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New Year Mauritius holidays
The countdown: three, two, one!!! The explosion of fireworks, the popping of champagne corks, the hugging of loved ones to celebrate the start of the New Year. Can anything be better? Well imagine all this happening on a balmy summer’s evening with sand between your toes on the tropical idyll of Mauritius. It gets our vote.
New Year is a major celebration in Mauritius with fireworks and parties aplenty, street entertainment everywhere all played out to a backdrop of pop, reggae and local Sega music fusions. With two days of public holidays following New Year’s Eve the party is certainly lively and long. Whether you choose a luxurious hotel or private villa as your base, you will be guaranteed a different and memorable start to your year.
New Year holidays to Mauritius
New Year Mauritius holidays
Mauritians consider Christmas a time for the younger members of the family and many have quite tame celebrations. But with January 1st and 2nd being national holidays the party can really begin on New Year’s Eve. Family gatherings are the norm, centred around extravagant feasts or BBQs, although, increasingly the younger generation head for the nightlife at clubs and hotels. During all the chatting, eating and drinking, many will focus on dance shows playing on local TV or ‘Song of the Year’ contests.
New Year’s Day is a major event for Mauritians, churches and temples play a large part and are well attended with the locals donning their finest clothes. Following the religious celebrations, the rest of the day is spent visiting relatives, friends and neighbours to exchange greetings and gifts to welcome in the New Year.
Best hotels to celebrate New Year in Mauritius
Most hotels in Mauritius go the extra mile with fireworks displays and spectacular entertainment on New Year's Eve, and wherever you go you won’t be disappointed.
One of our all-time favourites for New Year getaways is the Troux aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort and Spa. Known for its tranquil beachfront setting and romance galore, Troux aux Biches Beachcomber Resort is a holy grail for love birds and honeymooners. This luxurious resort sits on a Maldives-like, white-sanded beach with lush tropical gardens offering upscale amenities and a good time. Guests can indulge in a myriad of watersports, golf, spa treatments for couples, and tennis, plus an array of chic restaurants serving Mauritian and International cuisines.
Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort is located on the south coast of the country in the region of Bel Ombre and is a fantastic destination to start the upcoming year in style. Each luxury apartment boasts jaw-dropping views of the Indian Ocean, with exclusive rooms featuring direct access to the private beach. There are five chic restaurants to choose from, plus a supervised kid’s club while the adults let loose.