Hanlie Blaise
@Hanlie Blaise
South African expat in Mauritius
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About me
South African
Lives in Pereybere
Speaks English, Afrikaans, French a little German
Registration: 31 August 2010
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BlackBerry novice by Hanlie Blaise
Bonjour a tous, I have avoided getting the yuppie toy (my words) but now I see how it can assist me. However, there are so many different models to choose from, varying greatly in prices, I would not know how to choose! Help please..... Also, ...
Hi guys Thanks for the response. I'm sure there will always be the camps iphone vs BB. I guess because everyone around me now has BB I am sort of cornered into that space. I will check at Orange what they have on offer. Just a question: I ... Read More
BlackBerry novice
Bonjour a tous, I have avoided getting the yuppie toy (my words) but now I see how it can assist me. However, there are so many different models to choose from, varying greatly in prices, I would not know how to choose! Help please..... Also, ... Read More
South African Freedom Day
Hi SA Expats - we are looking to get South Africans more involved in our Freedom Day on 27 April We need the following: 1. Ideas on what to do on the day (bearing in mind it is a Wednesday). 2. A couple of people to assist with arrangements to ... Read More
Occupation Permits - Things have now changed, watch out! by Stormtrooper
Hi, To all of you with occupation permits coming up for approval, you will find the link below most interesting.... relocationmauritius.blogspot.com/2011_02_01_archive.html Incidentally my permit was up for renewal too and I'm experiencing the ...
Hi, I would still like to know if this pertains to self employed or company employed people? Read More
Occupation Permits - Things have now changed, watch out! by Stormtrooper
Hi, To all of you with occupation permits coming up for approval, you will find the link below most interesting.... relocationmauritius.blogspot.com/2011_02_01_archive.html Incidentally my permit was up for renewal too and I'm experiencing the ...
Hi Guys Does anyone have the official stance on this? Stormtrooper, did you have your own business or were you employed by a company? Surely it must also depend on which industry you work in? This could have far-reaching effects on many expats ... Read More
Expat Health Care by Hanlie Blaise
Hi, can anyone recommend an good expat health care programme? The local programmes that I have investigated have very little cover. Thanks
yes, but I am only looking for a hospital plan, day to day doctors visits and scripts are normally not what breaks the bank, it is more for serious illness that I am concerned. Read More
Expat Health Care by Hanlie Blaise
Hi, can anyone recommend an good expat health care programme? The local programmes that I have investigated have very little cover. Thanks
Hi thanks for the feedback. I found an international brokerage firm that operates locally that will be able to provide me with a hospital plan with extensive cover. Should adequate facilities not be available locally, it allows for air transfer to ... Read More
Expat Health Care
Hi, can anyone recommend an good expat health care programme? The local programmes that I have investigated have very little cover. Thanks Read More
American TV show House Hunters International by MichelleLeopard
Are you an ex-pat who's bought property in Mauritius? We'd love to put your story on TV! "House Hunters International" is coming to Mauritius and we are looking for great relocation stories from people who have bought property. Please get in ...
could be that is rather difficult for foreigners to buy. It takes a minimum of 3 years to become a permanent resident, after which you can buy (this exclude the IRS and RES schemes of course). So I guess by the time you can buy, you no longer feel ... Read More
Potential move to Mauritius by Paul Donaghy
Hello everyone, I've been reading your posts re people's question re moving to Mauritius and I'm very impressed with amount of information you take the time to share with new arrivals. I had one general query which I didn't see and that was the ...
lotsa things to do and people to meet in the north. tap into anyone of us so we can introduce you to the circuit! Read More
Where to buy Halloween Costumes for kids by alisa_ram
Hi Can anyone tell me where I may find halloween costumes for 2, 3 and 7 year olds please? Been to mozouzou, but didn't get what I was looking for. Thanks.
sounds about right! Read More
Where to buy Halloween Costumes for kids by alisa_ram
Hi Can anyone tell me where I may find halloween costumes for 2, 3 and 7 year olds please? Been to mozouzou, but didn't get what I was looking for. Thanks.
Hi I see you are in Quartre Borne, there is a party shop in the North between Grand Baie and Pointe aux Cannoniers that stocks all kinds of party themes. Sorry, I dont have the name Read More
Cost of Flights to South Africa by glblcitzen
To those of you who make frequent visits to South Africa, what is the average airfare and what is the best time of the year to snag a good deal?
True, my gripe as well. But it is a popular route so I guess it is a question of supply and demand. Read More
Info on Albion by glblcitzen
So does anyone stay in Albion? What is this area like. I just came back from Mauritius and I did not hear anyone mention anything about this area.
it is a very quiet village. It has a fishery institution but very little else. There is a lighthouse and beautiful cliffs with tide pools, but as for the village itself, nothing much is happening. 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, where will you be living? Although the island is small, it takes time to travel to the other sides of the island. You will probably find that your environment will dictate your circle of friends. We are in the north and have a large circle of ... Read More