A lovely speck of paradise in the middle of the Indian Ocean roughly the size of Delaware, Mauritius has been drawing visitors for at least a thousand years. (Mark Twain said God modeled heaven on Mauritius). While tourism is the principal industry of Mauritius, the nation has also become a major center of finance for the Southern Hemisphere. English and French are widely spoken and the islands that make up Mauritius have a well-developed tourist infrastructure, a welcoming populace and a vast array of tropical splendor to make most any stay rewarding.
Call the Mauritius Tourist Promotion Authority for assistance in booking your lodgings at 230-210-1545 or book online through their Web site (see Resources below).
Look to the older Chinese section of Port Louis for its lively markets, active nightlife and plentiful older hotels.
Consider the community of Black River on the southeastern coast of Mauritius; the area features a number of self-catering guesthouses that afford the visitor an opportunity to experience Mauritius as the locals do at discount rates.
Look to the Grand Bay district of Northern Mauritius, a short distance from your arrival point in Port Louis. Grand Bay offers scenic ocean views and brilliantly clear water. Because it was the first region of Mauritius to cater to tourists, cheap accommodations can be obtained at the older resorts without sacrificing any of the experience of the island.
Explore the interior of the main island of Mauritius by scheduling a side trip to the Plateau region. Know that Mauritius is an island formed by a long dormant volcano, so the island features verdant mountains and lush vegetation. Book a room at an inn in the Curepipe neighborhood for a great view of the old crater.
Book cheap accommodations in the capital city of Port Louis, since that will likely be your first stop on the main island of Mauritius.
Book a flight on one of the many international carriers that service Mauritius from Africa, Europe and Asia. The principal airport for Mauritius lies in a small town near the capital and largest city of Port Louis and transportation into town is readily available.
Consider a cruise to Mauritius; several lines offer frequent voyages and stop at several ports in the islands.
