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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 17:11
What about Cyprus or beaches in Turkey. Lots of Brits go there but then you can get a package from UK. Of course there is the Maldives or Seychelles
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 07:14
I am looking at getting it too but going to Oasis Centre. Then I can drive like a local !! Lol
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 15:40
DS who is 16 would like to spend 2 weeks in Europe in August . As another son works for Etihad we can fly to Milan ,Paris or Geneva are his area of choice. He loves snowboarding so thought of Zermatt . Any suggestions where to stay with him?
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 22:31
Yes Etihad is direct to Mel.
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 10:29
good, just another middle class area behind Surfers. Little bit older ,more congested. Lots of schools and sporting activities. Robina and Varsity Lakes is called in middle now! Just look at facilities as once the LO get older they will walk or ride bikes to school.
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 07:59
Thinking of all our fallen today. Reading of my friends back home who attended a dawn service. Lest we forget
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 17:37
Bad Lands!!!! Just say most are New Zealanders of native origins. Income is below average so hence a lot of crime. Highland Park is another area that even though it is Nerang they changed their name but wrong side of H'way What area did you see the property?
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:17
It used to be of a morning ..Fri about 9 The beach next to the Burj Just go 1 fri see if it's on otherwise enjoy the morning at the beach You will see lots of families running into the water and doing normal nipper stuff
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 07:54
Ok after a nights sleep,here is more info Catholic schools that are pre school to grade 12...Aquinas at Ashmore,in behind Surfers Paradise Don't forget Marymount at Burleigh Emmanuel at Carrara which is on road between Nerang and Broadbeach. There are few that just go to grade 7...primary school. Most people spend a lot of time at the beach so you don't want to be more than 15 min drive away or you won't go. Broadbeach waters is great or Clear Is waters (expensive). Benowa, not bad Or if you like flat water the Nth end is the Broadwater ,Runaway Bay,,Biggera Waters
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 22:21
Ok schools is where you should start. Catholic schools, private. Marymount at Burleigh Waters is one of the largest on the coast. If you dont have a big budget, then why do you want private schools when just as good at some state ones? Stay away from anything that is on the wrong side on the M1...Nerang a big NO. Must be on the beach side of the highway. Robina very popular as is Varsity lakes. Yes after a few years the acreage will wear thin. Broadbeach waters or anything closer to Sufers is always more expensive. I have never been a northern end type of person, meaning anything south of Broadbeach or Pacific Fair Shopping centre is great. Gold Coast is very much like Dubai in that you love one end better than the other. Southport is the Marina and Coolangatta is the airport end. Dont go near Palm Beach...lovely area but too many bad teenagers. Iam sure I will think of more tonight so will continue in the morning
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 22:06
In Singapore the line waiting to be seated is always so long. They are fantastic so everyone should try them
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 22:04
They didnt forfill their contract with Taleem so therefor lost it ! E Sport will be taking over, should be this term. Think Libra have now gone bust !
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 15:33
Thanks really wanted to know more on flights from Venice. I can get to Milan on Etihad
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 15:32
Majoe, please give me more info on what you like, kids ,ages etc as I lived on the GC for many years after being a born and bred Brissie girl. My house is at Burleigh Heads and Mum is at Tugun, brother at Palm Beach.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 08:12
They are near Burjuman . Just google apple repairs Dubai DS spilt coffee on ours and they fixed it.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 07:11
Try an Aussie website. www.bestflights.com.au I have used them a few times found them great.
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 12:37
Depends which end of Dubai you live. Southern end try Grand grill with the African drums etc. Other end Hard Rock at Festival City. also they do lots of cocktails and entertainment of the band is great
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 12:34
ADCB I think is probably best. Yes you need 3,000 to open it but then dont need to keep a min balance.No fees ! Seems to be lots of ATM for them around as well. I tried ADIB but too many fees. DH has HSBC ,havent really had too many probs with them just not many ATM. ENBD too many fees
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 06:49
I agree with Green-ish. Unless you work from home and no kids, otherwise you will spend more time in the car than enjoying Hope Is. DH commuted for 7 yrs and traffic just got worse.If there is an accident on the M1 they close it for hrs and can be stuck.
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Latest post on 21 April 2012 - 17:33
Sisters at Dubai Mall do them or straight across from them is the Dermalogica store
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 22:41
ok...so Andorra is out. What about Iran or Azerbaijan?
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 22:11
Any reports about Spain? That seems different. Also Andorra. Anyone been there done that?
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 18:39
Done Colorado and Canada was going toJapan but too expensive
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 18:11
Had a great buffet at Sheraton on the creek. they have an outdoor area. It was a night Asian one great food Lots at the park Hyatt. QD's on the boardwalk also the Creek Golf club has a lovely outside area. Also look at Dubai Marine near the flag pole lots there
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Latest post on 20 April 2012 - 07:19
Bought my IPad, off them had it delivered and then paid ..COD. All good with it DS got his blackberry, had a few prob with it but they eventually replaced it.
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Latest post on 19 April 2012 - 19:12
Waves swim do them on Friday and Saturday mornings in Mirdif. Look at their website www.wavesacademy.com
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Latest post on 18 April 2012 - 12:48
Audi are special, I know we have 2. You cannot get them serviced anywhere but Audi. If are needing more oil all the time buy more !
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Latest post on 18 April 2012 - 12:45
They are the best shoes for your feet. Physios always recommend them. Maybe get your biggest foot size then put an inner sole in the other. Make sure you buy them at a store where someone fits the most appropriate shoe for you. Don't buy just because of the look
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Latest post on 18 April 2012 - 08:19
Not easy. Dumond recently has size42 and too expensive but nice. Bloomingdales sometimes but so over he top in price but when sales are on you may get a bargin. Clark's ...not my style ! Otherwise wear Birkenstocks all day then you don't need as many ?
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Latest post on 17 April 2012 - 10:11
There are 10 Emirates A 380 grounded at the moment plus every other one needs checking before they can fly. So maybe try for an airline that wont fly them!
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Latest post on 17 April 2012 - 09:44
I work 4 till 6.30 ...3 afternoons per week then both mornings at weekend. DH 7.30 - 2.00 Sun thru Thur and 60 days hols.
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Latest post on 16 April 2012 - 21:03
None to OZ as they have changed the aircraft that fly there
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Latest post on 16 April 2012 - 21:01
DS who is cabin crew and done both to OZ, says direct is best. If you stopover in Sin. You will have jetlag twice. Try to have night flight as well
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Latest post on 15 April 2012 - 22:43
I saw online earlier today all the dates. They will unify all public and private schools, Uni and colleges. 09/09/12 start date. 16/12--06/01 Christmas hols. (Sorry only way I can explain) 31/03--14/04. Easter Hols 07/07. Finish
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Latest post on 15 April 2012 - 12:51
Agree with AmyAus82 What can YOU do for Aus NOT what they can do for you. My father went to war so that we are a free country and so I am very proud of my country!
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Latest post on 15 April 2012 - 12:47
Go to www.joyofbaking.com They have video of how to bake a fantastic NewYork baked cheesecake. Made it a few times now and worth the effort
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Latest post on 15 April 2012 - 10:07
There is an APP called... allrecipes. It's free ! Or just google their website. Or try www.joyofbaking.com
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Latest post on 14 April 2012 - 11:00
Easiest way at the moment .. 1 way ticket to Indonesia ,then a boat ! They will welcome you with open arms and give you everything ....LOL
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Latest post on 13 April 2012 - 18:35
DS at DIS but in high school. A lot of EK pilot's children there and mainly British teachers .Head of school is British. It would be a headache to drive to Greenfield every morning on the 311. The road in and out is a nightmare. DS class is made up of a variety of Nationalities and this is great. He has been accustomed to having lots of different friends which I encourage.
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Latest post on 13 April 2012 - 12:29
Yes...I agree excellent service worth the money. Our girl goes beyond the call of duty.. She arrives early does things that I never even think of. You won't be disappointed 40 dhs per hr well worth it
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Latest post on 13 April 2012 - 12:26
No Tax. Better than DH losing 1/2 to the govt. Love listening to people whinge about how hot it is! Live in Nth Qld and you will know what hot is and humidity. Closer to rest of world to travel without it taking over 24hrs to get anywhere .
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 11:26
Stayed Island resort hotel Ab Dhabi in Jan. Very nice, unfortunately was cold when we were there so no swimming, but beautiful. I believe the desert one is fantastic as well
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 08:06
Sometimes it's better to have a good rant to get it off your chest, then you feel a lot better! Unfortunately I think I could do it everyday here. What is it with some people and their children? Inshallah maybe? Lol
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 19:53
Will keep them ..am in Festival City
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 19:45
How soon ...and what area are u?
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 09:34
Just try all the big ones
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 07:48
For all rentals in Festival City you must go thru their rental office opposite Hypa panda
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 07:45
Lots out there, maybe visit your pharmacy
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 07:44
Normally DH company will organize and pay for his visa
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 07:12
Friend holidaying in Doha said heavy rain there on Sunday
 
 
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