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Latest post on 04 August 2014 - 16:32
I renewed my E-gate card last week for AED 220 at Terminal 1 (arrivals).
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Latest post on 03 August 2014 - 17:11
Can anyone please confirm if Crate & Barrel or West Elm are on sale? Thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 08 June 2014 - 11:14
My kids start at 7.45am and finish at 2.45pm
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Latest post on 05 June 2014 - 09:30
Yes I bought my maid's ticket on cathay pacific's website using my credit card. No problems at all.
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Latest post on 25 May 2014 - 12:06
ShopBop is authentic - I know a few people who order from it. Prices for US brands are lower on it compared to here because those brands are generally much cheaper in the US anyway.
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Latest post on 23 May 2014 - 16:09
If you feel you are paying her for the bare minimal, as you say, then why not got go for a part time maid from an agency where you can pay hourly and also be flexible when you travel etc. This way you are also avoiding the HUGE risk of hiring someone who is not under your sponsorship. And if you do end up sponsoring her, the fact that she has her mornings free will be very tempting for her to work part time elsewhere - which could land you in trouble (huge fine) if she is caught. AED 3000 per month sounds like a lot of money to spend on a maid that you seem to only need for a couple of hours a day (in the evenings...) It doesn't sound like you are sponsoring this maid. Be careful because she has access to your home. Also, you might want to check her passport... She has a visa atm but we will get hers once it needs renewing. For now we have her on trial for a week. The reason y i reduced her hours was because my eldest naps 9.30-12.30. Shes such a light sleeper i cant do anything around the appt. I take the younger one to my bedroom and she also naps then too. Both girls wake up at 7, so i thought i'd deal with them for 2.5 hours in the morning, theres nothing for the maid to do while they nap, it made sense for her to come at 12. Although during the week days my eldest goes nursery 1-5. This maid has it very easy, after the cleaning is done (every other day) there isn't much for her to do. I feel like we r paying her for the bare minimal.
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Latest post on 23 May 2014 - 16:04
Waitrose
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Latest post on 19 May 2014 - 11:10
Hello ladies, I'm looking for Air Dusters with the thin nozzles for cleaning (compressed air in a can) - Anyone seen these here? thanks in advance! ACE sell a lot of things like this Thank you! I'll check there :)
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Latest post on 19 May 2014 - 10:02
The ones that clean computer keyboards? Yes :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2014 - 15:54
more likely to be Saturday than Monday.... going on recent holidays... Well it hopefully shouldn't be on Saturday since the actual religious holiday falls on Monday or Tuesday I think
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Latest post on 06 May 2014 - 11:34
*Bump* I would like to know as well please :)
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Latest post on 22 April 2014 - 22:13
Is it possible to dig out the artificial grass from one house to another when we move? Or is it for one-time use only?
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 14:09
I would highly recommend Dr. Michael Loubser at Infiniti Clinic (on al Wasl Rd). He's a paediatric immunologist.
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 16:04
Hello! The Ranches is a lovely community :) Yes there are pools in every division (so Al Reem will have a community pool too). There are no gyms in the Ranches itself but there is one in Studio City called Optimal Fitness, and a couple in Motor City (Exhale for ladies and a Fitness First) which would be approx 10-15 mins drive from you.
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:59
Was there yesterday and the shopkeepers said just 2 more days.
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Latest post on 09 April 2014 - 15:59
ExpatWoman and this forum in particular has been the most helpful to me. Since moving to Dubai, I have been so grateful for all the answers and feedback I have received on this website :)
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Latest post on 09 April 2014 - 15:54
Thanks for the replies, I found them at Lulu :)
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Latest post on 09 April 2014 - 10:36
Thanks everyone for the replies :)
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 09:24
You would have to wait until they cancel her visa, and then she would have the appropriate papers. You then go to the DNRD office to proceed with the visa transfer paperwork
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Latest post on 22 March 2014 - 08:59
Thanks everyone for your feedback. I usually give Thursday night to Saturday morning off and sometimes the entire weekend if we don't need any extra help. One more question for you please- where does your maid stay when you travel? Home or do you pay for live out accommodation? Thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 22 March 2014 - 08:54
Great! Thanks for the reply :)
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 09:50
Does anyone know if Eggspectations has opened up there yet?
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Latest post on 02 March 2014 - 22:43
Here are 2 popular party planners in Dubai - they do fab parties: http://www.cheekymonkeyparties.com and http://www.meandriley.com/
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Latest post on 25 February 2014 - 16:42
Captain Jacks is very nice and just an hour long. Pretty relaxing. The Entertainer Family also has coupons for it. It leaves every hour from the Marina Walk.
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 17:46
Yes you must use a fabric softener in each wash, I don't have a dryer and always hang my stuff outside to dry. Thanks so much for your reply! Is about a cap full of softener good enough per load?
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 17:36
Hi ladies, I used to use a dryer but am now hanging my laundry outside to dry. The dried laundry isn't as soft as straight out of the dryer. I don't use any softener but am wondering if that will really make a difference (especially for towels?). Any advice much appreciated..thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 29 January 2014 - 11:21
Hi All, I'd like to revive this old thread. I am planning to send my nanny on vacation to Manila soon - does the OEC form still apply? Has anyone been through this process and sent their house help back to the Philippines recently?
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Latest post on 08 January 2014 - 13:10
Thanks very much for the feedback!
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Latest post on 15 December 2013 - 13:28
Borders has a nice range of Melissa and Doug toys and puzzles for the little ones.
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Latest post on 15 December 2013 - 13:27
Pottery Barn Kids
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Latest post on 15 December 2013 - 13:24
My kids are at DAA (Elementary as well) and we have been very happy with the school. However not every teacher has been perfect (as is the case in every school) so at times like this, we have tried to increase our communication with the teacher. I initially felt my child's KG teacher wasn't friendly at all towards parents but she turned out to be a fantastic teacher and my child had no complaints and made wonderful friends. We have also had teachers and TA's who have been really really welcoming and have gone out of their way to welcome kids and families into their classrooms. So don't let one teacher/TA dishearten you. But do tell the teacher how you feel about the TA's derogatory remarks (I would). If you're still unhappy, you should see one of the assistant principals and voice your concerns.
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Latest post on 23 November 2013 - 09:40
Hello ladies, would be very grateful for any feedback from those of you living in Al Waha (the 3 bedroom villas). What are your monthly DEWA bills like? (Do you have grass/no grass in the garden?) Thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 11 November 2013 - 12:56
Great suggestion from Genie. I would do the same. The Chedi is about 15 mins drive from the airport and is a gorgeous property. They have a fantastic restaurant (the main one) where you could have a lovely lunch, indoors or outdoors.
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Latest post on 28 October 2013 - 12:38
*bump* please!
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 11:25
Check www.pinterest.com for loads of ideas and recipes :)
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 11:01
Thanks in advance :)
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 09:43
Not sure about Meena Bazaar, but Daiso always has a good variety of baskets - all sizes (AED 7 each).
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Latest post on 26 October 2013 - 21:57
Hi ladies, would love to hear any holiday advice if you have planned a similar holiday. We are traveling to Singapore for a few nights over the xmas holidays and would like to spend a couple of days for a beach break at a nearby island. One option is Bintan which is a 45 min ferry ride from Singapore. Langkawi is a 1.5 hr flight. Any other suggestions please? We are traveling with kids so a resort with a kids club would be great (but not necessary). Thanks in advance :)
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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 21:37
Physiotherapy really really helped me with my lower back pain.
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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 17:51
Thank you for the replies!
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 18:04
Lulu in Al Barsha, second floor (stationery area)
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 11:57
There are many compounds in Barsha (along 316 road). Most of them are 3 bd & 4 bdroom with a pool and gym in the compound. I don't think there's any catch - some of them are quite nice, however a few still have dirt roads around them. Still, they are just minutes away from getting on SZR.
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 17:17
OP appreciate your kind gesture. There are two ladies on the green community ladies forum on FB who are very active and we all send clothes, toys, hygiene kits etc through them . If you could leave an email Id I can ask them to contact you. X Great, thank you! Email address is: <em>edited by carymama on 19/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 17:02
*bumping* as I'm not having much luck finding charities/initiatives on FB...would be grateful for any suggestions..thanks in advance..
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 16:54
Long weekend?! Why?!!
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 16:39
ERE are good, call Paul for 3 bedroom villas 056 392 8053 or his colleague Claire for bigger villas 050 440 7840 Good luck! Thank you! :)
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 12:54
I'm looking for a good rental agent for Arabian Ranches please - someone who you can recommend out of experience! Better Homes/Househunters are very slow in responding to calls/following up. Thanks in advance! Gulf Platinum Properties at Motor City Thanks! :)
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 12:52
I'm looking for a good rental agent for Arabian Ranches please - someone who you can recommend out of experience! Better Homes/Househunters are very slow in responding to calls/following up. Thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 12:50
I am also very interested in donating clothes to Syria and would be grateful for any information about charities that are actively involved.
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Latest post on 13 September 2013 - 22:23
Thanks so much :)
 
 
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