With its long stretches of gorgeous beaches, lush tropical gardens, rich history, diverse cultures, modern conveniences, and friendly and helpful locals, the island of Mauritius is undeniably one of the world's best holiday destinations. The island is located off the African coast and surrounded by the southwestern arm of the Indian Ocean. The government is democratic and the currency is the Mauritian Rupee (Rs). One Euro is roughly equivalent to 41 Rs and one dollar is about 32 Rs. Mauritius is served by several airlines and has more than 30 flights a week from and to major European cities. This simply means that it would be easy and enjoyable to plan all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius.
Different types of all inclusive holidays
All Inclusive Beach Escape
The white-sand beaches are incomparable and the only reason needed for beach escapes, Mauritius-style. The beaches, together with decadently relaxing spa services, are the primary magnets of people who take all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius. But tourists must remember that nudism is not warmly welcomed on this island. This attitude against topless sunbathing and nude swimming is said to be due to the strong influence of the Hindu religion.
Environmental Trips
The fact that the island is the home of the Dodo, a flightless bird that became extinct during the 17th century, is just one of the reasons for planning an environmental conservation theme for all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius. The other reasons include the volcanic origins of the land and the tropical forests that shelter flora and fauna that are unique and endemic to the island. Environmentalists might also be interested in the effects of cyclones and anticyclones that occur in the region.
History Holidays
The history of Mauritius is rich and fascinating. The Arabs already knew the island during the 10th century, but it was Pedro Mascarenhas, a Portuguese navigator, who claimed its discovery in 1505 and established the earliest settlers. Then, the Dutch occupied Mauritius for more than two centuries. The French occupation followed and Mauritius was an active participant during the Napoleonic Wars. In 1814, the island was ceded to the British government and finally, the Mauritius became independent on the 12th of March in 1968. All of these interesting facts, and many more, will attract history buffs and will make the all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius historically meaningful.
Shopping Excursions
There are numerous shopping centers and duty-free shops in Mauritius. The serious shoppers, who has embarked upon an all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius, will find the island a veritable nirvana. Some of centers to explore are the Happy World House, the Orchard Center, the Caudan, the Floreal Square, and the Curepipe. When planning the shopping excursions, the tourists should note that shopping hours are usually from Monday to Saturday, from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm. The shops in Curepipe, Rose-Hill, and Quatre-Bornes are closed on Thursday afternoons. And the government charges a value added tax of 15% on all goods and services.
Romantic Getaways
Mauritius offers one of the world's most romantic locations for weddings and honeymoons. Most hotels offer discounted packages and detail planning for such all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius. The wedding can be private or grand. It can be on the beach, under the sea, or simply inside a hotel resort. The only thing needed, according to the country's Marital Status Act, is to post marriage banns the day before.
Deep Sea Expeditions
For deep sea diving enthusiasts, they will be glad to know that Mauritius' sea territory is protected by coral reefs. This means that the aquatic life is utterly abundant and diverse, including the yellow tuna, the emperor, the pelerin, the barracuda, and the bonitos. Mauritius is known for its fishing records, such as the 1,115-pound mako shark, the 400-pound blue shark, and the 224-pound white tuna. And Mauritius organizes the competitions for deep-sea fishing, including the Marlin World Cup. If the deep-sea drivers are interested to swim among the gigantic blue marlins, they should plan their all-inclusive holidays in Mauritius from November to May.