Blue Bay’s unmissable Fête Marie

Blue Bay’s unmissable Fête Marie

Known for its multiculturalism, and the harmonious coexistence of different religions, Mauritius is an exception to the world. Christmas, Cavadee, Eid, Maha Shivaratri: the Mauritian calendar includes 15 public holidays to celebrate each community’s religious...
5 ways to live like a local

5 ways to live like a local

Get up from your deckchair and go and explore the island! Far from the fine sand and closer to local life, you’ll discover the authentic and creative Mauritius we love. The beach is nice, but the rest of Mauritius is amazing! Put on your mobile slippers (traditional...
Exploring Mauritius’ street art

Exploring Mauritius’ street art

From the colourful streets of Port Louis to the vibrant artistic community in Mangalkhan suburbs, there’s creativity wherever you go in Mauritius. And that creativity spills out into the island’s streets. Once dull, grey and dark, our walls are now alive with colour!...
Be swept away by Sega in Mauritius

Be swept away by Sega in Mauritius

Can you hear, in the distance, the rolling of the ravanne? To really understand Mauritius, immerse yourself in the rhythms of the local music – a symbol of the island’s culture. This music emerged before the Creole language, which is now shared by all Mauritians. It...
10 of the best souvenirs to bring home from Mauritius

10 of the best souvenirs to bring home from Mauritius

When you’re on holiday in Mauritius, buying local souvenirs – rather than imported goods – helps the economy and means you take home a more authentic slice of the island with you. We round up 10 of our favourites, made right here on the island. The ravanne If you’re...
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