Christel S.
Malagasy expat in Mauritius
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Registration: 21 April 2012
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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 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 Weekly magazine, 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, what's ...
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
EXPAT BLOG MEETUP SEPTEMBER 1ST - MON CHOISY by Julien
Hi guys, I propose you to join us for a new Íæż½ã½ã meet up on September 1st, at lunch time (let's say 1pm) at Mon choisy public beach, close to the Club Med. I'll bring an Íæż½ã½ã flag so it won't be difficult to recognize the group :) As ...
Yes, thank you for this. I regretted not living in Curepipe for the delicious Mediterranean food! So Julien, next time after work happy hour? 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
5 goods reasons for not choosing Mauritius by Julie
Hi, After exploring the positive aspects of living in Mauritius last week, we invite you in Weekly Magazine to discover the 5 good reasons for not choosing to live here ;). What about you: what would be your good reason for not choosing to live ...
I think the thing that still bothers me most after two and a half years here is people pretending they are something they are not. The first time I went to the beach there was a guy telling me how good he was at his job because he had an office car. ... 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
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
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