Nicola Richards

After living abroad for 14 years, Charlotte moves back to Mauritius in 2020. Amidst the crisis, the young woman had no clue what direction her life would take. A year later, she has successfully created her small business and is hopeful as to what the future holds.

Three years ago, Ash fell in love with Mauritius. Originally from Germany, she has travelled to many countries until she relocated to the island with her young child. As a writer and fiction novelist, she is currently enjoying the good vibes in Mauritius. Ash shares her experience with Expat.com.

Born in Durban, South Africa, Kerry has been passionate about arts from a very young age. It has been more than thirty years since she moved to Mauritius with her Mauritian partner. She talks to us about the life of an expat art teacher on the island and all that she loves about here.

Her podcast Lakaz Mama (A mother's home) aims to tackle all things pregnancy and motherhood in Mauritius. This Mauritian mom of two and HR professional, started the podcast to help out Mauritians and expats, either looking for support while embarking on the parenthood journey or facing issues such as infertility, postpartum depression… Meet Athina.

Self-care is a buzzword but so much more than that. We all need some time to sit back, sit with our thoughts and feelings and take care of ourselves either emotionally or physically. So here are a few ideas for you in Mauritius.

A young and dynamic expat mum, Kaajal relocated to Mauritius a few years ago with her Mauritian husband and their twins. She is originally from the UK and is an English teacher. Kaajal talks to us about working and living in Mauritius with a family.

Ruth found her village down here in Mauritius. It helps when this mum of three, wife and full-time teacher tries to juggle motherhood, her job and enjoying this island in the sun.

In 2010, Lynn Smith visited her son who was working in Mauritius. She was so smitten that a year later, she moved to the island for good. Here's what the expat artist has to say about her new home.

You may have noticed vans carrying cows on the roads of the island, as today marks Bakra Eid or Eid al-Adha also known as the ‘festival of sacrifice' and celebrations here and across the globe. The cows you may have seen are used in a sacrifice. Bakra Eid is also an occasion of joy and peace, where people celebrate with their families, let go of past grudges and make meaningful connections with one another.

What an absolutely nail biting match! England VS Italy was a huge game for many expats in Mauritius, whichever team you were supporting, it was something to be celebrated. 

Have you ever attended a Hindu festival, perhaps a church for Easter celebrations? Or maybe even the Muslim festival of Eid? Mauritius is a melting pot of lots of different traditions, religions, music and culture. Perhaps while you are living on the island you may like to experience the rich diversity Mauritius and its people have to offer. Expat Nicola tells you about her favorite ways to experience Mauritian culture.

A beachside villa in Grand Baie, a cute apartment in Flic en Flac or urban living in Rose Hill and Port Louis, looking to invest in property in Mauritius is exciting, but there is also a lot to think about buying as an expat. So let's break it down and take a look at what this fabulous island has to offer!

From Gateau Piment to fresh fish and mango vindaloo and roti to a fabulous gentleman named Mr. Aslam who has been making and selling homemade ice- cream in a myriad of flavours on Rose-Hill high street for 42 years! There is such a variety of tasty and different street foods to try here in Mauritius. Nicola, a British expat in Mauritius, wants to take you to explore her favorite street food.

Often as an expat in Mauritius, researching and finding different ways to stay inspired can be challenging so let's look at some tried and tested activities to keep you inspired and motivated on your journey here.

Bonjour! Hello! Bonzur! Coming to live in a country that is so diverse and speaks a plethora of different languages can be overwhelming, which should you learn first?