Mariam Allawerdi
@Mariam A
Irish expat in Mauritius
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About me
Irish
Lives in Floreal
Registration: 25 March 2010
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5 goods reasons for not choosing Mauritius by Julie
Hi, After exploring the positive aspects of living in Mauritius last week, we invite you in Weekly Magazine to discover the 5 good reasons for not choosing to live here ;). What about you: what would be your good reason for not choosing to live ...
ok, here it goes....:) The bigger the service company that you are dealing with, the more rude and none existence customer services you will find. I find small local shops have better customer service and friendlier faces than the faceless large ... Read More
Dermatologist by Sleeping Cookie
Hi, can somebody recommend a good dermatologist, if possible even from the area of Curepipe. Thanks Candy
Hey, I heard good reviews from several people about a dermatologist in Darne Clinic called Dr Christine Schoutens. she only works couple of days in the clinic so if you call her now, you will probably get an appointment next month. i think most of ... Read More
10 creative ways to use lemon juice by Veruska
1.Grease removal-A mixture of plain water and lemon juice is tough enough to bust through any grease on your kitchen appliances and counter tops. 2.Disinfect and deodorize your kitchen- Is your refrigerator or cutting boardreallyclean? Surfaces ...
will do that... all to be followed by my collection of vitamins...:) Read More
10 creative ways to use lemon juice by Veruska
1.Grease removal-A mixture of plain water and lemon juice is tough enough to bust through any grease on your kitchen appliances and counter tops. 2.Disinfect and deodorize your kitchen- Is your refrigerator or cutting boardreallyclean? Surfaces ...
really enjoyed reading this, well done V... I used to buy branded house hold cleaners but then I realised that my maid never uses them and she always asks me to buy her things like: soda, vinegar, white alcohol..etc... which she uses the clean ... Read More
blood test in Mauritius? by NannaFey
I suffer from rheumatoid arthritis which means that I need to have blood tests taken and the results sent to my specialist every 8 weeks. What kind of lab can I use that can handle this - does anybody know?
Hey, i did a blood test in Darne Clinic in Floreal and the total cost was 300Rs and i got the results within one day, if you ask them that it is urgent. Read More
EXPAT BLOG MEETUP ON APRIL 7TH - FLIC EN FLAC by Julien
It's time to celebrate Expat.com's 7th birthday ! The next Expat.com meet up will be on April 7th in Flic en Flac (starting 2pm), on the beach close to the police station (there's a little parking) Barbecue & bring'n'share as usual, you can invite ...
We will be there, and by We, i mean, Me, carrot cakes & Roger...:) leave some room for carrot cakes, we will be there around 5pm..:) Read More
EU driver's licence in MRU by Tura
Hi, does anyone have experience with EU driver's licence in Mauritius? Can I just simply get the permit to drive in MRU without a test..? Thanks for any info!!
Hi, I have an EU driver's licence (Irish) and it is accepted here in Mauritius as a driving licence... i am not sure about getting a Mauritian licence using an EU one, maybe someoe else could help with that. Read More
wedding photography in Mauritius by crammond
What about wedding photography? How hard is it for a foreign to come to mauritius, open a business and start with wedding photography? Or are there already too many photographers there?
Taking what Jim Haines said above, you also need to establish a relationship with the different resorts over here.. all the wedding photographers that i met also do hospitality/commercial photography for many resorts.. there are too many O.K ... Read More
Isn't it time ... by Julien
... to organise our first 2012 Expat.com meet up ? Maybe a bring'n'share on the beach, around Flic'n'Flac or Tamarin, in let's say 3 weeks ? What do you think ? Once we've got the date & place, I'll post again on the forum Thanks !
how about the long weekend in March, meet up on sunday the 11th....... hopefully there are working lamp posts near the beach.. Read More
About iphone 4S by baggio0609
how much the iphone 4S in Mauritius now?
Hey J, Hope you had a good time over the holidays. :) i actually ordered the iPhone 4s and posted it to Dublin while i was there for Christmas holidays and then when i left the airport i claimed the VAT back. Did the same thing over here just ... Read More
About iphone 4S by baggio0609
how much the iphone 4S in Mauritius now?
Hi there, I bought my iPhone 4S-16GB sim free from the online apple store for 599Euros + free postage, (that is an equivalent of 24,000Rs). In Orange shops/ Mauritius telecom they sell the 16GB iPhone 4S for 28,000Rs. I was in an Orange shop ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG DECEMBER MEETUP by Julien
Hi guys, time to organize our next meetup ! I propose you to meet on Saturday 10th December at Mon Choisy public beach, starting time 5 pm :) Bring'n'share as usual, you can invite as many friends as you want, everyone is welcome to participate ...
Julien, i will send you a virtual carrot cake..:) sorry that we are missing this expat meet up... Read More
EXPAT BLOG DECEMBER MEETUP by Julien
Hi guys, time to organize our next meetup ! I propose you to meet on Saturday 10th December at Mon Choisy public beach, starting time 5 pm :) Bring'n'share as usual, you can invite as many friends as you want, everyone is welcome to participate ...
ah, what a shame we are flying back hoome to Dublin on the 10th, would have loved to join.. will look forward to the January/February 2012 meetup..:) Mariam & Roger Read More
Sports shop by bagga7
Hi guys Does anyone know of a good sports shop, am looking for some diving gear, as well as some workout equipment. I am staying in Tamarin, so preferably somewhere close. Thanks!
Hi Bagga7, The best shop I found so far is J&J Lemaire, 30 Corner Capitaine Bruce & Edison Streets, in Rose Hill. Phone: 465 5791. They have a very big range of diving equipment and snorkelling equipment along with fishing stuff. Usually the ... Read More
Next expat blog meet up by Julien
Hi, I think it's time to organize the next Expat.com meet up ! Would you prefer to meet on a beach during the week end or would you prefer an afterwork drink on a Friday ? Votes are open :)
Thanks Sleeping Cookie & Rosiewestie.... i will leave it to busy bee Julien to set the date for both gatherings..and we will do all the showing up..:). Julien, there will be a CARROT CAKE involved.... Read More