Have you ever been to paradise? ...I have...five times! Today it's closer and cheaper to get there than ever before. "Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and heaven was copied after Mauritius" wrote Mark Twain around a hundred years ago. Often toted as the Jewel of the Indian Ocean, this paradise island leaves nothing to be desired. The tranquil crystal clear waters, soft white sands, friendly lively people, beautiful wildlife, stunning waterfalls, mouthwatering cuisines, mountains and gorges are all just the tip of the iceberg. Mauritius is a multicultrual stew of the best parts of the world all rolled into one small island. A holiday here is guaranteed to leave you breathless and yearning to return time and time again.