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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 11:29
cedre Villas are actually in Silicon Oasis, so they would be the closest. They also have amenities close by (supermarkets, gym, shops, salons, etc) which you don't get in The Villa or Falcoln City. Cedre Villas also have (communal) pools. HTH
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 12:54
It's pouring down, thunder and lightening in Riyadh! Maybe it's on its way to us?!! (does rain dance, sends prayers!!) really???? Yep, just spoke to a reliable source (my Dad!)
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 12:50
It's pouring down, thunder and lightening in Riyadh! Maybe it's on its way to us?!! (does rain dance, sends prayers!!)
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 09:04
Silicon oasis is AED60
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:37
The website is still not live, but their contact numbers are on it: http://fitness4life.ae/ From memory, I think Zumba is on a Sunday about 5:30pm? However, that was for March, so may change in April
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:24
[i'>there is somewhere in DSO that you can pay by the class[/i'> Yes, its at the new gym in Cedre Villas complex (where Spinneys is)
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 15:42
Sisters Beauty Salon gets recommended a lot. If you do a search, it's been discussed quite a bit.
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 13:37
Coffee mate is THE person to speak to wedding-wise!! I have had it with all the wedding planners, seriously. St Regis emailed me this morning to say they refuse to move their Friday brunch so I can have my (outdoor, beach) wedding ceremony at 7pm. Ie darkness. Why oh why on earth would all my family and friends fly out to see me get married in a resort wedding, under cover of darkness. I give up! Cheers chick! Honestly, I despair with most of these places! No clue some of them. I'm starting to think I missed my calling in life!
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 13:15
Div.... you have mail :)
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 11:25
Oh my goodness. Now I may have a new addiction! Thanks! Blog looks great DB
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 10:56
I haven't contacted them yet (plan to soon!), but I've heard that the florist near to Choithrams (opposite Safa Park) has reasonable prices.
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 10:55
What's this blog?! I love cooking. P.s DB, you have mail ;)
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 19:42
Has he suffered any trauma to the teeth? How old is he? It could be as a result of gum disease. Does he have receeding gums? Get to a dentist ASAP. The sooner he is seen, the sooner he can embark on a treatment plan. He may need to see a periodontist. No private dentistry is cheap unfortunately. I worked for a high end dentist in London and prices were reflective of that. When I worked out of London prices were a bit lower. If your colleage has a chronic condition, he will probably need regular treatment, so going to the uk may not be practical for him.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 16:51
DB, I've got a load of info that I collected when researching venues (albeit they are all in Dubai). If you'd like me to pass it on, I'm happy to email it to you. They are places like Desert Palm, Jebel Ali Hotel, Bateaux Dubai, Dubai Creek & Yacht Club, Marina Yacht Club, Polo Club....
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 15:41
This has got to be a wind up, surely? Who in their right mind could not understand what the issue is here? It's common (road) sense. OP, you are a danger to yourself and other road users. Get on the pavement! Better still, run round the lakes and enjoy the scenery! (from a fellow runner)
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 15:18
I just had wipers on driving down Emirates Road!!
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 11:37
That could be the reason. We looked at a lot of venues and most have a minimum spend. Park Hyatt won hands down for value and the venue is just lovely. I can't wait for the day! The contact lady is Bonita Camelia [email protected]
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 11:32
I've just hung my washing out, so it's bound to rain now!
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 11:30
I recently got married in court but am planning my wedding blessing for next year and am frankly shocked at the prices they charge over here. I have had a viewing of various locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and just received a proposal that almost made me faint! One was charging 81,000dhs just for alcohol - three times the food costs! 39,000 of that was just on champagne! Is this normal? I think a budget of 100k for 80 guests is reasonable but apparently not! 10,000 just on flowers? That after one day will die and be thrown away? It's just too much. Does anyone know of any reasonably priced locations or ways I can cut costs without appearing cheap. The alcohol wasn't even the free flow option - it was 2 bottles of wine per table of 8, 1 hr of drinks reception and 1 glass of champers for the speeches. I was really happy and excited and enjoying the viewings but now just want to cry... :( Where are you getting those quotes from? My wedding planning is in full motion and quite frankly, those prices made my eyes water! We're having a reception at the Park Hyatt and it's not costing anywhere near that (including canapes, 4 courses meal and 4 hours free flow drinks) They also provide the flowers on the tables and loads of candles/tea lights. So the only flowers I need to source are my bouquets and botton holes for wedding party. ETA... they also include the cake and wedding night stay at the hotel! <em>edited by coffee_mate on 26/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 15:53
I've also bought it from Organics Cafe in Dubai Mall
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 13:47
Coffee-Mate, I am ordering the other parts of my invites from pureinvitation but I have a design that I want printed on the inserts so I am going to do that part myself in Dubai. Ah I see! Well if you have no luck finding the card in Dubai, you could always order the blank inserts and have them printed here. At least then you would have an exact colour match.
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 13:32
I couldn't find any that was of the quality I wanted, so ended up doing S&S, using this company in the UK: www.pureinvitation.co.uk I ordered blank card invites that you put together yourself and they do the printing if you wish. I highly recommend them. Infact, that reminds me, I need to order my name cards from them!
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 22:07
Agreed! Love this place
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 17:23
I always use a guy in karama
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 17:08
Yeah, ive heard he wouldnt get his own british passport but a friend of mine has her husband on her british passport and was able to do this even before they got married and were engaged. Just need to get him over here and get married so he can stay and find a job. I ove it here so far but its just not the same without him. I thought the days of having people on your passport were long gone (thinking back to when kids were put on mothers passports). Might be wrong though. You're probably best contacting the british embassy directly. And as Macallan said, you can't get married a court here. Only church. HTH
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 14:34
cedre Villas would be ideal. It's in silicon oasis, so very convenient for work!
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 14:09
Legally, you can only marry in a church (I'm assuming you are both Christian?) You cannot have a civil marriage. What do you mean by 'putting him on your passport?
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EW GURU
Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 12:55
What's going on - Is this normal?? Unfortunately, yes it's normal!
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 13:41
Can you be more specific? It might help people give their opinion if we have more details of said incident...
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 13:10
I think I saw it on my way to the bathroom. It's a big stall, rather than a store. There is a proper shop too
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 13:09
Yes, there is. Opposite Cara
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 09:56
I'm new to Pilates- been going about 6weeks at exhale motor city. I love Sandra's classes. I feel 2inches taller after! However, does anyone know if she has left? Her name is not featured on the march schedule and I recall she mentioned maybe setting up her own studio.
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 15:35
Personally, I quite like it as you never know what you're going to find. I do like a bargain! I've heard people say it's rubbish because it's not like the ones in UK/US/Europe, which is probably true. Go have a look. I had a very nice steak at the restaurant near the door once! (even if the shops don't impress you, at least you don't have to cook dinner!) :)
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 15:25
Yes, from Bur Dubai, I'd take the Al Ain road from the Trade Center and you just keep going. It's about 5kms past the Silicon Oasis/Academic City exit on Al Ain Road ETA... Is it worth it? It's not amazing but I've picked up some cheap workout gear from there in the past. Worth a look if you fancy a little trip out. I heard it's closing down but can't tell you when. <em>edited by coffee_mate on 13/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 15:14
Does anyone know if you can buy a ticket on the day, on arrival? Yes you can, AED 60 in advance, AED 75 on the door. ETA I think it says that the free tickets are for Saturday only edited by pinks on 13/03/2012 Thanks for that. Not sure 100% if I can go yet, so would prefer not to pay in advance incase I can't make it after all.
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 13:31
Does anyone know if you can buy a ticket on the day, on arrival?
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 20:01
Def D block in Cedre. Maybe one of the Semmer villa's ladies could advise if they have a D block? agree with skyKitty about putting villa number online though...especially if you end up moving into it!
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 19:26
How about substituting sugar for agave syrup? Just an idea.
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 14:53
I just thought there were a lot of blind people here!:cool:
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 14:49
mmm .. I quote '' [b'>My friend recently had a call from the bank - they'd forgotten to clear 3k on a credit card 3 years ago.. Although they haven't used the card since 2009 the bank are telling them they now owe 16,000 AED!!![/b'> So if Im reading this correctly.. You friend had 3 K owed to a bank on a credit card but forgot to pay it .. 3 years later they are now asking for 16 K .. That would mean that with the late payment charges and the interest its shot up to 16K. i would speak to the bank and work out an affordable payment plan. Unless ive read this incorrectly ! sorry I interpreted it as the bank forgot to clear the 3k after her friend had paid it off 3 years ago...?! OP can you clarify x
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 13:43
If I tell everyone, there will be no sunbeds left for me! ;)
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 13:09
I train with Element Fitness: www.element-fitness.net I have to say, I actually look forward to my twice weekly sessions! I never get bored and am always pushed to the limit!
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 12:29
And the gym just opened YAY! And there is a new pool opening YAY YAY!!!!
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 11:57
Not a new one, but I'm really enjoying The Sopranos at the moment! I thought it had a slow start, but now I've just started Season 5, I'm addicted!
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 11:53
What's your budget? I pay mine AED 250 per hour and from when I did research, that seemed to be around the going rate. That's for a house visit.
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 11:51
I know Urban Energy offer classes for pre and postnatal ladies
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Latest post on 10 March 2012 - 19:06
I've just been treated to a bag of Jo Malone goodies, so will do some experiments to see what combinations work best on me!
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 13:54
There is a Arthur Murray franchise here. Looks like they have a couple of locations: http://arthurmurray.com/arthur-murray-united-arab-emirates/ P.s will you report back after you've had some lessons? I'm looking to do this in a few months so would love to hear how you get on!
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 15:21
Hi EmilyG, I don't know any sites off the top of my head. However I've just booked to go to UK in April with Etihad for 2300. Far cheaper then what I got quoted from Emirates!
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 13:04
I'd heard you did have to book, but we didn't and had no problems
 
 
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