Vibe for young people living in Mauritius!?

Hi all. Thanks for taking the time to read this post.

Im a 27 year old South African and my brother and I have decided to quit our jobs and kick things off in Mauritius.

Iv read a lot about living in the country but have found that a lot of information is quite old (with so much changing so fast in the country, this info can therefore be outdated).

One thing I have not been able to find out too much information about is what the life is for young folk.

We are 25 and 27 years old. We like to work hard but also play hard. My single biggest worry about Mauritius is that it might become quite sleepy if you are someone who likes to always be out and about and doing new and exciting things.

The outdoor life is of course a huge pull factor with surfing, Scuba, trail running, and kite surfing.

Also, in real terms - are there many young expats on the island (young as in not married with kids etc).

We both make friends very easily and make the  most of every situation

- just would like a snnapshot of what that scene is like.

Awesome - thanks - and when I arrive ill be sure to try and link up with many of you. J

Hi u r welcome to mauritius then.. well you can inbox for more info. I will help you where i can. ;)

Hello Anouda27

Why ask to inbox when the purpose of the forum is to share infos for future expatriates to benefit from the infos?

Kenjee
Expat.com Team

Hello,

if you want to know more about events such as cultural, festivals, music, cinema, art and more you should have a look at the local KOZÉ website. KOZÉ

I think Grand Baie would be the area for you both, yes a tourist area but lots of clubs, bars and nightlife :)

Grand Baie has everything that you want :)

Have friends of all ages to socialise with too - you never know who you may meet at an older friends BBQ ;);)

Good luck

Yeah, I think Grand Baie would suit us best. we are coming over in a couple weeks and will be staying there. I love mixing with people  of all ages, just wanted to know if there was a slightly younger scene.

Thanks for the help! :-)

Hi 6mboyjam,,
Am also from SA arriving in Mu soon...hang in there,, if there isnt a great venue to rock and roll, we will create one,, spent time on the Island years ago before it became a major tourist venue,, lived and surfed Tamarin Bay exclusuvely,, looking forward to being back!!!

Awesome bro! That's the kind of attitude I like. We must keep in touch. When you planning on moving over?

Hey guys, I'm the brother! I was wondering if it's feasible to setup shop in cyber city and live in Grande Baie. (Daily commute in mind)

Also, what's the vibe with transport? Too much rain for motorbikes? Roads a tight squeeze for cars?

Someone mentioned to me that Cyber City was a dog show i terms of traffic. What about offices on Grand Baie beach (shoes optional)

Not bro,,, I am a lady,, my name us Carol,, not sure exactly but soon,, just need to go home quickly from here, Australia,,, and I'll see!! But yes, we will keep in touch,,, !!! Love life hey so it must be lived to the fullist!!! Have an awesome day!!! Kiss the sunshine for me,, its been grey and cold here forever!!
Carol

You in Aus now and headed home to SA or the other way round. Joburg is rubbish today so i'm headed to Cape Town. Sounds like we are on the same vibe. Keen to live it up!!!

Let us know your progress - So much outdoor stuff we can do over there. Excited!!!!

I am in Australia heading home,, will be travelling around quite a bit,, but also heading in the general direction of Cape Town,, will be motoring down for JHB,,,!!!

Howzit bru?/?  :D

Looking forward to hitting a few waves and making like I'm an awesome surfer-dude with all the answers to lifes questions  :cool: be sure to join me

(serious note)Looks like we're in similar scenarios, so maybe we can touch base in Grand Baie and share our experience/s.

Peace  :cheers:

from where I can meet English speaking people in grand bay? I came here two month back. I want frieends to hangout with on Friday. Any get together point? Or like that?

Hi

Yes it happens the first few months. Making friends is hard especially if you speak english and are a foreigner and can easily drive you crazy! It took me 3 months to know anybody.

Search for -20.006751, 57.557131 in google maps.

There is a restaurant called selfish at Pointe aux Cannoneers, royal road. It is just after grand baie. It's open from 4pm to late on Mondays and Fridays, and 5pm to late on all other days. Has good english speaking people both local and foreign and nice ambience.

Hi, I'm very much in the same boat as you guys were a few years ago. Looking to move in January '18. How have you found the vibe for younger people? Where did you end up settling? Where would you recommend to stay in the West (Black River area and surrounds). Ciao