Mauritius
This luxe beachfront resort is 6 km from the Seven Colored Earths geologic attraction and 19 km from Black River Gorges National Park.
Upmarket, breezy suites face the beach, and have balconies or patios. All come with flat-screen TVs, minibars and free Wi-Fi. Family suites have separate living rooms. Thatched-roof private beach villas add posh decor and outdoor showers; butler service is offered.
A breakfast buffet is free. There are also 4 restaurants and 2 bars. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa and an 18-hole golf course, plus tennis, water sports and a kids' club. Minimum-stay rules may apply.
Half Board (7 nights)
The luxurious Paradis Beachcomber is located on Mauritius’ Morne Peninsula. Surrounded by beaches, palm trees and with a large pool, it also features 4 restaurants and an 18-hole championship golf course.
Rooms and suites are decorated in natural tones and feature private bathroom, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. All rooms offer Indian Ocean views from a private furnished balcony. Some are directly on the beach.
Le Brabant is a buffet restaurant serving international cuisine, while La Palma restaurant offers Italian dishes. Blue Marlin is a seafood restaurant and La Ravanne creates Creole specialties.
Water sports such as diving, snorkelling and windsurfing can be arranged. A golf academy, tennis and volleyball are available on site. There is a nightclub while children between 3 and 12 years can be entertained at the Kids' Club which comes with a pool. Guests have privileged access to 4 other golf courses inlcuding Mont Choisy Le Golf, Heritage Golf Club, Tamarina Golf Estate and Avalon Golf Estate.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is 37.3 miles by car. Black River Gorges National Park and Casela Nature Leisure Park are a 30-minute drive away. Having its own helipad, a private transfer by helicopter can be organized upon request.