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Latest post on 02 February 2017 - 09:12
Thank you ladies, will pop back to the store and see if it's back. Does the service centre deliver?
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Latest post on 02 February 2017 - 09:11
McGettigans in JLT have live music at weekends. Their food is very good too. Have a look on their website for more info and menus.
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Latest post on 31 January 2017 - 21:49
Thank you both. Will check each of these out! :cool:
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Latest post on 30 January 2017 - 11:29
Hi ladies, Has anyone used and could recommend a catering company that would fully cater a BBQ for about 10-12 people? Fully cater as in provide all equipment, utensils and food and more importantly, clean up afterwards!! :biggrin: TIA
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Latest post on 26 January 2017 - 11:09
I have looked into this in the past when I thought we were returning back to UK but then we didn't! There is good links and guidelines on the gov.uk website. According to this website, it is possible. You should have a decision in 3-4 weeks and costs between £400/£500! Good luck! :cool:
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Latest post on 26 January 2017 - 11:03
This is not on! Surely if you are standing in a rank, you get a taxi at that rate! You didn't call the taxi! You were in a rank waiting!!! It never ceases to amaze me the way the rules just change!! I know the few dirhams extra doesn't make a big difference but it's just the principle that gets to me!!! Aaaaaaargh! Rant over!
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Latest post on 08 December 2016 - 11:45
The doll on its own is reduced to 100! http://uae.souq.com/ae-en/red-elf-on-the-shelf-boy-9634326/i/ If you want the full pack there are only three left in stock!!!!! http://uae.souq.com/ae-en/elf-on-the-shelf-book-set-a-christmas-tradition-blue-eyed-boy-scout-elf-11561926/i/ Happy shopping!!!! I love this little elf!!!!!
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Latest post on 07 December 2016 - 17:33
They are saying delivery by the 10th which is good! ??
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Latest post on 07 December 2016 - 08:44
Try borders in Emirates mall or virgin megastore. Or for online they are in stock here: http://uae.souq.com/ae-en/elf-on-the-shelf/s/
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Latest post on 07 December 2016 - 08:44
Most boots stores have them.
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Latest post on 23 November 2016 - 15:54
Wow, thank you so much for that reply! So many great ideas here! :cool: Lots for me to try!:)
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Latest post on 23 November 2016 - 08:59
Hi ladies, I've got family visiting from London this weekend and wanted to do a simple Arabic lunch for them on Saturday. What would you recommend I serve them? Salads? I would like it to be as authentic as possible but without spending hours in the kitchen as I want to spend my time with them. Thank you
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Latest post on 20 November 2016 - 12:44
For ready made bridesmaid dresses coast are great. Debenhams also have a big selection of long and short dresses that would be lovely bridesmaid dresses. Happy shopping.
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Latest post on 10 October 2016 - 12:54
If there is anything else you think of before the move or even once you are there, just let me know. Happy to help....I know a move, no matter where it is too can be pretty daunting! Good luck, you will be happy in Bahrain I think. We were! Hubby actually prefers it to Dubai!!!
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Latest post on 10 October 2016 - 12:51
I pay 35AED an hour and she comes for three hours. I tip her 25AED.
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Latest post on 09 October 2016 - 15:33
Thank you ladies! Some really lovely ideas here to get started on! :cool:
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Latest post on 09 October 2016 - 14:59
I didn't have kids in either school but I had friends with their kids in st Chris' and they really liked it. A friend worked at BSB and again she liked it. For some reason st Chris' always has a waiting list so the majority of people arriving mid year go to BSB. I never heard a complaint about either. There are lots of clubs to join in Bahrain and most members hang out here at weekends. Some are sports clubs, some social clubs. We had lots of friends there too so a lot of time was spent at bbqs in each other's houses...in the winter months that is!! There are cinemas too and some beaches, water parks for the kids, horse riding and lots of sports so always something to do. You do need to put yourself out there in Bahrain, but if you have kids you will straight away have a social circle from school that will keep you busy and take care of your spare time! There are lots of little 'spas' with very reasonably priced treatments so I was always happy to indulge! The one thing that we found difficult at times was the drive for my husband every morning and evening. It took 1-1.5 hours in the morning and sometimes more in the evenings, especially on a Thursday! Early to bed and early to rise! But if your husband has a driver, all he needs to do is sit back, that will take the hassle out of it for him.
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Latest post on 09 October 2016 - 14:02
Hi Supernoodle, I have done the move but in reverse order. Lived in Bahrain before our posting to Dubai. My husband also worked in Saudi and travelled across and back every day. You are right, Bahrain is a LOT smaller than Dubai but it has everything you could need. Good schools, lots of malls, good coffee shops, nice restaurants, etc. In relation to housing, I would recommend you live on the causeway side of Bahrain....traffic in Bahrain is crazy at 'Rush hour' and to and from the causeway can be a nightmare. Saar is a really good place to live for this. Plus it's near Hamala where the British school is and also just a stones throw from St Chris's if you got places there. There is a supermarket called Al Osra which is like the Spinneys here, very handy. There is also a Carrefour in the city centre mall but is very busy like the one here so I avoided it!! I'm not sure what else you would like to know but any questions, just ask. I am more than happy to help if I can! :cool:
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Latest post on 07 October 2016 - 10:37
Ted Morgan is great. That's where I go and have always been happy. It is pricey but worth it!! They have two branches, one on the palm and the other in motor city.
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Latest post on 28 September 2016 - 20:42
Hi, Have you tried dragon mart? They always have a good selection of different lights and fittings.
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Latest post on 26 September 2016 - 09:28
Hi ladies, Does anyone know of any beginners first aid courses that are being run soon / are regularly run? Preferably close to Meadows! Thanks
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Latest post on 24 September 2016 - 14:47
So I went in to MMI to ask them. He said in order to be 'legal' I need to have my own. It's 270AED. I need to submit all the documents again plus a letter of no complaint from my husband. He said my husbands license would cover me to drink in my house but not outside. He did say unless you do something stupid and attract police attention that you would be OK! I don't ever drink a lot but I don't think I want to take the chance! Just want to make sure I'm covered!!
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Latest post on 22 September 2016 - 08:36
Yes, it's more for the police I'm wondering about. Purchasing is not a problem as my husband and I tend to go together to stock up. It's more a case of being out at night and being stopped by the police! I want to make sure I am covered for this?? The back of my husbands card does say immediate family or something like that m is covered but I think it has changed??? And now wives need their own?? Or must have submitted their documents so their name is on file?? Quite confused :thinking:
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Latest post on 20 September 2016 - 08:15
Hi ladies, I am on my husbands visa as I don't work at present, He has an alcohol license and my question is, does this cover me or do I need to have my own? TIA Hi cruiseaddict Sorry no his licence will not cover you. You must have your own one. He can apply for you. Doesn't take too long. :) Thank you! Had a feeling that might be the case but was hoping it wasn't!!!! ;)
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Latest post on 19 September 2016 - 09:36
Hi ladies, I am on my husbands visa as I don't work at present, He has an alcohol license and my question is, does this cover me or do I need to have my own? TIA
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Latest post on 19 September 2016 - 09:28
Hi, I'm only seeing this now but hope it all worked out for you? I used this injection 3-4 times in early pregnancy and had the sane fears as you once I googled side effects. But I decided to trust my doctor. Thought they should know better than my google attempts!
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Latest post on 12 July 2016 - 18:38
Yep that's what I did. Used a pre pay sim until I got my residence visa. Now I am on pay monthly. Worked fine for me! ??
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Latest post on 16 June 2016 - 12:46
I totally know how you feel. I have missed so many friends weddings because of living abroad and also so many family events...parents 50th, new nephews arriving, special birthday parties etc! I have been living the expat life for 10 years now and it doesn't get any easier! Everyone back home thinks I have the best life ever living over here and yes it is great but sometimes I would give anything to be back home at these times! It's hard but I have to put it in perspective too. It's a choice I made and I knew there would be sacrifices but it's still hard. I try to be part of all these events I am missing out on by organising something special....champagne in bridal suite for friends, special gifts to be delivered for birthdays etc! Could you maybe organise a nice present for your friend for her hen so you feel part of it? Maybe some bubbles in her hotel room? A beauty treatment in the spa? Or organise a couple of cocktails for her on arrival? I know it's not the same but at least this way you are still part of it without being there!
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Latest post on 04 June 2016 - 15:44
Thank you! Just placed my order ??
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Latest post on 02 June 2016 - 16:09
What is the Cheers app, seen it mentioned a few times? It's an app for drinks. Buy one bottle of wine, get one free. Buy one cocktail, get one free. Buy a house beverage, get one free. Works for me ;)
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Latest post on 02 June 2016 - 12:36
Hi, I have the fine dining app, the cheers app and the body and fitness app. They each have the same vouchers that their corresponding book does with extra added monthly and the app is a little cheaper and easier to carry around!!! If you want fine dining, you will need to buy the fine dining book or app. It is not included in the general entertainer, the general one has more casual eating places. Hope this helps!
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Latest post on 01 June 2016 - 12:14
Thank you ladies. Mine is with MMI so unfortunately can't renew with African and eastern online! It is on the to do list! :cool:
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Latest post on 01 June 2016 - 11:24
Good morning ladies, Does anyone know how I go about renewing my alcohol license? I really hope I don't need to apply all over again????
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Latest post on 31 May 2016 - 18:09
If you like fine dining in really nice restaurants then it's definitely worth it. We like to go out 4-5 times a month so have gotten our money's worth! The cheers one is also great. We use them both weekly!
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Latest post on 30 May 2016 - 20:20
Have bought it in both Lulu and Co-op in Barsha.. ☺ Thank you. Can you remember how much you paid? Did they have a big selection?
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Latest post on 19 May 2016 - 21:40
On the odd occasion I get static in my hair, I rub some hair serum Through the ends and that seems to sort it! Or some hairspray! But even when there is no static in my hair, I always get shocks off shopping trolleys, my car, shop doors, even other people! It is driving me insane! So if you find a way of stopping that, please let me know!!!
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Latest post on 08 May 2016 - 09:06
Sorry, cruise addict, you may already be too late ... http://whatson.ae/dubai/2016/05/souq-al-bahar-restaurants-closing-down/ Oh no :cry: Thank you for the link!
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Latest post on 08 May 2016 - 07:46
Oh no!!!! Not mango tree!!!!! :cry: When is it closing???? I love it there!!!! I will need to make sure I get my fill before they go!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 08 May 2016 - 07:43
I use Cinderella maids. They always do a good job with my ironing. 0 4 272 8002
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Latest post on 05 April 2016 - 15:53
Hi ladies, Has anyone been to Beachcombers in Jumeirah Beach hotel recently? I am planning to go there in a few weeks when we have friends over to visit as the setting sounds lovely! I have heard some very mixed reviews about the food and service though! I would appreciate your thoughts if you have recently been! It would be 6 adults and a 10 year old. Thanks
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Latest post on 23 March 2016 - 16:17
I had a French gelish manicure at The Cure, Green community and it's excellent. Looks really natural and they did a great job. Just FYI you should give your nails a break after 2 or 3 applications. That's fab, thank you! I haven't had gelish done since Xmas cause my nails were ruined during a removal...so angry because until then my nails were in perfect condition! I now have a few months of growth left to get rid of the cracking and splitting nails! But I'm going on holiday next week and want to get gelish done for that! Will give them a break again once I come back! Thank you! :cool:
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Latest post on 23 March 2016 - 11:25
Thank you ladies. Have you had a French manicure done? How did it look?
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Latest post on 23 March 2016 - 08:44
Good morning ladies, Can anyone recommend a salon that does a very good gelish manicure. The last thread I found on here was middle of last year! I have tried a few and the gelish either chips after a week or my nails get totally wrecked when they remove it. Does anyone use anywhere regularly and are happy with the results? As near to meadows as possible please! ;) thank you!
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Latest post on 03 March 2016 - 09:29
Hello Cruiseaddict, I am a licensed personal trainer living in Tecom. I provide online/ home personal training sessions along with nutrition advice and diet plans. Let me know if you are interested and I will pass on my email ID to discuss further. Thanks! Yes please! I would love to get in touch to find out about your services. Thank you :cool:
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Latest post on 01 March 2016 - 17:11
Sorry I can't help but would be interested in getting your fish and chip shop recommendations please? And curry house recommendations too actually! We have not been impressed with any that we have used....I just crave a fish supper like back home and a curry that actually fills me up instead of the piddly portions we have come across here!!!!
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Latest post on 01 March 2016 - 08:30
he he he....yes I love that the humble potato is proving so popular :lol: I will try finding russet potato and steaming or baking them! At the minute I do keep them in the fridge and boil them!!!!! So as of now...the quest is on to find the perfect way to create perfect mashed potato in Dubai!!!! :biggrin:
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Latest post on 29 February 2016 - 10:49
Hi ladies.... I too am at my wits end with spuds (potatoes) but for a different reason!!!!! Hubby and I love our mince and spuds or plain old mashed potato....but any potatoes I buy here are really really wet and soggy when mashed,...even if I dry them out before mashing.....anyone else had this problem and found potatoes anywhere that won't do this?? I normally buy in spinneys or geant!!! Being Irish the perfect potato is an essential for us ha ha
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Latest post on 24 February 2016 - 16:01
We have used Jim Will Fix it and they were great. Efficient, clean and reasonable! :cool:
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Latest post on 21 February 2016 - 09:32
Thank you ladies. I have emailed platinum heritage to see the different packages they offer. The ones you did sound amazing! Really looking forward to trying it myself! All the time we have spent here, we have never actually tried one!! I guess that's why it's good to have visitors, it makes us do the 'touristy ' things we wouldn't normally do! :cool:
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Latest post on 17 February 2016 - 19:27
Hi Cruiseaddict, Find out more about our coffee mornings here [url=http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_events_whats_on.aspx'>Coffee Mornings >>[/url'> Excellent! Thank you very much for the info! Do I just turn up should Iet someone know in advance?
 
 
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