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Latest post on 22 May 2015 - 10:38
My daughter goes there and we have been very happy with the care she receives. She is quite a difficult case and the doctors have worked together to help her and explain everything so she is less stressed about it all.
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Latest post on 20 April 2015 - 19:49
I would suggest that you get in touch with Linda Tedd at Pet Express Dubai. She is an expert in animal relocation and will be able to give you very honest advice and organise everything. She's brilliant!
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 15:57
My daughter's dad went to a solicitor in the UK and gave written permission for my daughter to live here and be sponsored by my husband. We then had this document legalised by the FCO and attested by the UAE Embassy in the UK. It was the same procedure we used for legalising degree certificates.
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Latest post on 04 February 2015 - 19:38
DD is going through orthodontist treatment at Dr Joy. Her dentist is fabulous - Dr Shamaila. It will cost us 18000 but we went for the more expensive metal braces as they are smaller and quicker. We paid a deposit of around 2000 and now pay 1000 a month. We're very pleased because it's a difficult case and they have been wonderful with her dentist phobia.
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Latest post on 04 February 2015 - 19:32
38smiles have some lovely cats and kittens looking for homes.
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Latest post on 28 January 2015 - 18:20
I saw on 38smiles rescue facebook page that two gorgeous puppies have come into their care (Vienna vet clinic). Rather horrifically, they each have had a paw cut off in what looks like abuse but they are under fantastic care now, so 38smiles will soon be looking for loving foster / forever homes for these beautiful souls who deserve a second start in life I know maybe not what OP is looking for (as I think they want someone to take them as a pair as they are siblings) but posting just in case anyone else out there might be able to. I met the puppies tonight. Oh my goodness, they are SO cute! Poor things. Stumpy has to have his leg amputated tomorrow because the damage is too bad, but the other one will be fine :)
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Latest post on 27 January 2015 - 20:55
Look at intrepid or the adventure company. They do family holidays and some with teen departures. Great for only children as there are others there for them to hang out with.
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Latest post on 25 January 2015 - 05:03
Adopt, please. There are so many cats and kittens who have been dumped and need homes. I saw a beautiful white Persian type cat at Vienna Vets yesterday who was dumped and is looking for a home. I'm not sure how old they were, but not a young kitten. Remember that kittens are very hard work and don't stay kitten like for long. Adopting a slightly older kitten will be easier and they're still very very playful and cuddly. There are many charities you can contact. Try 38smiles as they very often have abandoned fluffies looking for homes.
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Latest post on 12 January 2015 - 05:14
Dr Zoe or Dr Dorian at Vienna Vets on Al Thanya Street. Very caring, very honest. Wonderful vets.
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Latest post on 04 January 2015 - 18:30
Reading comprehension, writing and maths tests. I have heard on the grapevine that they are introducing a reasoning type paper this year too.
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Latest post on 15 December 2014 - 19:52
I think Alice will be very good. I know one of the young actors in it and he's excellent. Looking at the people who have organised the cast, i think they will ensure that it is a superb show.
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Latest post on 14 December 2014 - 18:29
There's no free hour of parking anymore. We were there last week and it was 10dhs even though we were there for only 15 mins.
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 05:05
I recommend Vienna Vet on Al Thanya Street, Umm Suqeim. Dr Zoe and Dr Dorian are just brilliant vets and excellent at explaining things too.
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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 05:48
The animal welfare charity, 38smiles are always looking for things like this. Look them up on facebook :)
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Latest post on 13 October 2014 - 19:39
As sandy-dog says, KLM do this or Lufthansa apparently. Look up pet express on facebook for a lady who is brilliant and can help.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 20:42
You have to include Hoi An! It is absolutely beautiful and very chilled. They also have some good tailors there if you are staying for a few days. We also visited the temples at Siem Reap and if you want some history, the Killing Fields is an interesting, but quite harrowing visit.
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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 19:58
38smiles have some gorgeous kittens at the moment. Also some lovely slightly older cats looking for forever homes. I would suggest you consider an older kitten or young cat. Their foster parents can tell you all about their personality which is something you can't predict with a kitten :)
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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 19:56
I always make sure our visitors go to the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding. It's brilliant :)
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Latest post on 14 September 2014 - 05:35
Reunited with his owners :)
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Latest post on 13 September 2014 - 17:26
A lovely dog has been found by the Waitrose on Al Thanya Street. He is clearly someone's pet - recently groomed, nice collar and microchipped. The vet can't match the microchip to anyone though. If you think he might be your dog or you know who he might belong to, please contact Vienna Veterinary Clinic. Edited to add that he is a black standard schnauzer. <em>edited by dxbrun on 13/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 September 2014 - 21:20
It is so much better to be that way round. You don't want to have to be at school all the time dealing with bad behaviour there! Frustrating I know. My LO is the same :)
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Latest post on 12 September 2014 - 21:15
We use vonage. We have a special VPN router with ddrt that allows us to have a UK phone number. Please don't ask what that is because I haven't got a clue! DH says there are companies that will do the whole thing for you - vpn4sip.com. Skype to Skype video works fine without a VPN.
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Latest post on 06 September 2014 - 07:18
Picasa web albums. You can download the picasa software to your PC first. This will help you catalogue your photos and then you can upload them via a free google account. You then just email the link :)
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Latest post on 19 August 2014 - 19:30
You could try Diverse too. They have musical theatre from 5, but do ballet classes from 3. They train them really well!
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 20:27
I bought mine online from Dr Fox in the UK, but you would need someone to bring them out for you. They are MUCH cheaper in the UK!
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Latest post on 11 August 2014 - 21:26
Gulf Photo Plus in Umm Suqeim. Not too far from the Palm and totally worth it :)
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Latest post on 11 July 2014 - 21:27
I can recommend Kay. Contact her at info at 38smiles dot com. :)
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Latest post on 26 June 2014 - 05:08
I can only say that I didn't have any problems travelling with my LO when we did the same thing.
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Latest post on 09 June 2014 - 20:27
I can definitely recommend Gulf Photo Plus. 8 hours over two days.
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Latest post on 03 June 2014 - 16:33
Somebody showed me this the other day. Quite sweet for a teacher I would think. https://www.facebook.com/TheGhafTreeGiftCompany?ref=ts&fref=ts
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 18:26
What about Guides? If she's close to 14, she could look at the Senior Section because then she could become a Young Leader and help out at Brownies. http://girlguidingdubai.wordpress.com/senior-section/ Try DUCTAC for art classes. Posh Paws animal sanctuary often want volunteers I think.
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Latest post on 19 April 2014 - 20:24
So pleased you found your kitty! We were always advised to keep a cat in for 6 weeks when you move so that it knows where its new house is. I realise this may be difficult for a cat which is used to being outdoors, but it will also give her time to eyeball the other cat through the window and start establishing her territory.
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Latest post on 18 April 2014 - 21:08
From what I've heard, the vets from Safa have moved to a new practice: Umm Suqeim Vets. www.usvetcentre.com
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Latest post on 16 March 2014 - 15:23
I have heard that Up and Running have a visiting surgeon who has an excellent reputation. Might be worth a try.
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Latest post on 02 March 2014 - 05:10
Look on adopt-me.ae. They have started a national microchip register and also have a lost and found section.
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Latest post on 02 March 2014 - 05:07
Haven't looked for a while, but they did used to sell them in the organic food shop. Not a brilliant range of flavours though. Lakeland did a long while ago, but then although they sold the machine, they stopped being allowed to sell the actual sachets.
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Latest post on 15 February 2014 - 19:20
Adopt-me.ae are trying to set up a national database of microchips in the UAE I think. If it works, it should make lost and found pets so much easier to reunite with their family. If you haven't seen the website, have a look; they're doing a great job of keeping a database of animals from the various charities that are looking for homes.
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 15:08
I can highly recommend Diverse. They do musical theatre classes which involve an hour each of singing, drama and dance. I think this is the closest to Stagecoach. They are very professional and train the students brilliantly. The students are even offered chances to perform and earn a bit of money on occasions too.
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Latest post on 29 January 2014 - 19:56
Post on 38smiles Facebook page too: [url='>facebook.com/38smiles[/url'> I hope you find him soon.
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 15:46
Haven't seen it over here, but you can buy it direct from Sherston software. They do home user editions of quite a lot of their software. It's showing at £16.98 on their website.
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Latest post on 03 January 2014 - 06:24
I've done it in person and online. In person at a travel agent means that your parents will not be asked for the credit card at the airport because it has been verified. That's what they told me anyway. The online one I totally forgot he might be asked for my credit card and luckily he wasn't!
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Latest post on 17 December 2013 - 05:14
Totally safe and a wonderful experience. I can highly recommend it. The people are so friendly. Suggest you go with a company though because they will make sure you see the best things, eat at good restaurants and should have other children too which is useful on journeys. We went with The Adventure Company - the Indochina Family Adventure. Explore do a similar tour I think.
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Latest post on 16 December 2013 - 19:35
I got some last year. I think it was from Spinneys in Motor City. You know what Dubai is like though so no guarantees you can still get it there...
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Latest post on 07 December 2013 - 19:14
We like Momo at Mall of the Emirates. Go through Harvey Nicks on the top floor and you will find it. Best Moroccan tea ever!
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 16:39
Or for s&s try sportsshoes.com or sweatshop :)
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Latest post on 26 November 2013 - 04:59
Schools are not allowed to be open when the ministry is closed, so they have to follow public holidays.
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 17:56
They say it is the "West End Experience" that you are paying for. The chance to have theatrical training and performance experience. It is a huge commitment and you are looking at a lot of after school practices, some of which go on until 9:30-10pm on a school night. You must also be prepared to be expected to pay for costumes and full price tickets to go and watch the show too. I think it is a great experience and the children love it though.
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Latest post on 23 November 2013 - 14:45
It depends on what you are looking to do. We went there for a week and split the trip in two. We did the first half in the Anuradhapura area in the north staying at a wonderful hotel called Ulagalla Resort. There was lots to see there in terms of history and architecture. If you want the beach you could go to Galle area. We went to a turtle rescue place there which was lovely. We helped the babies be released back into the sea at sunset. We went to the elephant rescue place, but weren't impressed to be honest. If you are looking at travelling around, get a driver. We hired the driver for the week and it made life a lot easier. The roads are very slow. It's a lovely country to visit and the people are so friendly. You'll love it whatever you choose to do I think.
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 21:19
Just found one wandering in Umm Suqeim. Advert on dubizzle...
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Latest post on 16 October 2013 - 06:55
When I called Aquaventure yesterday they said they weren't accepting vouchers on 14th, 15th and 16th so it's worth giving Waterworld a call.
 
 
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