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April Flower

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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 22:15
Hello again I hve contacted a few schools in Dubai from the UK and two have told me they have places and there is a registration fee. I haven't personally checked these schools out yet (which we will do on arrival) and we haven't found accommodation yet either. So my question is when do you start paying the registration fees or any other fees? I hear so much about the lack of school places so am I being overly cautious? I also don't want to pay 500Aed for each school and realise we don't want any of them! Any advice welcome x
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 22:12
La Veranda is Pasta/pizza, tratorria-esque. Waterfront is Mediterranean-esque, aiming at the health conscious, but as mentioned, great views of the Burj and 'on the beach' and licensed. We all have different tastes and definitions on 'fab', these two restaurants are good, but not fab! So ignore what I've posted! It's a while since we've had 'fab' here in Dubai.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 22:00
Pai Thai is in the Entertainer Fine Dining. I don't have the Family book but I know Waterfront and La Veranda at Jum Beach Hotel are in there. But they're a different type of venue to Pai Thai, great views though!
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 21:51
Which area are you looking for?
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 20:53
i second the fab food.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 20:52
Wow, I'd say that's good work from the police, especially as you thought you'd lost it in the taxi, after you had paid the fare. I must admit I'm not very vigilant of my bag in restaurants, I will be now.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 20:41
He 'lives' in his bedouin, just next to the side of the Ritz Carlton, on the beach in between the Ritz and Le Royal Meridien, don't know what time he takes the camels out but am sure you if you walk past there you may see him and speak with him. <em>edited by April Flower on 14/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 20:57
I've just posted the dubizzle link onto my facebook, hope she's found soon.
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Latest post on 27 April 2013 - 08:43
Hope not, our 40th floor apartment windows have just been cleaned!
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Latest post on 27 April 2013 - 08:39
www.holidaylettings.co.uk
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Latest post on 26 April 2013 - 11:59
Miss Faye08 - how do you know there is a fine to pay? Silly question I'm sure. But my DH had an accident last month near Baraccuda, it wasn't another car involved, it was a donkey!!! Don't ask! The police gave him a white copy, he never mentioned there was a fine to pay.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 23:16
We'll be celebrating 28 years at the end of this month. I also get a cup of tea every morning, because he does it better than me! He cooks dinner, more times than I do! Because he does it better than me! I get called Princess or chickedee numerous times a day. He always asks if I need a hand if I'm doing the dishes or washing. We tell each other how much we love each other, not every day, but often. And we still make each other laugh. I reckon I struck very lucky with my DH.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 23:02
Also mentioned earlier. Try this one: http://www.gemseducation.com/MENASA/parents/contents.php?pageid=54
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:54
Ah, not sure about exchange rates, I suppose you would have to do the maths. I think Al Ansari Exchange charge a AED60 transfer fee.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:50
We stayed at 3 different hotels in one stay - the Moevenpick next to the Tamassa, you can just walk along the beach to the different hotels. Another Beachcomber hotel in Beau Vallon, Le Mauricia - steer clear and The Shandrani, all inclusive, it was fabulous. In one of the restaurants you get to choose the bottle of grape, not just by the glass! Fizz is served from 6pm. Lots of activities are also included. We took dollars and changed the currency as we needed to. NB Some of the smaller/local establishments prefer local currency, we ended up borrowing money from our driver when we first arrived! Enjoy.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:32
Ellabella, which building are you in? It sounds very good.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:14
Why can't you do a transfer from your UAE account to the UK? therefore avoiding the need to be carrying cash.
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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:12
This is a restaurant with rooms in Nottingham: http://www.restaurantsatbains.com/
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 22:29
This might help too: http://www.gemseducation.com/MENASA/parents/contents.php?pageid=54
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 22:26
here's a primary - Fs1 to yr 6: http://www.gemswellingtonacademy-alkhail.com/ A secondary school is expected to follow in due course.
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 22:22
Phenergan is also a anti-histamine that will give you a good sleep, ask the pharmacist for it.
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Latest post on 11 February 2013 - 20:39
Seems to be working OK: http://www.dubailand.gov.ae/English/eServices/RentalIncreaseCalculatorEN.aspx
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Latest post on 08 February 2013 - 22:00
Blue Orange at the Westin, if it's in this year's Entertainer you can use vouchers and sit outside.
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Latest post on 08 February 2013 - 21:54
http://www.residence-seychelles.com/o_5-EN.html
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Latest post on 31 January 2013 - 22:03
If she's flying business and therefore paying for a superior service, isn't Marhaba, or the equivalent, automatically included?
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Latest post on 26 January 2013 - 20:44
Where do I get onto the new 611 from the Marina?
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 11:39
It's well up the beach in between Le Royal Meridien/Ritz. The camel man has his tent pitched there.
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 21:06
Does this help? http://www.dubailand.gov.ae/English/Tanzeem/Rentals/Rental_Increase_Calculator.aspx
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 20:54
The whole thing/mess in JBR is a shame, we've decided to move!
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 20:51
I live in JBR too opposite the Ritz. My sister stayed at the Movenpick and had to move rooms due to the noise. I'd suggest he stays clear of the Hilton/Movenpick area, maybe try Le Royal Meridien/Habtoor which are some distance from the works, or the newly refurbed Le Meridien Mina Sehyahi.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:22
I second this. We did it twice last month too, it was lovely, especially with the voucher. I've not seen a voucher for January, was it emailed?
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 20:41
I'd agree, my preference is Seychelles, or is it Maldives....
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 20:23
Do you ladies work at this salon??
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 20:22
We were there in March for 9 days, we had a lovely time despite heavy rain falls for most of the time. We found the sea too cold! so couldn't comment on the coral. We stayed in 3 different resorts, all different, but if I had children, I'd recommend The Shandrani, it's an all inclusive resort. I'd recommend it even if you don't have children, there's lots of secluded areas, and a great selection of restaurants. Most Water activities are included. Hope this helps.
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Latest post on 20 December 2012 - 21:07
i've just tried and can't access the vouchers either.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 10:54
It's called Ocean View Hotel, had a quick look in the lobby last weekend, looks lovely.
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Latest post on 15 December 2012 - 00:05
Thank you Basil for the feedback, we were booked to go today but had to cancel. Rebooked for 28th, armed with Entertainer vouchers as well!
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Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 21:13
The Mendosa stores have a good selection.
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 20:41
You could try EW's classifieds: http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_classifieds.aspx
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 20:27
Mount Lavinia hotel, approx 1 hour from the airport.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 20:25
Fabulous. Congratulations to the happy couple.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 20:56
I've only been to one resort, but I can thoroughly recommend it - just confirm with them that they serve champagne breakfast! http://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/package/IslandClub.html Good luck with a Xmas booking.
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 21:36
Thank you ladies, much appreciated. I'll save my money for a nice meal!
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 20:41
Thank you Nutty for your advice.
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 19:28
Thank you Sue R.
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 17:50
Spot the errors: The perosn must have experience of working in this region and have good connections in the media. They must have a good writing style and preferably have interest in the organic and helathy life style segment. I'll pass on this one!
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 20:25
Thank you, AusJor
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 22:27
AusJor - you advise getting an entry stamp put onto a separate piece of paper. If the stamp is on the passport does this cause a problem getting back into UAE? Some friends mentioned this yesterday. Thank you.
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 09:26
I was thinking of staying on Mahe, I will have a look at Trip Advisor Forum, thank you.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 21:59
a hotel in the Seychelles that has bars and restaurants within a few minutes walk? Thank you.
 
 
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