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Latest post on 22 December 2011 - 08:28
Maybe they couldn't think up a good excuse..lol It is so easy now to txt someone as you don't even have to speak to them so they can hear your voice tone
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Latest post on 22 December 2011 - 08:25
Did brunch there last Friday,not that restaurant ,but still was fantastic. Only thing is it takes ages to get there.It really is a long way around the Palm? So either pre book a taxi for your return or someone is the designated driver.
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 22:09
DS goes to Emirates college and has to attend on Sunday as just another day.End of term exams is middle of Jan.
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Latest post on 20 December 2011 - 11:57
Do u need to get vaccinations Or just registration ? Just go to government vet to get reg if u have the vaccinations
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Latest post on 20 December 2011 - 07:12
Not all airlines carry pets, plus some have stipulations on breeds as well,so check all this first. Then try get the most direct flight, we flew our 2 from Oz but still took them 48 hrs for door step to door step and they had 2 stopovers due to airline availability . The pet transport people really do know the best way
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Latest post on 19 December 2011 - 11:37
Easier just order a pre cooked one at either Inter con t Fetival City or Le Meridien sure some of the other large hotels will also do
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Latest post on 18 December 2011 - 07:22
Try the large optical store near Galleries at Dubai Mall. Directly opposite the Apple store. Otherwise buy Maui Jim sunnies there.they are never discounted but rated number 1 if outside or near water
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Latest post on 17 December 2011 - 12:03
15 does not :16 does
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Latest post on 14 December 2011 - 21:39
Not north Queensland in Jan as cyclone season! Byron Bay is fantastic ,just 1 hr drive outh of Gold Coast. If you really want to o Barrier Reef try Hamilton Is which is more the south end of the reef.
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Latest post on 14 December 2011 - 08:09
hope you are ready for the heat! Remember that it is OZ school hols so everything is high season. If you travel to Gold Coast there will be crowds Not Barrier Reef or Ayers Rock way tooooo hot
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 15:18
Thanks Tiki for the update. I thought EW was here to help us find out things that we need or everyday life in Dubai and our children and their education is n top of the list. You email me her contact details that would be great.....deb4220at live dot com
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 09:27
Will have a look at their website. Someone said Eton has tutors as well not sure how they are. DS needs a bomb under him if u know what I mean. 1st he has to want to improve,which I try to tell him all the time,but unfortunately it's something that has to come from within him! Thanks for the input on Yogi Bear as well
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 19:23
I agree Ha Long bay is fantastic ! Good 2hr drive north of Hanoi but worth it. Cambodia would be my next choice.
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 07:44
Maybe if was 1,800 they may say something .That is a normal amount for a family
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 07:42
DH is obsessed with the boys having tidy rooms, me just close the door!
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 07:40
DS came with a iPhone ,got it locked at one of those small phone places at MCC for 50dhs. Just walk around and ask, at the smaller phone stalls. He has now a BB as they all have them here....well local kids usually have both..lol
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 13:43
Saw them at park n shop this morning...small, iced,think price 60 I got mine at Bateel,600g for 110. I know bit expensive but in a lovely gold Christmas tree shaped box. Also have a booklet from Le Meridien at airport ,they do everything from cooked turkeys to ginger bread house ,fruit cakes, truffles ,mince pies etc. Their price is 110 for cake don't know size. Name of place is Gourmandises.
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 09:44
which store at park n shop ?
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 07:42
Thanks,must send them this week
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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 21:04
Fairmont or meridian village, Intercon at Festival City
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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 15:09
Thanks that would be great
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Latest post on 29 November 2011 - 15:05
Looking for a place that does embroidery on towels as I wish to put some names on for presents
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Latest post on 26 November 2011 - 22:07
have u posted photos on dubizzle at all? Iam looking for a new sofa, but want to know about them 1st.Would like a really comfy one especially as DH usually falls asleep so needs to be at least a 3 seater for 1 of them. What type of fabric are they covered in ? Colour?
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Latest post on 25 November 2011 - 16:30
How silly! 12 in a class...lol most swim schools have 4. Depends on the level. If the children are good then maybe 12 .How can someone keep there eye on 12 children at the same time? Private classes are around 150 to 200 dhs for 30min with 1 or 2 kids Group lessons are 65 per child per lesson edited by basil on 25/11/2011 <em>edited by basil on 25/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 23 November 2011 - 07:42
Thanks will email you
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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 22:02
What state are you from? we are from QLD and DS got his renewed by filling out all relative forms and sending in a photo. We did get it sent to my DS who then forwarded it here. You have 5 yrs to renew it but you will need a current licence to get a UAE one So whichever state you are from go on their website and download all the forms
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Latest post on 16 November 2011 - 10:04
With all my cookbooks I probably use www. allrecipes.com I get daily menus sent to me after u register so different ones to try for dinner.They also have videos u can watch ho to make things. There is a free app as well
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Latest post on 16 November 2011 - 10:00
You may get deals on line that have 1/2 board! That would cut down costs as all restaurants are expensive.Now with the cooler weather do the outside dinner just remember to have a jacket as much cooler. Time from MOE is about 30min....depends how fast u drive ..lol
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Latest post on 09 November 2011 - 17:32
He is 24. Depends when the function is on... Give me an email deb4220at live dot com
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Latest post on 07 November 2011 - 21:42
DS is at college here but was a barman when we were in OZ. Depends on the nationality you are looking for or willing to pay for?
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Latest post on 05 November 2011 - 09:19
DS always goes to Double Deckers at the Rotana opposite Dubai Mall Under 200 includes beer and wine
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Latest post on 04 November 2011 - 17:26
Give me an email will tell all deb4220 at live dot com
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 11:29
Don't forget this year it's a Sunday so a lot of companies will not get the day off. DS is at college and just a normal day for him,so we are doing dinner
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 11:26
Whichever one u choose try to get it heated as you will not be able to swim in it from Nov till march.
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 11:24
You didn't say if boy or girl? Boys are definitely disadvantaged by being the youngest in a class and starting school too soon. I have 3 sons and my eldest was by far the youngest in his class and it is a struggle all his school years.Not only in the class room but sport as well. When he did finish school he was still 16 so made it very difficult for him . So! Don't start them early is my thinking
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 09:25
Bump
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 07:44
Thought I'd like to start 2012 with a few romantic days away with DH. Iam thinking about Paris as want cooler weather and some great fireworks. I know the hotels are very expensive for that time of year so am looking at an apartment. Anyone know of good web site to book thru or if anyone has contacts for rentals?
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 11:48
So will book for dinner as DS is at Emirates college and won't get the day off
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 11:46
Sorry not the area but Meridien Village has all inclusive every night outside buffet with band and dance floor Fab night
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 08:05
I've been watching it for a few weeks now..online! It gets more interesting as it' more about the cold war. Worth a watch and giggle especially when they do a weigh in before being allowed to fly,maybe some of our cabin crew should be made to do that now!
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Latest post on 29 October 2011 - 19:12
Found out today that the Madinat restaurants are all booked out. I rand Fairmont and Meridien both said they havent even decided on price or have opened up for bookings. Gives me hope still as we did Spectrum on one last year ,loved it. The Intercon at Festival City is another that does a fantastic one but then depends on which end of Dubai you live at.
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Latest post on 29 October 2011 - 19:04
Yes huge industrial action... It is however QANTAS...no u in there. It is an acronym... Queensland Northern Territory Air Service
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Latest post on 28 October 2011 - 15:38
Al Qasar
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Latest post on 28 October 2011 - 15:27
Monarch Towers is opposite the US Embassy on SZR before you get to the Fairmont. Good luck to getting it know of someone else trying.
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 15:48
try www.thebigmoouae.com
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 07:45
I too want to be somewhere else for NY...Where would be great? I'm from OZ so don't really want somewhere hot ,maybe snow or great atmosphere for NY . We are a mature..lol..couple so something not too part! Where ?
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 07:40
What breed?
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Latest post on 06 October 2011 - 08:32
they are very good, all of my family go and we have health insurance.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 21:09
They are in 1st block on right. Unfortunately when you drive onto the Palm you will miss it .So you pull off main road ,continue driving and go under road to do u turn.Don't get back onto main drag but continue and go under road as though you are going around in circles. But you now will be at block1 or whatever they call it. Parking is directly out front.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 21:46
Dubizzle...got 1 for 150 dhs last week
 
 
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