Category: Mauritius
New Premium Visa for Mauritius
Mauritius has introduced a new Premium Visa, valid for a period of one year and renewable. This measure was announced by the Mauritius cabinet last Friday to encourage eligible visitors come to Mauritius for long stays. Meanwhile, the highest sanitary standards and protocols are being maintained to ensure the sanitary safety of visitors as well
A coast-to-coast guide to Mauritius
Mauritius has long been a favourite beach destination. Perfect for families and honeymooners alike. Popular with golfers and also outdoor enthusiasts, this tropical haven is alive with sun filled activities, warm water, excellent food and rich, warm, welcoming culture. Each side of the island offers its own appeal and many argue which is the best?
Some future travel inspiration: the top 5 unique experiences in Mauritius
The outbreak of COVID-19 has changed life as we all know it. International travel is suspended until further notice and countries are heightening restrictions – one by one going into lock-down to try and tackle the virus. This is an unsettling time for communities across the world as we adapt to life within our own
Start your New Year with a luxurious halal holiday
By Nabeel Shariff on Dec 30, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Hotels, Maldives, Mauritius, Middle East, Oman, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles
With the holiday season here, it also means New Year is shortly following. For most people, if not all, it only seems like yesterday that they were celebrating the New Year of 2019. The year has gone by so fast, and it just shows how busy everyone has been, working and getting on with their 
5 resorts perfect for a halal friendly family Summer trip
By Nabeel Shariff on Mar 14, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Hotels, Mauritius, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Turkey, United Arab Emirates
It’s crazy to think we’re already nearing the end of March. With the months flying by and Ramadhan just around the corner, before we know it the summer holidays will be here. Take it from experience, planning the summer holidays equates happy kids. It’s like scheduling your work day, like having a monday.com app for 
12 baby friendly honeymoon ideas
By Kim Robertson on Feb 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Greece, Honeymoons, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Middle East, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Travelling on honeymoon with a baby needn’t be daunting. With a little preparation and a few helpful extras, it can be stress-free, and a wonderfully memorable holiday. There’s nothing quite like seeing your little ones’ face light up as you dip their toes in the swimming pool. Or when you take them for their first 
6 luxury hotels in Mauritius
Everyone wants to go to Mauritius. It is a speck of volcanic rock, covered with sugar cane and palm trees, sun-bathing in the warm Indian Ocean. Then there are the white-sand beaches gently shelving into an azure sea. “Azure” may be a travel writer’s cliché but there is no other word for the lagoon’s pools
Mauritius: 10 sights of the Colourful South
By Michael Edwards on Oct 26, 2018 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Mauritius, Regions, Travel Miscellany
As an idyllic dot of paradise in the warm Indian Ocean, Mauritius has much more to offer than just white-sand beaches leading into the azure seas of a warm lagoon and catamaran cruises out beyond the coral reefs in search of dolphins and whales. Although Mauritius only has a brief history of human occupation it 
5 ideal honeymoon destinations
By Kim Robertson on Oct 15, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Mauritius, Regions, Seychelles, Thailand
Congratulations… you are engaged. Now the excitement of planning your big day lies ahead. Lots to think about and do, maybe plenty time, maybe not, but whatever, it will come round much quicker than you are expecting it, and that is a fact. It just seems to creep up on you! As well as all 
9 private islands for a true honeymoon escape
By Dan Bagby on Aug 21, 2018 in Accommodation, Africa, Bahamas, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Panama, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel
Most honeymooners expect some privacy as they enjoy their first vacation as a married couple, but what about enjoying your own private island? Vacationing on a private island is more available than you might think. Make the most romantic trip of your life unforgettable by going to one of these nine private islands located all 
5 of our favourite Summer holiday escapes in Africa
By Laura Burdett-Munns on May 31, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Mauritius, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda
Between the ages of five and 18, extended periods of time with our children are few and far between. The summer holidays are particularly precious, therefore, and though the typical family holiday destinations can be crowded, we know some extraordinary locations where you can spend quality time together creating unforgettable memories. Your kids’ adventures will 
5 of the best places to visit in 2018
By Craig Burkinshaw on Feb 21, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Indonesia, Mauritius, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, South America, Zimbabwe
In 2018, some countries will celebrate big milestones in style. Elsewhere, certain regions are opening up to visitors with an array of new tours and experiences. And, due to recent political developments, there’s a decidedly optimistic mood surrounding other countries, making them more accessible and more appealing than ever before. The Taranaki region, New Zealand 
18 of the best countries to visit in 2018
By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Asia, Belize, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Central America, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Faroe Islands, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Poland, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Western Europe
Travel and tourism is one industry that has continued to thrive in recent years, consistently out-performing the global economy, and 2018 looks to be no exception. We spoke to a number of experts in the industry to find out their opinions on the countries to visit in the year ahead. And so here are 18 
7 of Africa's must-stay private islands
By Laura Burdett-Munns on Oct 12, 2017 in Africa, Featured, Malawi, Mauritius, Regions, Seychelles, Tanzania
There is something particularly romantic about the idea of a deserted island, a place untouched untouched by urbanisation and the hassles of everyday life. Crystal clear waters, white beaches, and peace and quiet beckon. But though a Robinson Crusoe-style shipwreck might appeal to some, most of us prefer to stay with rather more of life’s 
5 African beach paradises you never knew existed
By Laura Burdett-Munns on Aug 30, 2017 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Tanzania
For many of us, paradise equals sunshine, sand, and surf. Cocktails and sunsets are an added bonus. Sun seekers typically head to the Caribbean or Southeast Asia for such pleasures, but if you really want a sublime beachside experiences, and especially one where you’re likely to have the beach to yourself, you need to consider 
