endurance)

Stage - full day: East coast - Palmar lagoon crossing / Distance: 5 nautical miles. Relaxed riding down this fairly short lagoon to meet up at public beach of Poste La Fayette . Tricks display by professionals and lunch break.

Challenge: Le Tropical Challenge Trophy; race around big triangle with drum markers, for all participants.

Stage - full day: South and South west coast - Tamassa to Les Pavillons crossing / Distance: 7 nautical miles of down winder through the beautiful lagoons of La Prairie and Le Morne Public Beach.

Challenge: Wave Contest at Le Morne / La Prairie - Tamassa Trophy

Stage - full day: East and North east coast - Roche Noires to Anse la Raie crossing / Distance: 11 nautical miles of down winder.

Challenge: Legends Freestyle Trophy

Extra Stage - full day: limited to a maximum of 10 participants and for experienced kite surfers only:

South East to North coast crossing / Endurance: distance 45 nautical miles from Ile des Deux Cocos up to Legends Hotel at Anse la Raie. This stage will depend of weather conditions.

Challenge: Arnaud de Rosnay Memorial Challenge

Entry fee supplement of Euros 150 will be charged for this stage and payment will be effected the day prior to the event.

It is also important to note that the Organizing Committee reserves the right, without notice, to re-format the event, change the dates and/or cancel stages according to weather conditions, for security reasons, or any other matters, arriving beyond its control.

SOURCE AND PHOTOS: Kiteival Mauritius


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Monday, April 6, 2009

Things to do in Mauritius

This funky little island has much more to offer than just cocktails on the beach, writes Paul Ash.

It's easy to sit on a Mauritian beach, drinking Phoenix beer or sipping a bottomless cocktail, but that's hardly the point of travelling, is it? You could do that at home for a lot less money, although Mauritius does have the seductive creak and rustle of the palm trees and tropical fever that settles on the skin.

First, a few facts. The former volcanic island — 61km long at its longest and 46km wide at its widest point — is the biggest of the three islands that form the Mascarene Islands, but the state of Mauritius includes tiny Rodrigues, 600km to the northwest, and covers 1.2 million square kilometres of sea territory.

It is geographically diverse. Lowland plains account for almost half its area, there is a central plateau where most of the population live and ringing the plateau are mountains which, although not high, give the island a dramatic feel.

The coastline is 160km long and much of it is fringed by a coral reef protecting the shallow landward lagoon, which is the island's big tourism drawcard. Where the reef is broken — and where ships can make landfall — you will find the island's largest towns, the capital of Port Louis, and the fishing port of Mahébourg.

The reef itself is some of the healthiest coral in the Indian Ocean and it is prized by divers and snorkellers, not to mention legions of tropical fish. Beyond the reef are the denizens of the deep — giant moray eels, barracuda, marlin, sailfish and a lot of sharks.

The island was first settled by the Dutch — they're the ones who killed and ate all the dodos and cut down most of the ebony hardwood forests — and later the French, who named the archipelago Ile de France and planted cane on the lowlands. The British colonised the islands in 1810, shortly before the plantation slaves, who had been restive since the ripples of the French Revolution lapped on the shores of the francophone empire, won their freedom. The British imported half a million indentured labourers from southern India to work the plantations and the 200000 who stayed on have had a profound effect on the culture, religion and life of Mauritius. In 1958, Mauritius was granted independence within the British Commonwealth.

Tourism kicked off in the 1970s with the opening of the Hotel St Geran, and that's why you are here.


1. Dive with morays in the Rempart serpent

The volcanoes that made the island make for exciting underwater topography. The clear, warm water and the long coral reef mean that the island has varied and spectacular dive sites. The famous sites include Coral Gardens (18m), the rock wall at Coin de Mire and Flat Island if you want to see black- tailed sharks. And then there's Rempart Serpent, which is full of moray eels, as well as highly venomous scorpion fish and lionfish.

Even if you're not qualified, strap on a mask, snorkel and a pair of fins, and float out over the reef.


2. Explore Port Louis on foot

Port Louis has all the charm and cliché of a colonial village — red tin roofs, thrusting modern architecture, wide verandahs, narrow streets and a flock of statues and monuments to famous people, landfalls and shipwrecks and lives lost.

For an introduction to the natural forces that shaped the island and its ecology, stop by the Natural History Museum, which occupies the building that once housed the Mauritius Institute, the leading earth science organisation of its day.

Afterwards, immerse yourself in the town's market which covers everything you could possibly desire — or not— from fish and spices to model ships made from the same woods used in the originals.


3. Climb the thumb

“Le Pouce” or The Thumb is one of the island's highest points. Reaching 812m into the sky from sea level, the view from the top is spectacular. The summit is an easy two-hour climb from the village of La Laura.


4. Take a Taxi ride around the island

Two things you should know: there is a road around the island, and taxis are cheap. The four-lane highway that connects the airport to Port Louis and the resorts of the north may have cut travel times but it also cuts a dull path over the island. The beauty of the island can be seen from the coastal road. Hotel reception should be able to arrange a decent driver/guide for you. Remember to agree on the fare in advance, though.


5. Hike the Black River Gorges National Park

The 6794ha park is a sound attempt to reverse the predations and neglect from four centuries of human habitation. Here you will find indigenous plants, birds and wildlife, a stand of the original ebony forest which escaped the Dutch carpenters, and beautiful waterfalls. The Black River Peak trail leads to the island's highest point, Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire. It's easy enough to do on your own — do take warm clothing in case cloud comes down on the summit — but guides are available from Casela Yemen, a former sugar estate and now a 4500ha leisure park close to Black River Gorges.


6. See giant, Man-eating water lilies

Botanists hack a path to the gardens from all over the world, to gaze in wonder at the collection of 500 species of indigenous and exotic plants, including the giant Victoria Amazonica water lilies which don't actually eat men, but can — allegedly — support a grown man's weight.


7. Swim off a classic island beach

This is the one big reason why you'd go at all. Mauritius, of course, is blessed with an abundance of fine beaches, including the famous Troux aux Biches with its casuarinas and the beautiful little cove at Péreybère, between Grand Baie and Cap Malheureux. Troux aux Biches is a public beach and a Mauritian favourite. If you want to meet real people and not just tourists, be here on a weekend.


8. Check out a sugar mill and take a train ride

The Mauritian railway system was torn up in the '50s - a pity for tourism, but there you go - and the only working remnant is on a former sugar estate of Domaine Les Pailles (www.domainelespailles.net). The estate is now a 1 500ha nature park, part of which you can tour by narrow-gauge “cane train”, tour the working sugar mill and stop for a snort of rum at Domaine Les Pailles distillery.


9. Play a round of tropical island golf

Hop in a speedboat at Trou d'eau Douce and head to Ile aux Cerfs for golf. Breathless golfers who've played the course say it is destined to be one of the wonders of the golfing world. Certainly a sea view from each hole will go a long way to numbing the pain caused by bad play. Green fees are about R570 and the visitor's fee is around R1650. For more information on playing golf in Mauritius, visit www.maurinet.com and follow the golfing links.


10. Take an underwater walk in Grand baie

Grand Baie is the island's watersports — and party — capital. Parasailing, kiteboarding, dinghy sailing, submarines, water scooters … it's all there. Plus, there's walking under water in an air-filled helmet. It's a strange way to see the ocean, padding along in a very strange helmet, but the upside is it doesn't require training or even the ability to swim. For 20 minutes or so you walk along the sea floor, looking at coral and fish, breathing air pumped from the surface. It's a moot point as to who gets the bigger thrill - the humans or the fish.


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Thursday, March 19, 2009

Mauritius - The perfect place for a perfect holiday

Mauritius is a small island found off the African coast in the South West Indian Ocean. If seen on the map, Mauritius appears like a tiny dot. What Mauritius has to offer goes much beyond its size. When seen from the top, the beauty of the island is at once a striking sight. Perfectly poised amidst the vast ocean, Mauritius reveals its magnificent beaches as well as its mountainous forests. The scintillating water that makes the lagoons of Mauritius would unmistakably tempt one and many for the discovery of a unique aquatic life.

As such, tourists come to Mauritius from various corners of the world in search for a perfect vacation. Mauritius has all the ingredients that it needs for someone to enjoy his well earned holidays. The sea, sun and sand are indeed a present that can be offered at will once in Mauritius . Many people dream of a great holiday but fail to make it to the right place. The unspoilt beaches and lagoons of Mauritius make them the ideal place for a luxury beach holiday. The hotels around the island are specialised in providing tourists with a service that surpasses its price tag. The feeling of relaxation and enjoyment that one will get in Mauritius could well become an unforgettable experience.

Moreover, the tourism sector in Mauritius is one of the few that helps maintain the economy of the island. The tourism sector had been tipped to continue on an ascending trend which is a good sign for Mauritius . More hotels are being built on the island. As a matter of fact, this indicates that Mauritius would be expecting more tourists in the coming years. For tourists, Mauritius would them become a much developed place with more facilities and better enjoyment. That is, in time Mauritius could become the centre for dream holidays.

Furthermore, off the East coast of Mauritius lies the tiny island of Ile aux Cerfs. Ile aux Cerfs boasts to have a stunning golf course of international repute. On the other hand, it as well has one of the best beaches of Mauritius . To put the icing on the cake, numerous water activities are available at Ile aux Cerfs. Some include parasailing and scuba diving among others. Going there could be one of the best things to do while in Mauritius . Some tourists visit Ile aux Cerfs in Catamarans while going to the Grand River North West, which is the biggest and largest river of Mauritius.

Mauritius had been an ancient British colony, so the official language of the island is mainly English. However, French is the language commonly spoken in Mauritius as the native language, ‘Creole' is a derivation of the French language. So, it can therefore be relatively easy for tourists to go shopping or travel all over the island as there would be little or no communication problems at all. Also, within the restaurants and hotels of Mauritius , tourists could be delighted to taste the unique Mauritian cuisine. Experiencing the different cultures and religions can even bring better joy to a great vacation.

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