June has arrived, summer is upon us. The first sun arrives and begins to warm our skins and the beaches start getting populated. What better time to plan a vacation?
Sostravel.com takes you on the discovery of La Réunion, a paradise island in the heart of the Indian Ocean, part of the archipelago of the Mascarene Islands; sister island of Mauritius, a favorite destination for tourists from all over the world.
La Réunion is geographically located between Mauritius and Madagascar and is part of the overseas territories of France. The island enjoys a tropical climate, which is why the best time to visit it and fully enjoy its wonderful beaches is between May and September, taking advantage of the southern winter where temperatures are between 21 and 31 degrees.
Considered a small jewel that is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2010, Sostravel.com has chosen La Réunion for you. The island, thanks to the presence of beaches, crystalline sea and its volcanic origin, is confirmed as an excellent destination for all travelers undecided between a beach or a mountain holiday.
On the island it is possible to practice all kinds of activities, from surfing to kayaking, from swimming to snorkeling. Each part of the island also offers a wide variety of activities that also satisfy travelers who are keen on hiking, trekking, water sports and culture.
The capital of the island, Saint-Denis, is certainly one of the main places to visit thanks to the various attractions that make it a very active cultural center; such as Brasseries de Bourbon, the historic factory of a famous beer. For partying, Saint-Paul is the ideal city: thanks to its liveliness, fun is guaranteed! Hiking enthusiasts cannot miss the Piton de La Fournaise, one of the most active volcanoes on the planet. You can take advantage of the numerous routes organized to discover its wonderful landscapes. in addition to the majestic volcano another mandatory destination for hiking enthusiasts is Bebour-Belouve: a wild forest where you can admire the local flora and fauna and breathe clean air in a fantastic experience immersed in nature. Finally, if you are not a sports fan and would like to enjoy a totally relaxing holiday pampered by the sound of the sea, Saint-Leu is the right place for you. Here you can enjoy the wonderful crystal clear sea that surrounds the island lying in the sun with a soft and clean sand.
The island of Réunion is therefore the paradise of outdoor activities but not only! It is in fact the seat of one of the biggest music festivals: the Sakifo Musik Festival. Sakifo is a music festival conceived in 2004 by Jerome Galabert, the first four editions took place in the city of Saint Leu; since 2008 the festival has moved to Saint Pierre, a city in the south of the island and takes place every year between May and June, the 2019 edition will take place this weekend. The Sakifo is now considered one of the most important Indian Ocean music festivals that has given La Réunion island a great reputation thanks to the quality and variety of the artists who perform at each edition; alongside international artists there are also local ones, giving back to the festival the characteristic of being an event in which different genres alternate (pop, rock, electro, chanson française, blues, funk and music from Africa and India Ocean) to guarantee a show in which multiculturalism becomes the protagonist. Since 2007, the Alain Peters Award has also been established, dedicated to an enigmatic artist of the island who died in 1995; every year this award is given to an exceptional emerging talent.
Have we convinced you? La Réunion is the perfect destination to start your summer between nature, sea, mountains and lots of fun and relax in a setting where luxury is certainly not lacking!
