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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 20:40
If you do a search you should find a thread on it from last year. I remember posting about it along with a couple of others
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Latest post on 01 February 2013 - 11:10
I've heard from a friend that John Lewis will do gift registry for Dubai. They offset the cost of postage/shipping against the VAT apparently
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Latest post on 01 February 2013 - 11:05
It's good to buy a few months supply when you see Cerazette because they seem to go out of stock from time to time and there is a mass panic where everyone is looking for them!
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 23:55
Assics (sp) are the best running shoes. I think it's down to personal preference as to what brand you find 'best' <em>edited by coffee_mate on 03/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 23:02
Saucony in Dubai mall have a treadmill where you can do this
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 13:32
I'm in the same situation... Emailed them a couple of weeks ago as advised (by them!) no response as yet...
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 20:48
B2Bfitness hold boot camp classes in AR in the evenings. Check fb page for the schedule
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EW GURU
Latest post on 21 December 2012 - 19:49
All the information is on www.emiratespost.com
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EW GURU
Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 21:13
I have the 90500 Titanium super automatic
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EW GURU
Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 19:24
Only seems right I should reply to this one! I have a gaggia titanium and love it. They are not the cheapest brand, but I think one of the best. They sell them in the garden centre.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 16 December 2012 - 12:59
Is it not available anywhere here then? (It's just appeared on DH's wish list!) I was actually looking for it this weekend, too, and could not find it either. If you happen to find a retailer who carries it, please share! Will do! I was hoping to have finished all my S&S ordering, so hope it can be found!
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Latest post on 16 December 2012 - 12:41
Is it not available anywhere here then? (It's just appeared on DH's wish list!)
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EW GURU
Latest post on 16 December 2012 - 09:57
OP, I'd be annoyed too. It's not exactly small change (ok, maybe to some it is). What was your reaction to her on the phone when she called you? I'd put this one down to experience I guess. Next time any invites come in, remember to ask how much.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 13 December 2012 - 11:17
I've seen them in Spinneys
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 16:32
The cheek of some people! Appletiser - I'd just send them a gift voucher for any well known restaurant that they can redeem, with a note 'Happy Christmas. Enjoy a night on us!' eg Jamie's Italian are now all over the UK. <em>edited by coffee_mate on 12/12/2012</em>
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EW GURU
Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:15
I got some 'Seasons Greetings from the UAE' in Spinneys
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 12:51
There is a art/school supply shop in one of the Beach Road malls. Can't remember which one, but might be worth trying in the Beach Centre
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EW GURU
Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 11:38
I remember that. Didn't she get upset and say she wasn't going to post anymore?
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 00:32
I went recently to Version Francaise in Marina , my hairdresser was Feri, she was just fantastic, she did heilights and color and cut, I must say I've never been so happy :) She gave me a new look , I just love it !! I can just recommend her to everyone But the marina is nowhere near DSO!
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 00:29
I'm pretty sure when I last drove down Diyafah Murad had closed down. Don't know whether it was just for renovation or for good? It's just moved into the al ghazel mall (same one as mr bens) def still trading though <em>edited by coffee_mate on 11/12/2012</em>
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 18:49
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=166389 If you search old threads on this you will find the phone number for Murad that I posted a while back. They are cheaper than the Wedding Shop and will deliver/collect if required. <em>edited by coffee_mate on 10/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 16:36
Cannot open a bank account Unless there has been a change, Emirates NBD used to allow you to open an account on a visit visa. It was a very basic account, with no CC allowed.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 16:08
it has the opposite effect on me - I wouldn't use/trust someone who is obviously trying to use this as a free advertising tool!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 19:01
I don't know what the latest availability is because I stopped looking. Now we've decided to stay at home and order everything in from Maydan instead of going out. I hope you find something. Maybe a case of ringing round a few places to see who has any spaces left?
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EW GURU
Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 18:35
Surely any 'concerns' are now his if he legally owns it.... Caveat emptor
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EW GURU
Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 18:33
Sorry to say... I think you may have missed it. I posted a similar thread a couple of weeks back and I'd missed it then!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 17:28
I'm a firm believer in Japanese cars here. Wouldn't consider anything else
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 10:55
There is some good stuff on www.uncommongoods.com this website is fantastic could go wild with my spendings there, but do they deliver to UAE ? Me too... I was going to use my S&S in the US and had a few things in my 'basket'. Then I went to pay and hit the wall.... I think you need a US billing address :0( Re-googled and found some similar item on Amazon.co.uk, so ordered from there instead. I think I've just been saved from spending a lot of money on that website. Thank goodness I don't have a US credit card! hahahaaa
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:52
There is some good stuff on www.uncommongoods.com
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:38
Not currently but I have in the past. If you end up having to go down to an office to pay in person, make sure they honor the 'online price'.
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:33
I've been toying with the idea of making chutneys to give as presents (make them pretty in nice jars with ribbon etc!) Then I thought about somehow concocting a Jack Daniels chutney (or similar). I don't have a recipe so it might be 'trial and error'!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:30
Unless the parents are Emiratis, I don't understand why would it be a "lottery of life" for a baby to be born in the UAE? Exactly! If anything, I've found it to be more of a hindrance. For example, when I apply for anything official (eg UK passport) I have to say I wasn't born in the UK. That usually leads to another section to fill in. When I went to college, there were more question marks over my fee status. As an expat born here, I see absolutely no benefit whatsoever
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 08:18
Sorry for confusing. That's what I meant. Thought UAE should be amongst the top 10 countries. That's not what I meant! :cool:
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EW GURU
Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 08:11
Really? I'm surprised it's not lower (and I was born here!)
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Latest post on 04 December 2012 - 12:31
I'm with them and have recently had to use it. I made sure I went to a clinic on the direct billing list so didn't have to pay anything. All very straight forward and easy.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 13:12
People actually wear these?!:\:
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 16:44
I would nip this in the bud immediately and warn her to never ask again! Have seen and heard about this so many times and it's rarely true. Sorry if it sounds harsh but I believe your friend is opening herself up to a whole heap of trouble. ETA... [i'>if [/i'>of course she is telling the truth, I would ask for copies of the bill. I would then call the hospital personally to check their authenticity. If all adds up, then I would look at ways to assist with her request if possible. But I would not be taking her word for it. <em>edited by coffee_mate on 02/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 16:42
I just wanted to share with you ladies a great hairdresser I have just found in DSO and fantastic price too...the best cut I've had since I arrived in Dubai over five years ago. A really lovely girl from ireland She is based in the SHEBA beauty lounge.. Is SHEBA the one in the Le Solarium Building next to DESCO printing, or is it somewhere else? tnx No, that's Beauty Avenue. Sheba is in the building where 'Chin chin' in that's never opened (if that helps!) on the way to the smaller Market Spinneys and Costa/Semmer villas
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EW GURU
Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 13:03
The baking section of any supermarket
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EW GURU
Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 01:57
B2bfitness. The best in my opinion
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EW GURU
Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 17:20
is this question for market research.....?!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 15:06
I book everything (flights, hotel, trips) myself because I actually enjoy all the research!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 09:30
maybe National Day madness has started....
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EW GURU
Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 09:26
Jill Peters. She has a FB page. I highly recommend her
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EW GURU
Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 21:39
Dark side you are a joke with your comments. She's not joking, there is a dubai PA role on secsinthecity!
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 12:57
louisedvs is correct. In Satwa there is a shop called Murad Boutique. It's upstairs in Al Ghazal Mall (same one as Mr. Bens) I've used them recently for tux hire and they were cheaper than The Wedding Shop in the Jumeira Centre on Beach Road. They even delivered them!
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 09:14
Thanks Maskhara. I will sit tight and hope! If not I'll just have to pay it, but I'd be sick as a dog if I booked now and the price does drop!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 20:10
No, I don't think so. I'm intrigued though..... Has somebody upset you?!
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EW GURU
Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 08:34
opposite Safa Park
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 08:33
Don't panic. I thought I'd give myself a break a few months ago as well. Like you, I was fearing the worst. However, I'm pleased to say everything was back to normal within a month and I had no side effects whatsoever. Maybe I just got lucky, but there is hope for you! Good luck
 
 
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