The name itself is an invitation to sea, sand and sun, offering an exclusive retreat to all those seeking peace and tranquility.
Location
In the heart of the Indian Ocean, 500 miles East of Madagascar, lies your perfect tropical getaway, Mauritius. Access to Mauritius is easy as the island is served by regular flights from Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
The strategic position of Mauritius on the former "Spice route", earned it the title of "Star and Key of the Indian Ocean". The island has been successively colonised by the Arabs, the Dutch, the French and the British. Today the island is an example to the world. Its population is a true melting pot, which blends Indian, Chinese, African and European lifestyles and traditions. The legendary Mauritian hospitality and the excellence of the hotel industry have propelled Mauritius to being one of the world's most sought-after holiday destinations.
Mauritius celebrates its Independence Day on the 12th of March every year. Independence was granted in 1968 and the island obtained the status of Republic in 1992, on the same date. The island's political infrastructure is based on the British model. Democratic elections conducted every five years appoint 70 members to the National Assembly. The Prime Minister is the Head of the Government and holds the executive power, while the President acts as the Head of State. Mauritius is a proud member of the Commonwealth and of the eminent French-speaking organisations.
Until the 1980's, agriculture - particularly the cultivation of the sugar cane - was the mainstay of the Mauritian economy. The country has since diversified its economy and can rely today on three other main pillars: textiles, tourism and the financial sector.
There are strict rules about the importation and exportation of plants, fruits and animals. Strict sanitary regulations are applied and no vaccines are required to enter the country. The island is free of endemic diseases and poisonous animals. The island also enjoys political stability and press freedom.
An ideal geographical location virtually in the centre of the Southern Indian Ocean (GMT +4) reduces the time difference between its main markets. Mauritius is two hours ahead of South African time April through to October and three hours ahead of South Africa end October to end March when they change their clocks to allow for daylight saving time.
A government tax is included in your hotel bill. The tip is thus left to the discretion of the guest depending upon appreciation of the service offered, and is by no means compulsory.
The most equable climate is to be found on the west coast of Mauritius. Seven of Beachcomber's eight properties are located along this coast, with the eighth hotel occupying a prime location near the airport. The western part of the island is generally warm, sunny and sheltered during all seasons, ensuring year-round holiday enjoyment.
Apart from typical dancing and music in discothèques, there is the unique music, song and dance of the Sega. Derived mostly from African music dating from the early days, the Sega is now performed with sophisticated Latin American influences and instruments, as well as the traditional 'ravannes' (drums) and percussion. The shuffling, hip-swaying dance and Creole patois lyrics are an integral part of the music.
Thanx sooooo much for everything it was GREAT! We realy had a wonderful time and will definitely go there again.
Thanks for all the arrangements Kind regards Helena Troskie
Hi Sharon So kind of you to ask. We had a magnificent holiday. We are so grateful to you. Thank you so much. Please keep us posted on all specials. We will definitely go back. just a tiny note: do tell families with small children to take white t - shirts along for one of the activities at the club where they have to paint on them. we are so relaxed. What a holiday!
Nicky
Hi Sharon
It was SUPERB! We had a great time, stunning hotel and lovely weather. We would like to go again next year so please keep me in the loop of any specials that may come up.
Once again thanks for all your help and assistance.
Chris.
Wow Wee what a honeymoon!
Thank you so much for recommending the hotel. It was absolutely magic, Nicole and I had a real blast!
I will definitely recommend you and Beachtag to anyone who will listen.
Regards,
Craig Möhr
Hey there,
Thanks so much! Our honeymoon was everything we could have dreamed of and more :)
We will definitely recommend BeachTag to everyone we know and will be in touch next time we visit the island.
Cheers, Nic Hanafey
Dear Sharon
Helga and I got back late on Thursday night after a fabulous week at Le Victoria. Highly recommend the hotel, it was absolutely everything we could have asked for.
We took the Isle Mauritia - a beautiful old sailing vessel, on a full day of sailing, lunch in the beach - really wonderful. I preferred it to the Catamarans. Although a couple who did both said the scuba diving from the Cat was far better.
I have recommended you to several people and I will definitely be going back but from Cape Town on Air Mauritius this time rather than via JHB.
Thanks again for your very friendly and professional service.
Regards
Gwen Johnson
Hi Sharon
It was fantastic thank you. What a stunning hotel. The people were so friendly and everything was wonderful. We popped to Le Cannonier as well for the day and had a fabulous time. Also did the Cateraman trip to Ilot Gabriel and snorkelled. Other than that we chilled at the beach and round the pool etc
Once again, thanks for your assistance and help and advice - especially with the passport - what a drama!!
We will be going back at some stage and we will definitely go through Beachcomber again
Kind regards Claire
Hi Sharon
Thank you very much.
First day back at work and wishing we were still there. We had a fantastic time at Shandrani, the location, food and service was absolutely brilliant and would recommend it to anyone.
We will hopefully be in contact with you in the future for a re-visit... I am hoping it is not to far in the future.
Kind Regards Steven
Dear Sharon,
Many thanks once again for all your efforts and assistance. Our enjoyment of this holiday was in no small measure due to the exemplary manner in which you and your colleagues at Beachtag put it together and in your case particularly, your willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate unscheduled changes to the program and to get back all possible refunds. You may rest assured that whenever we decide on another trip or whenever friends and acquaintances are considering holidays, your name will be mentioned with the highest degree of confidence.
Shandrani was, in a word, spectacular. Well appointed rooms and facilities, sporting equipment in excellent condition, very good service and a cuisine to die for. The only (and I mean only) small criticism is the limited number of TV channels. But I suppose when the weather is good, you don,t really need TV, although it would have been nice to have. The facility of checking out at 12h00 and nevertheless being entitled to the use of a departure lounge with shower and changeroom facilities and at the same time continuing to enjoy the dining and bar facilities is a particularly nice touch.
Many thanks also for obtaining the refund and it is this type of superlative service to which I was referring earlier.
Best regards,
Costas Carides
Hi Sharon,
Thank you so much for the recommendation as well as the arrangements, everything went off without a hiccup and we had to drag my daughter kicking and screaming every time we left the hotel because "I want to stay at Mauritius"
This was absolutely the best start to 2010 and I am sure it will be a great one.
Kind Regards,
Merci
Hi Sharon,
Happy New Year to you too
We had such a wonderful time in Mauritius. The locals there are super friendly and helpful. They all work together as a team and it works Le Mauricia was fantastic. Beautiful place and excellent service. And the buffet - oh my word. Delicious! We both put on quite a bit of weight. We really enjoyed the live entertainment every night and the shows they put on as well. We really enjoyed just being able to relax and also participated in all of the sports they had available. I must say that the service and friendliness from Mautourco was also outstanding.
We did however get extremely sick after a lunch we had outside of the hotel. We spent one whole day and night in bed but recovered quickly after that.
All in all - a fantastic trip.
My husband recently broke our fridge magnet that we had bought and I told him now we have to go back to buy a new one
Looking forward to the next time!
Thanks again for your excellent service as well and hope your 2010 is a great one.
Regards Dawn
Hi Sharon
We had such an awesome time!! The hotel was fantastic, great food, the staff so friendly and helpful and good pool vibe.
We want to go back with my parents end of next year so will start the ball rolling with you soon.
Thanks for all your help.
Paul
Hello Sharon,
Thank you for your email- we did indeed have a great time. The hotel was the "IDEAL" holiday destination for the family - everything was there.
I must also add the family apartments must be the best I have stayed in - the space and location was fantastic.
We did not swim with the dolphins - the hotel was so great we never moved from it....
Thanks Tim
Hi Sharon
We had a wonderful time and both hotels were absolutely amazing! The rooms, hotel service and luxury was truly world class! We particularly enjoyed the Le Canonnier with its beautiful settings and beaches! The food was of the highest quality and the staff so friendly!! We can't wait to revisit Mauritius and we would definitely use your services again!
Thanks again for making our honeymoon unforgettable experience!
Kind regards
Pieter Naude'
Hi Sharon.
It was awesome. Sorry to have taken so long to reply. I came back to work only this week and have barely had chance to come up for air.We loved it though, didn't want to come home (as usual). The hotel was great, a lot more chilled than Sofitel in my opinion, and the food...well what can I say. Really had to hold back sometimes otherwise they might have wanted to charge me for two seats on the way back!
Thank-you so much for all you did for us and, believe me, we will be knocking on your door as soon as the bank balance allows.
Have a great week-end and hope to be in touch sooner rather than later.
Cheers for now, Iain.
Hi Sharon,
It is nice to be back but it was even better being away. Thanks for everything that you have done for us. It was the best holiday we ever had. We are thinking of going but again, but for two weeks. We done everything that we could in a week. I will e-mail you photos as soon as I down loaded it. It was a holiday not to forget. 10000% wonderful.
Thanks again for everything.
Kornel & Naruscke Prinsloo.
Hi Sharon,
Mauritius was excellent, loved it a lot. The hotel you guys recommended was fabulous, exactly the same as you see it on the internet. The crowd was young and funky, exactly what the Doctor ordered.
Thanks and regards,
TOKOLLO MAHLAKE
Sharon
Net om baie dankie te sê vir 'n onvrgeetlike vakansie. Jammer ek kom nou eers terug na jou toe maar het eers Gister begin werk. Was vanaf Mauritius saam met my man na sy ouers in Zambie.
Jou hulp en besprekings was van die beste wat ek nog gesien en beleef het. Ek het al vir 'n hele paar van my vriendinne jou besonderhede gegee om besprekings te doen.
As ons ooit weer na enige ander bestemming sal gaan sal jy beslis die besprekings doen. Selfs met ons vervoer vanaf die Lughawe na hotel het jy moeite gedoen.
Hoop 2010 is jou geseendste en gelukkigste jaar ooit.
Geniet die dag.
Elsabé Potgieter
Louis Trichardt
Oh, we had a fabulous time, we were so depressed when we had to leave, the resort was lovely, We shopped like maniacs, and made so many friends, I went clubbing, and there was this 24hour shopping festival going on, from the cocktails on the beach to the sunset dinners....we had a ball. I want to go back.
The all inclusive was definitely worth it.
please keep us posted on specials in packages during the year.
Winston Mangaru
Hi Sharon
We had a wonderful time and both hotels were absolutely amazing! The rooms, hotel service and luxury was truly world class! We particularly enjoyed the Le Canonnier with its beautiful settings and beaches! The food was of the highest quality and the staff so friendly!! We can't wait to revisit Mauritius and we would definitely use your services again!
Thanks again for making our honeymoon unforgettable experience!
Kind regards
Pieter Naude'
Hi Sharon,
Thank you so much for your part in this fairytale wedding and honeymoon.
Mauritius truly was magnificent and Le Canonnier is a top notch destination. Having been to Le Victoria, Shandrani and a day visit to Le Mauricia, we can truly say that Le Canonnier beats them hands down on atmosphere, entertainment, beauty, cuisine and friendly staff.
For any future wedding and honeymoon bookings we would highly recommend the wedding coordinator named Ajay at Le Canonnier. We were also impressed by the Hotel's local wedding photographer
Regards Ben & Mariaan
Hi Sharon
Thanks very much for all your help. The holiday was phenomenal in every way, and certainly something I intend to repeat again sometime.(Hopefully soon)
Keith
Hi Sharon,
First of all thanks again for all your help and please thank Nadine too for her help. If we travel again or hear of family and friends travelling we will know to use your good service.
Our holiday in Mauritius was great and the wedding was beautiful. We all had a great time and enjoyed every minute. The stay at Le Victoria was amazing, it is truly very well run and of very hi standard. We were so spoilt for choose at mealtimes, the food is GREAT. O, and the Oringina, what can I say!!!!!! That's about all we had to drink.
Regards Christine
Hi Sharon, we had a wonderful time indeed! Will go back next year......but for 2 weeks or maybe longer. Thank you so much. Rencia
Hi Sharon,
We had a great holiday. We loved Le Cannonier - The food was great, cocktails were great. we were also glad we went on All inclusive as we didn't have to worry too much about spending. It was a really nice place and there were a lot of families with young children which Chloe loved.. The only down side was that the swimming was not so nice because of the all the volcanic rock around.
One day we went to go check out Le Maurica - we were really glad we did not stay there - we did not like it at all we find it too busy and we did not enjoy the loud music coming for the bar. It also does not have a lot of space and there is a lot going on in the bay - speedboating etc..
We thought that the Shandrani was amazing - we had a really good time there. The nice thing about the Shandrani is that it is so big so you really can chill in different places. The food and drink was excellent there aswell.
If we went again i don't think we would stay at Le Cannonier again. We would probably opt for something on the East side of the island.
We took a drive down there and it looked amazing..
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