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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 20:43
I have; please contact me on crystalsindubai at yahoo dot com.
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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 20:42
There is a company here in Dubai that has those German keys (most of the time, at least). Trying to find the contact and will revert.
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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 20:35
Ladies, without a story to tell, I have cried myself through all your posts - sending all hugs, loving thoughts and much sympathy, and wishing that your heavy hearts will become easier!
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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 20:12
Calimom, there are two types: 1) UAE Labour Law for Non-Lawyers, full day seminar suitable for HR Departments and corporate clients, giving clear and full details of the law including recent new rules and regulations; 2) UAE Labour Law for Employees, half-day seminar including all aspects from the point of view of employees. Both seminars towards the end of Feb. More details, let me know.
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Latest post on 29 January 2011 - 12:11
Hi Clairehdp, I would use the dhow belonging to the SAS Radisson Blu - guaranteed excellent food...
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Latest post on 29 January 2011 - 11:45
For home insurance, contact Nasco Karaoglan; super service.
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Latest post on 29 January 2011 - 11:43
Try Magrudy (at Ibn Battuta or Jumeirah 1 or City Center)...
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Latest post on 29 January 2011 - 11:26
Some of my favourites: Bice (Italian) at the Hilton Jumeirah Beach, Nina's great North Indian food, and EAu Zone at the Arabian Court (One and Only Royal Mirage); Okku (Japanese fine dining) and Chris's Ruth Steak House at the Monarch; Asha's (Indian food) at Wafi City; Pepper Crab at the Grand Hyatt, also their Indian Restaurant; The Noble House and the Asiana (splendid dim sum) at the Raffles; both the Chinese and the Vietnamese Restaurants at the Shangri La... but to name a few !
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Latest post on 29 January 2011 - 10:59
Just doing the home exercises for back pain works wonders...
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Latest post on 28 January 2011 - 18:11
Seconding Satwa ...
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Latest post on 27 January 2011 - 14:54
In the old Satwa shopping area there are quite a few glass cutters...
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Latest post on 26 January 2011 - 17:31
For an out-of-town friend I am looking for 1x ticket on both semi-final and final days (Feb 25/26). Is there anyone out here who has tickets and can't use due to other commitments?
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Latest post on 25 January 2011 - 23:50
Against mosquitos, try 20 drops of lemongrass essential oil, mixed with 10 drops of cinnamon essential oil; dilute with 20 ml of base oil; apply to skin. Instead of the base oil, use water to dilute in spray bottle, or burn tealights/other candles with several drops of lemongrass oil.
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Latest post on 25 January 2011 - 13:02
for packing and/or storage and/or shipping call Frank Dantis @ Eazy Moving & Storage, tel 055-954 9955. They've several great jobs for me/friends, and super storage facilities in Al Quoz.
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Latest post on 24 January 2011 - 09:41
Good morning qatarprincess, suggestion: would you like to organize a small hour workshop (for say 6 persons) at your home? Subject would be to learn first steps to making beaded jewelry (with gem stones)...
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Latest post on 22 January 2011 - 20:34
Hi tatler, Desert Doodle, try Festival City, connection from Ikea level to the marina...
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 19:48
Hey talliscot, what's your requirement, size, bedrooms, budget?
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 19:46
Hey St. George, Years ago, the Hatta Fort Hotel used to do murder weekends, and I heard talk not long ago that these event would be resurrected... check with them. Lovely scenery out there, too!
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 16:18
Hi, do check with the Sh Mohd Foundation for Cultural Understanding in the Bastakiya. As all their dinners served during Ramadhan are proudly cooked in private homes, and they are trying to bring people together, it is quite likely they could arrange for you to learn in a Muslim home.
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 08:32
yoyo70, that refusal to allow professional home inspectors as well as the time limit appears very unreasonable. How about approaching RERA for advise on that issue without mentioning the N-word?
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 07:39
Morning Teabag, can email you the Dubai Municipality form. As these forms are fairly old translations, they often don't quite make sense - do you use an addendum with it?
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Latest post on 21 January 2011 - 07:35
Hi SydGal, if you are buying new property that has just being completed, a professional home inspector is absolutely essential - I wouldn't do without him. Any issues would then have to be remedied by the developer within 11 months. Even if you purchase property from a previous owner (i.e. that has been completed more than 11 months and the warranty period has lapsed), a professional inspection is advisable; it should ideally be part of the agreement that repair of any serious problems should be to the account of the seller. There are a number of very good home inspectors available, if you require any reference, please let me know.
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Latest post on 20 January 2011 - 16:34
Hi LuLee, Their show (in the afternoons) is absolutely worth it...! Don't recall the entrance fee but it wasn't much. The location is on the Khawaneej Road, not hard to find - google it for contact details.
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Latest post on 20 January 2011 - 16:11
Hi JoBen, Emirates Road for sure. To Ajman from Dubai, not after 3 pm, and even throughout the day, there might be somewhat slow traffic in Sharjah past the National Paints r/a. From Ajman to Dubai, after 10 am anytime, although I would avoid the llunch/school closing hours
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Latest post on 20 January 2011 - 15:21
Thanks Sanddy, I hope so, too... are you going to the Exiles function? If so, just have fun!
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Latest post on 20 January 2011 - 15:11
Hallo Ladies of Leisure, Who of you is up for a little adventure tomorrow? Having just had a car breakdown before the weekend when I had booked a table at the RAK craft fair at the Al Hamra Golf Course – always a lovely occasion organized on the open terrace overlooking the greens and the lagoon, with lots of socializing going on on the side – I am looking for a lady who would kindly drive with me up there tomorrow morning and spend a carefree day in leisurely RAK. I had planned to take my crystals, jewelry and tattoos – strange combination, I know – and always could use a hand… Anyone up to it? Contact please at crystalsindubai at yahoo dot com.
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Latest post on 16 January 2011 - 20:59
Flower Girl... that situation smells! Visa can't be cancelled without your signature confirming that you have received your final settlement - question arises: who has signed your document? I would not let so much time lapse as you only have 30 days to leave the country...
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Latest post on 16 January 2011 - 20:44
Cooooold in Dubai, too... Don't like having to wrap up! Aahhh, dreaming of an open chimney...
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Latest post on 16 January 2011 - 20:41
Have been to Obergurgl/Hochgurgl in the Oetztal (Tirol) many times. It's high altitude garantees snow up till March/April. Easy access from Munich/Innsbruck, super slopes, Hotel Hochgurgl, Hotel Obergurgl are beautiful hotels. Wished I was there...
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Latest post on 16 January 2011 - 17:32
Hi Fairwater, sure can recommend The Mandarin and the Shangri La (preferably the garden section). Enjoy Singapore!
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 21:33
Hi Blue Cow, most personal shipments are not subject to customs/duty, unless you import in commercial quantities...
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 21:24
Hi, I am a type B and try to adhere to the "diet" as much as practical, although it really is not a diet as it goes across the entire gamut of foodstuff. The effects are quite subtle. It does not say, for instance, that you cannot eat whatever is negative for your blood type, but if you do carefully watch (and listen to) your body and how you feel, you might notice that when often/regularly eating your "negative" foods [b'>you will not feel as good as you could[/b'>[i'>[/i'>. As mentioned in one of the earlier comments, there also is a marked improvement in ones energy level. Works for me... I sure do feel the difference.
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 21:09
Hi Buttonmoon, I'm quite sure she will...
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 21:08
Hi Nel & Emes, the shopping mall is the Jumeirah Center (not to be mixed up with the Jumeirah Plaza next door) on Jumeirah Beach Road...
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 12:31
In addition to the airlines already listed, there is Singapore Airlines...
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 11:55
Hi Emes, can second Anne Rashid in Satwa...
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 06:32
Sure one can drive there alone, have done so for years... if you're unsure about the "bandits" go first north towards RAK after leaving the Barracuda and then take a turn towards Emirates/Bypass road.
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Latest post on 13 January 2011 - 17:54
One can actually contest the fine officially, in which case the photograph has to be presented by the police as proof. If they are right, you pay the fine + "court fees", but if you know you can't be the "sinner" you also have a good chance. Takes time, effort and lots of nerve...
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Latest post on 13 January 2011 - 17:45
Hi Eveanna, can second The Boardwalk in the Golf & Marina Club on the Creek - make sure to take a shawl, can be pretty chilly there - and Cafe Madeleine in Dubai Mall: has a terrace overlooking the fountain (starts from 6 pm every half hour) - spectacular! Enjoy your visit...
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Latest post on 13 January 2011 - 17:32
Hi Sham, Carrefour Express is located in Cluster C, another great supermarket (Park n Shop) two clusters further.... love that one, very spacious alleys and great bread...
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Latest post on 10 January 2011 - 22:20
Hi Pamja, still looking for Rotana restaurants? Teatro at the Rotana Tower in SZR is an absolutely super place offering fusion cooking, specializing on North Indian, etc. Never been disappointed there...
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Latest post on 10 January 2011 - 21:16
Quite happy about an "empty" lake... have mosquitos even now, hate to think what happens with a brown lake of stagnant water before me!
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Latest post on 10 January 2011 - 15:25
Hi BHB, why not try Union Coop at Safa Park (1st floor). Have seen a number of Karcher products there....
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Latest post on 10 January 2011 - 15:23
Abbyboot, the Mansour Dhow is the one belonging to the SAS Radisson? If so, I fully agree, great food...
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 20:43
The second hotel manubhadauria mentioned is the Khasab Hotel, and yes, I would definitely recommend the Khasab Beach Hotel & Resort (Golden Tulip). Gorgeous up there, went out on a dhow, swimming with dolphins in a quite secluded khor...
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 20:39
Standing corrected, happymommy - you are quite right, it is Al Seef... loving the way travelling along the creek has been made to hassle-free and pleasant, and all that at AED 4 return/no parking meters...
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 20:18
Weighing in from Lindau, Germany - actually Bavaria, have been called "the Crooked Bavarian" in a previous life... stems from the eternal competition between Prussians and Bavarians...
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 20:04
Hi Burnsie000, why not rent one for the event? There's a company in Satwa on Al Diyafa Street (the Dune Center, if I am remembering correctly), where both ladies and gents can rent formal evening wear for the night...
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 02:06
Best way would be to head down SZR / Zabeel Road to the creek opposite the Sheraton & Dubai National Bank. Park there (for free at Al Sabka Station) and use the water bus to the Gold/Spice Souq station (Dh 4 return). These buses run every 15 minutes, last one around 10.30 pm. From this station its about 5 minutes to walk thru the spice souq to the gold souq, and saves you a lot of hassles trying to park on Deira side. Besides, its a lovely ride on the creek! Enjoy, happy to hear someone makes an effort to explore "old Dubai"...
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Latest post on 08 January 2011 - 18:26
Why not have a look at Satwa, those glass shops have done a great job for my wall shelves!
 
 
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