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 Mauritius,
a supremely sublime and faraway honeymoon destination,
will truly transport you to heaven on earth.
This beautiful island embodies the glamour and
opulence sought after by jet setters worldwide.
After a 12-hour flight south from Paris, you
will be met at the Mauritius airport by your
private driver who will escort you to the first
of two amazing, but wildly different resorts.
 As
you make your way through green fields of sugar
cane, red earth thick with banyan trees, and
air heavily scented with bougainvillea, your
first stop will be the Fellini-esque, Mediterranean-inspired
Le Touessrok Resort. After
arrival, you will be shown to one of the resort's
brand new, sea-facing junior suites, located
on private Frangipani Island. At your fingertips
are a wealth of resort activities, including
two pools, every imaginable water sport, tennis,
and championship golf on its own island. To
set the proper mood for this special trip, you
can indulge in pampering treatments like the
four-hand Ylang Ylang couples massage at the
Givenchy spa.
 Seeking
more tranquility? Take a boat over to Le Touessrok's
private desert island, Îlot Mangénie. Here you
can soak in the delight of being on your own
island oasis - of course, personal service is
never too far away with beach butlers spritzing
Evian rose water and serving icy Mauritian Phoenix
beer alongside a platter of grilled prawns.
Does it get any better than this?
 While
it may be difficult to pull yourself away from
the resort, Mauritius is an island worth exploring.
How about an adventure safari aboard a Land
Rover as you travel through the mountains of
the Domaine Les Pailles? The excitement of off
road trekking in this nature reserve will be
heightened when you spot macaque monkeys and
colorful tropical birds overhead.
Or
perhaps you're in the mood for something a little
mellower? Take advantage of the dozens of inexpensive
luxury shops, selling everything from fine cashmere
sweaters to sparkling gems and gold. Make sure
to wander through the Le Bazar central de Port-Louis
and bargain for everything from t-shirts to
intricately crafted ships-in-a-bottle. If all
this activity works up your appetite, you will
find endless cuisine choices, from authentic
Indian curries to delicious French pastries.
 Now
that you have had a chance to unwind, enjoy
resort life, and even do a little sightseeing,
it's time to increase the luxury quotient. Pack
your bags, meet your personal driver, and make
your way to the world famous Le Prince Maurice
hotel. Here you will be staying in a romantic
Senior Suite, designed in the style of a traditional
long house, complete with a thatched roof, teak
floors, walls splashed with saffron, and plenty
of beautiful colored textiles. Your luxurious
1400 sq. ft. abode comes complete with a private
plunge pool overlooking the white sand beach
and luminous blue lagoon.
 Wrapped
in such serenity, you may need to counter your
instinct just to venture outside the room! Don't
fight it. Take the time to soak in the warmth
of your surroundings, and of each other. Lounge
in your pool with a good book. Dig your toes
into the soft white sand. Spoil yourselves with
an opulent Ayurveda couples massage at the House
of Guerlain Spa. As night falls, a private sailing
excursion will provide a new perspective of
the island as you dine under the stars.
Your
final day or two can be spent meandering through
lush and dewy forests, exploring local sugar
plantations, doing some last minute shopping,
or simply soaking up the sumptuousness of Le
Prince Maurice. As
you depart for the airport, ambling through
sleepy seaside villages with long French names
and passing by intricate Hindu Temples, you
may find it next to impossible not to start
plotting a quick return to this magical island.
An anniversary getaway in the making.
Who
will enjoy
this trip
Discriminating couples who appreciate exclusive
resorts where they'll be spoiled and pampered
like celebrities. Couples who enjoy luxury goods
shopping, see-and-be seen nightlife, and a more
social environment. Those who want more than
just a secluded beach. This journey can also
be combined with a stopover in Paris.
Who
should avoid this trip
Couples looking for something a little more
laid back and understated. Those who prefer
less developed destinations and more seclusion.
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Sea
facing Junior Suite