Author: omtourism
“God created Mauritius first, and then made a copy which he called Heaven.” Mark Twain
Mauritius, a sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, will fascinate you. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so charming the scene is set for an unforgettable holiday. Here, you have the opportunity to experience unparalleled luxury: a level of refinement that is head and shoulders above that Read More …
Why Mauritius’ cuisine is a melting pot of European, African and punchy Asian flavours
Written by Neeta Lall Try our crocodile meat curry. It’s delicious.” The manager at The Hungry Crocodile restaurant at La Vanille Nature Park in south Mauritius, home to Nile crocodiles, Aldabra giant tortoises and other such exotica, urges me to dig into a creature I live in singular dread of. Yet, I capitulate. And sample the Read More …
The magic of Mauritius
Written by Neeta Lal With its crystal blue waters, powdery beaches and a tropical climate, Mauritius is a magnet for honeymooners and affluent jet setters, seeking the holy trinity of sun, sand and surf. But there’s so much more to this idyllic paradise, situated off the south-east coast of Africa, than coconuts and days upon Read More …
Indonesia targets 20 million tourists by 2029
With the launch of the direct flight form Mumbai to Jakarta by Garuda Indonesia, the tourism board now plans to focuses on the promotion of the country in India. Read the complete story…
VITO – New Delhi had exhibited at experiential talk event on 8-9th April 2017 at Sheraton Hotel, Saket.
VITO – New Delhi had exhibited at experiential talk event on 8-9th April 2017 at Sheraton Hotel, Saket. It was a two day event. There were 27 Exhibitors. VITO – New Delhi met more than 60 Travel Agents (FIT, MICE, and Weddings planners) and discussed about different places of interest in Indonesia beyond Bali. Vito Read More …
Mauritius records 15% growth in Indian arrivals in 2016
With 83,000 Indians visiting Mauritius in 2016, the island destination has recorded a growth of 15% from India, said Vivek Anand, Country Manager – India, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) at the seminar organised for the travel trade members of Mumbai. “We have noted an increasingly number of Indians travelling to Mauritius from Tier-II cities. Read More …
Eye for an Isle
Written by Neeta Lall The sun-drenched Mauritius is a multicultural melange with fine cuisines, great biodiversity and pristine beaches Look there. The lions will emerge from that gate and walk towards you. Stay calm. No shrieking or shouting, please.If you are scared, you can climb on top of each other, but don’t climb on me!“ Read More …
10 Places to Visit in Indonesia (That Aren’t Bali)
Written by Sebastian Modak The country’s Ministry of Tourism wants you to expand your horizons a little bit. The Indonesian island of Bali is known as “the Island of the Gods” for its unique position as the only Hindu-majority island in a Muslim-majority archipelago. But, it just as easily could have been given the title for that Read More …
From Gudi Padwa to Vesak Day, you must experience these festival celebrations
GUDI PADWA…. VESAK DAY RITUALS When: May 911, 2017 Celebrating Buddhism ‘s most holy event on Vesak 2561/2562, thousands of Buddhists from Indonesia and across the region will congregate at the magnificent Borobudur Temple in Central Java to take part in the series of rituals and ceremonies. While, the pinnacle of the ceremony will Read More …