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Courtney

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American expat in Mauritius

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Lives in Tamarin

Registration: 26 November 2011

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Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Driving in Mauritius by Maximilien

Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Mauritius? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess… what are the characteristics of the driving ...

Courtney

Meant to add...in order to drive safely in Mauritius my tips would be: 1. Take your time. 2. If (WHEN!) someone wants to overtake, just slow down and let them do it. It's not worth putting yourself and others in harms way when someone chooses ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Driving in Mauritius by Maximilien

Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Mauritius? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess… what are the characteristics of the driving ...

Courtney

I've travelled all over this planet and never experienced anything like the driving in Mauritius. It is so sad and terribly scary. Until the police actually enforce the rules of the road (and hand out fines that really hit the pocketbook) and ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
9 years ago
Justin84

Teaching and living in Mauritius by Justin84

Hello. I am considering moving to Mauritius, but I am wondering if it is possible to find a teaching job. I have been a teacher of middle-grade students (10-14 years old) for three years in the United States. Can anybody help me find information ...

Courtney

Hahaaa!! I should seriously look at the date next time. So silly!! Oh well....I tried to help Justin! :lol: Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
9 years ago
shénou

Sega class by shénou

Hello all, I was wondering if there'd be people interested in some Sega work out ;-) Someone asked me if I knew of any Sega dance class do she doesn't look 'funny' while trying to dance...so if there's enough people interested, ...

Courtney

Hi! Sounds fun! Where would classes be held? Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
9 years ago
Justin84

Teaching and living in Mauritius by Justin84

Hello. I am considering moving to Mauritius, but I am wondering if it is possible to find a teaching job. I have been a teacher of middle-grade students (10-14 years old) for three years in the United States. Can anybody help me find information ...

Courtney

Hi Justin, I think it can be a little tricky finding a teaching job as an expat here in Mauritius. I believe the school must first prove that the position is one that has been offered to Mauritians first. If the position is very specific and it ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
dpapap

Meditation and Yoga in Mauritius by dpapap

Hi Does anyone know of any meditation groups in Mauritius and yoga classes. I am in the Flic en Flac area. I have been practicing meditation for 3 years through the triatna buddhist community and it's been brilliantanyone on this rock who ...

Courtney

There is also a lady called Bridgitte who teaches fantastic yoga classes. Pm me if you would like more info. She lives in La Gaulette... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
dpapap

Meditation and Yoga in Mauritius by dpapap

Hi Does anyone know of any meditation groups in Mauritius and yoga classes. I am in the Flic en Flac area. I have been practicing meditation for 3 years through the triatna buddhist community and it's been brilliantanyone on this rock who ...

Courtney

Hi, Take a look at these fb sites for more info on these things: facebook.com/groups/wellnessmauritius/ facebook.com/groups/meditationmauritius/ Bhavnath leads more active/Kundalini type meditations, which I imagine are going to be very different ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
Doc Arrindell

Does any one know an osteopath on the island? by Doc Arrindell

Hello, Does anyone know a good physiotherapists and or osteopath on the island? I am one but now living in Dubai and seriously thinking on moving. I would like to continue in my profession.I also have experience with working with national and ...

Courtney

Hi Doc, Phillipe at Riverland West Sports Club (in Tamarin) is an osteopath. He definitely seems to know his stuff! Here is the contact info for Riverland: Riverland Sports Club Barachois Estate - Tamarin - Mauritius Tel: + 230 483 89 56 - Fax. ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI created a thread
10 years ago

A chance for boys to train at FC BARCELONA!!!

Hi everyone, Please help us spread the word to the entire Mauritian community. What a fantastic opportunity for the children! We want to let everyone know about the upcoming trials (there are only 4), even those who live in the remotest areas in ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
tomarm

conversion of work permit to permanent residence after three years by tomarm

Hi, has anyone successfully done the below ? and managed to buy NON IRS / RES house after three years ? lifted the below from the BOI - assume you need tax return data to prove earnings but it could work for me and I was curious to know if anyone ...

Courtney

Hi there! This is exactly the information I was looking for! I was wondering about the possibility of purchasing a non-RES/IRS as I don't think those will fit our budget…unless we win the lottery! Haaa!!! However, we don't want to live in an ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
lne1

Hi any Clavis parents by lne1

Hi guys, My kids have just started at Clavis. They seem to be enjoying it so far. Would like to know any other new or old parents who have children at Clavis and hopefully organise a gathering. What are your views as well about the school? Thanks

Courtney

Hi Ivan, It sounds like your eldest daughter could do one year at Clavis (Primary Years--PYP--IB program) and then head to Le Bocage for the Middle Years Program--MYP and Diploma--DP IB program (down the road from Clavis). This would be one ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
lne1

Hi any Clavis parents by lne1

Hi guys, My kids have just started at Clavis. They seem to be enjoying it so far. Would like to know any other new or old parents who have children at Clavis and hopefully organise a gathering. What are your views as well about the school? Thanks

Courtney

Hi Tom, I agree with your opinion of the website! Hoping they will address that soon. ;) Yes, there is a school bus from Tamarin to Moka and back. My husband works just down the street from Clavis, so he takes our son in the mornings. It takes ... Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
tomarm

Schools by tomarm

Hi, We are relocating from the UK in May / June - I am visiting before then and have appointments to visit Clavis / West Coat International / Telfair schools, do any parents have feedback on the schools that they can share with me ? Children are 8 ...

Courtney

Hi Tom, Check out this thread: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=337387 Hope it helps! Good luck with your move. That's a big one with four kiddos! :) --Courtney Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
lne1

Hi any Clavis parents by lne1

Hi guys, My kids have just started at Clavis. They seem to be enjoying it so far. Would like to know any other new or old parents who have children at Clavis and hopefully organise a gathering. What are your views as well about the school? Thanks

Courtney

Hi Nadeem, Yes, he will be taking over the post as HM of Bocage in August. I'm sure he will be happy to chat! :) Have a great day, Courtney Read More

Courtney
CourtinUSVI replied to a thread
10 years ago
lne1

Hi any Clavis parents by lne1

Hi guys, My kids have just started at Clavis. They seem to be enjoying it so far. Would like to know any other new or old parents who have children at Clavis and hopefully organise a gathering. What are your views as well about the school? Thanks

Courtney

Hi Gidion, I think IPS is also a very good school. It is my understanding their head is PYP trained and implements a lot of the IB philosophy in their school/curriculum. IPS is very close to Northfields, so would probably make sense if you are ... Read More