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Latest post on 18 September 2016 - 14:17
Saeed 0505699319, will bring a selection and leave. Have used him on numerous occasions. Good also for cleaning of rugs
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Latest post on 06 March 2016 - 06:26
If you've been offered a place at JAPS, grab it with both hands, having experienced both schools you mentioned you won't be disappointed.
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Latest post on 28 February 2016 - 07:25
Dr. Carol Smylie or Dr. Sarah Gilbert at Healthbay Polyclinic, Uptown Mirdiff, worth travelling to!
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Latest post on 09 January 2016 - 16:48
We went last summer. You will need a visa. Normally do these things myself but this one in the too hard pile so used VisaHQ. Submit on line for checking and a courier collects and drops off. The Great Wall is easy from Beijing for the day. Go early before the crowds and this applies to all the sights., We organised this through our hotel and went to the Mutinyhu (check spelling) section of the wall. Cable car up and luge down. We stayed in Courtyard 7 a traditional Hutong found this on trip advisor. Staff spoke English and were very helpful. We used the metro and taxis to get around. We had the hotel pick us up from the airport and arranged this by e-mail before we arrived.
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Latest post on 25 October 2015 - 18:24
The Armani Deli definitely has the wow factor. It runs from about 1pm - 9pm you choose the 3 hours you would like. The food is excellent, with first course similar to buffet style, you can go up as many times as you want, next course is sharing dishes brought to the table, main chosen from the menu then desserts buffet style. The service is impeccable and the wow factor being a fantastic view of the fountains with the music to match played in the restaurant. We booked day into night and now just about cool enough to book later and sit outside overlooking the fountains
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Latest post on 16 February 2015 - 11:18
Think the cut off date for moving schools within Dubai is around this time unless things have changed. Unfortunately you may have to wait until September, best check with KHDA
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Latest post on 03 November 2014 - 19:02
I have the old style 4:0 litre and I am told that the smaller engine on this model and the newer model are under powered especially off road. Can't comment on everyday use, suggest a test drive and maybe give some thought to the Pajero 3 door. But I do like mine
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Latest post on 07 October 2014 - 12:24
You can also mirror the ipad via an adaptor available from Virgin, IStyle, and is cheaper than the Apple TV alsoremoves that leg of the wifi. It plugs into the ipad and has a socket for HDMI cable and also one for power
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 17:51
Cathay Pacific have some really good prices at the moment, although does require a change of planes in HK ( user friendly airport). A friend has recently booked business class to Melbourne for about 8500 dhm return
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Latest post on 26 November 2013 - 10:49
From listening to the property show and reading on this forum. There is a 90 day notice period for either parties to agree to an changes or not, so does not seem as your LL has a leg to stand on. He has to give you 12 months notice in writing, notarised and sent via registered mail, at the start of the renewal of the tenancy. You will find links on this forum for the specific laws involved.
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Latest post on 25 November 2013 - 14:16
It is perfectly normal for children to seem to be sick on a regular basis when they start nursery/school, as you said it is being exposed to a different set of environmental factors. It will stop! As a former Nursery Principal, I would rather that staff spend their time interacting with the children rather than spending time writing daily updates. You should be able to approach the staff at pick up times for a quick update. Hope your LO enjoys his nursery experience
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Latest post on 23 October 2013 - 06:24
If you want to avoid having the Yellow Fever use Oman Air to fly directly to Zanzibar avoiding DAR. As you are then coming from a non-endemic area there is no need for it. Know someone who did this recently. Worth a bit more exploration
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Latest post on 15 October 2013 - 08:27
Arabian Nights every time, they also have vouchers in the entertainer book and there is no up front payment.
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Latest post on 10 October 2013 - 05:52
My understanding from listening to the property show is that any changes to the tenancy contract have to have been given 90 days prior to the renewal date and both sides have to agree to the change!
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 07:53
We had this problem and had the wrong nozzles on the burners, you need to change them for LPG nozzles. I called out the service engineer but I believe it is easy to do yourself. No more black pans!
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Latest post on 27 May 2013 - 12:06
Dr. O'Malley is fabulous, anywhere else in the world I would pop a Valium before a trip to the dentist, unfortunately not here, but he is the most patient and understanding dentist I have ever had and does not carry out unnecessary work. <em>edited by DM on 27/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 21 May 2013 - 18:51
Think you mean Jane Harper, she has a Facebook page Fascinators by Jane
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Latest post on 31 January 2013 - 12:20
Call Lisa or Stacie at Desert Ranch on 0561772856. They have very friendly camels out there.
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Latest post on 12 January 2013 - 13:53
Go and see the teacher to let her know what is happening. If things escalate put it in writing to the head and ask for an action plan! Children learn this behaviour and as I found out the parents are worse than the children... Shouting like a fish wife at my front door when she didn't like what she heard about her DD. Good luck and equip your daughter with strategies in how to deal with these issues as and when they arise.
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Latest post on 16 December 2012 - 13:12
Just listening to 103.8 and discussing this. It is a years written notice, heard somewhere else that it needs to be registered post. He also has to give a years notice if he wants to move in. He then has to actually live in the property for at least a year, possibly 2, if not you can take a retrospective case out with RERA. If you can maybe listen to the podcast of the Property show, very interesting.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 06:59
There is a stall selling them at Ibn Battuta Mall near the Paris Hilton handbag shop (Geant) end of the mall.
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 13:16
I was lucky to have lived in HK for 11 years. It is a vibrant city with lots of culture to be found. If you are moving with a family check availabity of school places. It is beginning to boom and school places are hard to come by. Property is very, very expensive and a lot smaller than what is found here. Groceries are also very expensive. There is a taxation scheme, think about 15% but not paye, you will have to save for this. Most companies pay a Chinese New Year bonus, normally equivelent to 1 months salary which helps out. It may take 18 months to get into that system but there are generous personal tax allowences. If you are taking a dog from here it will need 4 months quarantine [at the last time I looked'>. Pollution is big problem coming from China.
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 18:47
If you want something kindle size, look for the iPad mini and for typing a blue tooth, folding keyboard, very small and lightweight.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 08:12
Be a little bit careful with Meflaquin?? Spelling it is also known as Larium and has some very unpleasant side effects.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 07:19
Went to Tanzania/Zanzibar in the summer. 1.5 hours is not long enough especially if you need to obtain your visa on arrival. It really is chaos on arrival. If you have not booked flights yet check out Oman Air, they fly directly from Muscat to Zanzibar so a change in Muscat could be a better than a change in Dar. Malerone is also available at Emirates hospital but they quoted me 35dhm per tab. Yellow fever only at Al Mankhool. Try not to use credit cards at all, maybe pre-pay your hotels through a secure site and use cash, take US $ <em>edited by DM on 15/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2012 - 03:39
I picked some up at Virgin Dubai Mall on Friday after seeing the same message.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 20:50
Bubblesqueak- coming home after a night out never a problem and no traffic. Having friends over just requires a bit of planning and said friends mindset!
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 18:48
I live in GC and do not dread traffic, you get to know what are the busy times. This inconvenience is outweighed by living in such a community. The key is to plan and to be quite honest it is not that far from anywhere! How long now days does it take to get down Um Sequim Road from the Ranches?
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Latest post on 14 September 2012 - 14:22
Have you thought of a shnoodle (??? Spelling) cross between a schnauzer & a poodle, absolutely delightful
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 15:23
Same thing happened a while ago, need to use a vvvvvpppppnnnn
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 09:28
Just back, had a fab time. Safari - Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and my favourite Tarangire. Then onto Zanzibar. Used Samia at Coastal Travel and everything worked. Do get your visa before leaving and avoid the mayhem at the airport in Dar.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 19:17
No you can't, learnt the hard way after forking out dhm750 for medical at knowledge village. It was not accepted in AD even though the PRO said it would be
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 19:41
skyhighgirl- just Licence, registration card and insurance documents
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 11:27
Did not need one to re-register my car last week !
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 20:15
If you didn't get her card, then how do you know her name and details? Because the staff at the shop gave them to me from their copy of her receipt
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 20:09
I did not get any because of the distraction caused! Very stupid I know! edited by DM on 18/12/2011 ??? In other words given goods and receipt but no card, I was being distracted by said woman making conversation and did not check about the card. The staff knew though as soon as I walked into the shop looking for it. Maybe a warning not to engage in conversation at the checkout! <em>edited by DM on 18/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 20:00
I did not get any because of the distraction caused! Very stupid I know! <em>edited by DM on 18/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 18:58
That is what I hope is the outcome
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 18:51
I have cancelled, that"s how I know it was used. She was given mine by the staff and at the moment am being generous in thinking it was a genuine mistake, however she did engage me in conversation along with the shop assistants ..... so either very friendly or a smooth scam. So everyone distracted.... No card for me not even hers! <em>edited by DM on 18/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 18:48
Have flown with both and they are OK. Thai airways is the national carrier and Asia Air "budget" out of Malaysia. Far better service for short flights than Ryanair! I would be happy using either again.
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Latest post on 07 October 2011 - 06:26
I believe It is the airlines responsibility to check validity of your passport at your departure point.
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Latest post on 07 October 2011 - 06:24
Camel racing can be seen at Al Lisali on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and afternoons. You can pick a schedule up in the camel racing club office at the track. It's in Arabic but easy enough to work out.
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 20:33
Fabulous app!
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Latest post on 09 September 2011 - 20:31
At the pool in Jasmine Drive, Green Community. have left a note with my number at the pool on the window of community room. Will also contact management office in the morning.
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Latest post on 31 August 2011 - 07:18
You should do a search on here about unlocking and jail breaking the iPhone. If you do get it unlocked here I believe that you will not be able to update any new programs as it will lock the phone again. I have payg data package from Etisalat and pay 149 dirhams for 1 mg I think and I get the same amount free from Etisalat!
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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 09:23
I have had covers and cushions +covers made at Damon in Satwa, opposite Municipality building. Reasonable selection of fabric and but bargain on the price. There is a shop further up the road using the same fabric books and is a lot cheaper, however the end result was not quite so good, although was a large tricky shape but was a third of the price and when I picked up the 2nd cover showed him a photo of the first, told me not to pay!!!!! And was quite amused when I insisted.
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Latest post on 14 August 2011 - 18:26
gardengirl, our house is in a small village called Montreal, about 20 minutes from Carcassonne which is a beautiful part of the country. During your research if you do intend to sell at some time in the future check out the tax payable on profit, it is on a sliding scale depending on how long you keep the property, but any home improvements can be off set against this. <em>edited by DM on 14/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 23:15
Have you done your research on this, we have had a house in the South of France for 11 years. It is rented out for some of the summer but we also use it. Consider the Taxes Francais, Taxes Habitation, wear and tear, garden maintenance, someone to look after the property. Do you want a villa with a pool? These come with their own upkeep costs. I do not consider it a holiday when I am here as we are constantly working in the garden or on the house. On the other hand it is a great place for children be there English or French speakers around. My daughter has 'grown up' here in some respects and the locals all know us and her. If you go ahead try and use locals for your maintenance etc. Puts you on a better standing within the community and surprisingly it is often the "expats" who charge over the odds. But I am sitting here with my glass or two of Rose and life could be worse!
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 20:10
Just outsidenof Nuwera Eliya is the Tea Factory converted into a hotel, it is clean, comfortable and offers guided walks of the local villages and tea plantations it is also into supporting the local community. For the beach there is the Amanwella just outside of Tangelle
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Latest post on 03 August 2011 - 13:51
Have all my iTunes library, contacts and all my apps synced from my iPhone to iPad really easy.
 
 
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