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Top 7 tips to celebrate Christmas and New Year in Mauritius

By yuko

Forget about a snowy white Christmas with the temperature dropping down to minus degrees. Christmas in the tropics is all about the sun and the sea fueled by an almost electric holiday spirit that will sway even the most hardened Scrooge. For this reason, Mauritius stands as one of the most popular holiday destinations in November and December. Best of all, the island blooms into life then, offering an assortment of activities and festivals to help you make the most of the holiday spirit. 1. Soak up the Christmas spirit at the malls Even if you’re not planning on doing any shopping, you simply can’t miss a visit to one of the many sprawling malls during the festive season. Indeed, during Christmas and New Year in Mauritius, these malls are exquisitely decorated, with fairy lights and towering Christmas trees- not to mention the occasional Santa walking about handing out candy…

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Vacances Ecologiques à Maurice: les meilleurs conseils pour devenir un voyageur respectueux de l’environnement

By yuko

Nous avons une nouvelle initiative : pour chaque réservation, nous allons planter un arbre en Indonésie. De ce fait, nous souhaitons créer un guide sur les voyages écologiques à Maurice. Ce guide vous aidera à rendre votre voyage beaucoup plus respectueux de l’environnement. En effet, le guide se penche surtout sur votre vol, votre hébergement, vos repas, vos achats et vos activités touristiques. Découvrez ci-dessous nos meilleurs conseils pour un voyage écologique à Maurice ! Avant votre vol pour L’Ile Maurice Avant même de vous envoler pour L’Ile Maurice, il y a certaines mesures que vous pouvez adopter afin de rendre vos vacances encore plus écologiques. De ce fait, assurez-vous de vérifier les points ci-dessous avant de vous envoler vers cette île paradisiaque : Optez pour une crème solaire naturelle : Comme c’est une île tropicale, la crème solaire est cruciale quand vous voyagez à Maurice. Cependant, les écrans solaires…

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Understanding Mauritius weather – The best time to visit Mauritius

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Mauritius brims with sunshine all year long- including winter. With crystal clear lagoons and soft, silky stretches of beaches, this island is an ideal holiday spot especially because of its temperate climate and near-perfect weather conditions. Here’s what you need to know about Mauritius weather to find out the best time for your trip. There are only two seasons in Mauritius: summer and winter. There’s no daylight saving time on the island so you won’t need to reset the clock as the seasons change. Summer in Mauritius Mauritius has a humid and warm summer that normally stretches from November to April. During summer, you can expect temperatures ranging between 24.7 and 29.2 degrees Celcius. February is the hottest month of the year. Do prepare yourself for plenty of humidity, especially between February and March! On the plus side, the island is surrounded by refreshing lagoons in which you can cool…

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Travellers Guide: Tourist-friendly hospitals in Mauritius

By yuko

Healthcare in Mauritius Healthcare is free for the locals. If you don’t have a Mauritian residency, you will need to pay for medical services. Mauritius offers public and private hospitals, which are referred to as ‘clinics’ on the island. The good news is that most of these private hospitals are found in the coastal regions of Mauritius, not far from the majority of tourist areas. Some clinics, such as the Clinique du Nord directly overlooks the beach and offers you a private veranda in front of your room where you can relax and recuperate on your very own stretch of sand. It’s also good to know that all major hotels on the island do provide an on-site doctor. Moreover, several doctors are willing to come directly to your house, hotel or villa. Because of the affordable price tag, plastic surgery and dental work are also in high demand among tourists…

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Le Guide des voyageurs: Hôpitaux touristiques à Maurice

By yuko

La Santé à l’Ile Maurice A l’Ile Maurice, les soins de santé sont gratuits pour les habitants. Cependant, vous devrez payer pour les services médicaux si vous n’avez pas de résidence mauricienne. L’île Maurice propose des hôpitaux publics et privés, appelés «cliniques» sur l’île. La bonne nouvelle est que la plupart de ces hôpitaux privés se situent dans les régions côtières de Maurice, non loin de la majorité des zones touristiques. Certaines cliniques, comme la Clinique du Nord, donnent directement sur la plage et vous offrent une véranda privée devant votre chambre. Vous pourrez ainsi vous détendre et récupérer sur votre propre étendue de sable. Il est également bien de savoir que tous les grands hôtels de l’île offrent un médecin sur place. En outre, plusieurs médecins sont disposés à venir directement à votre maison, hôtel ou villa. En raison du prix abordable, la chirurgie plastique et les soins dentaires…

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Family-friendly Accommodation in Mauritius

By yuko

While Mauritius is one of the world’s smallest islands, it is bustling with culture, charm and the type of scenery that never fails to take your breath away. Thus, this sun-kissed island is one of the most popular destinations for family holidays. Luckily enough, there are plenty of family-friendly accommodation in Mauritius for you to choose. Bur Nas Beach Resort This self-catering holiday apartment is in Peyrebere, a village in the north of Mauritius. The location is superb as the resort is only 10 minutes from the beach. It’s also next to a supermarket, in case you need any last-minute items. This resort has a large swimming pool and waterfall, something that the kids will undoubtedly appreciate. Additionally, it is close to the bustling town of Grand Baie, where families can enjoy the lively Mauritian nightlife. Restaurants, bowling, cinemas, shopping, ice cream, you will find them all in Grand Baie.…

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5 Best budget accommodations in Mauritius

By yuko

Bursting with culture, charm and picturesque scenery, Mauritius has everything to accommodate tourists from all over the world. While it is mainly famous for its luxurious and internationally reputed hotels, Mauritius can also cater to travellers who are on a tight budget. Indeed, the island has plenty of cheaper options. Check out some our round-up of cheap accommodations in Mauritius below! 1. Tyvabro Guesthouse Extremely budget-friendly and comfortable, the Tyvabro Guesthouse is about 7km from the airport. It is quite close to Blue Bay, one of Mauritius’ most scenic beaches. The guesthouse is also close to Mahebourg, a fisherman village where you can buy fresh seafood. This village is also excellent for shopping for souvenirs and other types of local delicacies. Tyvabro Guesthouse is within walking distance to all the major public amenities such as the famous Mahebourg waterfront, bus terminal, shops, banks, markets and restaurants. With a family atmosphere,…

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Les logements accessibles aux fauteuils roulants sur l’île

By yuko

Réputée pour sa verdure luxuriante, ses palmiers et bien sûr ses plages immaculées, l’île Maurice est sans aucun doute l’une des destinations touristiques les plus pittoresques et prisées du monde. Et aspect très important, l’île s’adapte facilement aux besoins des visiteurs qui sont en fauteuil roulant. En effet, la grande majorité des logements à l’île Maurice sont équipés de rampes, vous permettant ainsi de vous déplacer plus facilement. Sofitel Ile Maurice Situé sur la côte sud de l’île, Le Sofitel Île Maurice plonge ses clients dans le coeur de la nature et de l’architecture mauricienne. Élégant et apaisant, ce Sofitel propose différents types de chambres telles que ses célèbres “Chambres Lushury”, “Suites de plage” et “Beach Suites”. Celles-ci sont toutes accessibles en fauteuils roulants cependant si vous le désirez, vous pouvez aussi bénéficier d’une des villas de la structure. Surplombant le lagon turquoise de l’océan Indien, les villas offrent beaucoup plus…

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Cultural Activities in Mauritius

By yuko

Mauritius is a multicultural island. You will find locals of various backgrounds as well as immigrants from all over the world here. As a result, the island is bursting with cultural activities that will help you discover Mauritius in its truest form. If you feel like it, don’t hesitate to go out of your comfort zone and try typical cultural activities in Mauritius. Sega Nights Credit: Jenny Mealing on Flickr Mauritius is famous for its rhythmic Sega songs and dances. In colonial times, the Sega was slaves’ only means of entertainment and solace. While original Sega songs had a more mournful rhythm, modern tunes feature happy and carefree notes. At the very heart of Mauritian culture, Sega songs are often accompanied by the traditional beat of handmade instruments. From the traditional “Tabla” to the “Ravanne”, the fusion of music will have you singing along in no time. Luckily enough, almost every…

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Wheelchair-Friendly Accommodation in Mauritius

By yuko

Mauritius easily adapts itself to visitors who are wheelchair-bound. Many villas, bungalows and hotels provide wheelchair access and there is adequate space to move around. Looking for a wheelchair-friendly accommodation in Mauritius? We’ve done a round-up for you. So Sofitel Mauritius One of the most luxurious resorts on the south coast island, So Sofitel Mauritius is entirely wheelchair accessible. With stunning Thai architecture, this hotel is equipped with a dedicated team to cater to your needs. Indeed, even if a guest is wheelchair-bound, the staff can assist as the guest enjoys the beach, the sea and even boat trips in the lagoon. Elegant and soothing, So Sofitel offers different types of accommodation such as its famous “Lushury Rooms”, “Beach Suites” and the “Beach Suites Family”. The Residence Mauritius One of the most comfortable and affordable hotels on the island, The Residence Mauritius is also wheelchair-friendly. If you ever require any…