Back in 2018, I was the winner of the Beachcomber Tours Big Banana award and was rewarded with seven nights at one of their hotels, which I duly diarised for September 2020, my 50th birthday. Like so many others, I was forced to move plans, initially to 2021 and then to 2022. Each time I moved the holiday, I added to it. It’s a travel agent thing. The one-week fly-and-flop became a three-week odyssey, with stays at five hotels and apartments across the island, car rental, pri

Of all the disappointing honeymoon amendments that needed dealing with during the pandemic, receiving Laura and Simon's phone-call, just four days before their scheduled departure, was the most heart-rending. Once recovered from the initial upset, they dealt with the circumstances admirably and thankfully, within 24 hours, we had a revised date to look forward to... We were due to be married on 4 December 2021 and depart on our honeymoon a couple of days later but just two da

Mauritius, like many places, is currently going through a challenging time but times ahead will be tougher if people aren't travelling to this beautiful island that relies hugely upon tourism. Comprehensive safety measures are in place and we just await the lifting of travel restrictions from the FCO. Confidence is high that this will be imminent, and I am certain that it will be an in-demand destination for 2021. Beachcomber Tours, a brilliant specialist operator with eight

I was honoured to be chosen to arrange Siobhan and Scott's honeymoon shortly after being introduced and knew intuitively that the delightful Trou Aux Biches in Mauritius would tick all their boxes. Here's what the newlyweds had to say about their amazing trip... We couldn’t have wanted more from our special honeymoon trip. Jo organised everything to absolute perfection - all we had to do was show up! We were married in springtime and travelled to Mauritius for the first time

Located on the north-west coast of Mauritius, Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is conveniently situated between the capital Port Louis and trendy Grande Baie. The resort faces the west, offering truly spectacular sunsets and is one of my favourite resorts to recommend for both family options and those who dream of being alone in the world with a loved one at the exclusive, authentic and peaceful adults-only 'Victoria for 2' section of the hotel. Renowned for its spacious oce

We would like to thank you again for organising our wonderful holiday to Mauritius and Dubai. From arriving at Birmingham airport, the holiday experience got better and better. The guides and drivers were exceptional throughout the trip. The management and staff at the Victoria Beachcomber Resort in Mauritius were wonderful and the views from our room were to die for. Steve Weale #Beachcomber #beachholidays