David
@David Expat
English citizen
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57 posts
About me
English
Speaks English, Creole, French
Registration: 08 November 2012
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Newbie by Andre Swanepoel
Hi Everyone We arrived on 2 October in Mauritius and have now settled in. Our family is still small, my wife and I and our little baby girl of 20months. We stay in Tamarin. I work in Ebene as an Electrical Engineer/Project Manager. Looking ...
Hi Andre, Congratulations on making your move. You picked a good area to move to in terms of English speakers. We finally made it here in November, and live in Rose Hill. We have a daughter of a similar age to you. Happy chat or private ... Read More
The new expat blog by Julien
Dear members and friends, we've just released the new version of Expat.com. Of course we'll need a few days to get used to it. But so far, do you like it ? Thanks, Julien
Hi Julien, I think that the changes to your website are an improvement. Initially I took some time to find the conversations that I'd previously subscribed to, but that's fine now. Specifically the best improvement for me is that you can now see ... Read More
Bus service website by GuestPoster56567
Hi This web page might be helpful, especially for foreigners, I guess the locals know their buses anyway :) www.mauritius-buses.com It won't give you the exact time when a bus is departing, but you will be shown the route and alternatives. Times ...
Thanks Waller, The website looks useful - particularly the detail about air-conditioned buses - I'd seen signs for some. David. Read More
Kia cars by David Expat
Hello, Well, we've finally moved here, and are considering getting a (5 seat, 5 door, diesel, manual) Kia car, due to the long term warranty deal (we don't want any surprises), and because we assume that they're relatively cheap, which suits us ...
Thanks for your replies Kaviraj and Julien, The situation with Kia in Mauritius sounds better than I'd expected. I guess you mean that French cars are not so common here - we've only seen our old car once or twice before over the ... Read More
Kia cars
Hello, Well, we've finally moved here, and are considering getting a (5 seat, 5 door, diesel, manual) Kia car, due to the long term warranty deal (we don't want any surprises), and because we assume that they're relatively cheap, which suits us ... Read More
Are there any english churches in Mauritius? by bronindubai
I am looking for an english church in Mauritius not too fussed about denomination - preferably somewhere near Tamarin but will travel if need be.
Hello Brinindubia, I've attended both St. Thomas, in Rose Hill, mentioned by Terence, and St. Simon the Fisherman, in Tamarin, mentioned by Sedzia, and they are both good, well-attended and family friendly. I hope that you find the church that ... Read More
Hi - Just moved to Quatre Bornes by Ben411
Hello good people, I have recently moved to QB and was wondering if you could share some information on the finer points of this (allegedly) lovely city. For instance: Recommendations regarding pubs/bars, restaurants (local Mauritian especially) ...
Hi Ben, It's perfectly safe in QB after 6 pm. I didn't get the slightest attention even going in a local's bar to watch football, have spirits and fried fish. David. Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
Hi Nik, You have my sympathies with your permit issue: any slight differences in names can be a big issue and involve getting sworn identity documents made up in court! Still, at lest yougot it sorted quickly. David. Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
Hi Ben, Great to hear from another Spurs fan, who also works in the 'environmental field'. It's surprising the level of response from mentioning Spurs in my first post! Cheers for the mention of the Ministry re work Ben. My Wife and I have found ... Read More
Vets in Mauritius - Animal problems. by Stormtrooper
I have a number of animals (cats/dogs) and I would like to share some knowledge to pet owners in Mauritius, regarding Vets. This is not advertising (i get no commission out of this. I will mention names and places so just google for location details ...
If your cockatiel has bubbles in the fluid, or it has gone 'crusty' they may need some antibiotics from a Vet. This is based on my chickens! :-) Read More
baby in Mauritius by lne1
Hi, Has anyone recently had a baby in Clinic in Mauritius. Hubby and i are moving to Mauritius but also want another child but it would be born there, it sounds silly but i am abit scared. Someone please reassure me?!! Thanks
Hi, Does anyone on the forum have experiences of giving birth in government hospitals? How did you find it? Thanks, David. Read More
Better late than never by GT77
Hey everyone Firstly I wanted to mention how useful this site has been. I have actually been in Mauritius for a couple of months and certainly found some of the info very useful. I was born and raised in England, but my father is Mauritian. I have ...
Hi Guy, I'm also English, having been in Mauritius recently for a month or so with my Mauritian wife and daughter, sorting residency/passport and work issues like you. Hopefully back within a few months depending on how things play out... Good ... Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
Thanks Daisymay! I'm very pleased. Read More
Late Introduction by PaulChoy
Hi all, I am a little late to the party, having only just discovered the Expat.com site. Oops! I moved from the UK to Mauritius in 2011. In the UK I ran a busy investment company, but after doing the corporate thing for twenty years my wife and I ...
Hi Paul, Good to hear that you're enjoying yourselves in Mauritius. What do you do now you've slowed things down? David. Read More