MAURITIUS – FAIRWAY TO HEAVEN
Mauritius‘ colourful ethnic mix – Indian, Chinese, African and European – means you can look forward to some wonderful palate-pleasing cuisine. When Mark Twain wrote ‘Mauritius was made first, and then Heaven was copied from it’ he had, of course, yet to see the second of these. Most of today’s visitors will take his judgment on trust though – reinforced by the island’s 21st century bonus of some of the Indian Ocean’s top luxury resort hotels. Scattered along the 205-mile coastline and nestling contentedly beside picture-book beaches, these are the main focus for visitor activities; water sports and nightlife (look out for the local sega dance).
Each coastline has its own character. The north with its long beaches and calm lagoons is home to Grand Baie, the only ‘resort’ area, while on the east coast is fabulous 6-mile long Belle Mare beach; while the relatively more developed west coast boasts its own string of perfect beaches. Exploring by car is a popular way to see the islands true inner beauty. Don’t miss the waterfront at Port Louis and do visit the National Park in the beautiful interior.
A member of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’, One&Only Le Saint Géran is a spectacular, world-class luxury resort – and for many discerning travellers remains the ultimate romantic Indian Ocean getaway. Stylish, sophisticated and famed worldwide, One&Only Le Saint Géran is stunningly situated on a long beach of soft white sand flanked on one side by the sapphire waters of a natural bay and on the other by a coral lagoon. The calm waters of the lagoon offer guests an array of water sports idyllic for adults and children alike. The impressive terraced and balconied suites boast fabulous views over the Indian Ocean.
One&Only Le Saint Geran Suite Garden Shower
Indulge yourself at Rasoi by Vineet, a new multi-sensory dining experience offering sophisticated atmosphere and refined cuisine. The multi-award winning contemporary Indian cuisine of Vineet Bahatia, whose Michelin-starred Chelsea restaurant was named ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ just a year after it opened, features a tropical waterside location with its magnificent natural setting, with views of the green sugarcane-clad mountains and the private lagoon.
The jewel in One&Only Le Saint Géran’s gastronomic crown is the ‘haute-couture’ gourmet restaurant Spoon de Iles, creation of world-renowned Michelin-Star chef Alain Ducasse. Spoon de Iles represents the first venture out of Paris of Monsieur Ducasse’s Spoon Food & Wine restaurant and explores the world of food with a tempting array of multi-ethnic cuisine matched by the finest selected wines, chosen by Monsieur Ducasse’s trusted sommelier, Gérald Margeon. The holder of three 3-star restaurants in the Michelin Guide, Alain Ducasse personally oversees all aspects of Spoon de Iles, from its signature crockery, glassware and linen to its chefs, maitre d’hotel, and of course, the menu with offers such as dorado wrapped in banana leaf, ravioli with fresh water prawns and wood roasted rack of lamb.
One&Only Le Saint Ocean Suite
Surrounding the pool and overlooking the Indian Ocean, La Terrace offers an eclectic variety of local and international specialities. Breakfast offers a sumptuous buffet featuring eggs cooked to order, fresh baked breads, pastries, cheeses, tropical fruit, freshly ground coffees and vanilla-flavoured Mauritian tea. Lunch follows with a choice of fresh local fish and seafood complemented with Asian-inspired specialities.
Nightly entertainment accompanies dinner, providing an exquisite voyage of cultural discovery. Table d’hote menus feature mouth-watering crayfish and prawns straight from the ocean, spicy temptations of home-grown Creole cuisine, and the delicate subtleties of France, Indian, China and Asia.
The lush Gary Player 9-hole, par-33 course complete with its own clubhouse and One&Only Golf Academy, offers complimentary green fees for guests. Instruction for players of any level is available at the One&Only Golf Academy, to fine-tuning game play on the practice range followed by 9-holes with the pro, to fun days on the greens with the whole family. Tee times can be booked at nearby 18-hole courses as well.
Golf Course Aerial View
Ile aux Cerfs Golf Course is across a coral lagoon from the renowned Le Touessrok, and reached by a ‘golfing special’ water taxi. It is destined to become one of the wonders of the game. All 18-holes have views of the ocean – some with glimpses across clearings through the trees; others by coming close to the shore. There are nine lakes in all, with a number of holes requiring tee shots across sea inlets to the fairways. The water and the expansive bunkers of indigenous white sand set off the natural backdrop of trees and vegetation. Playing at over 7,000 yards/6,476m, this is the longest course in Mauritius.
Open since November 2002, it completes the Belle Mare Plage Resort, with a second 18-hole championship golf course which differs greatly from the first one as it is inspired by the Links course with rolling fairways. Par 71 with 5,927m, the 18th hole is the signature hole along turquoise waters. Like its twin the Legend, the Links offers a Golf Academy by professional and qualified instructors. Use of Club cars is obligatory. These courses were conceived to annually host a number of international competitions including the Mauritius Open.
The Legend golf course is the crowning achievement of the Belle Mare Plage Resort, making Mauritius a golfing destination since its opening in January 1994. Each of the 18-holes has distinctive characteristics. Superb fairways are laid in the heart of an indigenous forest, culminating on velvet greens, made to US PGA regulations. This course is exclusive to hotel clients, and its sister hotel Le Prince Maurice, who can play without green fees. In a constant effort to provide the perfect golfing location, all 18 greens have been rebuilt using Tif Dwarf grasses to ensure a perfect surface. Time has also been taken to enhance the natural beauty of a site originally used to breeding deer. Teeing off from the 17th hole (par 3) is a feast for the eyes and a test for the nerves.
One&Only Le Saint Geran Golf
If you’re near a window, look south-eastwards for a moment. There, 6,000 miles over the horizon, deep in the Indian Ocean, lie the blindingly white palm-edged beaches, blue lagoons, coral reefs, emerald sugar-cane fields and purple mountain peaks of Mauritius. Another world? Yes. But in just 12 hours you could be there! Tropical, to a tee – fairway to heaven!
Wow.. it seems its hot destination for this summer! Will defenatly visit once.. keep informing me about good deal!.. Thanks.
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