susan.w
Australian looking for information about Vanuatu
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New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi Lynne, I read your post and thought that this other site might assist you: http://traceyslist.invanuatu.net It is an email mailing list that might reach a wider audience. I have loved seeing what people are doing, selling etc through ... Read More
Health Insurance by susan.w
Hi everyone, wondering if anyone would be willing to share how they have set up their medical/health insurance. Oh and life insurance too? I know we can suspend our private health while away, but not sure how to get insurance while living in Port ...
Thank you so much for your suggestions. We are there for only 4 months, so maybe travel insurance would be the way to go? We need coverage for both Vanuatu and Australia as we will travel back for 1 week within that time. So confusing at times. ... Read More
New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi Scott, what a shame we arrive just days after you depart! We plan to live in Vila for 4-6 months from December this year. Things are slowly progressing as we start our journey to finding a residence (we plan to purchase eventually). All the best ... Read More
Short term rental by susan.w
Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ...
Thank you very much everyone, we have time (not moving until mid November) so I shall keep researching and be in touch closer to the date. Susan Read More
Health Insurance
Hi everyone, wondering if anyone would be willing to share how they have set up their medical/health insurance. Oh and life insurance too? I know we can suspend our private health while away, but not sure how to get insurance while living in Port ... Read More
Hi everyone! by GGB123
I've just joined Expat.com, and like others I'm hoping to make the move across to Vanuatu. If all goes well, I could be there by November. I work as a freelance writer/photographer and graphic designer. There's enough work to keep me ...
Hi Georgie, I too am a Queensland photographer looking at moving to Port Vila mid November. I however don't plan to do business there - it's more a 1/2 gap year with the family. Just thought I would pop in and introduce myself - seems we ... Read More
New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi everyone, thought I should come in here to "introduce" myself. I am Susan from Australia and have been to Port Vila 7 times in the past few years. We love the place and call it our 2nd home. As a photographer I have volunteered while ... Read More
New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? Dont 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 ...
Farmboy, I did notice online today that the gymnasium was for sale. Just a thought. Not sure of the situation or if it's still available. Good luck. Edited to add: I see others have also suggested this :) Read More
Short term rental by susan.w
Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ...
Thanks so much for the replies! BellaM I'd appreciate any help you could offer. Kerry, we've been to Port Vila 7 times now and stayed up to 3-4 weeks a time. Read More
Raising Expat Children in Port Vila by susan.w
Hi everyone, We are a family of 4 that are considering moving to Port Vila next year. All is up in the air at this point in time, but I am researching as much as I can. We have 2 daughters aged 10 and 13 and I am most concerned about their ...
Hi Terese, just wondering if you made the move to Port Vila. If so how is it going and what did you decide upon for education? Thanks, Susan Read More
Short term rental by susan.w
Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ...
Thanks for your reply Kerry, can I ask what your comment means? Read More
Short term rental
Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ... Read More
Anyone wishing for a house swap or for some one to house sit? by susan.w
Hi everyone, we have decided to not move to amazing Vanuatu (Port Vila) until our children have at least finished high school. What a tough decision that ended up being. It will happen one day though. Anyways, we have just returned from our 6th ...
Oh thank you Priscilla! Read More
Anyone wishing for a house swap or for some one to house sit?
Hi everyone, we have decided to not move to amazing Vanuatu (Port Vila) until our children have at least finished high school. What a tough decision that ended up being. It will happen one day though. Anyways, we have just returned from our 6th ... Read More
Raising Expat Children in Port Vila by susan.w
Hi everyone, We are a family of 4 that are considering moving to Port Vila next year. All is up in the air at this point in time, but I am researching as much as I can. We have 2 daughters aged 10 and 13 and I am most concerned about their ...
Wow thank you Danya for your reply and time. Safety is a huge concern of mine, as I would never forgive myself if something happened to any one of us. As my husband would need to be back in Aust/NZ regularly too it is not a good thing for me and my ... Read More