jkev
English expat in Mauritius
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Lives in Grande Rivière Noire, Bla
Speaks English, Italian and French
Registration: 07 May 2015
How to get job in Mauritius? by Anik08
Hi experts, Is there any chance to get job in Mauritius from outside of Mauritius? Is there any agencies in Mauritius they can help?
At the end of the day, job search is much the same in every country and always more difficult if you are not a citizen or do not have the automatic right to reside in the country concerned. As mentioned in previous threads, a lot depends on what ... Read More
How to get job in Mauritius? by Anik08
Hi experts, Is there any chance to get job in Mauritius from outside of Mauritius? Is there any agencies in Mauritius they can help?
One of the main obstacles apart from the minimum salary for an Occupation Permit of Rp 60,000 per month for most industry sectors and Rp 30,000 per month for ICT sector is that many expats want the same salary that they were earning in their home ... Read More
13th Salary / End of Year Gratuity by DayMeeYen
Hi All... I wonder could anyone please advise me about the End of Year Gratuity Act here in Mauritius. My friend has been working in a particular position for over 4 years and recently a new owner has recently taken over. The new owner is now ...
The Employment Act is very clear about such things and she can go to the labour office and complain. It also spells out holiday entitlement and the right to be paid for holiday accrued but not taken. Read More
13th Salary / End of Year Gratuity by DayMeeYen
Hi All... I wonder could anyone please advise me about the End of Year Gratuity Act here in Mauritius. My friend has been working in a particular position for over 4 years and recently a new owner has recently taken over. The new owner is now ...
If the new owners issued a new contract of employment as a new company without continuous service then they would still have to pay pro rata if the person is employed on December 31. If contract still the same then the full year is due. Even if a ... Read More
Creole Lessons by paulamilligan
Hi - looking for someone who provides Creole lessons in the Black River area. Please advise of rates - hoping for a good deal as it will possibly be for 4 people ?
Count me in if it’s an evening or weekend. Read More
salary for software engineers in mauritius by arun_qa
hi, Am from India and am in touch with a mauritius company for a job opening.The toughest thing for me is to how much salary i need to negotiate. As i would be on a contract i can't ask for salary increase later. can any one tell me what is the ...
Have you looked on the job websites MyJob and Career Hub. Read More
Best place to look for a job for south african
You haven’t said whether your husband is looking for an expat package or more localised. A lot will depend on his seniority, technical competences and experience. Look on some of the job websites such as MyJob and CareerHub Read More
What household items to ship over or not...
You will probably find some useful information by searching previous questions on this website. Not sure if there’s a simple answer. If you are going to rent then most places are furnished and will have a fridge and other kitchen equipment. I ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Mauritius? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to ...
You mentioned your partner. If you aren't married make sure you bring the correct notarised paperwork confirming that you have been living together. Read More
Where to live near Ebene Cyber City? by CharlesWinstanley
Hi all, I am considering a move to Mauritius, with the company based in Ebene Cyber City. Can anyone recommend a pleasant, close area, where I can rent a 1 bed apartment for the initial 6 months, so I can get established? I have been looking at a ...
It would help to have some idea of the things you are looking for. E.g. How far do you want to drive? Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Mauritius? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Mauritius? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there any ...
Job hunting in Mauritius is the same as most other countries. It is a "campaign" and needs to be worked at. Some thoughts. The first thing is to have a decent CV. Most I see are awful and it is very time-wasting having to interview ... Read More
trusted recruiters to find job in Mauritius?
There are a lot of Mauritians with similar qualifications. You could look at MyJob and Career Hub Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Mauritius? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...
We have a number of people who work for us with degrees from outside Mauritius (engineering,IT, telecommunications etc. but it may depend on the industry sector. Also we have no age barrier. Read More
Vets in Mauritius - Animal problems. by Stormtrooper
I have a number of animals (cats/dogs) and I would like to share some knowledge to pet owners in Mauritius, regarding Vets. This is not advertising (i get no commission out of this. I will mention names and places so just google for location details ...
Don't know of anyone but if you phone the vets at PAWS they might be able to point you in the right direction. Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Mauritius by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Mauritius. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Mauritius. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are ...
One option is to have a look at the L'express site and you will be able to find a range of properties and sort by price/size/location Read More
Shipping boxes with personal items to Europe by CharPeeters
I need to ship boxes with personal items (mostly clothes) back to Europe. DHL is the shipping company that comes to mind, but are there any other shipping companies that provide the same level of service at a cheaper price? Apparently I need to ...
Do you have any idea of the weight / dimensions of your package? If it is going to be large/heavy, you might want to check with the airlines for air freight or one of the shipping companies e.g AGS Fraser Read More
Where to dance Salsa in Mauritius? by Cyrun
Hello, Does anyone know where you can dance salsa? I am visiting Mauritius between mid-October and mid-Movember. Thanks, Chad
I work in Ebene and would be interested in learning to salsa properly. Read More
Moving to maurituis
There are a number of similar threads on the website. A lot depends on your children's ages and where you will be working. Also if you are planning for them to go to a private school or a government one. Read More
Looking for Internship Opportunity Mauritius by Adeoladele
Am currently a Masters student writing my final project in data analysis(Health Desease pridiction), i will like to do internship in Mauritius . please anyone that has information on how i can apply should please let me know. *
It is likely to be difficult unless you have Mauritian nationally.. There are minimum salaries for expatriates which also applies to students. Could you do it remotely? Read More
AZURI Village by Maine-Tucker
Hello, I am looking to relocate to Azuri Village in Roches Noires , Are any of you living at Azuri or know anyone who does live there?
You will find some additional information on the site as someone else asked about Azuri. It is a very large development and a bit isolated. It is also fairly windy in that area. Read More
poetry night by Insh
hey guys, A couple of friends and i were discussing starting a small spoken word/poetry night this Friday. Just wondering how many of you would be interested in such an evening,either sharing some of your poetry or spoken word pieces or simply ...
If you decide to have another event, please advertise it on the site as I would love to come. Read More
High School Hunt by JemB30
Hi, We are considering moving to Mauritius in the next couple of months. I have a couple of questions I hope you can help me with. First of course, I will be looking for an English speaking high school. My son is 16. And I have been told the ...
I have colleagues who live in Black River/Tamarin whose children go to school in Moka. Journey time varies from 35-60 minutes. Read More
Research trip ahead of possible emigration to Mauritius
Hi. You should also look through the information on this website and some of the previous conversations on this topic. I see you are staying in Grand Baie but you haven't said anything about what type of home environment you are looking for ... Read More
Seeking GirlFriends by littleme1
Hello :) I am from Kenya, now living in Port Louis and as sad as this may sound...looking for friends/company to hangout and do stuff with. Maybe meet up for meals, explore the city - anyone think this is a good idea? Let me know Moz
Perhaps you could post a request for a lift and I am sure someone will be able to drive you home. Read More
Seeking GirlFriends by littleme1
Hello :) I am from Kenya, now living in Port Louis and as sad as this may sound...looking for friends/company to hangout and do stuff with. Maybe meet up for meals, explore the city - anyone think this is a good idea? Let me know Moz
There are a couple of groups around and if you haven't been yet it is worth coming to one of the after work drinks events which are organised by Antoine and you can find in the events section. Read More
Spices and meds
I remember being advised to pack any prescription medicines with me preferably in my hand luggage. With regards to over the counter medication, I am not sure if there is anything specific, but you may want to check whether there is anything not ... Read More
Mauritius for a 6 month stay
I have a friend who lives there. It is a very large complex close to the coast. There is also a hotel adjacent to the complex. As it is on the north east coast it is windy. I personally think it is a bit isolated and you would be better looking ... Read More
New in Mauritius
I know someone in Flic en Flac . Will send you a private message Read More
where is the best place to live ? by Mariegrisling
Hello :) My husband, 2 kids and I are considering going to Mauritius oct 2017-marts 2018. we really need a very nice house with 4 -5 bedrooms, pool and hopefully close by beach, to live in and have no idea where to search. its also important to ...
If you search the site you will find a number of topics on this subject where people have shared their views. A lot will depend on your personal preferences so a pre-visit would be a good idea to familiarise yourself with the island. Read More
enquiries
You don't say which subjects you normally teach or if you speak French. Talking to other teachers here, it is not that easy to find something unless you look at the private schools and then you need to have something special to offer. For the ... Read More
Looking for a Creole teacher (West) by novakoff
Hi, I have been in Mauritius for 3 months now. I only have Mauritian friends here and I've noticed that, even though they do know how to speak English quite well, they prefer to converse in French or Creole. That's why I am looking for ...
I would love to learn some Creole although I speak French. Can come to Flic en Flac as I live in Black River but as I work in Ebene the time might not be right. Read More
European hair dresser on the West Coast?
There is a good hairdressers in Rousseau Creole - Elisa La Belle Hair Lounge Read More
We are planning to live in mauritius, come from South Africa
If you look through the website you will find a range of useful hints and tips about coming to live in Mauritius whether working or retiring. There is a good size S African community here, but also other ex-patriates. My experience of local ... Read More
What visa do south africans need to live and work in Mauritius? by manxmanners
Hello, We are thinking about relocating to Mauritius on SA passports. What visa do we need to live and work there...? Thanks Garth
You will find most of the information you need by searching on this site. You will also find the BOI site very clear about your options. Read More
Why people like to live in Mauritius? What so special abt this Island? by Michelle Chan
I like Mauritius and planning to have a holidays next year. But just curious, why so many people like to live in Mauritius ? What so special about this Island ? please share with me how u feel about Mauritius .... thanks
Well I have been reading this thread with some surprise. I have lived here for over a year and obviously have been on a different planet to some of you who seem paranoid about impoliteness, crime, etc. My work colleagues are great. Whenever I ... Read More
In Love with Mauritius - Tips on getting a job? by SimoneRachelProsee
I was in Mauritius in June for two weeks and completely fell in love with the people , culture and Island. I have been trying to find work in Mauritius since. I have applied for plenty of positions but have unfortunately not been successful. I ...
I think you are going to struggle to find anyone who will employ someone with TEFL/TESL who does not already have the right to work here. I have met several people with TEFL/TESL who have dual nationality or nationals who have returned to Mauritius ... Read More
From Jo'burg- Seeking Girl Friends. Let's create a Dinner club by Esmarie
Hi there ladies! I am from Jo'burg South Africa and have only been here for 3 months. I am in dire need of some girl friends (and someone to drink wine) with so I am taking it upon myself to attempt at starting a dinner club! Would anyone ...
Since there's a meet up in the Henessey next week why don't we try to go and then arrange something Read More
Becoming legal immigrant by Smasson
Hi. I am an American citizen married to a Mauritian . We currently live in France and will be moving to Mauritius this June . Does anyone know how I can become a legal immigrant/permanent resident ? Thank you,
Do check before you come exactly what will be accepted as evidence of cohabitation. In France the Town Hall issues a certifact de concubine but the UK don't have such a thing so a notorised document needs to done. You will need the documents ... Read More
Looking for friends in Mauritius by Tura
Hello, am new in Mauritius and currently looking to meet up with girls already there. thanks and regards Ruta
If Jumbo is convenient, lunch at the Happy Rajah might be a good option. Read More
From Jo'burg- Seeking Girl Friends. Let's create a Dinner club by Esmarie
Hi there ladies! I am from Jo'burg South Africa and have only been here for 3 months. I am in dire need of some girl friends (and someone to drink wine) with so I am taking it upon myself to attempt at starting a dinner club! Would anyone ...
Sounds like a great idea. I work in Ebene, live in Black River so if you want to try the Flying Dodo at Bagatelle one week night that would be good for me and is nice and central. Read More
Retiring to Mauritius .... Maybe :-) by Maurice OConnell
Hi Everyone From Shannon in County Clare with business interests in Limerick City in Ireland. Retirement has finally kicked in and my wife and I are looking to retire to Mauritius ..... Maybe :-) Strong Possibility that we will be travelling out to ...
You will find lots of hints and tips about retiring here on the website. Doing a 3-6 month rental is a good option. Location will depend on whether you want cooler or hotter temperatures as well as your interests and how you like to spend your ... Read More
Reminder : expat.com afterwork drink on Thursday 22nd Sept by Julien
Hi everyone, hope you are well. Just a quick message to remind you that we're organizing an afterwork drink on Thursday, in a nice italian pub / restaurant ; you will find all the details on the event page ...
Sorry can't make it tonight, perhaps next time. Jenny Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Mauritius can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...
I have not had the problem but then I love the sun and heat versus the typical British weather. I suppose some things to do if you do suffer with it are: Watch a favourite film or TV program Go out somewhere and pamper yourself for the day Meet up ... Read More
So many questions, and soooo unsure :D Greetings from South Africa by riettenel
Hi All, Some background before I pepper you with all my questions, I think it will make it easier to understand where I am coming from. I work for a Google trusted agency here in South Africa in the position of Manager, and my husband as a Senior ...
As a Brit, I am not sure that I am the best person to answer some of your questions, as I might have a different perspective, but there are a lot of South Africans here who I am sure will be able to help. Read More
So many questions, and soooo unsure :D Greetings from South Africa by riettenel
Hi All, Some background before I pepper you with all my questions, I think it will make it easier to understand where I am coming from. I work for a Google trusted agency here in South Africa in the position of Manager, and my husband as a Senior ...
1. 7 day Trip If you are coming over for just a 7 day visit, the key thing would be to hire a car. The advantage of renting an apartment for your visit is that you would do some shopping so get a feel for what is available (most things are). ... Read More
Expat Salaries by LeRouxExpats
Can the local Mauritius companies offer similar salaries as the South African companies.The Mau salary guide says It manager earn 60 000 Mau. In SA you can earn 180 000 Mau and living costs are lower.
It will depend on the industry sector, management level and experience, but 180,000 MUR per month as a basic salary is very high. Many local managers earn 50,000 - 70,000 MUR per month. Senior managers in larger companies will earn more 90,000++ ... Read More
Intense French language courses? by gordon.campbell
Hello, I have just moved to Mauritius and I'm interested in learning French. I have a bit of knowledge from High School but I really need to start from the basics. I have the hole month of September with a lot of free time and I would be keen ...
I know someone in Flic en Flac who can give you lessons. She is Mauritian but lived in France most of her life where she worked as a teacher. If you are interested, send me a message and I will give you her details. Read More
Settle down in Mauritius by MohitK
Hi, I am new to this forum. I worked in Mauritius for about an year as a Senior Software Engineer(SAP ABAP), but unfortunately i had to came back to my place i.e India, but i just love this place very much and having an urge to relocate there on ...
Have you looked on CareerHub? You could also try Accenture. Read More
Airlines tickets
I haven't been to South Africa but gone to lots of other countries worldwide without a problem - just had first name and surname on the ticket and full name including middle name on the passport. The only problem I had on one occasion was with ... Read More
Meeting people
You will find various threads of information on this site and there are a number of people who live in Flic en Flac, Tamarin and Black River. What are your interests as that might help with people contacting you. Eg sport, yoga,crafts, socializing. ... Read More
Reading Recommendations by newbey
Hello friends, I hope you are all doing well. We have heard from the popular saying that “knowledge is power”. In this respect, I would be extremely grateful if members could share small reviews about books that they have read or are ...
Hi Julien, I saw you comment about SciFi and am sorry to say I don't have any Sci-Fi books with me but I do have some Babylon 5 and Torchwood DVDs. If you want to borrow them let me know. Read More
Foraign Worker Recruit Agent by Rasel Power
Hello Everyone. I am looking For a Foraign worker Recruit agency in mauritius. . Which can help Our company with paper work and processing to recruit Foraign worker's
Capfor have a recruitment section and also offer international relocation services including Occupation Permit application processing. Read More
Moving to Mauritius!
You may find something in the Housing section of the site as sometimes people advertise properties to share. Read More
Moving to Mauritius - what to bring by Lizline
We will be moving to Mauritius soon as my husband was offered a job there. I will stay behind to tie up loose ends and pack. Please offer tips on what to bring? We understand many of the rental houses are furnished(we were told we will be given ...
It is a lot cooler on the plateau than in Grand Baie. Also you may get a bit acclimatised so find that it is cooler than you thought this time next year. Just remember that you might go back to S.Africa (or elsewhere) for a trip in their winter ... Read More
Moving to Mauritius - what to bring by Lizline
We will be moving to Mauritius soon as my husband was offered a job there. I will stay behind to tie up loose ends and pack. Please offer tips on what to bring? We understand many of the rental houses are furnished(we were told we will be given ...
I think that the thing to remember is that you can actually buy most things here. Yes sometimes they are more expensive, other times they are not. Check if your husband is going to get a disturbance allowance so then you know you can just go and ... Read More
Moving to Mauritius - what to bring by Lizline
We will be moving to Mauritius soon as my husband was offered a job there. I will stay behind to tie up loose ends and pack. Please offer tips on what to bring? We understand many of the rental houses are furnished(we were told we will be given ...
Just to reinforce the packing tips. If you are splitting your things between being shipped, stored and remaining in the house - I would ask for labels from the shippers now. Mine never arrived and it was a nightmare trying to do it on the day. ... Read More
Moving to Mauritius - what to bring by Lizline
We will be moving to Mauritius soon as my husband was offered a job there. I will stay behind to tie up loose ends and pack. Please offer tips on what to bring? We understand many of the rental houses are furnished(we were told we will be given ...
When house-hunting last year I found that furnished generally meant set up for long term holiday lets so I could have brought very little. However, it is nice to have some of your own things and obviously the quality may or may not be the same. ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Mauritius means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop ...
You will see a lot of views about where to live in previous topics. Many say the North but personally I prefer the West - Black River / Tamarin - where the scenery is more dramatic and it is less touristy (except for Flic en Flac). Read More
Reading Recommendations by newbey
Hello friends, I hope you are all doing well. We have heard from the popular saying that “knowledge is power”. In this respect, I would be extremely grateful if members could share small reviews about books that they have read or are ...
I am an avid reader of detective and mystery novels. If anyone enjoys them too let me know as I have a collection from various authors e.g. Kathy Reichs, Harry Coben, James Patterson Read More
Moving soon by Timmoon
I'm moving to Mauritius in September, looking forward to starting a new life away from the UK, and hoping to meet some expats when I arrive. all the best Tim
Hello Timmoon There are some meet ups from time to time so keep an eye on the events section. Whereabouts are you planning to live? Read More
looking for a french tutor in Flic en flac. by rushhh
Hi, My name is Jessi and I am from Seoul, S.Korea. I've moved to Mauritius with my husband recently and am looking for a French tutor in Flic en flac. I merely know few words in French, which means I am a total beginner. Since I do not drive, ...
I know someone in Flic en Flac but she is away at the moment. If you want details send me a private message Read More
Adapting to the climate in Mauritius
I love hot weather so have not found it a problem adjusting and as I say to my colleagues, the Mauritian winter on the coast is like a British summer and even the plateau weather is better than when I lived in Yorkshire for several years. Yes the ... Read More
Graduate Job in Mauritius
You don't give any information about your nationality or any work experience. If you have the right to reside and work here then there are graduate opportunities in the ITC sector for graduate engineers . If not it is very difficult unless you ... Read More
Insurance coverage in Mauritius
Hello. As I have transferred with work my medical cover, life insurance is organised by them. For household insurance, all risks, travel insurance I contacted a local broker. Read More
An older single woman wants to move to Mauritius by bingo12
I'm asking for an aunt who has been on holidays to Mauritius and loves it; is fit and active and now is thinking of buying a property and basically moving there by herself to live for the rest of her life. She has traveled a lot - lived in ...
Whilst I am working here, I have met several people who have retired here and enjoy it. As with anywhere new it takes a bit of time to settle in. I am sure that others on the site can share their experience. I think a lot will depend on what your ... Read More
organizing expat night by tina2712
Anyone can suggest/help to organize a get together and dinner among expats. Restaurant La Cle Des Champs is a well known gastronomy restaurant and many expats come there, so i will organize there itself. Reply please
It would be nice to do a restaurant and we could try different ones say once a quarter. We could still do a bbq too. Why not have 2 events? Read More
St. George's Day by PLMH
A very happy St. George's Day to you all! Peter
Missed opportunity for an English get together..... Perhaps next year. Read More
Volunteer opportunities by Chillwill
Hi, I'm studying abroad majoring in psychology and will be in Mauritius for my summer break (4 months). I'm wondering whether there are volunteering opportunities related to my major in Mauritius. Any advice please?
There are quite a few NGOs here but they tend to be very small and don't have the sort of opportunities that you might find in some countries. You could contact la pont du Tamarinier and see if they have something lepontdutamarinier@gmail . com Read More
Any Private or public English Language Schools in Mauritius by Hakimmo
Hi Everybody Any Private or public English Language Schools in Mauritius that offer English Courses for adults
Oops. Sorry in which case try the British Council here. Read More
Any Private or public English Language Schools in Mauritius by Hakimmo
Hi Everybody Any Private or public English Language Schools in Mauritius that offer English Courses for adults
There is the Institut de Français Maurice at Rose Hill. Not sure of anything on the beach but others might. There are lots of French teachers and you could have private tuition. Alternatively there is a French language school in La Reunion ... Read More
Homeopath- Treatment of exzema for 1yo son due to heat
No experience of your particular problem but you could try a pharmacist and see what they can suggest. Read More
Business etiquette in Mauritius by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Mauritius, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
Some initial thoughts. One of the things I have found is that you shake hands with people a lot more even when passing them in the corridor and certainly at the start of meetings. A nod and hello is not sufficient. Then you need to work out who you ... Read More
Best way to look for jobs in Mauritius by Vitoiaco81
Hi everyone, I know that similar posts have been opened in the past, but I feel that the information required is very subjective to one's career experiences/goals. Myself, my wife and two kids are seriously looking at relocating to Mauritius ...
There are specific options about relocating to Mauritius. You can find more information on this site or the Board of Investment website. Puoi mandarmi un messaggio privato e posso darsi altra informazione sulla domanda specifica del lavoro in TP. Read More
What do Mauritians want to Do when they complete education
The ITC sector has lots of jobs for graduates and as many are part of multi nationals career progression is about skills, ability and flexibility. You usually do need good English and French . Read More
How to proceed to RETIRE to Mauritius? Accountant from jo'burg by MORRYBOSS
Hi fellow Mauritians (not Martians) I am a retired Accountant, and want to retire in Mauritius. How do I proceed? Finance no problem. Any help or suggestions will be appreciated. Louis Johannesburg
The idea of coming out here for 6 months first is probably sensible as living here permanently is different to just being on holiday. It would also give you a feeling of which part of the island to live in that suits you ..... you will find a lot ... Read More
Driving license
Did you get an international driving license before you left the US? Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Mauritius by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Mauritius? To help you meet people and find outings in Mauritius, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Mauritius: you can now follow ...
I work close to the Henessey and have heard good reports about the Irish pub Read More
Books exchange by jkev
Having been here 6 months I seem to have built up a bit of a book library (mainly crime and mystery novels). Does anyone know of a book exchange or be interested in swapping?
I live in Black River so the west would be good. Read More
Adequate Salary for living in Mauritius by Lea.SN
Dear all, My name is Lea and I am currently living in the UK. I understand that there is a plenty of discussion in relation to the costs of living in Mauritius; however, I I still need help from those who know the island. I was offered a job in ...
You will find some information on various prices/costs on this website and information about living accommodation, tax, etc. I know a number of people do not have cars here, but public transport in the evening is somewhat limited so you should ... Read More
Any advice appreciated - Moving to mauritius by sassoi
Hi all! I need some help and advice as it appears we are moving to Maurituis in a couple of months.. yikes! I have some questions regarding pre schools for my (nearly) 4 yr old, pregnancy (I'll be 6 months) and hospitals as well as potential ...
You will see lots of different information on the site about where to live and at the end it comes down to personal preference and travel time to Rose Hill. The north is more touristy but has good facilities, shops, restaurants, etc. and the west ... Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
Friday is ok for me Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
sorry that i could not join you but I was working late. Read More
Hello everyone - Expat in Tamarin wants meet ups by Maja_Dz
Hello everyone I moved to Mauritius from Warsaw, Poland with my husband, 2 kids and will be here for at least the next 9 months. We started in the North, but now we are living in Tamarin. My boys (6 and 11) start school next week in WIPS, I am ...
I am from the UK. Where abouts do you live? Read More
Books exchange by jkev
Having been here 6 months I seem to have built up a bit of a book library (mainly crime and mystery novels). Does anyone know of a book exchange or be interested in swapping?
hi Chandravesh Where abouts do you live/work? I have a crime fiction and murder mysteries paperbacks. Read More
Essentials to live in Mauritius by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Mauritius, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Mauritius? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Apart from personal preferences, the answer to this might depend upon your nationality and home country. For me there are 7 things:- decent milk double cream or clotted cream decafinated tea Green & Black's dark chocolate Ambi pur 3 ... Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
Thursday is a good evening for me. What about you others? Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
Since the weather is not good and the government has advised businesses to close tonight is not really an option. Are we better at going for a day next week when the weather will hopefully be better? Read More
hello. coming to mauritius for holidays. by Ingreet
am very excited to be holidaying soon in the beautiful island. would appreciate any suggestions while in mauritius, where to stay, what to vist, what to see, food?, people? cu all soon
It would help if you say what sort of thing you like to do and if you plan to rent car. Also do you want a hotel or self catering. Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
Friday night is good for me Read More
Mosquitos by gssilemaurice
Hello again What do people do about them? We have used repellant from Boots Chemist but it actually seems to attract the little b@$/@£#s rather than repell them. Also indoors, we keep the air con running at night and the windows closed but ...
I have not suffered to the same degree as some other places but i am normally at work at dusk which is often the worst time of the day. The Boots stuff is 50% Deet and you really need 100%. You can buy Repel 100 in some places and on-line but I ... Read More
Books exchange
Having been here 6 months I seem to have built up a bit of a book library (mainly crime and mystery novels). Does anyone know of a book exchange or be interested in swapping? Read More
Which bank? by FranglaiseMummy
Hi all, Sorry for multiple posting - I've got lots of questions and I thought it would be easier (for me and for other people looking for the same information) to break it down per subject matter! (Hope that's ok.) My husband, daughters ...
As an HSBC customer in the UK I had every intention of opening an account here. After a frustrating month and umpteen phone calls and still no account I went into MCB at Black River and opened an account within an hour including internet banking and ... Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
just to confirm i am too Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
Since Genevieve cannot do Thursday and Monday is a public holiday, what about Wednesday evening? Read More
Hello everyone - Expat in Tamarin wants meet ups by Maja_Dz
Hello everyone I moved to Mauritius from Warsaw, Poland with my husband, 2 kids and will be here for at least the next 9 months. We started in the North, but now we are living in Tamarin. My boys (6 and 11) start school next week in WIPS, I am ...
does someone want to set up an "event" Read More
Volunteer jobs/ translating courses by Max971
Hi everyone, I am Max from the Caribbean and I moved here in late August 2015. I am French and Australian. I would like to get a volunteer job and also to take translating courses. All ideas are welcome and thank you in advance for replying.
If you like dogs you might try PAWS Best of luck Read More
Craft groups - Flic en Flac, Tamarin? by Natalie1177
Hi, Was just wondering if anybody was aware of any craft groups in Flic en Flac or Tamarin. They're quite popular in the UK and was wondering if anybody had started something like this up here or was aware of any taking place.....? Thanks in ...
I would love to come too but can't do a Tuesday evening as I go to Rotary. Jenny Read More