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Mauritius, Rodrigues & Reunion, 6th: The Bradt Travel Guide
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Product Description
Renowned as a "dream holiday" destination, the Mascarene Islands also offer outdoor exploring opportunities aplenty, such as cycling, mountain hiking, and canyoning. Local national parks boast some of the world's rarest birds, making this guide's up-to-date coverage on conservation an essential feature for naturalists. Watersports are at the top of many visitor's agendas, and the whole range of options are covered, from diving and snorkeling around coral reefs to deep-sea marlin fishing.
Features include:
>Details of hotels and restaurants for all tastes and budgets
>What to see and do on Mauritius, Rodrigues, and Réunion island on a thorough region-by-region basis
>Excellent coverage of watersports and adventure activities, including hiking
>Conservation and nature reserves
>Port St. Louis in depth, colorful festivals, and markets
Features include:
>Details of hotels and restaurants for all tastes and budgets
>What to see and do on Mauritius, Rodrigues, and Réunion island on a thorough region-by-region basis
>Excellent coverage of watersports and adventure activities, including hiking
>Conservation and nature reserves
>Port St. Louis in depth, colorful festivals, and markets
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #920897 in Books
- Published on: 2006-08-01
- Original language: English
- Binding: Paperback
- 360 pages
Editorial Reviews
Review
"A splendid treasure house of practical, historical and geographical information." Sun International, Mauritius "Travel writers Royston Ellis and Derek Schuurman have combined their keen exploratory, natural history and cultural insights with a wealth of practical information." Sillhouette, Air Seychelles inflight magazine "Good reading, packed with information." Birmingham Post
From the Back Cover
Dazzling turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and waving palm trees--the Mascarene Isles are a tropical paradise. Beyond the stunning coastline discover the colorful markets and translucent lagoons of Mauritius; explore Réunion's jagged landscape forged during millions of years of volcanic activity; or simply relax and enjoy the friendly intimacy of Rodrigues.
In this sixth, fully updated edition of Bradt's Mauritius, Rodrigues & Réunion, Alexandra Richards guides you through these three distinct and charming islands to ensure you get the most out of your dream getaway. For the thrill seeker, the honeymooner, the nature lover, or the geologist, the Mascarenes are unrivalled.
*Beach hotels, bijou hotels, bargain hotels
*Creole menu specialties--eat out with confidence
*The best diving, snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing
*Adventure--canyoning, skydiving, and more
*Nature reserves, wildlife, and hiking trails
*Festivals and culture in detail
About the Author
Alexandra Richards is a well-traveled linguist whose experience includes teaching on the island of Réunion. Original author Royston Ellis is an Indian Ocean travel expert who has also written Bradt's Sri Lanka and Maldives. Tour operator and natural historian Derek Schuurman has also contributed to this guide.
