Indian Ocean holidays
Overview
The Indian Ocean is dotted with idyllic island getaways that are perfect for an indulgent escape, beach holiday or honeymoon.
Whether you come in search of opulent retreats, empty beaches or the opportunity to indulge in some world-class watersports, the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles are ideal luxury holiday spots, with superb accommodation, spa facilities and snorkelling, diving and sailing on the doorstep.
Sri Lanka offers more of the same with the added benefit of some spectacular history and culture as well as wildlife watching opportunities amidst the jungles and hillscapes of the interior.
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Essential experiences in the Indian Ocean
The Indian Ocean islands including the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles boast some exeptional, exclusive, luxury beach holiday options, where service and style are as exquisite as the sands the beach resorts stand on, making them ideal escapes and honeymoon destinations.
Travel to the Indian Ocean to find idyllic islands and a selection of natural wonders, especially in Sri Lanka.
The gorgeous bourtique hotels and over-water villas in the Indian Ocean are ideal romantic retreats for people on honeymoon here, with the Maldives, Mauritius, the Seychelles and Sri Lanka all popular choices.
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Top itineraries in the Indian Ocean
Discover city greats, the Big Five and white-sand beaches in style, enjoying everything from an all-inclusive safari to indulgent dining and stays in southern Africa's finest properties.
In the company of your own driver/guide, you’ll explore the Dutch-colonial gems and stunning Indian Ocean beaches of Sri Lanka’s southwest corner, taking in Colombo, Galle and Bentota.
Top offers in the Indian Ocean
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Rate discount for stays 08Jan-30Nov20 – Save up to £1,270pp
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The Oberoi Mauritius, a luxury resort in Turtle Bay on the north-west coast of Mauritius, reflects the islands rich multicultural heritage, blending stone, wood and thatch within its 20-acre subtropical gardens. The resort overlooks a turquoise lagoon and has a 600-metre beach.
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Last minute offer - stay 7 pay 5 nights & more
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Surrounded by some of the finest white-sand beaches in the Maldives, this romantic retreat offers exceptional value in an amazing location, 124 kilometres from Male on the spectacular private island of Dhuni Kolhu.
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Save up to 35% of accommodation cost & free half-board
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Opened in 2011, Raffles Praslin, Seychelles is located on the north-east of the island of Praslin, the second largest granite island in the Seychelles, a short 15-minute flight or 45 minute boat ride from the main island of Mahe. The hotel has an enviable location with direct access to the beach at…
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Save up to 20% of accommodation cost - full board
Book by: 31 October 2020
Unlike the larger granitic islands, noted for their verdant slopes and grey, granite boulders, Denis is a privately owned, flat coral island about 95 km north of Mahé – a mere 120 hectares of emerald-green forest and white-sand beach.
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