If holidays are all about getting away from it all, then there can be few finer places to escape to than Mauritius. It’s a small but perfectly formed island in the Indian Ocean, and it provides an oasis of serene tranquillity.

The calm, quiet beaches are something straight out of a dream, with crystal-clear turquoise sea gently lapping against white sand – but there’s more to Mauritius than meets the eye. Away from the blissful beaches, the island is packed with historic sights and fascinating cultural diversity.