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Latest post on 24 July 2016 - 14:57
Check LazyBoy at Marlin furniture in Karam (not sure if there is on eon SZR). we got ours >6 yrs ago and still in great shape. Marlin used to stock quite big range. You can also check Pottery Barn for their famous recliner - although more pricy than the lazyBoy.
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Latest post on 15 June 2016 - 09:58
Hi Francifra! we are finishing grade 1 with DAA and must say had very good experience the past 3 years. we considered SISSD at one point last year, and my main motive was the bilingual structure - in my mind DAA main disadvantage is the late introduction of the second language. After thorough thinking and discussion, decision was to stick to the well established and more experienced institution. good luck!
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Latest post on 15 May 2016 - 12:01
Sue, housing fee is 1041/month for 4 bedrooms. most of the people were charged the 2k+ this month. you need to pay a visit to Almanara gov office (on SZR), go to counter 44 and you will have it adjusted. it might also help if you join jumeirah Park residents page of FB.you will certainly get quicker response there.
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Latest post on 11 May 2016 - 10:50
4 BR with pool ranges between 1800-3500 (highest in June July, Aug, Sep). this in addition to housing fee c. 1000/mon.
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Latest post on 15 December 2015 - 14:25
Used it last Sunday for my in laws. wheel chair was also used for on of them. they took them through all the paperwork and all the way to the plane. It's a great service and we always use it for them . I go with the Silver meet and greet which is AED160/person. I booked via phone the day before.
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Latest post on 20 October 2015 - 15:42
Hi Ginee, our 7 yr old is in American curriculum, and one of the oldest in class - Grd. 1. no multiplications or divisions yet, but lots of math concepts are being introduced for counting purposes, bigger and smaller numbers etc. I'm sure it will get more advanced as we progress in the year. Learning seem to be lots of fun for the kids!. Good luck in your decision! Tacktouk could you email me? ginneeginnee36 at hotm ail do t c om. I'd like to talk to you more about this sent you an email, you may remove yours
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Latest post on 19 October 2015 - 12:21
Hi Ginee, our 7 yr old is in American curriculum, and one of the oldest in class - Grd. 1. no multiplications or divisions yet, but lots of math concepts are being introduced for counting purposes, bigger and smaller numbers etc. I'm sure it will get more advanced as we progress in the year. Learning seem to be lots of fun for the kids!. Good luck in your decision!
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Latest post on 01 October 2015 - 15:27
there is a shop on SZR that sells knobs, locks, handles, and all sort of accessories. If memory is serving well it is close to SEDAR (the curtain store). they have higher quality products - Italian and German made hence certainly more expensing that dragon mart.
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 13:56
Sorry have no experience with FloorWorld, however we've done it twice in two of the houses we lived in. First time was through IdDesin (not sure if they offer this business any more), and second was through Avenues (Umm souquim). both provided all need material including glue, the sheets that go underneath, etc. we had no issue in the first house for five years and now one year in the second. You need to check the quality of the Laminate, its thickness, etc. There is huge range, but there are some good European companies.
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 13:41
hi NM, first good luck with your move. we lived in both and each has teh pros and cons. AR offers you great accessability to other dubai areas, Green community on teh other hand offers great famiky living - spacious houses and lots of greenery - it is certainly a great place for little kids. school and afetr school activities location is key coniedration.
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 12:51
very easy access to Dubai British school-Jumeirah park and Dubai British School-Springs
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Latest post on 16 June 2015 - 15:02
I used Celmetro before for an iphone screen. They claim they are using original screens, but the one i got was definitely not! I know friends who had there's done in Satwa, similar quality and 1/3 of price.
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Latest post on 16 June 2015 - 14:58
i think saw them at Daiso before.
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 14:26
Like the tip Belinda:cool:
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 14:16
Latitude in Jumeirah Beach Hotel. always great choice for kids too:)
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 14:14
i got the exact same of those in the second link from Pottery Barn couple of months ago. good luck
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Latest post on 15 April 2015 - 15:19
have Bosh (German made) for the last 9 years and no complains.
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Latest post on 25 February 2015 - 12:24
Hi Lai, interested. texted you already. pls. let me know if still available.
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Latest post on 08 February 2015 - 11:44
4 BR with pool and garden would range from 1900 winter time and peaks to 3000 in summer.
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Latest post on 08 February 2015 - 11:35
Sun and Sand outlet (Alqouz close to MOE) used to stock loads at reasonable prices.
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Latest post on 05 February 2015 - 14:15
Rolling International did ours. It was a good job i must say. you'll get all info if you google them. good luck
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Latest post on 01 February 2015 - 11:38
galeries Lafayette does it and is quite good.
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Latest post on 22 January 2015 - 09:40
Hi Tiptoptoni, in my view it is buyers market at the moment, stock is relatively high and market is slow. I do not excepect buyers to pay teh full 4% at all. it has been always a split fee between buyer and seller. Buyer shoudl make sure agent is on their side. Agent fees remain the same and are paid by buyer. good luck
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Latest post on 25 November 2014 - 12:20
Agreed, it had plateaued everywhere. Budget would get you the luxury villas in GC or up to 4 BR villa in JP (not really small with 4300 sq. ft). Each would have its pros and cons and really depends on your priorities. JP pros would be location and accessibility which is excellent, new houses – yet they have their own issues, and JP is free hold development. Cons; not gated community, lack of communal areas (yet slowly changing – kids parks have just started to come up. On green community pros would be, would say the best community and community feel in Dubai, spacious parks (great attention to maintenance is certainly needed), quite safe environment for toddlers and kids. On the cons; traffic and traffic and traffic out and in to DIP, it is quire remote as you rightly said, it is a leasehold, district cooling systems – quite expensive. Good luck!
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 14:09
Debenhams for sure
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 16:21
thanks ladies! in fact just got the moulinex at c4 (yes teh big red one), 1000w for 450 hoping it is the right choice. now i take much comfort from Asti's recommendation.
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 16:14
i have teh cell number for one of the partners/managers, his name is Suhail 0504567241. Good luck
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 12:25
Newdxb, to my knowledge you can only get them in via agency and that would cost quite a lot. you may negotiae teh rate a bit down, since you know her and no risk of sending her back, earlier this yar i deals with Future labour supply, was good experience.
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 09:24
Thank you all for your replies, and yes agree Juicer is very different than blender. i also now understand that power matters, 700-1000 Watts should do great job. On a juicer hunt now:)
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Latest post on 31 August 2014 - 16:24
trying to get on a healthier lifestyle, so want to start preparing fresh vegetable and fruit juices at home. would anyone out there be able to recommned good quality/powerful juicer. TIA
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Latest post on 31 August 2014 - 16:21
following! have been put off by the high meintenance neded for solid wood, but not sure about composite heat resistance, durability, etc..
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Latest post on 27 May 2014 - 10:02
you can get them done to exact measure at King Colil. There is one on SZR
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 14:40
i second KA International, great quality and lovely prints. there is also wide range of material (though far from Cheap End- at Warde. they are on SZR close to Infinity showroom
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 14:40
i second KA International, great quality and lovely prints. there is also wide range of material (though far from Cheap End- at Warde. they are on SZR close to Infinity showroom
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 14:37
Tavola should have it but also most supermarkets.
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 12:04
Thanks Vera & Supernoodle, have been looking for this for quite a while.
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 12:50
If you are true cappuccino lover, would warn you against Nespresso particularly those with the built in froth options. Quality of froth is so poor and very inconsistent. You would hear all the nonsense reasons from Nespresso from, powder milk vs fresh milk, this brand vs. that, cold milk vs. room temperature. My two cents would be Nespresso machines may be good for espresso, and only for those fancying the taste of their coffee.
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 10:52
The three you referred to are lovely, but in my view Tom Ford is the most gorgeous. I'm more inclined to perfumes that last longer, and hold them selves well, and TF is just one of those.
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 10:08
a friend of mine highly recommended Saffron (Atalntis), only >18 yrs allowed in.
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 09:33
Used weriters for our move from bahrain to Dubai. They did great job both sides. minimal damages, and professional team.
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Latest post on 08 December 2013 - 12:03
Apologies to barge in Supernoodle! unfortunately unable to address your queries! but i strongly believe the area will get there soon with the names signs etc. it takes time in Dubai but it gets done at the end:-) I'm quite interested to in JP, houses are just perfect. have been looking for any feedback from residence but as you said nothing here or on FB. my concerns are bit different though; not a gated community, not community parks or common areas where kids can get together, kids going on bikes, etc? I have a 5 year old, and living in great kids oriented community. appreciate views from JP residents pls
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Latest post on 06 December 2013 - 23:08
You may also try splash&bounce. They have website with prices on. Have fun
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Latest post on 27 November 2013 - 12:32
Thank you Anon! not happy with this negative feedback, but not surprised though! hope someone else will have positive experience to share
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Latest post on 27 November 2013 - 10:48
Yorky, if sensitive about time you may go directly to canon Store at Al Ghazal center - Corner of Beach Riad and Al Diyafa rd. must say their after sales service is below par!
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Latest post on 27 November 2013 - 09:55
i think the Air has the best of two worlds; way lighter and smaller in size compared to previous version (Ipad2,3 etc), but no copromize on screen size! I like the bigger screen my self, love my new Air:)
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Latest post on 27 November 2013 - 09:47
American schools are off tomorow anyways. Happy Thanks Giving:-)
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Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 22:17
Thank u Sarah. I was told HH are good, but they are very specialized in couple of locations. Haven't heard of gulf platinum. Need more homework I guess:))
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Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 11:23
AGREE. have been here 7 years, dealt with handful number of them (top names), and yet to find a reliable one!!
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Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 11:01
thanks for teh advice QueenL! have a good day
 
 
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