Biggy
Malaysian expat in South Africa
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Pregnancy in Botswana
Hi, Would love to know info on being pregnant in Maun please. Many Thanks Read More
Looking for an Apartment or house in Gaborone
Hi, do you know of any housing agents online where I can look for houses to rent in Maun ? Do you know of how much they'd cost roughly, a house with a pool in a security complex ? Many thanks :) Read More
Please can you help with living info in Nairobi :) Thnx
Thanks all the info Rohit.Eleazer. Really appreciate you taking time to reply to my post. Sorry for the delay, been away. Read More
Please can you help with living info in Nairobi :) Thnx
Hi all, Was wondering if you could help provide me with details on living and expenses in Nairobi please... Wanted to find out how much rental of houses are in a gated community (preferably with a swimming pool), utility bills, costs of food, ... Read More
English protestant church by rross
Hi Are there any English protestant churches on the island?
Yes there's the Black River Church in Tamarin. http://blackriverchurch.com/ Read More
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
Hey mom2cc, might be better to purchase a car than rent, all depending how long your staying here for. Think rentals are not worth it as its similar to paying monthly for a vehicle that you've bought. Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi... Tiny Wonder, hope your getting on well. In regards to the meet ups, the furthest I can go is if down South East area like Blue Bay way, but up to your sides is too far for me as its more than an hours drive and don't think its a wise idea as ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi Ladies! Frenchie, my raging hormones are okay until I get behind the wheel! Haha.. road rage :) jokes.. Nah my hormones are up and down but on a whole its good so far. Touch wood :) Goodluck on your move, look forward to meeting you. How ... Read More
I'm coming to live the dream next week. . . by Cliffy
Hello, I will be arriving on the 26th July to start work on the 27th july. My wife and child will be joining me in September. She will need a car, has anybody got any tips on the best way to go about getting a car. Is it better to buy one or rent ...
Hi Cliffy, The car dealership we got our ride from is called Espace Auto and its at Phoenix where Jumbo supermarket is. The contact you should speak to is Azad. The telephone number is 698 1919. Just mention Bighi referred you :) Let me know how ... Read More
Baby necessities by Frenchie2010
Hi Ladies, It looks like we are going to move quicker than we thought with our little girl who just turned 8 months! Would any one like to let me know where to find baby basic necessities: formula, liquid formula, and what brands are available, ...
:) yeh will definitely have to join in on that. How's life in Dubai FeeAcer? Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Yeh got it back yesterday :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi! Irish beach girl, yup I'm good for wednesday morning. What time? Where abouts in Tamarin? Thats great that 2Beans can join us. Maple, coming? Jea Jea, you ok with this? Neave, hello! When are you due in October? I'm also pregnant, due ... Read More
Baby necessities by Frenchie2010
Hi Ladies, It looks like we are going to move quicker than we thought with our little girl who just turned 8 months! Would any one like to let me know where to find baby basic necessities: formula, liquid formula, and what brands are available, ...
Hi Frenchie, Homesick huh.. To be honest I have felt homesick for the few times when my friends have come down from abroad and gone back but that's normal and mostly due to the fact that I'm pregnant and have raging hormones! haha! Reckon its coz' ... Read More
Baby necessities by Frenchie2010
Hi Ladies, It looks like we are going to move quicker than we thought with our little girl who just turned 8 months! Would any one like to let me know where to find baby basic necessities: formula, liquid formula, and what brands are available, ...
Hi Frenchie, There are various shops here where you can get the baby products, like Londonway, Kaddyplus, Shoprite, Spar, Game, Meem (baby store) etc ... Nappies sold here are Pampers, Huggies and some other french brands (don't recall what their ... Read More
I'm coming to live the dream next week. . . by Cliffy
Hello, I will be arriving on the 26th July to start work on the 27th july. My wife and child will be joining me in September. She will need a car, has anybody got any tips on the best way to go about getting a car. Is it better to buy one or rent ...
Hi Cliffy, We moved to Mauritius in mid-december from London and shipped stuff from there too. If you need, I'll dig out the name of the company we used and details. By the way, its definitely best to buy a car instead of renting. We bought one ... Read More
Pets and Quarantine by Nathalie0805
hi everyone, We have decided to move to Mauritius for the beginning of the school year September 2011 so we still have time but I like to be organised so my question is as follows. 3 months seems to be an awfully long time to leave my dog and my cat ...
Hi Nathalie, We moved to Mauritius in mid-december and flew down from London, UK with our dog. Our dog only had to be in quarantine for 1 month(think this is the same if you come from anywhere in Europe), unlike if you come from SA. We visited him ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hello all! Just typed a long post and lost it all! How annoying! Arghh... Irish Beach girl, I am so up for meeting at QLC next week. Car is in the workshop at the moment but should get it back in time. Any day is good with me. Will let you know if ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hello again... Jeajea is up for meeting up as well. Wednesday suits her best. That's good for me. Location Floreal Square is good for us both. Timing ? Hopefully there's more ladies/ kiddies to join. Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hey there Maple, Floreal Square sounds good to me. I'm more familiar with the area now :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi mommies! Hope alls well and enjoying the cooling weather :) Think our meet up has been long overdo. Anyone keen on meeting up at some point next week or ? Mel Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hiyee... Ya definitely here if you need :) Think there's 6 of us so far. Look forward to tomorrow :) B Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Ah ok. Will keep that date in mind JeaJea. Looks like next week may not go ahead as no responses. Flexible with dates :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hello Ladies! Hope alls well with you & your babies :) Was wondering whether anyone would be up for meeting up next week Wednesday at either Lite Bar or the other cafe (Maple suggested, just behind Lite Bar) at Trianon or any other venue.... ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Was nice meeting you JeaJea & the rest of the ladies :) I need to learn french! :) Can't wait for the next meet up... Hope Felix is feeling better, 2Beans. Sorry to not see you there Van123. Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
I don't know if there's high chairs there but yes we could delay the meeting time if you want? Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Here's the directions JeaJea... The cafe, LITE BAR, is part of a small health and fitness club. It is at the back of the Pride mark/ Mr Bricolage shopping Center (Emerald Park Shopping Center, which is down the road from Shoprite). Basically, ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
I only know how to drive to the high street of Curepipe and don't know how to drive to Beau Vallon yet. Hopefully soon I'll be well familiar with it :) However, 11am Wednesday 12th @ Lite bar sounds good for me. Jeajea, can you make this? Hope ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Its not confirmed yet but hopefully it'll be next week. Waiting for everyone to agree a day :) Ladies? Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Of course you can join :) The more the merrier. Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi all, Wednesday is good for me. In fact, any weekday apart from Tuesday morning is good for me. Might be worth sending private messages for now to those that were interested previously in the baby meet up, as they probably don't log on and see ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi Maple, guessed that much that you and others were busy/ did not see these messages before. Lite bar is nice. Definitely recommend going there again. Plus, its an ideal location for me. Guessing its central for everyone coming from all parts as ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hiyee.. Hope alls well. Would love to meet up but can't do this week. Am busy with my girlfriend before she heads back to London. As for parks, I have no idea where there is one. Know of the cafe where Irishbeach girl & I went to which has a ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi Van! Welcome back! :) Would be great to have you join the next group meet up (whenever it is). Unfortunately, only Irishbeach girl & I met up on Monday at the little cafe behind Pride Mark (the cafe was really nice by the way. Definitely ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hiyeee... I'm up for it. I'm good for Mondays. Tuesday, I may not be able to between 9-12. But free after. Will be bringing my girlfriend who's visiting from London, hope that's okay. By the way, is this cafe where Pride Mark shopping area is? ... Read More
Learning French in Mauritius by Natalya Hovsepyan
Please tell me where can I lean French in Mauritius? It can be a private tutor or a language school. Does anyone has any contacts? What are approximate prices? I thank you very much in advance for a reply. As we already formed a group and are ...
Hi there, Where is Bell Village located? Thanks Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Was really nice meeting all of you too! Had a great time. Definitely look forward to the next meet up. Just hope its in a place I can find :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi Irish Beach girl, Sorry for the delay in getting back. Ummm... I don't know where the Shell petrol station is on the highway. I think if I attempt to find my way to Floreal Square, I will get lost. Asked my hubby if he knew but he doesn't know ... Read More
Music shops/ music instruments? by Biggy
Hi all, Looking to pick up a musical instrument (guitar) but can't seem to find a music shop in Mauritius. Anyone know a good one ? Thanks alot
Hey External, Thanks for that. Haven't seen them but I'll go check it out :) Read More
Music shops/ music instruments?
Hi all, Looking to pick up a musical instrument (guitar) but can't seem to find a music shop in Mauritius. Anyone know a good one ? Thanks alot Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
I haven't been there but sort of know where Mr Bricolage/Pride Mark is. And to be honest, I know how to drive there instead of Curepipe. haha... I might get lost driving to Curepipe. So would need mobile numbers before we meet. Trianon is better for ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
1 Maple1 2 Irish beach girl 3 Biggy Same place, you all met up last time? Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Cool! I'm free all weekdays except Tuesday next week. Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi all, I can't make this week. Getting new ride this weekend. Will be able to make next week. :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Awww thanks Irish beach girl for the directions. Can't wait to come join. Have a great time today ladies. Hope to see you soon. Let us know when the next meet up is k... M Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi all, I won't be able to make it this time either due to transport issues. But reckon that'll be resolved by end of the month. Irish Beach girl: could you give me directions to Floreal Sq please just for future as I've never been there before. ... Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi Veruska, Ah ok cool re venue. Awww thanks re pick up point. Thats so sweet, would love that :) Either that or I'll get my hubby to drop me off before his work. As for date, place and time (10:30 am?), all good to me. :cool: Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi again, Not quite sure where the cafe your talking about is. I may (if lucky) get my car by then. Hopefully I can come. Anytime/ weekday is good for me except Tuesdays (for now). :) Read More
baby meet ups? by Irish Beach girl
Hello Forum I am due a baby this April, my first. Myself and my husband are quite new to Mauritius, just 3 months and we do not have many friends yet. I am wondering does anyone know of any mother and baby groups that are meeting? I would love to ...
Hi there ladies! I'm definitely interested in joining your group meet ups. Reckon it'd be great as I have only been in the country for about 2 months. We have come from London but I'm Malaysian and my hubby is South African. I am only 13 weeks ... Read More