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LIZZIE MCALLISTER finds a determination to make tourism greener in the idyllic paradise of Mauritius

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This is just one of the initiatives Attitude has created to integrate itself into the wider community.

The company boasts nine all-inclusive luxury resorts - and doesn’t seek to cut itself off from its surroundings, describing itself as “committed to responsible tourism through concrete actions,” a pledge that recently earned it B Corp certification, recognising companies that benefit the world on a social, societal and environmental level.

Here, you'll find almost no single-use plastic - guests are encouraged to stock their own mini bar at onsite refill shops, and items like straws are biodegradable.

Mineral sunscreen stations are dotted around each resort which visitors can use for free. These not only prevent a nasty burn, but also stop damage to the surrounding ocean’s delicate ecosystem.