Saturday, 23 September 2017

THE BACCHANALE RACING DAY CHALLENGE CUP


 Its a must visit place in mauritius..its a very old horse racing club in southern hemisphere..infact its one of the oldest in the world,,
 



 Wanted to do this trip for 5 years and finally managed it on 23 September, we booked it before we left as it is a popular day. Our private transfer collected us and we were met by Jaques and Joanna on arrival. We were shown around the course, parade ring and betting area. We were then taken to our private box and a welcoming drink. As soon as your glass was emptied it was refilled and the home made food was amazing. Jaques and his team were very friendly and accommodating and made the day. You have the option of placing a bet in the box or you can place it in the betting ring. The view of the track from the box is second to none, been to many courses in UK and this rivals many of them. We met some lovely people especially Matt and Lisa. This is a great day out and highly recommend to anyone thinking about it. 

















Saturday, 16 September 2017




I cannot recommend this highly enough. My partner is a big horse racing fan so we had to experience this racecourse for his milestone birthday. Jacques and his team pulled out all the stops to make it a day to remember and I thank them so much for everything. My partner has not stopped talking about it ever since!! Wonderful atmosphere - the Mauritians LOVE horse racing. Excellent service all day - the wine flowed and the hot food was amazing. We had a great day in lovely company and will definitely return. Thank you to everyone concerned.
 






AMAZING DAY, STAFF SO LOVELY THANK YOU FOR A GREAT DAY !!









Friday, 15 September 2017

MAURITIUS IS A JEWEL IN THE INDIAN OCEAN AND THE CROWN LODGE THE PLACE TO BE!

AT YOUR FINGERTIPS : ELECTRIC ATMOSPHERE, WINNING POST, HOME STRAIGHT, EXCLUSIVE BETTING FACILITIES !



WHILE YOU SIT BACK, ENJOY THE ATMOSPHERE, TAKE IN THE ACTION !





DO YOU WANT TO INDULGE IN AN UPMARKET RACE DAY EXPERIENCE ?



OUT OF THIS WORLD...


RUB SHOULDERS WITH THE MAURITIANS...




HOME MADE TREATS AND A SELECTIOIN OF BEVERAGES ALL DAY JUST METRES AWAY FROM THE ELECTRIC ATMOSPHERE AND THE BEST VIEWS OF THE RACE TRACK ...


A COMBINATION OF ENTERTAINMENT AND RACE ACTION ...


WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY ABOUT US 

From UK Guests : Garry and Deborah : From being picked up from our hotel by a very nice young man, to meeting Joanne at the track and all of Jacques team, we felt like celebrities.  What an amazing day, champagne and all other drinks on tap, homemade Mauritian food served all day.  The best land excursion, in a private box overlooking the winning line, the paddock area to look at the horses and also being able to put bets on in the private box.  If you have the chance to go it's a must, worth every rupee.  Thank you Jacques and all your team again for a great day out we will always remember.  


From Kerry M : Had a great day at the races.  Jacques and his staff are lovely, friendly & nothing is too much for them.  Our glasses were never empty & the homemade snacks were lovely.  We got to visit the commentators area, the paddock and watched a race from track side.  All in all a great day out.

MAURITIUS IS THE PARADISE ON EARTH...


Photo credit : Emmanuel Gelb

It is not only about sea, sand and sun... let Jacques and his team treat you to a different taste of this Paradise, call us on : 57 29 96 21



Sunday, 3 September 2017

MAIDEN CUP 2017







 WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY ABOUT US!!!

Trip advisor review: "Most interesting things to do in Mauritius the horse racing adventure in the capital is amazing.we were there for the air Mauritius maiden cup which was on 3rd of September we had a great time there.The crowd was amazing the horses 🐴 oh my god just unexplainable wonderful race 🏁 we had the most memorable day".

Thursday, 31 August 2017

THE MAIDEN CUP 2017

LE AIR MAURITIUS MAIDEN CUP 2017


Comme son nom l'indique, cette course est à l'origine réservée aux chevaux 'Maiden', c.a.d. qui n'ont jamais remporté une course à Maurice.  Les archives du Mauritius Turf Club remontent aussi loin qu'en 1843 ou le Maiden Plate est remporté par Creeper 1er appartenant à Monsieur A. Gonard.

De 1843 à 1950, Le Maiden est disputé sur deux tours du Champ de Mars (12 furlongs et 190 yards).  En 1951, en raison de l'installation de la 'photo finish', il est couru sur 13 furlongs, et ce, jusqu'en 1961, anné ou il est remporté par Demdyke, appartenant à M. Gunness Gujadhur.  L'année suivante, le Maiden retrouve sa distance initiale.


Il y a bien longtemps que les critères de participation à cette épreuve ont changé, mais en raison du prestige qu'elle a toujours eu, le nom est resté.  C'est maintenant la course par excellence des stayers, qui, depuis 1983 est courue sur la distance classique de 2,400M.  Le premier coursier à s'être imposé sur cette distance n'est autre que le grand Noble Salute.  Le présent trophée du Maiden est en jeu depuis 1935...


Pourquoi Air Mauritius ?  c'est que cette journée est sponsorisée par la ligne aérienne nationale, Air Mauritius depuis toujours...Le vainqueur du Maiden Cup 2016 était Parachute Man et avait comme cavalier notre compatriote, Monsieur Joorawon!  





Une ambiance du tonnerre nous attend donc ce dimanche !  la photo ci-dessus parle d'elle même... n'hésitez pas à vous joindre à nous pour vivre ces moments forts et inoubliables.  C'est loccasion de faire une expérience très mauricienne.  Cathyline Dairin du Petit Futé dit de Maurice que nous sommes un 'sésame pour un rêve d'ailleurs, tropical, culturel ou sportif; la rencontre d'un peuple et de ses racines.  Un grand bain de nature, de lumières et de gentillesse'...  bien dit.


Entre avril et début décembre, c'est la folie au Champ de Mars !  Les mauriciens raffolent des courses hippiques et s'y rendent les samedis, plus particulièrement les hommes.  Mais, pour Le Maiden, exceptionnellemnt un dimanche, c'est en famille!  Facilement 10,000 spectateurs au Champ de Mars ce jour là. Plus de différence culturelle, les jeans se frottent aux sarees dans 'la plaine' et quand les chevaux s'approchent de la ligne d'arrivée, une atmosphère incroyablement électrique est palpable... A vivre !