Experience the best of both words with a two centre holiday.
The perfect combination holiday starts out by flying to Africa and experiencing the exhilaration of a safari. Being up close with elephants, lions and buffalo or listening to hyenas cackle at night is an experience like no other. Visit one of Africa’s great cities, take a wine tour or travel the Garden Route in South Africa, there is so much to explore before heading to Mauritius.
In Mauritius you can either flop on the beach and relax in the sun or take to the water and try your hand at water-skiing or kite surfing. Have a round of golf on some of the island’s top golf courses before having a lazy lunch overlooking the calm lagoon. End your day with relaxing spa treatment and let your mind, body and soul relax.
Few combinations capture the imagination quite like pairing the ancient drama of Istanbul with the paradise beaches of Mauritius. Begin your journey in Istanbul, where East meets West. Spend your days wandering the atmospheric lanes of the Grand Bazaar, marvelling at the breathtaking interior of the Blue Mosque and cruising the shimmering Bosphorus Strait. As the sun sets, settle into a rooftop restaurant and feast on mezes and grilled fish as the city's minarets light up the skyline.
After soaking up the culture, it's time to trade cobblestones for white sand as you head south to Mauritius. Here, the pace slows beautifully. Slip into the crystal-clear lagoons for a spot of snorkelling, take to the water on a catamaran, or simply settle into a sun lounger with a cocktail in hand. Round off each evening with a world-class spa treatment and a candlelit dinner overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Istanbul stirs the soul; Mauritius soothes it. Together, they make for an unforgettable twin centre holiday that has it all.
The flight to Mauritius is long but worth it once you step into your luxury resort. You can break the journey by stopping off in the Middle East as a few carriers fly via the region. We’d recommend flying to Mauritius first because if you do any shopping in the Middle East, you don’t have to cart it around with you. In Mauritius most hotels include a wide variety of complimentary water sports including water-skiing and sailing. Take advantage of these and the beautiful beaches before heading to the Middle East as you may opt for a city hotel.
Whether its Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Ajman there is no shortage of glitz and glamour. There are theme parks, water rides and aquariums to keep the whole family entertained. The choice of dining here is limitless and for those that like shopping, this is the place for you. You can also explore the rich culture by visiting the ancient souks or taking to the dunes to see how the caravans crossed the deserts.
