Why do people love Mauritius?

With its long stretches of powder-white beaches, turquoise waters and luxury resorts, Mauritius is the perfect place for a honeymoon vacation or to complement a southern Africa safari. The interior of the island offers breathtaking mountainous scenery and almost year-round sunshine.



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Mauritius is famous for the Dodo (an extinct flightless bird the size of a swan), a multicultural population, incredible expensive resorts (up to $600 a night and more) the island caters for the more wealthy customers, Mauritius rum, sugar and fruit jams, the Seven Coloured Earths, an underwater waterfall, the Giant ...

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Two-thousand miles southeast of the coast of Madagascar, in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean lies the small tropical island of Mauritius. It's a destination well known by European travelers but not frequented by Americans. But that should change, because Mauritius is an ideal getaway for a luxury beach vacation.

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In short, Mauritius has cheaper accommodations and expensive flights. The Maldives has cheaper flights and extremely expensive accommodations.

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However, from the cultural viewpoint, the city of Bali will take the lead and offer some of the most beautiful monuments and ancient buildings.

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Mauritius has depth of character to go with its good looks. Its rugged interior, fascinating towns and intriguing cultural and culinary mix combine to make this so much more than just a world-class beach destination.

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Overall, the countries that score highest as friendly towards girls are Mauritius, Tunisia, South Africa, Seychelles, Algeria, Cabo Verde and Namibia. The index details how the laws and policies in African states protect the rights and interests of girls.

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This fantastic beach destination is also rich in natural beauty. Surrounded by lush forest, volcanic mountains, unique wildlife and so much more, Mauritius is not only a perfect destination for adventure lovers, but is also incredibly photogenic.

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Keep copies of important documents, including passports, separately. There have been reports of burglaries at villas where tourists have been staying. Make sure accommodation and hotel rooms are secure. Avoid renting accommodation that isn't registered with the Mauritius Tourism Authority.

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Couples: Either country makes a great choice for a honeymoon or romantic vacation, depending on what you consider romantic. If you like to be kept busy, doing lots of activities together, head to Mauritius. If you'd prefer the tranquility and privacy of a more exclusive, untouched destination, choose Seychelles.

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Mauritius can be very expensive if you stick to the hotels, especially 4 star upwards. Supermarket prices are the same as here, and rising with oil prices, so even basics are not as cheap as they were. A lot of people on the forum complain about the rip off prices in euros that hotels charge, and they are right.

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Which is better Bali or Mauritius or Maldives? Among Bali, Mauritius, and Maldives, Bali has always been the ideal option for a vacation. It is not only a honeymoon destination but also a family place where one can enjoy to the fullest. On the other hand, Maldives is one of the most expensive options among the three.

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They are both great so it depends on what you would like to do. Mauritius has pretty beaches (not always the most natural) & Zanzibar has beautiful beaches , good snorkeling too. Do you want an island escape or some nightlife? There are lovely islands like Pemba that are great too.

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When is the Best Time to Go to Mauritius? The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. Expect some of Africa's best beaches, fresh seafood and long, sundrenched days on a Mauritius holiday. The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.

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Which is better place for honeymoon Bali or Mauritius? It is basically on the couple and what they want. If you want a lot of fun but not spend a fortune then Bali is the better option but if you want a relaxed laid back vibe then Mauritius is where you should be headed to.

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Depending on the age demographics in your family, and what's on the to-do-list. If nature is a must, Mauritius is the place to be. If shopping & architectural awe is a must, Singapore.

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You are correct in that Thailand is a cheaper place to visit than Mauritius but as stated there are plenty of good hotels with a range of prices to choose from.

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You are correct in that Thailand is a cheaper place to visit than Mauritius but as stated there are plenty of good hotels with a range of prices to choose from.

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Which is better, Mauritius or Maldives? While both Maldives and Mauritius are equally good to visit, both have their share of attractions and activity options. Mauritius being closer to Europe experiences more international tourists, due to which it has some very well developed tourist amenities.

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Generally I'd say Mauritius for the beaches, hotels and scenery and Phuket for the nightlife. If you're willing to pay for a top hotel in Phuket with a private villa and then travel in Patong for the nightlife then that might be a better option. I've been to both.

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