Mauritius
Star of the Indian Ocean
The Island of Mauritius is a sought-after holiday and honeymoon destination, offering safe beaches, gentle seas and a mild tropical climate. Popular holiday activities include diving, deep sea fishing and golf, but for many the attraction is simply the chance to unwind on a beautiful tropical beach.
Mauritius Overview
The tropical Island of Mauritius lies in the Indian Ocean about 550 miles east of Madagascar.
A popular holiday destination, Mauritius has a number of ultra-luxurious resort style hotels which offer accommodation and facilities of international standard, yet offer guests a personal welcome and exceptional levels of service.
Holiday activities available on Mauritius include diving, deep sea fishing and golf - there a number of 18 hole courses on the island, including two championship courses at Belle Mare Plage.
However, for many holidaymakers it is the inactivity of relaxing on a beautiful, sandy beach with occasional dips in the warm azure waters of the Indian Ocean that is the main attraction.
Key Points
- Officially known as the Republic of Mauritius, the island nation includes, in addition to Mauritius itself, the islands of St. Brandon, Rodrigues and the Agalega Islands
- In the late 16th century, Mauritius was named in honour of Prince Maurice of Nassau, a Dutch nobleman who carried the grandiose title The Stadtholder of the Netherlands
- Mauritius was the only known habitat of the Dodo bird, which was driven to extinction by early settlers
- In 1847, Mauritius became the fifth country in the world to issue postage stamps
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