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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 11:10
It's awful
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:41
I believe it is - if you have a problem with anything it's that post office that you are referred to - I'm sure they told me it is their central office.
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:41
I wont even buy electronics from C4, am so not going to buy from strangers. Wow - we've bought loads of electronics from C4 - all fab! Nothing i have bought has lasted more than a month, and a microwave didn't even work. How bizarre - I hope you took it back!
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:29
Definitely take pictures and up load on the classifieds on here and also Dubizzle - Dubizzle is amazing - I've had some success on the classifieds here but far far better results on Dubizzle and - as soon as you 've sold the stuff you can go in and take off so you're not bothered with calls.
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:19
I wont even buy electronics from C4, am so not going to buy from strangers. Wow - we've bought loads of electronics from C4 - all fab!
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:15
You're probably better putting the word out and setting up a table in your garage early one Friday morning and I bet everything will go. Do you really want a whole load of strangers calling you and coming over to view? It's the time that the philippino girls are all packing their big boxes to send home so it would be a good time to clear out.
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:08
Would not recommend the Miramar Al Aqah. Stayed there for a weekend at the end of April and were very disappointed in comparison to our stay there last year. Very dirty rooms and staff rude and unhelpful - it has gone downhill alot. Nowhere near the standard of a 5 star hotel, in my opinion. On the East Coast my favorite is the Mirador in Al Aqqa, beautiful... I think you mean the Miramar! that's interesting feedback - we always stay at Le meridien as it's consistently great!
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 09:03
antykazza, do you know if both Hiltons have a bottle shop or just the beach one? I have friends staying in the city one tomorrow but visiting the beach one. It's the beach resort and spa one - it's fab!
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 08:14
Finally braving it out to Dragonmart this weekend to see what everyone talks about. Any places that you ladies recommend? If you can go during the week it's better - it can get so busy at the weekends. I love strolling around there when it's really empty during the week and that's when you get the best prices - you could be the only person they've seen that day!
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 06:56
No kids and relaxing - not in any of the locations you mention but I would jump at some time here: http://qasralsarab.anantara.com/ Stunning! I'd knock Ajman on the head and go for this if I were you.....
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 06:51
On the East Coast my favorite is the Mirador in Al Aqqa, beautiful... I think you mean the Miramar!
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 20:17
My recommendations would be - Le Meridien Al Aqah near to Fujeirah Hilton Resort and Spa in RAK Can't recommend anywhere in Ajman - sorry!
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 20:15
If it was me with twins I would choose the school closest to home. Do you know if they are going to be in the same class or will they split them - you could end up spending all your time on the Emirates Road dropping and picking up the kids from playdates and parties. At least if you're closer to the school your journey time is easier. Not sure how old they are but as they start doing after school activities it becomes challenging and you end up as a glorified taxi driver! You are in a great position to have 2 schools to choose from - many people don't have that opportunity.
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 19:11
the Ipad 2s in Dubai do not have facetime so if you really want that you should buy in the UK. Having said that - Etisalat sim card blocks facetime here so you won't get it - if you get a Du sim card it might work but no promises...... I would buy a new laptop - Ipad is great but not to do your every day stuff on - would still really need a laptop. <em>edited by Clairehdp on 18/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 16:52
Mr Bens has some amazing 70s stuff - lots of Abba outfits and platform boots - brilliant fun - go in there all together and have a complete hoot trying it all on!
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 16:44
We had a great night in there - when we were there Bruce Forsyth was there too with his wife - didn't notice the hookers!
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Latest post on 18 May 2011 - 06:23
Yep - I love Zyng too. there's another restaurant right by the side of Zyng and they do special lunch dishes and it's really nice but I can't for the life of me remember it's name. You could always drop into the Ibn Battuta Gate hotel and see if they have any nice lunch offers. Is it Finz? Oh yes that's it Jill - thanks!
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 18:04
Yep - I love Zyng too. there's another restaurant right by the side of Zyng and they do special lunch dishes and it's really nice but I can't for the life of me remember it's name. You could always drop into the Ibn Battuta Gate hotel and see if they have any nice lunch offers.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 17:54
fruit scones with strawberries and cornish clotted cream if you can get it here or thick cream. Mini victoria sponge cakes Lemon drizzle cake banana cake with cream cheese frosting Mini carrot cakes from Lime Tree cafe Cucumber sandwiches Salmon sandwiches prawn mayonnaise sandwiches if you use the search button there were loads of fantastic suggestions for afternoon teas for the royal wedding
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 17:45
there's already a thread on here about ceiling fans http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=147693
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 17:17
I would have thought that the properties for rent on rightmove will be for long term rent not a holiday let of say up to 6 weeks. you would be better looking for holiday cottage lets try here : http://www.dorsetcoastalcottages.com/ http://www.alwaysonvacation.com/dorset-vacation-rentals/ http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/dorset Use google there are sooooo many to choose from.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 13:14
I just crossed the road near there and got flashed by a driver who was well over 150 metres away but obviously in a hurry. I made sure I gave myself plenty of time to cross and get to the other side as I am 34 weeks along and not as quick on my feet but I can't believe he/she had the nerve to flash me from such a distance away!!!! This is where it's a strange old world. In the UK if you flash someone it's to say - please go ahead and cross or pull out in front of me - here it seems to mean - get the **** out of my way!....... this was something I found really confusing when I first started driving over here - I thought people were letting me in in a polite way and nearly lost the front of my car a few times until I realised that they were meaning completely the opposite!
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 13:11
We looked into this for our housemaid but quite a while ago so not sure if it is still the case but.....they needed to open the account with so much money that it was just not possible. My housemaid who is from the Philippines told me that the interest rate in the Philippines is high for savings so it was far more cost effective to do her savings in an account there and reap the benefit of the high savings rate than trying to open an account here.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 13:06
Take ID with you too and if you have proof of your old address - an old dewa bill or something that would also help...... it's not so bad in there - I think there was a ladies queue too when I last went there.... good luck!
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 13:02
I really liked Dr Baghat - very thorough and was recommended on here. use the search button above as there ahve been some really good recommendations.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 11:43
It's a faff to get in and out of I go there for my hair - still lots of construction but it's right by the metro. Only been in the business part of the tower - not seen the residential part.....
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 11:33
We did this on our Easter break and it makes a huge difference. We met up with friends at London Zoo and had a fantastic day out. Really good savings.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 11:31
there's a stand near Ikea and they have fab iced cake decorations in festival city <em>edited by Clairehdp on 17/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 10:23
Jeseel will come to your home and measure.....050 4198568
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 10:21
Jeseel - 0504198568 He does a lot of work for Ikea but will come to your home. he's done some great stuff for me and I would recommend him. Reliable and good quality for a good price.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 06:54
WOW what a small world!! I was at farnborough Hill for year 6 (upper and lower) from 89-91! I still get the yearly book detailing everything that is going on! Ooooh I think I was at the school just after Anne Robinson left! The yearly book is fab isn't it! <em>edited by Clairehdp on 17/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 06:51
Use the search button it was on here last week with some good recommendations for these somewhere in al quoz I think <em>edited by Clairehdp on 17/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 06:49
It could be trigger thumb I had it and it was sooooooo painful. I had to have some ultra sound treatment and physio snd they put me in a wrist support for the nights and it worked. Look up trigger thumb and see if you think that's what you have. It's silly isn't it but boy does it hurt!
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 06:17
I was going to ask if she had someone in her company who could help her - wow shellfc what a great offer of help.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 20:23
There are some nice older style properties around Farnborough, but as already said I personally wouldn't want to decamp there. However, beautiful beautiful villages in the surrounding area. Hartley Witney, Church Crookham, Farnham is lovely used to enjoy Borelli's Wine Bar there on a Friday. Can't believe we didn't meet before - all my old haunts!!!!!!! and exactly where we have our house! It certainly is, and if you say that you used to go the Golden Fleece for Thai near Elstead I may just pass out... Fullofdreams....... we must have been fairly close too, I went to BCOT and lived just outside Alresford.. Ooooooh no - not been to the golden fleece in Elstead but.......on my agenda as I adore Thai food....
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 20:22
Now I feel homesick!! I grew up in Fleet (town nearby) went to school in Farnborough (good Catholic primary and then Farnborough Hill Convent school) married in Church Crookham,again lovely before heading to Uni in Exeter and settling in a small village called Warsash near Southampton. Seems really strange that we are on the other side of the world and yet so many of us come from the same places in the UK!! Oh my God.......i grew up in Fleet and I went to Farnborough Hill!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that's it - we need to meet!!!!!! I can feel a Hampshire happy hour coming on!!!!
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 14:33
There are some nice older style properties around Farnborough, but as already said I personally wouldn't want to decamp there. However, beautiful beautiful villages in the surrounding area. Hartley Witney, Church Crookham, Farnham is lovely used to enjoy Borelli's Wine Bar there on a Friday. Can't believe we didn't meet before - all my old haunts!!!!!!! and exactly where we have our house!
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 14:16
Oh right - you'll be fine for a few months there, but as mentioned, you may have to look outside of Farnborough to find exciting things to do, as it's not the most lively places to live in terms of entertainment/shopping, etc.... I agree - if it's just for a few months take a look at staying in Farnham - it;s a lovely old town and you can stroll around the various wine bars and restaurants - it;s got a lovely feel in the evenings and has some nice parks and places to visit from there and for work it's a really easy drive into Farnborough.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 14:09
DH is from Camberley and I was there for quite a few years, so know the area well. As mentioned, you can get into London quite quickly from Farnborough Main train Station, for shopping you can get to Guildford, Woking, etc., quite easily. Large M&S as mentioned at The Meadows in Sandhurst , also massive Tesco there. Asda is at Farnborough. I never had a problem getting work in the area (mostly worked for local gov in admin). Farnborough has a good technical college where DH and I did some evening classes, so good if you want to further your education....any other questions, feel free to ask (don't have kids though, so can't help with schools, etc)...also not far to travel to Heathrow Airport... edited by chizz on 16/05/2011 Chizz we used to live in Camberley and are looking at a new house there now to buy! Small world!
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 14:07
I live close by to Farnborough and went to school there!!!!! Very handy for London - good fast train service. Central Farnborough doesn't set the world on fire but just outside you have Farnham which is a lovely small market town, Camberley up the road with good shops and a new cinema complex. It's only a very short drive to the huge M&S at The Meadows. I have lived in that area most of my life so can help you - we live a bit further out so we can cycle on the canal towpath to some lovely country pubs! Good road links - M3, M25, M4, A30 etc etc. Both my kids were born at Frimley Park Hospital which is the nearest local hospital and, on the whole, has a pretty good reputation. It's an easy part of the country to be based in.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 11:34
No - not seen one. the bus goes into studio city but turns back and goes back up the Umm sequiem rd.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 11:04
I always highly recommend Global pack - they were superb and have moved lots of people I know who have all been very happy with them.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 11:02
I'm with SW on this - please take her to get checked - poor little thing. I did post natal baby massage classes and the mums with constipated babies were told to gently rub the babies tummies after their baths in the shape of I L U - I love you...... just stroke with 2 fingers some oil on their tummies in the line of an I then the line of an L and follow with a U - the results were amazing - all it's really doing is helping the blockage gently along the digestive system but boy - did it work! Remember very gently and calmly - it was quite extraordinary how something so simple helped so many of them. Good luck and I hope your little one feels better soon.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 08:42
If you want a drink then look at the restaurants on the Souk Al Bahar side - best views are from rivington grill and mango tree but the other restaurants there have great views and you can have a glass of wine!
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 08:39
I don't want to alarm you but it sounds very much like my Mum. She had a small mark by her nose and it would often crust over - only small and I kept on at her to get it checked. She left it for quite a while - she said it didn't hurt and it was only a little dry patch that from time to time scabbed over. She did eventually go to see her GP in the UK and he referred her to a dermatologist who did a biopsy and it was skin cancer. she ended up having an operation to remove the tissue and they did an amazing job with a plastic surgeon to cover it up - there's no way you can even see where the surgery took place. So......it might be nothing but you are absolutely right to get it checked out by someone else and I would do it sooner rather than later. I really like Dr Nasir at Dermacare and he trained in the UK with some of the best dermatologists - I know he's been very ill so not sure he is back in the clinic yet but if not someone else is bound to come on and recommend a good dermatologist. Dr Khan is a great surgeon - if I had to have a biopsy on my face I'd probably get him to do it. He removed some suspect moles from my DH and the scars are almost non existent from his very very neat stitching. I would also get myself an appointment with an oncologist - there's a really good cancer specialist clinic in Abu Dhabi and I believe that the American hospital has a good oncology department. Hope that helps you. Good luck and please let us know how you get on.
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 08:28
Tally-ho - did your kids ever go to a state school in the UK - I thought they were in private?
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 08:40
I take my little boy to Charactere in Motor City and there are always teenage boys in there having what look to be really really great haircuts.
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 06:17
How exciting! I hope it all goes well! I think you will probably have to take a few deep breaths and bite your tongue a few times! I hope they appreciate the big effort you have made - enjoy! Let us know how it all went.
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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 15:00
There are lots of furniture shops at the end of Satwa and they sell pretty good selection suitable for the smaller maids rooms. I was amazed at how small some of these rooms are - we have been lucky as the rooms in the villas we have had have been a good size and we have been able to furnish it with a double bed and other items like display cabinet and a couple of sets of drawers. I've seen some nice smaller items in Satwa that would make the rooms feel more spacious.
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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 13:27
Spinneys now do a really really good white sandwich loaf that they bake on the premises. it's the best ever bread for a bacon butty. they call it sandwich loaf.
 
 
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