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Reunion

With as much as 40% of the island protected as part of the Réunion National Park, Reunion is going all out to look after its biodiversity.

How They Dazzle Us

Unlike any other tropical island, Reunion is famous for its snow. Crazy as it may seem, in winter it is not uncommon for snow to fall on Piton des Neiges, the volcanic mountain that gave birth to the island. At over 3000 meters tall this active volcanic dominates the island’s landscape and creates a mysterious and incredible landscape, especially when the expectation is of tropical beaches.

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Why We Love Them

As tropical islands go Reunion is so different it is hard to explain. Wild and rugged and off the beaten track, Reunion is able to offer beaches and warm waters, but it is able to offer a lot more – in terms of rugged beauty it feels more like Iceland than it does of neighbouring Mauritius.

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Their Sustainable Superpower

With as much as 40% of the island protected as part of the Réunion National Park, Reunion is going all out to look after its biodiversity. Named by UNESCO as one of the world's 30 biodiversity hotspots Reunion is very aware of its importance as both a tourist destination and a sanctuary for rare and endangered species.

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Best Time to Visit

There are not many bad times to visit Reunion, but if you are a cautious traveller then January and February are best avoided because there are sometimes cyclones. With its hot sub-tropical climate and delightfully warm sea temperatures that seldom drop below 23°C Reunion is pretty great to visit all year round. The dry season is May to October, with temperatures 20-25°C. November to March is more humid.

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Unique Foods

The food on Reunion draws heavily on the sea and on the influences of France. Two of the most common dishes are Rougail saucisses, which is a sausage stew that also contains, spice, tomatoes and turmeric. It is served with rice. A second is civet de zourites which is baby octopus cooked in red wine, with herbs and spices.

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Visa Details

Please consult the closest embassy or consulate of Reunion

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