@settledexpat
English expat in Mauritius
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English
Lives in Pointe aux Piments
Speaks English and Creole, smattering of French!!
Registration: 29 June 2010
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Professional House Packers and Movers by HeyJude
Hi All Firstly, let me say I have already checked the business section and found the contact details for some what appear to be professional packers and movers. I also tried to do a search of the forum to see if this subject has been covered ...
Six months ago I moved back to the UK from Mauritius.I had several companies come and assess what I needed packing and give estimates. I eventually chose Mtrans with whom I was very satisfied. Read More
Prohibition on sale of alcohol by settledexpat
Please note that due to Village Council Elections on Sunday, 2 December 2012, the sale of alcohol is banned on Friday, 30th November, Saturday, 1 December and Sunday, 2 December. Please note that due to Municipal Town Council Elections on Sunday, 9 ...
Apologies my supermarket chappie was wrong on both weekends it is Sat through Mon Read More
Prohibition on sale of alcohol
Please note that due to Village Council Elections on Sunday, 2 December 2012, the sale of alcohol is banned on Friday, 30th November, Saturday, 1 December and Sunday, 2 December. Please note that due to Municipal Town Council Elections on Sunday, 9 ... Read More
Car Boot Sale/Mini Foire
CORONA NORTH MINI FOIRE CAR BOOT SALE DANS LA COUR de LECOLE FATIMA à Triolet IN THE GROUNDS OF ECOLE FATIMA AT TRIOLET Samedi le 8 decembre 2012 Saturday 8th December 2012 10:30 a 13:30 heures 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cout: 10% des ... Read More
New English radio station in Mauritius by paulfreathy
Hi there! Just to let everyone know, there's a new English Radio station opening in Mauritius soon! We are going to be looking for staff, DJ's, newsreaders, etc, so if you are interested in getting involved in any capacity, let me know, and ...
This obviously never took off!!!! Read More
Loving, Adorable Male Dog - needs a home as we are leaving the Island by GuestPoster1992
5 months ago we rescued a wonderful loving dog, who was starving and wandering the streets. He has a fantastic and loving temperament and is great with childrenn. He goes joggin with us every morning. He is approx 8 months old has been nutered ...
I have four adult dogs...due to my huband's terminal illness I shall have to give them away (if I can) eventually as I shall be leaving this island when the inevitable occurs. Sadly there is no way I could take them with me---before people condemn ... Read More
tourist visa and extension for EU citizens by Auca
I have been previously to Mauritius a few times since 2006 and the longest period spent as a tourist was of 2 months, in 2010. This year I plan to visit Mauritius again with my partner and daughter of 3 years. We intend to stay for 3 months and if ...
It is not a question of how to get it stamped for three months instead of two ...this is entirely up to the immigration officer on your arrival and regardless of you telling him you are staying for two months he will inevitably give you two ... Read More
Cost of posting books to Mauritius from UK by V1n@y
Hello, I would like to post 2 books to Mauritius and I have been quoted the following by Royal Mail : £62.50 tracked (Delivery within 8 days) £32.00 Not tracked (Delivery within 8 days) Are there any other cheaper options? Thank you
Happy to help especially where saving money is concerned!!!!:D Read More
Cost of posting books to Mauritius from UK by V1n@y
Hello, I would like to post 2 books to Mauritius and I have been quoted the following by Royal Mail : £62.50 tracked (Delivery within 8 days) £32.00 Not tracked (Delivery within 8 days) Are there any other cheaper options? Thank you
Hi You might like to see if any books you want are in the UK Book Depository--- FREE delivery worldwide-- I have used them and can recommend.http://www.bookdepository.co.uk Read More
Denied visa extension by Skiffle
Hi, Are there any scenarios where a extension for tourist can be denied? Even though you have submitted all the requirements? I got around 3500 us dollars to blow here, and I'm staying with my friend so there's no hotel fees. Will that be enough ...
He has been here since 26 november Read More
Denied visa extension by Skiffle
Hi, Are there any scenarios where a extension for tourist can be denied? Even though you have submitted all the requirements? I got around 3500 us dollars to blow here, and I'm staying with my friend so there's no hotel fees. Will that be enough ...
We have just returned from extending my brother's visa--he entered on 26th November and was granted 60 days---although telling the immigration he was here for 3 months--this has been the scenario for the past three years whilst for the previous two ... Read More
Opticians/glaucoma treatment by ali1984
I was just wondering if anyone has first hand experience, or if anyone has family or close friends who have had to have glaucoma treatment in Mauritius? I have congenital glaucoma, and so I do require regular treatment and checkups for it. This is ...
Please try Dr Jean Jose Isabelle Higginson Street, Curepipe Telephone No. 6752613 Qualified in UK and is a very much respected opthalmologist I have only experience of his expertise in my two cataract operations but have the utmost faith in his ... Read More
xmas lunch in paradise by Guest9383
where can i find turnip parsnip sage and onion stuffing and fresh turkey ??? and yorkshire puddings ready cooked please help i need a english xmas dinner in paradise !!!
Horses for courses and not having lived in UK for many a year I stick to traditionals Read More
xmas lunch in paradise by Guest9383
where can i find turnip parsnip sage and onion stuffing and fresh turkey ??? and yorkshire puddings ready cooked please help i need a english xmas dinner in paradise !!!
Yorkshire puddings with roast Turkey??? we have bread sauce, sprouts, cranberry. bacon wrapped chipolatas,roast potatoes and gravy--yorkshire puddings belong only with Roast beef in my book. Read More
xmas lunch in paradise by Guest9383
where can i find turnip parsnip sage and onion stuffing and fresh turkey ??? and yorkshire puddings ready cooked please help i need a english xmas dinner in paradise !!!
I am afraid that you will not find Fresh turkeys--at least one might have been able to order one to be flown in from Epicerie Gourmand but obviously far too late now..there have been frozen ones for some time in SuperU and having had these for the ... Read More