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Latest post on 26 August 2015 - 12:56
Ladybird in Umm Suqeim is fantastic! I can't rate it highly enough. Wonderful experience and fabulous staff. My daughter really thrived there.
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Latest post on 23 August 2015 - 11:46
I hope it's true! I've always disliked that the pools here don't have fences. In fact, a friend who wanted to fence her pool was unable to find a safe pool fence to be installed here.
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Latest post on 20 June 2015 - 15:10
Yes, Australia is expensive but average wages are higher there than in the US and Europe (the unemployment rate is lower too) so it all balances out if you're living there. Perth is probably the most expensive city for day-to-day living costs - groceries,etc are higher there than the eastern cities. Sydney's housing market is crazy expensive (makes Dubai look tame). On the other hand, healthcare is much cheaper in Australia than the US (which is something to consider if you're going for good) and if you are able to get Medicare it is almost free. Government benefits/support are much better than the US. Not quite sure in comparison to France. From what I've heard taxes are much higher in France. From a lifestyle point of view (having lived in both countries), I would rather live in Australia rather than USA. In terms of weather, it would depend on where live as each of the capital cities have quite different climates (Sydney is fairly temperate, Melboune & Hobart can get quite cold, Brisbane is hot and humid, Perth is hot and dry, Darwin is tropical hot and humid all year round). If you're looking to immigrate to Australia, it would really depend on your nationality and your skill set on how easy/hard it would be. There is a skills shortage so if you have the right skills and qualifications it wouldn't be too difficult.
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Latest post on 02 June 2015 - 09:56
Now this is in a mall BUT it's different. Taste Kitchen in Mercato Mall offer a good lunch deal, the restaurant is run by Nick and Scott who used to run Table 9 at the Hilton, so the food is good.
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Latest post on 02 June 2015 - 09:49
Hello I need to post a parcel, but I'm wondering if they sell the parcel packaging at the post office? Can anyone tell me? Many thanks
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Latest post on 25 May 2015 - 10:15
I would recommend using UKForex, they are a money transfer service, their exchange rates are much, much better than the banks. A friend recently transferred his money back using them and said he saved thousands compared to what HSBC was offering him and that their service was hassle free. I plan to use to them when the time comes.
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Latest post on 04 March 2015 - 10:53
First things first, you need to stabilise your BP as that is a very high reading (especially if you had normal BP a year ago) and that means medication. Changing your lifestyle will definitely help your BP, as you say diet and exercise will impact your BP. Whatever you do, do not stop the medication cold turkey or without the advice of a doctor. I was told that I had chronic hypertension and was told that it was likely that I would have to be on medication for life (I'm in my 30s so that's quite a prospect!). I worked closely with a renal specialist and after hard work on my end and gradually lowering the medication over a number of months I no longer have to take medication. I have been told that at some stage I will need to go on it again - but that may be 40 or it may be at 80. Do realise though that this doesn't happen for everyone and my age was probably in my favour. Also, I know everyone will tell you that stress affects your BP - it has zero impact in my case. Firstly though it's really important to get your BP stabilised, that should be your foremost concern and then think about reducing your medication once that has been done. The funny thing with hypertension is you can feel fantastic but it can have a terrible effect on your body (hence why it's called the silent killer). So you really have to go by the numbers on your reading, not on how you feel.
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Latest post on 26 February 2015 - 17:11
I agree with CP on this. In the UAE - Lamb is lamb. Mutton is goat. Especially in Indian/Pakistani/Middle Eastern restaurants. I was quite amazed when I discovered Indian mutton is goat (mutton was always sheep, not lamb or goat, in my mind), but after a lot of asking around it's true! <em>edited by Ohman on 26/02/2015</em>
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Latest post on 17 February 2015 - 09:19
Al Furqan Bookstores usually have a decent selection on HP printer cartridges, usually have more than what's listed on their website. Perhaps Carrefour at MOE.
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Latest post on 14 February 2015 - 17:33
I also had a good friend whose child could no longer stand to be touched (and was eventually diagnosed autistic) following his vaccinations. The link between autism and vaccinations has been disproven. There is NO link and it has been exhaustively researched. Signs of autism often don't appear until around the age when the MMR vaccination, which is why many parents have blamed it, but there is definitely no link whatsoever. I had measles as a child as I was living in a country where the vaccine wasn't available. That experience has ensure that my children are all vaccinated on schedule. Weighing up the risk of the vaccine versus the risk of disease was a no-brainer for me.
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Latest post on 09 February 2015 - 14:02
As far as I'm aware there are no solely Montessori schools, Raffles South has Montesorri for the KG1 & KG2 and then switches to UK curriculum.
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Latest post on 07 February 2015 - 16:46
I recently got new tyres for both my cars It cost me 1600 for my 4WD (Falken) and 2400 for my station wagon (Bridgestone).
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Latest post on 18 January 2015 - 09:17
Back in my home country, we had a playgroup/nursery where children could attend classes with a parent. It was set up like a nursery but kids would come to 2-3 hour classes once a week. There was painting/craft; cooking; music; free play = dress ups, puzzles, etc. It was brilliant and I wish there was something like that here as there is so little option for kids in this age group. My older children have really fond memories and as a parent it was a great way for kids to messy activities, socialise and learn/play without having to go nursery. It was a great way to introduce them to sitting and listening, like they'll have to do at school. I don't really like organised classes in a specific for this age group, I much prefer a combination of things and my child being able to choose what they want to do on the day. Also, it will have to be affordable. There are a few classes around but the cost is astronomical and when you have a 3 year-old who might become disinterested, I'm not going to fork out the cash.
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Latest post on 12 January 2015 - 09:56
Hello I'm looking for an agency that offers babysitting on a Friday evening. Does anyone know of one? Through all my research I haven't been able to find one. TIA
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Latest post on 14 December 2014 - 20:07
I was there today and first hour was free. Didn't pay anything. Maybe different on a weekend?
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Latest post on 14 December 2014 - 16:27
I saw some UAE ones at the Outlet Mall for 40dhs yesterday. I can't remember which store but it was upstairs and I saw them as I was walking past.
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 14:02
Also, when I talk about reverse parking I'm talking about what the Americans call parallel parking, not reversing into a spot that is 90 degree from the curb or in a car park. I think some people are talking about different things here? Parallel parking is the same wherever you come from. It's not the same as reverse parking. Ahh no it's not. If you told someone in Australia (well in Sydney anyway) you were reverse parking they would think you were reversing into a park that is parallel to the curb. That's what you call 'reverse parallel parking.' - have plenty of Aussie mates, they all know the difference. As a 42-year-old Australian who lived there until 2 years ago, no-one I knew would ever say "reverse parallel park" or use the term reverse parking for backing into a 90 degree parking space. Also, hazard lights are used supposed to be used for hazards, not to show you're stopping. That's what brake lights are for.
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 13:54
Also, when I talk about reverse parking I'm talking about what the Americans call parallel parking, not reversing into a spot that is 90 degree from the curb or in a car park. I think some people are talking about different things here? Parallel parking is the same wherever you come from. It's not the same as reverse parking. Ahh no it's not. If you told someone in Australia (well in Sydney anyway) you were reverse parking they would think you were reversing into a park that is parallel to the curb. Which is why this whole post confused me! <em>edited by Ohman on 10/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 13:35
buqatair is fantantastic but they only serve fish and prawns and all in the same spicy marinade, along with a side of paratha and coconut gravy.
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 13:31
Also, when I talk about reverse parking I'm talking about what the Americans call parallel parking, not reversing into a spot that is 90 degree from the curb or in a car park. I think some people are talking about different things here?
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 11:22
I get far more annoyed when people front into parks when they should reverse park. Then leave their tail hanging out on the road. This happens on Beach Road all the time. If you can't reverse park, then go to a spot you can front into, but reverse parking is a skill every driver should know!
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Latest post on 03 November 2014 - 16:16
Neos on the 63rd floor of The Address Downtown. Great views but there are too many 'ladies of the night' there for my comfort.
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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 16:00
I'm yet to find any good Thai in Dubai (actually any SE Asian food) :( It's what I miss most about Australia.
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 11:25
Why not try some of the IB schools? If I had my time again I would push to get into an IB school as the curriculum is more similar to the Australian curriculum than the British curriculum is. Personally, I find the British curriculum too rigid but my kids are happy so I'm not going to change them as we are not planning on staying long-term.
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Latest post on 26 October 2014 - 11:45
I'm feeling like I need to get out and meet new people, but I don't just want to go to social meet. I'm really keen to do a short course or join a club. I'd really like to do something with history, culture or literature. Does anyone know of places that do short courses or clubs where they might have talks, etc? The only things I've come across are language courses or art/design courses. Any suggestions appreciated.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 14:04
Hmm that sounds like a lot. My kids skipped half a year and that worked out about right. Was halfway through grade 2 and went into grade 3; halfway through grade 1 went into grade 2.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 14:01
In my books, Rosso Vivo is by far the best pizza in Dubai (they use proper buffalo mozzarella on their pizzas and are a traditional Naples style pizza). They have a shop in Business Bay and they deliver Downtown. Totally different style of pizza, but I like them too, is Oz Pizza. They deliver downtown, they have a special on Tuesday night - 2 pizzas for 50dhs.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 09:38
Perhaps try the Real Madrid cafe at JBR? Or else Sun and Sand in Al Quoz have lots of shirts.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 13:27
Has she been tested for diabetes? My daughter has type 1 diabetes and the only symptoms we had were weight loss and bed wetting. It took us a long time to find the right diagnosis and the doctors kept thinkings it was recurrent UTIs or psychological. Anyway just a thought.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 10:01
Wow, I must be lucky because I mostly find people here quite polite and courteous, certainly more than some places I've been to. On some recent trips to western Europe I found people far less courteous and polite. You must not get out much if you think people in Dubai are polite and courteous. I have been living here for long but the last 4 years has been the worst. People are so rude and ill-mannered here these days and they just dont care. Its disgusting. I travel internationally approx once a month and, in my experience, I don't find people here more rude than anywhere else. In fact, I find that people are generally more friendly, more willing to give a smile and a 'good morning' than most places I travel to. I also find that people are more willing to help here when you're about and with children. In Dubai, when I'm with my children, people often ask if I'd like to go ahead of them in a queue. I do find that giving everyone I come across a big smile helps!
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Latest post on 19 October 2014 - 20:22
Wow, I must be lucky because I mostly find people here quite polite and courteous, certainly more than some places I've been to. On some recent trips to western Europe I found people far less courteous and polite.
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Latest post on 19 October 2014 - 20:11
I think I have misunderstood the education system in Dubai a bit. Is FS1 similar to pre school then? If that is the case then I'd like to get my son settled straight into big school. Is he likely to be accepted into an FS1 year in March? XX It depends on the school (and the curriculum) you go to to the age they start. Someone said they start at 3, but our school you are not allowed to start until you are 4.
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Latest post on 19 October 2014 - 17:04
There is a place at Al Quoz Mall that I took my maid to to get hers done, but it's pretty busy, not sure if that could be it. http://www.alquozmall.com/portfolio/dubai-health-authority-2/ <em>edited by Ohman on 19/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 19 October 2014 - 17:01
Vienna (particularly Schonnbrunn palace) are my fave.
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Latest post on 13 October 2014 - 11:36
CelMetro are excellent, they will pick up/drop off as mentioned. But if you take it yourself they'll repair in under an hour. You'll also get a warranty as well.
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Latest post on 12 October 2014 - 12:04
I have had a few lumps in the past and was always given an ultrasound. I was told this was due to my age (late 20, early 30s at the time). The doctors in Australia told me at the time that due to the density of the tissue that a mammogram is not as good as a diagnostic tool in younger women, which is why I had an ultrasound. I was told mammograms are preferred in women over 40.
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Latest post on 09 October 2014 - 09:17
Hello I need a good female paediatrician for my daughter. Our favourite one has just left Dubai and my daughter has some issues that she only wants dealt with by a female. Preferrably in Jumeriah/Umm Suqueim area. Can anyone recommend someone? Many thanks <em>edited by Ohman on 09/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 October 2014 - 17:45
I'm a white westerner and my kids are not allowed to go to sleepovers. At least for the moment, we may reassess when they're older (say 10 years +). I have known of too many people who were molested at sleepovers and seen first hand the trauma even now in their 40s , so I'm not willing to risk it and I don't think sleepovers are necessary.
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Latest post on 05 October 2014 - 11:18
At our school only female cleaning staff are allowed on the premises during school hours. After hours a team of male cleaners come in. I see them being dropped as we leave the school premises. The PE teacher is male (who conducts swimming lessons) and I don't have a problem with this. I have witnessed the lessons on occasion and he is not in the pool with the kids, he stands on the side. The female classroom assistants take the girls into the change rooms and help them if need be.
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 16:54
Bidi Bondi on the Palm?
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 21:07
Yep it's definitely closer to 5-6 hours to the hotel. There is a voucher in the Entertainer Travel book (the big one not the supplement) to get one night free and a percentage off the remaining nights - well worth it.
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:58
There are a few places at Dragon Mart that do them.
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Latest post on 11 September 2014 - 17:08
If it was me and price wasn't an option, I'd do Emirates. The A380 does make a difference - it's much quieter and there's more room. Personally 6 hours spent in an airport with a toddler would do my head in. If you fly overnight, you might be luck enough to get a big chunk of sleep. Although I do know that Cathay Pacific are significantly cheaper than Emirates.
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Latest post on 11 September 2014 - 16:06
Fabulous, thank you.
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Latest post on 10 September 2014 - 16:11
We found Nomad at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel really good with the kids. Good food and brilliant deserts for the adults as well.
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Latest post on 10 September 2014 - 16:08
It obviously varies. Winters our bills are about 100dhs per month, our most expensive summer bill was last month and it was 800dhs - and that's with a full house and most rooms running AC. The biggest charge is the capacity charge which happens quarterly. Ours is about 1400dhs a quarter for 3 bed. You should check if you or your landlord will pay the capacity charge. Our DEWA bill is never more than 800dhs.
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Latest post on 04 September 2014 - 11:43
I've kept close tabs on my kids and kept comparison with they're doing and what the NSW curriculum is (along with checking in on a regular basis with parents/kids in Oz) and my kids are studying at a far higher level here than what they're doing in NSW. Each state in Australia has they're own curriculum and they're different (just like here between the different curriculums). A friend of my son's from the same school just returned to Australia (Victoria) and his mother told me he was much further ahead in his studies than his Aussie classmates. So it probably depends on the school you send your kids to in Dubai. I don't necessarily think the curriculums in Australia are more challenging that the British (in fact they start reading/writing a lot earlier in the British curriculum). I personally prefer the Australian style as it's not as rigid and old fashioned as the British. Less rote learning, more learning through doing. Apparently the IB curriculum is the most similar to Australia from what Australian teachers teaching in Dubai have told me. The Australian schools here doesn't have a great reputation, although I don't know much about them personally, that's just what I've heard. <em>edited by Ohman on 04/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 25 August 2014 - 08:13
Does anyone know of anywhere around Barsha?? There's no way I'm going to get down to Satwa with four kids in tow in the next day.
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Latest post on 24 August 2014 - 09:37
satwa Anywhere in particular??
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Latest post on 21 August 2014 - 09:57
Stuckonyou are also in Dubai. They have an office here, but I believe the labels are made and sent from Australia. They are brilliant though. I had some made up 3 years ago in Oz and I'm still using them and they last well.
 
 
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