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Latest post on 23 February 2014 - 10:01
I am still looking for this and was wondering if anyone might have a second hand one for sale?
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Latest post on 23 February 2014 - 09:43
This is a good question which I would also like to know.
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Latest post on 19 February 2014 - 07:20
The doctor who encourages natural birth is Dr. Rosalie Sant. She is an independent doctor based in Healthcare City and does deliveries in three different hospitals, the 2 you mentioned your insurance doesn't cover fully and another one, which I can't remember but it might have been Welcare. She is a bit strict when it comes to diet and so one, but this is all to your benefit and I was glad afterwards. It might be worth checking with your insurance.
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Latest post on 18 February 2014 - 14:35
Thanks Ladies, will give both versions a try and see how it compares to LimeTree ;)
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Latest post on 18 February 2014 - 14:12
I've heard that they are reserved for the Locals who have to vacate their houses in Jumeirah due to the Creek extension. Not sure though if that's true.
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Latest post on 18 February 2014 - 14:12
I've heard that they are reserved for the Locals who have to vacate their houses in Jumeirah due to the Creek extension. Not sure though if that's true.
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 21:56
I love the carrot cake from LimeTree café and was wondering if there is a chance of getting the recipe for it? Have they published them or does someone by any chance have it?
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Latest post on 16 February 2014 - 19:02
We have been considering a Kenyan Lady previously but after doing some research decided against it due to difficulties in getting a visa at times.
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Latest post on 16 February 2014 - 12:59
why not just check on etsy and purchase printable files... you can then get them printed at a local print shop like desco! :) edited by HorizonMum2 on 16/02/2014 but can you do this also onto icing or rice paper?
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Latest post on 16 February 2014 - 11:43
I'm still looking for this and am now considering having one made. Can anyone recommend a good carpenter who could make one in natural wood?
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 19:27
check in karama..the lane oppo lulu hyper Is there a particular shop?
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 19:26
Why not go to IKEA? This way you don't have to spend a fortune but still get something decent. Why buy cheapish stuff? A maid can use some comfort as well. Buy what you'd get for yourself. Because the last one managed to ruin absolutely everything within 3 years including the ceramic toilet cistern and it was all decent stuff. So this time I'm not going to make the same mistake as I don't have money to just through out the window. I started of with stuff from dubizzle myself, so don't see anything wrong with cheapish stuff for the maid.
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 12:23
I would also terminate her contract. This is most of the time also the norm with normal company employment. If you decide to keep her, then maternity definitely is up to her. Most medical insurances in this country no longer cover this area so why should you...unless your conscience tells you otherwise.
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 19:21
I completely feel for you. We endured the same with ours and I know for sure I will not be as friendly with the next one as I was with this one as they just take you for a ride. Ours had the same attitude with me and as soon as my DH came she changed and was the sweetest little thing... She worked for us for 3 years and the first year was great. We couldn't fault her at anything, praised her, gave her little bonuses on special occasions and then it went downhill. The 2nd year her attitude became like yours and the 3rd year she thought she can work like 4 hours a day and help herself to some extra cash from our wallets...which we only have found out now. She is now back in the Philippines and I keep wondering...was it really worth it! So be happy that she decided to leave and good luck on your search.
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Latest post on 24 November 2013 - 19:08
Here it is... http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_home_garden_Example_Maid_Task_List__8828.aspx HTH Lovely, just what I was looking for. Many thanks for that :)
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Latest post on 07 November 2013 - 15:47
I think Pitter Patter at Dubai Mall did some too.
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Latest post on 07 November 2013 - 13:49
I would also be interested in the process...like which documents are now required for the passport application etc. It used to be so much easier when one could just walk into the British Embassy.
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 10:00
Waitrose also had them
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 14:53
Has anyone had any experience with Dr. Zoeller? I am considering to have acupuncture done, but don't fancy driving all the way to Healthcare City. She sounds competent but I've never had acupuncture done by someone else but Chinese. Any feedback would be very welcome.
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 12:28
So, have been trying to book the tickets online but this seems to be a task by itself. The site just seems to appear with difficulties here and there, is there any other way to get these tickets booked?
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 09:45
Went on Friday and thought it was brilliant! Well worth going. Which ticket category would you recommend?
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 09:24
Has anyone seen it yet? Is it worthwhile going?
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Latest post on 04 August 2013 - 08:15
Does this product exist in Dubai?
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Latest post on 04 August 2013 - 08:14
Tavola does the gel cake colourings which are far better than the liquid ones from the supermarket. Even though they are a bit more expensive they will last you a long time as you only need a tiny amount to colour stuff.
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 08:39
Waitrose generally has got it
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 10:39
We recently used National Pest Control and found them to be very good. They came in the morning and we were told to stay out of the house for about 5 hours. When we returned in the evening all was fine. We have a 3 year old as well as animals and none got affected by the treatment at all even though they did use some spray. We just made sure that everything got cleaned properly the next day.
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Latest post on 29 July 2013 - 12:36
If you have kids, maybe Calpol as this one is no longer available only the sister make Panadol.
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Latest post on 29 July 2013 - 12:04
There are horror stories with every hospital if you start to look for them but the same works the other way around with the success stories. The best thing is to find a doctor who you are comfortable with and then the hospital doesn't really matter too much.
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Latest post on 29 July 2013 - 11:45
I also like to shop on Dubizzle, considering a lot of us never know how much time we are going to be here. The other not mentioned yet but reasonable priced furniture shop is United Furniture.
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Latest post on 29 July 2013 - 11:42
http://www.amberleycastle.co.uk Yes it is a castle. http://www.gravetyemanor.co.uk http://www.southlodgehotel.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE_HOTELS/the_hotel.aspx http://www.pennyhillpark.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE_HOTELS/the_hotel.aspx http://www.hshotels.co.uk/bailiffscourt-hotel-and-spa http://www.hshotels.co.uk/ockenden-manor-hotel-and-spa http://www.ashdownpark.com (home of Winnie the Pooh) http://www.goodwood.co.uk/the-goodwood-hotel/the-goodwood-hotel.aspx edited by RuthM on 28/07/2013 Thanks a lot Ruth, have you been to all of them? I am very much drawn to the South Lodge Hotel and just wondered if you had any first hand experience with that one. The castle sounds good too...so many nice places to choose.
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Latest post on 28 July 2013 - 09:33
Asateer in Atlantis is always nice and the food a the Address Dubai Marina is just gorgeous. Both offer Suhour.
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Latest post on 15 July 2013 - 12:07
DragonMart, has all of these and cheap. Oh no, I was hoping that someone might sell these slightly closer to new Dubai. I just wish they would do a delivery service from DragonMart.
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 10:59
It is illegal, so that is the end of that. Why would it be illegal when they are legally married? Our maid's husband is here, we asked her for the marriage certificate at the beginning and now he comes at the weekends and stays overnight then. We actually really appreciate him as he then does all the odd jobs in the house. However, our maid is on the older side and falling pregnant is definitely not an issue anymore. What you're doing is double illegal. He is not allowed to stay in your house as you don't sponsor him plus he is working for you illegally. I would not allow it it can get you into serious trouble. I don't see why it would be doubly illegal when it's helping not working. It would be illegal, when one pays money for the work received. I find it quite amazing how little freedom one allows the maid and on the other hand expects everything in return. One always sees very clearly the right and wrong with maids but eyes are always closed to the laws relating to madam and sir.
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 09:20
It is illegal, so that is the end of that. Why would it be illegal when they are legally married? . Because only your family and those you sponsor can stay in your house. yep legally here only people that you sponsor or your own close family members can be living in your house otherwise its illegal. I would only class it as visiting if the husband stays at weekends only and if this is classed as illegal in that case friends and family on visit visa would not be allowed either, or is that incorrect.
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 08:39
I am looking for Jungle themed single duvet cover and curtains or maybe just the material to get something made to do up my DS bedroom, has anyone stumbled across anything like this lately?
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 08:37
It is illegal, so that is the end of that. Why would it be illegal when they are legally married? Our maid's husband is here, we asked her for the marriage certificate at the beginning and now he comes at the weekends and stays overnight then. We actually really appreciate him as he then does all the odd jobs in the house. However, our maid is on the older side and falling pregnant is definitely not an issue anymore.
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Latest post on 13 June 2013 - 12:29
Yes, I found some in Ace Hardware (DFC), along with magnetic paint and phosphorescent paint (ideal to draw stars in kids' bedroom). :) Superb, thanks a lot.
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Latest post on 13 June 2013 - 10:29
I believe they are still a no go in this country and are banned. There was just recently something in the news.
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 13:05
the only one I know of that can be used without the usual membership is on the Dubai Bypass Road. It's an Olympic size one that does not allow children below 18 I think it is. Prices are something like Dhs 15 per visit And you need a letter from your doctor to allow you to use it. Really? I've only ever been there right at the beginning and that wasn't a requirement then...what's it supposed to say on the letter? Cleopatra is a brilliant swimmer and can be let loose?
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 12:47
Avoid wooden beds as they tend to squeek and make noise with movement and wake up the kids. Learned that lesson the hard way. Surely not all wooden bed's are the same. May I ask you where you got yours from?
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 12:43
the only one I know of that can be used without the usual membership is on the Dubai Bypass Road. It's an Olympic size one that does not allow children below 18 I think it is. Prices are something like Dhs 15 per visit
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 16:46
If traveling light cebu pacific might be worth having a look. Other airlines we have used were etihad, royal brunai, cathay pacific and qatar. Good luck
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 16:18
When are you looking for? If it's winter time then it's ok. The fares can be extortionate then.
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 15:05
Cilek in MCC have lovely beds, they also sell via mumzworld. They are currently on sale here : http://www.mumzworld.com/en/sale/ Great will go and have a look at them and how sturdy they are. Thanks
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 14:59
There's a children's furniture store in Ibn Battuta that should have exactly what you're looking for. It's across from The Little Gym and just down from Babyshop between Homecentre and Paris Gallery. Personally, I don't understand the wisdom of a bed with a slide--isn't the bedroom supposed to be for sleeping not playing? My 3 year old would be up half the night playing if he had a slide in his room! Thanks a lot and I'm completely with you. However my 3 1/2 year old is very good when it comes to sleeping times and the slide is there for playing during the day or as a quick access route when he needs the loo at night ;)
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 14:06
I'm looking for some nice children's furniture that is good quality as well as good looking. The bed should be the size of a standard single and be a bit different like with a slide etc... I had a look at Homecenter and Pan furnishings, but they just look cheap and I don't think they would withstand my little terror. Any advise appreciated
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 08:55
I boil up 4 tins at once so I have spares in the cupboard. Boil for 3 hours topping up the water. Make a graham cracker crust by blitzing digestive biscuits with melted butter and pressing into a pie tin. Bake for 5 mins then cool in the fridge, allowing to harden. Or you can buy pre-made crusts in baking aisles. Pour the caramel in (usually you need 2 tins as they are smallish), cover with sliced banana then whipped cream, then grated chocolate. Refrigerate before serving. When you boil the tins in advance, how long can you keep them?
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 08:51
We followed the steps as listed on here http://dubai.angloinfo.com/information/moving/moving-pet-animals/entering-dubai/ not sure if there have been any changes though.
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 08:42
We bought several cars as well as sold several cars through Philippines/Manila Showroom (I know they change from one to the other, but can't remember which one they are using now) in Ras Al Khor. It's probably the biggest showroom there in one of the corners. Of course you will probably see less on what you would get on Dubizzle, but if it has to be quick it might be an option.
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Latest post on 10 June 2013 - 14:45
Thanks a lot, shall have a look today. The boiling tin part I shall try once the craving isn't as serious and I have more time.
 
 
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