This new, thoroughly updated tenth edition of Bradts Mauritius, Rodrigues and Réunion remains the most comprehensive English-language guide available and is the only full-blown guide to focus solely on the Mascarene Islands, a place where the dodo once roamed and which today produces exquisite vanilla-flavoured tea. World-leading luxury resorts, excellent beaches, watersports and lively nightlife, weddings and medical tourism, the raw unspoiled beauty of Rodrigues and fascinating birdlife of the Ile aux Cocos nature reserve, world-class hiking through the mountainous interior of Re union and an intriguing blend of European and African culture are all covered.Unlike other guides, Bradts Mauritius includes detailed sections on natural history and conservation for each of the islands, as well as guides to and maps of their nature reserves. The Bradt guide also offers more detailed background information on history, culture and politics, plus fuller information on activities and sights, as well as in-depth coverage of the full range of accommodation and restaurant options, from budget to luxury.Activities for each island are included, covering everything from golf and horse riding to expert analysis of individual dive sites, plus extensive information on flora and fauna. Adventure sports and hiking on Réunion are covered, as is the most recent information on getting married in Mauritius, plus detailed coverage of Mascarene culture. Food, local recipes, language, customs, music and medical tourism are all included, and a language appendix offers useful phrases in Mauritian and Réunionnais Creole. Whether youre planning a honeymoon, fascinated by the wildlife, or just want to relax into uncomplicated island life, the Bradt guide is the ideal companion.

This new, thoroughly updated tenth edition of Bradt's Mauritius, Rodrigues and Réunion remains the most comprehensive English-language guide available and is the only full-blown guide to focus solely on the Mascarene Islands, a place where the dodo once roamed and which today produces exquisite vanilla-flavoured tea. World-leading luxury resorts, excellent beaches, watersports and lively nightlife, weddings and medical tourism, the raw unspoiled beauty of Rodrigues and fascinating birdlife of the Ile aux Cocos nature reserve, world-class hiking through the mountainous interior of Re´union and an intriguing blend of European and African culture are all covered. Unlike other guides, Bradt's Mauritius includes detailed sections on natural history and conservation for each of the islands, as well as guides to and maps of their nature reserves. The Bradt guide also offers more detailed background information on history, culture and politics, plus fuller information on activities and sights, as well as in-depth coverage of the full range of accommodation and restaurant options, from budget to luxury. Activities for each island are included, covering everything from golf and horse riding to expert analysis of individual dive sites, plus extensive information on flora and fauna. Adventure sports and hiking on Réunion are covered, as is the most recent information on getting married in Mauritius, plus detailed coverage of Mascarene culture. Food, local recipes, language, customs, music and medical tourism are all included, and a language appendix offers useful phrases in Mauritian and Réunionnais Creole. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, fascinated by the wildlife, or just want to relax into uncomplicated island life, the Bradt guide is the ideal companion.

Vorwort
. The most comprehensive English-language guide available . Tourism to the islands continues to increase and is higher than ever before . Includes many features which set it apart from other guides: detailed natural history and conservation, guides to nature reserves, in-depth coverage of budget to luxury accommodation . Covers weddings and medical tourism, both increasing market segments About Bradt Travel Guides . Founded in 1974, Bradt is now the largest independent guidebook publisher in the UK with over 200 titles in print . WINNER of the Gold award for Best Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2018 and 2019 . Bradt guides are written by authors who really know their destinations. Many are resident there, or have been visiting regularly over a number of years . Each new Bradt guide is backed by a dedicated press and social media campaign

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By Alexandra Richards

Zusammenfassung
Mauritius Travel Guide - Holiday tips and expert advice on everything from Port Louis, Rodrigues and Réunion highlights to world-class diving and beach resorts. This guide also features suggested itineraries, wedding and honeymoon options, tropical wildlife and flora, hiking and water sports, Grand Baie, Roches Noires, Vieux Grand Port, St-Denis.

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Introduction

PART ONE MAURITIUS: GENERAL INFORMATION

Chapter 1 Background Information

Geography, Climate, Natural history, Nature reserves and conservation, History, Government and politics, Economy, People, Language, Religion, Education, Culture

Chapter 2 Practical Information

When to visit, Highlights, Suggested itineraries, Tourist information, Tour operators, Red tape, Embassies, high commissions and consulates, Getting there and away, Health, Medical tourism, Safety, What to take, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and

drinking, Public holidays and festivals, Shopping, Arts and entertainment, Photography, Media and communications, Business, Cultural etiquette, Travelling positively

Chapter 3 Activities

Spa treatments, Golf, Horse racing, Horseriding, Football, Deep-sea fishing, Watersports, Hiking and adventure sports, Skydiving, Scenic flights

PART TWO MAURITIUS AND ITS DEPENDENCIES

Chapter 4 Port Louis

History, Getting there and away, Orientation, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do

Chapter 5 Northern Mauritius

Baie du Tombeau to Pointe aux Piments, Trou aux Biches to Pointe aux Canonniers, Grand Baie, Pereybère, Cap Malheureux to Grand Gaube, Poudre d'Or to Rivière du Rempart, Northern offshore islands

Chapter 6 Eastern Mauritius

Roches Noires to Belle Mare, Trou d'Eau Douce, South of Trou d'Eau Douce to Bois des Amourettes

Chapter 7 Southern Mauritius

Vieux Grand Port, Mahébourg and around, South of Blue Bay to Souillac, Riambel to Baie du Cap

Chapter 8 Western Mauritius

Le Morne Brabant to Tamarin, Chamarel and surrounds, Wolmar and Flic en Flac to Port Louis

Chapter 9 Central Mauritius

Plaines Wilhems, Moka

Chapter 10 Island Dependencies

Agaléga, St Brandon, Tromelin, The Chagos Archipelago

PART THREE RODRIGUES

Chapter 11 Background Information

Overview, Geography, Natural history and conservation, History and politics, Economy, People, Language and education, Religion, Culture

Chapter 12 Practical Information

Highlights, Tourist information and tour operators, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health and safety, What to take, Money and banking, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Photography, Communications

Chapter 13 Exploring Rodrigues

Port Mathurin, Around Rodrigues

PART FOUR RÉUNION

Chapter 14 Background Information

Geography, Climate, Natural history and conservation, History, Government and politics, Economy, People, Language, Religion, Education, Culture

Chapter 15 Practical Information

When to visit, Highlights, Suggested itineraries, Tourist information, Tour operators, Red tape, Useful contacts, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Travelling with a disability, LGBTQ+ travellers, Travel…