Dominic
@dompriya
English expat in Mauritius
Forum posts
13
Contacts
5
About me
English
Lives in Port Chambly
Speaks English
Registration: 23 May 2013
Activity
Transferring Money by bijou44
I have recently moved to Mauritius from the UK and originally brought cash with me to exchange here, to get the best exchange rate. My problem now is the cash has dried up and I need a way to get the remainder of my savings, in the UK, into ...
Hi bijou, I use my lloyds and santander cards to withdraw money at atms or bank counters. You do need to get in touch with your bank to ask them to unlock your cards so you can use them abroad. The exchange rate I have with the bank is Rs50 per ... Read More
St. Patrick's Day in Mauritius! by Olga17
Dear all, does anybody know bars or places where this weekend will be celebration of St. Patrick's Day? I'm russian and it's not actually my holiday, but it became a good tradition in Saint-Petersburg every 17 March to go in bars or clubs, have a ...
I'm sure I heard about an Irish pub in pereybere. Something like Murphy's bar. If it's still around I'm sure they'll be celebrating too :) Read More
How do you feel Mauritius markets itself locally? by gurj
Why is it so difficult to obtain any information from hotels? With the exception of a few I am finding it increasingly frustrating to obtain info regarding resident rates for overnight stay/day use. Am I being naive in thinking that this is the ...
Hey Gurj, I'm not sure how you tried to get these info. But I usually ring the reception, who directs me to the reservation and I get all the details I need off them in a matter of minutes. Read More
Roti, Dholl Puri, or Farata?! by CourtinUSVI
Okay, we've been here an entire year now and I'm a bit ashamed to admit I continue to be 100% confused by the difference between these three! I LOVE to eat them, but never sure which one I am ordering. I think one might have a more "floury" kind ...
Hi Court! :) From what I know Roti and Farata (it's also known as chappati in india) is the same thing and that's the one which is a ''floury kind of bread'' as you put it. Whilst dholl puri is the yellow wrap usually made with dholl (yellow split ... Read More
What's expat blog for? by viviantan
Hi~! I'm seriously curious about what's º£½ÇÂÒÂ× for, if everyone can join even though their not EXPATS. What's the meaning of "expatriate"? I believed tons of them hasn't got a clue. Here are some explanation for those who're not sure what they ...
Poor Vivian seems to be somehow misunderstood :( Since she's not around to respond yet I can't help but clarify the post was sent after she's been bombarded with private messages from locals who seem to think this is a dating site. So, I think ... Read More
Canceling the lease by Nikolite
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Hi Nikolite, write a letter listing the number of occasions you contacted your landlord including the dates if you have them. Mention the landlord's numerous invalid excuses and attach this to a letter of notice to terminate your contract shall he ... Read More
Accommodation by cldgerard
Hi, I plan to be in Mauritius as from the 26th of June till the 16th of July. Can anybody recommend me a fully equiped 1 bedroom flat with WIFI in the North (Pereybere, Bain BÂœuf, Pointe aux Cannoniers or Grand Baie). Thanks. Claude GERARD Email: ...
Hi Gerard. Try Grand Bay suites or Mon Choisy Beach Resort. Both provide luxurious studios with wifi and all other facilities that come along with it. Read More
married in mauritius where can I divorce? by ascruts
Can anyone help/advise me as to what to do? My husband and I are both British. We married in Mauritius. Live in UAE. Do we need to divorce in Mauruitius or can we divorce in UK or UAE? Thank you in advance.
I understand you are both English, got married in Mauritius and have been currently residing in UAE. In that case, you can apply for a divorce petition in England even if neither of you are able to be physically present there. As long as the ... Read More
married in mauritius where can I divorce? by ascruts
Can anyone help/advise me as to what to do? My husband and I are both British. We married in Mauritius. Live in UAE. Do we need to divorce in Mauruitius or can we divorce in UK or UAE? Thank you in advance.
Hi ascruts, Are you and your husband both residents of the UAE or UK? If so, then how long have you had your residency for? Read More
Learner's License by MJKelder
Hello I have a problem, I made an application for a driver's license online for the 22 of May but I couldn't go because I was really sick, I am trying to do the application again but it's not working, how should I proceed. HELP PLEASE
Hi MJKelder, I suggest you try again later on and if it still isn't working then pop into Line Barracks in person to set a date. Read More