After two 12 hour flights, Athena and I have arrived in Mauritius for a family vacation. We were exhausted yesterday but managed to take a few photos and have a nice dinner before heading to bed. Our schedule is packed full of family fun adventures and unique experiences so stay tuned for 9 days in a tropical Paradise.
While we’re here, we’ll be staying at Constance Belle Mare Plage and Constance Le Prince. We didn’t get to explore the first property too much yesterday but have a full day tomorrow to stay, play, and relax. We did take a few photos of the pools here before it got too late.
Here is the main pool from the reception area. One of my favorite views at any hotel is when the ocean sits just in front of the pool and they are the same color. Stunning!
We haven’t gone in for a dip yet but we’ll be sure to make our way in today. It’s going to be a hot, sunny day so we’ll have plenty of opportunity.
At night, we enjoyed La Citronnelle’s buffet and a walk around the grounds before climbing into our king-sized bed and drifting off to dreamland.
The lineup for this trip includes a photo safari, petting zoo, submarine, catamaran, crocodile park, beaches, pools, and a few surprises. Athena is already asking if she can pet lions and swim with dolphins. I’m going to have my hands full with this adventurous child.
Bucket List Publications 
Looking forward to your reporting and Athena’s reactions!
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It’s great to be traveling with her again. Although Antarctica was the greatest travel adventure, I missed Athena dearly. It was very difficult to be without her. Now, we’re happily back to family fun 🙂
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I will be living vicariously through you these next few days. Very excited to see what’s next…
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Have you ever been to Mauritius? It’s such a beautiful country with so many activities for the entire family. We’re really having a fantastic time.
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I must say I have never been but after seeing the wonderful information you are sharing I can definitely say it is on my list of places to see. At this point I can’t even seem to make it to my house in Florida for a little fun in the sun 😦
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Enjoy and be safe!
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Been to over 70 countries.. Mauritius is one of my favorite for the attention to service and the excellence in accommodations. While the General populations has command of 3 languages (French, English and Hindi) most in the tourism industry speak a fourth as well. The Model Ship Building craftsmen are exceptional and when I was there I found great bargains on Cashmere garments. The Crab is usually caught that day and is delicious. Never liked in USA again after that. I stayed at the Le Prince Maurice for vaca.. and Labordonaise for business, Staff is always friendly, helpful and courteous. I am certain you will enjoy. HAVE FUN!
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I will be at Le Prince Maurice in a couple days. I hear such wonderful things; I’m very excited. It is amazing here at Belle Mare Plage as well. The dining is delectable.
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Whatever pics I’ve seen so far of Mauritius look like a DREAM. Enjoy your stay! 🙂
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It is even better in person. On Wednesday I will see more of the country. I’ll be sure to post lots of pictures. 🙂
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Totally envious, as have worked with a number of Mauritius crew, but never yet made it for a visit. Definitely on the bucket list for our future travels. Looking forward to your future posts.
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I have a ton of cool things planned all over the country. I’m sure I’ll have lots to share. 🙂
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Reblogged this on RoadNet Travel and commented:
Mauritius will enchant you, will uplift your soul, making you feel that you belong to the chosen few. Every visitor enjoys personal attention. Every encounter is an opportunity to discover a friendly face. Behind each smile lies the promise of a unique holiday. The contrast of a multitude of colours and tastes, the island, set in its turquoise sea, is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Mauritius, a melting pot where past and present are smoothly blended together, offers an essential beauty that will compel to return to its shores time and time again. May your stay with us remain engraved in your memory forever.
Source: http://www.mauritius.net/index.php
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It sure looks beautiful and will look forward to future posts and Athena’s reaction. When I first looked at the picture couldn’t over the extreme from Antarctica to Mauritius temperature wise. Won’t get cold swimming here 🙂
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It’s a shock to my system going from one extreme to the other but such an amazing adventure. I can’t believe in the last month I’ve been in North America, South America, Europa, and Africa! This is my dream life 🙂
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So happy for you!
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Quite a contrast from your last adventure
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Yep, from the icy glaciers of Antarctica to the turquoise waters of Mauritius. It has been a fantastic month. Which would you prefer?
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We are all going to be GREEN with envy, it looks amazing . Have fun 🙂
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Have you ever been to Mauritius? Do you prefer hot or cold travel destinations?
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No, never been there! As I now live in Spain we tend to enjoy city breaks for galleries and plays etc, rather than going for hot, beach type holidays.
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Athena is a chip off the old block. Sounds like this will be a wonderful vacation. I look forward to more. 🙂
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Every day she continues to surprise me with her courage and adventurous spirit. I’m the luckiest mommy alive 🙂
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❤ ❤ ❤
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From one extreme of weather to another! The plane hours must be a couple of posts in themselves. How does Athena cope with that much ditting?
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Both flights to get here were over night flights. She slept most of the time. We had 6 hours in Paris in between. I made sure we ran around the whole airport multiple times to keep her moving and make her tired. It worked for the most part.
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You are encouraging her to tell you her memories so you can write them down? It would be so amazing if one day you and Athena wrote a Mom and Daughter Travel Tales.
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WE chat every night about the adventures from that day. I write down her perspective regularly and then share it with her. I’m hoping that it will keep these memories fresh as she gets older. We’ll see 😉
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Ha-sitting…
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I was exhausted after shoveling snow for two weeks in frigid temperatures LOL
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A bit of a change from the arctic, eh. 🙂 –Curt
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Mauritius is a huge change even from California. I love exploring new countries. Have you been here before, Curt?
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Stunning! Enjoy your trip!
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Nice you finally made it to Mauritius 😛 here a little guide http://www.mauritiusisland.co don’t forget to visit Ile aux Cerfs Island, that’s an amazing place that give a new meaning to paradise
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I think I go there during a catamaran tour. Does that sound right?
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What a fantastic place to stay. Many thanx for sharing your adventures. Enjoy.
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This spot looks amazing. Enjoy!
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Lovely! We’ve never been to Mauritius and we’ve haven’t stayed on anything classier than a backpacker’s inn or bread and breakfast! Hehehe! Hopefully one day, we can try staying in a first class resort like this. 🙂
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Your blog is haven
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nice hotel
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