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Grand Baie
POP 9569
In the 17th century the Dutch used to call Grand Baie 'De Bogt Zonder Eynt', which
meant the 'Bay Without End'. Today it appears as though it's the development - not the
bay - that's without end. As such, Grand Baie has all the vices and virtues of beach resorts
the world over. The virtues include good accommodation, bars and restaurants, while the
vices can be found in water frontages consumed by concrete and touts, although the latter,
in true Mauritian style, nudge rather than push. To escape the downtown scene, head for
charming and quiet Pointe aux Canonniers.
