WindsurfingUK Issue 7 June 2018 | Page 70

70 TRAVEL ADVERTORIAL Le Morne, Mauritius Paradise awaits in Le Morne, Mauritius, where incredible natural beauty combines with a crystal-clear lagoon, fantastic waves and out-of- this world windsurfing conditions. Mauritius is most certainly a dream destination for any avid traveller. The beaches are simply breathtaking while, inland, the landscape is dominated by large plantations of sugar-cane and stunning mountains and gorges. Le Morne’s vast lagoon offers plenty room for beginners wanting to learn to windsurf or intermediates looking to practice gybes and water starts. There is even a ‘little reef’ small wave training spot inside the lagoon. For the experienced, venturing outside the safety of the lagoon’s outer reef, will bring you to some of the world’s very best wave spots like Manawa and the famous One Eye (only for the brave!). Our partner windsurf centre in Le Morne is stocked with all the newest North sails and Fanatic Boards. All abilities are catered for from total beginner courses through to private wave sailing lessons. Kids are very well catered for with highly trained specialist instructors utilising the latest in child-specific beginner equipment. uk WIND SURFING The UK’s summer months mean windy winter in the southern hemisphere where you can look forward to temperate days (24-27℃) with the incredible island offering some of its best windsurfing conditions. Incredibly, the perfect Mauritius windsurf season from June to October, is tourist ‘low season’ meaning plenty of wind and uncrowded beaches, but best of all, amazing special deals, even in the July/August summer school holidays! Planet have special offers of up to 65% off their range of hand picked hotels, making this luxurious destination surprisingly affordable. If you are looking for that perfect mix of luxury and Creole charm, with an ideal location next to the windsurf lagoon, then look no further than the luxury St Regis Resort. Some of the best features of this property include its spacious suites and villa, superb spa, free water sports (including dingy sailing, wakeboarding and SUPing) and a choice of five top restaurants offering mouth watering world class cuisine. The hotel also boasts one of the best kids clubs on the island so you can rest assured the children are content while you windsurf to your heart’s content.