THE SECRET ISLAND OF LA REUNION

A tiny fleck of an island, but a treasure trove of undiscovered beauty. La Réunion is a striking volcanic island nestled deep in the southern Indian Ocean, just made for adventure.

Turquoise seas meet black sands, and blue lagoons are majestically framed by luscious green peaks. It may be small, but this paradisical French territory is home to an active volcano, the Indian Oceans highest peak and the largest French city outside of France!

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WHERE IS LA REUNION?

This little island is located in the southern Indian Ocean, 124 miles to the southwest of Mauritius and 435 miles to the east of Madagascar. You can fly to La Reunion in just under 13 hours with a stop in Mauritius, Paris or the Middle East.

A LUSH TROPICAL WILDERNESS

La Réunion really breaks the mould when it comes to Indian Ocean escapes. Bursting with natural drama, those seeking a little more adventure on their travels will fall in love with this tiny island. Canyoning, kayaking, horse riding, rafting, scuba diving, and mountain biking are just some of the adrenaline-pumping activities on offer here. Miles of hiking trails twist through the dense jungle and the ruggedly beautiful mountains, putting you within touching distance of unique birdlife and within easy reach of stunning scenery.

Discover enormous craters, lush with rainforests and crashing waterfalls, home to entire villages that exist inside them and prepare to be amazed as the temperature changes as quickly as the landscape does. And wildlife lovers will thoroughly enjoy the boat trips to spot humpback whales and blower dolphins dancing across the Indian Ocean.

Away from the abundance of exciting activities, Réunion is brimming with delightful Creole culture within its charming villages and towns filled with vividly painted temples and pastel-coloured houses. And for those looking to experience a touch of the classic Indian Ocean escape, there is plenty of opportunity for long, lazy days spent on the strips of golden sand and some excellent snorkelling along the islands west coast within the reef-protected lagoons.

WHERE TO STAY

Hotels on this petite Indian Ocean outpost of France are the stuff of holiday dreams, think dramatic sunsets, direct access to the gorgeous beach, luxurious lagoons and turtle sanctuaries! The hotels we have selected are all around the west coast but are well placed for exploring the rest of the island.…

LUX* SAINT GILLES ★★★★★

Nestled in amongst fragrant gardens filled with bougainvillaea and hibiscus, LUX* Saint Gilles combines beachfront luxury with elegant colonial design and Creole influences. This is the only resort on the island with direct access to the stunningly beautiful L’Hermitage beach, home to a serene coral-sheltered lagoon perfect for swimming. In keeping with the brand's reputation for creating unique and special moments, you’ll find quirky features here such as a retro ice cream hut, beach cinema evenings and maybe even the odd message in a bottle left outside of your room!

ESCAPE FOR: Beachfront Luxury

PALM HOTEL & SPA ★★★★★

Perched along the cliffside on an idyllic stretch of Réunion coastline, Palm Hotel’s small cluster of villas are perfectly positioned to take in the spectacular vistas of the jewel-coloured waters of the Indian Ocean. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, there’s a sense of serenity about the area that perfectly complements the laid-back rhythm of life on the island. Book one of the beautiful Suites which are situated in one-storey villas that are shared with just one other suite and feature a veranda with a sun deck and whirlpool.

ESCAPE FOR: The Perfect Location

BLUE MARGOUILLAT ★★★★★

This white-walled, turquoise roofed boutique hotel resembles a beautiful home, with a fabulous art collection adorning the walls and sculptures placed throughout the garden. Relax around the central pool and soak up the sea views, and in the afternoon pick a dish from the snack cart. At sunset, the chef suggests pre-dinner aperitifs to accompany cocktails on the terrace overlooking the bay of Saint-Leu. You’ll need to book early to secure one of just 14 rooms here!

ESCAPE FOR: Understated Sophistication 

MULTI-DESTINATION ESCAPES

The beautiful island of La Réunion is only a one hour flight from Mauritius making these two Indian Ocean gems the perfect multi-destination escape. Alternatively, you could break up the journey with a stopover in the Middle East and enjoy the extravagance of either Dubai or Abu Dhabi. Whatever you dream of experiencing, our personal Travel Consultants can help to create an itinerary as unique as you are.

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