Mookelama's kid
New Zealander expat in Vanuatu
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Registration: 21 February 2010
What do you like the most in Vanuatu? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vanuatu? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vanuatu and the reason why you enjoy ...
Way to go Samsonlab. Totally agree. Hope you aren't bald yet :-) :-) Read More
What do you like the most in Vanuatu? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vanuatu? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vanuatu and the reason why you enjoy ...
Oh lord Michigan, After living here for a few years, it's hard to cope with the cold. Corrupt minister's is what I mean, and not the religious kind...................although!!!!!!! Never bribed a cop, and never will, in Vanuatu, that is. ... Read More
What do you like the most in Vanuatu? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vanuatu? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vanuatu and the reason why you enjoy ...
My theory to the beef is it, comes from unstressed cattle. Unstressed cattle = great beef. We too tried growing our own fruit/veges, then realised there's not much point, it's so cheap at the market, it's not worth the hassle. Unless ... Read More
What do you like the most in Vanuatu? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vanuatu? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vanuatu and the reason why you enjoy ...
First and foremost, the weather. No traffic lights, no parking meters, no Uncle Sam breathing down ones neck. Cheap fruit and vege's from the market. The gorgeous garden one can have. The different colours of the water. The warmth of the water. ... Read More
Building Project Espiritu Santo
Please make sure the dwelling is strong enough to with stand cyclones and earth quakes. Read More
Cost of Prescription Medication in Vanuatu
The cost of medicine is appalling, but we are surprised at the range of medication available. Hope that helps. Read More
For those of you who are now residents
Firstly, there are lots of things people don't tell you before moving to Vanuatu. You learn as you go along, believe me. You can get most things here, food wise. No Hokey Pokey :-( :-( no Vogels Original. No decent bread at all really. One ... Read More
Medical care
Dr Jean Phillipe. His rooms are opposite Waterfront Bar and Grill, upstairs. Read More
Postal Service
Everything is slow in Vanuatu :-) :-) I can't speak for other's but an awful lot walks from the PV Post Office. I took it up with the post mistress, who assured me, everyone who sends parcels are putting the incoorect address on the parcel. ... Read More
Healthcare in Vanuatu
Yes, tropical ulcers are the bane of expats life in Vanuatu. Hubby suffered with them very badly for the first year, mainly scratches/cuts below the knees and hands. We are not absolutely certain on this, but we wonder if they get infected so ... Read More
House swap Efate, Vanuatu. by Stuf
Hi we are looking for a executive house swap for 2 adults from mid Jan15 for a year. Would consider car swap as well. Our house is on the Sunshine Coast, Qld. It is an executive beach front home and we would like to obtain a similar standard ...
Hi Bakura, My response to the original home swap was not criticsm, far from it, it was an attempt to point out the "spirit" of home swaping. If anything, I was trying to help these people to open their minds to ALL offers, whether it be a ... Read More
Kayaks to buy by Marie Geraldine
Hello again everyone, Would anyone know where I could find a second hand kayak to buy in Vila? Cheers, Marie G
I will have a chat to my friend Marie. She has several. I will let you know. What sort are you looking for? 1 seater, 2 seater????? Read More
House swap Efate, Vanuatu. by Stuf
Hi we are looking for a executive house swap for 2 adults from mid Jan15 for a year. Would consider car swap as well. Our house is on the Sunshine Coast, Qld. It is an executive beach front home and we would like to obtain a similar standard ...
You are very welcome :cool: Read More
House swap Efate, Vanuatu. by Stuf
Hi we are looking for a executive house swap for 2 adults from mid Jan15 for a year. Would consider car swap as well. Our house is on the Sunshine Coast, Qld. It is an executive beach front home and we would like to obtain a similar standard ...
We have been involved with house swapping since the mid 80's when was in it's infancy. Over the years we have swapped well over 25 homes throughout the world. I have never understood this requirement of some people wanting a swap with a ... Read More
Cost of living Port Vila
(1) They are not cheap Wayne, approx 100,000 - 200,00 per month. (2) Roughly 100 vatu per day or 75 vatu per kw. It is horrendeously expensive. We have to charge extra per day for our 2 bed holiday cottage if guests require air-con. Regrettable, ... Read More
Port Vila Dental Care
It takes me back to when my hubby had a toothache. Against my advice, he decided to go to the dentist at the hospital. So he's in the waiting room, and a large Ni Van walks towards him in an absolutely filthy, blood splattered coat/apron. ... Read More
Police Clearance Report from Vanauatu
You need to get a Police clearance from the country you were born/live in. It's not difficult, unless you have previous convictions. Hope that helps. Read More
Lawyers and Legal Jargon by Uncle Baldrick
Hi All, well after 9 months and 4 trips to Vanuatu we are now having documents drawn up to purchase 2.5 acres in Espritu Santo. Its a cash deal and we're wondering if 1) We need a lawyer? & 2) Who is a good Lawyer who is recommended. ...
Congratulations on your purchase, but PLEASE do it through a lawyer. I know of 2 or 3 incidents where people have bought property, only to discover, the person they bought it from, doesn't own it. We have a lawyer, but I can't recommend him, ... Read More
looking for retirement + business venture + advice with business idea by hshepherd
will be arriving in Vanuatu in 2 weeks. My family wants me to look for a retirement and possible business venture. I'm gonna have to stay a while and I might need to find work and housing. Any help with how to navigate the government red tape ...
Just tried to email you, recieved a "Return to sender" as Elvis would say :-) :-) Can you kindly check that your email address is correct. Many thanks. :cool: Read More
come and live in Vanuatu
Hi Michelle, It would be wonderful to have another family join us in PV. I don't have children, so I'm no expert on schooling here, however a large amount of kids that reach secondary school, are sent home to boarding school. Apparently ... Read More
Bring the Car or don't bring the Car
Is your Subaru LHD? if not you can't bring it in, unfortunately. Hooning on these roads would be very dangerous, few expats ride bikes. We have imported 3 cars, (one to go) but only because they are unusual, and LHD. There's too many cars ... Read More
The other side of the Ni Vanuatu postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
That certainly is a lovely poem Bella, very apt. Read More
The other side of the Ni Vanuatu postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
I have thought a lot about Dyna's review, and have decided to reply. I see 4 different types of people who move to Vana's, and probably other places in the world. (1) People who have been transferred there for work, they complete their contracts and ... Read More
Rental enquiry for May- June
Hi Gabi, I can offer you a cute 2 bedroom cottage (4 km's from town) for the dates you require for $AU2500.00 plus a refundable $200 bond. Read More
The other side of the Ni Vanuatu postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Leaving ones family/friends, country can be a little overwhelming. We moved to Port Vila in 2009 to get away from Wellingtons incessant rain, and traffic that was getting worse by the day. We could have moved out of Wellington, but that's too safe. ... Read More
Plan for Vanuatu
Hi Carrie & Nick, I'm not sure if the answer is splashed across the ex-pat blog, or if it's private. I would be more than happy to answer your questions. See if you can send me a private message. Look forward to hearing from you. Paradise, over and ... Read More
Health Care Jobs
Try Dr Jean Phillippe King phone 22219 Port Vila. Best of luck. Read More
Relocating to Vanuatu this year
Hi Manuel, What an invredible experience if you get the job. Life in Vanuatu is like stepping back in time, 30 - 40 years. We have been here almost 4 years, and there is absolutely no way we will ever leave. The advantages outweigh the ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Vanuatu by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Vanuatu, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
Absolutely not, no concentration required, I have a dozen more positives to add. There's no hard and fast rule is there?? Relax be happy my dear, lifes to short to quibble about something so extremely minor. Now I just might add another 12 :-) :-) Read More
5 good reasons for living in Vanuatu by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Vanuatu, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
Wonderful Dayna. The weather alone, makes a gal delighted to be alive. No more brass monkeys getting in and out of the shower :-) Where will you live whilst here? I was chatting to another lovely lady a few days ago, who is seriously thinking of ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Vanuatu by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Vanuatu, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
All I can do is wish you much happiness here "D" and I hope your business is very successful. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Vanuatu by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Vanuatu, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
Hi Dayna, How lovely to hear you are moving to paradise. Where did you buy? assuming you have done so. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Vanuatu by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Vanuatu, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
FORGET 5 REASON'S, LET'S GET DOWN TO BUSINESS. (1) No traffic lights. (2) No parking metres. (3) Fauna & Flora (4) Weather (5) Spectacular lightening shows (6) Best beef in the world. (7) No intrusive Councils (8) Water colour witin the ... Read More
Storage facilities
I don't know of any sorry. However, if you put a "Storage Required" on the notice board at Au Bon Marche supermarket, some kind ex-pat may allow you to leave them with him/her. Had our house been finished, you could have left them in our garage, ... Read More
Cost of family pets being transported from nz to Vanuatu
We are just in the process of doing that as I type, gosh it's a long winded process. It's too much to type it all here, but I'm more than happy to give any advice possible (ours is jet setting) on 30th May. If you would like to send a private email, ... Read More
Meeting some expat locals by Kathy&perry
Hello We are coming to visit Port Vila next week, about our 5th visit would like to meet, maybe have a drink and a chat or even dinner to hear about living in Port Vila. We would appreciate some local advice on business and home buying. We are a ...
Sadly Kathy & Perry, we are going to miss catching up with you, we are currently o/seas. We would have enjoyed chatting to you regarding buying etc. Why not email us a private message with all your questions, I would be more than happy to answer ... Read More
Healthcare in Vanuatu
If you are coming over as a tourist, it's imperative you have medical insurance. If you intend living in Vana's, it's extremely advisable to have an insurance that covers medi-vac, god forbid one should need it. Port Vila hospital leaves a lot to be ... Read More
DOG SITTER'S IN PARADISE
Hi all, We are seriously considering getting a dog to keep us, being Darby & Joan, company. But what does one do with mutley when one goes on holiday, or has to leave with little warning, for what ever reason? Would anyone considered reciprical dog ... Read More
A DINING CLUB FOR EX-PATS
Hi all, Would anyone be a starter for an ex-pat dining club, perhapes once a month to get together and enjoy one anothers company. It will also be a great way to meet people. Unable to get the ball rolling just yet, as we will be away for 2 months. ... Read More
Can a Retired Canadian move to Vanuatu? by DaveRogers
Hello! I am retiring in a few years from a life as a commercial airline Pilot. I have flown to SYD from YVR many many times and love the South Pacific. My wife and I would love to move to Vanuatu for a few years after retirement. How feasable is ...
Hi David, There is no malaria on Afate Aneityum, or Fortuna anywhere else you must take extreme care. Spending a month here is very sensible. I think most ex-pats come to (Vanuatu) and mainly Efate, but there are a few ex-pats on outer islands ... Read More
How to make friends in the Vanuatu
I guess it will be as difficult as moving anywhere else. Once we move there permantly I will volunteer at the hospital. We lived in Vila for 4 months last year, and found all the ex-pats to be very friendly. The Grand (aka Sebel) apparently have a ... Read More