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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 23:59
For some reason, the name puts me off. Just doesn't sound good... The place looks good though. Am I being fussy over nothing?!?!?
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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 23:57
www.thecleanteam.ae - very good service and price.
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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 23:54
Two good ones: Dubizzle Facebook has many community and specific community handy numbers pages
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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 23:52
London feels a lot cheaper than Dubai now...
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Latest post on 15 December 2013 - 00:08
My child is obsessed with my hair. He calls it his hair and cannot sleep without touching and feeling it. He 4 years old now, and it's driving me nuts..!! Any ideas? I've tried a wig..!
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Latest post on 07 December 2013 - 11:35
Have you checked at the World Trade Centre? They usually have loads of things going on there...
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 01:42
Unless you hire her via an agency, she has to be on your or your husband' visa. She cannot work for you if she's on her husband's visa (doubt if she even can be). What if her husband and his employer provide a no objection letter? Can she then work as a maid?
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 01:40
Soo...I am getting married soon, here in Dubai. However the paperwork is taking a while, so not sure when. I booked a hotel fro new year's for myself and my fiance (I am european and he is asian) (not that that matters but here sometimes you get treated differently depending on race..as you know)...sooo..in case we are not married by New Years eve....will we be able to take our hotel room in abu dhabi together???? I am sure many many tourists are not married and just come to visit...but still...i am a bit worried of having my new year's ruined ! OL I wouldn't risk it.
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 01:34
800 15683 - these are the guys most our street use.
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 01:32
Feeling slightly jaded and can't be bothered scrubbing all my bbq stuff, please tell me there is some magic formula I can soak them in to save my laziness. (And don't say a Dear Maid as she is me). Yours lazily :D Do you have a scrapper/ brush for this. When it's still hot it's not too difficult to brush off. Don't let the BBQ cool down.
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 01:29
I don't know but my husband was only given today off. Same with mine. Those that work Saturdays have benefited the most from the recent public holidays...
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 22:21
Mmmm - this gives me a new idea..!
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Latest post on 12 May 2013 - 22:18
Any that have cartoons on them....
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Latest post on 01 May 2013 - 07:47
No one actually wears crocs to look good do they? They're just easy. Must admit, I wouldn't be seen in them. Great for kids though....
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 23:04
Go to the Iraqi restaurant, beach plaza, beach road, opposite Jumeirah Beach Park. Great.
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 23:00
You can get a license even if you're on your husbands visa, but you cannot have that business running from home. You'll need a separate premises...
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 22:55
Not if you're her sponsor. Be careful, they do get stopped, searched and questioned at bus stops....
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 22:38
Tip: The dubai window cleaning company that came round to do the outside of our windows gave my maid a little tip for the inside of the house: use newspapers to clean, and add a little vinegar to water if the window has smears. The results are great..!!! Not too much vinegar though..!!! <em>edited by SurreySue on 17/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 22:18
Be aware that the AED is pegged to the US dollar and sterling has depreciated against the dollar a great deal recently. This means that sterling assets are now cheaper in dollar (and, therefore, AED) terms than they were four months ago. This is good news in some ways but if the pound appreciates again at some point and you are relying on AED earnings to pay a sterling liability, it will cost you more AEDs. You probably know all this but just in case you didn't... Agree fully <em>edited by SurreySue on 16/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 20:01
Why is the subject LandRover?
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 20:00
Do you work through the process yourself, or do agencies help with this?
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 12:00
This is the place http://www.timeoutdubai.com/restaurants/reviews/34093-rossovivo
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:54
Being a US citizen means you get taxed by the US government wherever you live and work...!
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:47
Sounds like a very selfish comment Appletiser.... Maybe I'm taking the word 'need' literally. But surely if you can influence someones happiness you should try.... <em>edited by SurreySue on 12/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:44
We were quoted even more than that anniesmum...! Like prices for a lot of things here, there doesn't appear to be consistency, or logic..! Clean Team were recommended to us. Their number is 800 15683
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:30
I've not known it to work consistently for anyone....
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:17
Isn't it also safer to use agents as they're regulated?
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:10
My neighbours have just taken their house maid to the US. So must be possible. The concern most people have is the maids running away. More of a problem in us now that government are considering giving citizenship to all illegal immigrants there..!
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:05
DreamGirls in Bur Dubai are good
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 11:02
Try TheCleanTeam.ae, we used them this week after the rain and sand storm left our windows covered in sand. 200 aed we paid.
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 10:54
We took guests from the uk there. They loved it, as did we. Entertainer vouchers helped..!
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 10:49
I worked with a few Italians and they promise me the Italian in Business Bay is one of the best. Can't remember the name, sorry??? edited by SurreySue on 12/04/2013 <em>edited by SurreySue on 15/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 00:45
We bought a Weber with gas Ignition, but the flame is used to get the coal going. We love it, coal flavour, but easy to start up.
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 00:38
Do let us know how it went..!
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 00:35
Rolex any day... Back to you original question, try time4diamonds.com, we used them last year
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 00:23
Weddings here aren't just about one day. There's a build up to them, so the lights will be on for the period leading up to the day.
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Latest post on 12 April 2013 - 00:21
Agree with Poonsi7 - in Dubai you should always get a second opinion...!
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 22:01
Hamar - are you sure?!?! Or have you just bought a place and convincing yourself?!?!?
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 15:59
Mmmm - I feel the same. Not really comfortable buying. Might wait a few months and see what happens.
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 15:56
Loads of places on the Al Wasl road.... I the Dentist on top of Nandos on SZR Road is very good. Cant remeber his name.
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 15:55
Depending on where the country of the exam board is, you might be able to get a tutor to teach over Skype.
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 15:53
Lou86 - How do I apply?!?!?
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 14:13
We're thinking of buying, but its really a panic buy, as we're scared the prices will go up at previous rates again. What do you think?
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 14:09
SQ - any luck? I'm in the same position....
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 14:05
It's not always easy. Be respectful, reasonable and don't get angry. Your marriage will benefit from it. If she's not the same back, speak to your partner, but make clear you will continue to try your best. He'll respect you for it and stand up for you as necessary.
 
 
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