MAURITIUS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
NEW Horizons has singled out Mauritius as a tourist hot spot for 2015, as the operator last month rolled out new itineraries to the island destination. A total of six packages have been added to the 2015 Indian Ocean program including a Mauritius honeymoon getaway, Dive the Maldives, Luxury Seychelles and two day-tours including Walking with the Lions and a West Coast Catamaran Cruise. The four-star Villas Caroline hotel has also been added to the Mauritius accommodation line up and all-inclusive meal options are now available. New Horizons managing director Chris Evans said the additions follow a spike in interest to the destination, bolstered from increased air access. “We’re incredibly proud of our latest program. The destination’s popularity is growing and with carriers now offering three flights a week from Perth, we’re expecting great things from Mauritius over the coming year,” he said. BACK-ROADS Touring has added three new destinations to its line up and padded out its 2015 UK and Europe program with nine new tours. Touring options are now available in Switzerland, Germany and Austria, in addition to exclusive summer itineraries throughout Europe. The six-day Slow Food Tour of Puglia in Italy showcases traditional delicacies from local producers, while the nine-day Mountains, Valleys and Lakes of Switzerland tour visits sites such as the Island of Reichenau and Chur. The five-day Taste of Scotland tour led by former royal chef Carolyn Robb is also new to the 2015 program, with all tours limited to a maximum of 18 passengers.