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Latest post on 20 May 2013 - 11:49
Wow, looks like they had to pick 'something' I am going to take another look at my wooden stuff knick knacks :-)
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Latest post on 20 May 2013 - 11:02
Thanks Ladybee and Plum2! I am a worrywart :-) Wuffles, it clearly says 1 year on the customs website. I am not taking any rugs though.
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Latest post on 24 March 2013 - 15:53
Thank you all so much for your replies! We have decided that India is not the place for us, before I start a debate (not my intention) we do not feel that it will be the family holiday we could relax on, so have booked elsewhere. I am sure India is a fantastic place and lots to see, however just not the place for us at the present time. Of course its not the place for you!!! Seems like you know very little of India, so please don't stress yourself and do go to a 'safe' enough place. Anyways, wondered what kind of a post this was, in the first place!
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Latest post on 26 February 2013 - 06:00
Can anyone also shed some light on the different models of the Phillips AF? I see some for 999, 899 and 799 aed? which one is good? (Sorry to butt in your thread, OP)
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 17:23
Ikea has white bunk beds that can be separated.
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Latest post on 22 January 2013 - 10:36
My child attended EISM for 5 years starting from KG1 and I was overall quite happy with the school. They are not very strong academically but my child was always happy there and the teachers were wonderful.
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Latest post on 21 January 2013 - 16:43
You got mail Nathalie. SweetSugar and Sey83, yup, bit the bullet and advertised on dubizzle.. I was only reluctant because of the number of silly/absurd calls we have to face. Fingers crossed we get a lovely buyer for my lovely car :-)
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Latest post on 21 January 2013 - 14:42
Hey Verdeque, I am going to email you right now :-) Cheers
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 17:00
Bump for the evening crowd..
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 11:30
Mine are 5.5 years apart at 10 n 4 , they adore each other and can't wait for each others company. They get on extremely well and of course they fight normally due to the older one irritating the younger, or with the younger one trying to take undue advantage of a situation. but the older one generally gives in , both have rules - absolutely no using hands ( as in hitting etc) , no calling each other names and if its getting too hot to handle have to bring the matter to either of the parents. At the end of the day , in my opinion, fighting although not desirable does give them social and survival skills . (I hope ;) Mine are exactly the same!!
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 11:22
How about India? Jaipur is beautiful...
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 13:58
Looks like I will skip EK altogether then! I am no fool to mess around with ticket segments haha!
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 12:34
Eeeks, wonder if its worth all the hassle! especially luggage concerns!
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 12:13
Also try Sweet Suprises in Barsha, just opposite Lulu hypermarket, they also do the cheapest helium balloons this side of town!
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 11:50
Yeah, wonder if I could skip the bus journey but buy the ticket from AD? I will check Etihad from Dubai :-)
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 11:18
I was checking on the Emirates website for flights to Australia. If you book from Abu Dhabi vs Dubai, it is actually cheaper by around 500 dhs... for the same flight! You have to use their bus transport from Abu Dhabi to Dubai and then board the aircraft in Dubai. Anyone knows why? Also, if anyone knows airlines with substantially lower fares than EK, please let me know...
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 16:01
oh thanks! I had forgotten about some of these shops. Must check them out.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 10:25
I don't think they have a website but you can call them 04 3674009
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 09:58
If you are in the Springs, there is a lovely small nursery in Dubai marina called Bright Nursery. I have seen small babies there and my DD has always been very happy there.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 16:56
Let us not be naive in thinking the world to be full of respectful people! There are people that will do anything for a fast buck, however disgusting others might think that might be. Everyone has to protect themselves and their reputation.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 16:53
We've been here 3 months and really like it. Lovely large villas and gardens, quiet and there's a decent shopping centre five mins away at the Springs. There's also a fitness first there and you can join the club at Jumeirah Islands for a reduced rate. I agree about the lack of street names, but I haven't had too many problems with taxi drivers - yet!! Yes all the white goods are included and if you're away from the pylons you wouldn't know they were there. Same goes for having to busy roads nearby, we hardly ever hear them. I love the fact that I don't feel that far out and can get to a Metro in around 10/15 mins and with a car MoE is less than half an hour. A friend of mine moved there and she described the same stuff! lovely!
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 16:50
Check out Shurooq apartments near Mirdiff, beautiful apartments with huge alfresco areas that really feel like villas, all set in lovely green grounds.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 16:43
I see that she is outraged and many folk are 'disgusted' at the newspapers, but I feel that she needs to take some responsibility for her own actions here. Different rules apply to the royal family and no matter how private that villa was, there was always a chance of sneaky pictures getting taken. She would have been surrounded by security personal, royal advisers, and domestic staff at the chateau and I wouldn't take my b00bies out in front of folk like that, even in my own home. In this case everyone seems to be shooting the messengers and pointing fingers in all directions. So is she meant to change under a towel in her wardrobe forever for fear of a long lens pointing into her house? Just because she's a royal doesn't mean the press own her. Yes absolutely, no more parading around with all on display, go change in the bedroom with the curtains drawn - how simple is that! Once a royal, you have to give up the 'common' privileges of life!!
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Latest post on 15 August 2012 - 10:56
Yes thanks for the tip amkcbrandon, will check that out too. Enjoy Di - in the 'best country of the world' as one Aussie said to me recently!
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Latest post on 15 August 2012 - 10:53
I used Riot in JLT and was pretty impressed - easy to use software and everything was done on time. I used the vouchers as well. I think their website have their standard pricing.
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 20:25
You wouldnt be shipping to BNE around dec or jan would you?
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 15:44
BTW Di, did you make any progress with your small container question? We are also moving and don't have a full container load as such.. wondering if there is a cheaper option...
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 15:43
Some years ago I remember reading an EW's post about trying to spell her name to someone over the phone. Her name had 2 'n's in it. Lets say it was Annie for example. She said that the person on the phone tried to spell it back to her by using international code words and started well with "Alpha, :" and then said "Nipple, Nipple..." I still get a lot of laughs out of that one. LOL that's going to make me laugh for the next 2 weeks!!
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 15:28
Well I don't think they use a daily maid as they both work... However I must say it looks great inside, they have good security and with restaurants, a beauty salon and a decent size supermarket all in the same complex, the main disadvantage of being so far away does not seem that bad at all.
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 14:50
We give ours 2 days (as per private sector) - she is always glad for some holidays :-)
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 14:38
I would love to know the cost as well... am looking at redoing my sorry looking couches
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 14:36
Hi analyst, I have friends living in Skycourts and they love it there! DCooling charges are AED 400 p.m. for a small 2 bedroom apt. They love the fact that each tower has its own gym and the open air pools are lovely because they are generally shaded from direct sun by the towers shade.
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 10:11
I got it done at Welcare Clinic in Ibn Battuta, a lovely lady doctor called Dr. Maha. It was all very professional. The clinic also called me as soon as the results were out.
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 10:11
I got it done at Welcare Clinic in Ibn Battuta, a lovely lady doctor called Dr. Maha. It was all very professional. The clinic also called me as soon as the results were out.
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 10:00
Let me add my experience with Drs N&A... they are very expensive but I do not think you get what you pay for... DH went to get a tooth extracted - it was a mess and he was in pain for two months after that! DS does braces there... the dentist does regular checkups which is included in the package, but I was surprised and shocked when I took DS to another dentist for cleaning and one cavity, he discovered SIX cavities that were quite obvious to him as soon as DS opened his mouth! I would have expected the orthodontist to at least mention the cavities to me!!! but nothing, nada...
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 10:14
BTW, wish you all a nice Anzac Day. <em>edited by Majoe on 25/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 10:12
Yeah, we would like to remain kind of 'central' GC... How's Ashmore like?
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 09:57
Property we saw was in Eden Court, Nerang. But with your explanation and a bit of googling on suburbs quality, we don't think we might pursue it. Back to the drawing board :-)
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 17:33
EIS Meadows - 24
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 17:27
Thank you so much for your feedback basil! May I ask why Nerang is a big No? We saw a lovely property in a well cared gated complex there within our budget and it is on the beach side of the highway. I will check out all the schools and suburbs mentioned below.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 15:43
Awesome... ok here goes.. 2 kids aged 3 and 8, would prefer private or catholic schools... since the AUD exchange rate is such a killer nowadays, we don't have a big budget for a house so very expensive suburbs is not an option! If you could also point out suburbs that we should stear clear of? I would love family friendly suburbs and safe in general... Hinterland / acreage is lovely but we are thinking of that in maybe a couple of years time once we settle in and suss all places..
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 15:18
I am following this point with great interest, we are moving to QLD this year too! Green-ish, if you don't mind, can you please share which suburbs of the Gold Coast you liked? We have friends in Molendinar but really are ready to settle anywhere that has easy access to good schools, family friendly areas. OP, sorry for barging into your post..
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 11:11
Eeeks, its common sense isn't it? No playing with plastic bags has been drilled in our heads from when we were kids!
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 11:08
OK, good to know that we can take our fridge. Cakepop, thanks for the outdoor furniture tip. I am really planning on taking mostly everything, as its going to be a brand new life for our family and I am sure every little thing will help! Happy Easter break everyone!
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 14:15
No worries famnoz, its not a surprise :-) Even more now, with the strong AUD! Glad to hear that you are loving it, sgilli3, home is home after all! We will also be taking a container and looks like we will ship our entire house! Did any of you ship your refrigerators? I am unsure about this, how the coolant/compressor etc. will cope with the transfer.
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 11:55
So tell me, if you were moving back home to Oz, what are the things you would [b'>not [/b'>take from here? What stuff is better/cheaper in Australia than here?
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Latest post on 21 January 2012 - 00:35
Thanks Quenda, I'll check it out.
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Latest post on 21 January 2012 - 00:34
I must add one comment - my cousin has her kids there and I could not believe it that they actually have exams in KG1 and have little wooden boards between each student so that they cannot copy the other's work!! I would run away as fast as I could!
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 10:05
Bump please! Info. regarding any south of river suburb is welcome!
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Latest post on 18 January 2012 - 10:40
So fed up with this ID! I am waiting for over 3 months for my ID to be issued :-( They should first get their act together and improve their processes before issuing deadlines...
 
 
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