@pbrough
American expat in Mauritius
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Lives in Grand Baie
Registration: 28 January 2010
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Want to start a company dealing with BIOMETRICS and AUTOMATION. by kittu
hi everyone, I have visited Mauritius once last year and this blog has actually helped me secure a very decent and cheap accommodation, i am thankful to who ever started this blog. Its really a very pleasant place to live after returning ...
HI Kittu, Last year I attended Mauritius's electronic show. There were several companies with Biometric security/time attendance devices. I would really do your homework and dive deeper into your research. I believe there are companies offering ... Read More
queries for shiftin to mauritius by suhailang
my fiancée and i are planning to shift to Mauritius...i would like to know what the procedure is if we hav to move from either mumbai to mauritius or abu dhabi to mauritius..also what are the job opportunities for human resource department?
Please see the Mauritius's BOI website for information regarding what permits are available. I would advise calling the BOI because the rules change and you want to have the most current information. Read More
Americans moving to Mauritius by vjohnsonbarrett
I'm directing my questions to Americans who have relocated to Mauritius, since that is my current frame of reference. My husband is negotiating an employment package right now, and I have many questions. Having lived on Saipan and in Shanghai, I ...
High speed internet. You have two internet providers to choose from. Emtel and Orange. Emtel offers wireless internet service. The service is capped at 5G download per month. Orange offers ASDL over phone line. I signed up for 512Kbs unlimited ... Read More
The Real Truth About Mauritius by pbrough
Hello, Thursday I turned in my residence permit and have arrived in USA. I can finally post information that is truthful about Mauritius. If you have any questions please feel free to post it and I will answer it. I'm going to write a short, "How ...
Please settle down. Did you read my post? I didn't say anything negative or positive regarding Mauritius. I said "truth", you can judge for yourself. I had a wonderful time in Mauritius, a true blessing of time spent. What is this blog for? To help ... Read More
The Real Truth About Mauritius
Hello, Thursday I turned in my residence permit and have arrived in USA. I can finally post information that is truthful about Mauritius. If you have any questions please feel free to post it and I will answer it. I'm going to write a short, "How ... Read More
Skipper certificate experiences? by linapascal
Hi expats, Has anyone of you taken sailing lessons to acheive a skipper certificate in Mauritius? I would be grateful if you would share your experiences on it, concerning the quality of the training, instructors, costs, where you did it and so ...
Anyone can take the skipper test. 1) Go to Tourism Authority 2) Request test book 500rs(English,French, Creo) 3) Wait.... 4) Tourism authority will call when they have enough people. The wait could be 6 months or more 5) Take written test, 40 ... Read More
iPhone usage in Mauritius? by Ninchen
Hi all, I'm soon moving back to Mauritius and would like to bring my iPhone with me. It's unlocked. Would anyone happen to know if I can connect it to a network in Mauritius (think my only choice would be Orange, right?) and get unlimited surf ...
Yes the 3GS will work on Emtel and Orange. I brought my Iphone 3gs from the USA and it works great. No unlimited internet plans are available. Orange gives me 20mg per month for free and it works great. Read More
Moms and Tots group in the north? by Talitha
Hi There I was wondering if there are any moms and tots groups in the north. My little girl is 16 months and i really want her to socialize with other kids her age and its a great way for me to meet some ladies too :-) Let me know Thanks
Paul, I removed your mobile number. You should send a PM. Better not leaving your number on a public forum ;)Thanks Julian ;) Read More
here until april 2011..what to do? by Aatish
Thought i'd introduce myself on this thing. I'm Aatish, I'm from England and will be staying in Mauritius until April 2011. Found this website and thought it might be a good way to meet some new people here. I want to improve my French, so would ...
be Xtra careful when any of these activies Read More
here until april 2011..what to do? by Aatish
Thought i'd introduce myself on this thing. I'm Aatish, I'm from England and will be staying in Mauritius until April 2011. Found this website and thought it might be a good way to meet some new people here. I want to improve my French, so would ...
A thru Z what to do - Aquascooter - look it up on google Biking Casinos Deep See Fishing Excursions - North/South French cuisine Golfing Horse Riding Island Hopping tour Jet-boat rental Kite Surfing Lion walk Massage Nothing -relax One-to-one date ... Read More
Expat Health Care by Hanlie Blaise
Hi, can anyone recommend an good expat health care programme? The local programmes that I have investigated have very little cover. Thanks
I think I had about a half dozen insurance agents come to my house and talk about health policies. There are many questions you need to ask. Some policies don't cover basic office visits. Example, my wife's routine visit to her gyno is not included. ... Read More
American husband, South African wife. Could Mauritius be our solution? by Vaquero67
Hello. I am an American and my wife is South African. We have recently married and face the challenge of deciding where we will put down roots as a new family. In the U.S., I work as an electrician (mostly at nuclear power plants) and I have a ...
"Though racking hard my brain, I do not see the pertinence of giving you the composition of the population of Mauritius in terms of ethnics group, religious belief, or other labels. " These statics are published on the government's website. A ... Read More
Expat Health Care by Hanlie Blaise
Hi, can anyone recommend an good expat health care programme? The local programmes that I have investigated have very little cover. Thanks
Look in the yellow pages. Give several insurance agencies a call. The coverage and price is about the same. It will run for a married couple around 60,000 rs per year. But there are lots of rules. Ask lots of questions when speaking with the ... Read More
Moving to Mauritius - Tamarin/Flic en Flac? by RonanF
Hello, I appreciate there are lots of posts to some of my questions here in the forum, but perhaps one of these questions might be easy for someone to answer... I'm about to take a job in Mauritius starting in September, 2010. My wife and i will ...
We also had a our first child born in Mauritius. It was a positive experience. Regarding baby stuff, "SHIP IT". Let me give you an example of pricing. We bought a baby carrier/sling at Walmart in the USA for $20. That same sling in a store in Pt ... Read More
Where to find a used boat for sale? by mom2cc
Hello all! Does anyone know where to go to find a good used boat? Please sned any info if you have any? Thanks MOM
I have a 15 foot inflatable zodiac with 9.9HP engine. Read More