Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority News
Mauritius goes into Covid-19 lockdown as cases found
The government of Mauritius has implemented Covid-19 public health protocols and placed the country in temporary confinement until March 25th.
Mauritius offers Covid-19 vaccine to long-term visa holders
Visitors holding the premium visa as well as residents of Mauritius holding a work permit, residence permit or occupational permit are eligible to receive their vaccinations free of charge.
Mauritius looks to boost tourism sector with vaccine rollout
Mauritius has launched its Covid-19 vaccination programme giving priority to frontline workers including health care professionals, employees of the tourism industry.
New tourism promotion campaign for Mauritius
The campaign aims at restoring the image of Mauritius as a prime destination in the wake of the announcement of a phased reopening of the borders.
Fears grow Mauritius oil spill could permanently damage environment
Prime minister, Pravind Jugnauth, has warned the MV Wakashio, which is carrying around 4,000 tonnes of fuel oil, could break in two and cause untold ecological damage.
Breaking Travel News interview: Arvind Bundhun, director, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority
The paradise island of Mauritius has been taking a cautious approach to the reanimation of the tourism sector in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. Here Arvind Bundhun, director of the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, explains how he expects the strategy to reap long-term benefits
Mauritius outlines enhanced hygiene protocols for tourism sector
The Tourism Authority of Mauritius has released a new set of guidelines outlining sanitary measures for the resumption of activities in the tourism sector.
Mauritius books visibility with new campaign
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority has released a new campaign entitled #MauritiusUnwavering to showcase the destination’s natural beauty and stunning landscapes during a time when the whole world has been forced to pause.
Bundhun calls for solidarity among Mauritian tourism industry
Director of the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, Arvind Bundhun, has released an official statement on behalf of the organisation to express his gratitude and continued support of its tourism partners in the country.
Mauritius to welcome prestigious polo tournament this summer
Mauritius is set to host a prestigious polo match later in the year following the signing of a new partnership. The news was announced at the annual Snow Polo World Cup, hosted each year in St. Moritz.
Lesjongard appointed Mauritius minister of tourism
Georges Pierre Lesjongard has been sworn in as the new minister of tourism of Mauritius. He takes his seat in the cabinet under the new government of Pravind Jugnauth, elected earlier this month.
Mauritius prepares to welcome World Travel Awards for first time
Mauritius is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. Leading travel industry figureheads from across Africa and the Indian Ocean will arrive to attend the event on June 1st.