Mauritius travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises, spa and resorts

Mauritius is a beautiful tropical island, 500 miles off the east coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. Its diverse landscape includes miles of unspoilt coastline, tropical forests and impressive mountains. There are safe beaches, gentle seas, mild tropical climate and combined with a legendary Mauritian hospitality make this island one of the world’s most sought-after holiday destinations.
The beaches in Mauritius are some of the most beautiful in the world. The coral reef, which surrounds much of the island, creates calm turquoise waters perfect for bathing in some parts and awesome crashing waves in others.
The island isn’t just famous for relaxation - there are other, more physical exploits to challenge your lethargy. Most all-inclusive resorts offer free activities - scuba diving, wind-surfing, sailing, water-skiing, snorkeling, and even a glass-bottom boat. There’s a new 18-hole golf course, catamaran cruises, 4×4 quad bike trips and mountain bike hire. Also you can go hiking or trekking in the interior on day-long adventures, or hire camping equipment and spend a few days in the hills. Mauritius is a paradise for deep sea fishing. Species include the blue or black marlin, all types of sharks, yellow tuna, the Bonitos, the “emperor”, the “pelerin”, the “becune” or the barracuda.
If you are looking for a very special place to spend your honeymoon, Mauritius is definitely the place for you. Every hotel on the island offers extensive wedding and honeymoon packages. They can also help you in organizing every single detail of the ceremony. Â Grand Baie is a popular tourist site because of its lively atmosphere. It offers great shopping, fresh fish markets and an abundant supply of watersports, including parasailing, water-skiing, windsurfing, undersea walks and sailing and fishing trips. Helicopter trips around the island also depart from here.

The Triolet Shivala
The longest village on the island, Triolet offers an opportunity to visit the biggest Hindu temple, the Maheswarnath, first built in 1819 in honour of the Gods Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu, Muruga, Brahma and Ganesha. Renowned for its hospitable people, delicious cuisine, and miles of sandy beaches give Mauritius all the ingredients for a wonderful escape.