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German expat in Mauritius

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Registration: 22 March 2009

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MelissaL created a thread
5 years ago

Rwandans in Mauritius

Hello, are there any Rwandans in Mauritius? Read More

MelissaL replied to a thread
9 years ago
MelissaL

Meeting up in the north in May by MelissaL

Hi everyone, It would be nice to meet up in May in the north. We could gather up around a barbecue and drinks. Please let me know if some of you are interested. Thanks. Best, Melissa a

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Hi Prismil, Thank you :) I was thinking about an event towards the end of May. Best, Melissa Read More

MelissaL created a thread
9 years ago

Meeting up in the north in May

Hi everyone, It would be nice to meet up in May in the north. We could gather up around a barbecue and drinks. Please let me know if some of you are interested. Thanks. Best, Melissa a Read More

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14 years ago
Nathalie0805

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 ...

MelissaL

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

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14 years ago
Nathalie0805

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 ...

MelissaL

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

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14 years ago
Nathalie0805

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 ...

MelissaL

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

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
tarunhshah

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 ?

MelissaL

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

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
donna4rich

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 ...

MelissaL

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

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14 years ago
Julian09

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.

MelissaL

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

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14 years ago
Julian09

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.

MelissaL

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

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
hp02

Evenings out in Kigali by hp02

Hi I'm currently working in kigali for four weeks and would like to make a few new friends and discover more of the city. Are there any decent restaurants/bars/pubs?

MelissaL

Hi hp02, It starts at 20:30 pm. Melissa Read More

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
hp02

Evenings out in Kigali by hp02

Hi I'm currently working in kigali for four weeks and would like to make a few new friends and discover more of the city. Are there any decent restaurants/bars/pubs?

MelissaL

Hi hp02, There is a quiz night every monday evening at the Sol e Luna restaurant. Just send me a message if you are interested to go. I am also looking to make new friends. Cheers Melissa Read More

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
richdaddy

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 ...

MelissaL

Just saw this topic. And yes as a mauritian I agree with it! Read More

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
expat.com

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 ...

MelissaL

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

MelissaL replied to a thread
14 years ago
enryflat

Looking for a room /apartment in Kimihurura by enryflat

Dear All, I am an Italian Student who will be doing an internship in Kigali from August to October, and wanted to know whether anyone could help in finding a room or apartment with private facilities and internet in the area of Kimihurura ...

MelissaL

Hi Enrico, You can also have a look at the yahoo group called Kigalilife. Quite a few people offering flats. M Read More