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WEST IS BEST
The most equable climate is to be found on the west coast of Mauritius. Seven of Beachcomber’s eight properties are located along this coast, with the eighth hotel occupying occupying a prime location near the airport. Generally the weather is warm and sunny ensuring year-round holidayenjoyment.
Mauritius lies like a rich green emerald in the turquoise velvet of the Indian Ocean. Reached from South Africa by daily flights, it has all the elements of the ultimate escape at a price you can afford. Mauritius is a sophisticated tourist destination. Quality and high standards apply to every aspect of the infrastructure; accommodation, food and service in the hotels, sightseeing, transportation and attractions.
Shoppers can find good value and high quality goods. The people are welcoming, warm and friendly. Their pride in the tiny island republic is reflected in their prosperity and good standards of living.
Mauritius’ greatest assets as a holiday destination are its beautiful, white, sandy beaches, naturally protected by a coral reef which almost encircles the entire island. The clear, calm waters off the coast make conditions ideal for all kinds of watersports, which include scuba diving, snorkelling, windsurfing and waterskiing. Outside the reef are some of the most prolific deep sea fishing areas, particularly off Le Morne Peninsula where the marlin breeding grounds yield record trophies annually.
WHY BOOK BEACHCOMBER
Beachcomber Tours operates in South Africa as the marketing arm of the prominent Mauritian leisure group, Beachcomber Hotels. The group currently manages eight premier resorts on the island, in the categories from five-star exclusive to high-end four-star accommodation.
Beachcomber also operates an exclusive hotel in Seychelles, Sainte Anne Resort and Spa, comprising 87 luxury villas on a private island.
Construction has started on a second hotel in Seychelles on Praslin Island. Construction has commenced on a major development in Morocco where a five-star hotel and golf resort will reach completion in 2010.
Beachcomber Tours has developed a professional and efficient service code in its sales, marketing and reservations divisions, and serves the travelling public exclusively through retail travel agents. We are experts in every aspect of travel to Mauritius and Seychelles, and have representatives based on the islands to take care of our clients. Our staff members have first-hand knowledge of the islands and the hotels in our group. They travel to the islands regularly to update their knowledge, particularly with regard to new properties, refurbishments and continuous upgrading of all the hotels in the Beachcomber group.
AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Travel agents have consistently recognised Beachcomber as a leading tour operator to the Indian Ocean. Our products and service to the retail trade and to you, the client, have earned us the reputation for efficiency and reliability.
DRESS
Dress is cool and casual – beachwear for the day and smart-casual clothes for the evenings. During the cooler months, jackets or light sweaters for evening wear are recommended. The dress code for gentlemen in the evenings is long pants and closed shoes.
WHEN TO GO
Mauritius is a year-round destination. Temperatures during the warm, dry months between April andOctober are normally in the mid-twenties, rising to the upper-twenties in the summer months betweenNovember and March.
PRICE GUARANTEE
Once full payment has been received by Beachcomber Tours, the price of the package is guaranteed.
NON-SMOKING POLICY
Smoking is not permitted in the rooms at all Beachcomber Hotels. There are specially designated smoking areas in all restaurants and bars, except where bars are enclosed.
ALL INCLUSIVE OPTIONS
Guests purchasing the all-inclusive options are issued with cards resembling credit cards to identify them at bars and restaurants. Inclusions may vary from hotel to hotel and clients should check the availability of the optional inclusions during the day in order to get full value for money.
LE MAURICIA AND LE CANONNIER – ALL IN ONE
Guests at Le Mauricia and Le Canonnier have an option of purchasing an all-inclusive package which covers most meals and drinks for the duration of their stay. However, the standard package is available for those not wishing to pay the all-inclusive rate. The All in One package is purchased in advance and the rates must apply to all adults and children travelling together in a party for the entire stay. The all inclusive packages are operational from 14:00 on the day of check-in until 12:00 noon on the day of check-out.
BEACHCOMBER SPAS
Four of Beachcomber’s top 5-star hotels have modern and elegant Spas, using products specially designed by leaders in health and beauty products, Clarins of Paris. Specially trained professional therapists administer treatments using products based on natural elements. A full range of men’s spa products are also available.
SPAS BY CLARINS – ROYAL PALM SPA
Extensive renovations to the Spa by Clarins at Royal Palm have recently been completed. The design blends indoor and outdoor spaces focusing on a main pool surrounded by a spacious sun deck. Natural materials including lava stone, granite, wood and slate connect with the environment while providing a strong visual
impact. Facilities include: 1 reiki cabin / 1 Thai massage cabin / 2 Ayurvedic cabins / 2 double massage cabins with Japanese baths en-suite /
1 double open-air cabin / 3 single cabins / 1 algotherapy room with ensuite hammam / body wrap treatment rooms / balneotherapy rooms / yoga pavilion / juice and infusion bar.
The modern gym centre offers / Kinesis / Power Plates / normal gym / Pilates / private Yoga coaching / squash court.
DINAROBIN SPA
The fresh aroma of jasmine welcomes you to the Dinarobin Spa by Clarins, which is tucked away under shady trees in a quiet place. The stillness immediately invites you to unwind as the therapists weave their magic to relax your body and mind. Spend time afterwards relaxing in the dappled shade next to the outdoor pool.
The spa is separated into three main areas – one for classical massage treatments, one for Ayurveda treatments and one for water treatments and wraps.
The Ayurveda area offers four treatment rooms each with an en-suite hammam to complement the therapies performed. The focal point of each treatment room is the large bed made of wood where this ancient form of Indian treatment is said to evoke calm from within. The classical massage area of the spa offers various conventional massage options including Swedish massage, reflexology and many more in association with the market leader in beauty and cosmetics, Clarins.
A sparkling water feature dotted with stepping stones leads to the balneo- and algo-therapy area. A large room has been reserved for yoga exercises.
PARADIS SPA
After all the sport and action offered at Paradis, time spent at the Spa by Clarins is welcome indeed. Housed under cool thatch, aching muscles and tired limbs come to life again with the soothing massages and other treatments. Relax next to the tranquil pool tucked away in a semi-private area off the zen-like courtyard. Top up your tan on arrival for your holiday with specialist products offered by Clarins.
SAINTE ANNE RESORT AND SPA – SEYCHELLES
In the heat of the tropics the Spa by Clarins welcomes you to a cool scented interior which invites you to lie back and enjoy the pampering hands of the therapists who gently massage away cares of the world and restore peace to body and soul. Six single massage cabins are available in addition to the two double massage cabins
and balneotherapy room. A yoga room is also available to ease your spirit into a tranquil state of mind. Relax afterwards at the outdoor pool and emerge rejuvenated and ready to enjoy your holiday.
SPA BY DECLÉOR
Shandrani Spa
Le Source is smart and modern, set under a shady grove of trees. Using products from the French house of Decléor you can expect to receive many different types of
massage from specialist therapists trained to relax and revitalise you. Curtained cabins in the central open-air quad are perfect for relaxation after a treatment or
massage. The interior of the spa is cool and peaceful. A new area, named Le Source Massage Centre is separate from the existing spa, built to cope with the large demand for treatments and massages. Architecture is open air in keeping with a tropical style of the resort and cabins are built around a large swimming pool, perfect for a dip or relaxation after a treatment.
YOUR WEDDING IN MAURITIUS OR SEYCHELLES
These islands can provide the perfect setting for your wedding. You can choose where you would like your ceremony to take place.
Choose a venue in the romantic gardens or on the beach at sunset. Each hotel has experienced staff on hand to make sure the arrangements
go according to plan. Beachcomber will provide you with all the relevant information with regard to marriage formalities in Mauritius and Seychelles.
BEACHCOMBER KIDS
Beachcomber Hotels place a strong emphasis on family holidays. While adults will appreciate the best standards of quality and service, the young are not forgotten when it comes to entertainment, meals and excursions. Evening events are planned to keep young guests busy while their parents are dining. Holiday time is the best for learning new sports and skills. Professionally trained staff at Beachcomber’s hotels will assist with coaching in water-skiing, sailing or windsurfing. Diving lessons come at extra charge as do lessons in kite surfing. Facilities vary from hotel to hotel, with some offering different activities depending on availability and location – for instance, golf lessons will only apply to hotels with courses available.
BOB MARLIN CHILDREN’ S CLUB
Beachcomber’s Bob Marlin mini-clubs are all housed in specially built, child friendly “houses”, equipped with every toy, game and facility to appeal to the young. Activities are geared for two age groups, from three to six years with a different focus for the seven to twelve year olds. Bob Marlin mini-club staff members are well trained in child minding and entertainment, and are qualified to deal with any problems or emergencies. Most of them are multilingual for ease of communication with the cosmopolitan collection of youthful guests. Bob Marlin is open from after breakfast, until nine o’clock at night. Lunch is at an extra cost and dinner is provided featuring dishes which particularly appeal to children. Depending on the time of year, and mainly during the school holidays, individual hotels may plan special meals and theme evenings such as a fancy dress, a Halloween party or a sega evening. Otherwise, Bob Marlin staff will accompany their small charges to one of the hotel’s restaurants where a suitable menu will be served.
Children are well catered for by members of the boathouse staff. They will patiently teach them to waterski, to sail or windsurf. Tennis and golf lessons form part of the daily activities for older children – a good way to get started on a sport for later life.
Children have an excellent opportunity to master the art of sailing at Shandrani, where an internationally recognised sailing course is available at extra charge.
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