Insights into daily life in Mauritius, including cost of living, housing, education, work, wellness, and modern island living.
Lifestyle Whether you are a local resident looking for your first apartment in the center of the island, or an international investor considering a coastal villa, buying property in Mauritius is a major financial commitment. Mauritius attracts both local buyers and foreign investors across different property segments. However, looking at the advertised listing price of a […]
Lifestyle Navigating medical bills in a new country requires clear, accurate information. Whether you need treatment for an unexpected illness, an injury, or are planning to welcome a new baby, knowing exactly what to expect from the real cost of private healthcare in Mauritius is crucial for managing your finances effectively. To provide clarity, we have […]
Lifestyle Let’s talk about the one thing we all do, regardless of whether we live in a beachfront villa or a cozy apartment in the city: eating. When you move to a tropical island, you might imagine surviving solely on coconuts and fresh fish that you catch with your bare hands. The reality involves pushing a […]
Lifestyle If you are moving to our beautiful island with bann zanfan (children), you are probably losing sleep over one massive decision: Public vs Private Schools in Mauritius. It is the ultimate showdown. On one side, you have free education (yes, really). On the other side, you have fancy international campuses with swimming pools and tuition […]
Lifestyle Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite subject: Taxes. Specifically, expat tax Mauritius. Okay, stop yawning. I know discussing tax law is about as exciting as watching paint dry in high humidity, but it is necessary. If you are moving to paradise, you need to know if the taxman considers you a local or just a tourist […]
Lifestyle So, you have decided to move to our paradise island. Felicitation (congratulations)! You have packed your swimsuit, your sunscreen, and hopefully your patience because now comes the fun part: adulting. Specifically, financial adulting. Whether you are here to work, retire, or just live your best life, you are going to need a place to stash […]
Lifestyle Let’s talk about larzent (money). We all love having it, we hate spending it, but we absolutely need it to survive. In Mauritius, cash is still king in many places, especially if you are buying dholl puri on the street corner. But for everything else, from booking flights to buying a new fridge because yours […]
Lifestyle When you picture Mauritius, you probably see a hammock, a cocktail with a little umbrella, and absolutely zero spreadsheets. It is the ultimate holiday cliché. But unless you have won the lottery or invented a new cryptocurrency that actually works (and if you have, call us), you probably need to work to fund that island […]
Lifestyle So, you have decided to brave the roads of our paradise island. Mari bon (very good) choice! There is no better way to see the hidden corners of Mauritius than on four wheels. You can stop for a coconut whenever you want, you can chase the sunset, and you can get hopelessly lost in a […]
Lifestyle When a couple first gets engaged, the initial emotion is pure and unadulterated joy. They stare at the ring, they call their mums to scream down the phone, and they post a meticulously staged hand selfie on Instagram. It is mari top, which is Mauritian Creole for really great or absolutely fantastic. Then, approximately 48 […]