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Latest post on 18 January 2012 - 14:58
Boston dental hospital....044248602
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Latest post on 18 January 2012 - 14:54
Wok in at the Movenpick at Deira is fab,on Friday brunch 225includes drinks. They have buffet with sushi ,soup,salads (Thai ) finger food and sweets. Then main course you order off the menu so hot when it arrives and can order as much as you like. Lemongrass behind Lamcy plaza is fab and highly rated Grand Hyatt also a a more casual one think called wok on in, they cook there in front of you and very good price
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 21:34
Think it's called Mr Minute....you know the ones that do the keys. DS got new screen for his BB there so maybe they do iPhone as well
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 19:29
I presume you are new to Dubai! The tradional rugs do grow on you so maybe reconsider and go for something like that. Take a drive out to the Friday markets, which are open everyday
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 14:36
Yes that is tha date and just saw start back on the 3rd. Sept
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 12:50
I notice a few remarks from fellow EW,who have made comments about their younger years. We are women or were girls who are much more mature in our teenage years.You cannot compare boys and girls at the same age. Not sure if you have teenage boys but they are NOT responsible enough to make their own decisions! As I have 3 boys, well 2 are men now, they definitely need to have boundaries set in place early
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 10:39
What about Sheriden sheets from OZ You can get them at Debenhams
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 10:37
10 is a good time! They have to get up at 6 or 6.30 next morning so 8 hrs sleep is what they need
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Latest post on 16 January 2012 - 19:44
You mean between 7 and 9 after the way things are at the moment!
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Latest post on 16 January 2012 - 19:43
As I'm from the Gold Coast this is such a regular event! DS friend who is a ski paddler has had his car broken into 3 times in the last year,after they stole his car keys left in a bag on he beach. One of the few ways is the key pad on the drivers side or the old fashion keys you have to use by putting it into the lock.
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Latest post on 16 January 2012 - 14:38
Try Bloomingdales as they carry all the American brands that tend to cater for larger beds
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Latest post on 16 January 2012 - 09:56
He WON in 5
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Latest post on 14 January 2012 - 15:49
Sorry had to laugh! Oshkosh...Brings thoughts of kids overalls and other clothes
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Latest post on 14 January 2012 - 15:47
DS says math! Not Maths ...as we tell him there is a S as its plural...we use more than 1 number.. I'm sure the back of his head will be sore soon...lol
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Latest post on 13 January 2012 - 19:12
DH work for govt or private..lol. Whatever suits them at the time. They pay to 19
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Latest post on 12 January 2012 - 16:57
Used to see them on a Friday morning at the beach next to the Burj. Around 9 I think would be a good time
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 20:07
Oasis centre has them...
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 20:04
Ok mine was yesterday ...had quite a few so not a biggy! I booked a few days away last week and said we will have a BBQ and DH can cook. I bought my own cake and went to MMI for bottle of champagne . So next year do it all yourself and tell him what is happening ...lol
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 19:59
No they are in Garhoud."...Al Warqua is the other side of 311or Emirates Rd. You either love Al Warqua or hate it. And no it's not just for locals
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 18:47
There are villas there.We were thinking of moving there and was told to go to entrance near Choithrems and the Co-op.they are owned by the Sheikh who owns Emirates,so well kept. Drive there have a look won't hurt!
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 15:45
Finally got someone! Thanks Housekeeping Company
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 13:29
Garhoud, Festival City....depends if you want apt or villa There is a big banner with phone number on Those white buildings opposite Emirates College..Aviation club <em>edited by basil on 10/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 13:19
I know I know....live in Festival City area and rang about 6 cleaning companies who informed me they do not service my area! I want someone once a week to clean a 3 bed Apt and really getting frustrated . I can't believe with so many ladies here I can't find someone
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 19:44
He would have to be full time, as DS is full time with Emirates college and they do his visa.
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 17:57
Sorry they don't know either! Best drive around and see if any signs on places
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 16:35
There is an App now from Allrecipes,which is great. They have step by step video as well as type in what you want and lots of recipes come up
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 16:32
Friend lives in Muhaisanah,I often visit. Much better than Mirdif as no aircraft noise. 2 shopping centers very close as well as lots of schools.
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 16:10
They are new but getting very good results. Maybe too far for you to travel as near Arabian Centre
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 11:03
Call...0555752888
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Latest post on 08 January 2012 - 20:40
1st off buy Fine Dining Entertainer book. You will get back the cost from your 1st dinner. Also can check out where to go in your area and which restaurants have the food you are interested in. Great time to buy at the start of the year and guarantee that you will use it heaps
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Latest post on 08 January 2012 - 20:25
Didn't think it was legal not to give return flights home? <em>edited by basil on 08/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 January 2012 - 18:44
Better to find out this way than pay money to find out!
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Latest post on 08 January 2012 - 17:41
what area do u live in ?
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Latest post on 06 January 2012 - 08:27
Give us a call..0555752888
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Latest post on 04 January 2012 - 12:48
At MCC and also Arabian Centre
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Latest post on 04 January 2012 - 08:40
DH just explained, but of course too much info..lol He said in most cases LCD is better. Samsung is the leader or Sony,Bravo. Samsung is the only company that makes the base then others add on."if that makes sense
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Latest post on 04 January 2012 - 08:25
Look into Etihad as they are doing a huge recruitment drive. DS went thru the EK process and made it thru to final interview ,but was told sorry next time. The whole process took 3months. In August applied to Etihad and from interview to starting was under 1 month. During August they had interviews every week and are looking at more English and Aussie people where as EK have gone more towards Asians
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 20:29
They told us at an open day ,think August ,no longer available to use HECS fees to go in here in Dubai
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 20:18
Full time...sure nothing is free! He has to pay back,but only when he eventually returns to OZ.
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 20:00
DS went to Murdoch Uni open day and was told he could not use HECS for his Uni here, so does Open Uni online
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 18:55
Meridien Village always has a good night with drinks for 220..I think!
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 17:59
If you are interested ,lessons are on Mon nights or Sat lunch time.starting n 16th Jan.
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 17:57
You cannot HECS fee now at aust unis here . But you can do a degree on line thru aust Uni ,free with your tax file number. DS found this out
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Latest post on 03 January 2012 - 17:44
Do u live in Mirdif area? If so let me know as can give you contact for ladies only lessons
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Latest post on 01 January 2012 - 00:32
Just wondering how the traffic is after the fireworks? Festival City promenade was packed and hence traffic getting onto al Rebat is manic. So how is SZR tonight?
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Latest post on 30 December 2011 - 13:27
It is law to have new tyres every 3 yrs but also with the heat it is worth it to change them anyway,as they do go hard
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Latest post on 27 December 2011 - 10:13
Not getting in car! After last years traffic jams,we will walk to Festival City and watch the fireworks from the promenade
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Latest post on 26 December 2011 - 11:38
Depends where you are from if you find it cold! Even though the water is heated little ones will find it too cold unless they stay under the water all the time. The outside air and slight breeze makes it very cold when you are wet
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Latest post on 26 December 2011 - 11:36
We went to Meridien Village on Christmas eve. Beautifully decorated and of course the band so bit entertainment.310 dhs each so yes good value,only they didn't have too much variety in cocktails and no champagne!.As usual food is good,not fantastic ! as we were all adults very good night.
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Latest post on 22 December 2011 - 09:41
Yes, Got the Cobone deal. It was worth it as we just bought it again. Fortunately we had our DS drive us there and then pick us up again otherwise the cab fare would be high as we live Festival City area. Not over the top in variety of food but what they had was good. They do all the roast meat on the buffet ,but if you want other main courses,like fish,veal,pork,chicken then you order off the menu. The cheese area is to die for,the deserts ,well good not fantastic. You have your choice of a few beers, couple of nice wines and then a few cocktails,but the waiters are great and always refilling. Finished at 4 so at 3.45 the waiter came around and offered to bring back lots as final call, so we were there for a good 30 min more. Overall a good Brunch as we sat outside ,they had a singer as music but dont think we would pay full price!
 
 
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