Valuable tips on how to shop smart in Mauritius may be all you need to afford great gifts at exceptional prices. Most magazines and tour operators feature high-class shopping centres, which offer great variety but not necessarily the best bargains.

On the other hand, taxi drivers in their excursion itinerary will make sure you stop at a few 'selected' shops where they will earn a 'high' commission. Some might even upon negotiation of your trip fare prior to your trip that if they decrease the trip fare, you will have to go to their 'favourite' shops.

• Shop around first and compare prices
• Be wary of hawkers on the beach and road-sides
• Polish on your bargaining skills - you never know how much you can save!
• Keep close watch on your belongings and purse (pickpockets are many in the markets and even in shops)
• Check the condition of branded products as quality may vary
• Always keep the receipt in case of returns or exchange
• Make sure your local immigration allows entry of fresh and/or dried food, souvenir products made of wood, dried materials and other ethnic products.
• Have a local with you and see the difference it makes!

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