Leisure in Mauritius - Expat Magazine
Marking a decade of rich melodies and meaningful encounters, the Mama Jaz festival dazzles with its artistic diversity and inviting atmosphere. In honor of its tenth anniversary, enjoy intimate interviews with the artists who illuminate its stages. Explore the passions and inspirations that fuel these exceptional talents, making Mama Jaz an essential destination for all music aficionados.
Mauritius, celebrated for its vibrant diversity and warm hospitality, becomes even more enchanting during the holiday season. Expatriates from all walks of life can discover unique celebrations that blend local traditions with international flair. Let's explore how Mauritius transforms this special time of year!
Marine excursions are a staple for tourists visiting Mauritius. However, a recent incident involving two Chinese tourists has reignited discussions surrounding the presence of sharks in Mauritian waters. Should you be concerned about sharks in Mauritius? And what precautions should be taken during sea outings?
Lots of exciting events await you, expats, in July despite the cold and rainy weather. From cultural festivals to concerts and creative workshops, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's a roundup of the must-attend events happening across the island throughout the month.
The Blue Penny Museum is currently hosting a free exhibition dedicated entirely to brèdes (leafy vegetables). The exhibition, running until January 13, 2024, results from a collaboration between artists Deepa Bauhadoor and Emmanuel Richon. Discover this star of local cuisine with 大咖福利影院.
Concerts, festivals, workshops, etc. Summer is already here, and with it comes a host of activities. Not sure what to choose? We're here to help with our November events calendar.
The 3rd edition of the Trou-d'Eau-Douce Book Festival will take place from October 13th to October 15th. A diverse group of literary figures from India, France, and the Indian Ocean will be in attendance, eager to meet you.
The 2023 Indian Ocean Island Games came to a close on Sunday, September 3rd, in Antananarivo, Madagascar. All in all, Mauritius secured 91 gold medals, 89 silver medals, and 103 bronze medals, finishing in second place just behind the host nation.
The second International Magic Festival, MISDIRECTION, is set to return to Mauritius this November following the success of its first edition. This year's show promises to be even more impressive, with a brand new selection of world-renowned artists.
June is here, and it has brought along lots of activities and shows for everyone to enjoy. This month, you can explore the talents of both local and international artists, go on a refreshing hike through unexplored parts of the island, or treat your children to a hilarious comedy show. There's something for every taste!
In a working-class neighborhood in Mauritius, an elderly man named Bolom goes missing. His son Ronaldo takes it upon himself to search for him and crosses paths with Ajeya, an Indian immigrant working as a laborer. This summarizes "Simin Zetwal," the latest film directed by David Constantin, which was released in theaters on May 24. The movie is in creole and subtitled in French.
Kenya star singer and media personality Anto Neosoul, performs for the first time in Mauritius. His music genre transcends Africa and blends many influences from Britain and America, as well as South African soulfoul singer. His sound is a mix of pop, jazz, soul and R&B, which in many ways blends perfectly with The Clarisse Sisters' influences. However, like our island unique Trio, Anto Nesoul will mesmerize you with his vocal abilities. Come and discover “Out of Africa”, a joint concert where Kenya meets Mauritius, to take you on a spectacular musical journey.
Calling all stand-up comedy enthusiasts! This year, our island is set to host a fantastic lineup of comedians. If you're in search of laughter and an enjoyable time, here are some of the top-notch comedians to catch live on stage this year. While three of them are French comedians and will only be accessible to French speakers, Paul Taylor is a British comedian who will perform a bilingual one-man show. He is himself a native English speaker living in a French-speaking country.
Attention music lovers! It is the time of the year for jazz and Mama Jaz is back with a month-long festival featuring a plethora of paid concerts and free events with artists from Mauritius and abroad. Gavin Poonoosamy, co-founder of the event, tells us about Mama Jaz.
Discover or rediscover the Gros Cailloux leisure park with 大咖福利影院 and spend a fun day doing outdoor activities, meeting other families, and learning more about the local flora and fauna.
Mauritius is more than just its famous blue lagoon and white sandy beaches. There is another important aspect to Mauritius that we tend to forget: its lush forests and abundant wildlife. Here are some of the island's many nature reserves open to visitors.
There are many expat blogs on the Internet, but many have, in some ways, run out of steam over time. The reasons for this are numerous, including the lack of interest and inspiration, fewer visits, too much competition, or a return to the country of origin. Let's try to find an explanation as to why expat blogs have been on the decline lately.
Christmas is a special and expected holiday for many to be around family and friends, but also for eating well with traditional foods. From turkey to sprouts, and chicken stews to pan d'épices – whatever festive feast expats are cooking this Christmas, they might be looking to eat, drink and be merry with local festive recipes, or they will even fancy trying international ones. Therefore, we compiled 7 Christmas dishes ideas for expats with alternatives for vegans.
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