Thinking back to the uniqueness of this Indian Ocean destination, I am reminded of very many reasons to visit Reunion Island. Some Background Reunion Island is found off the coast of Africa, with Madagascar its closest neighbour. A
One of the three hotels that I stayed at during a recent visit to Reunion Island was the beautiful LUX* Saint Gilles, the only five-star hotel on Reunion Island and about an hour’s drive from
White Orchids on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion Reunion Island. – ’Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. At the crossroads of
Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. At the crossroads of European, African and Asian cultures, Reunion is
My visit to Reunion Island remains a highlight of my travels. The creole music, sultry atmosphere, myriad of attractions and activities are on offer. Black beaches, white beaches, blue lagoons, aerial views. Hilltop villages, an
Reunion Island. – As I travel, I love the children that I meet along the way. Everywhere there is commonality in their innocence and purity. These beauties, safe in their world, playing in the mud and
Reunion Island. – Skater boys and girls, at the skate park next to to the Saint-Pierre’s market, right on the coastline. I was amazed by how active all the Reunionese seem to be. Running, skating, cycling, hiking. Plus
Reunion Island. – Everybody loves a good market, especially one that is bursting with fresh fruit and veg, local specialty cuisine, crafted goods, woven baskets, photography, jewellery and hand produced clothing. I spent a Saturday
Reunion Island. – Festival goers savoring the moment and the music, the family and the love, the coastline and the beach, irrespective of the rain. Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – The rhythm, dance and vibrant colours all naturally intertwined. Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – When rules are guidelines. And the dogs are winning! Who said no dogs allowed? Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Long past are the days when a cup of coffee came out of a tin and took two minutes to make. The craft has truly come full circle and artisans are being offered appreciation for
Reunion Island. – Street Art forms a great part of the Reunion Island culture and one of the festival offerings was live works being created as we watched. See more on the Reunion Island blog here.
My weekend on Reunion Island attending the Festival Liberté Métisse, or festival of Mixed Freedom. Taking to the beach with the vibrant Creole people for this major cultural and unifying event which celebrates the
Reunion Island. – This weekend, from 19 to 21 December, the Indian ocean island of Reunion celebrates Liberté Métisse, or the festival of Mixed Freedom. Making it the 5th time the Etang-Salé-les-Bains beach will be overtaken by colour, song and abandoned
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