Mauritius luksusmatka: Beachcomber Royal Palm & Maradiva Villas *****

Adrift in the Indian Ocean to the east of Madagascar, Mauritius is known for its dizzying beauty and tranquil isolation, both of which inspired the island's oceanfront Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury. Sheltered on the northwestern coast amidst lush gardens, the property is laid out so that all the suites face the lagoon, where guests enjoy complimentary water sports. Its pristine stretch of beach is as sparkling white as the uniforms of staff who know guests by name and can organise everything from a table at the gastronomic restaurant, La Goelette, to helicopter tours of the island. While the resort's acclaimed spa, amenities and activities are decidedly 21st-century, the views of the crystalline sea and the palm-lined coast could be plucked straight out of an 18th-century novel.

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is spread over 27 acres of nature with 750m of pristine beach on the serene West coast of Mauritius. The luxurious villas are light, spacious, elegantly furnished, and equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, indoor/outdoor living areas, hairdryers, private bathrooms and heated pools. Guests can enjoy dining at the on-site restaurants, serving delicious Mauritian, Mediterranean, Indian and Japanese cuisine or relaxing at one of the bars with a finely crafted cocktail. Additional amenities and services include direct beach access, beautiful gardens, expansive outdoor sitting areas, a fitness centre, a spa, a mid's club, a teen's game room, luxury transfers, parking and a reception.