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MALDIVES

Legend has it that a prince and his wife, the daughter of the King of today’s Sri Lanka, stopped at Raa Atoll during a voyage and were invited to stay as rulers.  Later King Koimala and his wife settled in Male with permission of the Giraavaru tribe, the aboriginal tribe of Kaafu atoll. Nowadays Giraavaru people are still easily recognisable through their clothes and hairstyle, but only a few hundred of them are left and were resettled in Male in 1978. Their island, Giraavaru has been transformed into a tourist resort. Aryans from India and Sri Lanka are believed to have settled in the Maldives from 1500 BC onwards - according to latest archaeological findings. Elu, an archaic form of Sinhala (spoken in Sri Lanka) shows great similarities to Dhivehi. As a favourite stop-over on the busy trade routes, the Maldives have had many visitors and influences, trading with Arabia, China and India with coconut, dried fish and above all the precious cowry shell, a small white shell found on the beach, used as currency in countries near the Indian Ocean. These shells were found as far away as Norway or West Africa showing the extent of the trade relations of the Maldives.

The Republic of Maldives is a chain of 1,190 coral islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka. The archipelago of the Maldives is 80 - 120 kilometres (50 - 75 miles) wide, stretching 860 kilometres (540 miles). The Maldives are considered one of the top ten diving spots in the world; with almost 99% of the country being ocean, it is one of the most aquatic nations.

Resorts in the Maldives woo tourists with promises of 'the last paradise on earth', and if your idea of paradise is a pristine tropical island with swaying palm trees, pure white beaches and brilliant turquoise lagoons, then the Maldives will not disappoint.

Soneva Fushi Resort & Spa - 5 Star Deluxe

Location:

Soneva Fushi, in the North Baa Atoll region of the Maldives, is the ultimate island experience. A little off the beaten track, the adventure begins with a thirty-minute seaplane journey from Male'.

Soneva Fushi Resort, the first "Robinson Crusoe" style hideaway in the Maldives, is set on the privately owned, uninhibited, tropical paradise island of Kunfunadhoo.  Just 65 residences on an island surrounded by a coral lagoon. A community offering ‘Intelligent Luxury’ in which guests can do a host of activities, or nothing at all. Furnishings that reflect the rustic theme of a designer tropical escape.

Accommodation:

Each villa has the luxuries found in the best hotels. However, whilst offering all these modern day facilities, the utmost care has been given to make the resort environment-friendly, and to reflect the dream of a Robinson Crusoe experience. Thus, the hairdryer is hidden in the drawer of a coconut wood desk; the minibar, safe, and quadraphonic hi-fi are concealed behind rattan; the TV and VCR are delivered in a water hyacinth basket.

The Villas are placed so that your very own stretch of white sand beach is just a few steps away. There is dense vegetation in between each villa creating patios and gardens for secluded enjoyment. A favourite pastime is to lie looking out to sea contemplating the beauty of nature. Each bathroom opens onto a private garden. In the Crusoe Villas, an open staircase leads to the upstairs bedroom.

Facilities:

• Six Senses Spa (Conde Nast awards for top Spas in 2003)
• Laundry
• Internet terminals
• Safety deposit
• Library
• Fax facility
• Fitness centre
• Jogging
• Canoes
• Watersports
• PADI diving

Dining:

• Main Six Senses Restaurant
• Me Dhuniye Restaurant
• The Main Bar
• The Wine Cellar
• Desert Island Picnic
• Sunrise breakfast
• Mihiree Mitha Lunch
• Villa dining

Four Seasons Kuda Huraa Resort - 5 Star Deluxe

Location:

Hide away in Maldivian seclusion, within thatched beachside or water bungalows on our private island; or aboard the Four Seasons Explorer catamaran, which can spirit you to untouched atolls for luxurious days and nights. Rainbow reefs teem with brilliant fish. Renewal beckons in the open-air, island spa. A trillion stars light your dinner. Every view enfolds the ocean. Every minute is pure Four Seasons.

Accommodation:

Exotic, thatched bungalows and spacious villas accommodate guests at Four Seasons Resort Maldives. Beach bungalows and villas line the white sand beach, while water bungalows and villas are built on columns over the lagoon. 106 beautifully appointed bungalows and villas, including 38 exotic water bungalows and 26 beach bungalows with private plunge pools.
Bungalows:
Cosy, comfortably appointed Beach Bungalows feature a private deck with views of the surrounding vegetation, and offer one king bed or two single beds. Beach Bungalows with Pool offer more expansive outdoor living spaces, with the luxury of a private plunge pool and an outdoor shower. Water Bungalows include a spacious bedroom and sitting area, a secluded verandah for sunbathing and steps down to the clear water of the lagoon.

Villas:
Water villas offer a separate living room, bedroom and two full bathrooms. These villas feature a furnished verandah with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, steps down into the water and a private outdoor shower. The exceptionally large Kuda Huraa Beach Villa includes a luxuriously appointed living room, two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and dressing area, and a spacious wooden deck with a private plunge pool.
Four Seasons Explorer Cabins:
Cabins on the Four Seasons Explorer catamaran are bright and airy. All cabins are air-conditioned and include a full ensuite bathroom. State Rooms feature two twin beds which can be converted into a king bed, while the elegant Explorer Suite offers a king bed, a living area with day bed and couch and an indoor dining area.

Facilities:

• Island Spa
• Body treatments
• Main pool
• Children's pool
• Air conditioned fitness room
• PADI diving
• Snorkelling
• Watersports
• Cruises
• Big game fishing

Dining:

• Baraabaru
• Reef Club
• Cafe Huraa
• Nautilus Lounge
• Poolside bar
• In-room dining

Huvafen Fushi Resort & Spa - 5 Star Deluxe

Location:

The name says it all; in fact, Huvafen means dream and in blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, this incredible resort really is a complete escape from reality.

Set within it's own Lagoon, Huvafen Fush Spa Resort is a wonderland, where the landscape above and below the water line is an attraction in itself. Managing company Per Aquum is dedicated to delivering an experience beyond each guest’s wildest dreams while remaining dedicated to the sustainable development of the natural resources of the Maldives. Huvafen fushi Spa Resort located at North Male Atoll, and is a breathtaking 30 minute luxury speedboat ride from the Male’ International Airport. After being greeted by your island host on arrival, a quick cruise skimming across the azure Indian Ocean will prepare you for a magnificently sensual escape into paradise.

Accommodation:

44 ‘naturally modern’ bungalows, each room type showcasing its own distinctive design. All equipped with air-conditioning, oversized beds, Frette linen and their very own private oasis with a freshwater pool.

Each Beach Bungalow has its own private beach. An internal pathway leads to all facilities and guest bungalows, ensuring maximum privacy for all guests. Ocean and Lagoon Bungalow guests will enjoy stepping straight down into the crystal clear water from their private deck. Our pure white sand islet 'Loabi Finolhu' or Love Island is accessible by luxury dhoni. Beach bungalows have the following facilities; with Jacuzzi Pool - 100 sqm :Facing the pristine lagoon, Beach Bungalows offer Overhead Fan, Espresso Machine, Private Bar, L'Occitane amenities, open-air Bathroom, Sala Day Beds, Hidden Safe, IDD Telephone, Oversized King Bed, Frette 300 thread count Linen, 40" Plasma Screen, Bose Surround System with DVD player.

Facilities:

• Diving centre
• Underwater Spa (First of its kind in the world)
• Watersports centre
• Infinity swimming pool
• Outdoor saltwater flotation pool
• Poolside services
• Butler services
• Library
• Yoga Pavillion
• Fully equipped gymnasium
• Sunset fishing
• Big game fishing
• Sand bank snorkelling
• Island doctor on call

Dining:

• Celcius Restaurant
• Blue (first underwater spa in the Maldives)
• Underground wine cellar
• 24 Hour in-bungalow dining
  

Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa Rangali Island - 5 Star

Location:

Discover barefoot luxury at the award-winning Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa, set on 2 private islands among miles of idyllic white-sand beach and unspoilt coral reef. Arrive in style in a seaplane over the lagoon, eat at the world's only underwater restaurant and indulge in luxurious spa therapies.

Accommodation:

Beach Villa:
Experience a taste of the tropics in one of the light and spacious Beach Villas, with up to 300 square metres of luxurious living space. Rejuvenate in the garden bathroom or step out onto the terrace to take in the magnificent sea view.

Deluxe Beach Villas benefit from a private landscaped garden and personal plunge pool with jets. Villas are decorated in an attractive local style, complemented by sumptuous Frette pillows and Molton Brown toiletries.

Spa Villa:
Part of the stunning Spa Retreat, each spacious Spa Villa, built on stilts over the ocean, boasts ocean views from all windows, a private treatment room, a magnificent over-sized outdoor bath tub and sun deck. Dine on a full-board basis in the Mandhoo Spa restaurant, enjoy daily treatments in the Spa Retreat, fresh juices and fruit, lifestyle consultations and use of the gym.

Water Villa:
These elegant, self-contained Water Villas each offer a private teak sun deck with sweeping sea views and access to the lagoon and beach. Ranging up to 150m²/1,615sq.ft in size, the villas are built on stilts over pristine waters and boast ocean-view bathtubs and magnificent living areas with local-style wooden interiors and oak floors. Superior and Deluxe Water Villas also have a Jacuzzi on the sun deck.

Facilities:

• Luxury spa therapies
• Pristine beach
• Snorkelling
• Scuba diving
• Water skiing
• Jet skiing
• Windsurfing
• Sailing
• Paddle tennis table
• Jogging track
• Sightseeing tours
• Pool table
• Guest laundry service
• Gift shop
• Concierge desk
• Clothing store

Dining:

• Atoll Market Restaurant (lagoon views)
• Ithaa Undersea Restaurant (world's only aquarium style restaurant)
• Koko Grill Restaurant (Japanese cuisine)
• Mandhoo Spa Restaurant
• Sunset Bar & Grill (seafood specialties)
• The Wine Cellar
• Vilu Restaurant
• Rangali Bar
• Vilu Bar
• The Wine Bar
• Room service

Seychelles:

The Republic of Seychelles is an archipelago nation of 158 islands in the Indian Ocean, some 1,600 km east of mainland Africa, northeast of the island of Madagascar.

Other nearby island countries and territories include Zanzibar to the west, Mauritius and Reunion to the south, Comoros and Mayotte to the southwest, and the Suvadives of the Maldives to the northeast.

While Austronesian seafarers or Arab traders may have been the first to visit the uninhabited Seychelles, the first recorded sighting of them took place in 1505, by the Portuguese. As a transit point for trading between Africa and Asia, they were occasionally used by pirates until the French began to take control of the islands starting in 1756, naming them after Jean Moreau de Sechelles, the then French finance minister.

Seychelles is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites run by the Seychelles Islands Foundation. They are the island of Aldabra, which is the world's largest raised coral atoll and also the Vallee de Mai on Praslin island, billed as the original site of the Garden of Eden. The Cousin Island Special Reserve, purchased by Royal Society for Nature Conservation in 1968 and managed by Nature Seychelles, is an internationally-known bird and marine sanctuary which has won several awards for conservation and ecotourism.

Seychelles has six national marine parks including the St. Anne National Marine Park located adjacent to the capital, Port Victoria which are managed by the government parastatal, Marine Parks Authority. Much of the land territory (about forty percent) and a substantial part of the coastal sea around Seychelles are protected as National Parks, including Marine Parks, and Reserves.

Several private island owners, especially those with up market hotel resorts, have collaborated with the government and NGOs to restore island habitats and to re-introduce threatened species. These islands include Fregate, Denis, North Island and Cousine. The management of these islands now employ full time conservation officers and fund conservation programmes. The island restoration program has now been taken to the outer islands by the Island Conservation Society.  

North Island Resort - 5 Star Deluxe

Location:

North Island, Seychelles is one of forty inner granitic islands of the Seychelles that are located around the two main islands of Mahe and Praslin. North Island provides a sanctuary for guests seeking an unspoilt tropical haven of peace and tranquillity.

North Island offers four beaches that are located at each end of the compass and is able to ensure a wonderful year-round tropical beach and island experience.

Accommodation:

Each of the 11 exquisitely designed villas have their own private pool, a central dining room, lounge and library. These guest villas have been lovingly hand crafted on the island from wood, local stone and glass with thatched "ylang ylang" roofs. With a footprint of over 450m²each villa is completely self-contained and comprise a luxuriously proportioned bedroom, writing and change room area with a huge en-suite bathroom with a Balinese marble bath and an outside shower.

Air-conditioning, overhead "punkah punkah" fans and fully retracting sliding windows provide a cosseting environment for the enjoyment of balmy ocean breezes.

An additional study or bedroom is equipped with a DVD/CD system, internet access and can also be used to accommodate children. The kitchen leads off the expansive sun deck and covered lounge area. A private plunge pool and sala completes your sanctuary on North Island.

Facilities:

• World class dive centre
• Luxury spa
• Swimming pool
• Body treatments & holistic therapies
• Gym
• Snorkelling
• Pristine island beaches
• Deep sea fishing & fly fishing
• Yacht charter
• Sailing
• Boat trips
• Mountain biking
• Hiking trails
• Island buggies
• Conservation projects
• Library

Dining:

• Dining Room
• Picnics
• Personal butler service
• In-room dining
  

Banyan Tree Seychelles - 5 Star

Location:

Banyan Tree Seychelles is nestled in the Intendance Bay on Mahe Island, 30 minutes by car from Mahe International Airport and 45 minutes from the capital, Victoria. Mahe offers the perfect introduction to the Seychelles with its steep mountain backbone, slopes carpeted with lush tropical vegetation and sweeping coastline fringed by palm trees. The resort covers an area of approximately 117 hectares on the island's southwestern coastline with a fabulous beach frontage of 800 metres overlooking what has been described as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world.

Accommodation:

Hillside Pool Villa:
If you prefer an elevated position high on the hill with glorious ocean views and serene rainforest all around, the Hillside Pool Villa is the perfect choice. Its inspired architecture and interior furnishings reflect the natural style of the Seychelles through the use of indigenous materials. A small private swimming pool, veranda with sun loungers and open-air pavilion invite you to let the world pass by while spending leisurely days taking in the panoramic environment. Amidst the canopy of sheltering trees privacy and tranquility are easily found.

Pool Villa By-the-Rocks:
The Pool Villa By-the-Rocks is evidence that nature is the world’s greatest architect. Surrounded by the ocean and a sea of artistically shaped boulders, this villa lets you hear the white surf gushing over the rocks and have sumptuous meals while gazing at the waves in their natural splendour. From your private pool, jet pool and living pavilion this spectacle is a magnificent sight to behold and hypnotizes you with its rhythmic play of the elements.

Beachfront Spa Pool Villa:
At the Beachfront Spa Pool Villa the pervasive esprit of the Seychelles fills the air. You can't fail to be enchanted by the sights and sounds of the ocean – from the powerful swell of the sea breaking on the shore to the refreshing breeze.

The one-bedroom villa is extremely luxurious and spacious; giving you the convenience of a private swimming pool, massage pavilion, sprawling veranda, outdoor jet pool and steam room. Local artist George Camille was commissioned to produce unique art pieces based on the legendary coco-de-mer, the world’s largest nut, adding to the exotic splendor of these romantic villas. A delightful villa garden offers direct access to the silky soft beach.

Intendance Pool Villa:
From the spacious terrace of the three exclusive Intendance Pool Villas, you can enjoy a stunning bird's eye view of the Indian Ocean, Intendance Bay and the lush tropical mountain greenery surrounding Banyan Tree Seychelles. Featuring both a private jet pool and swimming pool, a set of walkways and stairs connects your villa, living pavilion and pool with a separate sundeck and jet pool – set at different levels into the hill in between imposing granite rocks.

Breathtaking views are the trademark of the lofty Intendance Pool Villa, which has been inspired by the exotic charm and elegance of local colonial architecture. For spa aficionados one Intendance Pool Villa on top of the mountain also features an additional massage pavilion.

Exclusive villa services:

• Champagne bottle upon arrival
• 'Intimate Moments' villa set-up (minimum 3 night stay required)
• Daily afternoon canapes served in-villa

Presidential Villa:
For the ultimate in luxury, exclusivity and privacy, stay at the exquisite Presidential Villa, which occupies its very own private cove by the water’s edge. No expense has been spared at this secret hideaway; so you can explore the Seychelles in style. You can entertain family and friends on a lavish scale – there is a grand entrance under a porte cochere, a free-form infinity pool carved into the granite boulders, an outdoor jet pool and shower, a large sundeck and living pavilion, and a dining pavilion with a kitchen and guest bathroom. Naturally, the Presidential Villa can be combined with the adjoining Hillside Pool Villa to create a sprawling two-bedroom complex. Soak in the dramatic scenery and let the magic of this awe-inspiring villa cast its spell on you.

Facilities:

• Infinity edge swimming pool
• Spectacular beach
• Luxury Spa
• Body treatments
• Island hopping excursions
• Watersports
• Tennis court
• Gym
• World Heritage site visits
• Wedding packages

Dining:

• Au Jardin D'Epices (Creole specialties)
• La Varangue
• Saffron (Asian cuisine)
• Lobby Lounge
• Beach picnic
• Pool bar
• In-villa dining

Bird Island Lodge - Eco-Retreat

Location:

Bird Island, perched on the edge of the Seychelles continental shelf is the most northerly island of the Seychelles Archipelago and is situated 60 miles from the main island of Mahe.

A 30 minute flight from Mahe by light aircraft gives the first stunning impressions of this tiny 170 acre coral cay. Shades of turquoise and blue warm Indian Ocean which define the reef and continental shelf contrast vividly with the 5km of soft, white sand and tropical green island vegetation. The sight for the first time visitor is never to be forgotten and the return visitor eagerly awaits that memory.

The east and south sides are surrounded by a protective barrier reef which is home to many varieties of colourful tropical fish and the rest is an open beach which offers superb safe swimming.

Bird Island offers a magical holiday experience. Endless stretches of fine white coral sand beaches give a true 'castaway' feeling. The emphasis is very much on relaxation and informality. It is a true retreat from today's busy world.

Accommodation:

Guests stay at Bird Island Lodge which is the only hotel on the island. Apart from the guests and staff, there are no other human inhabitants.

Bird Island Lodge offers a unique blend of hospitality, relaxation and simplicity in a non-sophisticated and natural environment.
Manned entirely by friendly Seychellois staff, offering no gimmicks, the Lodge is your base to explore all aspects of this beautiful island.

The main hotel building with the Reception, Lounge, Restaurant and Bar is situated a couple of minutes walk from the airstrip where guests arrive on the only flight each day.

24 simple but very comfortable individual chalets nestle amongst what remains of the island's old coconut plantation. Each has a king-sized bed, large shower room and separate toilet, lounge corner and spacious patio overlooking the gardens to the sea beyond. Each chalet will accommodate a third adult and child or two extra children

• No televisions in the rooms: this would detract from the natural sounds and sights around you.
• No air-conditioning: excellent natural ventilation and ceiling fans ensure the rooms are always kept cool.
• No telephones in the rooms: there are telephone, fax and E-mail facilities available at the office.
• No swimming pool: the beach offers excellent and safe swimming at all times.
• No intrusive service: friendly staff are always attentive and ready with a smile

Facilities:

• Island beaches
• Snorkelling
• Sea kayaks
• Nature tours
• Library
• Billiards/pool
• Board games
• Game fishing
• Glass bottom boat
• Table tennis
• Conservation projects
• Boutique
• Email from office pc
• Safe deposit box

Dining:

• Restaurant (buffet style restaurant serves fesh local cuisine)
• Bar 

Labriz Silhouette Resort - 5 Star (Opened Sep 2006)

Location:

Labriz Silhouette, Syechelles is an Indian Ocean resort located on Silhouette Island in the Seychelles. Silhouette is the third largest island of the Seychelles Archipelago and is located ten miles away from the north-west coast of the Seychelles capital, Mahe.

There are no roads on Silhouette only two connecting the north and south parts of the island. These lead over the 780-metre high mountain and along the unspoiled coast line paradise. Labriz Silhouette is a 45-minute boat or 15-minute helicopter transfer from Seychelles International Airport in the capital Mahe.

Approached from a distance, Silhouette Island is a striking sight - lush, emerald green tropical forest is a prominent feature of the island, coupled with an imposing mountain whose peak tips in to a crown of clouded glory.

Labriz is a Seychellois Creole word derived from the French phrase "la brise" or "the breeze". In Creole, the word evokes the soft gust of wind that gently glides a ship along the ocean on a calm day or cools the skin in the tropical warmth of the Seychelles.

Accommodation:

Labriz Silhouette, Seychelles is placed along a two-kilometre stretch of powder soft beach and brings together the two elements of "fly and flop" relaxation including a first-class spa, fine dining and beautiful beaches. The 110 guest rooms and 17 pavilions blend in with the natural beauty of Silhouette Island yet are luxuriously appointed with all modern facilities.

Garden Villas: Villas of contemporary design set amidst the lush beauty of Silhouette. Chic, tropical style with modern amenities and comforts. Outdoor showers with views of spectacular Mount Dauban. Size: 88 square metres.

Beach Villas: Stunning villas allowing guests to wake up to views of sunrise across the Indian Ocean. Tucked away discretely amongst the jungle vegetation, these villas are steps away from Silhouette's white sand beach and the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. For those seeking extra luxury, six of these Beach Villas feature a private plunge pool. Size: 101 square metres.

Mountain Pavilions: The most luxurious Silhouette experience. Eight Mountain Pavilions - each a spacious villa featuring a 6.5 x 3 metre pool set in a private garden. Flanking the villa, the separate pavilion is ideal for en-suite spa treatments or a romantic dinner. For ultimate romance, a large bathtub offers ample space for a shared bath for two. Size: 185 square metres.

Ocean Pavilions: The most luxurious Silhouette experience. Nine Ocean Pavilions - each a spacious villa featuring a 6.5 x 3 metre pool set in a private garden. Flanking the villa, the separate pavilion is ideal for en-suite spa treatments or a romantic dinner. For ultimate romance, a large bathtub offers ample space for a shared bath for two. Size: 185 square metres.

Facilities:

• Outdoor swimming pool
• Private beach
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Tennis courts
• Waterskiing nearby
• Scuba diving nearby
• Big-game fishing
• Seawater fishing
• Hairdresser
• Jogging track

Dining:

• Grann Kaz (traditional Creole)
• Portobello (Italian cuisine)
• Sakura (seafood & grills)
• All day dining cafe & restaurant
• Lo Brizan (light snacks & cocktails)

Mauritius:

The Republic of Mauritius is an island nation off the coast of Africa in the southwest Indian Ocean, about 900 kilometres east of Madagascar and about 3,943 kilometres southwest of India.

Mauritius attained independence in 1968 and the country became a republic within the Commonwealth in 1992. Mauritius has been a stable democracy with regular free elections and a positive human rights record, and has attracted considerable foreign investment earning one of Africa's highest per capita incomes. The island's capital and largest city is Port Louis, in the northwest.

The local climate is tropical, modified by southeast trade winds; there is a warm, dry winter from May to November and a hot, wet, and humid summer from November to May. Cyclones affect the country during November-April.

The island is well known for its exceptional natural beauty; "You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius", as Mark Twain noted in Following the Equator. Mauritius is the only place the dodo bird ever existed.

Le Prince Maurice - 5 Star

Location:

Constance Le Prince Maurice is 45 km from the airport and 35 km from the capital, Port-Louis. This luxurious five-star hotel is set within 60 hectares of unspoilt land, amidst rare and luxuriant vegetation. An isolated peninsula surrounded by white sand beaches and a calm lagoon, brings to guests a unique emotion, an experience where spicy aromas blend with the perfume of the warm ocean.

Constance Le Prince Maurice evokes the splendour of a distant era: the spice trade. In fact it was, Prince Maurice of Orange and of Nassau, after whom Constance Le Prince Maurice is named who pioneered the discovery of those 'divine essences', in the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation:

Junior Suites:
In buildings of a maximum of 8 suites with thatch roof, 10 ground floor/beach front facing and 8 on stilts on a natural fish reserve (swimming not permitted). They comprise of one bedroom with a sitting area indoors and a terrace or balcony, one bathroom with double vanities, separate shower, wc and bath. Junior Suites with connecting corridors are available.

Senior Suites:
Individual thatched roof villas, nine with private heated swimming pool and located on the beach and three on stilts overlooking a natural fish reserve (no swimming pool and swimming is not permitted). Senior suites are one-bedroomed, have a living room with dining/sitting area with adjacent shower and toilet, walk-in closet, outdoor soaking bath and terrace.

Princely Suite:
The suite comprises of two junior suites and one senior suite. Inside garden/patio, guests wc, mini kitchen for staff use, terrace/dining area and two swimming pools. Located directly on the beach in a secluded part of the hotel grounds that offer utmost privacy, the Princely Suite also benefits from three individual terraces each facing a different part of the lagoon.

Facilities:

• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Gym
• Beach
• Snorkelling
• Sailing
• Windsurfing
• Waterskiing
• Kayaks
• Glass bottom boat
• 2 Floodlit tennis courts
• Bicycles
• Squash
• Nearby golf
• PADI scuba diving (fees apply)
• Deep sea fishing (fees apply)
• Ayurvedic treatments (fees apply)

Dining:

• L'Archipel (Al la carte & alfesco dining areas)
• Le Barachois (grills & seafood)
• The Beach Deck
• Lounge Bar
• Laguna Bar

The Oberoi Mauritius - 5 Star

Location:

The idyllic island of Mauritius with its unspoilt beaches and azure waters offers a unique experience of European, African and Asian cultures. The Oberoi captures the spirit of the island in a resort that combines its abundant natural beauty with refined luxury.

The Oberoi Mauritius is located along the Baie aux Tortues or Turtle Bay on the north-west coast of Mauritius in 20 acres of beautiful subtropical gardens fronting 600 metres of Indian Ocean and overlooking mountain ranges, golden beaches and an azure sea. The Oberoi Mauritius is 15 minutes drive from the capital of Mauritius, Port Louis, 50 minutes from the airport and close to the coastal village of Grand Baie.

Accommodation:

Luxury Pavilion: Thatched roof cottage. Air-conditioned bedroom with either king or Hollywood twin beds. En-suite bathroom with marble sunken bath, separate shower stall. Walk-in closet with ample storage space. Spacious terrace for private dining overlooking the sea. Safe, mini bar, IDD phone with data port facility, Satellite TV, DVD player and hairdryer. Size: 70 square metres.

Luxury Villa: Thatched roof. Set within a walled courtyard for complete privacy. Simple colour schemes and natural fibres contrast with striking Mauritian artwork. Elevated shady pavilion for al fresco dining, most with views of the sea. Luxury bathroom with open air garden secluded behind high stone walls. Walk-in closet and luggage storage area. Marble vanity counter, separate shower stall and marble sunken tub. Spacious terrace for private dining overlooking the courtyard and gardens. Safe, mini bar, IDD phone with fax point, Satellite TV, CD player, hairdryer. Size: 300 square metres.

Luxury Villa with Private Pool (8 x 4 metres): Thatched roof. Set within a walled courtyard for complete privacy. Simple colour schemes and natural fibres contrast with striking Mauritian artwork. Elevated shady pavilion for al fresco dining, most with views of the sea. Luxury bathroom with open air garden secluded behind high stone walls. Walk-in closet and luggage storage area. Marble vanity counter, separate shower stall and marble sunken tub. Safe, mini bar, IDD phone with data port facility, Satellite TV, DVD player, hairdryer. Size: 325 square metres.

Spacious Ocean Side Royal Villa with Private Pool (12 x 4 metres): Thatched roof. Set within a walled courtyard for complete privacy. Simple colour schemes and natural fibres contrast with striking Mauritian artwork. Separate living and bedroom with large terrace for al fresco dining, with clear sea views. Luxury bathroom with open air garden secluded behind high stone walls. Walk-in closet and luggage storage area. Marble vanity counter, separate shower stall and marble sunken tub. Safe, mini bar, IDD phone with data port facility, Satellite TV, DVD player, hairdryer. In addition, the Royal Villa offers either one or two bedroom inter leading options. Size: 650 square metres.

Facilities:

• Infinity edge swimming pool
• Beach
• Spa
• Sauna
• Steam bath
• Gym
• Private plunge pools
• Body treatments
• Tennis courts
• Sailing
• Waterskiing
• Windsurfing
• Scuba diving
• Horese riding nearby
• Game fishing
• Meeting/conference facilities

Dining:

• Restaurant (European, Oriental & Creole dishes)
• Bar
• Pool Bar
• Room service

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