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Latest post on 26 September 2011 - 16:17
Masafi never recycle bottles, so they won't take them away. We have been known cut them in half and use for punch when having parties, apart from that I can't think of another use. Our delivery man always takes our empties away!
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Latest post on 13 September 2011 - 15:00
I use Autoclean and the charge - Duvet cover AED6, Sheet AED4, Pillowcases AED2. The quality of ironing is very good. 050 397 7737 or 050 956 3133
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Latest post on 13 September 2011 - 08:48
I went to a leaving party in the summer and Appetite catered that, the food was amazing - especially the individual portions of fish and chips, and the raw tuna!
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Latest post on 13 September 2011 - 05:40
Years ago one of my cats returned with the remains of someones Sunday joint, I let him eat it (rationed out) as I didn't think anyone would fancy it much after he had dragged it home. I am sure to this day someone in Englefield Green, Surrey, still wonders who took their cold joint off the windowsill !!
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Latest post on 12 September 2011 - 16:48
Great news, and about time too! Keep us posted please, I don't get over to MCC very often!
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Latest post on 12 September 2011 - 13:36
Victory Heights, Green Community Motor City are two more possibilities. You should be able to drive around without any problem, just say to security that you are thnking about renting a villa there!
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 15:50
My brother in law bought one but in Sri Lanka.....! They are quite cheap there maybe worth importing one if you can't find a supplier here!
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 14:10
I will email you straight away. CP
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 13:51
The reason I chose to lease is that I get a company car allowance but need to give them an invoice each month. My DH negotiated hard and got me a very fair price, if you leave your email address here I will tell you but I prefer not to say on an open board as they might not give others the same deal!
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 13:28
Thanks!
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 13:26
Now I am actually leasing my car from National on a 4 year deal, including insurance, servicing, tyres, hire car replacement when off the road etc But I recall the price to buy from Al Tayer was around 100k. It costs me around AED120 to fill the tank when the fuel warning light is on!!!
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 18:30
Is it? It is round here too!
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 13:46
What day is it? I am still at work and I was thinking it's Wednesday, am I wrong? Oh and before I get given a hard time - my kids are 22 and 20 so I a guess I am allowed to work full time these days!!! ;) <em>edited by Cornish Pixie on 07/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 13:43
Some Mum's have no choice but to work, as long as they have good child care in place then who are any of us to criticise?
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 13:37
I have one, I think that using the Max on the AC really uses heaps more petrol, I had a 2005 model before and they are quite thirsty cars, but saying that I am delighted with my new one!
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 13:35
We are in The Lakes and live in the equivalent to a 1E in the Ranches. Our bills are maximum AED 1600 excluding our housing fee, in the winter they drop to AED 350-500. There are just 2 of and a dog but my DH works from home so at least one AC is on all the time!
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 10:40
For any would be editors out there who are interested, the online test for Wordy is on [url=https://www.wordy.com/signup/editor'>link[/url'> - good luck to those who are trying :)
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Latest post on 07 September 2011 - 07:29
My DH is working for a company called wordy dot com - an online, 'crowd sourced', copy-editing and proofreading service that operates via an international team of qualified editors - he mentioned the other day that the company is looking to recruit Middle East based editors. My sister in the UK took the online qualification test (which is quite challenging!) and she passed (her background is copywriting). If you pass the test and are appointed a wordy editor, then you can take on jobs online and earn a good fee - just a thought :)
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Latest post on 06 September 2011 - 12:58
Bumping - anyone!
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 15:01
There is a bathroom showroom in Ibn Battuta in the Andilusian Court. IKEA is great value for kitchens!
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 14:25
Has anyone shipped less than a full container of personal possessions to Egypt before? If anyone can help with suggestions of who I can contact I would appreciate it. Thanks!
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 13:26
I live in The Lakes and I think 95% of the kids who live there walk or cycle to school, it really isn't far!
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 12:45
We have a bee's nest in our garden too and I don't know quite what to do with it either, it seems wrong to kill them but I don't want them flying about in such large numbers once we are outside again, and have the doors open all day!
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 10:45
I am 98% sure you can buy it at C4 or Geant!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 12:44
http://www.corbyofwindsor.com/uae/ My husband has a trouser press made by these people.
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 12:18
The Chefs House at the Radisson Blu has an Asian Buffet on a Monday, I think it's around AED200 per head.
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 10:33
It is quite normal to hassle a tenant to get the deposit paid ASAP but do make sure that you have seen the ownership documents with matching passport/visa of the owner BEFORE you pay this 5%. The agent should be able to provide these to you straight away (if they are professional anyway). As far as paying the rent - ask for a date to start the lease that you are comfortable with and that you can get the funds here in time for, don't let the agent put you under too much pressure.
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 17:07
The Time Out card gives discounts in many places, worth having and free!
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 13:54
Does anyone rent a Granada or a Cordoba? Are there any new (unlived-in) and newly landscaped, with properly functioning pool, available for rent? How much are they going for? How many beds and baths? I've not visited for a year (yoo-hoo, Cornish Pixie, how you doing?!) and we have a potential change in circumstances I'd like to be fully armed for. I have never been back since that day either, hopefully access is better these days!! Hope you and the family are all well and DD likes her new school. Take care xx <em>edited by Cornish Pixie on 01/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 11:30
Yes you can, tourists rent them all the time! However only certain drving licences are accepted and with some otehrs you need an International one.
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Latest post on 30 August 2011 - 05:38
Well, I woke up at 5am - without the alarm, my body clock never seems to stop working! Eid Mubarak to all my EW friends, enjoy the time with your families and friends.
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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 21:14
Any news? I want to go to bed......:( You must be tired CP as there is about 4 threads confirming it is tomorrow, have a good nights sleep :) Yeh and some saying it's not! The Gulf News is from much earlier tonight, I don't mind but if I get up at 5.15, walk the flippin' dog, make my packed lunch and then find out it is Eid I will be mightily upset! Eid Mubarak!
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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 21:08
Any news? I want to go to bed......:(
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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 11:56
I hope they hear you!!
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:14
Congrats to Cornish Pixie too. edited by salsB on 28/08/2011 Why, what did I do????? ;) Lol have i misread???? thought you got a job, let me run and get my glasses, :) I have but I started it in May (!!), also via EW it has to be said!!
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:12
Congrats to Cornish Pixie too. edited by salsB on 28/08/2011 Why, what did I do????? ;)
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:06
I just want to say a special THANK YOU to all of the EW ladies who have helped me with their kind advice and words during my job hunt! And Thank you EW, as I will be starting a job soon, that I found through EW job section!!!! :):):):):):):) That's great news, well done!!! :)
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:03
Hate it - it looks half finished :(
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:02
Just finished my chance by chanel and can't make up my mind about what to buy next! Chance is my absolute favourite of all scents!
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 16:01
CK Summer, lovely light fragrance for wearing to work, and not too expensive!
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Latest post on 26 August 2011 - 17:30
I have sensitive eyes and wear waterproof mascara, and have tried every single remover from the expensive to the cheap and the best one I found and have used for years now is The Body Shop's Camomile eye makeup remover. Its soooooo gentle but removes every little trace of eye makeup Funny this one makes my eyes sting and water!! I like L'Oreal but sometimes find it out of stock.
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Latest post on 26 August 2011 - 17:28
We lived in Oman many years ago and had a licence, the liquor shops were always closed throughout Ramadan though. We have popped a few bottles inside our luggage when going through the Hatta border and never encountered any problems, it's a very half hearted check.
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Latest post on 26 August 2011 - 15:47
Thanks Lynney. I know in the UK/Europe hospitality companies put together 'packages' with transport/access passes and coordinate everything, maybe there are companies outside of the UAE doing this sort of thing for AD and none based here.
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Latest post on 25 August 2011 - 18:15
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=156846 I know they are only ooking for an apartment but you never know!
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Latest post on 25 August 2011 - 18:05
Arabian Ranches Golf Club is serving too, everything from Breakfast, lunch and Dinner and coffee/tea in between!
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Latest post on 24 August 2011 - 10:49
Only Du for the moment but I hear soon you will have the choice all over Dubai! We have gone for a fast download and watch a lot of TV online.
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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 17:51
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2028586/The-incredible-photos-capture-entire-day-New-York-just-image.html These are really clever!
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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 16:49
I hate it when people blame the relocation company/consultant, truthfully 140k is not a very big budget and the choice will be limited to Springs (in poor locations) and apartments in JBR, maybe The Palm on the wrong side of the street, small Al Reems in Arabian Ranches - if they are lucky etc etc.
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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 15:35
There is also a stand in Festval City that sells some related items.
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Latest post on 21 August 2011 - 18:14
Sorry but it won't work here, you need to download Skype and then buy yourself a v*p*n.
 
 
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