Mark Twain described Mauritius in "An Innocent Abroad" as God's practice attempt before He created Heaven. This Muritius lover thinks that's a fair comment. Routings: Either London direct to Mauritius. Or through Dubai. But probably best is to head for Joburg in South Africa. Many, many flights -- South African Airways and Air Mauritius -- go from there daily. Meanwhile, plenty of cheap hotels in Maurius. Go on line. One doesn't HAVE to stay at expensive resorts. Have a swell time.