Customer Reviews

"Hi Esme, Just thought I’d drop you a mail on my return and provide some feedback on our recent trip to Mauritius. Firstly I must just say that the resort is absolutely awesome and we had a great time. Regards, Shane S."

Shane S., April 2011 · Club Med La Plantation d'Albion

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★☆ (4 out of 5)

"Fantastic, fantastic!!!! We will go back there again next year.Thank you Taryn for all your trouble and supa dupa service."

Arthur H., April 2011 · Riu Hotel La Gemma D'ell Est

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Fantastic, fantastic!!!! We will go back there again next year.Thank you Taryn for all your trouble and supa dupa service."

Arthur H., April 2011 · Riu Hotel La Gemma D'ell Est

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi Esme, Had lovely time in Mauritius thank you - fantastic kid facilities - we will likely want to do same type of kid friendly Club Med type trip next year."

James S., April 2011 · Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Eerstens baie dankie vir Heidi en die span wat al die rëelings so vlot getref het, Julle is baie professioneel en weet wat julle doen. Mnarani Beach Cottages, Rustig, rustig, rustig en nogmaals rustig. Dit was die langste week vakansie wat ons nog op was. Dit voel of die tyd stilstaan op die eiland. Ons het die week geweldig baie geniet en sal graag eendag ons kinders ook soontoe wil vat."

Manus B., April 2011 · Mnarani Beach Cottages

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Zanzibar was truly one of the most amazing holidays ever! The Sea Cliff Hotel with its exotic decor, friendly staff,exceptional views, relaxing spa and great food was an experience in itself. I will surely go back to the Sea Cliff in a heartbeat. The spice tour through Hakuna Matata Spice Plantation was really good although it looked more like a jungle than a plantation. Jamie Oliver would be beside himself there with all the freshly picked spices! A day out on a dhow with Safari Blue is a must for all visiting Zanzibar. We spent 2 days in Stone Town and I have fallen in love with Stone Towns old world charm. Africa House is the perfect place to watch a beautiful sunset and enjoy a drink and lie on the barazas while smoking a fruity sheesha (hubbly bubbly). The people of Zanzibar are wonderful and hospitable and there's always someone wanting to help you or show you around. Forodhani gardens has a night food market but be wary about calculating the total cost of your meal before eating it! You could wind up paying 4 times more than you should! What a brilliant Holiday!!! Thanks for arranging it for us Heidi. We will certainly be calling you again. Asante sana,Thank you. Best wishes The A. Family."

Bilkees A., April 2011 · Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Zanzibar was truly one of the most amazing holidays ever! The Sea Cliff Hotel with its exotic decor, friendly staff,exceptional views, relaxing spa and great food was an experience in itself. I will surely go back to the Sea Cliff in a heartbeat. The spice tour through Hakuna Matata Spice Plantation was really good although it looked more like a jungle than a plantation. Jamie Oliver would be beside himself there with all the freshly picked spices! A day out on a dhow with Safari Blue is a must for all visiting Zanzibar. We spent 2 days in Stone Town and I have fallen in love with Stone Towns old world charm. Africa House is the perfect place to watch a beautiful sunset and enjoy a drink and lie on the barazas while smoking a fruity sheesha (hubbly bubbly). The people of Zanzibar are wonderful and hospitable and there's always someone wanting to help you or show you around. Forodhani gardens has a night food market but be wary about calculating the total cost of your meal before eating it! You could wind up paying 4 times more than you should! What a brilliant Holiday!!! Thanks for arranging it for us Heidi. We will certainly be calling you again. Asante sana,Thank you. Best wishes The A. Family."

Bilkees A., April 2011 · Al Johari Boutique Hotel (Stone Town)

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★☆ (4 out of 5)

"Hi Esme Terug en heerlik uitgerus. Dinge is nog net dieselfde by Club Med. Skoon kamers, heerlike kos en vriendelike diens. Al wat ons hierdie keer gevang het was die vreeslike hitte en die amper te warm see. Global warming is ‘n werklikheid, ons was al voorheen in Maart op Mauritius (juis Club Med) en dit was nie naastenby so warm nie. Weereens baie dankie vir die (alles perfek) reelings. Ek kontak jou weer vroeg in 2012. Erika"

Erika P., April 2011 · Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi daar Esme, Baie, baie dankie vir ‘n ongelooflike, wonderlike vakansie!!!!! Baie dankie weereens vir al jou raad, moeite, geduld en vriendelikheid. Dit word opreg waardeer!! Netta, Baie dankie ook vir al jou geduld en hulp. Dit word waardeer! Groete Flores en Elsabe"

Elsabe S., April 2011 · Mauricia Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi Heidi Wou net vir jou laat weet het dat ons n fantastiese tyd in Zanzibar gehad het. Breezes was ongelooflik - die personeel was wonderlik met my seuntjie gewees, die kos was fantasties (nie een aand dieselfde kos of tema gehad nie), die strand was wonderlik, alles was net wonderlik. Ons beplan al reeds ons trippie terug... Al Johari was darem eerste aan die beurt, andersins het dit baie sleg afgesteek teen Breezes. Ek sou nie meer as een nag daar spandeer nie. Die ontbyt was regtig sleg, veral invergelyking met die Serena se ontbyt, en dit kos dieselfde prys! Ons het die oggend mos so vroeg geland en het toe by die Serena ontbyt gaan eet. Ek sou voorstel mens bespreek Al Johari room only en gaan eet by Serena....as mens kan! Die transfers het ook seepglad verloop. Baie dankie vir al jou hulp met die besprekings, ek vermoed ek sal jou weer kontak in die toekoms. Groete Renate"

Renate T., March 2011 · Breezes Beach Club

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi Esmé Just to let you know that we had a wonderful 2 weeks in the Grand Mauritian; it is highly recommendable!! Kindest Regards Jos D."

Jos D., March 2011 · The Westin Turtle Bay Resort

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"This is our third time here and it just gets better and better"

Andy B., March 2011 · Riu Hotel La Gemma D'ell Est

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"This is our third time here and it just gets better and better"

Andy B., March 2011 · Riu Hotel La Gemma D'ell Est

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Best Wedding & Birthday Ever!!! First of we would like to thank Stephnie for all the arrangements she had done for us, as we were a big group and bookings were done from all over. And besides all the bookings, she still managed to get all my wedding details through to Mapenzi, so that we could have our DREAM WEDDING!!! From day one as we arrived I had a personel assistant named Sarah. She was informed about all my requests I wanted for the wedding and immediately I felt calm and knew I could enjoy my holiday and not be “Bridezilla” for the remaining days till our wedding. We had such a great time, and all the staff from Mapenzi was so friendly. The rooms, service, food and Cocktails were excellent! I would recommend it to anybody. We would have our wedding there again & again.... Sarah was amazing with all her planning and creating the most beautifull venue for us. Even the barmen, Chef’s and outside workers, they all got involved and really went out of their way to make the day a very special one! Thanks GUYS!!! We would like to thank all the people from Mapenzi who helped make this day so special and also all our guests that attended. I am sure everyone would go back in a heartbeat! A few tips I would recommend to any one that wants to visit in future or have a wedding: 1: Do remember to take a hat and sun block as it is very HOT! 2: Safari Blue is a MUST!!! (Best coral & Seafood Lunch ever) 3: Have a rehearsal with the commissioner before the wedding! 4: Remember to take medication in case you fall sick or something happens. 5: If you like to social and party go to Paje for a day! Warm thanks from Claudia & Eddie"

Claudia S., February 2011 · Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Club

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi We got back from honeymoon on 23 February 2011 after 6 nights there and it was amazing. The hotel, the staff, the food (OMG! it was awesome), the room and bathroom was spacious, and the beach was perfect! Wanted to convey these sentiments on your website and also that I heartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a tranquil beach holiday. Thank you for your help in making our honeymoon great. Dr. Shahiem H."

Shahiem H., February 2011 · Mauricia Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi We got back from honeymoon on 23 February 2011 after 6 nights there and it was amazing. The hotel, the staff, the food (OMG! it was awesome), the room and bathroom was spacious, and the beach was perfect! Wanted to convey these sentiments on your website and also that I heartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a tranquil beach holiday. Thank you for your help in making our honeymoon great. Dr. Shahiem H."

Shahiem H., February 2011

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Just a quick mail to say Thank you so much for sending us to the Grand Mauritan in December. My husband and I had the most amazing holiday. It was just what the doctor ordered. You can carry on sending clients there with peace of mind they will have a great time. Especially if they stay in a suite. What an amazing room. Thanks again Amanda D.N."

Amanda D., February 2011 · The Westin Turtle Bay Resort

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Dear Esme' My wife and I spent a wonderful week in December at La Pirogue in Mauritius. The beach was fantastic , plenty of space , plenty of sun loungers , calm clear water and new equipment in the boat house. The food was not repetitive and we believed it to be above 4 star standard. We found the resort to be well maintained , clean , safe and thoroughly relaxing. I would strongly advise the all-inclusive option , it made the holiday for us knowing that we could order food and drink at will , access the mini-bar and enjoy the services of the beach trolley without the hassle of a large tab in foreign currency at the conclusion of the holiday. Your service complemented the process and we would have no hesitation in highly recommending Exotic Vacations , yourself and La Pirogue of course! Kind Regards Derek & Linda M."

Derek M., February 2011 · La Pirogue Mauritius

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★☆ (4 out of 5)

"Dear Esme Thank you so much for recommending Le Victoria Mauritius. We had a wonderful time and the resort had everything we wanted, all inclusive package is the way to go. Thank you for the excellent organization, we never encountered one problem. We will be doing it again. Best wishes Belinda S."

Belinda S., February 2011 · Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Dear Taryn, My friends, Charles and Caro have arrived in Zanzibar and are absolutely ecstatic. They say they are in paradise there. I have to thank you so much for all your assistance in making this happen at such short notice and for bending over backwards to get it all done in time. Thanks also to Stephanie for her patience and persistence with the credit card. I hope that next time I book with you it is for me. Or maybe I should really become a travel agent so I can go on an educational! You were all so nice to deal with. I will certainly recommend you to anyone who want to go to Zanzibar. Kindest regards, Felicity C."

Felicity C., January 2011 · Neptune Pwani Beach

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"Hi Heidi, Wou jou lank al gemail het maar ook besige tyd agter die rug! Dina Robin was heerlik baie dankie vir die advies daar! Shandranie is ook heerlik maar wat luuksheid en ontspanning betref was Dina Robin bo baas. Groete Sonja"

Sonja H., January 2011 · Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

"We did have a lovely holiday in Zanzibar. We always do. However, upon check-in and being shown to our rooms, the requested twin room (with two double beds or at least 3/4 beds) were not available even though that is what we paid for. So, for the first two night Armand had to sleep on the coach and Amory used the bed. Fortunately, on the third day Armand was given his own room and for that we were most grateful. The resort is beautiful, but we were very disappointed in the quality of the food. We ate mostly pasta. The service was also very poor and with every meal there were either glasses or cutlery or serviettes missing. Most meals were eaten without salt. Communication is definitely a huge problem since the resort is primarily Italian speaking. Eveerything is not inclusive and we had to pay a E5 fee for use of the gym and E10 as a room service charge to have a glass of milk brought to the room. Internet is also excluded and the fee for that was E3 for 20 minutes of internet time. There is also not much watersport available and any of that had to be sourced in at other hotels. The reason we went back to the Dream of Zanzibar was because shortly after the hotel opened we went there and everything was so superb. It does seems that things have slipped quite a bit. The variety of the food also seems to have shrunk. Anyway, my thanks to Stephnie at Exotic Vacations for the excellent service. I wil definitely be booking my next trip through EV."

Helga L., January 2011 · Dream of Zanzibar

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5)

"It was okay but I will not recommend Coral Rock to anybody else. We expected it to be simple but we never expected the management of the resort to be so bad, service was non existant. Food was the worst I had ever experienced, on the first night we ordered a seafood platter and it got burnt to charcoal. Resort is very beautifl but the staff and management need to jack up their service."

Andre S., January 2011 · Coral Rock Beach Bungalows

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★☆☆☆ (2 out of 5)

"Hello Taryn, Re: C. family holiday – Sugar beach We would like to wish you, your family and all the colleagues at work all the very best for the 2011 year. Hope you all had a super rest and relax and feel revitalized. Please accept our sincere thanks for the precise and efficient way our entire holiday package was arranged by you. All our special requests were perfectly executed and we had the time of our lives. Thanks so much for all of that, as you can recall that it was very important to us. All is much appreciated by our family. . . Thank you very much. All the best for the year. Kind regards. Bernice, Ray, Ashley and Howard C."

Ray C., January 2011 · Sugar Beach Mauritius

Our service: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5) · Hotel: ★★★★★ (5 out of 5)