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TO U R O P E RATO R TO O L K I T
Season 2018/2019
A B OU T U S We believe in meaningful travel. That’s travel that takes you to people, not just places.
A B OU T U S Meaningful travel satisfies curiosity and connects you to genuine locals and their way of life. You’re listening to and tasting local. You’re out there exploring. You’re in it, not beside it. So we design beautiful bases that give you everything you need to discover the place you are in. But also everything you need to relax, escape, and recharge. Even better, you’re part of a good thing. We give back to the local communities we’re part of and do all we can to protect their environments. Sustainability starts there. We boost economies by employing, sourcing, and collaborating locally. This celebrates culture and it makes for smiles. We keep it simple. We remove the obstacles to your being in the place you’re in. That’s luxury in our book. It’s all about inspiration, adventure, and positive impact.
OU R P U R PO SE
Inspiring
the world’s
explorers by
connecting
with local people
and places.
HOW TO U SE T HI S T O O LKI T THIS TOOLKIT HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO PROVIDE EDITORIAL INFORMATION AND IMAGERY ON SALT FOR PUBLICATION BY TOUR OPERATORS --- The information provided for Salt of Palmar includes a full description and comprehensive Fact Sheet. The image Selection consists of captioned photographs for the resort that correspond to the Fact Sheet.
OU R VA L U E S
SIMPLE
Life’s pretty hectic.
That’s why we keep it
simple. We’re stripped
back. Easy. Down to earth.
A refreshing alternative.
LOCAL
We put homegrown and homemade
at the centre of everything because
homegrown is better for everyone.
It’s a natural fit and a positive
contribution. It’s the right way
to go. Communities and economies
benefit, and it leaves a smaller
footprint. But there’s more.
It means we’re giving you what
you came for – a real taste of local.
OU R VA L U E S
CURIOUS
Curiosity is wonderful thing.
It leads you places, stretches
your horizons and makes life
richer - while you travel, and
in the future. It’s what bonds
people together. Like our
guests and us.
HUMAN
Being human is about being
in relationships. It’s give and
take, listening and learning,
putting yourself in other
shoes and keeping an open
mind. That’s Salt’s code for
life. Guests, suppliers, locals
and staff are all given the
same respect.
TON E O F VO I CE
We’re down-to-earth. That’s the truth.
We have big ideas, passionate beliefs,
and serious intentions but no pretensions.
We want to make people feel comfortable,
looked after, and at home.
So we’re approachable. Always.
And we want to inspire people to explore
and connect with the world in new ways.
So we show our love for the wonder of culture.
TON E O F VO I CE
We’re:
Easy to read
Not afraid to show emotion.
Helpful
Inspiring
Grateful to be able to do what we do
And everyone should be able to hear
that in our voice.
S A LT LO G O S
S A LT LO G O S
S A LT TA G L I N E
We are Salt.
We are Salt.
We are Salt.S A LT TA G L I N E
S A LT F O N T
WE’RE TAKING
TOURISM BACK
PRIEST Condensed
HEADING
TO WHERE
IT STARTED
Inspiring
FORTESCUE - BOLD & REGULA R
H E A D I N G & B O DY T E XT
the world’s
explorers by
connecting
with local people
and places.
Urban or rural, iconic or
obscure – we put roots down
H E A D I N G & B O DY T E XT
anywhere in the world and in
Boing - FONT FAMILY
any landscape. As long as it’s
incredible. Not predictable.
That’s important because
that’s what makes us alternative.
We don’t open hotels where
people tend to go. We open
hotels where people want to go.S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S
S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S The homegrown hotel with a huge heart.
S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S
MEASU R E S O F S A LT
Designing local style Being in the know
When designer Camille Walala saw our bright blue Talented locals created our guidebook THIS IS
skies, pink sunsets, green sugarcane fields, and the MAURITIUS. They are the ones who know who there
explosion of diverse paint colours used to decorate is to know and where we should all go. It’s about the
the buildings in our village, it was love at first sight. people and places that make the island tick.
She was full of inspiration when she collaborated with
local architecture studio JFA on the design of SALT of Showcasing island sounds
Palmar. Camille’s bold style meets Mauritius’ soulful The island pulses to the lively rhythm of Sega music.
style. And with local makers creating the furniture, It comes from Madagascar. And Africa. It’s joy and
art, and finer details, the Mauritian influence comes happiness. Love and peace. Music with heart and
through loud and clear. It makes the hotel completely soul. Our playlists for the beach bar and restaurant
unique. It’s inspiring. And it’s a very happy place to be. never miss a beat. And we invite local artists to come
and play it live. They might play it pure. They might
add a twist. They’ll never play it with a frown.
Getting out there
The Mauritian great outdoors is greater than most
outdoors. And, we don’t take it for granted. Sunrise
run club and Sunset swim club say it all. Bike and Loving learning
hike, if you like. Take a Sega dance or yoga class. It’s Every day is learning day at SALT of Palmar. Let
all about moving and being in the fresh, open air, our chef teach you how to prepare fish vindaye and
increasing focus and decreasing stress. Head to the chicken curry. It’ll stir your cooking up. Master the
nearby forest. Shinrin-yoku – just being in a forest maravanne rattle and moutia drum. It’s an interactive
– is medicine. Or take it further. We have a fleet of percussion discussion. Get out into the farm and
convertible cars for hire. Independent exploration of see how locals grow, maintain, and harvest the
the island’s open roads is yours. Take one of our SIM sustainable way. Choose to do something new from
cards and follow the map using our app or guidebook. our Learn Local platform. Ceramics with Janine in
Or if you’re feeling fit, we have bicycles you can her Pamplemousse studio? Early morning fishing
borrow. Several neighbouring villages, temples, Flacq with Kishor? Coaching the local football team with
market, and our farm are all bikeable. Fabrice? Or basket weaving with Tombeau? It’s taking
home more than a tan.MEASU R E S O F S A LT
Stocking relevant reads Farming forever
Local authors set the tone for our library. They pack Our pesticide-free farm is our own source of organic
it full of the best Mauritius-related literature. Books ingredients. We have hydroponic greenhouses
documenting the incredible story of the island’s full of fruit and vegetables cultivated without
heritage. Books celebrating our food, music, craft, soil. Instead, we use sand from the beach. The
culture, and nature. Photography books. Illustrated plants absorb nutrients faster that way. It’s clean,
books. Fiction, fact, fantasy, and folklore. We’ll have effective, sustainable, organic, and incredible. In
it – your perfect holiday read. the greenhouse, our rustic, vegetarian restaurant
connects you to the agricultural context. You’re
Being balanced seeing what you’re eating at all stages of its life.
Holiday time. It’s a good time to focus on you being And our farm workshops share the secrets of making
soothed, hydrated, detoxified, and energised. That’s delicious plant-based dishes. And beautiful green
why we created SALT Equilibrium. It’s a concept, juices. Wellness talks and yoga tuition go hand-in-
but it’s not lofty (or compulsory). It’s simple. And hand with it. You’ll be thinking, moving, and eating
salt – humble salt – plays a big part in it. In our spa, purer than pure.
different salts bring different benefits. And it’s an
island first, our room made of salt. In its warm crystal
glow, you breathe deeply while salt vapour boosts
your respiratory system, skin, immunity, and energy
levels. It’s entirely natural and very ancient. Stress
is reduced. So are bacteria, muscular tension, and
inflammation. It’s called halotherapy. Equilibrium is
also about embracing nature and eating raw, organic
plant-based food. You’ll be balanced in no time.
Making a difference
Some Mauritian communities need help. Non-profit
organisation Island Bio does it by empowering them
through three-year skill-building programmes followed
by training in permaculture and agro-ecology. We’ve
given part of our farm over to help the cause. We’ve
set up a farm school in the neighbouring village
through which our farmers share their knowledge. It’s
a partnership based on the shared belief that fresh,
high-quality organic food is the right of each and
every Mauritian citizen.S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S
S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S The first SALT had to be in Mauritius. It’s our home, our love, and our pride and joy. It’s an undeniable, exotic beauty. Volcanic, white, blue and green. It’s Indian, French, Creole, Chinese and African. Its colours, stories, customs, sounds, and flavours form a brilliant, heady mix that is impossible to ignore or forget. If you experience it. That’s why we created SALT of Palmar. Mauritius is ripe for exploration, drenched in history, and bursting with humbling heritage and modern culture. And we want to show you the real Mauritius. We’ll do that by giving you convertible cars, bikes, and the gen on hidden gems (people, not just places). But, you’ll find it in our hotel too. Locals designed, built, and furnished SALT. Locals manage and run SALT. They also make the food and the music. We’re right on the beach. We fit the Mauritius bill. But, our 59-room hotel does things differently. Our organic farm supplies our restaurant. There’s a salt room in the spa. There are no buffets, fixed TV screens, or single-use plastics. Just everything you need. Or didn’t know you did. Stay. Visit. Get to know Mauritius with SALT.
S A LT OF PA L M A R , M AU R I T I U S
SLE E P
Each of our rooms is kitted out with only
the finest of things. A handmade, king size
Carpe Diem bed, developed with physios,
so you get the best sleeps. 100% organic
cotton bedding. A rain shower. A Yogi
Bare yoga mat and block. A Roberts radio.
And all-natural, locally produced toiletries.
Amenities are 95% natural and refill
containers are made in Mauritius.
Different vibes but the same SALT soul and
all for the unwinding and recharging of you.
Garden View Pool Plus
Gaze over a tranquil, verdant Dive in. Here’s your plentiful
landscape to the turquoise poolside room, big enough for
lagoon. Listen to the Filao additional beds.
trees as they sway in the breeze.
Best on Beach
Poolside Generously accommodating.
You’re just seconds from This beachside room can
the pool. It’s a daily blessing. sleep three.
Grab a cooling midday dip
or settle in for a serious
lounger session.
Bang on Beach
This is the beach life.
Open your doors onto
pristine sand. Be lulled into
a perfect night’s sleep by
gently lapping waves.E AT & D R I N K
Bye-bye buffet.
This is fresh, local, and tasty.
Bye-bye buffet. This is fresh, local, and tasty. We
know our farmers, fishermen, and growers by name.
But, here, the ingredients are the stars. Our herb wall
and a vegetable cellar show off our bounty. In the
kitchen, we look to simple, ancient cooking methods.
The wok, the tandoor oven and the charcoal grill are
our trinity, and we smoke anything and everything to
release and enhance flavour. We marinate for hours
and slow-cook over wood overnight. For the dishes,
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Mauritian
flavours all play a part, but we won’t be pinned down
by fixed menus. We are free to create. And you are
free to join us in our kitchen anytime.
Opening hours
Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Lunch 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Dinner 7 p.m. – 10.30 p.m.S A LT E QU I LI B R I U M
Being balanced
Holiday time. It’s a good time to focus on
you being soothed, hydrated, detoxified, and
energised. Our SALT Equilibrium has what you
need. And salt – humble salt – plays a big part
in it. Dead Sea salt brings the nutrients. Lava
Rock salt rebalances and takes cramp out of the
picture. Epsom relaxes and hydrates. Fleur de
Sel regulates and helps you absorb potassium.
Tailored treatments and sensory experiences.
You’ll be balanced in no time.
Breathing and healing
It’s an island first, our room made of salt. In its warm
crystal glow, you breathe deeply while salt vapour
boosts your respiratory system, skin, immunity,
and energy levels. It’s entirely natural and very
ancient. Stress is reduced. So are bacteria, muscular
tension, and inflammation. It’s called halotherapy.
You’ll never see salt the same way again.
Opening hours
9 a.m. - 8 p.m.FA C T S H E E T
F I N D S A LT O F PA L M A R T H E R E S O RT
Seychelles Cap Malheureux
1,091 Miles Grand Baie
• Zero use of single use • Heated Pool.
Pointe aux Canonniers
Grand Gaube
Goodlands
Rodrigues
384 miles
plastic products. • Learn a skill platform
Madagascar • Collection of over 300 to learn from locals.
703 miles
Pamplemousses
books mainly from • Immersive activities
Poste Lafayette
Mauritian authors and for a transformational
Port Louis Poste de Flacq
Belle Mare
a few from selected stay at SALT of Palmar.
Palmar international authors • 4 convertible cars to
Albion
Moka in our library and discover the island.
Ile aux Cerfs
in the rooms. • The SALT App,
• A SALT local a dedicated digital
Quatre Bornes
The homegrown hotel with huge heart. Flic en Flac Vacoas-Phoenix
Floreal
Curepipe Guide book – mobile application
Tamarin
This is Mauritius. enabling the
• Free wireless discovering of
Le Morne Mahebourg high-speed access the SALT world.
Black River Gorges
SSR
International Airport Blue Bay
throughout the resort.
National Park Ile des Deux Cocos
Bel Ombre
Riambel
Souillac
Reunion Island
141 miles
FACTS H E E T
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S L E E P S L E E P
59 ROOMS
• 100% organic linen. • Reusable We Are SALT
• Organic coffee robes. water bottles which
• Amenities are 95% can be filled from
natural and refill different water
BANG ON BEACH POOLSIDE containers are made points in the hotel.
in Mauritius. Choices are still,
• Free homemade snacks sparkling and alkaline
GARDEN VIEW POOL PLUS and Moringa tea. with possibility
*Sea is visible from all the Poolside rooms.
Gaze over a tranquil, verdant landscape Dive in. Here’s your plentiful poolside
to the turquoise lagoon. Listen to the room, big enough for additional beds. • Made in Mauritius of flavorings the
Filao trees as they sway in the breeze.
Beach bags from water with different
• 2 adults
• 2 adults • 2 adults + 1 child or 1 baby
• 2 adults + 1 baby
• 12 (varying from 33.6 m2 to 37.3 m2)
• 02 (47.1 m2) (Can take 2+1 guest)
recycled plastics. toppings.
POOLSIDE
BEST ON BEACH
A spacious beachside room with views
• Carpe Diem Beds – • Yogibare yoga
You’re just seconds from the pool. It’s a
daily blessing. Grab a cooling midday dip
of the ocean. Treat yourselves to a little
extra space.
Swedish hand mats & blocks.
or settle in for a serious lounger session. • 2 adults
• 2 adults + 1 child or 1 baby
crafted beds in • A wide selection
• 2 adults
• 2 adults + 1 baby (exception of the roof top collaboration with of 10 wet amenities.
Baby: under 3 years old - Child: 3 to 11 years old
• 14 (varying from 30.3 m2 to 37.3m2) Best on Beach rooms)
• Roof top 02 (47.5 m2) world renowned Dry amenities are
BANG ON BEACH
This is the beach life. Open your doors
(Can take 2 guest only)
• 01 (38.2 m2) (Can take 2+1 guest)
physios. packed in paper made
Check in: 2pm - Check out: 11am
onto pristine sand. Be lulled into a
perfect night’s sleep by gently lapping 4 TWIN ROOMS
• Roberts Radio. from Limestone.
waves.
• 1 in Garden view,
• 2 adults
• 1 in Poolside
• 2 adults + 1 baby
• 2 in Bang on Beach
• 28 (varying from 30.7 m2 to 33.6 m2)
DISABLE ROOM
Note
One room
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RO O M FA C I L I T I E S
OT H E R S E RV I CE S
E AT & D RI NK R E J U V E N AT E
• 24h in room dining*
The Restaurant SALT Equilibrium • Free high speed Internet connection
100 seats The Spa (9 am - 8 pm) in all rooms and public areas
(7 am - 10:30 am, 12 pm - 3 pm • Laundry service*
SALT of Palmar
Garden Bang on Best on • 4 treatment rooms
Poolside Pool Plus & 7 pm - 10:30 pm) • Babysitting service*
View room Beach Beach (1 double & 3 single)
• Wedding services*
À la carte • Universal room
• Private dining*
All our food ingredients are being freshly • Salt Zone
• Beach towels
Furnished balcony or terrace selected from local farms and co-operatives • Hydrolounge Zone
• Hotel shop 24/7*
which support farming communities and • BodyMind Retail
• Car rental*
King size beds sustainable farming methods, just as we do
• Private transfer/ Taxi Service*
ourselves. Better for our wellbeing, our soil SALT ACTIVE
and our future. The Restaurant features Water sports
Twin beds (4 ROOMS WILL BE TWIN BEDS) * With a fee
6 types of cooking – Wok, Tandoor, Grill,
Smoke, Baked & Slow cooked. • Transparent bottom Kayak, aqua gym,
Welcome drink on arrival Laser sail boat, snorkeling, glass–bottom
SALT Bakery boat, water skiing, stand up paddle, pedal
Individual air conditioning boat, Wind surfing & SUP Board with hobie
Freshly baked bread from 6 am - 10:30 pm, CR E D I T CA R D S
mirage eclipse.
local barista, serving freshly roasted coffee
• Additional fee applies: speedboat ride,
Bathroom with shower and separate toilets 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The bakery • American Express
scuba–diving, big–game fishing, kite
is a contemporary café and bakery where • Visa
surfing nearby, tube ride, catamaran,
Bath amenities guests can gather, socialize and enjoy a • Mastercard
private waterskiing.
delectable selection of homemade pastries, • Diners Club
prepared in partnership with Du Pain et Land sports • We Chat pay
Bathrobe
Des Idées, Paris in a casual and comfortable • MCB Juice pay
setting. • Complimentary: gym, beach volley,
Homemade cookies beach soccer & yoga.
The SALT Farm (Opening Early 2019) • For a fee: bicycles, Electric bicycles,
Full length mirror (12:30 pm - 3 pm & 7 pm - 10:30 pm) convertible cars, authentic and exclusive
immersive tours, Sunrise Yoga, Sunrise
Located five minutes from the hotel which
Beach Jogging, Sunrise Photo Tour,
Magnifying mirror offers health-conscious cuisine accented
Sunrise Horse riding & visit of the stable
with goods grown in its farm. SALT Farm
are also in the activities program.
Telephone hosts vegetable-focused tasting lunches
& dinners in the impulsive garden shed.
Gardening classes, greenhouse tours and Fitness center
Complimentary fresh tea & coffee facilities (06:00am – 08:00pm)
workshops. Featuring: A yoga pavilion, a bee
hive, a mushroom farm, Bio and Hydroponic Workout studio consist of cardio equipment,
Safe grown vegetables. strength machines, and functional fitness.
Meet Jonathan, our National sprinter
Hairdryer The Roof Top Bar
champion, for fitness tips and personalized
(10:30 am - midnight)
training advice.
Dyson Hairdryer Our rooftop garden bar overlooking the ocean
is the perfect, relaxed aperitivo spot. And SALT Raw
High Speed Free Wi-Fi access from 4 - 5 pm, it’s all about the afternoon tea
Adventurous plant-based smoothies and
- a dreamy selection of artisan blends and
dishes that are not only delicious, creative
freshly baked pastries designed to make you
USB port for charging & International plug points but extremely healing. Simply Rawmazing!
happy.
Complimentary bottle of water The Beach Bar The Library
(10:30 am - midnight) (Opening time: 24 hrs)
Yogibare yoga mat & block Barefoot on the white sands of Palmar The Library is a perfect location to
Beach. Nibble a freshly prepared Mauritian meet in a unique and relaxing setting.
Sledge slippers with cinnamon snacks and sip a coast inspired frozen Our Library has a collection of over 300
cocktail featuring fresh fruits and our books mainly from Mauritian and a few
Locally handmade Beach Bags homegrown herbs. selected international authors, enjoy reading
over a sip of bois cheri tea or a fresh coffee
The Pool Bar
Roberts Radio from locally roasted green beans.
(10:30 am - midnight)
Lounge with a relaxed ambience.
Netflix on Tablet
The place to be for refreshing local
craft beers.
SALT OF PALMAR, Coastal Road, Palmar,Mauritius T +230 401 8500
SALT OF PALMAR, Coastal Road, Palmar,Mauritius T +230 401 8500
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