mom2cc, Canadian expat in Mauritius

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14 years ago

Hoping to buy a second hand car, preferably a Hyundai Atos from year 2008 onwards. I realize they are not cheap in Mauritius as they are in the UK, but can anyone give any rough idea of price and which is the best way to go about this? I have ...

I have a white Mazda Axela for sale, 57000km, air cd, automatic transmission great car! private sale. send me a message for price and photos... Thanks Read More

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14 years ago

Holiday Weekend in Grand Baie New Year?

Hi I was wondering if any one knows of any celbrations in Grand Baie this weekend to celbrate Chinnese New Year? Are the shop in the downtown core going to be closed on Monday and Tuesday? Any know of Super U hours of operation sun, mon, and ... Read More

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14 years ago

Denied visa extension by Skiffle

Hi, Are there any scenarios where a extension for tourist can be denied? Even though you have submitted all the requirements? I got around 3500 us dollars to blow here, and I'm staying with my friend so there's no hotel fees. Will that be enough ...

You are allowed 181 days per calender year. Read More

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15 years ago

Where to find a used boat for sale? by mom2cc

Hello all! Does anyone know where to go to find a good used boat? Please sned any info if you have any? Thanks MOM

Hey Thanks for the tip, We are from Canada too, I lived in Vancouver for 10 years, born on the island, we live here now but moved from Calgary.. Read More

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15 years ago

Where to find a used boat for sale?

Hello all! Does anyone know where to go to find a good used boat? Please sned any info if you have any? Thanks MOM Read More

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15 years ago

Home delivery of gas cylinders/bottles ? by nantube

Does anyone know if we can have Gas cylinders delivered at home in Mauritius. ? I live in the South in Bel Ombre.

Try Aresco 2177887, Shell Gas 50 kg, 2800 rupee. They deliver to Blue bay Tuesdays. Hope this helps Read More

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15 years ago

Car Rental and other expenses in Mauritius by ialkhammash

Hello Everybody i was exploring the forum, actually i have been offered to work in Mauritius for 6 months contract, i just want to ask what is the car rental prices (long-Term) for a good car ( in a good condition). also, what is the cost of ...

HI We paid around 35000-50000 for a three bedroom nice aprtment in Black River, we paid 23000 rupee for a 4 door, Toyota Sedan car with air ect.... I find produce and bread super cheap here, eating out is too if you find the local spots. I have yet ... Read More

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15 years ago

Car insurance/registration question?

We have to buy the car now! The people who are selling it are leaving the island. I guess it can sit in the driveway for a few days, no abig deal. I will phone an insurance place. Mom Thnaks for the reply though... Read More

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15 years ago

Car insurance/registration question?

Hi all Is it possible for people who are just in the process of getting permits on the island to register and insure a car? We are here on tourist permits right now, with BOI permits in the works? Thanks Mom Read More

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15 years ago

Winter Clothes for kids??? by MauNewbie

Hey, my family and I will be moving to Mauritius in January of 2011 from the States. I have 3 little ones and they are 5, 3, and 1. I was wondering how cold the winters are and if we will need heavy coats/jackets etc. We will be staying in the ...

hi i hope you realize that Summer here is winter, so you will be arriving at the hottest time of years, so bring a size larger than you will need. Many people I speak to say the Black River/Tamarin is the hottest part of the island. We came in Aug, ... Read More

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15 years ago

Tourist Visa Extension? by mom2cc

Can any one tell me have you applied for this extension< do you have any tips or tricks, my daughter and i visas run out next week, my husband has had no time to apply for a self employed work permit? Comments please? I think I need to fill out the ...

Hi We landed all as tourists visas, my husband does not have an issue because he leaves and comes back and gets a new stamp. Our return ticket was/is for 6 months, i do know that have made a note of this, and told them we were to apply under the ... Read More

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15 years ago

Tourist Visa Extension? by mom2cc

Can any one tell me have you applied for this extension< do you have any tips or tricks, my daughter and i visas run out next week, my husband has had no time to apply for a self employed work permit? Comments please? I think I need to fill out the ...

Hi Ex! I was only stamped for 2 months on a tourist visa in August, I don't know why they did not stamp us for three months? Sure would have helped. My husband is going to apply for a self employed visa, which we will fall under the spouse and ... Read More

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15 years ago

Tourist Visa Extension? by mom2cc

Can any one tell me have you applied for this extension< do you have any tips or tricks, my daughter and i visas run out next week, my husband has had no time to apply for a self employed work permit? Comments please? I think I need to fill out the ...

Thanks Seetul, Any info would be great! The blog is so good for info... Thanks in advance Mom Read More

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15 years ago

Tourist Visa Extension?

Can any one tell me have you applied for this extension< do you have any tips or tricks, my daughter and i visas run out next week, my husband has had no time to apply for a self employed work permit? Comments please? I think I need to fill out the ... Read More

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15 years ago

Furniture Stores??

So this old house needs some new stuff, where can i go to shop!! Mr Price will not do, we would like a sectional sofa, for a large room, some side tables, and some art work? Could someone recommend something? We are in Pointe D'esny, but have a car ... Read More

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15 years ago

What shall I pack?

Hi And welcome! I have only been here one month! I wish I would have packed more home linens, like duvet covers, towels. Pack all your fav meds, cosmetics, sunscreen! I wish I would have stocked up on some of my fav brands of spices ect.. Stuff you ... Read More

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15 years ago

Where can i buy fire extinguisher? by patty_nina

I need to buy a fire extinguisher for a truck of our company. Dose anyone know where I can buy in Quatre-Bornes? And how much for one? Thank you so much~~

Hi I saw some at Game last week, not sure how much! Good luck Read More

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15 years ago

Looking for house in Tamarin

Hi Bronindubai Can you PM me your agents we too are looking for a long term rental. Thanks M Read More

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15 years ago

Stay far away from Calgary! by Kyle of Alberta

I've spent a considerable amount of time, money, energy, sleepless nights and more on this terrible city and I would like to warn you not to do the same. If you are relocating to Canada, I highly recommend cities like Vancouver, Montreal or Toronto. ...

Calgary is a great place to lay your head, Safe, Fun , Hockey town. We have lived here for 8 years and now leaving. I will miss my great city!!! Maybe the dude was talking about Edmonton... LOL just jokes M Read More

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15 years ago

Visas

OK Short story My husband is going to work on a different island, and fly over to MRU for periods of time. So he will be coming and going. I see no problem with him My DD and I will be left in MRU with a return ticket back home, after a stay of 6 ... Read More

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15 years ago

Car Leasing by mom2cc

Hi We need a long term lease on a family type SUV with Automatic. Where do you suggest we go to find a good rate? Do they offer 6 month leases? What would this cast per month? Thanks Mom

How much is this truck per month? It it automatic? Thanks Mom Read More

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15 years ago

nursery schools in Mauritius

Kam do share what you have found out Mom Read More

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15 years ago

Car Leasing

Hi We need a long term lease on a family type SUV with Automatic. Where do you suggest we go to find a good rate? Do they offer 6 month leases? What would this cast per month? Thanks Mom Read More

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15 years ago

Download/upload speeds by Warmup

This is hilarious. Theyve just released the World results for internet speed tests for upload/download megabits per second. For download speeds, Mauritius came 169th out of 180 countries with a download speed of 0.54mb/s. As a comparison, the UK ...

Ok, What about a sat? Has anyone seen this, used it? My husband too needs this for his job, we don't mind paying for a good service. Pls advise? Mom Read More

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15 years ago

baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl