Mauritius - Mauricio

Introduction Mauricio, officially the Republic of Mauritius (in English: Republic of Mauritius; in French: République de Maurice; in Mauritian Creole: Repiblik Moris), is a country of Africa located in the southwest of Indian Ocean. This country is made up of a main island and a few smaller islets, located about 900 kilometers east of Madagascar and 4000 kilometers southwest of the India. It is close to the dependency french of Meeting.

Capital Port Louis Idiom English, French Y Creole Surface 2040 km² Population 1 291 456 (2012) Currency rupee Time zone UTC 4 Telephone prefix 230

Regions

Mauritius is divided into 9 districts:

• North: Port Louis, Pamplemousses, Rivière du Rempart
• Southwest: Black River, Savannah
• East: Flacq, Grand Port
• Medium: Plaines Wilhems, Moka
• Beau Bassin-Rose Hill ,
• Curepipe
• Quatre Bornes
• Vacoas-Phoenix
• Blue bay ,
• Center de Flacq one of the most important towns in Mauritius. This meeting point for the inhabitants of the East has the largest open-air market in the country. This extremely colorful market attracts a large number of people.
• Grand bay
• Flic en Flac,
• Mahébourg
• Town of Pamplemousses in the district of the same name
• Souillac A small seaside resort along the rugged coastline of the Savanne district. NearLa Vanille Réserve des Mascareignes.
• Tamarin
• Triolet The longest village on the island, Triolet offers the opportunity to visit the largest Hindu temple, the Maheswarnath, first built in 1819 in honor of the gods Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu, Muruga, Brahma and Ganesha.
• Trou d'Eau Douce- Located in the east, visitors can easily visit L'Ile aux Cerf from there

Cities

• Blue-bay the bluest water and the most incredible white sand beaches you will ever see.

• Port Louis - the capital of Mauritius

• Grand bayGrand-baie, a shopping and leisure paradise. Next to the adjacent beach complex Pereybère.

• Flic en Flac, a local fishing village that has expanded to become a popular destination for tourists and expats.

• Chamarel

• Mahebourg It is one of the main fishing villages on the island.

• Beau bassin the second largest settlement in the country.

• Curepipe It is the largest city in the highlands of Mauritius.

• Rose hill

• Quatre Bornes

• Vacoas-Phoenix

Other destinations

• Agaléga a pair of outer islands 1000 km north of the main island
• Rodrigues : a separate island 500 km east of the main island, but under the political control of Mauritius
• Gorges of the Rio Negro This 6,574 ha (16,244 acre) national park was created in 1994 to protect the remaining native forests of Mauritius. Visitors can enjoy magnificent landscapes, with endemic plants and rare bird species. A path leads from the Pétrin information center to a typical vegetation area and a conservation area. Edit
• Cultural landscape of Le Morne A peninsula and a mountain of the same name in southwestern Mauritius. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Edit
• Domaine du Chasseur ,☏ [634-5011], fax: 230 634-5261. Nestled in the hills of Anse Jonchée, the Domaine des Grand Bois boasts splendid hunting grounds covering an area of ​​900 ha. Deer, monkeys and wild boars live amid the lush vegetation of the hillside. Some species of birds in danger of extinction can be observed, including the kestrel. The Domaine contains four thatched-roof bungalows and a restaurant with panoramic ocean views. Take the opportunity to enjoy a meal of venison. The view is excellent and well worth the visit, but the food can best be described as average. Venison is very chewy. There is a steep uphill walk from the parking lot to the restaurant. The restaurant offers a 4WD taxi service which is free if you eat one of their expensive meals, but if you just want a cup of tea or dessert they charge 230 rupees per person for the 5 minute journey. (updated July 2016 | edit)
• Macchabée - Bel Ombre Nature Reserve

Understand

The country consists of the main island of Mauritius and the smaller islands of Rodrigues, the banks of Agalegas and Cargados Carajos.

History

The island of Mauritius was first discovered by Arab navigators in the 9th century, although the exact date is unknown. At that time the island was uninhabited and covered by dense forest. The Arab sailors were not interested in settling on the island they called Dina arobi or Dinarobin. Fernandez Pereira, a Portuguese sailor saw the island in 1505 and decided to give it the name of Cerne. However, the Portuguese also did not settle permanently on the island.

The first to colonize the island were the Dutch, who took possession of the island in 1598. The Dutch settlers landed in a bay in the southeast of the island which they called Warwyck haven in honor of Commander Van Warwijck; the bay is now known as Grand Port. Mauricio also got his modern name during this period; the island was named in honor of the Dutch Stadtholder, Maurits van Nassau.

In 1710, the Dutch left the island, leaving behind macaques, Javanese deer, sugar cane, runaway slaves, and also irreversible damage to the island's endemic and indigenous flora and fauna. By then, the dodo had become extinct due to extensive hunting, the bird was very easy to capture, while the then abundant black ebony population was almost completely depleted due to its wood being overexploited.

The French settled on the island in 1712, also landing in the southeast bay. They renamed the bay to Port Bourbon and the name of the island to Ile de France. They established their main port on the northwestern side of the island, which would become Port Louis, the current capital of the country. The French colonial period led to the economic development of Mauritius. Mahé de Labourdonnais, whose statue can be seen from the port of Port Louis, is known as the founder of the capital city and the island prospered under his rule from 1735 to 1746.

In August 1810, the British attempted to seize the island, but lost after a fierce battle against the French at the famous Battle of Grand Port, the only naval victory for the French over the British during the Napoleonic period. However, the British returned in December 1810 and defeated the French. Thereafter, the island was renamed Mauritius and remained under British rule until its independence, although the British agreed to allow the locals to continue using the French language.

In 1835, slavery was officially abolished and, as most African slaves decided to abandon the agricultural fields and move to small coastal villages, hired laborers were brought in ("coolies") from India to work in the growing sugarcane industry. To this day, ethnic Indians form the majority in Mauritius, the country is the only country outside of South Asia that has a Hindu majority.

On March 12, 1968, Mauritius became an independent nation within the Commonwealth. However, three years earlier, the British separated the administration of the Chagos Archipelago from the rest of Mauritius and formed the British Indian Ocean Territory. The Mauritian government has claimed that these islands are now used as a joint US and British military base ever since, making the archipelago a disputed territory.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, also known as the "Father of the Nation", led the island to independence and did much to develop the country. However, during his reign, Mauricio faced economic difficulties and political upheaval after the postponement of the elections for more than 9 years. On March 12, 1992, Mauritius became a republic under the leadership of then Prime Minister Sir Aneerood Jugnauth.

A stable democracy with regular free elections and a positive human rights record means that it has attracted considerable foreign investment and has one of the highest per capita incomes in Africa.

Culture

Festivals

There are 15 public holidays each year. Seven of them are fixed holidays: January 1st and 2nd, February 1st, March 12th, May 1st, November 2nd and December 25th. The remaining public holidays are religious festivals whose dates vary from year to year.

Weather

Despite being a small island, Mauritius's climate and landscape vary widely from region to region. The hot and humid tropical climate of Mauritius is present in most areas for most of the year. The average temperature is 23 ° C (73 ° F) on the island of Mauritius. On this tropical island the summer lasts from December to April when there are occasional heavy tropical rains.

The temperature in the coastal areas varies between 22 ° C in winter and 34 ° C in summer. The sea temperature varies between 22 ° C and 27 ° C. In the central part of the island, the maximum day temperature varies from around 19 ° C in August to around 26 ° C in February. The western and northern regions are hotter and relatively drier than the east and south

To get

Visa requirements

Citizens of many countries, including Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, and most other OECD countries, do not need a visa in advance. For more information, visit the Passport and Immigration Office website.

If you need a visa to enter Mauritius, you may be able to apply for one at a British embassy, ​​high commission or consulate in the country where you legally reside if there is no diplomatic office in Mauritius. For example, the British embassies in Al Khobar, Amman, Belgrade, Guatemala City, Jakarta, Jeddah, Pristina, Rabat, Riyadh, Rome and Sofia accept visa applications from Mauritius (this list do not exhaustive). British diplomatic posts charge GBP 50 to process a Mauritian visa application and an additional GBP 70 if the Mauritian authorities require the visa application to be sent to them. Mauritius authorities may also decide to charge an additional fee if they contact you directly.

Visitors must provide accommodation details to the immigration service upon arrival.

If you are arriving in Mauritius from a country where malaria is endemic, you may receive a visit from the government health service and be asked to provide a blood sample for the detection of malaria.

By plane

British Airways, Air France and Air Mauritius. Air Mauritius is the local airline and operates a network of routes to local islands and international destinations in Africa, Australia, Europe and Asia.

Regional airlines: Air Austral, Air Madagascar and Air Seychelles connect Mauritius with the surrounding islands.

International airlines such as Air Belgium, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Condor, Corsair International, Edelweiss Air, Emirates, Eurowings, Evelop Airlines, Kenya Airways, Saudia, South African Airways, TUI Airways and Turkish Airlines serve Mauritius from home . bases.

1. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU^IATA) (in Plaisance in the southeast of the island), ☏ [603 6000]. It is the main gateway for international travelers.

The arrivals hall can get congested in the morning when most flights arrive from Europe. Immigration officers tend to be quite slow and the entire immigration process can be a frustrating experience.

Boat

The ships that arrive at the port are mainly freighters. The Mauritius Pride and the Trochetia They are the Mauritian ships that usually sail to and from Reunion Island, Rodrigues Island and Madagascar. Costa Cruises ships have started an Indian Ocean cruise that includes a visit to Mauritius.

As of April 2008, one-way ticket prices from Tamatave in Madagascar to Mauritius by boat were € 275 first class or € 255 second class, compared to € 212 to fly from Antananarivo on Air Madagascar. The trip lasts at least four days, more if you travel through Reunion. A boat leaves every other Wednesday.

If you go directly to the port of Tamatave, you can negotiate with a boat captain for a berth without a cabin. Visiting the Tamatave Yacht Club to find out about yachts that could be heading to Mauritius rarely yields positive results.

Travel

Boat

Coraline ,☏[5900], fax: 230210 5176, ✉ [[1]] .Sail once a week to Rodrigues Island and Reunion Island from the port of Port Louis. Mauritius Pride, launched in 1991, and Mauritius Trochetia, in service since 2001, are the two ships that operate on the Réunion route, also bound for Madagascar. Both ships are used as passenger ships and container ships.

In taxi

Oddly enough, taxis are cheap and what is done with them, or can be done is to negotiate the price of the race (do not bite not negotiating), and even a whole day in which they will even act as a guide , and taking you to good places and cheap clothing stores (it is typical there) and explaining things about the places you go as a guide, in French or English.

By car

People in Mauritius drive on the left side of the road and lead to the right. Foreigners with a driving license issued by a competent authority in their respective countries are allowed to drive during their stay in Mauritius.

By bus

Several fairly good bus services run around the island. Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel. Air-conditioned buses have been introduced on some routes.

The main bus companies are:

• National Transportation Corporation (NTC), ☏ [426 2938]. Edit
• United Bus Service (UBS), ☏ [2026]. Edit
• Mauritius bus transportation (MTB), Long mountain, ☏ [2539]. Edit
• Triolet bus service (TBS), ☏ [6725]. Edit
• Others Other smaller companies have fun names like Apollo and Turbo. At the end of 2014, local buses were available in the SSR airport parking area. They are cheap and follow more interesting routes than the luxury ones, but they are slower. Edit

The buses are manned by a driver and a walking driver collecting fares and issuing tickets after passengers get on. Most drivers are helpful in providing directions to tourists. In the local Creole dialect, the conductors are called con-tro-lair (literally controller).

Bus routes and schedules are available from the Ministry of Land Transport and on Buses de Mauricio, which lists all the major operators and their schedules.

Try to pay in small denominations or the driver may not have enough change. It is not common to intentionally overcharge tourists.

By train

Since late 2019, Metro Express connects Port Louis and Rose Hill in 20 minutes. By the end of 2020, Metro Express should also serve other inland cities such as Quatre-Bornes, Vacoas, Phoenix and Curepipe.

Talk

Although the official language of Mauritius is English, in practice the French It is by far the most widely spoken language and is widely used in professional and formal settings. Television programs in English are usually dubbed into French. Most subjects are taught and tested in the Commonwealth range of English in the education system, which means that you will be able to communicate with locals in English with varying levels of difficulty.

The Creole of Mauritius it's a Creole of origin French that has incorporated some words from various sources, such as English, Dutch and Portuguese, and has slight differences in pronunciation from French. Although the locals generally converse with each other in Creole, standard French is also widely spoken and understood. Virtually everyone working in the tourism industry will be able to speak fairly decent English, albeit with a heavy accent, and all government departments will have English-speaking staff on duty. Other languages ​​spoken by much smaller numbers include: Hindi, Urdu, Hakka, Bhojpuri, and Mandarin. Tamils ​​make up about 10% of the population and speak Tamil.

To buy

Money

Mauritian rupee exchange rates As of January 2020: US $ 1 ≈ Rs36 € 1 ≈ 41 rupees UK £ 1 ≈ Rs48 South Africa R1 ≈ Rs2.6 Exchange rates fluctuate. Current rates for these and other currencies are available on XE.com

The Mauritian rupee (French: roupie mauricienne ) is indicated by the symbol " Rs "or" ₨ "with or without a period and is placed before or after the amount (ISO international currency: MUR ).

The banknotes come in denominations of 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000 rupees and you can find 1, 5 and 10 rupee coins in circulation.

Shop

Mauritius is nothing like Bali or Thailand. Don't expect local merchants to be interested in lengthy bargaining. Many stores will not cut prices, and even in the markets they do not expect a reduction of more than 10-20%. However, there are some bargains, as many big brand clothing companies manufacture in Mauritius and you can often find items in circulation or slightly faulty items at a fraction of European prices. It is also a good place to find unusual jewelry and crafts, such as artificial flowers, ship models, and wood art. It is possible to reach the main shopping centers by public transport, or take a full-day shopping tour that includes a driver who will take you to the main centers and craft workshops.

The Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis offers a variety of shops (including designer stores) and is an ideal place for tourist shopping. For traditional crafts, a good place is the Port Louis Central Market (Bazaar Port Louis).

To eat

Do not hesitate to visit the different restaurants on the island. Although many of them advertise a specific ethnic cuisine, as in all parts of the world, they have their own mix of traditional and local. You may find that "fried rice" may have more than one flavor.

Gourmets will find a variety of flavors and aromas inherited from the different migrations throughout its history. The culinary traditions of France, India, China, and East Africa have been passed down from generation to generation.

Depending on the region, rice or a variety of flatbread called chapattis or roti, called farata (paratha) by local people, is eaten with curry. Extensive use of spices like saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves and herbs like thyme, basil, and curry leaves are common ingredients that provide a powerful yet subtle flavor. Dal, a variety of lentil soup, are many and varied depending on the type of lentil used; vegetables, beans and pickles accompany the dishes. Dholl puri, originally an Indian delicacy, has become the fish and chips of Mauritians.

The biryani of Mughal origin is a dish prepared by the Muslim community, where the meat is mixed with spiced rice and potatoes.

You can buy many snacks on the streets of Mauritius, including the famous tarta paprika (a variant of Indian vadai; literally chili cakes) and vegetable or meat samosas (puffs), along with octopus curry on bread. The tomato and onion-based dish called Rougaille (pronounced rooh-guy ) is a variation of the French ragoût. The dish usually consists of meat or seafood (corned beef and salty snoek fish rougaille are very popular with locals). Mauritians eat this dish often, if not daily.

Mauritians like sweets and make many kinds of "cakes", as they are called. The cakes vary and you can find cakes very similar to those of France and others similar to Indian sweets such as Gulab Jamun and Rasgulla among many others.

When leaving Mauritius, don't wait until you go through passport control for a snack. The cafeteria after passport control is not good value for money. You'd better visit the snack bar before check-in and take your purchases with you. However, remember that due to the liquid, aerosol and gel rules, you are limited to the amount of liquids you can drink through passport control.

Drink and go out

Mauricio produces a wide range of cane rum. It is very cheap and is a nice drink when mixed with cola and ice. A popular drink is coconut water with a dash of lime and a splash of local rum over ice.

The local beer, Phoenix, costs around Rs30 for a pint. It is usually served very cold. The local Black Eagle beer, brewed in Nouvelle France is good too.

The store Medine Estate Refinery In Bambous (4 km from Flic en Flac), to the west of the island, it has a wide variety of locally produced rums and liqueurs.

Sleep

• Beachcomber Hotels. At Beachcomber Hotels we perpetuate the Mauritian tradition of hospitality and quality service. As pioneers in the island's hotel industry, we have selected exceptional enclaves in incredible natural settings to offer you a dream vacation in Mauritius and the Seychelles.latest edition: no information
• Royal Palm Hotel, Royal Road - Grand Baie - Mauritius. ☎ 230 209 8300, fax: 230 263 8455, ✉: [email protected]. Choosing the Royal Palm is choosing perfection on your trip to Mauritius. Located on the sunniest coast of the island and along a fine sandy beach, the Royal Palm is more than a palace of human dimensions, it is a mansion where each client is king. Member of "The Leading Hotels of the World", it symbolizes the union of luxury and refinement.latest edition: no information
• Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa, Le Morne Peninsula - Mauritius. ☎ 230 401 4900, fax: 230 401 4901, ✉: [email protected]. For a stay full of harmony and well-being, book your vacation at the Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa in Mauritius. Cascading pools with flowery islands, spacious wood decks and oceanfront terraces, tropical gardens with coconut trees, frangips and palm trees make the Dinarobin a symbol of Mauritius' tropical elegance. The Dinarobin is located in the most spectacular place in Mauritius, with Mount Morne as a beautiful backdrop. The hotel has luxury Suites arranged in croissant-shaped groups along a fine sandy beach.latest edition: no information
• Paradis Hotel & Golf Club, Le Morne Peninsula - Mauritius. ☎ 230 401 5050, fax: 230 450 51 40, ✉: [email protected]. If you want a dynamic stay that combines sport, leisure and golf in Mauritius, the Paradis Hotel & Golf Club is your 5-star hotel. One of the most beautiful luxury hotels in Mauritius, situated in a spectacular setting on the southwest coast.latest edition: no information
• Trou Aux Biches Resort & Spa, Triolet - Mauritius. ☎ 230 204 6565, fax: 230 265 6611, ✉: [email protected]. The Trou aux Biches, a legendary hotel for couples and honeymooners, offers its clients the possibility of fully living the Mauritian experience. On the green northwest coast of Mauritius, Trou aux Biches is known for its legendary hospitality, its authenticity and the quality of its services. Currently, the Trou aux Biches is being rebuilt to offer a new hotel concept that will combine tropical elegance, modernity, comfort, intimacy and luxury.latest edition: no information
• Shandrani Resort & Spa, Blue Bay - Mauritius. ☎ 230 603 4343, fax: 230 401 4901, ✉: [email protected]. The Shandrani, located on the southeast coast of Mauritius, is a luxury All Inclusive hotel in Mauritius. The Shandrani Resort & Spa is located on a private peninsula and in the heart of the Maritime Park, opposite the Ile aux Aigrettes Nature Reserve. The hotel has three private beaches with fine sand that invite you to relax in the shade of its iron trees.latest edition: no information
• Le Victoria, Pointe Aux Piments - Mauritius. ☎ 230 204 2000, fax: 230 261 8224, ✉: [email protected]. The Victoria has a privileged location on the northwest coast of Mauritius, facing the setting sun, halfway between the spa town of Grand-Baie and Port-Louis, the capital.latest edition: no information
• Le Canonnier, Royal Road - Pointe Aux Canonniers. ☎ 230 209 7000, fax: 230 263 7864, ✉: [email protected]. The Canonnier is located on a historic peninsula protected by a string of coves and has a unique geographical location, as it faces the northern islands. It is one of the best hotels for families in Mauritius.latest edition: no information
• Le Mauricia, Royal Road - Grand Baie - Mauritius. ☎ 230 209 1100, fax: 230 263 7888, ✉: [email protected]. The Mauricia, a hotel full of charm and character, is located on the sunniest coast of Mauritius. Comfort and simplicity define this 4-star Mediterranean-style hotel. Everything is designed so that the common areas open onto the bay. Its privileged location in the heart of Grand-Baie, a lively coastal town in Mauritius, allows the Mauricia to seduce a young and dynamic clientele attracted by the many restaurants, bars, nightclubs and luxury shops in this region of the island.latest edition: no information
• Paradise cove, Anse La Raie - Grand Bay. ☎ 230 204 4000, fax: 230 (0)4 4040, ✉: [email protected]. Paradise Cove hotel Mauritius.latest edition: no information
• Hotel Boutique La Serenade, Maharana Pratap Lane, Morcellement St. Honoré, Grand Baie. ☎ 230 269 3124, ✉: [email protected]. A new 10-room Boutique Hotel, located a few steps from Grand Baie Beach, with complimentary breakfast, a pool, and a bar / lounge.latest edition: no information

Learn

The school system in Mauritius is good and free for everyone up to primary school. Uniforms are mandatory.

Work

To work in Mauritius there are several conditions, the first of which is to already have a job there to start doing the paperwork. If you want to work in Mauritius, you need a permit and it can take time. Those who want to invest and create jobs are welcome. The hiring of Mauritians is mandatory, in some sectors the boss has to be Mauritian, then the investor has to submit. There are tax advantages for the incorporation of companies. When the company closes, you can also get back all the investment sums you brought into the country, plus a certain percentage of the profits. Most, of course, will remain on the island.

Emigration

It is possible, but not easy to achieve. Retirees and foreigners who do not work must import € 40,000 per year and show that they have also spent this money in Mauritius. Rates have already been raised several times, leaving some who can no longer afford to leave the country suddenly and very quickly, even though they have already lived on the island for decades.

Security

The crime rate has dropped and Mauritius is a much safer country for visitors than most other destinations. The Tourism Police and the Coast Guard regularly patrol in areas frequented by tourists, and most cities, beaches and other major attractions are under surveillance by cameras. However, you must exercise common sense and watch out for suspicious behavior, as you would anywhere in the world.

Telephone numbers

• 1 Policeman , ☏ 999, 112. edit
• Tourism Police , ☏ [1740] , [3894]. Edit
• Coastguard , ☏ [8317] , [2747]. Edit
• Port Police . Edit
• Anti-drug Unit (ADSU) , ☏ [1212]. Edit
• Transit police , ☏ [211 8434] , [211 8478]. Edit
• Environmental Police , ☏ [5151] , [5252]. Edit
• Fire , ☏ 115, 995. edit
• SAMU ambulance , ☏ 114. edit
• National Directory , ☏ 150. edit
• Mauritius airport , ☏ [603 6000]. Edit
• Air Mauritius , ☏ [7575]. Edit

Health

Mauritius is a risk area for dengue infection, also known as "fever of broken bones" due to the muscular paroxysms that are sometimes induced. There is no vaccine available. However, no cases of dengue have been recorded in the country for several years.

Since 2005, during the peak season, a certain type of mosquito called Aedes albopictus causes the viral disease Chikungunya and the insect is more likely to be present during the day.

It is important to use anti-mosquito protection at all times. Mosquitoes are more prevalent in rural areas, but they can also inhabit the beach in the tourist area and can cause joint swelling and / or skin rashes. Symptoms last from a week to several months, depending on the severity of the disease. Some people recover quickly, but it can take several months to fully recover.

In 1991, 86% of the population had antibodies indicating that they had been exposed to the hepatitis A virus, following an epidemic of the disease in 1989. In general, the US recommends the hepatitis A vaccine for travel to East Africa (and most other places). Centers for Disease Control.

Depending on the time of year, many of the beaches are infested with sea urchins and it is not uncommon to see broken glass on the beach or in the water. It is a very good idea to buy or bring plastic / wet shoes when venturing into the water. In general, this is not a problem in large hotels, as designated swimming areas on the beaches are regularly cleaned of urchins and debris. However, wear wet shoes.

Reef fish in Mauritius have been found to contain a neurotoxin similar, but not identical, to that found in Caribbean reef fish.

It is important not to eat peanuts or drink alcohol if you eat reef or coral fish such as sea bass, snapper, mullet, and grouper. Fish eat the toxic algae that grow on coral reefs. Do not eat fish intestines or testicles, as higher concentrations of toxin accumulate here. Symptoms include gastrointestinal upset, vomiting and diarrhea, and sometimes numbness in the arms and legs.

The tap water It is generally considered drinkable and most Mauritians drink it, but for visitors who are not used to it, bottled water is recommended.

Respect

Good advice is thanks for good service. It doesn't hurt the traveler, it's a lot of money for the people. You can also be happy if you bring chocolate as a gift, a lot goes in the suitcase. There is no similar good one in Mauritius, and the brand with the cow is available, but it costs around 5 euros. If you know the person better, they may be happy about the shoes, because on the island it is difficult to get good shoes, even for money.

Clothing

Nudism is prohibited! On the other hand, topless is tolerated on the "hotel beach". Many Mauritian women, on the other hand, even enter the water in street clothes. When visiting indoors, it's best to wear something short-sleeved and keep your knees covered.

Keep in touch

With Spain 2 hours in summer and 1 in winter. The time is not changed as in Europe.

Call

From the telephone of the hotel: a call from Long distance to Germany can cost up to € 3 / min. It is not expensive within the island. En cuanto a Skype, consulte la sección de Internet.

Con el teléfono celular alemán: T-Mobile, Vodafone y O2 tienen socios de roaming en Mauricio. Los teléfonos móviles se conectan automáticamente a la red emtel o cellplus. Puede realizar llamadas, enviar y recibir SMS en el país y en Alemania. Con las llamadas Debitel cuestan alrededor de 1,50 € / min., SMS a Alemania 0,20 €, recibir un SMS es gratis.

Tarjeta complis de cellplus o kwepie card de emtel: si siempre tiene que estar accesible, vale la pena comprar una tarjeta prepaga de Mauricio. Con cellplus cuesta 600 rs incluyendo unidades gratuitas por 100 rs, con emtel solo 250 rs incluyendo unidades gratuitas. La tarjeta se llama - paquete de inicio complis - de cellplus o paquete de inicio - de emtel. Obtiene un número de teléfono e incluso puede poner el texto del anuncio en alemán. Puede conseguir el paquete de inicio en Grand Baie en el cibercafé de la "Super U" y en muchas otras tiendas o en Mauritian Telecom en el edificio vecino. Las tarjetas de recarga están disponibles en muchas tiendas. Solo tenga cuidado, el teléfono celular no debe tener un simlock, lo mejor es llevar el dispositivo a la tienda y probarlo de inmediato. Ahora se le puede llamar desde una conexión fija utilizando un número económico alemán por unos 0,09 €. Si no necesita la tarjeta después de sus vacaciones porque no volverá a volar a Mauricio (poco probable, esa es la pesadilla de la isla), todos los residentes estarán felices de recibirla.

Tarjetas telefónicas: Luego están las tarjetas telefónicas para el teléfono público. Puede conseguirlos en muchas tiendas, por lo que puede hacer llamadas económicas en Mauricio y Alemania.

En Mauricio, las antenas de teléfonos móviles a menudo se esconden en las palmeras. Independientemente de si se trata de una planta real o de un mástil de transmisión artificial.

Publicar

El sistema postal es africano. Lo que no se escapa hoy, mañana. Sin embargo, la velocidad de entrega ha aumentado notablemente entre 2010 y 2013. La experiencia demuestra que las postales necesitan entre 2 semanas y 3 meses para llegar a Alemania. En Mauricio, no hay carteros en el verdadero sentido de la palabra en los pueblos. Todos tienen que recoger su correo en la oficina. Quien reciba un paquete será notificado.

Enviar a Mauricio: Es importante anotar "Ille Maurice - Océano Índico" en el envío, algunas entregas se desvían a Mauritania en el camino porque tienen el mismo nombre. Un paquete siempre termina en la aduana de Mauricio antes de la entrega. El destinatario tiene que venir a recoger el paquete y abrirlo en presencia del funcionario, luego se establece una cantidad monetaria; el destinatario también paga adecuadamente los obsequios (en caso de duda por algo que no quiere en absoluto). Puede simplificar esta asignación de pulgar de pi veces como remitente si el valor en el recibo de mercancías no es muy alto o si, por ejemplo, la nueva memoria USB se "devuelve por la presente" en la carta adjunta como prestada para fotos de vacaciones.

Internet

Mauricio se conectó al cable submarino WWW desde el principio, por lo que no está detrás de la luna. Los teléfonos inteligentes en la web también funcionan bien, pero en contratos domésticos a precios horrendos. Después de todo, estás en la zona mundial 4.

El WiFi gratuito se está volviendo cada vez más popular en los hoteles, pero al menos una terminal de PC en la recepción. Skype suele funcionar sin problemas y de la calidad, con un poco de suerte igual, pero normalmente incluso mejor que en casa.

También hay algunos cibercafés, especialmente, por supuesto, en las áreas metropolitanas. (Por favor agregue precios).

Escasez de agua

Tenga en cuenta que aparentemente solo hay suficiente agua para todos. Mauricio es verde, pero África. Especialmente en los grandes hoteles burbujea y burbujea por todas partes para beneficio del huésped. El hecho es, sin embargo, que esta agua es a menudo cara de transportar en camión cisterna y que la población prescinde de ella durante las vacaciones de sus sueños. Incluso en Port Louis a veces no hay agua en los apartamentos privados porque los hoteles tienen prioridad. Además, el sistema de tuberías públicas está enfermo y pierde mucho por rotura de las tuberías de agua. Los suministros de agua de la isla provienen de manantiales subterráneos profundamente perforados y dos enormes depósitos de agua de lluvia (por ejemplo, el Grand Bassin). Parte del agua ya se importa de Madagascar y del continente.

Surroundings

external links

• Wikipedia has an article on Mauricio.w:Mauricio
• Wikimedia Commons houses multimedia content about Mauricio. Commons