Mauritius - the Beachcomber way !
We flew out with Emirates and got to experience their business class product. As I flew from Dublin I was able to experience business class on both the B777 & A380 products which were great.
Beachcomber were the 1st Hotel company on Mauritius Island and as such have some fantastic locations for their 8 properties there. Sometimes as can be with trips we take for work, we can spend a lot of time seeing lots of different hotels and lots of different rooms types etc... however this was very different.
We got to really enjoy our surroundings. Mauritius has lots to offer - for all age ranges and client preferences. We took a tour of Port Louis and saw the local markets, there was a day trip to Casela National Park included, but probably one of the highlights of the trip was a Sunset Catamaran Cruise that was arranged for us.
We literally stepped off the beach right from Paradis, into our waiting speedboats, we were then whisked out to open water to meet our fabulous Catamaran that was waiting for us. We got to watch the Sunset in the middle of the ocean, and it was something we will all remember forever.
The hotel was great - lovely grounds to walk through to get from your room to many reception and pool areas. We all had our own rooms - and the balconies in Paradis are probably some of the largest balconies I have seen - so much space and are particularly great if you have friends travelling together and want to have a seating area to use for an aperitif etc.
The main restaurant in the hotel is buffet style and it really does cater for all tastes - there are of course A La carte restaurants too ! There is free wifi throughout the resort - which is something that is becoming so important for those considering holidays.
The service levels at Paradis and the sister hotel Dinarobin right next door really are second to none and from hearing reports on all other Beachcomber properties from colleagues, I can tell that his really is the ethos of the brand.
On our last night, our hosts arranged for us to have a private meal together in one of the Private Villas on the Paradis estate - it was amazing. Paradis villas are perfect for those that want more space and some seclusion. We were all left with such amazing memories from our time in Paradis. I have sent clients to their properties before - always having good feedback, but now having experienced this for myself I am so excited to send more clients there - to build some fantastic memories of your own !
Mauritius is great as a single centre holiday - but also works well with a stop in Dubai if you are using Emirates flights. From Northern Ireland or Southern Ireland, this is a great way to go - great airline and good airfares !
Weddings and honeymoons are really well catered for too in Mauritius - and if you do decide to get married in one of the Beachcomber hotels you can be assured that you will be the only wedding that day ! No bumping into another bride around the hotel grounds :)
If you like the sound of this and would be interested in experiencing it for yourself - please don't hesitate to get in touch.