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Mauritius will enchant you, uplift your soul and make you feel completely and totally relaxed. The island is a contrast of colours and tastes, perfectly set in its turquoise waters and white beaches. The beauty about Mauritius is that the island has just about everything you need to make your holiday truly unique.

Wildlife tourism in Mauritius has gained popularity over the last few years and it is no wonder as Mauritius has saved more bird species from extinction than any other country, meaning you can see two of the most beautiful birds of the Indian Ocean – the pink pigeon and the Mauritian kestrel. Mauritius is also home to giant tortoises, dolphins, whales and sharks.

If you are more of a beach-body, then you will love Mauritian beaches and with over 160km-worth, you won’t have to travel very hard to find one. In the north of the island, you will find the greatest variety and concentration of beaches, including small coves. Although, the famous long stretches of talcum-white sands are found in the east. The west has golden sand with shallow waters and the best sunsets. Why not spend your holiday beach hopping until you find just the right place for you.

But if you are looking for something a bit more active, especially water related, you really can’t lose as Mauritius offers kitesurfing, paddling, diving, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins and boat excursions to the beautiful islands of the lagoon. On land, you can also decide between hiking, horse-riding or even golfing (yep, they have championship-standard golf courses).

Last but not least, why not top off your day of indulging at a local Mauritian restaurant. The island has just about every type of cuisine and backdrop, from fine-dining restaurants to beachside shacks serving fresh fish. Curries and seafood are staples of the island. Look out for the local delicacies such as Creole fish rougaille (a spicy tomato sauce), daube (beef or chicken stew) and vindaye (deep-fried fish coated in turmeric, ginger, chillies and mustard seeds).

From Split to Sarajevo, Montenegro to Serbia, we have the best places to visit in the Balkans.

The Balkans have exploded as a tourist destination over the past few years, as it was only a matter of time before people realised that the Balkans was in fact one of Europe’s riches destinations.

The territory - spanning the borders of the Adriatic Sea, the Ionian Sea, the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea and the Black Sea, is often overlooked in the European region. The post-war and post-Communist/Socialist territory has become a diamond in its own right.

You could probably spend years, even decades, exploring all there is to see in the Balkans, however below are just a few places you should start with.

Belgrade, Serbia

Serbia’s beloved capital can be described as vibrantly alive. You can find a party pretty much every night of the week, with intricate layers of history to keep your mind and soul captivated. The city’s most significant landmark is the Beogradska Tvrđava, a striking fortress residing at the union of the Danube and Sava rivers.

Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina

East meets west is the best way to describe the feel and mood of the city. The antique stone alleys of Baščaršija give the Old Town a Turkish feel, while directly north and south there are steep valleys covered with red-roofed Bosnia & Herzegovinian houses. In winter, Sarajevo’s mountain resorts - Bjelašnica and Jahorina – offer some of Europe’s greatest skiing opportunities. 

Podgorica, Montenegro

Taking into account that it has undergone 5 name changes, passed through the hands of the Romans, Turks and Austro-Hungarians and twice been completely wiped from maps, it’s no wonder that Podgorica seems to be gripped by an identity crisis. Its streets are a mixture of Ottoman oddments, brutalist blocks and shiny new malls but also excellent galleries, plenty of parks and a vibrant café culture – making it a worthwhile place to visit.

Split, Croatia

There is no other place where you will become as immersed with ancient ruins as you will in Split –obviously assuming that you spend a majority of your time within the confines of the 1600 year-old Diocletian’s Palace. Split has benefited from the new arrival of many restaurants, beautiful hotels and the attractive Mosor Mountain and Krka National Park are close by.