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Book SynopsisThis 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.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 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 235 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, Travelling with kids, What to take, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Working hours, Public holidays and festivals, Shopping, Arts and entertainment, Photography, Media and communications, Business, Buying property, Cultural etiquette Chapter 16 Activities Multi-activity companies, Hiking, Canyoning,Cycling, Horseriding, Golf, 4x4 excursions, Microlighting and paramotoring, Paragliding, Helicopter rides, Watersports, Deep-sea fishing Chapter 17 Northern Réunion St-Denis, Around St-Denis Chapter 18 Eastern Réunion Ste-Suzanne to Bras-Panon, St-Benoît to Ste-Anne, Ste-Rose and surrounds, South to La Pointe de la Table, Piton-de-la-Fournaise Chapter 19 Southern Réunion St-Philippe and surrounds, St-Joseph and surrounds, St-Pierre and surrounds, St-Louis to L'Étang-Salé Chapter 20 Western Réunion St-Leu, St-Gilles-les-Bains and surrounds, St-Paul to La Possession Chapter 21 The Interior La Plaine-des-Palmistes, La Plaine-des-Cafres, The cirques Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Further Information Index
