Ronald Tan
@ronald_tsc
Malaysian expat in the Seychelles
Forum posts
25
Contacts
6
About me
Malaysian
Lives in Mahe,Seychelles
Speaks English,Chinese,Malay,Cantonese,Indonesian
Registration: 26 August 2011
Moving to Seychelles by Jenrew
Hi, it looks like we are moving to Seychelles in September. I am looking at accommodation for my family, are there any areas we should avoid?
Somewhere near to Victoria or Beau Vallon would be preferable,avoid Mont Fleuri area as I been told there's alot of drug addicts and stealing is common. Read More
Gifts to bring? by Kenneth.Chu
Hi we're visiting some friends in Victoria, I was wondering what sort of gifts would be welcome? If there anything that is expensive in Seychelles or hard to get? We live in London.
Everything is hard to get in Seychelles and everything is expensive.I think you better get you friend a useful gift and not based on price tag.:) Read More
I NEED AN APARTMENT IMMEDIATELY IN MAHE OR ANY OTHER CHEAPER PLACE by david111
AM PRESENTLY IN MAHE AND I JUST GOT TO SEYCHELLES 3DAYS AGO AND I HAVE BEEN LIVING IN AN HOTEL BUT I NEED AN APARTMENT IMMEDIATELY AND MY BUDGET IS 3500RUPEES DOWNWARDS, PLEASE SOMEONE SHOULD HELP ME IMMEDIATELY I NEED IT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE PAYING ...
Try to look on the newspaper, but with that budget seems not a bit hard. Read More
I am from Ukraine, just moved to Seychelles - looking for new friends. by Iana.K
I am from Ukraine, just moved to Seychelles - looking for new friends.
Iana,I'm not sure if I spotted you yesterday, with a guy with blonde hair, he seems to be a reporter Read More
jiu jitsu in the seychelles? please help! by sjleitner
i am looking for someone or some place that does judo or jiu jitsu in the seychelles. does any know anything?
I just check with my friend,they are actually learning Karate not Jiu Jitsu Read More
Praslin - Looking to make Friends by sjleitner
I have just moved to Praslin to work in a hotel for 2 years and I would love to meet some people and make some friends. Is anyone new to Praslin or has been living here a while? Let me know :) I am friendly, easy going and just want to make the ...
Most people will based in Mahe. If you ever drop by in Mahe,there's plenty of people to look for =) Read More
jiu jitsu in the seychelles? please help! by sjleitner
i am looking for someone or some place that does judo or jiu jitsu in the seychelles. does any know anything?
I'm not sure about Praslin but seems there's some martial art lesson in Mahe though. ;D Ronald Read More
Moving to Seyshells by R.C.E
Hi Everyone!! I have a sweet job waiting over there. So I'll be coming to Seychells either end of December or end of January. Looking to make some friends and wanna know how life is over there?
Well,everything is expensive here coz they are usually imported goods. There will be VAT imposed next year January,so it will be more expensive. Bring whatever spices you need for cooking probably =) Read More
I am from Ukraine, just moved to Seychelles - looking for new friends. by Iana.K
I am from Ukraine, just moved to Seychelles - looking for new friends.
Welcome to Seychelles. Feel free to hangout during weekend for some outdoor activities..Hiking probably =) Read More
cost of living by Guest9383
hello everyone i will arrive in seychelles on 3 sept and i will be staying in beau vallon for 3 months just wondering what the prices are like for food compared to mauritius ??
Hi Monty, Daily expenses could be vary according to people,for my personal consumption I spend 400Rupees for a week only for food. You can buy all the Indian spices in Seychelles,there's alot of choices too.If you're checking on internet,you can ... Read More
my one week in Beijing
You can check out their website http://www.dit-inc.us/freegate Download and install,just open the program when u want to access to Facebook.Last time I used it was free,but I didn't saw any license to buy in their website,maybe u can give it a ... Read More
my one week in Beijing
You maybe access to Facebook or other restricted website by using a software called Freegate,it helps you to fake your IP address to so it will not be block by the government. Don't have any clue on house rental in Beijing.Hope this will help. Read More
Can I Run My Business From The Seychelles
Hi there, As far as I know finance sector is a quite sensitive industry,I'm not too sure you can setup a company here. You can stay here for 3 months with extended visa in Seychelles but need to provide the funds,the place you're staying in ... Read More
looking to rent a house by mauricija
Hello Guys, I am looking to rent a place in Mahe for 3 months, from december 17 for 2 persons. Any suggestions? Best wishes, Diovi Diofky@gmail.com
Dear Dovile, There's 2bedroom 2 bathroom house,at Barbarons Estate, I saw from newspaper. not too sure whether he's going to rent for 3 months but you may try ;-) Read More
looking to rent a house by mauricija
Hello Guys, I am looking to rent a place in Mahe for 3 months, from december 17 for 2 persons. Any suggestions? Best wishes, Diovi Diofky@gmail.com
Well,advertisement is not very common in Seychelles,not everyone has internet and it's expensive to have internet+the speed is very slow.At least they have the best nature =) Read More
looking to rent a house by mauricija
Hello Guys, I am looking to rent a place in Mahe for 3 months, from december 17 for 2 persons. Any suggestions? Best wishes, Diovi Diofky@gmail.com
There website I gave you last time is the best source in Seychelles,it's kinda hard to look for information for Seychelles thru internet. Ronald Read More
looking to rent a house by mauricija
Hello Guys, I am looking to rent a place in Mahe for 3 months, from december 17 for 2 persons. Any suggestions? Best wishes, Diovi Diofky@gmail.com
Dear Diovi, I have been asking around but it's kinda hard to find for 3 months around that budget.I will still be looking hope there will be a good news =) Ronald Read More
Successful job interview in the Seychelles by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in the Seychelles can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in the Seychelles ? What happens ...
Dear Julie, I haven't been to the interview here in Seychelles because I'm an interviewer myself for my company. I would advise decent formal attire is a must,speak confidently and sell yourself in front of the interviewer shouldn't be a problem to ... Read More
Interested in Living in Seychelles
Dear all, I personally think that you need to have some special skills or contribution for Seychelles to get a job,for example International school teacher,skilled engineer for certain industries or maybe tourism industries.Seychelles main income ... Read More
How to keep ourself busy for a week in Seychelles?
Hey Nizy, For me,I will jz take random bus on weekend alone to places I dunno and explore the beauty of it,walking,trekking,swimming.Something will jz surprise you.Take some beautiful pictures and share with your friends about Seychelles =) If you ... Read More
cell phone companies/service
Hi smt5019, The major service provider is Cable and Wireless & Airtel. You can check online at their website for more detail at: cwseychelles.com africa.airtel.com/seychelles Regards, Ronald Read More
Public transportation in the Seychelles
Hey Amand, The main transportation is bus,you can check the website at http://www.sptc.sc for the schedule. I use this service everyday.It is safe and it's 5 Rupees for each trip 0600-2000,2000 onwards is 8 Rupees. If you want to travel purpose,I ... Read More
cost of living by Guest9383
hello everyone i will arrive in seychelles on 3 sept and i will be staying in beau vallon for 3 months just wondering what the prices are like for food compared to mauritius ??
There's plenty of place you can shop for food in town and it's very convenient.The shop usually close at 5p.m/6p.m. Averagely I spent 300-400Rupees per week for groceries. Read More
cost of living by Guest9383
hello everyone i will arrive in seychelles on 3 sept and i will be staying in beau vallon for 3 months just wondering what the prices are like for food compared to mauritius ??
If it's a normal take away cost average Rp30,it's better to buy food and cook yourself at home,it will be much cheaper that way. Regards, Ronald Read More