Search, Find & Book Holidays in the Indian Ocean
Summary
Holidays in the Indian Ocean offer the chance to enjoy an absolute paradise. Stunning sandy beaches, glistening clear waters and boasting a true natural beauty, Indian Ocean holidays are perfect for that remarkable dream getaway. The Indian Ocean is the third largest ocean in the world and is home to an array of diverse destinations including, Goa, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Kerala and the exotic Maldives. All of these Indian Ocean holiday destinations have been extremely popular with British holidaymakers for years especially in the winter months when the cold weather braces the UK.
Getting there and getting around
Flights to the Indian Ocean don’t come cheap, however finding good deals is not impossible at travel.co.uk. Charter flights tend to be the more popular choice for those travelling to The Indian Ocean with many luxury tour operators specialising in Indian Ocean holidays. Kuoni have some fantastic offers to The Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius along with Virgin Holidays, who operate to virtually every destination in the region. Public transport around the Indian Ocean varies greatly depending on the destination, however, island groups such as the Maldives and the Seychelles may involve water taxi transfers between resorts.
Things to do
With so many destinations on offer in this fantastic part of the world, finding holidays to the Indian Ocean that suit your needs is certainly feasible. If you wish to simply lie back on sun-kissed beaches whilst sipping exotic cocktails under the blazing heat, then why not head to the beautiful islands of The Maldives, Mauritius or The Seychelles. Here ‘simplicity’ is the best way word to describe these exquisite holiday destinations. Holidaymakers can visit here and not have to worry about a thing. For those who prefer to be out and about whilst on holiday, a trip to Sri Lanka is a must. You can take a trip off the beaten track and discover a fantastic array of animal life, such as the incredible elephant, wild leopards, excitable monkeys as well as sloths, wild boars, cobras and crocodiles.
Food and drink
Food and drink in the Indian Ocean can offer a great deal of variety. Expect spicy meat, fish and vegetables served with rice and bread variations in many restaurants as well in hotels. A popular choice for locals Sri Lanka is ‘Lassi,’ a yoghurt drink that is extremely refreshing and very delicious. In Mauritius and the Maldives however, the diversity of the population is reflected in the food served here. Holidaymakers will be offered all kinds of exciting flavours including ‘creole rougailles’, plus a huge range of fish dishes and lots more besides. Delicious Sri Lankan curries are another mouth-watering experience and there are plenty of European classics that specifically cater for visiting guests with a less adventurous palate.