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Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Beautiful Mauritius

Located within the Indian Ocean, somewhat 800 km east from Madagascar, lay beautiful Mauritius. Mauritius is a diverse tropical volcanic Island - home to lush vegetation, tropical forests, and more than 80 types of palm trees, craters, and superb beaches and offers abundance in marine life.


When the word "Mauritius" is spoken, the idea of romance, warm clear ocean waters and beautiful sandy beaches protected by a coral reef which almost surrounds the entire island enter your mind instantly. Mauritius is all this, and so much more...


The island hosts a mixture of cultures and religions, from Indian, Creole, Chinese and European resulting in numerous religious festivals and a variety of cuisine. The Mauritian people are friendly, warm and welcoming.


Mauritius is popular for its high quality hotels featuring a variety of water and sport activities - from diving and snorkeling, waterskiing, windsurfing, parasailing, boat rides, golf, spa treatments, deep sea fishing and much more. A variety of black marlin, blue marlin, yellow-fin tuna, barracuda & Dorado are found in the surrounding waters of Mauritius.


In Mauritius West is best. Not only because of the spectacular sunsets while enjoying a sundowner in the perfect relaxed setting, but the western parts are commonly drier and warmer year round The north-western part of the island generally enjoys warm, sunny weather during all seasons, making it ideal for all year holidays.


The North-West is also popular for the lively seaside resort town - Grand Baie; which has an abundance of shops, restaurants and a yacht club. Shoppers can easily find good value and high quality goods here.


A good infrastructure makes most parts of the island accessible for exciting day trips or exploring the island at your leisure.


Mauritius is true heaven for those seeking the perfect romantic hideaway or an exciting family holiday offering the comfort, tranquility and quality and memories that will allure you to return again and again.

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