Holiday Tips For Mauritius

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There are a few points of note before setting off on your vacation to Mauritius. While the country is generally safe and pleasant you should be aware of the following:

Visas: Many countries including UK, USA and India have an agreement with Mauritius so their citizens do not require a visa. However, you should check with the Mauritius embassy in your home country to check if you need a visa for your stay.

Travel Insurance: It’s always a good idea to take out some travel insurance before any trip. You can get hold of some reasonably cheap travel insurance deals online for single trips – you can choose the level of coverage but be sure to check out the finer details before accepting any policy. At the very least you will want to cover health costs should anything happen while you’re out there.

Vaccinations: You should check with your doctors clinic to see what the latest situation is with regard to getting covered for your holiday to Mauritius.

What To Bring: Mauritius enjoys a beautiful sunny climate all year round, so it’s important to bring the correct clothes. If you intend to spend a lot of time at the beach then you should pack appropriate beachwear such as shorts and t-shirts. Sunglasses are also a must, and you should also bring sun-cream and mosquito repellent. Some of the bigger and more luxurious Mauritius holiday resorts do spray for mosquitos regularly, but if you’re on a budget trip at a small guest house then repellent is crucial.

Dressing Sensibly: Mauritius is a fairly reserved country, so be careful not to flaunt yourself when out and about. Bikini’s should be reserved for the beach only, and you may wish to dress conservatively when out and about in the streets. Generally, a smart casual approach is the way to go.

Carrying Money: While you can get by on your credit card (visa and mastercard are widely accepted), travellers checks are also a very good option, as some card crime has been known to happen. The major Mauritius holiday resorts such as Hilton and co offer facilities to exchange travel checks (the most popular travel check currencies are Sterling, US Dollar and Euro). There are also a fair number of banks and ATMs in Mauritius so getting hold of your money should not be a major problem.

How To Shop: Good bargainers can pick up some good deals, especially in the Markets of Mauritius (such as Port Louis). You shouldn’t feel worried to knuckle down to some hard bargaining, especially when there are no clear prices marked on goods.

Diving, Surfing & Snorkelling: If you enjoy the odd bit of diving or snorkelling on holiday, you’ll have a good time in Mauritius. Most areas offer wonderful clear blue waters and some exciting marine life and corals. You should enquire with your Mauritius resort as to what your best options are – many of the top and mid range Mauritius holiday resorts offer good diving and snorkelling facilities, and there are independent diving areas also available at various locations.

Travelling With Kids: Children are generally well received in most Mauritius holiday resorts. In fact many of the top and mid range holiday resorts have dedicated kids clubs with plenty of activities for the children.

Making International Phone Calls: You should remember that making international phone calls from most hotels are sinfully expensive. There are many public payphones available throughout Mauritius so you should plan to call from outside your hotel resort if you’re on a budget. Alternatively, if you have a mobile and have a roaming account set-up you can also use your cell to make calls.