Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Welcome to
Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles
Prediction for your arrival: it's a sunny, 29°C in the air and
water. Soon you're lazing on a white-sand beach with a tropical
fruit juice in hand - the best cure for winter blues.
Life's a Beach
The Seychelles (and, to a lesser extent, Mauritius) is home to perhaps the sexiest beaches in
the world. They're so consistently perfect that it's hard not to become blasé about them.
There's nothing better to do than spend days under the bright tropical sun on the beach,
swinging in hammocks, splashing in the sea and sipping a cocktail. Even Réunion, which
doesn't fit the cliché of a sun-soaked Edenic paradise, has a few good stretches of sand.
From Beach to Adventure
Believe it or not, a day will come during your stay when you decide you've had enough
with the beach lounging. Mauritius, Rodrigues, Réunion and the Seychelles aren't just
about pampering and relaxation; when it comes to recharging adrenaline levels, they have
big surprises up their sleeves. Hike the footpaths that criss-cross the islands, ranging from
meandering trails to trudges up mountains; scuba dive in enticing warm waters, marvelling
at more than 300 species of fish (and the odd shipwreck or two); catch the wind and waves
on a kiteboard; take a boat tour; explore magnetic canyons; or discover the countryside on
horseback.
To Luxe or Not to Luxe
It's hardly surprising that the Seychelles and Mauritius are choice destinations for honey-
mooners: here the world's most exclusive hotels compete with each other to attain ever-
greater heights of luxury, from personal butlers and private lap pools to in-room massages
and pillow menus - not to mention sensuous spas. But if this is not in your budget, don't let
that dissuade you from buying a ticket to these destinations. Small, family-run hotels, bed
