Want your Wedding in Mauritius? Here are useful information you will need to make it possible.
While some couples may choose to tie the knot on a remote island off the Mauritian coast, on board a yacht, or even underwater, the majority opt for a ceremony in their hotel. Among the most popular hotels are the picturesque Trou aux Biches, the luxurious Royal Palm, Prince Maurice, Dinarobin and Le Touessrok, Shandrani, The Residence, Belle Mare Plage, Beau Rivage, Paradise Cove, Maritim Hotel, Legends and La Pirogue, with weddings taking place on the beach or at a decorated location in the hotel's grounds.
Marrying in Mauritius is easy. Both bride and groom have to be over 18 (or have legal parental consent).
2 copies of the following documents must be sent 8 weeks ahead of the wedding date to the Tour Operator:
- Completed application form for non-residents to marry
- 10-year valid Passports - Birth certificates
- Decree absolute (if divorced)
- Deed poll (if your name has changed)
- Death certificate & previous marriage certificate if widowed
- 2 passport-size photographs each
Documents not in English must be translated into English and duly stamped. Documents arriving less than 8 weeks before the wedding may incur charges. You must take with you the originals of all the above documents as your wedding may have to be cancelled if all documents are not presented.
And a little Mauritian red tape before the confetti... if the bride-to-be has been divorced in the last 10 months, she will need a Mauritian doctor's certificate of non-pregnancy.
Couples need to be on the island 3 working days prior to the ceremony and most hotels require a minimum stay of 7 nights.
Before the big day, a visit to Port Louis will be arranged to sign affidavits.
There is a professional Tour Operator here in Mauritius that can take care of all these for you. Just visit Mauritius Holidays and get in contact with them. Mauritius Holidays team will give you all the help to make this special event the most successful Wedding in Mauritius.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Belle Mare Plage Hotel Mauritius
Belle Mare Plage Hotel is situated along one of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast of Mauritius, offer an extensive range of amenities. It is an ideal location for novice or professional golfers with its two 18-hole Championship Golf Courses.
The resort is situated directly on a 2 km long white sandy beach. Set in tropical gardens of almost 15 hectares. Two 18 holes Championship golf courses stretch for another 140 hectares. The beach is protected by an offshore coral reef making it ideal for swimming, watersports and snorkelling.
Accommodation
92 PRESTIGE ROOMS (45 sq. m)
Distributed in 3 levels (Ground Floor, First Floor and Second Floor), the 92 sea facing prestige rooms are located on the south wing of the resort. Each room has access to a private balcony and some directly overlook the swimming pool. Its area provides enough comfortable space to accommodate a maximum of 3 persons. Interconnecting prestige rooms are available for families.
137 JUNIOR SUITES (68 sq. m)
The 137 newly built Junior Suites (41 Beachfront & 96 Seaview) are nestled in the north wing of the Resort. Its bedroom with its exclusive decor provides a unique accommodation experience. A private and furnished balcony or terrace will tend to retain you in your suite. Ground floor and first floor inter leading Junior Suites are available as well as 2 Junior Suites that cater for disabled guests.
6 DELUXE SUITES (96 sq. m)
Our 6 ocean view Deluxe Suites are all located in the south wing. Every Deluxe Suite has a separate living room and has an optional feature of being connected to a Prestige room, which is suitable for families.
20 VILLAS WITH PRIVATE POOL
The villas of Belle Mare Plage The Resort are the embodiment of a new art of living. The 20 Villas of 375 to 525 sq.m (with 2 to 3 bedrooms) evoke feelings of romance and timelessness. With a lounge and outside relaxing areas overlooking your private pool, the Villas offer a layout and a living space that cannot be equalled. The restauration within the villas are personalised thanks to the Villa Master. The landscaping surrounding the Villas is enhanced by small lakes, frangipani and coconut groves.
PRESIDENTIAL VILLA
This unique Villa within an exclusive location comprises of 2 ground floor rooms and first master bedroom as well as a living & dining room and a kitchen which guarantees complete privacy. With its private pool and spacious veranda, the Presidential Villa offers 650 m2 of living, and exterior exclusive space in a peaceful location far from main hotel building. Two Villa masters are permanently at the service of the guests during their stay.
FACILITIES
All rooms and suites are comfortably furnished in a modern wood & marble style, featuring a terrace / balcony, bathroom, a sitting area, air conditioning, comprising separate shower/bath/wc, double vanities, hair-dryer, TV with DVD (Villas only), Satellite TV channels, music channels, play-station II (for rental - Villas only), free high speed ADSL internet connection, minibar, individual safe, room service 24/24 hrs, tea and coffee facilities in Junior suites.
A fully qualified Villa Master is appointed to each villa. All aspects of service are personalised inorder to anticipate your needs. The Villa Master will protect your privacy and remain at your disposal from the day of your arrival to your departure.
SERVICES & ACTIVITIES
SERVICES
The " One Touch Service".
For your comfort and convenience, our
24-Hour "One Touch Service" is available for any prompt
assistance and quick intervention you may need.
Please take full advantage of the "One Touch Service"
ACTIVITIES
Our Boat House offers a wide range of
water sports activities and is located directly on the beach
opposite the Junior Suites.
CHRONOLOGY
The Legendary Golf Course
For a Legend to triumph it surely has to present constant evidence of its renowned reputation. The Legend Golf Course at Belle Mare Plage has fulfilled all expectations, making all that has been said and written about it since 1994, truly legendary.
Stay at Belle Mare Plage The Resort and play golf for FREE on The Legend and The Links Courses!
SPA Constance Belle Mare Plage
SHISEIDO
Energise body and mind with Shiseido’s Qi method in a place of exceptional beauty and comfort at the Shiseido Pavilion of the Belle Mare Plage . True beauty comes from a harmony between body and mind meaning that cosmetic care should not only be concerned with optimal skin condition, but also total well-being.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
"Le Spa de Constance" is a perfect place for total relaxation.
Discover the serenity and calmness of the treatments and massages, inspired from natural elements.
RESTAURANTS & BARS
RESTAURANTS
At Constance Belle Mare Plage every meal is a reason to celebrate.
LA CITRONNELLE
BUFFET
Main restaurant (350 seats) overlooking the beach and pool, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (food court in buffet style). This restaurant serves tropical and Italian buffets, grills and seafood with a hint of flavours and Mauritian Terroir. La Citronelle serves breakfast and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere with few tables in partitioned area for more intimate dining. Kids corner with separate buffet, accompanied by our hostesses.
LA SPIAGGIA
MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
La Spiaggia restaurant is situated in a private corner near the Villas. It offers a gastronomic cuisine. Chef Stephan Baussaurd invites you to experience its finest cuisine with a blend of italian and fresh island products.
DEER HUNTER
TROPICAL CUISINE
The (80 seats) restaurant is located at the golf clubhouse. It is open for breakfast, lunch and a la carte dinner. Our chef Mike Payenmootoo offers exclusive European cuisine combined with a Mauritian flavour, in a fine dining ambiance. A half-board menu is also available every day for dinner (reservations required due to limited capacity). Continental breakfast buffet is also available for early golfers.
THE SWING
SNACK AND SALAD
Situated at the Links Golf Club, the restaurant overlooks the magnificent golfcourse. Open for lunch only it offers a selection of sandwiches and salads.
INDIGO BEACH
SEAFOOD AND SNACK
Beachside restaurant (80 seats), open only for lunch and for special evenings such as lobster. The restaurant is perfectly situated at the water's edge, offering a splendid view of the lagoon. Ordering your food and drinks without leaving your sun bed is possible.
LA KAZE
SALAD BAR AND GRILL
Beach restaurant, situated near the Prestige rooms, serves a variety of snacks, salads, sandwiches, grilled dishes, pizzas and light meals.
Afternoon tea and pancakes are available.
BARS
Beautiful atmosphere, cool and sophisticated inside.
COCKTAIL BAR
Main bar located in the main building, the Cocktail bar is an ideal meeting point for our hotel guests both during daytime and in the evening. Live entertainment every evening.
DEER HUNTER BAR
Bar located at the club house, it overlooks our fabulous "Java Deer" scenery. A meeting point for every golfers.
THE SPIAGGIA BAR
Beachside bar set on a wooden deck. The ultimate rendez-vous for cocktail lovers.
INDIGO BEACH BAR
Next to the beach, the ultimate meeting point for beach lovers. Enjoy your drinks in a relax and cool atmosphere.
THE SWING BAR
Located on the upper hills, the new Swing bar overview the magnificient golf course. The ideal place to enjoy a "scotch on the rocks".
The resort is situated directly on a 2 km long white sandy beach. Set in tropical gardens of almost 15 hectares. Two 18 holes Championship golf courses stretch for another 140 hectares. The beach is protected by an offshore coral reef making it ideal for swimming, watersports and snorkelling.
Accommodation
92 PRESTIGE ROOMS (45 sq. m)
Distributed in 3 levels (Ground Floor, First Floor and Second Floor), the 92 sea facing prestige rooms are located on the south wing of the resort. Each room has access to a private balcony and some directly overlook the swimming pool. Its area provides enough comfortable space to accommodate a maximum of 3 persons. Interconnecting prestige rooms are available for families.
137 JUNIOR SUITES (68 sq. m)
The 137 newly built Junior Suites (41 Beachfront & 96 Seaview) are nestled in the north wing of the Resort. Its bedroom with its exclusive decor provides a unique accommodation experience. A private and furnished balcony or terrace will tend to retain you in your suite. Ground floor and first floor inter leading Junior Suites are available as well as 2 Junior Suites that cater for disabled guests.
6 DELUXE SUITES (96 sq. m)
Our 6 ocean view Deluxe Suites are all located in the south wing. Every Deluxe Suite has a separate living room and has an optional feature of being connected to a Prestige room, which is suitable for families.
20 VILLAS WITH PRIVATE POOL
The villas of Belle Mare Plage The Resort are the embodiment of a new art of living. The 20 Villas of 375 to 525 sq.m (with 2 to 3 bedrooms) evoke feelings of romance and timelessness. With a lounge and outside relaxing areas overlooking your private pool, the Villas offer a layout and a living space that cannot be equalled. The restauration within the villas are personalised thanks to the Villa Master. The landscaping surrounding the Villas is enhanced by small lakes, frangipani and coconut groves.
PRESIDENTIAL VILLA
This unique Villa within an exclusive location comprises of 2 ground floor rooms and first master bedroom as well as a living & dining room and a kitchen which guarantees complete privacy. With its private pool and spacious veranda, the Presidential Villa offers 650 m2 of living, and exterior exclusive space in a peaceful location far from main hotel building. Two Villa masters are permanently at the service of the guests during their stay.
FACILITIES
All rooms and suites are comfortably furnished in a modern wood & marble style, featuring a terrace / balcony, bathroom, a sitting area, air conditioning, comprising separate shower/bath/wc, double vanities, hair-dryer, TV with DVD (Villas only), Satellite TV channels, music channels, play-station II (for rental - Villas only), free high speed ADSL internet connection, minibar, individual safe, room service 24/24 hrs, tea and coffee facilities in Junior suites.
A fully qualified Villa Master is appointed to each villa. All aspects of service are personalised inorder to anticipate your needs. The Villa Master will protect your privacy and remain at your disposal from the day of your arrival to your departure.
SERVICES & ACTIVITIES
SERVICES
The " One Touch Service".
For your comfort and convenience, our
24-Hour "One Touch Service" is available for any prompt
assistance and quick intervention you may need.
Please take full advantage of the "One Touch Service"
ACTIVITIES
Our Boat House offers a wide range of
water sports activities and is located directly on the beach
opposite the Junior Suites.
CHRONOLOGY
The Legendary Golf Course
For a Legend to triumph it surely has to present constant evidence of its renowned reputation. The Legend Golf Course at Belle Mare Plage has fulfilled all expectations, making all that has been said and written about it since 1994, truly legendary.
Stay at Belle Mare Plage The Resort and play golf for FREE on The Legend and The Links Courses!
SPA Constance Belle Mare Plage
SHISEIDO
Energise body and mind with Shiseido’s Qi method in a place of exceptional beauty and comfort at the Shiseido Pavilion of the Belle Mare Plage . True beauty comes from a harmony between body and mind meaning that cosmetic care should not only be concerned with optimal skin condition, but also total well-being.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
"Le Spa de Constance" is a perfect place for total relaxation.
Discover the serenity and calmness of the treatments and massages, inspired from natural elements.
RESTAURANTS & BARS
RESTAURANTS
At Constance Belle Mare Plage every meal is a reason to celebrate.
LA CITRONNELLE
BUFFET
Main restaurant (350 seats) overlooking the beach and pool, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (food court in buffet style). This restaurant serves tropical and Italian buffets, grills and seafood with a hint of flavours and Mauritian Terroir. La Citronelle serves breakfast and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere with few tables in partitioned area for more intimate dining. Kids corner with separate buffet, accompanied by our hostesses.
LA SPIAGGIA
MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
La Spiaggia restaurant is situated in a private corner near the Villas. It offers a gastronomic cuisine. Chef Stephan Baussaurd invites you to experience its finest cuisine with a blend of italian and fresh island products.
DEER HUNTER
TROPICAL CUISINE
The (80 seats) restaurant is located at the golf clubhouse. It is open for breakfast, lunch and a la carte dinner. Our chef Mike Payenmootoo offers exclusive European cuisine combined with a Mauritian flavour, in a fine dining ambiance. A half-board menu is also available every day for dinner (reservations required due to limited capacity). Continental breakfast buffet is also available for early golfers.
THE SWING
SNACK AND SALAD
Situated at the Links Golf Club, the restaurant overlooks the magnificent golfcourse. Open for lunch only it offers a selection of sandwiches and salads.
INDIGO BEACH
SEAFOOD AND SNACK
Beachside restaurant (80 seats), open only for lunch and for special evenings such as lobster. The restaurant is perfectly situated at the water's edge, offering a splendid view of the lagoon. Ordering your food and drinks without leaving your sun bed is possible.
LA KAZE
SALAD BAR AND GRILL
Beach restaurant, situated near the Prestige rooms, serves a variety of snacks, salads, sandwiches, grilled dishes, pizzas and light meals.
Afternoon tea and pancakes are available.
BARS
Beautiful atmosphere, cool and sophisticated inside.
COCKTAIL BAR
Main bar located in the main building, the Cocktail bar is an ideal meeting point for our hotel guests both during daytime and in the evening. Live entertainment every evening.
DEER HUNTER BAR
Bar located at the club house, it overlooks our fabulous "Java Deer" scenery. A meeting point for every golfers.
THE SPIAGGIA BAR
Beachside bar set on a wooden deck. The ultimate rendez-vous for cocktail lovers.
INDIGO BEACH BAR
Next to the beach, the ultimate meeting point for beach lovers. Enjoy your drinks in a relax and cool atmosphere.
THE SWING BAR
Located on the upper hills, the new Swing bar overview the magnificient golf course. The ideal place to enjoy a "scotch on the rocks".
Wednesday, July 4, 2007
History of Mauritius
After a brief Dutch settlement, French immigrants who came in 1715 named the island Île de France and established the first road and harbor infrastructure, as well as the sugar industry, under the leadership of Gov. Mahe de Labourdonnais. Blacks from Africa and Madagascar came as slaves to work in the sugarcane fields. In 1810, the British captured the island and in 1814, by the Treaty of Paris, it was ceded to Great Britain along with its dependencies.
Indian immigration, which followed the abolition of slavery in 1835, rapidly changed the fabric of Mauritian society, and the country flourished with the increased cultivation of sugarcane. The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 heralded the decline of Mauritius as a port of call for ships rounding the southern tip of Africa, bound for South and East Asia. The economic instability of the price of sugar, the main crop, in the first half of the 20th century brought civil unrest, then economic, administrative, and political reforms. Mauritius became independent on March 12, 1968.
The effects of Cyclone Claudette in 1979 and of falling world sugar prices in the early 1980s led the government to initiate a vigorous program of agricultural diversification and develop the processing of imported goods for the export market. The country formally broke ties with the British Crown in March 1992, becoming a republic within the Commonwealth.
In addition to sugarcane, textile production and tourism are the leading industries. Primary education is free, and Mauritius boasts one of the highest literacy rates in sub-Saharan Africa.
With a complicated ethnic mix—about 30% of the population is of African descent and the remainder is mostly of Indian descent, both Hindu and Muslim—political allegiances are organized according to class and ethnicity.
In Feb. 2002, Mauritius went through four presidents in succession. Two resigned within days of each other, each after refusing to sign a controversial anti-terrorism law that severely curtailed the rights of suspects. The law, supported by the prime minister, was ultimately signed by a third, interim president. At the end of February, a fourth president, Karl Offman, was elected by parliament.
In Oct. 2003, Paul Berenger, a white Mauritian of French ancestry, became the first non-Hindu prime minister in the history of Mauritius. Berenger and the previous prime minister, Anerood Jugnauth, formed a coalition during Sept. 2000 elections. Under their agreement, Jugnauth served as prime minister for three years and Berenger assumed the prime ministership for the remaining two years of the term. Jugnauth then became president in 2003, and in July 2005, Navin Ramgoolam, prime minister from 1995 to 2000, again assumed that office.
Welcome to Mauritius!
Mauritius, officially call the Republic of Mauritius, is an island nation off the coast of Africa in the southwest of the Indian Ocean, about 900 kilometers east of Madagascar. In addition to the island of Mauritius, the republic includes the islands of St. Brandon, Rodrigues and Agalega Islands. Mauritius is part of the Mascarene Islands, with the French island Réunion 200 km (125 mi) to the southwest and the Rodrigues island 570 km to the East-northeast.
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