Christel S.
Malagasy expat in Mauritius
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Malagasy
Registration: 21 April 2012
looking for a job/eco-tourism partners
Hi Saul! What do you mean by "small eco-tourism project" ? Read More
Driving license and new points system by aakayb
Hi all, I have a UK driving license. I have a resident permit and have been living in Mauritius for about a year. Have heard recently that Mauritius will implement a points system shortly for driving offences and you need to get a counterpart ...
Oh my god, it sounds like such a huge mess! I have never had any problems with my foreign driving license. I did go to the Barracks in Port Louis once, where they noted my license number and told me it was fine!! Why ask for trouble if I don't have ... Read More
Marine Biologist by Rosiewestie
Hi All, I know a job search should be put in the other job search section but this is a question I need advice on :) My friend is a Marine Biologist and has been all over the World, she is now living in Italy and would like to come to ...
How about Eco Sud? http://www.ecosud.mu/lagonbleu/index-eng.htm Read More
Where to find organic/natural products?
There is one called Axios. If not mistaken there is one in Floreal and also in Grand Baie. The number in Grand Baie is 263 5072, maybe they can tell you if there is a store near you. They have an array of dried and fresh product, beauty products and ... Read More
TENNIS/Gyms
Hi All, Thanks so much for the responses. We have chosen Riverland as it seems to have the most to offer our entire family. Tennis for everyone, soccer (football) for my husband, judo for our son, and classes for me! Great ... Read More
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 ...
Thanx, I'll go check it out and will invite you for an Italian style fish meal. Including oysters of course, and a crash course on how to open them. Silvano :)Yay! Here is their phone number, 240 9216. Terence, I also found some live crabs there. Read More
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 ...
Hi Silvano, I know of one store in Port Louis where they sell all types of fresh local seafood. I have already tried their live crawfish, zourite, lobsters and they were all absolutely delicious. On Friday I bought some shrimps and saw some ... 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, ...
The first thing I ever appreciated in Mauritius is that when I forget my French words I can speak English, and vice versa, and no one would mind! Read More
Looking girlfriends or couples to spend nice time with by Monsa
Hello I am Moonika, 34 years old lady from Estonia I am living @ Costal Road, Tamarin. Quite often i spend time also @ north, Bain Boeuf, Cap Malheureux (but of course all other areas are also OK) Looking friends to spend nice time together ...
hi how are you ? what do you do in mru for how long will you be in mruSure girlfriend! When are you available to go shopping and chat about lipstick? :dumbom: Read More
Does anyone need compost?
Hi Luis, thank you. Any tips for good compost welcome. Is panchagavaya also used as a natural pesticide? Read More
Does anyone need compost?
I am sick of throwing away my vegetable and fruit peels and other excellent composting items in the trash. I don't have any planting space, so I don't need compost, but am more than happy to give compost to people with a garden! When I was in a ... Read More
WHO'S THE BEST?! by CourtinUSVI
Good Morning! We have been in Mauritius just over 2 weeks now. I am in DESPERATE need of a good haircut and highlights (we've been travelling the last three months and I haven't had anything done to my hair since we left!) I do not care where the ...
The best is highly subjective! I found mine two years ago and still travel to Port Louis to cut my hair even if I don't live there anymore. Layered bob, I wear my hair without any products and he knows! Read More
29th/30th september Week end cleaning ile aux Benitiers + Art by Laurent1967
Moving into Action! As part of our actions to connect more with Nature and protect our Natural World- Planning of regular activities in Nature including walks, picnics, cleaning the beaches, planting for future generations, talks on indigenous ...
Mmm... nice, some volunteering group!! I am definitely in for nature walks, picnics, planting for future generations, talks on indigenous plants, and others! Just not sure about picking other people's trash, I see people throw things from their car ... Read More
29th/30th september Week end cleaning ile aux Benitiers + Art by Laurent1967
Moving into Action! As part of our actions to connect more with Nature and protect our Natural World- Planning of regular activities in Nature including walks, picnics, cleaning the beaches, planting for future generations, talks on indigenous ...
Mmm... nice, some volunteering group!! I am definitely in for nature walks, picnics, planting for future generations, talks on indigenous plants, and others! Just not sure about picking other people's trash, I see people throw things from their car ... Read More
To be paid in US dollars or Mauritian Rupees?
This is a question that has already been posted both in the English and the French forums. I think some people have chosen to be paid partly in rupees and partly in dollars. Rupees for spending here. Read More
Where are the gaps in the Mauritius market?? by Donnaboby
Hi everyone. I live in Uk but born in Zimbabwe. Visited Mauritius a while ago and fell in love with the place. I have dreamt of living there for the past 8 years but that's all it's been .. A dream. But with my work in corporate world getting more ...
I think it is one of the things you have to see for yourself! Good luck! Read More
Learning Mandarin in Mauritius by Christel S.
Hello, Does anyone know where to find accelerated Chinese Mandarin courses in Mauritius?
Hi Loretta, I ended up buying a book that I listen to in the car, because the lessons were too far away from me. Sure, once I learn more than the basics, I will be happy to practice with you! Read More
Paddlebaording!
Hi Starr, Yes, I have seen that. It looks like fun too... Do people just go out on their own or is it a school / club? Read More
Paddlebaording!
Hi Courtney! Do you mean stand up paddle boarding? We did stand up paddle boarding starting in Trou d'Eau Douce and ending up in Ile aux Cerfs. We had lots of fun. We went with a kitesurf school called Kite Surf Paradise. Very professional. 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 ...
Hi Disha! Was it easy to learn Thai? How about writing? Creole is important. The government has put so much emphasis on it that it is being learnt at several schools now. There is even creole dictionary now. Like all other languages Hindi, ... Read More
Guitar lessons by Christel S.
Who is the best person to give guitar lessons in Mauritius?
Merci pour vos reponses encourageantes, oui je vais contacter le Conservatoire Francois Mitterrand, je crois qu'ils ont des centres un peu partout maintenant. Aujourd'hui j'ai vu dans les journaux qu'il y avait aussi des Centres de Formations ... Read More
Looking for an accommodation in the North by kokooli
Hi everybody, at the end of August I'll come to Mauritius to live and to work there. So I'm looking for a quiet and inexpensive refurnished accommodation with a fast internet connection (4M) in Pereybere or Grand Baie. If you can help me, please ...
Dietmar, here is something I just found on internet speed in Mauritius. There is a petition for people to sign to ask Mauritius Telecom to enhance internet speed up to advertised ... Read More
Guitar lessons
Who is the best person to give guitar lessons in Mauritius? Read More
Looking for an accommodation in the North by kokooli
Hi everybody, at the end of August I'll come to Mauritius to live and to work there. So I'm looking for a quiet and inexpensive refurnished accommodation with a fast internet connection (4M) in Pereybere or Grand Baie. If you can help me, please ...
Silvia, I am not sure if your PM feature works yet, so I'll also share on here. There really is an overwhelming number of rental villas or apartments in Grand Baie / Pereybere. The best solution I can think of is to move to a place for a week or a ... Read More
Co-operative farming. by Sangita.Bapat
Hi Everybody, I am new to this site and new to place also(madagascar). I am nature lover. I to would like to share with you people. We can form co-operative farming society entry to nature lovers only. Any body interested ? please share your IDEAs ...
If you want I can start by looking into similar communities which already have been built. I know of one at the outskirt of Portland Oregon, a city that is worldly renown for its eco-responsible ways. I am sure there are a few communities like that ... Read More
Looking for an accommodation in the North by kokooli
Hi everybody, at the end of August I'll come to Mauritius to live and to work there. So I'm looking for a quiet and inexpensive refurnished accommodation with a fast internet connection (4M) in Pereybere or Grand Baie. If you can help me, please ...
Yes, sure but... Have you ever tried looking at your actual internet speed?? Read More
Co-operative farming. by Sangita.Bapat
Hi Everybody, I am new to this site and new to place also(madagascar). I am nature lover. I to would like to share with you people. We can form co-operative farming society entry to nature lovers only. Any body interested ? please share your IDEAs ...
I would like to learn more too please! Read More
Loving, Adorable Male Dog - needs a home as we are leaving the Island by GuestPoster1992
5 months ago we rescued a wonderful loving dog, who was starving and wandering the streets. He has a fantastic and loving temperament and is great with childrenn. He goes joggin with us every morning. He is approx 8 months old has been nutered ...
Wow, that's a bit harsh... Well I went to Paws last week end, it looks like the dogs are having fun playing amongst themselves and there are people who take care of them. I don't know how long they can keep them though. :-( Read More
Seeking Musicians to Collaborate with :) by Nomadica
Hello All, I am a singer/ songwriter seeking an artist to help me to musically bring my lyrics off of the page and into listeners ears! if you have interest, please respond and include your instrument that you play or Software that you use. I have ...
That sounds really fun! Does anyone know of a regular get together in the north? I don't play an instrument but I can sing and dance! Read More
Certified diving school by Christel S.
Hi everyone, does any of you know what the best diving schools are around here? I am looking for internationally certifies ones, of course, safety being an important issue!
Thank you both! I think my boyfriend and I will really enjoy that. Once you have dived a few times, what are your favorite diving places? And where do you get affordable diving equipment? 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 ...
In Mauritius it is pretty safe. Of course, no going out in isolated areas at night, like everywhere else. Also, if they are staying in an individual house close to the beach, to be a little careful about where they put valuables because these houses ... Read More
Looking for an accommodation in the North by kokooli
Hi everybody, at the end of August I'll come to Mauritius to live and to work there. So I'm looking for a quiet and inexpensive refurnished accommodation with a fast internet connection (4M) in Pereybere or Grand Baie. If you can help me, please ...
I know of a couple of quiet, inexpensive and refurbished accommodations around Grand Baie, although I am not sure any get 4M internet connection! Does anyone in Mauritius get 4M? Read More
Certified diving school
Hi everyone, does any of you know what the best diving schools are around here? I am looking for internationally certifies ones, of course, safety being an important issue! Read More
Volunteering opportunities anyone? by Christel S.
Does anyone know of any volunteering opportunities during the week end? Anything concerning community and nature. For the longest time I have been looking for an opportunity to plant trees, with little success! I have called Wildlife Mauritius ...
Thank you Emilie, I have written you a message! Read More
Volunteering opportunities anyone? by Christel S.
Does anyone know of any volunteering opportunities during the week end? Anything concerning community and nature. For the longest time I have been looking for an opportunity to plant trees, with little success! I have called Wildlife Mauritius ...
Thank you Emilie! Have you tried volunteering for any of them? Read More
Mountain Climbing,camping and photography by jungleonyx
Hi everyone,I am Onyx just want to know if there are groups there that love mountain climbing and photography coz i'm interested to join and do some photography for the beautiful mountains in mauritius....cheers! :D
Hi Onyx, they both do have Facebook pages: facebook.com/ican.tropic facebook.com/groups/32466514952/ I haven't tried Vertical World yet, thanks Kavish! They also have a Facebook page: facebook.com/verticalworldadventures I hope we will see you ... Read More
Volunteering opportunities anyone? by Christel S.
Does anyone know of any volunteering opportunities during the week end? Anything concerning community and nature. For the longest time I have been looking for an opportunity to plant trees, with little success! I have called Wildlife Mauritius ...
Thank you Dee! I will try that! Read More
Volunteering opportunities anyone?
Does anyone know of any volunteering opportunities during the week end? Anything concerning community and nature. For the longest time I have been looking for an opportunity to plant trees, with little success! I have called Wildlife Mauritius ... Read More
looking for friends to socialise or to go on nature walk.
Try Pat Loisirs. It is a whole group of people who often go for discovery nature walks. Read More
Night Life in Mauritius
Definitely Grand Baie! Way more options. Buddha Bar is always packed, with a small bar downstairs if you want to hear more tropical music. Great DJ at Enfants Terribles, of course it is a personal opinion... Takka Maka has more of a jet set ... Read More
Anyone (English speakers) interested in a photography course? by Jaden
I have found (well, actually someone on here sent me the leaflet for) a photography course but, after getting in contact with the person who runs it, I am told that it is normally in French which is no good for me. However, he will run an English ...
Hi Jaden! How much is it and when is it? Read More
Mountain Climbing,camping and photography by jungleonyx
Hi everyone,I am Onyx just want to know if there are groups there that love mountain climbing and photography coz i'm interested to join and do some photography for the beautiful mountains in mauritius....cheers! :D
Hi Jungleonyx! So far I have tried Pat Loisirs and Ican, they are both great. Pat Loisirs does hiking and trekking, although a bit fast for my taste, especially if you like to stop often to do photographs. But still a fun group to hang out with. ... Read More
Learning Mandarin in Mauritius by Christel S.
Hello, Does anyone know where to find accelerated Chinese Mandarin courses in Mauritius?
Thank you all for your tips and welcomes! I did contact the Chinese embassy, they do give lessons but only once a week, and not much flexibility! I will try Websun and Dr Pimsleur, who knows, it might just work! Read More
Learning Mandarin in Mauritius
Hello, Does anyone know where to find accelerated Chinese Mandarin courses in Mauritius? Read More