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Latest post on 18 March 2013 - 22:35
Hard Rock Hotel, has the best pool in Bali. Kids Club and across the road from beach
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Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 12:32
We bought a 21" Mac and and a laptop for DS when we lived n Singapore as the schools there really only use MAC. Being a mature person, found it strange to begin with but now easy and hate using anything else. We have of course moved it a few times and so easy to reconnect. Have talked to many people about them and its either love them or hate them. Yes they are expensive but the old saying you only get what you pay for is so true in this case
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Latest post on 08 March 2013 - 12:57
Being an Aussie where the UV rays are so bad I have been burnt many times. Banana Boat is probably the best brand as a sun cream. As far as freckles go its in your genes. So if a parent or Grandparent has them then I think you will get them. DS has lovely skin and goes wonderfully brown and I do go brown but have lots of freckles, so sun cream will not stop the freckles.
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Latest post on 20 February 2013 - 15:11
Yes we did this Brunch last month. Actually did the deal with late check out and Brunch included. Wouldn't say the Brunch was great, probably 4*. No Jumeirah thats for sure. Can't really put my finger on it but didnt find variety or service was great. It was a bubbles but when I asked for something else they said NO! Lots of Russians and Germans stay there. I have done the Brunch at Marina, think it's the Crown or Intercon, anyway it includes 3 restaurants and seating outside, was FAB very injoyable
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 22:03
Thanks, Obviously someone wasn't welding correctly!
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 11:18
Toni and Guy at either Grand Hyatt...easier to park , or DIFC They have different cutter to the colorist Maybe around the 800 mark
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Latest post on 10 February 2013 - 11:28
Don't do it! If the company is paying for housing,health insurance,schooling,white goods allowance , car allowance,etc etc then maybe you can survive on 20k. Ajman would be horrible for someone from the city. DH would spend hours on the road driving in traffic. Yes the roads are horrible and you do get used to it but the traffic in peak hours is 6 lanes of bumper to bumper. In saying all that give it a go ...you never know unless you try!
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Latest post on 04 February 2013 - 10:34
Yes I just rang Al Ghandi for replacement glass jug of my Phillips blender and of course reply was. Sorry no stock have to order it! So I might as well just go buy a new 1
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Latest post on 04 February 2013 - 09:28
Thanks will also call to see if they have replacement 1st
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Latest post on 04 February 2013 - 08:23
That's now called 2nd December St right ! I drive down this road I will be coming from SZR , so is it on R or L side driving toward Flag Pole
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Latest post on 04 February 2013 - 07:46
What is the exact location for Al Ghandi on Jumeirah Rd ? DS broke our glass blender by Phillips and they told me I can get a replacement for it
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Latest post on 01 February 2013 - 23:25
Where do you want to go on the cruise? Look up a web site vacations to go as they are a cruise outlet or whatever they call themselves. all the cruises you can imagine are on it.
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Latest post on 30 January 2013 - 20:18
Brunch is mainly a Friday thing, but there are Saturday ones but not many. There is a deal for next month with Entertainer at Park Hyatt for a Sat. Brunch.
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Latest post on 30 January 2013 - 08:07
Depends on budget. If just want a cheapie look like Persian carpet ,then you can even go to Ikea, Carrefour or side of road near Hatta. They are all machine made, either from Belgium or China. Otherwise head to Blue Souq in Sharjah. You can spend hrs here and start to learn about carpets.
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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 21:53
we were going to Zell am See in Austria for mid term break. Iam no expert on EU skiing but heard this is a fantastic area. It was about 2 hrs by train from Munich. I googled ski areas near Munich and you will find so many.
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Latest post on 26 January 2013 - 08:03
Toni and Guy at Grand Hyatt are fantastic , not far just over the bridge
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Latest post on 26 January 2013 - 08:01
No Gladstone is worst hit.. MIL couldn't understand why they didn't deliver the paper yesterday in Emu Park ! DH says well Mum maybe roads are closed ..lol
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Latest post on 26 January 2013 - 07:32
At least it's not raining like back in Qld. Gotta watch the tennis today. Maybe we could drive around with flags attached to our cars and beeping the horn ! LOL Have a good one everyone .
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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 10:19
DS said it was dry last night so no alcohol till sundown tonight
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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 10:17
Enjoyed Medzo, the Italian lady owner is very professional with the way she describes the meals for you. She definitely makes sure the staff are on the ball,so to speak. This I feel makes a great restaurant
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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 10:13
Heard it was dry from last night till 6 tonight
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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 21:03
Who will stop you here? Not like home where you have to show ID. Loved the movie by the way
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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 20:59
We used Paypal last week and just paid to their email address. We did use our credit card.
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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 14:26
We presently live in an apartment and love it as a very green, security area. The villas are all attached, so if your British you would feel right at home. No trees just a square block and no thought in the floor plan. Horrible,looks like Coronation Street. So as you say, make the most of it.
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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 13:44
No...it's not negotiable ! They are even canceling our 2nd chq of our present accommodation so have to move. They own the compound so why pay rent at other places ?
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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 10:43
Hey Jetset are the villas in Garhoud? If so have heard you can do anything except pull walls out! May have to anyway to make them live able
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Latest post on 22 January 2013 - 20:33
Weekend !
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Latest post on 22 January 2013 - 20:03
swimming teaching
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Latest post on 22 January 2013 - 18:33
not maid type of work! no section for what I need
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Latest post on 15 January 2013 - 19:35
AudreyFB, you gave me a good laugh with talking about Capalaba and the Bogans there. DH is ex Air Force so Amberley area, I know where you are coming from. It makes me laugh when people wear UGGS as a fashion statement ,when they are just slippers! Yes we lived at the Gold Coast where all the girls wears them with a mini skirt and jumper. The guys with board shorts and a hoodie. In saying that I have a pair of uggs on at the moment but bought from the factory at Burleigh.
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 07:51
We had booked at Zell am See but due to different situations we cancelled but now have just (hopefully) booked at Chamonix. I say hopefully as I have found an apartment thru www.homeaway.co.uk. And he wants us to pay thru PayPal . So who has booked thru this website and does everything go as planned?
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Latest post on 10 January 2013 - 18:55
Malaysia or Thailand have GREAT prices,beaches,close,food.4 weeks there equals 1 week other places
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 07:41
You need it for insurance on your car. If you are just hiring a car, no problem, but if you own it you need a UAE drivers license. Simply just they give you 1 when you show them your USA one.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:41
No email...You have to have bought the new books and registered them. You will be able to download the vouchers off net..
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:11
just saw on TV that certain cereals have over 40% of sugar!!! Really we only have our kids with us for a short amount of time, so feed them right and educate them correctly. Back home our kids are up at dawn which is around 5am so they can do sport before school, or just do an activity.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:06
anywhere...just take your insurance card in ..they all do it
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:05
its not the country that will refuse you entry but the airline will not allow you to travel. plenty of time just get it done now!
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:01
OK...We did twice last month as they had the 2 for 1 deal last month. This is fantastic. Yes it is expensive ,but typically Jumeirah ....great food, entertainment,views and beverage. The service is wonderful, food, you order main course off the menu and get it cooked how you like and of course is hot when it arrives. The waitress goes thru the menu and explains everything for you. The entrees and deserts are in the buffet . They have a couple doing the tango with South American music as the entertainment. No children of course. Think I will do it again while they have the deal..
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:59
Looking at apt. Just can't find any in the area. We are more mature couple with a 17 yr old boy. So don't need the clubbing scene. If you know of any area with some or a good website I would appreciate it.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:12
As they say if you cant beat them,join them! Now really fat people can do even less exercise, as they dont even have to get dressed, walk to the car etc....lol Maybe the delivery people can give them a free copy of SUPER SIZE ME with that....Ha Ha
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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 18:38
I wanted to go for my birthday last Wednesday night ,so we all got dressed up and went to Benihana's at Rotana Al Bustain. We didn't book as no one in town. Wrong! Arrive at 7 and can't get in till 10! Oh well, next week. There is a deal on Sun and Wed for around 200 includes alcohol and must book.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 07:57
Lots of sightseeing. Beautiful country in the northern part.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 07:56
I hear you have to pay 100 dhs to park at Dubai Mall.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 09:53
Looking at our name ,I think you are from OZ. Why are you homeschooling? Can't get into any schools? Shame. The children really do find friends and activities when they are at a school.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 08:28
The Notebook.. <em>edited by basil on 28/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 December 2012 - 16:49
It's not like back home where you have to register by beginning of the year. I get my dogs done mid to end of year when the get all heir yearly vaccinations done. Go the municipal vets near Mushrif park,with their passports, which will have the batch number of the vacine,don't have to take your pet! As they said only 10 dhs.
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Latest post on 25 December 2012 - 09:08
A very Merry Christmas to all as I sip my champagne in bed. Just wondering how over the top did some of you go in giving and receiving presents? We set a 300dhs limit this year as have older children. Victoria's Secret set was mine...lovely.
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Latest post on 23 December 2012 - 18:57
DS waking up at dawn,which is around 4.30 am in OZ, and continually playing with the fire engine with so many different sounds. Poor neighbor said must be a really big fire,as the sirens haven't stopped all morning.
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Latest post on 23 December 2012 - 18:53
Don't do it! No order there at all,complete nightmare. If you drive get there at lunch time and don't expect to get out of the parking area in under 2 hrs. Metro station is shut at the mall 1 so you are expected to walk to another one!! SZR is a car park until about 3 am. Plus no atmosphere when the fireworks are on. Nothing like in USA,London or Sydney. Your decision?
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Latest post on 23 December 2012 - 08:22
The best for price and entertainment is at Meridien Terrace Village opposite the airport.Outdoors ,band,alcohol included for around 225dhs. Also enjoy Sheraton on the Creek has a seafood come Asian theme buffet also can sit outside overlooking the creek and lights of the city. Also around the 200 price.
 
 
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