If you've ever had postcards from Mauritius in your mailbox, you know that you can find them here, miles and miles of pristine palm beaches, just like in a picture book.
The 40 by 60 kilometer island in the Indian Ocean belongs to the Mascarenes. The brilliant white beaches are fringed by one of the world's largest coral reefs and shelter snorkeling enthusiasts and many species of fish from the open sea. Mauritius' volcanic origins make for picturesque inland hills covered by lush rainforests. Fertile soils allow for the cultivation of a variety of local produce on site.
Seit Mauritius’ Entdeckung durch die Europäer im 16. Jahrhundert wechselten sich über Jahrhunderte hinweg die Kolonialmächte ab. Es trafen französische, afrikanische, chinesische und kreolische Kulturen aufeinander, die das Land mit ihren verschiedenen Lebensformen und Sprachen prägten. Die bunte Mischung macht Mauritius heute zu einer der tolerantesten und gastfreundlichsten Destinationen auf der Welt.
On the northeastern side of the island is the One&Only Le Saint Gérain. The location on a private peninsula ensures a particularly high level of exclusivity. Water sports range from kite surfing and water skiing to extensive diving excursions at the hotel's dive center. The spa is definitely worth a visit: while the kids romp around in the best kids' club on the island, the adults can relax with a deep massage. Alternatively, the resort also offers the possibility of a bonding experience par excellence: with the parent-child massage, even the very young can relax in a big way.
One&Only Le Saint Gérain
Pointe de Flacq, Poste de Flacq 41518, Mauritius
Tel: +230 401 1688
Web: oneandonlyresorts.com
Price: Doubles from € 782 per person
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