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Top Resorts in Mauritius

Mauritius is quickly becoming a hotspot for family holidays – check out these child-friendly resorts for your next getaway.

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Mauritius is quickly securing its reputation as one of the most child-friendly places in the Indian Ocean. Check out these top four resorts that feature the best in childcare and kids’ activities for your best holiday in Mauritius.

HERITAGE RESORTS

Heritage Resorts has a new baby corner, Timomo Baby, for those aged 0-2 years, which is open daily. It also includes a kids’ club for ages 2-11 with loads of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the kids smiling all day long. For more information, or to book, visit heritageresorts.mu.

CONSTANCE HOTELS

Constance Prince Maurice has converted 12 rooms into family suites by adding a children’s room with bunk beds to each suite. If you still want more room, there are family villas available to book for the ultimate relaxing holiday experience. For more information, or to book, visit constancehotels.com.

BEACHCOMBER HOTELS

The Royal Palm Mauritius now has 15 Ocean Suites perfect for families. Best suited for a family of four, it boasts sweeping views of the Grand Baie and a private terrace for watching the sunsets. For more information, or to book, visit beachcomber-hotels.com.

ONE & ONLY RESORTS

One&Only Le Saint Geran has a KidsOnly fitness scheme offering junior yoga, swimming lessons and musical movement. This complimentary club is for ages 3-11 also provides themed activities for your kids to learn more about the culture of Mauritius all while having some fun. For more information or to book, visit lesaintgeran.oneandonlyresorts.com.

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Win a £6,500 Holiday to Mauritius

FAMILY TRAVELLER HAS TEAMED UP WITH MAURITIUS TOURISM TO OFFER ONE LUCKY FAMILY THE CHANCE TO WIN A HOLIDAY TO MAURITIUS WITH VIRGIN HOLIDAYS, PLUS A FABULOUS MONSOON KIDS’ WARDROBE

Like a sparkling jewel in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is a truly exotic destination for a family holiday. It offers year-round sunshine, minimal jetlag, incredible hotels with innovative kids’ clubs, and a vast range of family activities both in and out of the water. Nautical activities on the island, which is surrounded by stunning lagoons and reefs, include dolphin watching, Blue Safari Submarine excursions, an undersea walk, sea karting, waterskiing, glass-bottomed boats and catamaran cruises, scuba diving and snorkelling, big-game fishing, kitesurfing and windsurfing. And on land, it’s not all about the coast. Venture inland to the magical nature parks.

The Frédérica Nature Reserve, for example, offers breathtaking views, waterfalls and vast plains, where deer roam freely. Here, families can trek or opt for quad biking, a 4×4 discovery tour, a dedicated kids’ tour or even a jaunt on a Segway. Adventure parks feature everything from walking with lions to zip lining. A must is a visit to the spectacular Botanical Gardens. And there are plenty of museums and aquariums to keep little ones entertained. For a thrilling day out, take a helicopter trip for a bird’s eye view of the island’s turquoise lagoons and lush mountains. Above all, Mauritius is a friendly, multicultural island which welcomes kids with open arms. If you’ve never visited this Indian Ocean paradise before, its beauty will blow you away.

STYLISH KIDS ON HOLIDAY

Monsoon has launched a new tween sub-brand called Storm by Monsoon, perfect for eight- to 14-year-old girls. The range includes playsuits ideal for the beach and stylish prom dresses in scuba fabric or print, while the denim daywear features a much-coveted jumpsuit.

THE PRIZE

This is your chance to win a holiday to Mauritius with Virgin Holidays, staying seven nights at Maritim Crystals Beach Hotel in a family room on an all-inclusive basis for up to two adults and two children, including return flights with Air Mauritius and return private airport transfers, and £200 worth of Monsoon kids’ clothing vouchers.

 

COMPETITION CLOSES: 31 AUGUST 2015

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Kids Travel for just £399 in School Holidays

Virgin Holidays has just launched am 8-day offer where kids can travel in school holidays from just £399 to Jamaica, Antigua, Barbados, Mexico, Mauritius and Dubai.

The deal: Book your holiday with Virgin Holidays from 20-28 February 2014 to the above destinations and kids will travel from just £399.

Visit virginholidays.co.uk/special-offers/summer-kids for resorts, prices and availability.