Features for expats in Mauritius
Every year in Mauritius, tropical cyclones bring their share of strong winds, heavy rains and floods, which can cause a lot of damage and disruption. Here are some tips to help you stay safe during the cyclone season in Mauritius.
Leisure
Mauritius is more than just its famous blue lagoon and white sandy beaches. There is another important aspect to Mauritius that we tend to forget: its lush forests and abundant wildlife. Here are some of the island's many nature reserves open to visitors.
Summer calls for long days out at sea or visiting the islets surrounding Mauritius. Indeed, the several small islets surrounding the island are perfect for day trips or short getaways. Here's a quick guide.
Would you like to go for a hike but would prefer to do it in a group? Or are you looking to meet people? Or a little romantic dinner for Valentine's Day? Expat.com brings to you events that might be of interest to you this February.
Rainy weather calls for faratas. So this week, Expat.com brings to you the recipe for this Mauritian delicacy.
Expat.com is back with a new creole expression to give you an idea of the richness of this language. This week, we offer you "tir kanet dan zwe".
With the summer season, comes the heavy rains (or so we hope, anyway!). This week, Mauritius has been under a heavy rain warning. What are the real risks of flooding and water accumulation? What are the most vulnerable areas? What are the precautions to take?
Expat.com is back this week with a new dish: Mauritian fried noodles. Of Chinese origin, the fried noodles is one of the most popular dishes on the island. It is easy to make and there is no doubt that the whole family will enjoy it.
Everyday life
During the early days of the COVID pandemic, some were betting on the end of expatriation. Governments were taking steps to promote the employment of locals, as in Singapore, where companies were encouraged to favor nationals. Did that mean that foreigners were no longer welcome? Did that point to a place where local policies would dictate the future of national economies? Obviously not! Actually, moving abroad plans only changed their form. Digital nomadism, entrepreneurship, professional opportunities, and studying abroad are as many facets of post-COVID moving abroad plans. So, why should you move abroad in 2023, and how?
Leisure
There are many expat blogs on the Internet, but many have, in some ways, run out of steam over time. The reasons for this are numerous, including the lack of interest and inspiration, fewer visits, too much competition, or a return to the country of origin. Let's try to find an explanation as to why expat blogs have been on the decline lately.
The year 2022 is coming to a close. Whether it's been good or bad, ending the year on a high is paramount. If you've just arrived on the island and are looking for a place to celebrate New Year's Eve, Expat.com has some places to say goodbye to 2022.
This holiday season is a special time to spend with family and friends. If you're far from home and are still wondering how to spend this special time of the year, Expat.com brings to you various events throughout the island to enjoy these moments alone or with your family or friends.
A few Christmas markets will be held this weekend, the last before Christmas. These events are gaining in popularity year after year as they allow you to avoid the big crowds of the shopping malls and are an opportunity to privilege local craftsmen.
Head to the southeast of the island to discover the village of Grande-Rivière-Sud-Est, a region that has kept its authenticity. The village is known for having one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country, but also for being the main meeting point to go to the popular Ile aux Cerfs.
The Clarisse Sisters have had an incredible 30 year long international career. It is on their native island that they have decided to launch their second album, 'Fire and Ice', during a concert on December 22nd. On this occasion, here's an insight into the jazz world of these three talented sisters.
Expat.com is back with the “satini brinzel” recipe, a vegetable you surely know under the name of eggplant. It is mainly served as a side dish that will enhance many of your dishes. The "satin brinzel" is easy to prepare and everyone will love it.
Expat.com is back with a new Mauritian creole expression that will help you blend right in. This week's expression is "bav dan minn".
Visas
Does being the holder of a work permit in your expat country mean that everything is possible? In the era of remote work and digital nomadism, the work permit is quite likely to be mistaken for a visa with all possibilities. Although it does grant rights to foreign workers, it also comes with a set of rules. What are the risks in case of infringement? Are you allowed to leave your host country for as long as you want?
Other Types
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Magellan
Wrong permit, wrong structure, underestimated banking delays: some relocations to Mauritius fall behind from the very first weeks. Not because the island is complicated. But because the steps were not prepared in the right order.
Work
A tech entrepreneur for more than twenty years and based in Mauritius for the past five, Breno Le Gal has built a career that bridges digital innovation, craftsmanship and local entrepreneurship. After founding Ewa's Kitchen, an artisanal business born from a deeply personal journey, he went on to create Crafty, an AI-powered management solution designed to support artisans and independent creators. In this interview, Breno shares his entrepreneurial journey, his perspective on the challenges facing Mauritian artisans, and his vision for a more accessible digital future for small businesses.
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Mauritius Telecom
In a context where energy efficiency and mobility are essential, Work From Home has become a necessity. To support this shift, Mauritius Telecom is proposing exceptional offers designed to transform every Mauritian home into a high-performance workspace and study hub.
Everyday life
Within just a few days, a wide stretch of sand vanished along the west coast of Mauritius. A stark episode that lays bare a truth backed by data, even as authorities moved quickly to try to restore the situation: the island is among the most vulnerable in the world to rising sea levels and coastal erosion.
Schools & studies
Mauritius is about to join a already lengthy list of countries that have chosen to act. More than 60 nations have enacted laws or policies restricting smartphone use in schools. Among them are France, the United Kingdom, Australia, China, Italy, Finland, Canada, and the Netherlands. The island, according to some observers, has been slow to follow suit. "Mauritius was too slow to react," say various stakeholders, who point to the antisocial behaviors that have proliferated in schools in the wake of mobile phone use.
Everyday life
Moving abroad often starts with a feeling, a vague desire for change that gradually takes shape. For Anaïs Honorez, the plan came together step by step, through travels across Asia and the discovery of Mauritius, where she settled in 2018. Since then, she has turned her personal experience into genuine expertise, helping dozens of expats each year navigate their move to the island. In this interview, she looks back on her journey, shares the realities of life in Mauritius beyond the postcard clichés, and offers practical advice for a successful relocation, from preparation through those first months on the ground.
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