If you want to go to the other side of the world to follow a tennis or football championship, you are part of the new trend of sports tourism which emerged in 2024, thanks to the Paris Olympics, and shows no signs of stopping.
Today, it is not only international events that motivate the choice of a destination, but also sport itself, as an activity to be practiced anywhere on the planet, to transform vacations into an opportunity to stay in shape and come back regenerated. For this reason, there are resorts that are no longer satisfied with the idyllic location, but study tailor-made proposals for those who want to stay in shape and discover the beauty of the places with that extra energy and enthusiasm that only life in the outdoors can give. Examples?
Golf (and more) in Mauritius
If your idea of an ideal vacation cannot miss one Greenthen Maurice is made for you. In particular, the Constance Belle Mare Beachprestigious 5-star resort on Belle Mare beach, nestled in the middle of tropical gardens and surrounded by a turquoise sea. Golf is the real attraction here: in fact, there are two regulation 18-hole courses spanning 140 hectares – The Legend And TheLink -, to guarantee a vacation impossible to forget. Between emerald green greens and romantic bays that suddenly appear as you pass from one hole to another, the place is so spectacular that the resort, since 2016, officially bears its name. European tour destination and finds itself in the network of European Tour Propertiesa set of high-level facilities closely linked to one of the most prestigious golf events in the world: theSenior European Tour. It is here in fact that every year the final of theMCB Circuit Championshipwho writes the history of the professional Over-50 season.
Not just golf: Constance Belle Mare Plage is a dream for those who want to venture into the waters of the Indian Ocean. In fact, many water activities can be practiced in the resort: from suggestive glass-bottom boat excursions to catamarans, from kayaking to pedal boats, from water skiing to windsurfing and kitesurfing, without forgetting snorkeling and diving . And those who prefer land activities can opt for tennis or mini golf with a fun 9-hole course. Here too, the latest sporting trends find their place: 2 brand new padel courts are in fact ready to entertain fans of the most popular sport of the moment, demonstrating the Constance group's continued commitment to offering its customers experiences that are always current with the times.
In the Seychelles between trekking and zip lines
There is one place which, in itself, is worth the detour: the Constance Ephéliein Seychelles. An elegant and refined 5-star structure on the island of Mahé, a perfect balance of color contrasts: from the green of the lush vegetation to the turquoise of the waters of the Port Launay Marine National Park, including the dazzling white of the sand and pink rocks suggestive of granite.
But here, the stay is not only synonymous with relaxation: numerous sporting activities are offered for an adrenaline-filled vacation. In addition to the equipped gym, you will find four tennis courts on which you can challenge your travel companions. Additionally, guests can cycle to discover the island with bike rides on numerous marked routes or explore on their own legs the surprising territory around Constance Ephelia along one of the many hiking trails (don't miss a new hiking route that allows the most active guests can reach, immersed in nature, up to the highest point of the resort to admire the spectacular panoramic view that opens before their eyes).
The more adventurous can then try climbing or ziplining, attached to a cable and suspended between sky and sea 120 meters above the ground. After a short buggy ride and a walk overlooking the top of the mountain, you arrive at “The icebreakerr”, starting point for a series of descents through the thick forest which covers the Constance Ephelia hill. There is no shortage of water sports, motorized or not, among the waves of the Indian Ocean: from catamarans to windsurfing to kayaking among the mangroves. To admire the wonders below sea level and experience the vibrant underwater life, you can enjoy diving and snorkeling instead. Once you respawn, go ahead Floating adjustmenta recent aquatic discipline which consists of a series of yoga exercises to be performed on a floating surface.
In Madagascar for bird watching
Who chooses the Constance Tsarabanjinaan island resort 40 minutes by speed boat from Nosy Bé, Madagascar, could expect a vacation dedicated solely to relaxation and idleness. On the contrary, the island, considered sacred by the original Sakalava population, is a place characterized by an exceptional level of biodiversity, to be discovered thanks to countless organized excursions.
It is by getting lost, for example, in the lush vegetation that you can come across numerous birds, including the Madagascar flycatcher, symbol of the island, and sea eagles. And it is also here that a biologist even discovered the world's smallest chameleon, measuring just over a centimeter long.
Intense emotions are reserved for ocean lovers thanks to a wide range of diving spots, perfect for those who practice diving at different depths, but also to a coral reef particularly vibrant with life, to admire while snorkeling while turtles and fish swim around the crocodile, gray sharks and puffer fish, giant moray eels and fascinating stingrays.
There is also no shortage of seasonal outdoor activities: from November to May, for example, the green turtle and the hawksbill turtle lay their eggs on the resort's beaches (the inevitable hatching takes place two months later) while it It is from August to November. that you can practice whale watching, watch whales, and even hang out at the resort bar. Out of the water, however, a meeting with lemurs in Nosy Komba or a picnic on the desert island of Ankarea to admire the majestic baobabs await guests.
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Maldives: a vacation among corals, whale sharks and rainbow fish
Those who practice diving will also find a lot of satisfaction in the Constance Moofushi5 star luxury resort located on South Ari Atoll, Maldives. Those who like diving can in fact choose between twenty diving points or opt for snorkelling. The island, appreciated by divers from all over the world for the beauty of its seabed and the richness of its coral reef, hosts 60 species of coral in its waters and is on the migratory route of manta rays and sea devils, without forget the friendly dolphins and turtles. Among the most exciting experiences, there is certainly the encounter with the giants of the seas, the whale sharks, which can be seen during the excursions organized with the BlueTribe Diving Center on the island, among the most awarded in the Maldives. And for those who prefer to stay out of the water, the spectacle is guaranteed thanks to transparent canoes and paddle boards to discover a true submerged sanctuary, always remaining on the surface. Once your feet are on the ground, of course, the green light is given to numerous sporting activities such as beach volleyball, darts, table football and chess. An infallible mixture to recharge the body and mind with energy and forget about a sedentary lifestyle. Even on the way back.
INFO: www.constancehotels.com
