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Latest post on 05 September 2016 - 21:46
Absolutely! The well known plus sized shop in Jumeirah is eye wateringly expensive I will only shop there if I really have to. I buy in bulk from Bravissimo in the UK any time I'm home, to avoid being ripped off here. Good luck!
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Latest post on 16 February 2016 - 20:25
Try MCG Associates and Carter Murray. Gulf Recruitment Group usually have some too but its mainly professional services. Good luck!
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Latest post on 28 November 2015 - 21:15
I always get them from Boots and buy in bulk anytime I see them to avoid using OB's. THE worst tampons on the market!
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Latest post on 26 October 2015 - 21:18
I go to Essa for nails and waxing and can recommend Pastels in Ritz Carlton for hair. Word of warning though - hair is mega expensive here so start saving!
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Latest post on 26 October 2015 - 21:15
Me! Fit like? :) I won't be at the coffee mornings but there are lots of Aberdonians in Dubai. If you don't meet anyone at the coffee mornings I'm sure you'll stumble across more of us just out and about. I hope you're settling in ok?
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Latest post on 01 August 2015 - 17:32
When does it end?
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Latest post on 30 July 2015 - 14:30
I go to Essa in JLT and can't fault them. Have also been to Pastels in Ritz Carlton which was good and Kalm on the Palm which I would avoid like the plague.
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Latest post on 22 July 2015 - 19:04
Desco has a 24 hour shop in CLuster F in JLT too which might be more handy for JBR
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Latest post on 14 July 2015 - 12:23
Try gulf recruitment group
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 18:49
I pressed the wrong button and ended up calling my mum. Had a lovely chat then hung up with no problems. I don't have a *** and not sure how they enforce the ban but it worked for me (accidently!)
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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 12:27
I managed to use it last night to call the UK!
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 16:13
You can also use the roof terrace above Rivington Bar and Grill at the Madinat Jumeirah (or rope off an area in the bar). They ask for a minimum spend but as long as you have guests paying their way at the bar the minimum spend should well and truly be covered and then you just need to provide a few canapes or nibbles. You can also decorate the area with balloons, lanterns or photos etc. The Rivington closes this weekend unfortunately.
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 19:01
They provide a table and chairs but you'll be lucky to get the stuff on the table before it's sold. Yoy will need a clothes rail. You don't get much for individual pieces so you need a lot to sell to make it worth your while. Books didn't sell well when we tried. Good luck!
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Latest post on 23 February 2015 - 21:07
Essa beauty - they do lycon which is far less painful!
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Latest post on 11 February 2015 - 10:22
Just download the app (for free) and give them your login details.
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Latest post on 11 February 2015 - 09:37
Not too sure - I got mine with a prescription but haven't tried to buy it over the counter since.
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Latest post on 11 February 2015 - 09:08
Another vote for Prime 68. We went there the night we got engaged last month - totally recommend it!
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Latest post on 05 February 2015 - 09:52
I have just used the shampoo and conditioner. I find it a but heavy for my hair and it leaves it a bit lank. I just use it every now and again if the frizz gets out of hand!
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Latest post on 05 February 2015 - 08:20
And saw it last night in Spinneys at Motor City!
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Latest post on 02 February 2015 - 17:04
Someone asked the same thing last week. If you do a search it will come up with a few threads.
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Latest post on 01 February 2015 - 14:07
Not sure of exact size but 2 beds in J2 (cluster J) are huge and have a separate kitchen
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Latest post on 01 February 2015 - 13:28
Definitely Murray! Kim has a sense of humour even if he doesn't (her tshirt made me chuckle!)
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Latest post on 01 February 2015 - 13:25
I bought it in Waitrose in Marina Mall!
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Latest post on 29 January 2015 - 14:12
I'm more interested in why you would fry a whole turkey! :)
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Latest post on 28 January 2015 - 19:22
I did Ibn Battuta a couple of weeks ago and you need a lot of stuff to make it worthwhile. Oh and Books and DVDs were hardly touched.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 11:00
Thanks ladies. I haven't heard of the Auction House so will google them. My bedroom furniture is Ikea which is a pain if CC don't take it.
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Latest post on 16 January 2015 - 08:34
Dr. Filippos Georgopoulos at Al Zahra hospital
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Latest post on 15 January 2015 - 13:45
I have my furniture for sale just now if you're still looking Janicedxb (or anyone else!)
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Latest post on 15 January 2015 - 09:42
I have. They were ok but nothing special. Very expensive for what you get but I haven't had any experience of other training providers in the region to compare them.
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Latest post on 14 January 2015 - 14:15
What would you say to one of your close girlfriends if she was in the same situation....?
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Latest post on 13 January 2015 - 14:43
Zero Gravity?
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Latest post on 13 January 2015 - 14:42
Depends what you think is worth it. We made 1680dhs (minus the 270 for the stall) but someone else we knew who was doing it made about 3600dhs. We were selling most things for under 20dhs and to be honest you're so overwhelmed by the crowds that you'll take anything to get them away from the stall! If you only have a couple of bags of things I would give them to your maid and save yourself the bother :)
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Latest post on 11 January 2015 - 08:36
Is it changes to the content or to the structure of the site? If content only, do you have a CMS?
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Latest post on 11 January 2015 - 08:27
I did my first flea market at Ibn Battuta yesterday and it was an experience. We didn't even make it out of the car and people were in the back seat rummaging through boxes. I lost the rag a wee bit and eventually managed to make it to the stall and we sold pretty much everything. The stall is expensive though and you don't get much for your stuff - 200/300 dhs is unlikely. To be honest its not an experience I would repeat in a hurry but Dubizzle has been equally frustrating when selling bigger items!
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Latest post on 08 January 2015 - 13:38
I always thought engagement photos were taken by your wedding photographer as run through for the main event...?
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Latest post on 07 January 2015 - 16:22
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 15:41
If you're coming along past the Bonnington and you come to the traffic lights stay in the third (or fourth) lane from the left Follow that lane all the way round the corner and bingo!
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 15:34
And is that different from the road that goes to Sports City/VH? Or is there a direct road up to SC/VH? Look at GoogleMaps from JLT to VH and follow the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd directions - it shows you on the map.
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 15:02
Does it involve GC roundabout <shuddering> Haha yes - I had white knuckles at that point!
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 14:58
there used to be a back road to JLT along past the Gemplex buildings. Is that not there anymore? Also I'd LOVE to know the routes of all these new roads out the back of JLT. When you say one goes up to VH, which one is that? And is it literally into VH and nowhere else? Or can you get on MBZ road from it? Eeek I'm not very good at the road names! I took it by accident and I came out on Emirates Road I think and you have to go to the Green Community turn off and double back. I think I followed the signs for Sports City ended up coming off onto Al Fay Road in the direction of VH. It's much better on the way back though and I can get to JLT in about 8 minutes. Not sure if that helps in the slightest!! :D
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 14:46
There is a new road at the back of JLT that I take to Al Fay Road/Victory Heights but not sure if that helps That's the one I was thinking of, just not sure exactly where it goes, or how you would get onto the Al Khail I think it depends which way you want to go. I'm still getting the hang of it but you could always do a u-turn at the roundabout at VH before JGE and that would take you back on to Al Khail Dubai direction
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 14:36
There is a new road at the back of JLT that I take to Al Fay Road/Victory Heights but not sure if that helps
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 10:00
How did you get on with Victory Heights GE? :)
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 09:13
I had a similar experience when I first moved over and gave up after 10 months. 12-14 hour days with more work than anyone could cope with eventually took their toll. I was miserable, exhausted and my mum was ready to fly out and take me home! I'm now back in a familiar industry, working "normal" hours and enjoying life in Dubai. They ask a lot of you over here and certainly get their money's worth but if you can find a company that values your contribution it makes a big difference. If you're that unhappy and can't see it changing I would look for something else. Life is too short!
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Latest post on 17 December 2014 - 15:41
I will be selling most of my furniture in January. You might need something to sit on before then but if you're interested let me know! What items do you have? Are they in good condition? All items are 18months old and in excellent condition - washing machine, fridge freezer, oven, tv etc, Ikea bedroom and living room furniture and Pan Emirates sofa. I won't be doing anything until I'm back after Christmas but I can arrange to get photos to you if you're interested.
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Latest post on 17 December 2014 - 09:38
I will be selling most of my furniture in January. You might need something to sit on before then but if you're interested let me know!
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Latest post on 17 December 2014 - 08:38
I have a two year lease with National Car Rental and got a really good deal. It was in Ramadan which might have helped! I've had no problems with them though so would recommend them to anyone looking for a long term lease.
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Latest post on 16 December 2014 - 18:29
Any present is pretty much foolproof if it's Frozen! My three year old niece is also Frozen mad and I have bought her an Elsa wig to go with her Elsa dress, and a pair of Frozen pj's. If you're not sure if she's in the Elsa or Anna camp - pj's with both of them on it would be a safe bet. Otherwise books, dolls or anything to dress up with. Hallmark had some nice wands and tiaras.
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Latest post on 15 December 2014 - 12:11
You're safer not to (although most of the staff at duty free will tell you that it's ok.) I've had issues at Schipol and LHR.
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Latest post on 07 December 2014 - 11:50
Essa do Shellac and Gellish and have a good selection of colours
 
 
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