Like a precious jewel set in an azure sea, the beautiful Indian Ocean tropical paradise island of Mauritius calls you to its shores. Here you can bask in the sun on pristine white coral beaches, snorkel and scuba-dive in the crystal clear waters of the lagoon, or, for the more energetic, indulge in one of the many water sports available to you. Explore the four corners of this vibrant island with its colourful Creole speaking people. Wander among the Port Louis market place with its stalls laden with tropical fruits and vegetables. Dance the hours away after a delectable dinner, watch the famous Sega dance, or visit the casino for a game of roulette or blackjack.

Mauritius, or le Maurice as it is known locally, has a colourful history. Originally occupied by the Portuguese in 1507, then the Dutch, the French and the British, the island gained its independence in 1968. Mauritius, once the home of the now extinct Dodo bird, has a cuisine that is based on a mixture of Indian, Creole, Chinese and European foods, but is also by nature of its location heavily dependent on seafood. The islands main crop of sugarcane is the basis of the locally produced rum. Here is an island paradise you will remember forever.