Travel with MRe or French Franc travellers cheques. Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club and American Express are widely accepted. May be exchanged at banks, hotels and authorised dealers. IDD is available. There are a limited number of public telephone booths, mainly at the airport and in major hotels.
Tropical storms are likely in the cyclone season.
Sea breezes blow all year, especially on the east coast. Take your best beach and casual wear. In the winter months of June, July, August and September carry some light woolies for the cool evenings. More than half the population is Hindu, respect their traditions and religion. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required of travelers over one year of age arriving from infected areas.