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Marie Geraldine

Marie Geraldine

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Australian looking for information about Vanuatu

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Australian

Lives in Sydney

Registration: 25 July 2014

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Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
9 years ago
Kenjee

Music in Vanuatu by Kenjee

Hi, Music is said to be a universal language. Indeed it helps to discover and better understand the culture of a country. What are the most popular music genres in Vanuatu? How about traditional music and instruments? Who are the local ...

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Hi Kenjee, Music is amazing in Vanuatu. We like the mix of reggae and zouk and especially local string bands. Do a search on youtube for Vanuatu music and you'll see what I mean. Would be great if we could introduce some sega music there ... Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
9 years ago
Marie Geraldine

Taking family pets to Vanuatu from Oz by Marie Geraldine

We are thinking of moving to Vila and would.livr to know if anyone has been able to take their pets over as well. Of so, what are the result and regulations on this. Thank you Marie G

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Thank you Kevin, We'll keep this in mind. Marie G Read More

Marie Geraldine created a thread
9 years ago

Taking family pets to Vanuatu from Oz

We are thinking of moving to Vila and would.livr to know if anyone has been able to take their pets over as well. Of so, what are the result and regulations on this. Thank you Marie G Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
9 years ago
Russellglass

buying land in Vanuatu by Russellglass

Hi guys I am moving to Vanuatu in the coming months to work for an infrastructure company as their construction manager. It is a 3 year contract and at the end of that time I would like to retire in Vanuatu. While I am working there I would like to ...

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Hello Russell, That's just fantastic that you are in construction....you will be very busy I can tell you that much. What a great place to retire as well. I have just the right person for you to contact regarding purchase of land, property in ... Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

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Hi Farmboy, I too was about to mention the Fir For Life Business for sale in Vila. Contact Jude at L J Hooker for any leads into purchasing a business. She is wonderful and has been of great help to us over the years. Good on you for leaving the ... Read More

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10 years ago
Marie Geraldine

Kayaks to buy by Marie Geraldine

Hello again everyone, Would anyone know where I could find a second hand kayak to buy in Vila? Cheers, Marie G

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Hello Maximillian, Thank you for replying. At this stage and depending on the cost, I am looking for 2x single basic ones just like the ones used at resorts. We'll be there for Christmas and hope to have them by then.... Looking forward to ... Read More

Marie Geraldine created a thread
10 years ago

Kayaks to buy

Hello again everyone, Would anyone know where I could find a second hand kayak to buy in Vila? Cheers, Marie G Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Fijilivin

Good schools? by Fijilivin

Bula! Our little family may be moving over, to port villa , I need some help please , can any one tell me if the international school in port villa is any good? Or can you suggest other private schools which are good, please Thanks Ps cost of ...

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Hi BellaM, We were thinking of doing just that. He just returned from Vila yesterday and is on the lookout. Thank you for your advice. If rates too are too high, then we'll need to think of another business venture. Cheers, MarieG Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
samsonlab1

New member by samsonlab1

Hi Everyone My wife and I have bought a house on Mele Bay and are currently renting it out. We will take possession in Jan 2015 and be able to spend long holidays (pre-retirement) and rent as holiday/short term at other periods. On one of our ...

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Hi Kevn, Yes, we are also concerned about this very same issue. We were also told that the French Education system is by far better but not really an option for our Aussie kids. So what do we do if we have High schoolers at home ?? Where abouts ... Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

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Hello all, We have been travelling back and forth to Vila for 10years now and are looking at moving in the next year or so. I am a school teacher and also own a Kumon franchise. I would live to continue my teaching career wherever I will be ... Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Fijilivin

Good schools? by Fijilivin

Bula! Our little family may be moving over, to port villa , I need some help please , can any one tell me if the international school in port villa is any good? Or can you suggest other private schools which are good, please Thanks Ps cost of ...

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Wow Angie, That was very brave of you Angie. Good on you ! I have once contacted Faye and she did say to send her my résumé. It may still be a little premature as I'm waiting for my middle child to finish her HSC. It is very exciting ... Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Fijilivin

Good schools? by Fijilivin

Bula! Our little family may be moving over, to port villa , I need some help please , can any one tell me if the international school in port villa is any good? Or can you suggest other private schools which are good, please Thanks Ps cost of ...

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Hi busy mummy, Can I ask what has made you choose Vanuatu? Marie G Read More

Marie Geraldine replied to a thread
10 years ago
Fijilivin

Good schools? by Fijilivin

Bula! Our little family may be moving over, to port villa , I need some help please , can any one tell me if the international school in port villa is any good? Or can you suggest other private schools which are good, please Thanks Ps cost of ...

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Would love to know whether there might be vacancies for a maths, French or Japanese teacher at Pvis.. We are contemplating moving to Vanuatu and am now looking at job prospects. My husband runs a chemical and paper supplies business in Sydney and ... Read More