FAR, FAR away

MAURITIUS

A wellness resort on a tropical island? It’s the perfect place to refresh.

‘Mauritius was made first and then heaven, heaven being copied after Mauritius.’ So wrote Mark Twain – and he was right. This island jewel in the Indian Ocean sits 20 degrees south of the equator, and its glorious weather makes it a year-round paradise. The south is densely tropical, with palms, ancient banyan trees, vines and flowers to enjoy along winding coastal roads.

Set amid the 2,500-acre Heritage resort, Hotel Le Telfair maintains a charming ‘village’ feel, with no buildings over two storeys high. Relax and refresh by the pool, with its ocean view, and watch the kite surfers move across the glittering water. Take a stroll up the beach, which is beautifully wild