Mauritius Honeymoon-What to Wear

Honeymoons are fun-filled vacations where newlyweds go to enjoy and celebrate their wedding on their own and enjoy each other’s company exclusively. Mauritius is a very common destination for honeymoons. Deciding what to wear on honeymoon is something any new bride or groom thinks about even though most grooms or brides don’t give it much though as they do the wedding. Deciding what to wear during the honeymoon depends on the destination of the honeymoon and the activities that you will be involved in. Mauritius has a fairly tropical climate with white sandy beaches and therefore this must be put into consideration when deciding what to wear.

·         Travelling

When travelling to Mauritius for the honeymoon, it is advisable to wear lightweight and loose clothing. Such clothes are important because it helps you make the transition of climate without any cold walks to the airport or uncomfortable heating on the way to your hotel. It is advisable to aim for something comfortable for the plane like a pair of linen trousers and a kaftan that can be easily stashed away in a backpack or handbag when you reach Mauritius. A hat is also recommended when travelling to Mauritius and some sunglasses.

·         Daytime excursions

There are a lot of daytime activities that honeymooners can engage in when visiting Mauritius especially visiting religious or spiritual sites. It is important to wear appropriate clothing for these excursions keeping in mind the warm weather of Mauritius. You can wear long shorts or trousers and clothes that cover your shoulders. You can also wear comfortable shoes that do not absorb heat. Keep off leather shoes for such excursions. Flip flops or supportive sandals are good for such excursions because they keep the feet cool and blister-free. Also pack a hat and sunglasses for such excursions.

·         Beachwear

Mauritius is well known for its sandy beaches and its warm weather and therefore beachwear is a must carry when going for honeymoon in Mauritius. Plenty of swimwear and beach clothes must be packed for when you want to relax by the pool or go for a dip in the sea. Try to make sure your beachwear is modest considering you are a newlywed. A two piece swim wear or bikini is okay but don’t forget to pack a cover-up or a sarong for travelling to and from the beach. A sunscreen must also be carried to protect your skin from skin burns.

·         Evenings

A good honeymoon is not complete without evening dinners and parties. The evening in Mauritius are a lot cooler that you might expect an especially in the winter. You may carry a lightweight cardigan or jacket to wear over your dinner clothes or your evening wear incase the night gets cooler. If you are going for dinner in restaurants, try to be casual and therefore a summer dress and trendy jewelry will do for women and trousers and short-sleeved shirt for males. Women can wear high heels or sandals depending on where the dinner is taking place.