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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 21:34
No it hasn't, you probably missed it. I passed there today and it seemed to be there.. Or now was I dreaming. <em>edited by Annedxb on 04/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 15:13
Try Xclusive Yachts they supposed to be good though pricey. Here is their link and they are good on the phone to answer all your queries http://xclusiveyachts.com/
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:27
Hhhmm would be nice before i set off on travels. On the similar topic is Longchamp on sale?? Anybody??
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:26
Mega Stitch... they are in Al Barsha near MOE. Opposite the big area of waste ground next to the post office and near the turning down to Lulu, they will fix anything :) Yes!! Have to second that too. Couldn't get the name earlier when i was making the recommendation.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:25
Can't just wait for Christmas again!!!!
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:24
We have been living in the Ranches for the past 6+ years and absolutely love it. I don't find accessing any other location too far from here. My son now 9 years uses the community pool regularly and never had a problem with any infection etc. Though I invariably have a problem with the temperature being too cold for my liking We have moved from Saheel to Al reem and have been here the past three years. We love the lake to walk the dogs and also there is a walking track at the back of Reem 3 & 1 that runs along the emirates road / global village. This is also where we regularly walk all of our three dogs off the leash and meet many friendly dog owners with their dogs running free. This is provided you have a friendly dog and are vigilant at all times about your dog. Its like a big doggie socialization park in the mornings and evenings. Met people there who have trekked their way there from Mirador and Savanah too. The vet at the Polo club which is a stone throw away is good and reasonable. Think he also provides dog sitting facilities. There is also a vet store in the ranches community centre and two in Motor city that also provide grooming. I think a few ladies do meet for the baby mornings but don't have much info on it. You wil meet tons of mums and babies around the parks and pools that you can befriend and get more information on socializing. Guess thats how we all started here. There is also a ranches ladies group that you can join. In the golf club they also have a variety of exercise lessons that you can attend without the need of being a member. Beside Exhale ladies fitness club and Fitness First are in Motor City and Optimal Fitness in Studio City. There is also option of membership at the Polo Club On a lazy day you can also have food delivered in from a wide choice of restaurants around the area. Or dine at the restaurants in the Polo club or Golf club. The medical facility by the community centre is good and convenient for emergencies and more. And the cherry on the top is having an A&E store on the community and MMI by Spinneys so no reason to run low on happiness ;-)) Hope this answers your questions.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:06
Dh was also told a month but got one within three weeks. There is a MMI liquor store in MOE on the Carrefour entrance side, IBN Battuta, Green Community, Festival city, karma. And there are also some with by some of the Spinneys outlets like the one in Motor city, Their website is rather very helpful. Look it up.. here is the link http://www.mmidubai.com/obtain_licence/
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 09:01
Ooohh!! would so like that too. Could really do with some lessons
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:56
Some tailors like Regal Stitch around MoE will oblige and alter. Its a hit and a miss though.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:54
You are right its sure not in the family entertainer
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:33
Not true, I was there two weeks ago and we had room service ;) Deck dining and everything is just the same as it ws before Oh good to know. Was considering a weekend there to the end of summer.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:32
Thanks. My husband has viewed a really nice villa in Alma today but I have now read on here that there is potential construction work in Alma?? Is this imminent? Can anyone please give me any more details. Thankyou Yes they are soon going to be building on phase 2 of Alma. We were keen on a purchase there but have decided to hold on. I personally prefer alma becoz of the close proximity to the community centre and entrance as well as the gold course. Atleast then don't have to drive my son up and down to most of the time. Makes a big difference when you have overseas guests and for the maid when you are traveling or for that matter even older kids.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:28
We have a place in the Saheel type 8 and to answer your questions Get a gas cooker its more economical and pretty safe the cylinder is outside. To replace an empty cylinder it will take you half hour waiting time. Had to get rid of the cabinet door by the sink for the dishwasher, this was done by Emrill at that time in 2006. We had a lot of grass initially for the first year and a half and our bills were high. then we put in gravel on the side with a little bit of paving around. Tiled the outdoor bbq area and had only about 40% of the back yard in lawn. We are a family of three with the maid and pretty careful of our consumption, however our average bills were Aed 2500 to 4000 and this was in spite of installing ceiling fans in two of the main bed rooms that we used more often than the AC Hope this info helps
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:19
Lulu has a kiosk on the first level by the travelator. Or even Oasis centre has one on the basement level again by the travelator
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:17
Have you tried Satwa yet?? Or try a curtain shop they will sell them to you in a pack
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:15
I got mine from Marks and coz I'm petite and like shorter dresses got the tailor to shorten mine. Love them! Available in black, white and beige
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:14
There are loads of companies out there that do it. Ideally do it before you move in and leave it closed for a day. It will get rid of a lot of stuff (like silver fish, ants, roaches etc) that you don't see in an empty space that pretty much looks clean.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:11
Try Kachins in Bur Dubai, Meena bazar. Know quite a few friends who have got suits and tuxedos done there to perfection. the best part is that they also have some great fabrics. They also have a branch across from the Westin / Barasti by Carrefour Express. Call them and find out.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:08
No room service?? Where the exclusivity or whats the use of the outside dining table in your patio. Think the have lost the plot
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:06
If you do it immediately you may possibly get it in time before Ramadan or then a week or so after. Try your luck and hope for the best.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:05
The kind of stuff you talking about is surely designer. A swedish company that's based here and know for great office furniture is Kinnarps of Sweden. Check them out!
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:03
You can do it at the terminal in about 5 minutes and don't need no photos just your passport and the old card, if possible.
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:02
I just bought something in Virgin, with a small sticker price tag AEd145, peeled it off when I got home and the official Virgin pricetag was AED130. It's ridiculous what they get away with here. edited by mum2girls on 19/06/2012 Thats sooo typical!!! Or better still the weekend offer only, for it to return with yet another offer the following weekend or even have it priced lower during the week after the stupid weekend offer
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 08:00
Liz Clairbone now available at Debenhams used to be my favorites till I saturated doing brands. Also try Kenneth Cole and they are on sale. Great bags and nice styles
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 07:59
Thanks ladies will look them up. Don't think I'm gonna be very lucky with an appointment today :-((
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 21:59
I'm not too keen on KL. I find it too busy and limited stuff for kids. Asia is crowded and busy if you stay in the cities but the islands and highlands are beautiful and more relaxing. So if you want a nice relaxed holiday with things to do for kids too be prepared to travel within an Asian country of your choice. However, having said that the only great city which is very kid friendly and tons of activities for them is Singapore. Our personal favorite is Thailand, then a short hours flight to Phuket. We stay at the Dusit Laguna and you don't have to leave the laguna if you don't feel like it. Tons of activities for the kids
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:59
For those who have tried it.. How good is it really?? Would like your reviews
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:58
If I'm not mistaken Tchibo had some. Also sure saw them at Lakeland. I had soft foam ones that fit around the door from Baby shop.
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:53
Lazy boy does one, not sure who the dealers are. Home centre? Dragon Mart ? Ace ?
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:50
Not sure about fashion exhibitions that time of the year.. its pretty dead during that time. Most exhibitions pick up October and onwards. Try exclusive shops instead that house designers local and upcoming international.
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:48
Have you tried homing it through feline friends?? Maybe try posting a message on their FB page. It will help homing it quicker. However, it's a bad time of the year with everybody leaving for holidays. But good luck!
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:45
I've got over 6-7 Buddhas around my home. Some about here and the others all from trips overseas and never had a problem. I also once carried in with me a huge buddha canvas all rolled up and passed customs with it without being stopped.
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:45
I've got over 6-7 Buddhas around my home. Some about here and the others all from trips overseas and never had a problem. I also once carried in with me a huge buddha canvas all rolled up and passed customs with it without being stopped.
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 07:42
Try dragon market... just some of the window displays were evident enough of it possibly being found there. Alternatively you can by a slinky lingerie from there and improvise with a small apron and feather duster. .. and NO I'm not into roll play, just creative.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:37
Opps forgot to mention that they have a kiosk in the community centre of the Ranches. Also the Indian girl Deepika is as good.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:36
Alison from House Hunters is just excellent. They are by far the best for the Ranches.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:34
Hope you taking it after meals, yogurt or plain cold milk with your meds will help. There are side effects to antibiotics in some cases and your symptom sounds like one of them. As also suggested a probiotic will help.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:31
Did it last year for my son and his friend. Its absolutely great and highly recommended. Its all fun and exciting activities for kids especially if they haven't been to the attractions before. Well supervised and organized. The kids truly enjoyed it. I'm not enrolling him again this year as he's been there done that and I am this year looking for more focused learning camps like swimming, skating, piano lessons, drama etc
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:05
The dental Studio off Al Wasl road for all your dental stuff is highly recommendable http://www.thedentalstudio.ae/
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:03
If its a small delivery from a local store then I give them cool drinks. If its movers then i give them 50 - 100 each and cool drinks and possibly a snack too.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 09:01
Recycle - give it back to our laundry
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 22:08
If you got your 4S from Du or etisalat they would have given you the micro sim with the phone. I wouldn't suggest cutting your sim fo rit to fit and suprised to hear that it works. You can get a micro sim from your service provider immediately over the counter, for your existing number. <em>edited by Annedxb on 15/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 22:02
Oh yes! I have been prescribed primrose tablets too but have not been taking it regularly. Guess it should help. <em>edited by Annedxb on 15/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 22:00
Me!! I struggle big time too.. I have no energy to do anything besides I am invariably down with cramps so most often I take the day off and stay in bed. I take a Ponstan and a heated bag that relieves me from pain. Also increase my iron intake with tomatoes, spinach, dates and supplements.
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 21:56
I've not used one but have friends who have done so and swear by it. I'm still not sure but guess worth a try as you have nothing to loose other than some comfort. You get a nice one that I bought for my sis-in-law from Babyshop that you can wear while pregnant to support your belly and post pregnancy to bind it. Hope this helps!
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 21:51
Becuase of the long weekend you have lots of people travel in from the other GCC countries and a few of them try their luck.. This scam has been around for years. I was conned in '97 and learnt since..
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Latest post on 13 June 2012 - 16:40
Thanks Suze for the feedback. Yes I have to agree e-sports wasn't bad at all. But looking ofr something more structured this year rather than just having him out of my face for half a day.
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Latest post on 13 June 2012 - 16:09
still camp-able up high GM...just lovely. Jebel Shams? What's the temperature up there? :) We were planning to sleep over up there after trekking through one of the wadi. You serious!!! in this heat ?? Why?? We spending our cathing up with different group of friends every evening. One night is a games night followed by a rugby game on tele.
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Latest post on 13 June 2012 - 16:06
I am scouting for summer camps with more structured kind of activities rather than the ones where they just play and do a whole load of none productive stuff. I bought the Time Out kids issue on summer camps and was really disappointed with the information and options provided in it. I was considering the following options and would appreciate any opinions if you have tried any of these clases and other ideas or options for a 9+ year old boy Mathnasium - to improve math skills which is daily for an hour Speedo - daily for an hour in the evenings http://www.speedodubai.net/swimming/swimming-programs/swim-camps-1/ http://www.speedodubai.net/Files/Summer%20Camp%202012.jpg Drama Camp - Ductac for a week from 9am - 3pm Art camp - Ductac for week from 10am - 1:30pm http://www.ductac.org/download/Summer%202011%20in%20DUCTAC.pdf Ice Skating - Dubai Ice rink http://www.dubaiicerink.com/learntoskate/Classes.aspx Hip- Hop / Freestyle Dance class - any recommendations?? Photography - ?? Sketching - ?? or anything else thats interesting and different <em>edited by Annedxb on 13/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 13 June 2012 - 15:40
No you sure dont need one. The security guards will be your first customers
 
 
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