Capital - Port Louis
Population Estimate ('07) - 1,256,739
Official Languages - English
Recognised regional languages - Mauritian Creole, Bhojpuri, French, Chinese,
Area (Total) - 2,040km²
Curreny - Mauritian Rupee
Time Zone - MUT

The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius will enchant you! It will uplift your soul, making you believe you belong to the chosen few. This island calms the spirit with its beautiful greenery, breathtaking mountains, white sandy beaches and turquoise seas. Mauritius relaxes the mind with serene resorts, exotic spas and idyllic surroundings.

It is a melting pot where past and present are smoothly blended together, offering an eternal beauty of culture, cuisine and charisma. Holidays in Mauritius may be taken in a choice of five main tourist resort areas, each located on the coast with watersports in abundance everywhere.

Hotels and resorts range from the very modest (always with a friendly welcome) to breathtaking luxury. All offer excellent value for money and the opportunity for a holiday to suit the sporting enthusiast, the book lover or the beachcomber.

New Horizons Holidays package hotels and resorts to cater for every taste and budget and for singles, couples and families. Whilst in Mauritius, take advantage of the stunning food, the interesting and varied shopping opportunities and the delightful tours - whether land based or seaborne. Mauritius offers an essential beauty that will compel the holidaymaker to return time and time again to its tranquil shores!