Shyam
@spangles
English expat in Mauritius
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28
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3
About me
English
Lives in Floreal
Speaks English, French
Registration: 05 June 2013
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Notice to all expats by spangles
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000. You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ...
Hi What a bad experience you had with [Moderated: 3-letter name towing company]. I have to say I have had fantastic customer care with them for the last 14 years. They turn out for any breakdown within 30 mins usually. They towed our vehicle on one ... Read More
Notice to all expats by spangles
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000. You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ...
Thank you for sharing your experience. It is very helpful. :top:Hello Estherkw! Glad my little adventure today is useful to you :) Don't hesitate to share any mishaps with local companies. It will be more than useful to all of us so that we don't ... Read More
Notice to all expats
[Moderated: 3-letter name towing company] Towing 200 metres costs Rs 1000. You'll first be told it will cost Rs 500 to tow it back to your place then the guy will change his mind and quote Rs 1000 for every 200 metres. So that's 5k to the ... Read More
Whats the easiest way to get a job as a foreigner in Mru? by enitram
Hei guys! Scrolling up and down the myjob.mu site and so on, it seems pretty difficult to get a job in this beautiful island as a foreigner.. Im sure there are plenty of us out there who would love some "inside-input" on how to be able to live the ...
you're welcome! I might be able to hook you up with the hr who deals with the branch here but I don't know to what extent that person is allowed to take on someone who's already here on an expat contract. I'll ping the person and see what comes out ... Read More
Whats the easiest way to get a job as a foreigner in Mru? by enitram
Hei guys! Scrolling up and down the myjob.mu site and so on, it seems pretty difficult to get a job in this beautiful island as a foreigner.. Im sure there are plenty of us out there who would love some "inside-input" on how to be able to live the ...
Heya weenat Welcome to the forum! From what I've been told, it's better to be employed by a company based in eu that's got a branch/office on the island than going with local companies. If I'm not mistaking, Sky has a branch here for their customer ... Read More
Concerning Creole by hemsat
Hello guys! I'm new to the forum so nice to meet you all :D I was wondering for any long term expats, if anyone had found an effective way of learning creole (short of learning once in the country)? My dad is Mauritian but I grew up in ...
gees lots of acid on this thread. Read More
Buy a supply of termiticide by gpc
where can I buy a supply of termiticide in Mauritius please thanks
Borate acid is very effective against termites. If you don't have access to that, use rosemary oil, oil of citrus extracts like orange oil or limonene which are very effective as well and a natural alternative to petro chemical based termiticides. Read More
Not so late intro by spangles
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ...
hey Shyam! you are most welcome to join up with us on a sunday afternoon - anytime from around 5pm at our place, Santosha Refuge, in Tamarin - we have live music in our garden every sunday evening - it is a bring your own - so bring your drinks and ... Read More
Happy Birthday JULIAN by terence
This is to wish my buddy and brother Julian the founder of º£½ÇÂÒÂ× a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY. May GOD bless you with all the happiness and success in life and with º£½ÇÂÒÂ× worldwide. This blog has made life easier for many International business ...
what? No cake?!! Come on julien, we're all expecting a house party. Happy birthday! :D Read More
purchasng hotel in mauritius by gsquarecontinental
lukng any indian architect r n e one2 guide us v r prchsng hotel in mauritius
lukng any indian architect r n e one2 guide us v r prchsng hotel in mauritiusIs this a joke? For one, what would an architect be of any use to you if you have not acquired or leased an appropriate site already along with the necessary permit? Btw ... Read More
On a 21 days tourist visa in Mauritius but like to live here... by arshadsethi
Hello Everyone! I am from Pakistan and On a 21 days tourist visa in Mauritius. I know how to extend my visa and stay here a bit longer but I really like it here and would like to spend the rest of my life here. Kindly please let me know what are ...
Thank you for a reply. My visa is still valid for 11 or 12 days. Regarding the application for residence permit: Should I get a Job first or Should I apply for a work permit first? As I am not a rich person and cannot Invest here... Thanks ... Read More
Not so late intro by spangles
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ...
Thanks Jules! Oh wow that was a warm welcome from the rest :rolleyes: Read More
Investors required for an Ayurvedic Spa in Mauritius by jgjohn
hey I am looking for an investor to invest in an ayurvedi Spa based at mauritius. Approximate investment US$ 150000 ROI 50% and one year. Please revert if any one interested regards Jaiji
ROI 50% and one yearI wonder how many "highly profitable businesses" we can find on the internet ...Haha exactly my thoughts. 50pc ROI :lol: Scam written all over it. Tsk! Read More
Not so late intro
British expat living in Mauritius for a year now. Previously was expat in France. Both parents are Mauritians and I decided to up stick and move here when they retired two years ago and settle back here. Worked as a business analyst in UK and ... Read More
