Let's face it, the Indian Ocean is one of the best regions for a honeymoon. The presence of some fantastic islands such as the Seychelles or Mauritius and the fabulous weather are just two reasons why Indian Ocean honeymoons are so great. Whether you choose to go on honeymoon to Mauritius or instead opt to visit the Maldives, the Indian Ocean is no doubt ideal for romantic and exotic honeymoons.
If you're equally excited to know more about Indian Ocean honeymoons, visit the STLWeddings website where a great post describing how to plan your Indian Ocean honeymoon has been published. It's incredibly useful if you are planning to visit the area.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
The top 3 dive sites in Mauritius
Mauritius, one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, is an island ideally situated in the Indian Ocean to the west of the African continent. Needless to say, it attracts a huge number of tourists every year and consistently ranks among the best exotic destinations in the world. It is widely known for the beauty of its beaches, its magnificent seas, and a multicultural population where the majority of locals are fluent in both English and French.
However, Mauritius is not just about lying around on the beach and tanning while marveling at the incredible views one can get from the beach, especially at sunset. Indeed, Mauritius is also known as one of the best places for diving. It is one of those few places where both beginners and experts can find perfect sites. This is quite surprising as the island of Mauritius is actually very small but, in spite of this, there is a huge difference in the types of diving sites all around the island. This articles list the top 3 diving sites in Mauritius.
Stella Maru
Stella Maru, which is located in Trou aux Biches, a town in the north part of Mauritius, is usually heralded as the finest diving spot in the island. This is in great part due to the coral reefs that protect the area and also enable it to offer the most striking collection of flora and fauna around the island. It is also worth noting that the Stella Maru is actually a Japanese ship that was wrecked while making its way to Mauritius as part of a trade deal.
The Cathedral
Ideally located off Flic en Flac, one the finest beaches in Mauritius, The Cathedral is the perfect dive site for those who really enjoy exploring the sea while mingling with the most diverse marine animals. Unfortunately, this Mauritius dive site is not really recommended to beginners, but if you are a bit experienced in diving, you should have absolutely no problem diving in the area. The Cathedral is moreover known for the large number of shrimp and crayfish that seemingly never wants to leave the area alone.
Rempart Serpent
As the last part of its name implies, the diving site Rempart Serpent (where the second word literally translated to Snake) feels like a snake as it is over 100 meters long and is very rocky. As such, this Rempart Serpent diving site in Mauritius is exclusively reserved for experts. If you are not experienced enough, you should stay away from this site, as it can be difficult navigating through its rocky patches. However, many hotels do organize trips to this area with a qualified diving expert and it is recommended to check with the latter if you can explore the area as it is simply incredible.
Looking for a hotel Ile Maurice close to the best diving sites in Mauritius? Check out Paradise Cove spa Ile Maurice, the leading boutique hotel in Mauritius.
However, Mauritius is not just about lying around on the beach and tanning while marveling at the incredible views one can get from the beach, especially at sunset. Indeed, Mauritius is also known as one of the best places for diving. It is one of those few places where both beginners and experts can find perfect sites. This is quite surprising as the island of Mauritius is actually very small but, in spite of this, there is a huge difference in the types of diving sites all around the island. This articles list the top 3 diving sites in Mauritius.
Stella Maru
Stella Maru, which is located in Trou aux Biches, a town in the north part of Mauritius, is usually heralded as the finest diving spot in the island. This is in great part due to the coral reefs that protect the area and also enable it to offer the most striking collection of flora and fauna around the island. It is also worth noting that the Stella Maru is actually a Japanese ship that was wrecked while making its way to Mauritius as part of a trade deal.
The Cathedral
Ideally located off Flic en Flac, one the finest beaches in Mauritius, The Cathedral is the perfect dive site for those who really enjoy exploring the sea while mingling with the most diverse marine animals. Unfortunately, this Mauritius dive site is not really recommended to beginners, but if you are a bit experienced in diving, you should have absolutely no problem diving in the area. The Cathedral is moreover known for the large number of shrimp and crayfish that seemingly never wants to leave the area alone.
Rempart Serpent
As the last part of its name implies, the diving site Rempart Serpent (where the second word literally translated to Snake) feels like a snake as it is over 100 meters long and is very rocky. As such, this Rempart Serpent diving site in Mauritius is exclusively reserved for experts. If you are not experienced enough, you should stay away from this site, as it can be difficult navigating through its rocky patches. However, many hotels do organize trips to this area with a qualified diving expert and it is recommended to check with the latter if you can explore the area as it is simply incredible.
Looking for a hotel Ile Maurice close to the best diving sites in Mauritius? Check out Paradise Cove spa Ile Maurice, the leading boutique hotel in Mauritius.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
How to book your 5 star Mauritius hotel without hassle
Mauritius remains a destination that is closely associated with weddings, honeymoons, or more simply the perfect travel spot for many reasons. Among these best reasons are its beaches, which outright rank among the most beautiful in the world, its marvelous climate as a direct result of its position in the Indian Ocean, and the great sights just waiting to be discovered throughout the island. Since Mauritius is one of the most popular and highly sought travel destinations in the world, it is obvious that the number of hotels in the islands has increased with its reputation.
These hotels in Mauritius come in all categories but there is mainly one type that is most often requested by tourists: the 5 star Mauritius hotel. This is quite surprising since the 5 star hotels are usually quite expensive with a couple of those almost exclusively meant for the filthy rich, but the demand for such accommodation is always quite high. Even the current economic conditions have barely dented this demand as Mauritius still enjoys a large tourist intake each year. However, for many tourists, booking these 5 star hotels can be quite problematic as there are tons of factors to take into consideration.
The first important thing to take into account when you book your 5 star Mauritius hotel is its location. Although Mauritius is a very small island and is actually smaller than just London, the north and south coasts of the island come with respective advantages and disadvantages for your accommodation location. This is particularly important for those who enjoy snorkeling as the sites along the north and south costs differ.
Moreover, the north coast is usually busier since a few big towns, a couple of which are exclusively geared to providing entertainment to tourists, are present there. On the other hand, the south coast is ideal for those who are just looking for a relaxing time. The beaches there are less beautiful that those in the north, but that should not detract too much from the overall setting.
To book your 5 star Mauritius hotel without hassle, you must ensure you have carefully weighed all your options. Although two hotels may have the 5 star label, keep in mind that they may nevertheless be quite different in quality, as one Mauritius hotel can be much superior to the other. This will no doubt be reflected in the price though and a quite comparison of each accommodation's rates will help you decide between the two.
To book your Mauritius hotel without hassle, you must also make sure that you have researched it carefully by checking reviews on popular websites such as TripAdvisor and other travel related websites. Simply reading a handful of reviews will suffice to help you select your 5 star hotel. When you are about to book your hotel, ensure that you have all the information you need to finalize your booking such as your check-in and check-out dates, your credit card number if you are paying by card, and other details that may be necessary to complete the booking.
These hotels in Mauritius come in all categories but there is mainly one type that is most often requested by tourists: the 5 star Mauritius hotel. This is quite surprising since the 5 star hotels are usually quite expensive with a couple of those almost exclusively meant for the filthy rich, but the demand for such accommodation is always quite high. Even the current economic conditions have barely dented this demand as Mauritius still enjoys a large tourist intake each year. However, for many tourists, booking these 5 star hotels can be quite problematic as there are tons of factors to take into consideration.
The first important thing to take into account when you book your 5 star Mauritius hotel is its location. Although Mauritius is a very small island and is actually smaller than just London, the north and south coasts of the island come with respective advantages and disadvantages for your accommodation location. This is particularly important for those who enjoy snorkeling as the sites along the north and south costs differ.
Moreover, the north coast is usually busier since a few big towns, a couple of which are exclusively geared to providing entertainment to tourists, are present there. On the other hand, the south coast is ideal for those who are just looking for a relaxing time. The beaches there are less beautiful that those in the north, but that should not detract too much from the overall setting.
To book your 5 star Mauritius hotel without hassle, you must ensure you have carefully weighed all your options. Although two hotels may have the 5 star label, keep in mind that they may nevertheless be quite different in quality, as one Mauritius hotel can be much superior to the other. This will no doubt be reflected in the price though and a quite comparison of each accommodation's rates will help you decide between the two.
To book your Mauritius hotel without hassle, you must also make sure that you have researched it carefully by checking reviews on popular websites such as TripAdvisor and other travel related websites. Simply reading a handful of reviews will suffice to help you select your 5 star hotel. When you are about to book your hotel, ensure that you have all the information you need to finalize your booking such as your check-in and check-out dates, your credit card number if you are paying by card, and other details that may be necessary to complete the booking.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The benefits of spas
The Mauritius hotel Paradise Cove offers a spa service that has been often praised as one of the best in the Indian Ocean. There are many excellent benefits to spas, and their role in recovering from injuries has even led them to be included in athletes preparation in many sports. A great blog post highlighting the benefits of spas (which are sadly often ignored) is on Citizen's Journal and is a great read for those who would like to know more about spas.
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