Nik
@niknpatel
English expat in South Africa
Forum posts
33
Contacts
4
About me
English
Lives in Grand Baie
Speaks English / Hindi / Gujarati / Conversational German, Spanish & French
Registration: 01 May 2012
Any Crossfit Gyms or Good Gyms in General Around Westlands? by cameronhuntley1
Hello ex-pat blog! So I'm hoping some Nairobi natives or transplants can help me out here. I'm looking for a gym with good classes, ideally in the high intensity, quick workout area, and good equipment--and a focus on actually doing correct ...
Hi there, So i'm from the US too, currently spend 2 weeks per month in Nairobi (Westlands) and the other 2 in Jo'burg, SA. I go to the Racing Sports Gym (opposite Havanas Bar) in Westlands....it's the "best" gym i've seen ... Read More
Wanted - low cost car hire for 6 months by 1952rifle
Hi, Looking to rent a small car for approximately 6 months from November 2013. Must be reliable, fully insured, roadworthy and air conditioned. Up to MR500 per day.
Hi there, I'm renting a Honda Fit for 15k/month, so approx 500/day. I've been using a guy out of Triolet, and they've been good.....my wife, and 2 of my colleagues rented from them too. i can PM you their info if you want. Read More
8 digit migration on 1st September!!
Hello mate, do you know which Android app/ iOS app would do this?....i have alot of numbers that would need changing. cheers, nik Read More
I am Brazilian moving to Mauritius by fetak
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Hi Fatek, Welcome to the island. We just moved to Mauritius from NYC earlier, and one of our best friends has also moved here fmor Colombia....we are living in Grand Baie & Port Chamblay area. Good to connect! cheers, nik Read More
Bain Boeuf or Grand Gaube?
Hi there, We moved from New York to MRU.....and i think that Grand Baie is the best place to look. Bain Boeuf and Grand Gaube are still a little away to the east from here on the coastal road and not as much "Things to do" there. thats just my ... Read More
Spurs vs Arsenal at Zoobar, QB
Hello mate, I'll try to get down there....would be great to see my YIDS smash the Gooners! COYS! Read More
Long term car rental by Diego Garcia 2
I need to rent a car long term, 8 months from March 2013.My budget is RS 15000 per month.The car must be:Fairly recent modelAir ConPower steeringMedium sizeGood tyres.InsuranceI will service and repair the car and take the cost off the rental or if ...
Hi mate, i rented from a guy called Fardeen (i can send you their number if you like). as with everything else in Mauritius, their service is OK....i bitched and moaned a few times and went through a few cars with them til i got a DECENT one. as ... Read More
Social life in Mauritius for Expats by Arnie_UK
Hi guys, I might be moving to Mauritius in 2 months but before making a final decision I would like to know how easy it is to meet expat. I'm a social person and I would like to build a new friends network once there. Is there a proper night life ...
Hi Arnie, so I'm originally from London....have spent the past 10yrs working and living in New York, and my wife, 3yr old and I just moved to MRU last month. TBH with you mate, the "social scene" here is not all that. I'm used to the "high life" ... 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
Hi there Andrea, do you have a website, email or # for these stables? we just moved to Grand Baie, and i'd like to get my 4yr old riding. cheers, nik Read More
Newbie in Mauritius by RyanDon
Hey all! My name is Ryan and this is my first post in expat-blog and I was hoping to meet some like minded people here! I recently moved to Mauritius last month and I plan to stay here for 6 to 12 months while working. My French is very limited ...
Welcome mate! im a newbie to Mauritius too. defo be good to meet up with other expats on the island! Read More
Hi - Just moved to Quatre Bornes by Ben411
Hello good people, I have recently moved to QB and was wondering if you could share some information on the finer points of this (allegedly) lovely city. For instance: Recommendations regarding pubs/bars, restaurants (local Mauritian especially) ...
Hi there mate, QB is totally fine...i've been out there after dark a few times with work people (wanted to go to local MRUtn joints!.....great cheap food and booze....not too sure of the name though. I'm sure people from QB will give you more ... Read More
Sports in the north
Hi magnus, my wife and i moved to GB from New York a few weeks ago. we just joined the Riverland Sports Club in Grand Baie La Croisette last week...great place. they have tennis courts, but no badminton courts, football pitches etc. if ... Read More
where can i buy cooking spice from india? by subharaju
Can i know where in mru can i get masala or cooking spice which is from india...the local masala dont hv much spice in it
In Grand Baie Market, there is a lady that makes fresh masala....good stuff! Read More
Tennis
If anyone wants to play at Riverland in Grand Bay, then count me in! Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
OP WORK PERMIT UPDATE: Hi all, so just wanted to give you my experience about applying for my Work Permit / OP. I arrived here in Mauritius on 11th Jan. Had my medical on 14th Jan. Then the company here in Port Louis that handles our OP ... Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
Hi Ben, Fellow Yiddo here that just moved 3 weeks ago to Grand Baie. We have "The Beach House" and "Coko Loko" up here in Grand Baie where a lot of Brit & SA expats go to watch the footie games. hows about in QB?...where you Yids go?! lets link ... Read More
Looking girlfriends or couples to spend nice time with by Monsa
Hello I am Moonika, 34 years old lady from Estonia I am living @ Costal Road, Tamarin. Quite often i spend time also @ north, Bain Boeuf, Cap Malheureux (but of course all other areas are also OK) Looking friends to spend nice time together ...
Hi there, Im a Brit too, and my wife, 3yr old daughter and I just moved here from New York 2 weeks ago too. So once you and your fiancee are over here in the north, would be great to catch up with like minded people...and of course a Brit! Read More
Better late than never by GT77
Hey everyone Firstly I wanted to mention how useful this site has been. I have actually been in Mauritius for a couple of months and certainly found some of the info very useful. I was born and raised in England, but my father is Mauritian. I have ...
Hi all, i am a Brit too, but have been living in New York for the past 10yrs, and i just moved here to Grand Baie with my wife and 3.5yr old daughter 2 weeks ago for work too. always willing to network and connect with fellow expats here, and ... Read More
New member - question about cars/motorcycles
Hi mate, are you moving here with your family or alone?....if you are moving here alone, then $7,900/month will allow you a GREAT lifestyle....and if you are moving with your family, then it will allow you a GOOD lifestyle! I just moved over here ... Read More
What is the FASTEST internet provider in Grand Baie? by niknpatel
Hi there, We just moved to Grand Baie from New York last weekend, and i am looking for the best/fastest internet connection for my home office. I went to EMTEL yesterday, and bought their "Home & Office" Internet modem that SUPPOSEDLY is ...
Hi RCK01, Yes you are right....a joy of the island i guess! So our daughter is going to the IPS British school in the North of the island, and starts tomorrow....we are living in Grand Baie, so it makes sense to send her there due to distance. Hi ... Read More
What is the FASTEST internet provider in Grand Baie? by niknpatel
Hi there, We just moved to Grand Baie from New York last weekend, and i am looking for the best/fastest internet connection for my home office. I went to EMTEL yesterday, and bought their "Home & Office" Internet modem that SUPPOSEDLY is ...
Sorry for the late response...my speeds are: 3.52Mbps (DL) and 0.16Mbps (UL) so i GUESS i shouldn't complain....i guess......! how much does this shows ? http://www.speedtest.net/ I'm using Orange (home use): Download 2 Mbps - Upload 0.29 Mbps Read More
What is the FASTEST internet provider in Grand Baie? by niknpatel
Hi there, We just moved to Grand Baie from New York last weekend, and i am looking for the best/fastest internet connection for my home office. I went to EMTEL yesterday, and bought their "Home & Office" Internet modem that SUPPOSEDLY is ...
I think you maybe right Julien...BUT i think there has to be something faster than what i currently have here! Hi Nik, unfortunately I think you will never be impressed by the Internet speed in MRU :/ Read More
What is the FASTEST internet provider in Grand Baie?
Hi there, We just moved to Grand Baie from New York last weekend, and i am looking for the best/fastest internet connection for my home office. I went to EMTEL yesterday, and bought their "Home & Office" Internet modem that SUPPOSEDLY is ... Read More
Long term car rental by Diego Garcia 2
I need to rent a car long term, 8 months from March 2013.My budget is RS 15000 per month.The car must be:Fairly recent modelAir ConPower steeringMedium sizeGood tyres.InsuranceI will service and repair the car and take the cost off the rental or if ...
FYI....i ended up renting a Honda Fit for 15k/month....so i think i got a great deal in the end....unless anyone else thinks otherwise?! :) Read More
American Primary School by sally1968
I just saw an ad on the newspaper about the new American International Academy opening this year. Has anyone been to the school yet? We will be registering our son for standard 4 at the open house this weekend. They are taking admissions for both ...
Hi there. We just moved yesterday from Connecticut to Grand Baie yesterday . We'll be here for a few years for work. Where is this school? We have a 3.5yr old daughter. Read More
Long term car rental by Diego Garcia 2
I need to rent a car long term, 8 months from March 2013.My budget is RS 15000 per month.The car must be:Fairly recent modelAir ConPower steeringMedium sizeGood tyres.InsuranceI will service and repair the car and take the cost off the rental or if ...
Hi there, i am moving from New York to Grand Baie this coming Thursday, and i am looking rent a Automatic car (start of with 2-3 months). please can you guys let me know who i should speak to, to get the best deal there. cheers! nik Read More
English Primary Schools by Dimples
Hi I will be relocating to Mauritius in April. I have a six year old son and he only speaks English, are there primary schools other than the International schools that teaches in English?????
Hi all, we are moving to MRU in Jan, and we have enrolled our 3.5yr old daughter in to the IPS school in Laboudonnais in the North. We will be living in Grand Baie, so this is only 15mins away. Read More
British, moving to Mauritius by David Expat
Hi all, My name's David, I'm British (English), and my Mauritian wife, baby daughter and I are looking to move to Mauritius. We'll be in Mauritius from early December to mid-January staying with our family, when we also hope to sort out residency ...
Hi all, I will be moving to Grand Baie, Mauritius in January for work. I'll be leaving the "Big Apple" of New York to move to the "Big Small Island" that is Mauritius! Im a fellow Brit, and a SPURS fan! So would love to meet up with fellow Brits ... Read More