The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority

The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority(MTPA) is a parastatal organisation established in 1996 by the MTPA Act. It is administered by a Board of Directors and operates under the aegis of the Ministry of Tourism and Leisure. The MTPA was set up to promote Mauritius as a tourist destination in Mauritius and abroad. This has been done through advertising and promotional campaigns, participation in tourism fairs, and collaborations with the local Mauritius tourism industry. The MPTA also provides information to tourists on facilities, infrastructure and services available to them in Mauritius. Research is also conducted by the MPTA into market trends and opportunities. This information together with other relevant statistical data is used in advising the Minister on matters relating to the promotion of tourism.