andreaChad
South African expat in Mauritius
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South African
Lives in grand baie
Registration: 20 December 2010
First time here.
Thanks global village, ita nice to feel welcomed! Read More
Bagatelle mall of Mauritius by terence
Hi Guys, I started this thread for your opinion on this new mall in Mauritius. I checked it out today , an excellent place to hang out. Ideal place to spend your day shopping and enjoying the Food Court. For English movie lovers, I confirmed that ...
I've never felt unsafe going out in Mauritius unaccompanied! Maybe that's because I'm from South Africa,haha! Will be nice when woolies etc is open and lambic is opening there, that will be nice..personally I think circle square in grand baie will ... Read More
Pre-primary and primary schools on east coast? by artemis100
Hello, We might be moving to Mauritius and I was wondering if anyone knows of any good schools (international or not) on the east coast? (around Poste or Centre de Flacq). Thank you! Artemis
Well I'm int the north near the international schools five mins drive from our house..we like grand baie area and we often go to the east coast for the day as this is very easy to do..the schools near us are very nice too, that being ips for primary ... Read More
Pre-primary and primary schools on east coast? by artemis100
Hello, We might be moving to Mauritius and I was wondering if anyone knows of any good schools (international or not) on the east coast? (around Poste or Centre de Flacq). Thank you! Artemis
Hi Artemis, The east coast is beautiful but for schools you woul have to commute to labourdonnais probably, near pamplemousses..it is doable depending upon where on the east coast you are..roach noir and poste Lafayette, you could do this ... Read More
Dogs need haircut in Tamarin by Rosiewestie
Hi Guys, Hope someone can help me out :) After a very successful "human" haircut yesterday - in fact the best haircut/colour I have ever had and so reasonably priced too - I now need to find a local Dog Groomer. Nothing fancy required as I just ...
Hi Dee, are you on facebook? There is a group called black river moms, that is a group of expat ladies based in Tamarin/Black river that is vey useful for this kind of info..I can add you if you like andi Read More
no formula1 and live rugby world cup finals in mauritius ?
Dstv is pretty good. Supersport has excellent sports coverage! Read More
Swim Nappies
P. S, there is a baby group that meets at river land sports club in tamarin every week if you would like to take your daughter Read More
Furniture by advocat333
Hi All, Any good furniture shop recommendations? Looking for stylish beds, nice sofas, coffee tables etc. I'd also be interested in meeting furniture makers who come recommended, if anyone knows any. I tried finding a place called lovely home ...
If you log on to lexpressproperty.com, they have a section called build and decorate, which has a comprehensive list of all interior design shops, furniture makers, stockiest of linen etc. Happy decorating! Read More
Paediatrician in Black River area by Ethan's Mommy
Hi all, We are moving to Mauritius at the end of October/ beginning of November with our one year old son. Can someone please suggest a good paed in that area? Thanks :)
Dr Neetoo is the goto paed in that area, she is a lovely Irish lady with a wonderful manner and is very caring..she shares rooms with Dr Piat I think twice a week as the rest of the time she works in rose hill with her husband, also a paed.. You can ... Read More
Considering to work in Mauritius, advise needed by jaslin
I've been offered a job at Cyber city. How's the environment over there? Is it convenient for everyday living (ie grocery shopping and etc)? The tax rate will be 15%?
The brand new mall, bagatelle mall of Mauritius is five minutes drive from ebene, and this has international cinemas, many restaurants and international brand shops, everything you could possibly want!. Ebene is close to Port Louis, the obnly ... Read More
restaurants for children ? by AnnaMak
Hi everyone, We are looking for a restaurant or cafe made for children with people in costumes and children activities, or maybe just a restaurant with a playground inside. Does anyone knows if there are places like that in Mauritius? Your help ...
Also le pirogue hotel seeing as you are in flic en flax Read More
restaurants for children ? by AnnaMak
Hi everyone, We are looking for a restaurant or cafe made for children with people in costumes and children activities, or maybe just a restaurant with a playground inside. Does anyone knows if there are places like that in Mauritius? Your help ...
You can hire the kids club at club med for birthday parties which has awesome facilities and you can request clown, magician etc Read More
Remedial schools in Mauritius
Well, IPS is the feeder school to Northfields High School across the road, which offers both Cambridge and international Baccalaureate diplomas and is very well regarded. The new headmaster is a lovely man formerly from St Charles in ... Read More
Remedial schools in Mauritius
Hi Belinda, IPS in Labourdonnais outside Grand Baie is an English medium school that has a special educational needs department,perhaps contact them to discuss your daughters specific requirements. Good Luck, Andi Read More
2 Weeks to go! Any Tips? by Rosiewestie
Hi everyone, Well I am getting excited - only 2 weeks to go until I come to join my husband in beautiful Mauritius! I am shipping a small container out. Any tips on what I should bring with me from home? Or anything which you may have thought ...
Hi HeyJude, Quality living centre is in royal road castel, near the Phoenix breweries. They have an arcasa there which does cards and candles, they also have lovely kitchenware, linens, curtaining, gifts etc, all very good brands..arcasa then also ... Read More
2 Weeks to go! Any Tips? by Rosiewestie
Hi everyone, Well I am getting excited - only 2 weeks to go until I come to join my husband in beautiful Mauritius! I am shipping a small container out. Any tips on what I should bring with me from home? Or anything which you may have thought ...
Kindle is a lifesaver! Make sure you have one! Most things can be got here, I find clothing shopping fine, and now that marks and sparks opening in September no problem to find undies etc.. @heyJude.. Arcasa in grand baie or quality living centre ... Read More
Yoga classes in the north by zeina
Hi Anyone know if there are yoga classes in the north, around curepipe there are loads foc but i can't find the no to call in the north Thanks zeina
There are yoga and pilates classes in grand baie business park, ask at reception Read More
Is domestic help available in Mauritius? by Yelles
Hi There, I was wondering if domestic help is available in Mauritius? Is it a common thing or does the average person clean their own houses? If it is common, what would the daily rate be for domestic help? Would you go through an agency or is it ...
Blimey, I must have the two most overpaid maids on the island, haha! I would say rates on average comparable with SA, and quality of staff too Read More
Rent a surf board? by linapascal
Hey expat friends! Hope that everybody's korek! Does anybody know where (and for how much) I can rent a surf board? Thanks!
Hi, I don't know rates, but tamarin hotel has surfboardsvto rent. Read More
Horse Riding classes for children by Coolhand
Can some one please direct me to a horse riding school where mu 12year old daughter can take classes. preferable to be on the Black River area - we will be moving there soon
La Louisa stables near Grand Baie in the north has excellent facilities, reasonably priced and well trained horses and ponies Read More
Ballet classes for children by Coolhand
Does any one know of ballet classes, for my year old daughter. or please point me to a tutor for her?
Hi, T the gym in grand baie, and also on chemin ving pieds, near the famous butcher in Grand Baie, there os a ballet studio Read More
Doctor for high risk pregnancy by Vids
Hi all I was wondering if any one could recommend an experienced doctor who can also handle high risk pregnancies. I have already checked Apollo Bramwell but not too happy with what we'll get there. Have also sent an email to St Espirit Clinic but ...
Hi there, I had a high risk pregnancy suffering hyperemesis, and I would recommend Dr Mario at St Esprit clinc, and clinique Darne Read More
Ladies of a Certain Age! by donna4rich
Hi! I've seen lots of posts from young mums looking for friends but is there no one of my 'certain age' (50 shhhhhh!) looking for friends? I love mixing with younger people but would dearly love to have some friends of my age too! We have just as ...
Hi Donna. Most of my friends are around your age, a fantastic group of ladies! Read More
Pick 'n Pay Mauritius by Mardu
Hi there, I was wondering how you all feel about the new Pick 'n Pay opening at Bagatelle & Cascavelle Malls later this year?
Thereis one opening in tamarin, grand baie and the new mall of Mauritius..this is great, however Super U has everything pick n pay has and much more besides! Read More
Pre-primary schools in Centre Mauritius by Mardu
Hi there, I have a 3 year old daughter and we will be moving to Mauritius from South Africa, in June. I am looking for an english pre-primary school around the Moka area, except for Clavis. We will move to the north (Grand Baie) next year and she ...
Hi Evestyles, My daughter is three and I pay Rps 2000 a month for private Montessori school, imagine the same for one year old... Read More
irish pub in mauritius by dubleen
hey guys i want to know if there is any irish pub in mauritius yet??? that would be great if there is any :rolleyes:
I second that! We need a 'real' fake Irish pub here! Read More
Pre-primary schools in Centre Mauritius by Mardu
Hi there, I have a 3 year old daughter and we will be moving to Mauritius from South Africa, in June. I am looking for an english pre-primary school around the Moka area, except for Clavis. We will move to the north (Grand Baie) next year and she ...
Oh sorry, have just reread your post and get it! You are in centre first...mmm, not sure, there are probably a few in floral, good luck! Post when you arrive and you can bring her for a playmate with my daughter KR Read More
Pre-primary schools in Centre Mauritius by Mardu
Hi there, I have a 3 year old daughter and we will be moving to Mauritius from South Africa, in June. I am looking for an english pre-primary school around the Moka area, except for Clavis. We will move to the north (Grand Baie) next year and she ...
Hi there, If you are living in the north can she not go to pre primary in grand baie area? There are two excellent pre primaries here, Martinecollete in Pereybere and il d'ozenfants(sp?) a Montessori one in Pont aux Connaniers. My three year old ... Read More
irish pub in mauritius by dubleen
hey guys i want to know if there is any irish pub in mauritius yet??? that would be great if there is any :rolleyes:
Nope, murphys is a thing of the past I'm afraid. However Lambic in PL is fantastic, great atmosphere and a beer drinkers paradise, seriously every beer in the world! Read More
single parent moving to mauritius ? by jane15030
Hi there, i am looking at the possibility of moving from France to Mauritius. I have a good job offer in education and am now looking for any advice and what real life in Mauritius could be like for a single parent family with 2 children of school ...
Hi Jane, I think you and your children would feel happy and safe in Mauritius. I have two small children and my husband travels abroad often for work. I always feel safe in our large house here. You and your children will meet and make friends ... Read More
Pointe D'Esny/ Blue Bay expat scene
Thanks Miiriam, That sounds ideal and just the sort of thi g we are looking for, the beaches in Grand Baie are gorgeous, but they do get quite busy on the weekends! Andi Read More
Pointe D'Esny/ Blue Bay expat scene
Thanks Rod, it looks beautiful and laid back down there, will definitely come down soon to check it out! andi Read More
Pointe D'Esny/ Blue Bay expat scene
Hi all, I live in Grand Baie, but we Re thinking of renting a small weekend cottage down in blue bay area. Is there an expat scene down there? Good beaches I'm sure? Is there a gym and a golf course nearby? Thanks a lot andi Read More