In summer from October to May, the weather is great around the island. It is only from June to September that it is not recommended to be on the east coast, as it can get really windy with the South East Trade winds blowing stronger during that time.

Tips are a recognition of appreciation in Mauritius and by no means compulsory. Normally we would say 10% of the bill is a good amount in a restaurant. Or if you want to tip your guide, as from Rs 200 per day (as from Euro 5) is a reasonable

You do not need a lot of cash in Mauritius. Card payments are accepted almost everywhere. You may need cash to pay out a tip or if you are buying souvenirs at the market.

Typically in summer months from November to April, the days are longer. The sun rises as early as 05.00am and sets as from 06.30pm. Days are longer on the west coast. In winter, days are much shorter, with sunrise being as from 06.30am and sunset as from 05.40pm.

Mauritius has several amazing beach around the island. The east coast of the island hosts the largest lagoon of the island, with some amazing white sandy beaches. Belle Mare beach on that coast is one of the best, with an amazing lagoon. In the north and west coast, golden sandy beaches at Pereybere, Coin de Mire, Mont Choisy and Flic en Flac are worth a stop. In the south and south west, Le Morne beach, La Prairie, Saint Felix are beautiful. And in the south east, Blue Bay with its marine park is a must.

Nightlife in Mauritius is vibrant and happening on weekends, that is Friday and Saturday. Grand Baie in the North and Flic en Flac and Tamarin on the west coast are where the clubs and bars are situated. During summer, which is also high season for Mauritius, you will find open bars every day of the week, with Wednesdays being busier days. There are also clubbing events with International DJs organized monthly on the beach or smaller islands, which can be interesting.