Shyam
@spangles
English expat in Mauritius
Forum posts
28
Contacts
3
About me
English
Lives in Floreal
Speaks English, French
Registration: 05 June 2013
Notice to all expats by spangles
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] [b]Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000.[/b] You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ...
Glad you had a nice experience with them for the last 14 years...I hope you did not buy a vehicle in such a bad shape you needed their services that often for the last 14 years? Towing at 11.30pm or 3 am...if that's what your membership fee is for ... Read More
Notice to all expats by spangles
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] [b]Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000.[/b] You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ...
Hello Estherkw! Glad my little adventure today is useful to you :) Don't hesitate to share any mishaps with local companies. It will be more than useful to all of us so that we don't fuel those dodgy companies and avoid falling for the same scams. Read More
Notice to all expats
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000. You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ... Read More
Whats the easiest way to get a job as a foreigner in Mru? by enitram
Hei guys! Scrolling up and down the myjob.mu site and so on, it seems pretty difficult to get a job in this beautiful island as a foreigner.. Im sure there are plenty of us out there who would love some "inside-input" on how to be able to live the ...
you're welcome! I might be able to hook you up with the hr who deals with the branch here but I don't know to what extent that person is allowed to take on someone who's already here on an expat contract. I'll ping the person and see what comes out ... Read More
Cable Providers in Mauritius
Hello Shameem and welcome to the forum I've got Canal+ and to be honest it's a bit poo specially with all the progs being in french. Sounds so wrong when watching discovery channels. I'm looking at DSTV as well and you'll find all the details of ... Read More
Whats the easiest way to get a job as a foreigner in Mru? by enitram
Hei guys! Scrolling up and down the myjob.mu site and so on, it seems pretty difficult to get a job in this beautiful island as a foreigner.. Im sure there are plenty of us out there who would love some "inside-input" on how to be able to live the ...
Heya weenat Welcome to the forum! From what I've been told, it's better to be employed by a company based in eu that's got a branch/office on the island than going with local companies. If I'm not mistaking, Sky has a branch here for their customer ... 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 ...
gees lots of acid on this thread. Read More
Smartphone For Sale
might be better posted in the classified section... Read More
Scooter (125 cc) to sell
Leaving paradise?! What madness is that :| Read More
Buy a supply of termiticide by gpc
where can I buy a supply of termiticide in Mauritius please thanks
Borate acid is very effective against termites. If you don't have access to that, use rosemary oil, oil of citrus extracts like orange oil or limonene which are very effective as well and a natural alternative to petro chemical based termiticides. Read More
cat medicine
Erm veterinary is your best bet I think. I don't think over the counter meds are available for pets. You'll find a list of veterinary on here http://www.teleservices.mu/fr/yellowpages/listing.php?heading=0000000339 Hope that helps! Read More
Not so late intro by spangles
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ...
Hey pixie! Thanks for the offer. Will sure swing by one of these weekends along with another expat or two. The more the merrier! Was at tamarin yesterday. How do you guys manage with the temperature there? AC 24/7? Also was looking for surfing ... Read More
purchasng hotel in mauritius by gsquarecontinental
lukng any indian architect r n e one2 guide us v r prchsng hotel in mauritius
Is this a joke? For one, what would an architect be of any use to you if you have not acquired or leased an appropriate site already along with the necessary permit? Btw does it need to be an indian architect? They all work to the same standard you ... Read More
Good morning Mauritius!
Haha hey that's me! Always upbeat no matter what except if the ship is sinking then it's time to panic titanic style :lol: Read More
On a 21 days tourist visa in Mauritius but like to live here... by arshadsethi
Hello Everyone! I am from Pakistan and On a 21 days tourist visa in Mauritius. I know how to extend my visa and stay here a bit longer but I really like it here and would like to spend the rest of my life here. Kindly please let me know what are ...
Train crash in slow motion... Read More
Moving to Mauritius
Hey Oli! I think there's quite a few brits down here although I have not met any yet as I've just found out about this site. I've moved from the big smoke to here a year ago. There should be an expat meetup every now and then so keep yourself ... Read More
Not so late intro by spangles
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ...
Thanks Jules! Oh wow that was a warm welcome from the rest :rolleyes: Read More
Investors required for an Ayurvedic Spa in Mauritius by jgjohn
hey I am looking for an investor to invest in an ayurvedi Spa based at mauritius. Approximate investment US$ 150000 ROI 50% and one year. Please revert if any one interested regards Jaiji
I wonder how many "highly profitable businesses" we can find on the internet ...Haha exactly my thoughts. 50pc ROI :lol: Scam written all over it. Tsk! Read More
Not so late intro
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ... Read More
vist visa
visit visa? nah...you need to have hotel booked, your visa in order and a return ticket. Read More
Musician/photographer looking for new friends by Chappers
Hello everyone. I recently moved to Mauritius from Manchester following my marriage to my Mauritian girlfriend. I am looking for English-speaking people to hang out with. I am currently living in the north (Mon Choisy). Holla back!
Sorry mate...you're slightly off the map so to speak. A nightmare to get to mont choisy with the traffic! But hey, can always meet up for a pint at caudan perhaps? Probably best if there's a group of us from here. Read More
Good morning Mauritius!
And it's another beautiful day, the traffic is mental, the drivers are crazy, my broadband still slowband but hey who cares, I'll be at the beach by 5pm! Have a good day everyone :D Read More