alaintier
French expat in Canada
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About me
French
Lives in Montréal
Speaks français, anglais, allemand, créole
Registration: 11 March 2009
Where can I find clams? by Silvan0
I am Italian and I love it here but there is one thing I miss from the Mediterranean: shellfish. I am a master chef in Italian seafood and am desperately looking for fresh alive clams, whether in a shop, fish market or in the sea. Has anyone seen ...
Don't buy oysters on the beach near Pointe Lafayette. They are rip-offs. Read More
5 goods reasons for choosing Mauritius by Julie
Hi, In Thursday's edition of [i]Weekly magazine[/i], we will explore the top 5 reasons to choose Mauritius to settle down. Don't miss it! ;) And of course, we would love to get your opinion on that (before or after reading the article ;)). So, ...
In January it's 30 degrees celsius above and in canada 30 degrees below. Read More
Cheap international phone calls by AndrewM
Just wondering how you guys make cheap phone calls to friends and family overseas and if your're happy with the service quality. Anyone use phone to phone via a local Mauritian access number for super cheap rates? Anyone use Vonage? Thanks Andrew
Skype is good if both persons have a computer. Otherwise you can buy calling cards. we use ontario phone cards in canada, but of course in england it's a different company. We talk 30 minutes for 1 ... Read More
Olympic Games 2012 from Mauritius
we have one canadian mauritian olympic champion in quebec KALYNA ROBERGE she won several medals at the winter games and world ... Read More
Are there any Pawn Shops in Mauritius by lau_fox
Hi everyone, We are wanting to sell some of our stuff and went online to look for pawn stores but we couldnt find any, can someone please point us in the right direction. Many Thanks
no i have never seen a pawn store in mauritius. you can sell stuff in the newspapers classifieds sections Read More
Healthcare in Mauritius by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Mauritius ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Mauritius? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
At the North Hospital, I have seen birds coming thru the windows and eating the patients food. My wife fell down upside down sitting on a chair with a broken leg. In a private clinic, I have lost half a million rupees trying to save my motherr in ... Read More
surfing
Renting is expensive 400 Rs/hr at Tamarin or Le Morne. To buy one, you can try Billabong Shop,at Port Louis Caudan Waterfront. Read More
Concerning Creole by hemsat
Hello guys! I'm new to the forum so nice to meet you all :D I was wondering for any long term expats, if anyone had found an effective way of learning creole (short of learning once in the country)? My dad is Mauritian but I grew up in ...
You can find books on how to speak creole at the Caudan Bookstore, at Port Louis Waterfront. caudan.com/en/Stationerybooks_Bookcourt_54_details.aspx Look for this book: MAURITIUS: Its Creole ... Read More
Hello! by Jennniff
Hi everyone, I'm from the UK, and going to be living in Mauritius for three months from January 2013 as part of my studies. I'm very much looking forward to spending time there; it looks wonderful. I have a few questions which I'm hoping people ...
Yes you will find all the vegan products, soya milk, etc. at Shoprite, located at Quatre Bornes, on the main Highway going from the airport to Port-Louis. You will not miss anything. http://www.shoprite.co.mu/ you will also find ayurvedic products, ... Read More
Mauritius and Reunion Travel Safety for Women by dsmith3108
Greetings, My (white, American) 14 year old daughter is traveling to Mauritius and Reunion this summer with her only her mother (also white American). They are fairly cautious and experienced travelers, but I am concerned about assault and would ...
I am married to a Mauritian girl. Today is our 27 th wedding anniversary. We go to Mauritius almost every year. We worry the most about our own family (mauritian family). They are into drugs and alcool. They are good as long as you give them money ... Read More
Hi Guys by MelleJeanne
I've just arrived in Mauritius from the UK. Granted I've only been here 2 weeks, still making the shift from the UK to here is not easy. Given I couldn't take the British climate any longer, the sun and being so close to the sea at all times is a ...
I would suggest you the Goodlands Market Place every wednesday and saturday. You will find plenty of local fruits and vegetables with almost and probably no pesticides. And a lot cheaper than in the grocery stores. In french or in creole, it's «la ... Read More
Lack of water. by alaintier
Water situation in Curepipe. When we came in, there was no water. Central water provides water from 5 am to 8 am, 3 hrs a day only. We had 1 tank 7,500 liters on the roof. But it could not be filled up by lack of pressure. We bought 1 tank 5,000 ...
Quincaillerie Cosmos Cosmos Hardware store Read More
Lack of water. by alaintier
Water situation in Curepipe. When we came in, there was no water. Central water provides water from 5 am to 8 am, 3 hrs a day only. We had 1 tank 7,500 liters on the roof. But it could not be filled up by lack of pressure. We bought 1 tank 5,000 ...
I bought them in Curepipe. Main RoAD A10 (Nouvelle France Road). Near Labourdonnais College. Read More
Lack of water. by alaintier
Water situation in Curepipe. When we came in, there was no water. Central water provides water from 5 am to 8 am, 3 hrs a day only. We had 1 tank 7,500 liters on the roof. But it could not be filled up by lack of pressure. We bought 1 tank 5,000 ...
10,000 liters tank 8,000 Rs on the roof 5,000 liters tank 5,000 Rs ground level Pump 4,000 Rs ground level Fixtures, pipes 5,000 Rs Plumber 3,000 Rs Total 25,000 Rs Read More
Lack of water. by alaintier
Water situation in Curepipe. When we came in, there was no water. Central water provides water from 5 am to 8 am, 3 hrs a day only. We had 1 tank 7,500 liters on the roof. But it could not be filled up by lack of pressure. We bought 1 tank 5,000 ...
The Vacoas Pond is dry. It hasn't rained enough in the past month. It's a rare phenomena that appears every 75 years or so. The last time it happened was in 1935. There are rumors around it. Some people believe that when they dug up the fondations ... Read More
Lack of water.
Water situation in Curepipe. When we came in, there was no water. Central water provides water from 5 am to 8 am, 3 hrs a day only. We had 1 tank 7,500 liters on the roof. But it could not be filled up by lack of pressure. We bought 1 tank 5,000 ... Read More
Is domestic help available in Mauritius? by Yelles
Hi There, I was wondering if domestic help is available in Mauritius? Is it a common thing or does the average person clean their own houses? If it is common, what would the daily rate be for domestic help? Would you go through an agency or is it ...
5000 Rs a month US$ 200 a month, that's all that's one of the rare countries that is competitive with China, or Bengladesh Here is an old testing method that still works. Drop 5 dollar on the floor. If the maid picks it up and keep it, don't hire ... Read More
Michaela Harte by sharms91
Hi I work for the BBC in Northern Ireland and we have been covering the tragic news of the death of Michaela Harte. The Mauritius police have been speaking to us about the murder suspects, and I wanted to move the story on as to how the local ...
These employees had no police record and came from the same villages as nearly all the other hotel employees in the north. Hotel training in the hotels in Mauritius is fairly rigorous and the quality of service is part of the reason people come ... Read More
Michaela Harte by sharms91
Hi I work for the BBC in Northern Ireland and we have been covering the tragic news of the death of Michaela Harte. The Mauritius police have been speaking to us about the murder suspects, and I wanted to move the story on as to how the local ...
This honeymoon muder is a disgrace for the Island. A 4 1/2 star hotel should be a place where you can feel safe and enjoy your vacation peacefully. Mauritius has won the 2010 Honeymoon award for being the best honeymoon destination in the ... Read More
Retiring in Mauritius by Maynris
Does anyone have any information on the legal requirements for retiring to Mauritius. We are looking at world possibilities for retiring at the age of 60. We love the outdoors, watersports, sun, sea and sand.
yes you are entitled to the mauritian pension plan if you go back to live in mauritius once you reach 60 this pension is a fixed rate wether you worked 0 day or 50 years on the island it's roughly cdn $80 a month Read More
Retiring in Mauritius by Maynris
Does anyone have any information on the legal requirements for retiring to Mauritius. We are looking at world possibilities for retiring at the age of 60. We love the outdoors, watersports, sun, sea and sand.
I wouldn't recommend you this island. Criminality is high. I have build a house there. My wife is Mauritian. Read More