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1. Introduction »» Heritage Resorts welcomes you to its domaine, 2500 hectares of unique experiences . . . 2. Heritage Resorts »» A brand, a concept 3. Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort »» Introduction »» The style »» Awards, labels and certifications 4. Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort »» Introduction »» The style »» Awards, labels and certifications 5. Heritage The Villas »» Scenic villas for ‘à-la-carte’ holidays »» Awards, labels and certifications 6. Gastronomy »» Culinary offer at Heritage Le Telfair »» Culinary offer at Heritage Awali »» Culinary offer at Domaine de Bel Ombre 7. VI ‘Kids & VI ’Teens 8. Water & land sports activities 9. Seven Colours Spa »» A concept, a brand »» Seven Colours Spa at Heritage Awali »» Seven Colours Spa ‘Millesime Collection’ at Heritage Le Telfair 10. Heritage Golf Club »» Introduction »» An exceptional golf course »» The club house »» Awards, labels and certifications 11. Le Château de Bel Ombre 12. The C Beach Club 13. The Frédérica Nature Reserve 14. The Domaine de Bel Ombre »» History 15. Biography »» Jean-Luc Naret »» Enrico Rodatti »» Mode 2 16. The VLH Group 17. Corporate Social Responsablity of the Group 18. Presse Contacts Heritage Resorts Heritage Resorts welcomes you to its domaine, 2500 hectares of unique experiences…

1. Introduction 2. Heritage Resorts

Le Domaine de Bel Ombre A brand, a concept ... A destination within a destination Behind each destination, there is a country, its people, its cultural richness... Two-thousand-five-hundred hectares in the South of Mauritius, stretching from the hills to a The originality of the Heritage Resorts brand lies in its concept: to give turquoise lagoon, Le Domaine de Bel Ombre meaning and substance to our hotel offering by cloaking each of our offers an exceptional wealth of experiences to institutions in a genuine inspiration drawn from the culture of the destination. all its guests, in total harmony with its unique Heritage Resorts invites you into a world where luxury is synonymous with surroundings. Domaine de Bel Ombre is simplicity. Mauritius at its authentic best. In an intimate and welcoming ambience, you can live out an intense experience discovering the soul of the island of Mauritius: the beauty of the landscapes, the richness of the culture and the people...

Heritage Resorts at Domaine de Bel Ombre Each Heritage hotel becomes a unique experience! offers : Located on very special sites, each hotel has elegant décor and architecture • 2 five star resorts inspired by the Mauritian in perfect harmony with its surroundings. Exceptional spas, endless series of heritage: culinary delights and attentive service, all with only one goal in mind: your Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort complete enchantment. Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort Discover the three Mauritian experiences of Heritage Resorts: Heritage • Luxury villas to rent: Heritage The Villas Awali, Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage The Villas. The two hotels are • An 18 hole championship golf course: inspired by the Mauritian heritage and Heritage The Villas. Heritage Awali Heritage Golf Club drawing on the fascinating cultural rainbow of Mauritius, the memories of our sensual and bewitching African heritage and Heritage Le Telfair that • The Frédérica Nature Reserve invites its guests to stay in a setting inspired by the Mauritian colonial • 11 restaurants including Le Château de Bel architecture and style of the time. The luxury Heritage The Villas invite you Ombre to live, in complete privacy, in a residence infused with the charm and style • 2 Seven Colours Spa villages of the colonial sugar plantation past and to experience the essence of famous Mauritian hospitality! • 2 activity centres

• The C Beach Club Three original and complementary worlds, nestled at the heart of the exceptional and unique Domaine de Bel Ombre. • Kids and teens clubs Introduction

Living out the charms of yesteryear … amed after a famous naturalist, Charles Telfair, who lived in the area in the 19th century, this elegant and refined hotel invites its guests to stay in a setting inspired by the Mauritian colonial architecture and style of the time. The sublime establishment, infused with the charm and style of the colonial sugar plantation past, opens out onto a magnificent tropical garden through which the Citronniers River flows. Escaping back through time, Heritage Le Telfair immerses its guests in a very special atmosphere,N embodying the charm and romanticism of yesteryear…

Member of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World”, Heritage Le Telfair is exceptional in many ways: :its butler service in suites is one indication of our conviction that top quality is synonymous with personalised service. Further, the luxurious and spacious rooms decorated with fine white woodwork, all refer to the décor and interiors of Mauritius in the 19th century. Extending the dream, Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort has a wonderful selection of restaurants allowing its guests to discover an infinite range of flavours including the main restaurant Annabella’s on the banks of the river with an open and interactive show-kitchen and the Gin’ja a Pan Asian restaurant on the beach with a teppanyaki corner. The Cavendish Bar & Lounge is the ideal venue for the enjoyment of an aperitif, local rum, or a digestive in a relaxed piano bar atmosphere…

Sport fans have access to a plethora of land and water sport activities worthy of a 5-star hotel. Well-being is taken care of by the Seven Colours Spa ‘MiIllesime Collection’ a unique deluxe spa experience with personalized treatments all available in lush tropical gardens. Unique, Heritage Le Telfair offers you the wonderful occasion of escaping back through time… the style Homage to Charles Telfair … Charles Telfair was a fascinating character, a and flora as well as its rich multicultural humanist ahead of his time. He died on traditions) Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Located on the Domaine de Bel Ombre on Mauritius in 1833. Resort continues this tradition of welcoming which he lived, Heritage Le Telfair Golf & hospitality of the Telfairs. Spa Resort pays homage to the famous Located on the Domaine de Bel Ombre, naturalist, Charles Telfair, to his era and to on which he lived, Heritage Le Telfair Golf Charles Telfair once wrote: “This island is a the mark which he left on the island. & Spa Resort today connects us back to the haven for the traveler on the route linking era in which he lived. Annabella, Charles the nations of East and West. As the waves History notes Telfair’s wife, who was an accomplished that follow one another endlessly, so there Charles Edward Telfair, born in Ireland in water colourist, illustrated many of his finds is a constant and abundant flow of visitors 1778, accompanied the British forces as a in her paintings. who reach our shores and then leave again, and I receive them all with great pleasure.” doctor during their conquest of Bourbon The décor of the hotel draws on the and the Isle de France in 1810. He settled collection of lithographs she published as Built in the grand tradition of old properties on Mauritius in 1811 where he was stationed well as on Charles Telfair’s botanical on the island, the hotel sprawls over 15 in the colonial service. discoveries which have been planted in the hectares of the Domaine de Bel Ombre, During this period, Charles Telfair was a gardens of the hotel. which lies between the turquoise waters of passionate naturalist. He introduced many the Indian Ocean and the foothills of the Charles and Annabella Telfair were mountains of Plaine Champagne, and is new plants to Mauritius. In recognition of legendary hosts in the 1820s, encouraging his services rendered, his name was crossed by the Citronniers River and St. their friends and relatives to visit and explore Martin’s River. associated with the scientifi c names of this tropical island (with its unique fauna several plant and animal species. The sweet art of living… Right from the reception area, the architecture creates a special atmosphere: structural timber work, wood carvings, everything in the décor transports you to another world. Dark furniture and light-coloured wooden finishes play with the light.

A few steps into the main house and the magic of Heritage Le Telfair is immediately All your senses awakened… rails. The fabrics and carpets are all of apparent. The paths that meander through the villas selected natural materials, linen, cotton, wild Majestic and circular, the room opens onto take you on a journey of discovery, just silk, in soft colours, light green, beige and a balcony overlooking the Citronniers River, like in the olden days in the park-like light cappuccino.This decorative research and the beautiful gardens and villas gardens of the large sugar estates, exotic into the period furnishings gives the rooms a spreading out over the park. A little further scented places where frangipani, warm intimacy. away, a bridge curves graciously over the bougainvillea and hibiscus mingle. river. The large four poster canopied bed in A rich palette of colours, different volumes suites gives a romantic touch that enhances The path to your room takes you to the first of sounds, the abundance of different the drape of a light veil falling from the lookout with a panoramic view of the huge varieties of plants, all create a unique ceiling, the mosquito net of times gone by. swimming pool. The vision extends to the setting. Strolling along the river, you will reef, with the waves breaking into white be soothed by a natural symphony: the The spacious bathroom, finished with foam, contrasting with the blue of the sky. gentle murmur of water, the rustle of leaves earthenware wall tiles and a mosaic floor in the breeze and the song of tropical with old motifs coordinates harmoniously birds. with wood and mirrors to create a warm atmosphere. Honeycomb towels The 158 rooms and suites are divided into embroidered with colourful orchids add an pavilions nestled among the gardens, all elegant touch. Behind a glass door respecting the style and colonial decorated with 19th century arabesques, architecture of houses built in the last the rain shower cascades you in a relaxing century. Large French windows open waterfall. onto a veranda * comfortably furnished Some rooms and suites feature a tropical for you to relax. Attention to detail and shower fitted outside in a private garden. the quality of the finishes enhance the comfort and confirm the elegance of the spaces. At Heritage Le Telfair everything is geared to creating an atmosphere of dreams and romance. * “It is everything all at once, veranda, Architect (built in 2004) gallery, terrace, porch, living room, ship’s Alistair Macbeth & Peter Scott of the deck and winter garden, the veranda is an architect’s office “Macbeth” essential and even existential part of the www.macbeth.mu Mauritian soul” Excerpt from “La vie en varangue”. Decorator: Wilson & Associates www.wilsonassociates.com

Harmony of colours, generosity of During the renovation in 2010 : Virginie Koenig and Damien Marot of spaces VK Design The finishes in the rooms are an interplay www.id.co.mu of dark and light floors set against the light tones of the panelled ceilings and dado- AWARDS, LABELS & CERTIFICATIONS

A member of the ‘Small Luxury Hotels This certificate is awarded to hotels that of the World’ receive consecutive evaluations of “excellent”. Heritage le Telfair was also classed by the Trivago website as the second best hotel in the “Best Hotel” for travellers on their honeymoon, third in the “Best Family Hotel” and fourth in the “Best Luxury Hotel”. t the end of September 2008 Heritage Le Telfair Awarded twice at the Golf & Spa Resort was World Travel Awards named one of the “Small LuxuryA Hotels”. It is only the second hotel Heritage Le Telfair has been rewarded and in Mauritius to receive such a prestigious elected both “Best Golf Resort” in 2010 distinction, showing once more its and 2011 and “Best Luxury Resort” of professionalism in the luxury hotel business. Mauritius at the World Travel Awards 2010. More then 183.000 professionals of Besides its idyllic scenery, its restaurants, its the tourism industry, most notably travel Seven Colours Spa ‘Millesime Collection’ agencies, tour operators and tourism and its 18 hole championship golf course, organisations participated in the vote…a Heritage Golf Club… Heritage Le Telfair true recognition of this hotel and all its team. has trained its butlers at the prestigious Ivor Spencer School of London, so that “art de Heritage Le Telfair receives two times vivre” and service reach perfection. the “ Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” for its wine list at the It is only very naturally that Heritage Le restaurant Annabella’s Telfair Golf & Spa Resort was labelled on of the “Small Luxury Hotels”. This This distinction issued regularly by the Wine recognition reflects strong professionalism in Spectator magazine recognizes restaurants the luxury hospitality industry, rewarding with the best wine list. The criteria include character hotels of human scale. not only the fine selection of wines, storage conditions, but also the creativity of the Heritage Le Telfair honoured in 2011 by a menu with a wine list to match the dishes Certificate of Excellence “ from “Trip and the presentation of the menu in general. Advisor”, a global review site. Annabella’s restaurant at Heritage Le Telfair, is recognized as one of the best gastronomic addresses on the south coast and offers an open kitchen concept and a magnificent view over the Citronniers River. Introduction Escape to the subtle accents of Africa…

rawing on the fascinating cultural rainbow of Mauritius, the memories of our sensual and bewitching African heritage, a truly authentic experience awaits you at Heritage Awali. With an ethnic decor that is synonymous with elegance... what “awali” means in Africa is a return to the sources, to the origins...

WelcomedD by the sounds of djembes, immerse yourself in this warm and friendly world and meet the true Mauritius, where the magic of the place lies in the perfect balance of luxury, simplicity and friendliness.

Ideal for family, friends or couple holidays, Heritage Awali stands out for its exceptional range of services tailored for the enjoyment of young and old. Rooms are spacious and perfectly fitted out, an array of water and land based activities are on offer including a simply spectacular 18-hole golf course! And an exclusive kids club, where 2 to 11 years old can have fun in a learning environment, which provides children with everything they could wish for. When it comes to well-being and relaxation, enjoy the Seven Colours Spa, a unique spa for personalised treatments that rebalance your energies and the Umuzi Sports Centre. Extend the awakening of your senses by feasting on the culinary delights. A range of unique delights for you to live out unforgettable experiences of life on the island of Mauritius...

THE style A refinement that is synonymous thatch roofs shaped like pagodas, timber and a 310m² villa, decorated in resolutely with the sweetness of life and work made out of casuarina wood ... refined style from which emanates a feeling simplicity... of perfect harmony: warm tints, objects of The African inspiration is to be seen all over, woven straw and terracotta, wooden A refinement that is synonymous with the and comes in subtle shades, revealing a pure, furniture, large earthenware jars ... each room sweetness of life and simplicity... sober décor: warm tones - ochre, tan, saffron, opens onto a private terrace, not far from brown – dark Wenge wood doors, copper, two infinity pools and a long white sandy Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort blends objects and furniture fashioned in Africa and beach. perfectly into the lush natural environment Madagascar. The decorator Virginia Koenig of the south of Mauritius, at the foot of the has instilled the place with a resolutely ethnic Bathrooms have the ultimate contemporary hills and mountains where the remains of the style, beautifully adapted to a tropical world design, with square basins and oval great primeval forests spread out, and at the and imbued with a casual elegance. bathtubs embedded black stone. edge of an ocean with perpetually changing colours... This is the essence of Africa, when the A haven of peace, the spacious villa features setting sun warms the ochre colours of the a scene straight out of the novel “Out of Right from the outset, guests are immersed in earth and the vibrant tints of the horizon, Africa”, with terrace, private pool and the special ambience, greeted by the sound before night falls, and the hotel is adorned gazebo ... here the African style suffuses of a giant tom-tom in a wonderful open with intimate lighting and the murmurs of the everything, creating a refined quiet space, framed by slate lined ponds night in an irresistible appeal to the atmosphere, promising absolute tranquillity. festooned with water lilies and surrounded imagination ... by coconut palms. Space, flow and special intimate effects characterise the architecture Nestled in the lush vegetation and arranged Architect: Jean Marc Eynaud of the Mauritian Jean Marc Eynaud ... an in a village of ochre coloured adobe houses www.jmeynaudarchitects.com architect who delights in playing with with thatched roofs which house the rooms Decorators: Virginie Koenig and contrasts: the ground floor of volcanic stone of the Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort Damien Marot of VK Design and terracotta tiles played off against teak www.id.co.mu parquet floors, shingle roofs set against 154 ‘Deluxe’ rooms (52 m), 5 suites of 100m² AWARDS, LABELS & CERTIFICATIONS

Heritage Awali rewarded at the A real recognition for this exceptional spa “World Luxury Hotel Award” rewarded for its service and unparalleled in 2010 and 2011 standards of quality. Its unique design and exceptional decor - of an African village covering over 3000 square eritage Awali Golf & Spa meters of luxuriant nature have extra added Resort won the award for appeal to spa afficionados and the selection best ‘Global Luxury Family of experts from the global spa industry who Hotel’ at the World Luxury participated in the vote. HotelH Award 2010 and the ward of the ‘Best Beach Resort’ in 2011. Established in Heritage Awali has also received the 2006, the World Luxury Hotel Award is Bronze award in the category ‘Best Hotel considered to be the highest honour of the of the Indian Ocean’ by Virgin Holidays hospitality industry. While this award in 2011. symbolizes excellence for those who receive it, it is also a seal of quality for the discerning The Heritage Awali has been HACCP traveller. certified since March 2010 The food safety system provides a guarantee The Seven Colours Spa at Heritage of hygiene by means of defined processes and Awali named ‘Best Luxury Destination controls throughout the food preparation Spa’ in Mauritius by the ‘World Luxury chain. The granting of this internationally Spa Award’. recognized certificate reflects the commitment of a dedicated team that never ceases to be Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort and its concerned with the quality offered to spa, leading the ‘Seven Colours’ Mauritian customers. spa brand, were rewarded again in 2011 by the ‘World Luxury Spa Award’ by taking the top honour of ‘Best Luxury Destination Spa’. Your ‘à la carte’ holidays...

The scenic villas in this award-winning estate are the perfect holiday destination, offering high-end services within a unique and preserved environment. Set in the breathtaking beauty of a nature reserve, Heritage The Villas offer privileged access to a fantastic 18-hole golf course, a 19th century manor house and extensive facilities at two neighbouring deluxe resorts… Paradise found!

uests enjoy the veranda lifestyle in private villas with 3 or 4 rooms with quality finishes and sophisticated equipment that encompasses them in the private world of a luxury resort with the most elegant service combined Gwith 5 * luxury of incomparable quality. Here the words simplicity, kindness and discretion are still synonymous with high-end hospitality and exceptional holidays.

The Heritage villas are spread over nearly 200 hectares of landscaped tropical gardens with lush plants. The villas were designed by a renowned Mauritian architect, Jean-François Adam, in the style of Mauritian plantation homes. They offer breathtaking views of the golf course, the lagoon, the Indian Ocean and the foothills of the Plaine Champagne.

Enjoy the view and savour the essence of legendary Mauritian hospitality!

These luxury villas are fully equipped and include an infinity pool, large verandas, air conditioned bedrooms, communication facilities at the cutting edge of technology including free internet access and a full range of satellite TV channels.

The rooms are cleaned daily, and the villas have 24 x 24 hour concierge service.

The tranquil atmosphere and the large open spaces of your villa will make you feel totally at ease.

The warm surroundings of the fully landscaped and fenced garden will provide you with a feeling of coziness.

Reading on a long chair under the gazebo or lying next to the large swimming pool while the grilling scents arising from the barbecue enchant your senses… this is your relaxing time home from home! A golf cart, available free in each villa, permits its residents to move at will on the Domaine de Bel Ombre, including to the C Beach Club, the meeting place for villa guests, and to the beautiful Château de Bel Ombre for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Guests are spoilt for choice with access to an exceptional range of facilities. Guests of the villas enjoy free and unlimited access to all the amenities, services and activities of the Domaine de Bel Ombre including the C Beach Club and two Heritage hotels and their spas, restaurants, land based and water sports as well as a beach over a mile long.

Some of the facilities include privileged access to the 18-hole championship Heritage Golf Club with unlimited free green fees as well as preferential rates at two other neighbouring 18-hole golf courses in the south-west (Le Paradis and Tamarina).

In addition to these amenities, residents have a plethora of paid services at their disposal: breakfast in the villa, home delivery, private chef for breakfast, lunch or dinner, a children’s menu, 24 by 24 hour service room, dry cleaning and laundry, babysitting, as well as a butler service, organisation of parties and spa treatments in their own villa!

The villas are fully furnished and equipped and they offer free internet access and satellite TV channels as well as daily cleaning and 24-hour Concierge service. Additionally to the above-mentioned services, a plethora of facilities is available at an extra cost. Guests can decide to have starter packs upon arrival, order a continental/English breakfast in their villa, reserve a cook or/and butler service and request grocery delivery.

Transfers by car or helicopter can be arranged as well as car rental and many different excursions (catamaran cruises and charters, deep sea fishing, private hunting, nature walks, motorised water sports, quad biking)

The Frédérica Nature Reserve, which presents a unique environment for observing the wildlife, fauna and flora of Mauritius is available at the villas’ doorsteps.

As far as gastronomy is concerned, the Heritage The Villas’ guests have access to 11 restaurants at the Domaine de Bel Ombre including the amazing Château de Bel Ombre.

AWARDS, LABELS & CERTIFICATIONS Heritage The Villas have won awards the “Property Awards’ Europe and Africa in 2009 twice, an internationally recognized competition, in the categories “best programme” and “best golf programme.” Home Overseas Magazine has also placed Heritage Villas among the top 10 luxury real estate programmes in the world. Finally, Heritage Villas was selected for the final of the Marketing Excellence Awards”, organized by “the Chartered Institute of Marketing.” Culinary offer at Heritage Le Telfair

eritage Le Telfair golf & Spa Resort offers a choice of restaurants that allows everyone to give free rein to their desire to discover new fl avours at every meal. The variety of choices offered, the originality in the preparation of dishes and the fi nely balanced mix of tradition and modernism in the fusion of fl avours, these are the watchwords of the food at Heritage Le Telfair. unique to Heritage Le Telfair is the interactive live cooking concept that you will fi nd throughout the resort. The Hinteraction between the diners and the chef allowing guests to contribute ideas while he is creating dishes, in full view of everyone in a spectacular open kitchen.

THE CHEF’S TABLE The Chef’s Table is located at the heart of Annabella’s kitchen and offers our guests a unique experience: to enjoy a creative menu of dishes specially concocted by the Chef using freshly harvested produce from our local markets during the day, and served with wines specially chosen to go with the dishes

THE CHEF’S COOKINg COuRSE Cooking lessons are also available for customers wishing to learn to cook Mauritian food among other meals. This is a multicultural experience in which participants share experiences and compose dishes together with one of our talented Chefs which are then served to them later for lunch with a glass of wine.

ANNABELLA’S In tribute to Annabella, the wife of Charles Telfair, this restaurant has been designed in the style typical of plantation owners homes. Run as a ‘Chic’ brasserie, with half-moon shaped banquettes, rattan chairs and traditional open kitchen which allows customers to watch the food being prepared, this restaurant takes guests on a journey back in time. Divided into four distinct areas, Annabella’s offers a different setting every day, such as for example, the terrace along the Citronniers River. Every day the chef presents a creative menu which is constantly renewed, offering international and Mauritian cuisine.

LE PALMIER Overlooking the pool and the ocean, this pool & beach bar ‘feet in the sand’ offers the ideal place for those who want uninterrupted enjoyment of the sea. It offers light lunches, snacks, salads, ice creams and refreshments. gIN’JA Set on a stretch of white sandy beach by overlooking the lagoon, this modern lifestyle restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. The Chef suggests Pan Asian inspired cuisine with a relaxed ambiance for lunch with beach service and in the evening, the restaurant adopts a more sophisticated atmosphere for a refi ned culinary experience. Enjoy gin’ja bar throughout the day or for a sundowner experience facing the beautiful lagoon and Citronniers River or its teppanyakki corner to enjoy a live cooking experience..

CAVENDISH BAR The history of the Cavendish banana Nine out of every ten bananas sold in the shops of England at that time were Cavendish bananas, clearly demonstrating how the infl uence of man has been important for the banana. It all started in 1826 in southern China, when Charles Telfair, a resident of Mauritius and plant lover, became interested in some species of banana that he had spied quietly during his many travels. Three years later, he sent two of these plants to a friend in England. On the death of the latter, these plants were sold to the Duke of Devonshire. In 1836, from Chatsworth, growers spread the Cavendish variety far and wide, propagating their plants from the original two. The missionary John Williams took the rejects from Chatsworth and took them to the islands of Samoa, Tonga and Fiji. We even think that this variety came to Hawaii via Tahiti in 1855, and at the same time to Australia and Papua New guinea.

The name “Cavendish” refers to a type of banana imported to Mauritius by Charles Telfair. It is in this bar before or after dinner that those in the know relax in comfortable armchairs enjoying a cocktail, liqueur or the best cigars whilst listening to live music. For whiskey connoisseurs, a menu of 100 “single malts” exceeds the most demanding expectations. This bar also offers a fi ne selection of teas and cigars, a library and a billard.. As for the décor, the “English smoking room” atmosphere of colonial times is enhanced by beautiful coffered ceilings decorated with the arms of personalities who stayed at Bel Ombre. Culinary offer at Heritage Awali

BALAFON With its ethnic decor inspired by its name taken from that of an African musical instrument, the main restaurant, Balafon, is without doubt the place to meet for breakfast. In the evening it is the setting for a delicious culinary voyage through varied cuisine themes.

This restaurant, with a warm, friendly atmosphere, is housed in four pavilions, surrounded by mirror ponds. The restaurant offers cuisine that emphasizes initiation into a refined journey of discovery while playing boldly with the influences of Mauritian and world cuisines. Its buffet present a range of culinary delights.

INFINITY BLUE Located on the sea front, with your ‘toes in the sand’ the Infinity Blue has a relaxing and enchanting feel about it. It has a various menu including Mauritian delicacies and sea food all with stunning views over the lagoon ... sitting here one cannot but succumb to a feeling of harmony with nature.

AMAFROOTY Amafrooty is the ideal place to enjoy a light snack for lunch at the poolside.

BOMA (open once a week weather permitting) A unique setting under the stars of Mauritius The programme for this unique and friendly African evening campfire: traditional African music, local produce and game from the Frédérica Nature Reserve cooked over a wood fire as well as vegetarian dishes, ... for a return to origins, which is what ‘awali’ means in Swahili.

ZENZIBAR A descriptive name for this lounge bar, delicately placed amongst interlaced pools, which offer breathtaking views of the lagoon. Zenzibar is the perfect place to relax or to enjoy a good cocktail. In the evening the mood is more festive!

BLUE DRIFT BAR The beach bar, with a very relaxed atmosphere. Culinary offer at Domaine de Bel Ombre

AN INFINITE RANgE OF CuLINARy DELIgHTS !

To prolong their experience of culinary pleasures, guests of Heritage Resorts (Heritage Le Telfair, Heritage Awali and Heritage The Villas) will be spoilt by choice and enjoy an exclusive range of 11 restaurants.

From Pan-Asian to Mauritian, let yourself be enchanted by a dance of a thousand and one fl avors for the enjoyment of young and old.

Main restaurants

• Annabella’s – Main restaurant of Heritage Le Telfair - Interactive international cuisine • Le Balafon – Main restaurant of Heritage Awali - International cuisine, buffet style

Quick lunch and snack • Le Palmier at Heritage Le Telfair • Amafrooty at Heritage Awali • Coast at C Beach Club • Heritage golf Club restaurant

Around the World (à-la-carte)

• Infi nity Blue – Toes in the sand restaurant at Heritage Awali - International cuisine and seafood specialties • gin’Ja - Pan-Asian restaurant on the beach at Heritage Le Telfair • Cyan - C Beach Club restaurant - Italian Cuisine • Le Château de Bel Ombre - Fine Mauritian cuisine using local products • Boma - An open air family-friendly African restaurant where you will enjoy an African show while trying the traditional dishes ( open for dinner once a week -weather permitting) guests of the domain have privileged access to 6 restaurants for dinner, and benefi t from a special credit arrangement (depending on the package reserved). VI KIDS & VI TEENS

At the Domaine de Bel Ombre, young residents of the Domaine de Bel Ombre have an endless choice of entertainment. The infrastructure of the two Heritage hotels as well as the domain covering 2500 hectares provides endless pleasure and ‘a la carte’ leisure activities. Special equipment, trained and dedicated staff, everything is there for the comfort and fun of the whole family and for spending an unforgettable holiday!

The Concept of ‘Timomo & Friends’ A funny bird! Timomo & Friends is a unique concept based on the character of Timomo, a ‘green cateau’, whose scientific name is ‘Echo Parakeet’, an endemic Mauritian species which almost became extinct a few years ago.

With green feathers and a yellow beak, Timomo, a real Mauritian mascot, looks like a parakeet. The name ‘Timomo’ refers to the Mauritian words: ‘Ti’ is the local word for ‘small’ and ‘momo’ is a nickname that comes from the word ‘Mauritius’.

Timomo is a bird that goes in search of treasure at the other side of the rainbow. This treasure hunt takes him around the island and allows him to meet friends:

Everyone helps in the quest and so, with these friends, Timomo discovers that he possesses one of the finest treasures in the world, “a rainbow heart”, in which tolerance, love, friendship, solidarity, respect and kindness prevail and sparkle!

The Mauritian identity, the rainbow nation and its warm hospitality are conveyed through this concept which inspired our exclusive brand. By sharing the cultural heritage of Timomo’s friends, children learn that difference creates harmony and that everyone adds something precious to the Timomo & friends kids club.

V.I. kids have the opportunity to discover a bright and colourful world that is both playful and original, all making their stay at the Domaine de Bel Ombre memorable and authentic. VI KIDS & VI TEENS

The Timomo & Friends kids clubs, at Heritage Le Telfair and Heritage Awali are open daily from 8h30 to 23h30 and cater for children aged 2 to 11 years staying in the hotels and villas.

Upon registration at the Timomo & Friends club, children have access to a varied program of activities specially designed for them and which enable them to go on excursions, take part in beach activities such as fishing for crabs, have fun in the pool specially reserved for them, and create their first works of art and crafts, all this and much more, all under the close supervision of our qualified staff.

On arrival: the V.I. Kids aged 2 to 11 years get : During the holidays, the following are available at the Club for - A welcome cocktail V.I.Kids aged 2 to 11 years : - A personalized welcome letter - Playstations and games - A holiday notebook - DVDs & movies - Coloured wax crayons - Supervised swimming pool for children - A ‘Timomo & Friends’ t-shirt and cap - Games to entertain and amuse them - A voucher for an ice cream from the bar

The best loved activities of Timomo & Friends clubs for V.I ‘Kids Available in bedrooms for V.I.Kids (on request): - aged 2 to 11 years : - Chamber pots - The ‘Tree Huggers’ of the Domaine de Bel Ombre - Childrens’ bathrobes - Traditional fishing in the Citronniers River - Toys for the bath - Picnic in the gardens of the Château de Bel Ombre - Rainbow evening in fancy dress

During the holidays, the VIKids aged 2 to 11 will learn about : Available at the restaurants for V.I.Kids (on request) : - The domain and its picturesque surroundings - Food customized on demand (pureed vegetables or fruits) - Endemic plants of the island - ‘Timomo & Friends’ buffet at the main restaurant or a - The beach and shellfish special children’s menu - The lagoon and its colourful coral - The culture of Mauritius

For V.I.Kids babies, the usual as well as special equipment for babies are also available : - The ‘Baby Basket ‘ for 0-3 years, a Johnson & Johnson basket in - Extra bed with embroidered linen especially for baby room upon arrival that includes all the basic products needed to - Changing table in the public toilets as well as a hygienic and care for your baby during your vacation: hermetically sealed bin for the disposal of nappies. - Body lotion - Single and double strollers for babies (on request before registering) - Baby oil - The Chef will also provide a menu especially for babies taking - Baby shampoo their food preferences into account - Soap - Embroidered towels and bath robe for baby On request only : On payment of a supplementary charge : - Baby cots - A baby-sitting service is available every morning and evening . . . - High chairs for babies in all restaurants or in your room (on request, with payment of a supplementary charge) - Car seats (on request before registration) - 1st hour - Rs450. - Pots for baby - All subsequent hours - Rs300. - Bibs - Milk especially for children (on request before registration) - Toilet seat for children - Special swimming costumes/diapers available at the ‘Blue Earth’ - Non-slip mat for the bathtub boutique - Special baby bath - Plastic beach toys available in the ‘Blue Earth’ boutique - Bottle warmer - Sunscreen available in the ‘Blue Earth’ boutique - Cold sterilizer - Anti-mosquito spray available at the ‘Blue Earth’ boutique - Hot sterilizer - Child car seat (on request before registration) - Baby monitor phones - Mosquito net for cot Before you arrive, the hotel also offers a concierge service for buying in a stock (on payment of a supplementary charge): of milk, wipes, diapers, special diapers for swimming and any other baby products and accessories available on the market.

TheV.I.KIDS on excursion . . . The V.I.KIDS discovering the sports and leisure activities . . . (on payment of a supplementary charge) (on payment of a supplementary charge)

Discovery trips are organized in groups to explore the island during V.I.Kids aged 5 to 11 years can practice and improve their favourite the holidays ... sport under the watchful eye of a professional coach and on payment of an extra charge depending on their level . . . Timomo will lead you to discover: - The crocodile and turtles park of ‘La Vanille’ Available on reservation only (30 to 45 minute private lesson): - The Seven Coloured Earth at Chamarel and the Black River Gorges - Tennis - A safari in the bush at Casela with the zebras, ostriches - Golf and birds . . . - Kite-Surfing - The tea road to Bois Chéri and the hindu temple - Horseback Riding of Grand Bassin - Painting on canvas or on a local instrument (can be organized in groups) Reservation in groups is required, minimum 4 children, single rate for - Scuba diving (PADI Bubblemaker for ages 8 years old and over) all outings including transport, picnic basket made at the Club by your child and access to the site being visited . . . Teenagers have at their disposal a wide choice of excursions, water sports and land based activities adapted to their age group in both hotels and also on the domaine, at the Frédérica Nature Reserve (trekking, mountain bike, quad etc), at Heritage Golf Club or the C Beach Club, an infinite range of possibilities for unforgettable holidays!

Golf lessons and competitions on the 9 hole pitch & putt with award ceremonies; tennis, beach soccer, and volley ball tournaments; horse rides on the beach; evenings by the water at the C Beach Club or around a camp fire; water polo; improvisation sessions; music mix workshops; bocciball tournaments; diving; treasure hunt on the domaine with bicycles and much more! LAND AND WATER SPORTS

esidents of the domain have access to an extraordinary range of activities such as the “Umuzi” sports centre at the Heritage Awali which extends over 3500 square meters and that of the Heritage Le Telfair, as well as the Rgolf course and the activities at the Frédérica Nature Reserve. Ideal for sports lovers! There are wonderful water sports facilities on the domain which an offer guests a 5 star luxury water sports experiece, including a series of free activities such as windsurfing, sailing dinghies , acquagym, daily water skiing outings, pedal boats, canoes, trips in a glass-bottomed boat, snorkelling and a range of paid activities such as scuba diving or kite surfing.

Not to mention a range of excursions which can be organized, including boat trips to see dolphins, catamaran cruises or deep sea fishing. Seven Colours Spa

SEVEN COLOuRS SPA

A concept, a brand

Seven Colours brand was conceived on the island of Mauritius - an ideal wellness destination, renowned all over the world for its multicultural way of life.

Seven Colours is a wellness brand - a unique concept and philosophy that includes spas, specially developed cosmetic products, cuisine for the senses and a holistic lifestyle to provide a total well-being experience of body, mind and energy. Seven Colours celebrates the art of well-being, turning it into a whole concept: a synthesis of ancestral therapies, stimulation of the senses, and the benefi ts of nature. When we feel at peace in the lush green surroundings of a forest, or when we feel warm and happy in a decor full of sunny yellow tones, we are experiencing something that is more than merely a visual sensation. Charged with energy, the colours are absorbed by our bodies, by our skin, and they infl uence our being at a deep level... our emotions and our state of mind. They stimulate our nervous system, feeding our 7 energy centres: the chakras. Inspired by this oriental philosophy of the Chakras, the Seven Colours concept embraces the interaction and balance of the energies and colours that revitalise us.

Seven Colours recognises and respects that we are all unique individuals and in line with this, we offer each client a personalised experience, across the range of our treatments, products and even extending to energy cuisine. A unique approach... embodied in the motto dreamed up to encapsulate Seven Colours: younique

Seven Colours, member of Ispa

Since June 2009, the ‘Seven Colours Spa’ brand has been a member of the International Spa Association (ISPA). This association, recognized worldwide in the world of spas, offers the spa customer spa a guarantee of quality. Only spas that meet the standards of service, security, code of conduct and ethics required by ISPA may be members.

Natural products

Seven Colours Cosmetics is an exclusive unisex range of spa-cosmetics sourced from nature dedicated to wellness, skin care and beauty of the face and body. A complete treatment focused range (facial creams, serums, masks, scrubs, oils and body creams) with essential oils and plants inspired by Mauritius such as ylang ylang, aloe vera, vanilla, coconut or frangipani with concentrates of properties that regulate, repair and regenerate. The products contain high-tech active ingredients such as molecular cosmetics and active liposomes that allow in-depth action or complexes of anti-aging bio-peptides and vitamins. This careful selection of natural ingredients, careful dosages and precious mixtures contribute to the great effectiveness of treatments offered in our spas and make our Seven Colours Cosmetics products true antidotes against stress and aging. The entire range is made exclusively for Seven Colours in collaboration with an independent laboratory that meets the approved international standards (ISO 9001, FDA and Eu) and is a member of the CTFA (Cosmetics Toiletry & Fragrance Association).

They are non-comedogenic, paraben free *, and contain no dyes, no mineral oils, no petroleum derivatives, no artifi cial fragrances nor animal materials. To help preserve the environment, the recyclable materials are used in the packaging and printing has been reduced to a minimum. The products are not tested on animals. Aromatherapy, subtle textures, exotic fragrances, feelings of well-being are waiting for you - sensual pleasure - optimum performance...

* Applies to the majority of products in the range Seven Colours Spa

Where all is calm, luxury, and serenity ....

esigned to be a place of calm and total relaxation, the Seven Colours Spa is a haven of tranquility where only the murmur of fountains disturbs the silence. The treatments offered, as well as the ambience and experience of the Spa are designed to provide overall well- being of the body and mind. The exclusive treatments developed by Seven Colours are adjusted according to individual needs. Body and face treatments consist of a wide range of massages, carried out by a highly qualified professional team. All products used in the Dtreatments have been developed by Seven Colours Cosmetics from the finest essential oils following the principles of aromatherapy. That results in the client experiencing complete relaxation. We recommend following these moments of intense well-being by some time in the sauna or a taking the time to rest and savour a specially formulated herbal tea.

At Heritage Awali The Seven Colours Spa at Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort is one of the most beautiful spaces dedicated to well-being of the Indian Ocean. Designed as an African village of 3000 m², the Seven Colours Spa welcomes each guest into a haven dedicated to the art of well-being. The spa has 18 treatment rooms, of which 7 are inside, 5 are open pavilions, and 2 pavilions that are right on the beach. Sauna, vitality and chilled pool, hair dresser with beauty parlour are also available for guests.

At l’Heritage Le Telfair

The spa at Heritage Le Telfair has exceptional facilities including suites and private pavilions for two open to the sky, with fountains, relaxation space, bathroom or private outdoor swimming pool for unique moments of romance and relaxation. Not to mention a wellbeing space unique in Mauritius that includes a hydrotherapy pool with relaxing bubble beds, outdoor showers with hydro massage jets and magnificent outdoor spaces for relaxation.

The Seven Colours Spa includes a hairdressing salon, a manicure and pedicure salon, a hammam, a sauna and other treatment rooms each with their own private little garden and their own bathroom.

Our ‘Millesime Collection’ Just as Millesime may describe an exceptional perfume or wine vintage so the Seven Colours ‘Millesime Collection’ underpins our most upmarket spa category. Exceptional and refined facilities, spa experiences, treatments and wellness oriented services are integrated with the natural environment surrounding them. Its primary purpose is to guide each guest into a deep feeling of wellness. This initiation is accomplished through a comprehensive programme of wellness services. These extend to services such as personal training, wellness education, a menu of healthy food options and personalised wellness programmes.

Just as Millesime may describe an exceptional perfume or wine vintage so the Seven Colours ‘Millesime Collection’ defines the category of our high end spa brand which offers a range of experiences that extend beyond the spa throughout the hotel and the Domaine de Bel Ombre: personalized fitness programmes, introductory sessions to well-being, a choice of health food and drinks, meditative relaxation sessions, private treatments in your room, and walks in the Frédérica Nature Reserve.

All these services and facilities dedicated to wellness and relaxation allow customers to enjoy their stay to the full and to leave physically and mentally rejuvenated.

(More information on spas and the Seven Colours brand in the Seven Colours press pack) A championship golf course

djoining the two hotels is the magnificent 18-hole golf course of the Heritage Golf Course , which stretches out over 100 hectares. This course is the work of architect Peter Matkovich, of Peter Matkovich & Hayes, a South African architectural firm of international renown.

ALocated between the sea and the mountains in a naturally hilly landscape featuring lakes, streams and tropical trees and this championship course (PAR 72), both technically challenging and varied, provides our golfer guests exhilarating golfing moments and an exceptional game.

It presents a real challenge to everyone who plays there, challenging themselves – whatever their level of competence – to improve their technique, their know-how and their skill. The architects of the course have integrated the two water courses that cross the golf course in the most beautiful way, creating small lakes which enhance the demands made on the technique of the players and yet fully respect the harmony and tranquility of the location. They have also integrated the magnificent Château de Bel Ombre and its gardens into the design at the heart of the golf course.

This course is certainly one of the most beautiful on the island with an amazing view over the lagoon to the south on one side and towards the hills of the Black River Gorges nature reserve on the other, giving players unique panoramic views at each hole.

It consists of 2 courses of 9 holes each. The 9 hole outer course is 3,210m long while the inner course is 3,297m long: the 3 par 3 vary from 140m to 200m, the 4 par 4s from 320m to 430m, the 4 par 5s from 490m to 520m. In addition, a 9 hole par 3 course, ideal both for beginners as well as for more advanced golfers wanting to perfect their game is sited at the heart of the 18 hole course.

The many facilities offered by the ‘Heritage Golf Club’ golf course include a putting green, chipping green and driving range. Guests can of course combine their game with physical exercise and take a wonderful walk along the course or else opt for a golf cart. Carts and caddies are available to golfers.

In addition, two qualified professionals are responsible for running the golf course and offer courses for beginners supported by the use of video. Finally, a restaurant and a bar run by courteous staff are there to receive players for a well deserved rest after a game of golf.

An environmentally responsible golf course

Created in 2004 in the foothills of Bel Ombre, the Heritage Golf Club was built on a hilly site, crisscrossed by streams, rivers in an area previously planted with sugar cane. So no deforestation, no creation of artificial ponds ... The golf course gains tremendously from its natural topography. Irrigation comes only from the collection of rainwater and runoff. This golf course has also been managed in an environmentally responsible way for some years now: 100% organic fertilizer is used for 50% fertilizer needed. The pesticide used has an outstanding environmental profile with minimal toxicity to wildlife and to users. Finally, weed control is done with coarse untreated salt. The Golf academy

The Heritage Golf Club has a golf academy with a certified PGA professional. This practice centre is ideal for all golfers who may benefit from additional learning through the use of video support and computer analysis (optional). A double practice range on grass is available and an ​​ exceptional approach area to the unique layout. Ideal for learning or training.

Golf courses are also available for adults and juniors! Courses for 1 to 6 people for adults and also for 6 to 14 year olds.

Our Golf Pro

After more than a year in Shanghai, Matthew Millet has arrived on the fairways of the Domaine de Bel Ombre. A holder of a State licence, member of the French PGA and with great experience in teaching for over 8 years including at the academies such as Dominique Larretche and David Leadbetter, is putting all his skills to the service of guests at the Heritage Golf Club. “I am excited and motivated by this exceptional course and the playing opportunities it offers.”

Sessions of night golf, unique in Mauritius

The PAR 3 course offers the opportunity for guest to enjoy an unforgettable golf experience under the stars. At these night sessions, the course is lit with glow sticks and phosphorescent balls are provided to participants to test their skills in the dark of night. An amazing course... The first holes are perfect for giving one an idea of the scale of the course.

»» On the 1st, no problem, it is a Par 4 and the main challenge is the »» Finally, an American Par 3! The 14th has 499 meters to be covered bunker at midway. in Par 5 if you want to keep up with Tiger Woods. Very, very hard with its double dog leg. »» On the 2nd, with its length at 372 to 476 meters, one is already flirting with the longest shots to be played. But as it is a par 5, it is »» Probably the most beautiful and why not the most attractive: the quite do-able. Beware, however of the green. It may hold some 15th is also an American Par 3. 25 to 30 meters in altitude, the wind surprises! swirling around, a wild river behind the green, a stream in front of it, it demands a low swing. Very technical and very difficult to »» At the 3rd, one of the shortest, the Par 3 should be achieved by achieve the Par 3. It remains one of the most musical with the everyone. sounds of the waterfall and the birds singing in the background. »» The 4th, a Par 4, nothing to report. »» Wide open spaces at the 16th! It is the largest fairway of the course. »» On the 5th, the river is not far, take care! »» If the 17th doesn’t impress you, beware! It is the most difficult of the »» At the 6th, the wind can be particularly vicious. You hit a little too whole course. Before reaching the green you have to cross a valley. hard and your ball ends up in the trees. Too short and it lands in That’s where the trouble begins: the green becomes inaccessible the river. Not easy! because it is high up and at a difficult angle.

»» For the 7th, take a deep breath, at 517 meters it is almost the longest »» A little too short, and the ball comes back down, a little too long for the champions. But as it is a par 5, you will have time to get out and it gets lost in the bushes. Good luck anyway with your attempt of the river which is before the green. at the Par 4.

»» You have to cross a cascading waterfall to reach the 8th. Across »» The 18th leads you gently back to the Club House ... provided you from the Telfair you look out over the lagoon. But don’t be fooled cover the longest distance of all the holes... 523 meters. But as it is by this wonderful view: the green is banked, quickly bringing you a par 5, one can hope to finish in style. back to earth. On arrival there is nothing further to worry about, our attentive staff »» The first holes are perfect for giving one an idea of the scale of the is there to take care of your equipment. You just take a well deserved course. rest at the Club House bar, sharing your impressions with the others, before returning to take your revenge ... on yourself. »» At 9th it’s the tees which are cascaded. To be consistent with the number of the hole, 9 tee offs are available. So do not overestimate your strength ... you have a choice.

»» Do you like dog legs? In this case the 10th may really please you..... if you get to cross the lake from the tee off!

»» At the 11th, don’t let the view of the Château de Bel Ombre impress you too much because you must struggle against a strong headwind.

»» Perfectly British, the 12th faces the mountain and faithfully reproduces the image you see in the distance. Bravo Peter! It’s beautiful.

»» No mistakes are permitted at the 13th, and you have to play accurately to achieve the Par 3. The Golf Club

Thanks to its light cuisine served continuously throughout the day and its friendly atmosphere, the Club House is the perfect place to eat after a round of golf. Served on the terrace overlooking the golf course, the menu includes a variety of snacks and fast food as well as Mauritian specialties and it has a great wine list.

This very convivial restaurant facing the golf course is open to guests of the two hotels, and serves a light breakfast, a varied menu of snacks, a wide variety of quick dishes and also Mauritian specialities.

2 resorts, luxury villas, 3 golf courses!

To provide a complete experience for golfers, the Heritage Golf Course at Bel Ombre, Le Paradis Golf Club and the Tamarina have teamed up with each other. These two other golf courses are available to residents of Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort and Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort, are located at Morne and Tamarin the one approximately ten kilometres away and the other about forty kilometres from the hotels.

Free unlimited green fees for the Heritage Resorts guests

All the guests of the villas and the two Heritage hotels have access to free unlimited green fees to the Heritage Golf Club during their stay. With this special offer, they can swing away to the best of golf!

Awards, labels and certification

Members of the IAGTO have judged the Heritage Golf Club the ‘Best Golf Course’ in Mauritius’! The Heritage Golf Club and the Heritage Le Telfair were pleased to welcome members of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators during their annual visit to Mauritius. Following their visit, the tour operators filled in a questionnaire to establish a ranking of the best golf courses and hotels on the island. The Heritage Golf Club finished top of the list with its 18 hole championship course (PAR 72) being given a score of 5.5 out of 6. Heritage Le Telfair has meanwhile been ranked second in terms of accommodation getting 5.6 out of 6. A true recognition by the (golf tour operators) profession for these two establishements!

The Heritage golf course ranked among the top 20 golf courses in the world! Primelocation.com, the number one English real estate agents site, has published its annual Top 20 best golf estates in the world. The Heritage Golf Club is ranked in 14th place and is the only golf course in the Indian Ocean area to be included! This ranking is based on the location of the golf course, the quality of its facilities and the technical level of the course. It is directed by Peter Swain, a former champion golfer, writer and television producer, who has played on the most beautiful golf courses in the world. A timeless port-of-call for true gourmets

he Château de Bel Ombre is an enchanting and exceptional place. Punctuated by large old trees overlooking a captivating French style garden, which spreads out as far as the eye can see (with the golf course below it), this colonial style house built in the late 19th century has been tastefully restored and has brought bygone T days alive again. Old-fashioned charm emanates from its antique furniture, beautiful panelling, high ceilings, majestic steps and veranda. Ideal for a romantic dinner in a fairyland of silky lights, or dreams of times gone by, Château de Bel Ombre exudes an atmosphere where dreams and romance reign supreme, an intimate ambience in which to enjoy the unique treasures of local Mauritian cuisine. The Place to C... The Place to B

he Domaine de Bel Ombre expanded its extensive range of leisure facilities in February 2011 with the opening of C Beach Club, the trendy new address in Mauritius. Located on the beach and adjacent to the Heritage Le Telfair, C Beach Club offers really “hip & chic” relaxation for all ages, both day and night, to the residents of the villas and hotels Le Telfair and Heritage Awali as well as non-residents of the Domaine de Bel T Ombre.

Facing the sea, surrounded by two thousand The identity of C Beach Club is distinguished Special events are organized on a regular basis acres of luxuriant nature, C Beach Club is the by the predominance of turquoise and featuring DJs and other local and international “sea, sun and sand experience” par excellence pristine white as well as by its pure stylish artists at parties or brunches. The C Beach of the island. The design is trendy and design. Club is the ideal venue for holding barbecues, contemporary; the C Beach Club combines beach parties, fashion shows and product tropical accents and Mediterranean inspiration It all begins with C... first of all two restaurants: launches. for true relaxation on the beach. the Coast next to the pool where you can enjoy “light” cuisine with your toes in the sand Guests are invited to enjoy its wide white and Cyan which serves Italian cuisine in an sandy beach equipped with ‘love nests’, elegant and relaxed atmosphere, the trendy Architect: canopied sun-beds, deckchairs and also its lounge bar: Chill overlooking the beach Patrick Dalais of Archos Tekten Management sapphire blue infinity pool that blends and where you can relax as we do in the tropics, Company Ltd mixes with the blue of the lagoon. and finally the boathouse: Cabana offering a range of water sports such as kite surfing, Decorators: The wooden deck overlooking the pool and water skiing and many more! Virginie Koenig and Damien Marot of the furniture design give this place a lounge VK Design and chill out ambience. The C Beach Club also has an ice-cream corner, a kinder playground and a special www.id.co.mu A mural, designed specifically for the C space specially for teenagers: the Cool with Beach Club on the opening evening, by the Wi-Fi and state if the art multimedia famous Mode 2 adorns one wall of the equipment, a pool table and a programme of entrance. This internationally renowned activities every day. Mauritian artist was inspired by the decor of C Beach and the atmosphere of the evening. To ensure guests’ absolute comfort, the He used complementary colours, orange and welcome hostesses look after the visitors as blue and expressed the sound, dance, music well as welcoming our guest in the private and rhythm in his drawings, paintings and spaces such as a private dining room, changing lettering. rooms and showers, towels and beach service. Heritage Resorts offers its guests access to the Frédérica Nature Reserve nestled in Domaine de Bel Ombre which - besides the exceptional character of its landscapes, is home to unique and protected fauna and fl ora. Covering an area of 1 300 hectares Frédérica rises to 550m above the sea, where a mixture of dry forest and coastal rainforest is to be found. The unique views, combining hilly landscapes, rolling plains and waterfalls including the highest waterfall of the island called ‘ l’Exemple’, 350 meters high, deer breeding and Lan astonishing biodiversity of fl ora and fauna have enabled the development of tourism activities in harmony with nature. One fi nds all sorts of species there, some introduced by man, medicinal, fruit trees, shrubs, and invasive species as well as indigenous Mauritian species such as black ebony, “bois pomme”, rosin producing conifers, “bois tambour”, Candle wood...

As for wildlife, Frédérica is home to a large colony of bats (approximately 10000), which are the only mammals indigenous to the island as well as 3000 deer, wild boars, monkeys, mongooses, “Paille-en-queue” birds and a few “Cateaux Verts” which are Mauritian Parakeets and are an endangered species saved by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation collaborating with the local governmental authorities, there being only 450 left on Mauritius. (Source: The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation)

The Frédérica concept : » To offer tours combining recreation with information about the fl ora, fauna and history, all accompanied by trained guides. » To strengthen social responsibility in order to conserve this natural heritage (only 2% of the indigenous forest still exists on the island) » To protect and preserve the fl ora and fauna with the help of recognized organizations such as the Mauritius Wildlife Foundation (MWF) For lovers of active tourism ... In addition to guided tours exploring Frédérica’s resources, quad bike or 4x4 excursions , day and night safaris, VTT, kids discovery tours, are organised as well as trekking! The reserve has a private lodge nestled in the hills of the reserve that serves as a stopover for excursions, rather than as a place for big events.

The Bel Ombre forest The forest at Bel Ombre is one of 2% of original forests left on Mauritius. It is considered very valuable as 50% of its vegetation is endemic (unique to Mauritius) or indigenous (specifi c to the Mascarene Islands). It is a forest that illustrates the transition from dry coastal forests to the wetlands of the highlands, it consists of a variety of species - the most common being: black ebony, olive wood, wood mat (Labourdonnaisia glauca, Sapotaceae), rosin, iron wood, nail wood (Eugenia fasciculata ,Myrtaceae) , drum wood, banana trees ...

The destruction of the unique habitat of a species leads to the disappearance of this species. Depending on its role in the ecosystem, the disappearance often leads to a rupture in the food chain and so can cause the extinction of a signifi cant number of species. Bel Ombre forest is therefore particularly important for conservation of these Mauritian species. The Bel Ombre Sugar Company and the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation signed an agreement in 2009 for the conservation and reforestation of the Bel Ombre forest.

Jumellea Recurva The Bel Ombre forest has the privilege of being one of the few places in Mauritius, to have all the components necessary for the natural habitat of the Jumellea Recurve, a white fl owered orchid previously considered to be extinct by the red list of the International union for the Conservation of Nature. On 24 February 2011, a team from Mauritian Wildlife was delighted to identify the a specimen of the Jumellea Recurva orchid growing on the trunk a tree near the river at the L’Exemple waterfall in the Dalsign hunting area. Jumellea Recurva is native to Mauritius and Reunion Island. While Reunion island has a population of approx. 1000 specimens, here in Mauritius, the species was only recently rediscovered. In March 2001, 10 specimens were found. Then in 2011, three more plants were found in the Pétrin forest, and 2 on Pouce mountain. Other specimens may have been found in the south, however, we will have to wait until they fl ower to be absolutely certain. History Notes

he origins of Bel Ombre date back to 1765 when a concession of 2,200 acres was granted to Messrs. Simon Rémirac and Claude de la Roche of Ronzet. Bernardin de St Pierre, the writer, was the first to mention the place in 1773. Nicholas Cere, the navigator, visited the site in 1782. Mathew Flinders, the explorer, anchored his schooner the ‘Cumberland’ in the Baie du Cap in 1803 on the way back T from Australia. The Bel Ombre sugar factory was built around 1802. The property was sold to Mr. Callixte Chantoiseau in 1807 who in turn sold it to Mr. Charles Telfair in 1816.

Charles Telfair, the renowned botanist, left his mark on the region which he developed and where he lived between 1816 and 1820. He was the first sugar planter to introduce agricultural implements to Mauritius, which were quaintly called ‘pioche bef‘ at the time. He also installed the first large horizontal mill in 1819. A pioneer in the field of agricultural diversification, Telfair created extensive gardens and orchards at Bel Ombre. At a time when social parity was far from advanced, he treated his workers with great consideration and he paid particular attention to their conditions of employment, housing, nutrition and hygiene.

Telfair died in 1833. Some time before he had sold the bulk of his estate to Messrs. Blancar, Waugh and Lesage. Telfair’s heirs sold their share to Mr. Gaston d’Emmerez. The property consisted of 5.000 acres at the time.

The ‘Bel Ombre Sugar Estate Company’ was formed in 1833 for the purchase of the Bel Ombre, Beau Champ and Sainte Marie estates. The new property then consisted of 8.233 acres. Three years later, the company was wound up. Bel Ombre became the property of Messrs. Bélouguet and Monville; Beau Champ that of Messrs. Simeon, Paul and Augustus Eynaud, and Sainte Marie went to Mr. Jules Ramp.

In 1886, 2.175 acres of forest at Bel Ombre were sold to the Colonial Government and the rest of the property was sold to Messrs. Taleb and Mamoojee. Mr. H. Salemohamed bought the property in 1898 and sold it the same year to Mr. Hajee Jackaria Hajee Ahmed who bought Beau Champ and St Marie at the same time.

The property remained in the hands of those monsieur until 1910 but management of the estate was always entrusted to Europeans. Mr. Hajee Jackaria Hajee Ahmed himself never came to Mauritius though he sent representatives (supervisors) to see how the property was managed. These supervisors seem to have had a penchant for the good life and for their harems and they had a large colonial house built for their ‘wives’ which is known today as the ‘Château de Bel Ombre’.

On March 3, 1910, Messrs. James Albert Wilson, Eugene de Rosnay, Edward Rouillard, Emile Sauzier and Oscar Pilot formed the ‘Sugar Company of Bel Ombre Ltd.’ and they bought the Bel Ombre, Beau Champ and Sainte Marie estates.

From 1910 to 1961, the company bought a number of small properties among which the most important were: ‘Frederica’ in 1914, “Bon Courage” in 1934, and Chamarel / Case Noyale in 1961.

When the Sugar Company of Bel Ombre Ltd. bought the property from its previous owners, only 850 acres were under sugar cane cultivation and sugar production was approximately 1,500 tons annually.

In 1971, the Sugar Company of Bel Ombre Ltd. searching for a new injection of capital, offered a majority fi nancial share to the ‘South West Tourist Development Company’. This event coincided with the results of a feasibility study on tourism opportunities in the south-west region of Mauritius and also with a period of unprecedented social and industrial upheaval in the country in general and in the sugar industry, docks and transport sector in particular. Bel Ombre ? There is a pond on the Bel Ombre sugar estate which is home to a species of salmon-like fish like called the “shadow” (“ombre”) and which the first tenant of the estate called “Bel Ombre” because one of them was enormous. The name “ombre” (“shadow”) comes from the speed with which this fish moves.

The “ombre” is a handsome silver fish with a green or blue back, yellow and gray stripes on its sides, dotted with small black spots, and big orange dorsal fin with purple spots between the spines.

Situated in the south west of Mauritius, Le Domaine de Bel Ombre is emblematic of the wilderness and raw beauty of the Savanne district in which it lies. Stretching from the village of St Martin to La Rivière des Galets, the two-thousand-five-hundred hectares composing the estate are a treasure of diversity. Created in 1765, the estate is a tribute to serenity and natural splendour and is today one of the finest hospitality destinations on the island.

Once a sugar plantation owned by French cultivators, Domaine de Bel Ombre has evolved into a haven where the past and present have beautifully come together. We owe the beauty of Domaine de Bel Ombre to Charles Telfair, who two hundred years ago discovered Bel Ombre on the South West coast of Mauritius. Seduced by its natural beauty and opulent nature, Telfair made this extraordinary corner of the island his home. From 1816 to 1833, Charles Telfair substantially developed the region with his social, botanical and engineering innovations.

1910 saw the creation of Bel Ombre Sugar Estate. Specialised in the cultivation of sugar cane, the Estate created employment, provided skills and expertise and promoted industrialisation. The modernisation process of the Mauritian sugar industry led to the closure of the Bel Ombre sugar factory in 1998 and prompted the need to reintegrate the local workforce. This called for a paradigm shift, a diversification of activities and a new ideology. A decade later, the tourism and leisure industry, pioneered by a talented and visionary team of experts has led to the rebirth of the south west.

Stretching from the mountains to a turquoise lagoon, Le Domaine de Bel Ombre is nature’s theatre of dreams. The heart of the Domaine is the vast and lush Frédérica Nature Reserve rich in indigenous flora and fauna that has been meticulously conserved. Nearby is the World Heritage site of Le Morne Brabant Mountain, and Chamarel with its vividly hued rolling ‘coloured earths’. The Domaine is home to Le Château de Bel Ombre, luxury resorts, exclusive spas, the world-class 18-hole Heritage Golf Club championship course and the award-winning Heritage The Villas (Villas Valriche IRS) residential estate.

Domaine de Bel Ombre’s longstanding owners, Bel Ombre Sugar Company, are dedicated to preserving the genuine wonders of the Domaine and to guarantee local sustainability. The Bel Ombre Foundation for Empowerment has been created to coordinate important social and economic projects. Their commitment to the people of Bel Ombre is accompanied by the promise of a prosperous future, opportunities and a long term presence.

Domaine de Bel Ombre offers you Mauritius at its authentic best. Experience the Unforgettable.... BIOGRAPHies

Jean-Luc Naret Managing Director d’Heritage Resorts

This former director of the Michelin Guides, with a rich background of more than 30 years in the international tourism industry, joined the team at Heritage Resorts at the Domaine de Bel Ombre on 1 August 2011. He will guarantee the synergy between all the hotel products (Heritage Le Telfair, Heritage Awali), the villas (Heritage The Villas) and the leisure activities in the domaine (the C Beach Club, Heritage Golf Club and Le Château de Bel Ombre) to develop the tourism potential of this new model which is unique to tourism in Mauritius.

Enrico Rodati Executif Chef of Heritage Resorts

A voyager through the world of fl avours, the Executive Chef Enrico Rodati arrived at Heritage Le Telfair in May 2007. His cooking tells a story as he combines Mediterranean inspiration with Italian tradition and oriental refi nement. His passion led him from Rome to Seoul, from Singapore to Japan and finally to Mauritius where he discovered other cultures and a unique harmony. On the shores of the China Sea in Singapore, he learned the delights of Asia. Thai, Chinese and Indian cuisine revealing subtle compositions. “It’s a paradise, it’s dazzling. After that he worked in Osaka, in the Land of the Rising Sun, where each dish is designed as a work of art. “Attention to detail and the aesthetics of the presentation are inseparable from the pleasure.”

This globe-trotter of the cooking ranges has now unpacked his bags at Heritage Le Telfair where his inventive cuisine has found its equilibrium, and his expertise has matured. In 2009, he was awarded the prestigious emblem of the “Toques Blanches” and became a true ambassador of Mauritian cuisine. In 2012, he is appointed Executive Chef of Heritage Resorts

MODE 2 – The artist Mode 2 is considered a pioneer of the ‘British graffiti’ movement and ‘street art’. He started with graffiti in the 80’s when the street art movement was still unknown and considered ‘underground’.

After that he worked alongside some founders of ‘hip-hop’ in London who exhibited together in Covent Garden. Mode 2 then joined the British graffiti group ‘The Chrome Angelz’ with whom he brought street art to the public’s attention. Whether his work in question is a political statement or perhaps the expression of views on religion, Mode 2’s work still shows his original style and unique brush strokes.

The work of Mode 2 is free of pretension and clearly embodies his desire to express and deal with all kinds of topics ranging from love, lust, or his relationship to hip-hop and his cultural environment, honestly and withouth fear.

“I like to blur the genres, mixing whatever comes out of reality, fantasy, or images that already exist” Mode 2. VLH - Veranda Leisure & Hospitality

he VLH hotel group has six medium range and up-market hotels, a spa and cosmetics brand, a championship golf course, a superb beach club, a late 19th chateau-restaurant and manages the operations of fifty luxury villas. The group employs 1450 people and is the hotel Tindustry subsidiary of Rogers & Co, a Mauritian diversified and publicly listed company. Previously known as the Veranda Group, VLH unveiled its new name on 30 May 2011, thus beginning a new chapter in its history.

This name change occurred because of the way in which the group has continued to expand its business portfolio. Over the last 30 years, the small family business whose venture began with Veranda Bungalow Village in Grand Baie, has become a major player in the Mauritian hotel landscape.

The name change is the affirmation of a policy of expansion and diversification begun in 2004, and the group has developed two areas of distinct and complementary activities:

- The hospitality sector, which is the primary business of the group is represented by its two hotel brands; Veranda Resorts et Heritage Resorts with an inventory of 686 rooms, and some fifty IRS Villas at the Domaine de Bel Ombre and for which Heritage Resorts runs the daily operations and rental management.

- The leisure sector, an activity that was added in recent years in addition to the hotels, features most notably the Domaine de Bel Ombre which includes the C Beach Club as the latest addition to the group in 2011, the Heritage Golf Club and the Château de Bel Ombre. Finally Seven Colours, established in 2004 is its Well-Being brand and which is represented in all its hotels and is the premier Mauritian brand for spas and cosmetics. The VLH brand structure

HOSPITALITY

Veranda Resorts Truly authentic moments

4 hotels ‘de charme’ situated on the North and East of Mauritius

Veranda Paul & Virginie Hotel & Spa A romantic hideaway for two Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa An oasis of Creole charm Veranda Pointe aux Biches Hotel Barefoot bliss! Veranda Palmar Beach Hotel Seaside pleasures!

Heritage Resorts The essence of refined simplicity…

2 luxury hotels and villas inspired from the Mauritian heritage nestled on Domaine de Bel Ombre on the South coast of Mauritius.

Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Living out the charms of yesteryear Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort Escape to the subtle accents of Africa Heritage The Villas Scenic villas for ‘à-la-carte’ holidays

LEISURE Veranda Veranda Grand Baie Paul et Virginie Managed by Heritage Resorts Veranda Pointe aux Biches C Beach Club The Place to C…the place to B ! Veranda Palmar Beach Heritage Golf Club Le Château de Bel Ombre Heritage The Villas

Seven Colours Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

VLH practices responsible tourism that Concrete illustration of a micro local communication, the use of eco-labelled contributes to the well-being and commitment, the kitchen garden’s project of paper for our brochures and the use of development of its employees and the NGO Movement for Self-Sufficiency socially engaged suppliers in the Blue Earth neighbouring communities, while taking Food is an initiative funded by hotels boutiques and eco-friendly for Seven current environmental issues into Veranda, as part of the resettlement and Colours Spas cosmetics. account. reintegration of about thirty families from a slum As far as our commitment to the marine Two areas given special priority illustrate this environment is concerned, which has been commitment: Supporting children’s education is also one a major focus of ours since 2007, we • Community Development of our major concerns. Veranda Resorts support the Reef Conservation NGO • The protection of lagoons hotels fund a ZEP classified school, and which is active in the fields of protection of two schools associated with the ANFEN Mauritian lagoons and of raising public network, while Heritage Resorts has started awareness about this. In 2011, our Veranda a partnership with the SAFIRE NGO hotels funded a dual project: the creation ince 2007 VLH has allocated 2% which comes to the aid of street children, of the training centre for the NGO, and of its profits after tax (PAT) to for 25 children and adolescents of African the launch of the “Marine Eco Guide” these two priority areas, through the Town in Riambel. course. This training course in environmental financing of sustainable development issues is aimed at young people in vulnerable Sprojects for the benefit of the community *. In the Bel Ombre region, where Heritage situations but also aims to fight against Half of this budget is dedicated to a joint Resorts operates, the Bel Ombre Foundation poverty through social and professional project - focussed on the prevention of for Empowerment established a vast socio- intervention- With this dual approach, it is HIV / AIDS - led by the Rogers group of economic project in 2008 of which we are consonant with the aims of the Plankton companies, of which VLH is the subsidiary one of the leading partners. Its mission is to project as well. operating in the hotel sector. Either enable local residents to jump onto the collectively or in their own individual development train, through training By means of these various projects we are projects, companies in the Rogers Group all programmes, social inclusion projects and part of the national ambition to bring subscribe to the same social responsibility entrepreneurship activities. In 2011 we together the private sector and NGOs in (CSR) philosophy **: “Educating with a invested with the Foundation to start an the fight against poverty as well as being commitment to sustainable development”. ambitious green company, Plankton, the first engaged in improving the welfare of community-recycling unit in the country. children and community development. In Half of this budget is dedicated to a joint This unique project has been operational addition, we also act in full cooperation project - focussed on the prevention of since December 2011 and will bring with the Mauritius, Sustainable Island plan, HIV / AIDS - led by the Rogers group of sustainable solutions to waste management by aligning our initiatives in terms of water companies, of which VLH is the subsidiary and pollution, creating jobs while providing and energy management with their aims, as operating in the hotel sector. Either funding for projects of general interest in well as by our funding NGO’s activities in collectively or in their own individual the surrounding villages. environmental protection or in sorting and projects, companies in the Rogers Group all recycling waste. subscribe to the same social responsibility … to environment (CSR) philosophy **: “Educating with a * Background of Mauritian CSR commitment to sustainable development”. Putting environmental issues at the heart of In 2010, the Mauritian government has our development is a model towards which made it law, that businesses contribute 2% Our commitments we are striving in all our operations and of their PAT (profits after tax) to social ...to society VLH products. Traditional electric lighting responsibility projects. This contribution is has been gradually replaced by subject to a set of guidelines and Because we believe our employees are part environmentally efficient lighting. Technical procedures; Since 2011 a new law has of the authentic soul of our business and solutions enable better control of water required companies to devote 50% of this our promise we have built longstanding consumption, while reprocessing plants at fund to the financing of projects in three precepts of CSR into our management of the hotels, which use 100% recycled priority areas: community development, human resources. Numerous measures water for irrigation, recycle gray water. Our social re-housing and poverty eradication as governing matters of health, safety, golf course is irrigated only by collected well as the health of children from continuing education are in place and and stored rainwater. The use of chemicals vulnerable groups. special attention is given to the well-being is controlled and limited to prevent any risk of our staff. of pollution; bio-pesticides and compost ** Since 2008, the Rogers Group has are used on the gardens and golf course. been a signatory of the United Nations In addition, we consider the communities Starting in 2007 our employees were made Global Compact, pledging to support the living around our hotels as our stakeholders. aware of the fight against waste and we Compact’s operations and strategies, and Our hotels have a policy of openness, started sorting all waste at Heritage Resorts. the universally recognized principles in the listening, and for years now have been Other examples of our activities in this area: areas of human rights, labour law, the collaborating with NGOs working locally. reducing the use of the printed environment and the fight against corruption.

(More information in the ‘CSR’ annual report) MAURITIUS Karine Curé Communication Manager - Heritage Resorts Tel : +230 605 53 25 Mobile : +230 251 72 21 PRESSE Email : [email protected] CONTACTS Postal address : Château de Bel Ombre, Domaine de Bel Ombre, Mauritius

FRANCE Quatrevingthuit 10 rue Chardin - 75016 Paris, France www.quatrevingthuit.com Laurence de Blic Manager Tel : +33 (0) 1 45 20 64 28 Mobile : +33 (0) 06 87 83 98 56 Email : [email protected]

ROYAUME-UNI/ IRLANDE P1 Communications 121 Park Lane, London, W1K 7AG, United - Kingdom www.p1communications.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/P1TellTales Vicky Goodall Manager Tel: +44 (0) 844 257 0676 Fax : +44 (0) 208 614 506 Mobile : +44 (0) 07762 556188 Email : [email protected]

ALLEMAGNE USEFUL ADDRESSES : WeberBenAmmar PR - Germany Villa Tolstoi, Königsteiner Strasse 83 Head Office: 65812 Bad Soden/Taunus www.wbapr.de VLH Village Labourdonnais, Mapou, Mauritius Annette Weber-Ben Ammar Tel : + 230 266 97 00 Fax : + 230 266 97 97 Tel: (+49) (0)6196-76750-12 Fax: (+49) (0)6196-76750-10 Reservations [email protected] Tel : 00 230 266 97 77 Fax : 00 230 266 97 78 Jessica Meyer [email protected] Tel: (+49) (0)6196-76750-15 [email protected] Fax: (+49) (0)6196-76750-10 [email protected] [email protected] Websites: www.heritageletelfair.mu www.heritageawali.mu www.heritagethevillas.mu

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