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ust a short four-hour flight from South Africa, Mauritius is the perfect holiday destination – and it’s visa-free. With its beautiful beaches, luxury hotels, and so much more, there is definitely something for everyone – from relaxing spa treatments and great shopping, to delicious street food, world-class golf courses and action-packed watersports. Holidays can be pricey, but booking a dream holiday to this idyllic destination has never been easier with the help of the recently-launched Flight Centre Travel Stokvel concept. A communal savings scheme such as a stokvel is a wellaccepted concept among South Africans and is a reliable way of saving. Holiday travel is typically an activity best shared with family or friends. Getting a group together to help save for a holiday in advance using a stokvel provides exciting travel opportunities for those who may not have been able to travel previously. The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius is as exotic as it is safe and comfortable, with many adventure activity options to try out beyond the hotel.
Walk amid vibrant villages and make friends with the locals, explore street markets and iconic landmarks and soak up the authentic culture and history of the island. Discover a mosaic of different cultures, each with its own crafts and cuisines waiting to be sampled. With its wealth of luxury, beauty and culture, and a variety of sporting and adventure experiences, Mauritius really offers something for everyone. So what are you waiting for? Once you have arrived on the island and settled into your hotel of choice, why not catch a local bus, ride a bike, hop on a scooter, take a taxi, or just simply walk – and discover that there is so much more to explore, experience and enjoy in Mauritius beyond the beautiful white beaches and many hotel facilities. For a privileged encounter with this peaceful and welcoming island and its warm and culturally tolerant people, take your next journey to Mauritius and let us show you all the wonderful things you can experience on this paradise island. #RatherbeinMauritius www.ratherbeinmauritius.co.za
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