Sorry for the lack of posts recently, but we have been very busy -- relaxing and resting on the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius before we head to India (we leave tonight/tomorrow at 2:30 a.m.).  For the last 6 days or so, we have been here at Ocean Villas resort (ok a budget resort) in Grand Bay. 

We have had a very relaxing and nice time, but just about anything would have been at least a bit of a let-down after Cape Town (we will have to post on that later, if I have time).

Mauritius is a very relaxed place, yet we found plenty to do.  Most of all, we relaxed on the beach, but we also waterskiied in Grand Bay, went snorkeling twice (great visibility and a lot of fish), and took a "bannana boat" ride.  In addition, we went scuba diving one day, which was fantastic . . . moray eels, a huge school of fish, and stone & lion fish were just some of the high-lights.  We also, interestingly, went to the local race track on Saturday -- the biggest and most important day on the island.  Despite being pick-pocketed, we had a great time.  We won our first bet, and then proceeded to lose like 6 races in a row.  From a cultural perspective, that day was one of the most fascinating we've had yet -- and we also had a lot of fun.  Finally, we ate some great seafood and met some really nice people.

Mauritius was not really as "parasise-like" as Zanzibar, but is a beautiful island with a relaxed, pleasant feel.  It is very clean and the people are quite friendly.  Definitely a great stop, especially if you ever have a lay over between S Africa and India (and a free lay-over at that).

Buck up hard core travelers, because game on starting tomorrow -- Delhi it is and then India for a month!!!!!!!!  Jenn looks nervous just sitting here reading over my shoulder.

I am very proud of our marriage.