MelissaL
German expat in Mauritius
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Registration: 22 March 2009
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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 ...
Keno it confirms what I was saying earlier. I don't want to be sound negative but from my experience a petition to the Prime Minister won't help much. 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 ...
Donna, some things can be very slow in Mauritius but trust me it could be worse. I was angry more than once when I was living in Mauritius and I had to live in another african country to realise that it could be worse. The subject is very sensitive ... 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 ...
No decision had been made yet. The fact that the dog which attacked the kids a few months ago has attacked someone again and has been put down will not help the process. I am afraid that authorities will decide against the importation of dogs to ... Read More
Culture and crime rate in mauritius by tarunhshah
01 working days time in mauratiaus ( 5 days week / 6 days week ) 02 crime rate 03 culture 04 is vegetarian food is amply available ?
Dear Tarunhshah, In case you did not notice, this forum is a friendly one with expats finding some time to help other expats. So a minimum of courtesy is required. Do not expect anyone to reply to your questions. It is very offensive to post a ... Read More
Ladies of a Certain Age! by donna4rich
Hi! I've seen lots of posts from young mums looking for friends but is there no one of my 'certain age' (50 shhhhhh!) looking for friends? I love mixing with younger people but would dearly love to have some friends of my age too! We have just as ...
Hi Donna, As Catherinedp mentioned just go to a meet up and you will make friends. Don't focus on age as you will see that you will meet lots of nice people from all age. Stay open. Cheers Melissa Read More
Antibiotics without a prescription? by Julian09
Is it possible to buy antibiotics at pharmacies without a prescription? Also, where is it possible to get vaccinations, such as for Yellow Fever? Thanks.
I did my yellow fever vaccination two months ago and was told that it was only done at the Mutual Aid. Sachin do keep us posted please. Read More
Antibiotics without a prescription? by Julian09
Is it possible to buy antibiotics at pharmacies without a prescription? Also, where is it possible to get vaccinations, such as for Yellow Fever? Thanks.
Sachin are you sure ? Yellow fever vaccinations are normaly done in Port Louis on Wednesday mornings at the Mutual Aid Centre. I don't think that it can be done anywhere else. Please correct me if I am wrong. Read More
Mauritius excluded from TOP 100 best countries in the World... by richdaddy
This is just sad. Mauritius pride itself to be the star and key of the Indian Ocean, the success story that African countries can inspire to, the "Singapore" of the region, the "destination de luxe" (luxury destination) for the rich & famous and yet ...
Just saw this topic. And yes as a mauritian I agree with it! Read More
Cost of living in Rwanda by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Rwanda. Don't forget to mention where in Rwanda you are living. How much does it cost to live in Rwanda? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus ...
My answers below. I am living in Kigali. How much does it cost to live in Rwanda? > accommodation prices : It depends on the area and the size of the house. Between USD 500 to USD 3000. But be ready to pay a lot if you want a nice house with ... Read More
Fresh Milk by JohnMartinB
Hello everybody. Is fresh milk readily available on the island?
Mark SKC Surat is also at that rounabout... isn't it the same ? Read More
Puppy needs a home by CanadianNomad
Hi everyone, I was walking through the cane fields and came across a little puppy who was obviously malnutritioned. Thinking Mom would be back soon, I checked on the little boy for a couple days often, and there was no sign of Mom. Not to ...
Woaw!!! Thanks Scott for your big heart!!:) Read More
Fresh Milk by JohnMartinB
Hello everybody. Is fresh milk readily available on the island?
John my best bet is try the SKC Surat one. Pasterised and homogenised. Read More
Please remember ... you're not on a dating forum ! by Julien
Hi, recently the Cairo forum has been taken over by a group of people looking for dates... but Íæż½ã½ã is not a dating site ! This forum is dedicated to expatriates and their adventures in Cairo. You are very welcome to exchange about the way to ...
I receive some random private messages from male members but just ignore them. Maybe there could be a "report user" function ? Read More
Fresh Milk by JohnMartinB
Hello everybody. Is fresh milk readily available on the island?
Hi there, SKC SURAT produces fresh full fat milk. You can buy it in Super U for approx mur 35-45. I simply love this milk!! Read More