island IN THE sun
After an overnight flight of five hours from Cape Town (four if you’re coming from Joburg), I arrived bright and early on the island of Mauritius.
BEFORE WE DIVE IN
Once home to pirates, Mauritius is listed as one of the world’s top destinations for couples and newlyweds. Holidaymakers from around the world trade in concrete jungles and cold weather for the island’s warm waters, turquoise lagoons surrounded by coral, white powdered beaches and volcanic mountains. It’s afavourite destination for Saffers, says my taxi driver during the 80-minute drive to the north of the island, my home for the duration of my stay.
It makes sense: Mauritius is only two hours ahead, so jet lag isn’t a factor, you don’t need a visa and it’s probably one of the few places where the rand is (slightly) stronger. The driver goes on
