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Nestles peacefully in the private white sands of its own peninsula, One & Only Le Saint Géran is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. This is a spectacular world-class luxury resort that welcomes guests into a Mauritian garden paradise of friendly calm and easy luxury. Boasting 60 acres of tropical gardens, the magnificent One&Only resort offers incredible views - the Indian Ocean on one side and a coral sheltered lagoon on the other.

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Set in around 20 acres of beautiful tropical gardens, The Oberoi Hotel Mauritius offers everything you need for an idyllic island break – palm-thatched villas with Indian Ocean views, a gloriously expansive golden sand beach and a host of water sports. Overlooking Turtle Bay on the gorgeous coast of Mauritius northwest, this elegant ‘boutique’ property blends a Mauritian warmth with the distinctive Oberoi ‘cachet’ of exclusivity and style.

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Located along six kilometres of private shoreline, amongst lush vegetation and trees, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is a contender for one of the top properties on the island. An amazing location affords the luxurious accommodation unbeatable views of both the turquoise blue water and the lush green mountains. Fill every moment with a sense of natural connection and exquisite retreat. Covering over 213 hectares of land surrounded by a turquoise lagoon, the property is the jewel in the company’s crown.

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If you plan to go to Mautitius, one of the best hotels to visit is LA Pirogue. Now get ready to walk around in your swimming costume, sip cocktails at leisure, and simply relax. Offering a welcome as warm as the sun, La Pirogue typifies the Mauritian experience: deeply enigmatic, exquisitely tranquil, delightfully friendly and filled with endless fun. The hotel is a true reflection of Mauritius, with blues and greens and golds and pale shades of white to tempt you with the blue water, the lush green trees, the beautiful golden and white sands.

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Port Louis is the capital of the island of Mauritius. In previous times it was used only during summer (due to prevailing winds) by the Dutch and the French since the 1600′s, and early 1700′s. However, it took all its importance when, in 1735 Labourdonnais decided to make Port Louis the main harbour and the administration headquarters of Mauritius. The capital has a residential population of above 150,000 but receives as much visitors during daytime as it is first of all the city of businesses.

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Cargados Carajos Shoals (sometimes refferd to as the Saint Brandon Rocks) are a group of about 22 small islands and islets on an extended reef in the Indian Ocean northeast of Mauritius. The emergent parts of the formation comprise a great, 100 km long, crescent-shaped expanse of reef and algal ridge covering around 190 square km. The west side of the reef ridge protects a large area of shallow water that averages less than 20 m in depth. Within this semi-lagoon are numerous sandbanks and small sand cays. The island atoll is like the Maldives, a real diving paradise. The curious thing about it, is that is not open to tourists.

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The Black River Gorges National Park emphasizes 6,574 hectares of wild thick forest in the island of Mauritius. This preserved paradise is also home to over 3000 species of flowering plants and nine species of birds, featuring the famous pink pigeon. The best way to explore the park is on foot, nevertheless it is possible to drive through it and stop for spectacular views along the way.

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This Sofitel Hotel is an oasis of decoration union the unequaled architecture of Lek Bunnag and the involvement of Kenzo Tadaka. Sofitel So Mauritius Bel Ombre is situated in Bel Ombre, southwestern of State and 45 proceedings from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Supranational Aerodrome. Regional points of relate countenance Chamarel Falls and Ganga Talao.

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Located on the northern tip of Mauritius, Le Canonnier is surrounded by three beautiful beaches and has panoramic views over the Indian Ocean. You fall in love with the natural beauty of Le Canonnier. The hotel’s rooms and apartments are scattered among the bicentennial banyan trees in the tropical grounds. With a unique massage centre and a mini-club set in an 18th century lighthouse, Le Canonnier is one real favourite destination.

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Le Touessrok is one the most splendid places in the world, surrounded by white sand beaches and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The resort combines a Mediterranean village style with a contemporary sophistication that will make anyone feel like they are in paradise. A wooden bridge links the resort to Frangipani Island and a ten minute boat trip takes you to Ile aux Cerfs Island, where a new restaurant has been built.

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