Unlike the Seychelles, Mauritius is an ' affordable ' destination. I think it outshines the Seychelles ten fold.
Go to : www.touchdown.co.uk they have some very good deals on resorts. You may also like to try www.hatravelservices.com
I always fly on MK with back ups on AF, BA & EK. Never had to use them, I've always been fortunate with MK, but I'm in the UK.