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Kitesurfing - also known as kiteboarding - has been around in its present format since approximately 1997, and it didn't take long for Mauritius to gain a reputation as one of the best kitesurfing locations in the world.

There are plenty of amazing honeymoon packages that send newlyweds off for fun in the sun on the isle of Mauritius, and there is only one thing that could possibly be better than enjoying a honeymoon package on this gorgeous isle: actually holding the wedding on the sun-drenched Mauritian shores.

It isn't as hard as some people may think for non-Mauritian citizens to get married in Mauritius, and there are several companies that are based on the island and that specialize in organizing all that would be required for the wedding to take place.

The island paradise that is Mauritius is universally acknowledged to be one of the world's foremost honeymoon destinations, and honeymoon packages to Mauritius can be booked from all major international centers as well as such out of the way places like Bangalore, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

Mauritius is literally a water-lover's paradise, and holiday-makers can have fun in the sun for weeks on end windsurfing, sailing and taking leisurely trips in glass-bottomed boats. It is, however, the island's scuba diving opportunities that elevate it to one of the most renowned watersports venues in the world, and it's generally agreed that those who don't dive have seen only half of what the island has to offer.

The island of Mauritius is an Indian Ocean paradise and attracts thousands of tourists every year with its beautiful natural scenery, world-class seaside activities and French/Chinese/Indian culinary delights. Mauritius is also a golfers' haven and boasts many superb golf courses.

All Mauritian golf courses have as their backdrop the brilliant blue of the equatorial sky, the wondrous white of mountains of fluffy clouds and the gorgeous green of the palm fronds that sway slowly in the refreshing breeze.

There are three types of spa facilities in Mauritius. The first type of spa in Mauritius is the independent, stand alone spa center. These small day spas offer standard services such as massage, manicures, pedicures, facials and other basic spa services. Usually not affiliated with any hotels or resorts, these spas are the no frills option to spa services in Mauritius.

Deep sea fishing off the coast of Mauritus is quickly becoming an internationally recognized hotspot for game fishing aficionados. With multiple world fishing records for the catch of many fish including sharks, tuna, and blue marlin, this tiny country offers up big fish for the catching.

Founded in 1812, the Mauritius Turf Club is the third oldest active turf club in the world and is located in Port Louis. This turf club is home to the Champ de Mars course, a racing course that has grown from its humble origins into a well respected and internationally recognized racing course. This circular course began as a small, grass covered course but over the years it has been expanded to meet regulation race track lengths.