Mauritius the Island of my dream holidays
78Mauritius, the Island of my dreams
I watched a film 'Blue Lagoon' with Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins, when I was a little boy. I also watched many other films, which included magic scenery of tropical islands, wild tropical rain forests, colorful wild animals and plants, beautiful and rich coral reefs, crystal clear water, always laughing local inhabitants.
I have created many such heavenly, tropical retreats in my mind (imagination) for the times, when I was passing through many real problems of modern hectic and very demanding life style, which sometimes doesn't allow you even to breath properly. These little oasis of tranquility have been often helping me to continue my life-journey, even though, the situation had been very critical and even live threatening, sometimes.
I could switch to the silence of such moments or to the bird singing backgrounds of warm tropical gardens in my mind, almost instantly, and I am starting 'to suck new life energy', motivation, joy to change my current bad mood into something much more positive and feel-good.
Mauritius was and still is the Island of my dreams. There, I'd spent my best holidays ever, and I am going to regularly return to that Exotic Tropical Miracle in Indian Ocean for the rest of my life.
Just a thought about warm, green, charming Mauritius provides me with new, fresh energy and power, which I need in the big City of London to stay cool, calm, always smiling and ever inspiring to people around me, in-spite of traffic congestion everywhere, bad air, bad weather, crime and gang culture. I do dream about Mauritius!
Early Breakfast surrounded with wonderful birds
My Son loved early breakfasts surrounded by colorful birds
My son was 1.5 years old, when our little family visited Mauritius for the first time. He simply loved it. Wonderful warm water of Indian ocean, sunny, sandy beaches, many colorful little birds, beautiful flowers and many palm trees. My wife was still sleeping, when I took my son to the terrace of our wonderful hotel resort to have an early breakfast. Early mornings were not crowded at all. Maybe, a person here and there and wonderful, always smiling staff, who we learnt to call by their names. It is not so easy to keep a healthy baby, full of energy to stay close to the table, but there on the terrace, little red, green, blue and other birds came very close to our table. My son was so excited, but he soon realized, that these little birds didn't stay there, if he was running towards them. He learnt to sit at his tall baby chair at the table and to admire and to laugh to these naughty little birds, who were coming closer and closer to pick rice or bread crumbs.
I could recall these happy moments as some of the most wonderful moments of my entire life. I am so very grateful to Mauritius Island to allow me to experience its real tranquility and peace.
Many, many wondeful flowers
Mauritius Tea is my favorite one
I love tea, coffee or any other drinks, really. My work has always been somehow connected to food, drinks, catering, hospitality.
However, there is one sort of tea, which is my favorite one, and that is the Mauritius tea. There are amazing tea farms on the island, where tea plants are carefully nurtured, selected and finally blended and packed.
It is a strong 'black tea' - regular tea, with natural vanilla spice added. The combination gives truly amazing, velvety gentle taste. That is certainly my favorite tea and I love to add milk to make it even more 'velvety and smiling'. I've experienced there for the first time in my life, that you can really enjoy this tea throughout the day, no mater the weather temperature or the occasion. So many times I chose this tea, instead of any other much more exotic and bubbly drink at the tropical beach, as well.
Every day about 11am, I had a tea pot served in one of the most beautiful open terrace beach bars in Mauritius. Very old fashioned colonial style, wasn't it? Me, a lover of cold beer, drinking a hot tea on the tropical beach? Yes, I told you that Mauritius is a very special place, where things are just not the same as in the rest of the world.
There is even an official scientific study about the positive influence of Mauritius tea.
Palm Trees
Palm Trees and wild animals
My son's favorite book was a children's book about Palm trees. That book was following him almost anywhere. He had known a lot about palm trees before he visited the island for the first time at the age of 1.5years.
And again, Mauritius had been preparing another pleasant surprise for my son. There is a natural park with more than 75 different sorts of palm trees. Truly amazing garden resort, where we had spent some very nice time.
Mauritius is also a home to many interesting animal species from tinny, fast, colorful geckos to huge and gracious whales.
Mauritius and amazing food
I love Mauritian Food
You simply need to taste it! Fresh, fresh, fresh ingredients! From the most exotic sorts of fruit to the rich and numerous sea food delicacies and many, many more 'dishes to die for'. Chefs on the Mauritius island have really managed to touch me profoundly by their professional skills, which is an art. (I was a catering/hospitality professional, as well, and it was not so easy to impress me in this department, at all).
Beautiful Island of Mauritius
Sunset on Mauritius
Service of Air Mauritius was just amazing
We traveled from Venice to Paris, where we changed the plane to big, new Airbus of Air Mauritius. My personal experience with Air Mauritius staff was just amazing. Even though, we had a little kid, who was very curious, we managed to have a really pleasant flight and I need to say once more, that the girls were just fantastic. I believe, that was also the best possible introduction to the Mauritius island itself, before the real meeting.
From cold winter Europe to the warm and exotic Mauritius.
I've realized a bit later, that my first flight with Air Mauritius also meant my first direct contact with Mauritius tea - my favorite tea blend.
p.s.
It is really hard to find an outstanding Air line, these days, isn't it?
Coral Reef surrounds the Mauritius Island
Beautiful Coral Reef surrounds this little, exotic island. I was a bit deeper down there and I admired those colorful fish, crabs, shellfish and corals. Coral reef protects the island against the brutal force of the waves of Indian Ocean, and also allows very many animal and plant species to flourish all over the reef.
I was lucky to spend some hours down the reef among sunk ships and boats, where I had enjoyed beauty of colorful life forms, which are now heavily endangered by global warming and climate changes.
When I have decided to promote renewable energy sources much more intensively, I'd also had in mind all those fantastic and picturesque coral reefs around the world, who had already died, because of the very real and catastrophic effects of global warming and climate changes.
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Nice hub. Thsi sounds like a refreshing place for a vacation and the photos are beautiful.
Solarshingles, great hub, would love to visit Mauritius some day. Cheers.
I went to Hawaii as a teenager and didn't get to appreciate the place. I'd love to explore more tropical locations, too!
Hi, nice hub
I think Twain described it well, pure heaven !
Check out my hub at http://hubpages.com/hub/Mauritius-tourism
Yum! Sounds like a true bit of heaven here on earth. What a place to fully relax! And worlds different from London, which despite its coldish weather, is one of my favorite towns in the world!
Mauritius just sounds so beautiful and it sure looks like it is too!! another port of call i would love to fullfill!
:)
Beautiful pictures! Yes, it's indeed a fascinating place.I have a friend from Mauritius who once attempted to teach me French and Kreol for a bit , but either he was too impatient or I was too slow ,lol.Their language is so sweet that a foreigner might think they are singing,lol.Someday I hope to visit him there.Thanks for the great hub!
Thanks for the brief history of Mauritius , I will remember the spelling and yeah, we are still in touch.
It's real pleasure to read about your memories. Is that special tea anywhere available for sale on Internet auction? I feel pre-sold to buy a tin of it ;)
Id never realised that Mauritius was a tropical paradise until I moved to Perth - its only a few hours flight from here and there are direct connections. Its onl my travel to do list!
All I can say is wow! It looks like something dreams are certainly made of and I loved the photos of the little birds.
Great Hub1 I have never been to the Place but my friends say its GREAT! I wish that your wish would come true!
Chow! Bye!
nice and earthy hub. loved it. thanks for becoming my fan too
Beautiful hub you've created. I felt like I was there...the information was great and the pics are gorgeous. You sold me and I hope to go there someday. Good job.
I'd have to agree. A lot of time and energy went into this hub. Very high quality! Great job, solarshingles. Mauritius looks like a fantastic place to visit.
What a lovely description with beautiful illustrations. I could not visit this small paradise yet but soon I'll be there.
Very nice! A good place to start planning a vacation! Great article!
Boy did you give me an itch to fly! I definatley enjoyed reading your hu - felt like i could live vicariously through your experiences!!!
Whatever made you think (and even put it in writing) that you do not WRITE WELL?! You write with passion, dedication, knowledge, personal experience, emotional investment - and you have attracted such a huge crowd of admirers! Perhaps you might feel right about sitting down and RETHINKING - taking an inventory of your talents - and WRITING could very well come close to the top of your list.
There are many ways in which one can write - but nothing beats putting on paper personal experiences deeply felt in the heart. You have shown courage before - in so many ways in your life (even though you seem not to give yourself too much credit for it) - perhaps it is time to find the courage to pursue your real talent - THE TALENT TO WRITE from the heart.
you asked for advice:
please be more ACCEPTING of yourself. you are a valuable loving person who has important things to say - and there are people who would like to know hear and read what you have to say. Your life is worth telling it as a story (i can always help you as a profesional writing consultant - if you need techniques or clearing of obstacles to creativity)
i wish you the best of luck!
Hey there! I agree with Bozyslawa: You write very well, including this Hub--even though I feel the photos on this page are its true Crowning Glories (particularly the birds surrounding Early Breakfast). I'm reminded of one Christmas season perhaps 20 years ago. My parents were still with us but aging, and my two sisters suggested we three kids each write about the Ten Best Things our parents did when we were growing up.
That worked beautifully. Not once did we duplicate any story, illustrating how differently memories record supposedly similar events. But my point is this: My youngest sister, Harriet, a career R.N., sent HER stories to me to edit since she felt Big Brother (as the family's most published author) could "correct" her middling efforts. However, I could find nothing to change, not even a single bit of punctuation. Harriet writes every bit as well as either of her older siblings...but until that moment, she NEVER KNEW IT. So, now you know!
Also, before I forget: THANKS for the promotion you did for my basic website. Meant to toss you a salute yesterday, got involved in your Solar Shingles Hub, and...forgot.
Later,
Ghost32
I needed to warm up because it's cold and miserable outside today. I'm glad I saved reading your special memory hub for today because now I feel a bit warmer. Thank you for sharing your holiday.
kindest regards Zsuzsy
Many friends have told me about the beauty of Mauritus but after reading your hub I am truely convinced! Definitely will put it on my list of trips to save up for!! Thanks for the great hub
I agree the food in Mauritius is delicious, especially if you get invited to eat with the local people. Their everyday food combines exotic vegetables and spices in ways I've never tasted anywhere else. Far better than anything we tasted in the best hotel restaurants.
Sound like a wonderful place for a vaction - but sounds like you wouldn't want to come back home.
You write so well!!
I also enjoy tropical locations, but Polynesia is my favorite location. I enjoyed reading this hub about Mauritius and thank for including quality pictures and informative content. Excellent hub!
Thanks for your hub. I like travel and I can't say I prefer one place over the other. Our good Lord has made everything wonderful on this earth, the people, the climate, the food, the flora and fauna.
I have travelled from east to west and find that when you travel to a country, you become enamoured of it. You love the sights and sounds of that country and become more tolerant of its inhabitants whether they are black, white, yellow or brown.
Each has its beauty, and you only have to open your heart to appreciate it.
I have already shortlisted Mauritius as my honemoon destination - whenever I have one. Other contenders are Bali, Venice and Maldives. :)
I guess you are correct solar. They always are oh-so-smart when it comes to spending big bucks :) I will surely consult her whenever I have one. Sad, right now I am just shortlisting the locations in the hope that someone will fall for me soon :D
By the way, why not Venice? Because you will be around? :D
I've never been to a tropical island. You make it sound wonderful.
That is a wonderful hub. The photos are magnificent.
Have to put Mauritius Island on my travel log. Always looking for beauty & sunshine. Thanks.
Hi solarshingles,
Mauritius is a fantastic place. I visited the island twice - once on business and once enroute to Kenya on honeymoon.
If you like Mauritius, then you will love Seychelles - about 2.5 hours flight north of Mauritius.
I too see tropical islands in my fantasy vacation! I had never heard Mauritius until this Hub. Sounds beautiful :)
You´ve described it so beautifully that I´m puttin Mauritius on my list of dream destinations right away. Thanks.
Solarshingles,
Mauritius? Until now I had never even heard of the island, and now because of your beautiful description of it, I must search it out. You have made it seem like such a Heaven on Earth, much like Bali Ha'i from the musical "South Pacific." It is obvious that it too "calls to you!" I bet there are beautiful coral reefs and plenty of pristine beaches for a beach party or seclusion...Sounds amazing... Water and sun... two of my favorite things.
Thanks.
You made me dream again about all the places I want to visit. And I shall.
First Eagle, Thor Einar
Wow, what a gorgeous place. Thanks for posting such beautiful images.
Thanks also for your note to me from a little while back. I've been away and haven't been able to respond until now. Yes, I bet we could talk for hours on religion. I haven't studied at the Vatican, but I have spent some time in Rome, Greece and Turkey for classes. I appreciate your interest and kind words, and I look forward to reading more of your work here!
Solarshingles--this is such a lovely personal account. I feel that having read it, I have visited Mauritius too. I especially loved your description of breakfast with your baby son and all the birds and of course I found the food descriptions making me hungry. Nice to know Air Mauritius is still making flying a good experience.
An excellent hub, my friend. From how you've described the island of Mauritius, it's now become a must-go destination for me in future. Your choice and quality of photographs is commendable. Jolly good show, old chap!
Great Hub Mate.
Mauritius sounds absolutely beautiful! Great hub - makes me want to visit there. :-)
A highly detailed and evocative hub, SolarShingles - well done! Sounds as if you had a great time there - I also like your pictures. How long did it take to get there from London?
Mauritius is a an absolute dream destination. Thanks for a sharing a great hub.
You sold me.
Mauritius sounds amazing!
++ I agree, Blue Lagoon, is a good movie.
i am presently shopping for a honeymoon destination. I
After reading this hub, im looking forward to the next holiday season to start, so that i could visit this amazing place. Great work on the pictures and all the information.
Enjoyed reading your hub on Mauritius - a fascinating destination.
Nice job, your efforts answered al my questions. Thanks
Great work on this hub! I just returned from my honeymoon last week: we went to the Turks and Caicos Islands (British West Indies) for our Honeymoon for a week. My first time in the Caribbean and wow! First time snorkling - third largest reef network in the world is a good place to learn! Maybe next time it will be time to learn scuba!
Mauritius holds a very special place in my heart as it was my first trip abroad...and my honeymoon destination....its a land fromthe fairy tales...and im glad some1 shares my views on it...you hve manged to beautifully express the beauty of the land....so here's hoping 4 many more beautiful hubs from u..
It is so incredibly beautiful, isn't it? What I find great about your hub is how wonderfully well your words have managed to capture the spirit of the place. Mauritius should thank you for being such a great ambassador :)
If you like Mauritius, I'm sure you'll like the Maldives as well - it weaves the same kind of magical spell around you too - and yes, the great thing about these islands is that our kids have a great time there too!
Thanks for joining my Fan club. God bless you.
Hello u! I cam across yr hub over d net when searchin if its worthwhile 2sell items on ebay from the indian ocean...BTW gr8 hub! i reali reali appreciat wat u wrote koz i happnd 2b a mauritian!! lol :P ilov my island! its a must 2 go atleat once amonth 2 the beach!... :( yeah just once amonth kus i tan 2much kuz am asian! wat a pity! anyway, i wana add dat Mauritius is as beautiful n charming because olso of u peopl (tourists) who bring along wiz u kindness n hapiness to our small island. i like 2 com across tourists on the road kuz they r olways kind n hapi!...which put a smile on my face even if i had a rough day! lol
hmm well, i wantd2no if i sell stuff on ebay, do u fink it wud b worthwhile sellin mauritian (bois cheri) tea?? thnkx in adv
Very nice article. I enjoyedreading all of the comments as well.
Mauritis sounds absolutely beautiful and amazing, I to have a son and we would adore the birds and the palm trees, it is a trip that must be taken. :)
Beautiful hub, beautiful place. Thank you for all the excellent information, and especially for the excitement about traveling to such an exotic spot. Ah, the beach, sun… Sigh!
Nice hub ! Thanks for sharing :)
Nice hub ! thanks for sharing :)
I really enjoyed this - sounds like an absolutely wonderful holiday.
Hey there!!!!
I'm from Mauritius...Hope to see all of you hehe
You can contact me through my email for any info
capsevents@myt.mu
very nice report from mauritius!
thanks for that
Thank you so much for sharing! Me and my husband put Mauritius on our list of places we wanna visit. So romantic!
Looks beautiful.
I heard about this place. Now I have a glimpse of what it looks like. Great hub!
You've inspired me with your heartwarming portrait of your visit to Mauritius! I've never traveled abroad - I want Mauritius to be my first island destination.
Nice Hub. Thanks for the information.
I thinks Mauritus is a beautiful Island. NIce to go there. thanks for great informations.
Ya u r all right mates...bcz i live in Mauritis n the view of here....Wow beautiful.....it is paradise island....the fresh air hmmmm!!!the beach....the birds...BEAUTIFUL..i request all of u to visit my island!!!!
Wow - I started to relax just reading your description of the island. It sounds great!
Take me with you when you go! lol
Great hub!
Thank you for sharing your paradise
well guys i must say that am very lucky to be living in such a beautiful country
nice hub..great places to unwind^^
Vivid and special article. Reading it was like taking a mini vacation. You brought your favorite island to life. Thank you.
I'm glad you included the importance of helping to preserve these habitats.
I think this is stupid it was were humans killed all of the dodo bird, i am shock that you do not care at all!!
You are soooo lucky. Its one of my wishes to visit mauritius while I am still young. Thank you for sharing.
Sounds lovely ...
I am happy that i am living in such paradise
Yes ,it is Great
You reminded me of Paradise on Earth.I like it.It s very well written.
Bhanu
I, myself, am a resident of Mauritius. Sir, you couldn't have described our li'l island better. ^^
If simply put- you've taken our island on an ethereal platform. ^^
Have a wonderful stay to all those who plan to fly off to MRU someday :)
am very happy n i feel proud 2 live in mauritius paradisr
elowww everyone.. ^^ thanks hub for this wonderful description of ile Maurice.. I am a Mauritian and I absolutely love the way you've described every little detail..I feel so happy and proud to say that the place that you guys call as paradise as my home..xxx












































































Bob Ewing Level 3 Commenter 4 years ago
It sounds and looks like a great destination.