Cara Kahn
South African expat in Mauritius
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About me
South African
Lives in Grand Baie, Riviأ¨re du Re
Speaks English African
Registration: 16 August 2016
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Pet sitters available in between March to August! by Guest903242
My husband and I are interested in visiting Mauritius for a few + months and are hoping to be able to house and/or pet sit. We are have been expats in Zanzibar for the past 7 years and in East Africa since 2003. We are used to all of the ...
hi , sorry I am not sure of anyone who can help you those dates Read More
RAW VEGAN FOOD by sandrine-mathide
Good day to all I just would like to know if there is some RAW VEGAN place in Mauritius island? If there is not do you thing that a small RAW CAFE should be welcome? Thanks for your inputs Sandrine
Hi Sandrine Yes Grand Baie is the tourist area... come and have a look and see what works best for you. Definitely go to eatwithfingers and see what they are doing. Love Cara Read More
Feedback on moving to Mauritius from South africa by Leande
Hi Fellow South Africans I would like to find out if you are happy with your decision to move from South Africa to Mauritius ? We are a family of three (7 month old baby) aged 30 that are looking to relocate there Any suggestions on areas ? Or ...
Well said , we have almost been here a year also and exactly how it had been for us . Read More
RAW VEGAN FOOD by sandrine-mathide
Good day to all I just would like to know if there is some RAW VEGAN place in Mauritius island? If there is not do you thing that a small RAW CAFE should be welcome? Thanks for your inputs Sandrine
Hi Sandrine There is vegan and it’s definitely getting more and more popular. Raw vegan would be amazing. Where would you be based because that’s the biggest thing. You need to be situated where there are customers. Regards Cara Read More
bringing my basset into Maurtius from South Africa by damodugis
i have been doing enquiries about bringing my dog into Mauritius with me - he is a basset cross and still young all his shots are up to date we have not had any rabies outbreaks for a long time. I am getting mixed answers with my request and ...
Hi I brought my Labrador and 2 cats over 4 months ago. The most important stuff needs to be done on that side and you need an agent to help you with that. I used Global paws also and they were amazing. The rabies injections and blood draws are ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Mauritius, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
Hi Sam It's pretty much the same , my kids where not at private school in SA. But I do know the fees that they asking. Xx Read More
Pet sitters available in between March to August! by Guest903242
My husband and I are interested in visiting Mauritius for a few + months and are hoping to be able to house and/or pet sit. We are have been expats in Zanzibar for the past 7 years and in East Africa since 2003. We are used to all of the ...
Hello , are you still Looking at coming to Mauritius ? I need pet sitters the beginning of August. Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Mauritius, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
They do have a few look on the Northfields page on fb Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Mauritius, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
Hi Jacques We have just moved here from Cape Town also. I assume that you are thinking of working at Northfields ? Both my kids are at school there and loving it. Super happy to help with any questions you may have. Regards Cara Read More
Barber shop in Grand Baie area? by Werner_West
Hey guys, I need to go for a haircut but have no idea where to go or how much these generally cost... Typical short on the sides, slightly longer on top with an even blend type of cut. Any suggestions? I live in Pereybere and work in ...
Did you find a good place to go for your haircut ?? We are here now and the people need trims ?? Read More
Bringing Pets to Mauritius from South Africa by Cara Kahn
Hi I have a Labrador and 2 cats that I would like to bring to Mauritius. Is this possible and how would I go about it ? Thank you regards Cara
Also cost me between R50k and R60k to bring 2 cats and 1 dog. They have been in quarantine for 2 weeks now.... hoping to get them out soon Read More
Staffordshire Bull Terrier banned???? by PeterOrsmond
Please tell me that Staffordshire Bull Terrier's are not still on the list of banned pets? We have 2 and starting a business next year in Mauritius. Hopefully this is still not in force? anyone have any feedback on that?
As far as I know it is , my friend who recently moved here had to rehome her pitbull. Very Kak Read More
Mauritius with kids by Easternsun
Hi all! We are a married couple with kids, ages 1 and 4. I'm Argentinian and my husband is American. We have lived in Hong Kong for the past 3 years. Now, my husband has the opportunity to get a job flying in Mauritius. We are excited as the ...
Hi We have recently moved here and so far I am finding it wonderful. Our kids are age 9 and 13 and they are very happy here. We have moved from South Africa so in my opinion it's much safer than there. It seems from what I hear like petty ... Read More
Surfing Buddies/Advice needed in Mauritius by Santone Lange
Hi All I recently moved to Mauritius from South Africa (Cape Town) and am still busy settling in. I will be here for 3 years (or more ïپٹ ). I am really keen to get in the water and do some surfing. I have done some research on the surf spots ...
And I have a husband and son in the same position. They are super keen to surf or even paddle. Our container arrives next week with long and short boards and SUPs. We also have just bought a Hyundai H1 bus so have space. So let's keep in touch Read More
Lost in Mauritius by jennifer soobhug
Hello everyone; I'm Jennifer from Congo. My husband and I newly settle in Mauritius. He is Mauritian but left the country 20 years back and was coming just for breif visit to say hi to parents. Kids and I were so excited to shift here. But ...
Maybe you should try and send them to Northfields rather ? It's a great school and English speaking. We have just moved and are very very happy here. I have 2 kids and they speak no French at all. Read More