Mauritius Named Best Island Destination

Recently I was  doing some research on Mauritius and came accross an article that read that Mauritius had been named Best Island Destination by QTravel magazine. Out of 12 different categories (national destination, international destination, island, gastronomic destination, gayfriendly destination, spa…etc), Mauritius was named the winner for the island category after the 2 400 voting sheets that had been received and counted. Unfortunately, as I always enjoy reading these results, the article did not specify which countries won the other categories, but at the time the of the voting QTravel, based in Barcelona, was known to deal with the best travel destinations- all time favorites, destinations which would suit the new types of travelers. Its main target being the young, trendy, open-minded and modern traveler. After the facts, it is easy to say that the results of the above mentioned votes were not surprising when you take into account that the "magical island" Mauritius, is famed as a honeymoon hotspot.  In the article there were plenty of things mentioned that one could see and do and a few recommendations which I have listed below:

Beachcomber Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa

RELAX ON THE BEACHES
This 600 acre island is easily accessible by boat and although it may be crowded on a hot day, the blue lagoon and the wonderful views over the island of Mauritius make it all worth it.

5* Hotels, WEDDINGS AND HONEYMOONS,

Mauritius is one of the top destinations in the world for wedding and honeymoon packages. Over 1500 couples visit the island a year to tie the knot on its romantic beaches. The reason for it’s growing popularity lies in the 5-star hotels that make Mauritius a luxurious getaway. 

GO DEEP SEA FISHING
It has been said that Mauritius is indeed an angler's paradise with an exotic variety of game fishes on offer. The waters of Mauritius are home to a large variety of marine fauna, such as marlins, sharks, tuna and sailfish. You may be lucky enough to even catch a range of sharks that live in the Mauritius waters! Deep-sea fishing goes on throughout the year in Mauritius, but the best season is from October to April, especially for those of you who are on the lookout for marlins.
For more information visit www.blackriver-mauritius.com

TAKE A DIVE

Known as the land of surf and sun, Mauritius has a wide range of water sport activities that can keep you busy including snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, indsurfing, jet skiing, and diving. Under sea jet skis take you up close and personal with Mauritius’ beautiful underwater corals, wrecks, coves, and even an opportunity to feed the fish.
For more information visit www.blue-safari.com

TOUR THE ILE AUX AIGRETTES
Conservation of wildlife is at the forefront of the Mauritian people and the Ile Aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve is one of the most important environmental projects in the country. Plants and animals that the human settlers introduced have been replaced with native species. Animals such as the rare pink pigeon and the giant aldabra tortoise roam the forests of Ile Aux Augrettes. Although it is extinct, the dodo bird is used as motivation for the people of Mauritius to preserve the land.
For more information visit www.mauritian-wildlife.org

VISIT LE DOMAINE LES PAILLES
The golden age of sugar was in the 19th century when Mauritius became the biggest producer in the British empire. Now, covering more than 40% of the island, sugar has successfully fuelled the Mauritius industry for 300 years. Located right outside of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius, Domane Les Pailles is a replica of a sugar estate, which has been transformed into a major tourist attraction. Here you can see how sugar was produced in the 18th century at an ox-driven mill. You can also try some of Mauritius’ home brewed Cane Rum deriving straight from the sugar grown on the many different plantations across the island.
 

Maria