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Latest post on 15 December 2011 - 20:21
Aquaplay at midriff city centre does good parties for 4-5 year olds. I second that. I was very happy with the birthday party I had there. There is no cafe but plenty of seating for the parents and I had Gloria Jean's coffee delivered to them.
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Latest post on 15 December 2011 - 20:19
What about seeing a regular surgeon? I had an ingrown toenail surgically removed once and it was done by a general surgeon.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 20:56
I have not gone out on NYE for many, many years. Am I missing anything?
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 16:49
Looking for Western educated so (most likely) would also be of Western nationality (but it is not necessary). That is why it is a hard sell. While the taxfree salary is good, many young adults - in the US at least - are taking advantage of living at home so the rent, transport costs almost negate the positive difference. I think that this would be a hard sell for any Westerner unless your company would be willing to pay for housing.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 16:46
3,000 one flight over ? startup costs (furniture/house stuff, drivers license/other paperwork fees not covered by company) 2,500 rent /month ? utilities/month 1,000 rental car + gas + salik /month (if costs split with 1 other person) 1,000 food/month (minimum - no eating out) What other necessities am I probably missing...? Again this is not for me. Looking to convince overseas people to come over for this package, trying to see the reality in it - is it enough for someone to move here. Thanks for your help! Personally, I think it depends on the nationality of the person you are trying to recruit.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 16:31
I've heard that one can now apply for a HC online. Has anybody tried that? Yes, through the Dubai Hospital site. U need passport copy, visa copy, photo and to pay the fee of 110 I think was it.. mpp or anon... any help would be appreciated... I applied online since it seemed the easier choice at the time (anon i know you said to go to Rashid but being an internet person i figured this was brilliant :(). Did it towards the end of November. Got a patient ID number but no next steps. Any idea on what i need to do now? Called the call centre - absolutely no help, they asked me to call Dubai Hospital who put me on hold to get to the right department and I haven't got through after several tries. So was hoping one of you ladies can help. Hi Susan. I'm sorry but I don't know about the online procedure. My opinion is that you should go to your nearest government clinic and explain to them what happened. Your patient ID number may be your temporary health card. In order to turn it into a permanent card, you'd need to submit a picture. I find that it is impossible to do these kinds of things over the phone if you don't speak Arabic.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 16:22
I saw Belle at Marks and Spencer in the children's clothes section. This was at Festival City. Does an Ariel costume exist? That would be a purple bikini top and a mermaid fin!
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 16:16
Only if they'd be willing to do room sharing the way Kabayans and Indians do...
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 08:57
Lakeland - MCC
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 17:04
Their black bean and cheddar omelette is delicious!
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 13:44
Great! Thanks for this info.
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Latest post on 11 December 2011 - 20:50
medicine (compared with the USA) dry cleaning car washing home delivery generally things that make up the service industry <em>edited by AnonDubai on 11/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 13:40
Just a suggestion: I have found that kids love the big slide thing much more than they love the jumping castle...
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 16:48
He probably doesn't even know what or when Christmas is! Lol That's pretty offensive. Were you trying to be funny? I never said I wanted to make sure it's a Christmas Bonus. It's just that time of the year when you think about the people who have added value to your life. I can just as well call it a New Year's gift. It makes no difference to me, I'm not a raging Christian. I won't be in this villa next Eid. I will have moved on. No, that was not meant to be a joke nor offensive. It's just a fact.
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 16:37
He probably doesn't even know what or when Christmas is! Lol
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 16:32
You were all so helpful in answering my question about Hairdressers and tips, I have another Dubai ettiquette question: Do you give your Gardener a Christmas bonus and if so, how much? Did you give him an Eid bonus? That seems more logical if he is a Muslim. edited by AnonDubai on 06/12/2011 Nope. Had only just arrived then so he'd only been with us a couple of weeks. Can you wait until Eid in August to give him a bonus? If he's good, then he will deserve a big one by then!
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 16:22
My kids also like sherry and safi fish and they have been eating that since they were babies.
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 16:13
You were all so helpful in answering my question about Hairdressers and tips, I have another Dubai ettiquette question: Do you give your Gardener a Christmas bonus and if so, how much? Did you give him an Eid bonus? That seems more logical if he is a Muslim. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 06/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 20:52
Nothing yet
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 20:50
Also, what I really hate about school pictures is that they have to be in uniform. I don't ever get professional pictures taken of my kids. The school pictures are my only chance so I wish they'd allow the kids to wear regular clothes for that one day!
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 20:48
My DD's was horrible last year so I did not buy any but this year they did a great job. I am guessing it is the same photographing company because her arms are indeed behind her back!
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 17:27
I just remembered that my DD had a horrible diaper rash when she was 10 months old. It wouldn't go away and I was very concerned. Finally, a more experienced mother took a look at it and told me it was some sort of fungal infection. We got some special cream for it and it went away quickly. Maybe your DD's issue is not a diaper rash.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 15:53
It would maybe only take 40 minutes if the traffic was clear!
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 15:25
Hi! What reasons make you think your supply is low? Just so you know, topping up will lower your supply. Did you start topping up and then noticed you had supply issues?
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 16:59
The prices are very good there but it is an old-style place. The guy is efficient but not very friendly.
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 16:14
Sorry to hijack, but does anyone know what window locks to use, I can't find anything, n honestly don't even know where to look n what to look. The windows in my apartment slides up, doesn't open full but still It's a big concern, though I never leave my child alone at home but still...acccidents can happen even under supervision. Thanks Maybe you could also contact dumasafe?
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 16:13
www.dumasafe.com. HTH Thanks for this info.
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 15:37
Bump for some EW users looking for a tailor
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 14:07
My second floor overlooks my ground floor and there is enough space between the poles on the second floor for a child to slip through and a child could also climb on each pole to jump from the top of the bannister. Falling through or over would lead to death or paralysis. Am I going overboard to childproof? Has anyone ever had an upstairs like this with young children? I was thinking that a barricade will have to be up for about 10 years.
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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 19:53
Thanks Apricot! That will probably be the first book I'll have picked up in years!
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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 17:57
an Ipad?
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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 16:50
You can do a search on the Nurseries and Schools forum. There are a lot of threads about Repton.
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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 16:48
I thought "our" was a typo. Lol
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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 12:22
Thanks for these suggestions!
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 21:15
If you're looking for a maid on her own visa, well, that is illegal.
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 20:29
Heaps! Can you be more specific? Economics, history, adventure stories? Biographies or autobiographies edited by AnonDubai on 02/12/2011 <em>edited by AnonDubai on 02/12/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 12:20
They don't have full-service gas stations in Australia? They are very rare these days Anon. Gosh, I think all of the service in a 'service station' was taken away before I even had my license so it's been a looooooong time. ;) This one not far from where I live is the only one I know of...certainly from Brisbane and Sunshine Coast. In the USA, they have lots of them since most gas stations there are owned by Arabs, Indians, and Pakistanis.
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 12:00
It's probably open today but they most likely take an afternoon break.
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 11:59
They don't have full-service gas stations in Australia?
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 11:16
Oh, and btw. When should we be giving her her first pay? Now or when she has been here a month? Pay her pro rata for November plus December's salary on the last day of December.
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 10:39
Baggers in the USA are not allowed to accept tips either.
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 18:12
No, I love them! How convenient to have your car washed while you are shopping! It beats going to a gas station here and waiting in line! Anyway, if you wave a refusal to them as soon as you see them, they will be gone before you even open your door. That's my experience too. My car is so clean and for a pittance - wonder how much they take home? Probably somewhere between 500 and 800 a month...
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 17:58
No, I love them! How convenient to have your car washed while you are shopping! It beats going to a gas station here and waiting in line! Anyway, if you wave a refusal to them as soon as you see them, they will be gone before you even open your door.
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 17:17
I only said it is harsh because they are probably deeply suffering right now. I believe it is 100% necessary for them to be held accountable in the eyes of the law. And BTW, if I stated my real opinion about these people, I'd be blasted off this board by my fellow EW users. edited by AnonDubai on 30/11/2011 edited by AnonDubai on 30/11/2011 <em>edited by AnonDubai on 30/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 17:15
Pampers
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 16:56
I agree with you. This is harsh but necessary.
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 16:52
Everywhere will be busy but will purchasing increase? Doubtful!
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 16:49
Maybe some other airline can buy them out and improve them as they are seriously one of the worst airlines out there. Yes, I have to fly with them soon. They told me that they don't do children's meals and that no stroller is allowed if there is no infant ticket. They are not family friendly at all and I am dreading the seating arrangement on my transatlantic flight!
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 16:40
For those who are telling us how old their country is, could you also please tell us which country it is?
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 15:53
It seems that this is only good for federal government employees...
 
 
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