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Latest post on 10 April 2016 - 08:37
Jointv is good and provides you will all German channels, however it is not free.
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Latest post on 05 October 2015 - 07:53
Hello, does anyone know a part time driver for my child's pick up from school 3 times a week? Thanks This is exactly what I need too. From where to where is your trip?
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Latest post on 09 September 2015 - 12:48
My housemaids wear uniforms while working. Not the ugly ready made ones. I have special uniforms I designed tailored in fashionable colours, durable fabric and beautiful designs with lace and they look very elegant. The only input my housemaid gives is if she would like to work in a dress or in trousers. My cook wears dress uniforms with a hair net and my other housemaid chooses to wear trousers. My housemaids love their uniforms so much that they don't want to change and wear their own clothing in the afternoons/evenings after all the housework has been finished. All my house guests compliment the Uniforms and always ask where I purchased them (thinking they are from a very expensive designer uniform shop) They do not wear their uniforms when going out with me. Uniforms are only for housework so they don't dirty their own cloths. I also have designed aprons to make sure the Uniforms don't get damaged with clorox or other cleaning chemicals. Each employer has their own rules so it will depend on each household if there is a uniform or not. Would you mind sharing a picture of the Uniform, I am quite intrigued and think it might also be an option for us.
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Latest post on 08 September 2015 - 14:38
I know where you are coming from. We just had that very same conversation a few days ago. Where is the Dubai gone we used to love. Live has become so much more difficult. Each and everything is a battle and on top of it extremely expensive. When we arrived everyone was happy, life was just great but it changed and I can't see it coming back. But then the question comes, where do you go from here? Is life going to be better elsewhere? Or is the world generally changing and this is what it's going to be. Wish you good luck with your decision.
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Latest post on 22 July 2015 - 10:21
Maybe a better option Silverstet and might have a look into that option. The ideal solution would probably be a part time nurse, but don't have a clue where to look for someone like that.
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Latest post on 22 July 2015 - 09:59
We went to Khatt Springs Hotel a couple of years ago before it was taken on by Golden Tulip and the Spa at the time was great. Everything else was not, however it kind of was so crazy that it was funny again...we still talk about the stay there and call it our "Faulty Towers" experience ;-)
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Latest post on 22 July 2015 - 09:51
I am looking for service whereby someone comes to my friends house everyday for about 1-2 hours to make sure that she is ok. Maybe do some cooking, change the bed sheets etc, just like what I know from back home with the Red Cross and the likes. Any recommendations would be great. Emirates Home Nursing http://emirateshomenursing.ae/ There will be a fee but I cant tell you how much Thanks sarahlou, I know of them but they don't work just 1-2 hours a day. They want a full 6 hours each day which is just not needed. They however did offer me two hours for the same price of 6 hours?!?
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Latest post on 22 July 2015 - 08:31
I guess it depends on how the contract is written. Our contracts states "Housing Allowance as per the policy" So they don't change the contract but the policy.
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Latest post on 08 July 2015 - 09:16
We had the most wonderful maid until about 2 months ago and then something changed. I don't want to get into it but I feel it is time that we need to replace her for the sake of our children who spend a lot of time with her due to both of us working. It would be great of you ladies to let me have any recommendations, ideally someone with a driving license. ;)
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Latest post on 08 July 2015 - 08:07
Dear Admin, could you please sort out that search function within the classified section. It is extremely annoying to be given the option to search but when trying to do so, it does nothing. Your assistance is much appreciated. Thank you.
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Latest post on 08 July 2015 - 08:01
I have paid 10,000 dhs to a school to secure a school place. Now we will not be able to send our child to that school, as we have to move to another part of Dubai and the travel time will be too long. I know it says non refundable, but I would like to know if anyone ever managed to convince a school to return it? It's so much money to loose, especially when we have to fork out for the security deposit for the new school on top of it. I wish you good luck with this task as I don't think schools are very flexible in returning money especially when you are staying in the country. Would it not be an option to maybe do 1 Term or bite the bullet and commute for a year and then change? I know that it is not ideal, but 10K is a lot of money.
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Latest post on 02 July 2015 - 11:37
We are moving to Dubai in a few weeks time and I'm looking for a language therapist for my 2 year old. He has been diagnosed with a speech delay here in the UK but will not have time to start the sessions he's been referred to before we go. Does anyone know where I could take him? Thanks! So how much does a 2 year old have to speak? My almost 2 year old is a very happy child but isn't talking yet apart from a few words and a few abbreviated words but I'm sure she will talk in due course. My brother as well as my friends little boy didn't start talking until they were 3 both are non-stop talkers now. I find 2 very young to introduce a speech/language therapist and believe that in sensitive children the delay might be even longer due to the additional stress they are exposed to. I personally would seek a second opinion.
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 08:30
I used them but came across the same people on EW or Dubizzle. I found mine in the end through EW.
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Latest post on 19 June 2015 - 13:08
I am looking for a second hand junior drum set and was hoping that someone on here might be able to help. These are the things I miss in Dubai...a shop where one can rent musical instruments.
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 10:52
I teach in a paperless classroom and it is, on the whole, very successful. I am sure it could be translated to the office situation with a little imagination. Is there a special software you use, to keep all the soft copies?
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Latest post on 11 June 2015 - 14:00
Over all our years and race years here. Our kart chassis were originally stored at Jebel Ali Kart track, then Dubai Autodrome, but now in our workshop at home with their extensive equipment, wardrobes of all of our families helmets, suits, rib protectors, boots and gloves...... Again.... Big sigh! Yes, owning your karts is best then you are sure of the Maintainance on it is set up for the driver. However there are certain series that you can compete in where you rent karts to race and maintainance done but the club. But not the same as being yours..... Thanks so much Solo for all the input. Not sure how busy you are or your DH, but we would love to have a chat to get a bit of an idea what to expect. If you are interested just send me a mail on germanbritteam at yahoo dot co dot uk
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Latest post on 11 June 2015 - 13:42
so does anyone have any feedback on Safa Community School now that it has been open for a year? :) My friend's children go there and they are extremely happy. I also have three other friends who will be moving school to join Safa Community School as of September. They did the tour and now keep talking about it.
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Latest post on 08 June 2015 - 10:21
http://www.alainraceway.com/pdf/9.%20bambino%20top%20kart.pdf. http://www.alainraceway.com/pdf/6.ok1%20speedy%20mini%20max.pdf http://www.alainraceway.com/pdf/6.ok1%20speedy%20mini%20max.pdf http://www.alainraceway.com/pdf/merchandise_mir.pdf Depending your child's age and chassis needed. Hope this helps. Sorry, I don't think the link for Bambino Karts opens...... 5/8 yr old Chassis Dhs 5,995 + Dhs 3000 Comer C50 engine Mojo Tyres Dhs 800 a set Thank you so much for all the info. I will check it all out and discuss at home. As we are completely new to this field apart from the odd arrive and drive session any help is great. Our DS is now 5 and he is just mad about the idea. It would be great if he could try it first, but the age is not on our side and we were told that one has to own the kart. Where do you keep all your racing gear?
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Latest post on 07 June 2015 - 11:09
Dragon Mart... Though I have to admit once we'd bought it I had it well checked over as some of the ones in the shop didn't seem quite up to spec. This one has been fine though. Otherwise I seem to recall that the Gokart track in MotorCity could supply them (but were more costly). I'm not sure we'd go to DragonMart for any faster models once they're old enough for them but in this case it was good. HTH thanks lovingthesun, may I ask if you bought the gocart for competitive reasons or just for fun. My DS wants to do racing so just trying to find my feet how to go about without going bankrupt ;)
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Latest post on 07 June 2015 - 10:45
We did a lot of research on schools but did go with NAS in the end and one year on we can definitely say that we've made the right choice.
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Latest post on 07 May 2015 - 07:40
As I'm working I don't get to chose if here or away, but have to say that I really like Dubai's emptiness in the summer. Also stay-cations are great during that time as the hotels have some fantastic deals on as well as the service seems to improve during this time. Dubai will be as good as you make it ;)
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Latest post on 06 May 2015 - 08:34
I hear that Hartlands day is rather long 8-4pm. I think this is way too long for children under 11 years old. In my experience I dont think the school matters as they are all much of a muchness, it matters what you do at home with your child (under 11 years). I would chose a school that finishes early so you have more time to teach them at home and for the child to have hobbies out of school. Am completely with you and having gone through a system where the school day finished at 1pm I know how lovely it is to spend more time with the family. Unfortunately most schools do have longer days here than back home.
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 13:44
where can we buy fresh pizza base for home? i want to avoid using the frozen ones. I also prefer to make my own base, but have picked up the odd ready dough from Carrefour, they are in the same cooling shelve as the fresh pasta and the smoked salmon.
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 13:41
Firstly Congratulations. Doctors and clinics can be quite daunting here but I would just go with my gut feeling. I don't know either of the doctors you mentioned but without insurance I would opt for a hospital intern doctor as the charges are slightly lower. A friend of mine gave birth at the Al Zahra hospital and she was very pleased with the services received before, during and after and the cost was very reasonable compared to others.
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Latest post on 23 April 2015 - 11:24
I feel for your and wish you the best of luck. My DH just gone through the same, also the same field as you, and it took him probably about 70 applications and 20 interviews to eventually get a job after 9 months. It is very frustrating when you invest the time to see people and they don't even find it necessary to contact you with an answer either way. However, times are tough again in Dubai and the low oil prices are certainly not helping in this part of the world so no one really wants to make a decision. Once again good luck and hang in there.
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Latest post on 14 April 2015 - 11:31
In case anyone thinking about buying it. The new one is only valid April 2015 - Dec 2015. It will make sense for the new book that it can start the same date as the other ones, but I was a bit surprised! Thanks for the info, have been waiting for this for ages. Out of curiosity, was the book cheaper this year though?
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Latest post on 14 April 2015 - 11:29
Loved GB as well on the morning show but also thought she is doing a good job on Dubai Eye. Still have to adjust to the new person on 92. Her voice is somewhat irritating first thing in the morning.
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Latest post on 13 April 2015 - 08:40
Oh look, amanso has reincarnated promoting her favorite doctor. Cleopatra, I thought you were highly recommending the doctor who did your veins on another thread? I am bumping this because I would actually love a real review on a doctor that does good work on spider veins. edited by Beebers on 12/04/2015 Beebers, you are right with Dr. Sobeh and I have nothing bad to say about him, he did an excellent job with my varicose and spider veins. However being one of the better doctors in town he does charge accordingly and my new insurance won't cover it :( hence looking for another option.
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Latest post on 02 April 2015 - 07:53
i have no idea why my post got thumbed down... shucks!! anywaysss all information about upcoming flea markets can be obtained on the dubai flea market website [url=http://www.dubai-fleamarket.com/'>link[/url'> I think it might be a thumbs down for the actual safa park being closed. I guess that system can be quite misleading at times.
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Latest post on 31 March 2015 - 14:05
What exactly do you mean by parent involvement. I would prefer if there is less in my school, there is at least once a month a request to come to school about something (FS2) which is quite difficult when working full-time. It's also not fair on the child who then keeps asking me "why can't you ever come to school, all other mummies do"?
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Latest post on 30 March 2015 - 10:28
There is a nutritionist / dietitian at the Al Zahra hospital who has helped me in getting my food back on track.
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Latest post on 30 March 2015 - 08:43
I hope someone can help me. I want to know, if you have the dog passport with all the current vaccinations and rabies shots, is it possible to enter the UAE from Oman via road with the dog. I have asked so many different places and all give a different answer. Has anyone done this successfully? Would that be just for a holiday or a permanent move? It is doable but it requires the same documentations as arriving by plane, which is extremely time consuming.
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Latest post on 30 March 2015 - 07:58
Super, I'm on day 5 now, but while I don't seem to have lost any weight I do feel better already. It's quite amazing how many muscles can ache after a 25 minute work-out though.
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Latest post on 30 March 2015 - 07:55
Hello Ladies, I am looking for a good personal trainer or a place that offer prenatal exercise to help me keep looking good during pregnancy and feeling good as well. Any advice ? I think there is a company called urban energy or fitness and they offered those kind of classes.
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 10:37
The only one I could find that does classes at 7.30pm is FitnessHQ on Um Sequim road. But the only class on offer is crossfit if I'm not mistaken.
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 08:07
Hi all, we have to move soon and the prices are so high still. Anyway I was sick of turning up to look at a property that looked nothing like the pics and description. Found a new website which seems to be much better, the name put me off at first as I thought it was high end. (My budget is only 150-190k) but I have had a better exp so far. We have seen a few, anyway I know how stressful all this moving is, so I though I'd share it with you: https://luxsqft.com Good luck, am hoping to find something in the next 2-3 wks. On another note if anyone knows of a villa in the Springs/Meadows or Jumeirah for 150-190k pls let me know. We can only pay in 4 chqs, tidy respectful tenants. Thx peeps How many bedrooms are you looking for? I thought the villas in the Springs would definitely be within your budget :confused:
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 07:59
I had both my kids in City Hospital and was happy with their services. However the service was better with the first than with the second...it just seems to be the most favoured hospital at the moment and has very high volumes of deliveries there. Should I have another child I would use Al Zahra hospital on Sheikh Zayed road. So far have been very impressed will all the services I had gone there for and it is also much closer to home. The thought of going through labour pain and being stuck in traffic is just off-putting to go anywhere near Healthcare city;)
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 07:46
The German Schoon in Dubai is moving and have several jobs on their career page. There is also a new school opening who offer bi-lingual lessons and they might also have a requirement. The school is Swiss International Scientific School...I think ;) Good Luck
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Latest post on 24 March 2015 - 07:42
Ladies - anyone with any experience of what the marriage paperwork / formalities are when a German national marries a foreigner (Indian). Any advice would be appreciated. edited by crazee75 on 12/03/2015 I think this question has been covered on FB - Deutsche Mamas Dubai. It might be worth checking there.
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Latest post on 18 March 2015 - 17:45
lol, there must be a Finance/School person on here who feels the need to give me a thumbs down for each of my comments.
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Latest post on 18 March 2015 - 16:49
So it is normal to be issued an invoice without warning in March and expect payment 2 weeks later? Can't believe that this is common practice as some of us do have to budget for this...:angry:
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Latest post on 18 March 2015 - 16:15
I'm curious to know if it is the norm that school re-enrolment has to be paid in March for September 2015? When does your school ask for the money? And how much notice do you get for payment.
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Latest post on 18 March 2015 - 10:22
The one that really makes me cringe at the moment is the sovereign trust fund one. what an awful ad!!
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Latest post on 18 March 2015 - 10:18
I've only heard good things about Safa Community School. Also the school is due to expand the higher years, so hopefully the kids wouldn't need to move after the 6th year.
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Latest post on 09 March 2015 - 09:00
Take a look at Columbia Beach Resort website, own beach plus lovely gardens, pool area and great spa. It's in Pissouri which has loads of cafes and tavernas, and it's halfway between Limassol and Paphos if you want to do some sightseeing, This looks a beautiful place, such a shame that it is not quite in my price category at the moment :cry:
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Latest post on 09 March 2015 - 08:30
Even if she called the police, you haven't done anything wrong!! That doesn't really matter, I once got a fine because some ego driven driver called the police and reported me for something ridiculous. He was on the side of a back road, rolling along at walking speed as if to look for something so I overtook. This was the wrong move in his eyes as he then followed me, opened the window at the traffic lights, showed me the finger and contacted the police. I got a fine for 200 DHS without having done anything wrong.
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Latest post on 09 March 2015 - 08:22
I pay my voluntary contributions in the UK and set up an offshore pension scheme which I pay into monthly. Thanks, who do you use? It's set up with zuerich.
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Latest post on 05 March 2015 - 11:20
I pay my voluntary contributions in the UK and set up an offshore pension scheme which I pay into monthly.
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Latest post on 05 March 2015 - 11:18
Can I get Ribena in Dubai? I don't think I've ever seen it. Park and shop and Al Maya. It is very pricey here I can imagine the price but it will only be for a special occasion...thank you ladies
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Latest post on 05 March 2015 - 10:48
Can I get Ribena in Dubai? I don't think I've ever seen it.
 
 
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