Le Port Ship Model
Le Port Ship Model
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Charlotte Dubeau
York, UK22 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
Oh my lord what a scam! Myself and my husband thought we’d book a day with a local taxi company to drive us around the south of the island and view some of the beautiful sites of Mauritius. Our first stop was this “museum”. It was unclean and there wasn’t much to see other than a ship scroll dating back to the 1700s, the lady was friendly and informative and all was fine until we entered the shop, which was triple the size of the museum. One woman followed me around and kept trying to pressure me into buying souvenirs I wasn’t interested in. As a 60-year-old woman, I found her approach invasive and uncomfortable. I thought this was supposed to be a museum, not to be pressured into making purchases. It left me feeling uneasy, and it definitely spoiled what could have been a pleasant day out as I was then worried I was going to get kidnapped! I wouldn’t recommend this place unless they improve their customer service.
Written October 15, 2024
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Joe E
9 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Avoid this if you can. We stopped off here as part of a day trip run by a local tour company. The whole place is a tourist trap. Whilst the ships are pretty, the whole shop sells overpriced rubbish. Avoid the surrounding shops which sell counterfeit goods at crazy prices. The shop owners are very pushy and made us feel very uncomfortable. Couldn't wait to get back on the minibus to continue our day.
I think maybe there is a commission based incentive for tour operators to take passengers here as the the taxis and minibuses came by the dozen and there is really nothing else to see
I think maybe there is a commission based incentive for tour operators to take passengers here as the the taxis and minibuses came by the dozen and there is really nothing else to see
Written October 20, 2018
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Nirvana D
Edgware, UK915 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Amazing & stunning displays of model ships & various other artefacts & handicrafts including artistic embroidered goods which captivates the visitors while assisted by Sarita & her able colleagues.
Written June 12, 2024
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kowie55
Chennai (Madras), India745 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
There are 2 interesting parts to this attraction. (1) First, is the workshop where they make model ships. As soon as you reach Le port, a guide receives you and explains the nuances of model-building. You are first taken to the workshop. At first sight it looks chaotic. When you look closely, you realise that there are a few master craftsmen/ Craftswomen who have perfected the craft of model building over the years. They have accurate engineering designs of some ships that sailed in the African coast during the 15th - 19th centuries. Using carefully chosen wood, cloth and strings they skilfully reproduce these designs. Truly interesting to watch. They have a separate metal factory that makes brass fittings (like miniature cannon); these are brought here and affixed suitably by master craftsmen. Photography is permitted in the workshop.
(2)The second part is the commercial showroom. Here they display a variety of ships. planes , jewellery and souvenirs. The display is attractive and tempting. Personally, I liked the souvenir section. They have a special packing process to pack delicate models so that your purchases don't get damaged when you take it on your return flight. Photography is NOT permitted in the showroom.
Some of the popular models are available in travel-worthy packing condition in the Duty-Free shop of Mauritius Airport. Yet, I think it would be better to choose and buy what you like at the factory showroom. They may agree to despatch the merchandise directly to your destination--- but I suspect that would be expensive. It might be cost effective only if you buy a large bulky model, that cannot be carried as hand luggage. You need to discuss this before buying.
(2)The second part is the commercial showroom. Here they display a variety of ships. planes , jewellery and souvenirs. The display is attractive and tempting. Personally, I liked the souvenir section. They have a special packing process to pack delicate models so that your purchases don't get damaged when you take it on your return flight. Photography is NOT permitted in the showroom.
Some of the popular models are available in travel-worthy packing condition in the Duty-Free shop of Mauritius Airport. Yet, I think it would be better to choose and buy what you like at the factory showroom. They may agree to despatch the merchandise directly to your destination--- but I suspect that would be expensive. It might be cost effective only if you buy a large bulky model, that cannot be carried as hand luggage. You need to discuss this before buying.
Written March 23, 2019
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GrahamP113
Witham, UK2,018 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
No surprise to stop at a craft shop to try and encourage you to spend money. However this was interesting to see the skill in making the ships of all sizes. Then into the shop not too pushy but a very well appointed store with lots of choice. Don’t be too upset and embrace the local culture. We brought some nice things and not too expensive
Written November 30, 2018
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