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Indian Ocean
WATCH WILDLIFE IN STYLE Where: Madagascar Why: Given the size of Madagascar, the world’s fourth largest island, and the breadth of its habitats and flora and fauna, 80% of which is unique to the island, getting the most out of a short trip can prove hectic and challenging. One excellent, if pricey, option is to choose one of the latest breed of luxurious resorts and let the expert staff and guides point out some of the iconic sights such as lemurs and chameleons — combined with relaxing by the pool, spa or idyllic ocean. How to do it: Rainbow Tours’ eight-day, all-inclusive Miavana – Luxury Madagascar at its Best tour, priced from £17,290pp, is centred on a stay in a one-bedroom villa at the super fancy new Miavana Private Island. The price includes flights from Heathrow via Johannesburg.
rainbowtours.co.uk
SPORTING BREAKS Where: Mauritius Why: Mauritius is gaining a reputation as an active playground. From hiking, biking and horse riding in the interior, to kite and windsurfing off the island’s wild and windy southwestern tip, there’s a lot on offer. Plus, there’s a great range of golf courses and spas at hotels such as the St. Regis, and Shanti Maurice can ease out any aches. How to do it: A seven night all-inclusive stay in a club room with a sea view at La Plantation d’Albion Club Med in Mauritius starts from £1,530pp, excluding flights and transfers, and including some activities.
clubmed.co.uk
ALL-INCLUSIVE FAMILY BREAKS Where: Maldives Why: The Maldives has seen a swathe of pocket- and family-friendly options hit the market such as Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort. Activities at its Coral Kids Club include movie nights on the beach while offerings for teens include scuba diving and snorkelling tours with the resident marine biologist. There’s a new marine education zone and 14-seat ‘semi-submarine’ for underwater viewing tours of the house reef. How to do it: Best at Travel offers seven- nights half board at the Outrigger Konotta from £2,499pp, including flights from the UK.
bestattravel.co.uk
From top: Chameleons fighting, Nosy
Be, Madagascar; kitesurfing, Mauritius
countrybycountry.com | ABTA Magazine 45
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