The stunning African island with one of 'world's best' beaches and £1.89 pints

is home to plenty of stunning destinations and hidden gems. However, this beach which is located on one of the continent's many islands has been named as one of the best beaches in the world. Le Morne Beach in was made it among TripAdvisor's Traveller's Choice Awards, claiming a spot as one of the world's "Best of Best Beaches".

The travel company described the world-class beach as a "vast, palm-fringed shore with lots to do." The beautiful beach sits on Mauritius' west coast at the edge of Le Morne Brabant Mountain, a . The stretch of white sand, accompanied by clear blue waters and coconut trees, is the perfect spot to chill all day and soak up the 27C heat before catching sight of the sunset.

As well as sunbathing and enjoying the hot weather, visitors can also take part in various watersports. The water visibility makes it an ideal spot for swimming and . Le Morne Beach is also renowned for its wind conditions, where many take advantage of it by enjoying some kite and windsurfing nearly all year-round.

Those who have visited the beach have labelled it as "gorgeous" and "underrated". One visitor said: "Unlike its more famous peers in the west and north of the island, Le Morne beach is not often the subject of recommendations. However it is quite charming in its own right and extremely accessible for anyone staying in the south west.

"The beach has wide parking lots and a considerable amount of waterfront. The tourist numbers are quite low and we felt there were more domestic tourists than foreigners."

The beach which has an impressive 4.6-star rating, also has a cafe nearby with "great food" which is particularly great for UK holidaymakers as prices are very cheap across the island, with the average meal at an inexpensive restaurant costing just under £6 and setting Brits back only £1.89.

Mauritius has cheap prices, , and picturesque beaches-enough to make it a great holiday destination. However, the island offers many more spots to explore and a number of adventures to embark on.

Why not hike up to Piton de la Petite Riviere Noire, the highest point of the island at 828 metres and offering an incredible panoramic view of Mauritius?

For more advanced hikers, joining an expert guide on a hike along the Cascade 500 Pieds waterfall, following the stunning streams and a trail through Black River Gorges National Park.

The national park, home to rare wildlife and plants, is a paradise for nature lovers. Black River Gorges is Mauritius' largest national park - its lush forest and hills cover 2% of the island's total surface area, and there are more than enough trails for visitors to embrace it all.