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What to wear in Mauritius

One of the most challenging parts of preparing for your holiday is knowing what to pack. You can’t take your entire wardrobe halfway across the world with you, but how can you narrow down your choices to just the essentials.

Festivals in Mauritius

Although Mauritius is a small island it has large numbers of Hindu, Christian, Muslim and Buddhist people and its multicultural nature has resulted in a huge number of festivals throughout the year.

Best beaches in Mauritius

With so many beaches how do you choose? There are a few must see shorelines and some have different activities so it will depend on what you want to do, so here is a small rundown of some of the best beaches to visit in Mauritius.

Horse racing in Mauritius

One of the best places to experience the passion for horse racing is on the small island of Mauritius, a country with a colourful and not to mention diverse culture that lies just off the coast of Southeast Africa.

Must see attractions in Mauritius

This Indian Ocean paradise boasts so much more than just relaxation. There’s plenty to see and do, from beautiful botanical gardens and nature reserves, to world-class shopping and fascinating historical sites.

Ask the expats top insider tips for Mauritius

Born in Mauritius, Priscille started to write about her home country when she realised that there was not enough information about Mauritius online. As a Mauritian native, Priscille really is an expert on the island, just take a look.

The culture of cuisine in Mauritius

The island lies in the Indian Ocean, about 1200 miles from the southeast coast of Africa. The main influences on the cuisine of the region come from France, India, China, with some European inspired dishes.

All about the Black River Gorges National Park

Black River Gorges National Park makes up for roughly 5% of the entire Indian Ocean island nation. Famed for not just its unique wildlife, there's also countless vistas, views & waterfalls, making it a must-visit experience on your trip.

The best ways to get around Mauritius

You have probably planned and thought of the things you want to do, and these are most likely to involve travelling around the island, so we have put together some tips on the best ways to get around in Mauritius.

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