Indian Ocean

Mauritius

Mauritius has a rich history shaped by Dutch, French, and British colonial rule, with a multicultural society blending Indian, African, Chinese, and European roots.

Indian Ocean

Heritage & geography

Mauritius has a rich history shaped by Dutch, French, and British colonial rule, with a multicultural society blending Indian, African, Chinese, and European roots. Its heritage includes temples, sugar estates, and Creole traditions. Geographically, it’s a lush island in the Indian Ocean with beaches, mountains, and coral reefs.

Experiences

Leisure travelers enjoy snorkeling, hiking, cultural tours, and scenic drives. Highlights include Chamarel, Grand Baie, and botanical gardens. Business visitors benefit from Mauritius’s stable economy, financial services, and growing tech sector.

Where to stay

Mauritius offers luxury beachfront resorts, boutique hotels, eco-lodges, and guesthouses. Coastal areas like Flic-en-Flac and Belle Mare feature world-class hospitality, while inland stays offer nature and tranquility.

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Getting there

Flying in

Airlines operating to Mauritius include:

British Airways
Emirates
Air Mauritius
Kenya Airways
SWISS
Saudia
Lufthansa
Turkish Airlines
FlySafair
Malaysia Airlines
Condor
Air India
Discover Airlines
Air Austral
Air France

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