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Latest post on 08 January 2016 - 10:59

Hi Also consider the VIllage School near Dairy Ashford it's a brilliant international school my son went the and was not behind when we went back to the uk.

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Latest post on 03 January 2016 - 10:15

hi are there any groups in San diego ? my son and family are moving there in march with two babies. never been abroad before so i was hoping to guide my daughter in law to a great group .

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Latest post on 03 January 2016 - 10:13

thank you big sister i will look him up and make an appointment

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Latest post on 03 June 2015 - 07:58

I paid 850 but can claim it back from insurance company. Well worth it for prevention is better than cure. I made an appointment for my husband as well !

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Latest post on 01 June 2015 - 16:47

Went to Dr Reuter and she was lovely just as everyone said. Totally recommend her

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Latest post on 21 May 2015 - 08:58

Also available at the co op Al barsha

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Latest post on 19 May 2015 - 15:06

Hi I tried to find her but she's not on my insurance site anywhere. So another recommendation would be good.

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Latest post on 20 March 2015 - 14:26

Having been told by my DH that there isn't any way I'm going home for the summer I am stuck here. He says it will do me good to put up with some discomfort can't say I'm happy at the peospect I hate the sun and intense heat it's already too hot for me. So now how do I meet some ladies who will be here through the summer and not working. The three friends I have made are all leaving in June back sept. HELP feeling really fed up :cry: <em>edited by Delgirl82 on 20/03/2015</em>

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Latest post on 11 March 2015 - 11:00

Your all making me feel better about the prospect. I'm not a fan of the heat so that does worry me that I'll end up a prisoner in my home. But the sound of staying in nice hotels is good.

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Latest post on 08 January 2015 - 17:49

We stayed in the old or,sans area it was great bus access was easy. Enjoy it we did. Really memorable holiday.

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Latest post on 03 November 2014 - 09:06

Hi been here five weeks and braved my first coffee morning last Thursday. Golf club location was lovely. Still quite lonely but having to wait in for things to be delivered doesn't help the socialising. Will be going again this Thursday. It's ok for the men they go off to work lots to do and people to talk to all day. But it is lonely in a flat in a place you don't know I can go all day with no one to talk to. Husband left today saying have fun, you have got to be joking!

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Latest post on 08 October 2014 - 23:17

We are about to rent a flat in shoreline and I'd love to meet other ladies who might live near by.

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Latest post on 01 October 2014 - 22:10

We have just viewed in the Al das building it looks lovely. How do people get transport off the palm we have one car and dh needs it to get to work.

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Latest post on 01 October 2014 - 09:19

Oh dear god this is bad news it's my very significant birthday tomorrow, so I've been here a week and not impressed not only am I away from my family but now my husband and I will not even have a glass of wine to toast in another decade. ?? extremely sad face. We are stuck I a hotel at present to. !!!

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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 19:29

thanks ladies its in the bags now. see you all soon i think we arrive in 25th so i will be looking out for a coffee morning

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Latest post on 26 August 2014 - 00:22

hi i am coming from the uk. i use Accuvue 2 weekly so thanks for the info, seems they will be cheaper from home.

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Latest post on 25 August 2014 - 22:06

I was wondering if it's cheaper to buy lenses in bulk here before I come or are they easy to get and cheap in dubai ?

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Latest post on 19 August 2014 - 01:22

Thanks for the tip re noise and construction. We def wouldn't like that. So shoreline is a better option for sure with all the facilities. Thanks for the advice. Anyone think the marina might be better ?

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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 03:10

Any views on what shoreline is like

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Latest post on 05 August 2014 - 13:04

hi we were thinking of HSBC because you can have free international transfers, is this not so? also do you know if we can open the account before we leave the uk?

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 16:01

thanks i will have a look at miller hay. yes boredom is the thing that concerns me most. I'm not one for endless coffee or shopping. so i think i will tire of gym and apartment very quickly. Especially if my husband works long hours.

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 15:39

ok so i guess temping is a possibility. i was a teacher at one time but recently retrained as a book keeper! i will be on my husbands visa i guess?

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 15:27

Wow 5 pets!! i will be leaving my lovely labrador with my son so she will be a happy dog but i will miss her dreadfully. did you get a job once out there as i have also thought about doing this as it will keep me busy. if so was it easy? JVT mmm not sure where that is? i will look it up. I'm hoping my husband won't work as long as he does here but i think that is a faint hope!

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 14:50

not easy but I'm sure we will have a good time. I am convincing myself we will!! where do you live? how long have you been out there?

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 14:02

thanks Geordie i feel I'm getting to know you well!

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 13:55

hi was wondering if making face time calls is reliable in Dubai, hoping to keep in touch with my kids via FaceTime and my first grandchild as i will miss them all so much.

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 13:36

always keen on air miles!!

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 13:17

thanks for that tip i agree even in the uk you get loads of £20's which is a pain when all you want is a stamp!!!

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 10:57

thanks geordie i am about to become a premier customer as we aren't with HSBC at all here. i think your right looks the best for transferring funds etc. i am a great one for online banking so hopefully will suit me fine.

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Latest post on 22 July 2014 - 02:09

Thank you that really answers the question HSBC it is ! For better or worse !

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Latest post on 20 July 2014 - 16:56

Wow quite a range of prices and thoughts. Seems I might end up thinner due to lack of wine.

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Latest post on 20 July 2014 - 14:19

Thank you. Golly is that 1000 dirhams for dinner out for one. ..? Seems horrendously expensive

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Latest post on 17 July 2014 - 12:22

Good for you give it a try because although you think you'll be tied your probably not going to want to leave baby for a while. Hard to imagine I know. The health benefits to you and baby far out weigh any tie and it's for such a short time. The confidence to do it is the most important thing believe you can and you will

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Latest post on 16 July 2014 - 14:22

personally i'd say breast feed so much easier especially when travelling, no bottles to make up and carry and always available. feeding a baby is very rewarding, and healthy for both of you.

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Latest post on 16 July 2014 - 14:19

hi bev bear you sound just like me. i am sitting here wondering what on earth i will do as i am so busy here. with a large house and garden to keep me busy as well as my own children who i see often. feel i should be doing something towards this move but not sure what! like you i am a sociable person. do you have a flat to move to already or are you like me looking at dubizzle. would be good to hear back from you

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Latest post on 14 July 2014 - 12:35

Anyone got any views on what life is like in the lofts ? Also which towers should I avoid downtown

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Latest post on 14 July 2014 - 00:26

In my calculation I guess approx range will be 1500 dhs. Is that for a month ?

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Latest post on 12 July 2014 - 02:17

I tend to use a lot of no7 protect and perfect products. Are these available ?

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Latest post on 11 July 2014 - 14:08

hi can anyone advise on how much the cost of running an apartment is likely to be? we want a two bed. are there any up front costs involved in this

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Latest post on 11 July 2014 - 12:23

Interesting re beauty products any help on which makes are hard to come by

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Latest post on 10 July 2014 - 21:25

thank you . will do regarding the documents we have already been told to get my marriage cert attested. regards medicines how do i find out the allowed ones? mind i doubt my blood pressure tabs are on any forbidden list!!

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Latest post on 10 July 2014 - 11:09

Thanks ladies most encouraging I will check Facebook etc and look for time out.

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Latest post on 09 July 2014 - 21:10

I certainly will if I find a company. I understand buying meds is easy in uae but is it expensive? I agree pre existing conditions is a pain especially as I have had it 20 yrs and it's not going away !

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Latest post on 09 July 2014 - 17:47

hi can any one advise on a good health care plan and how much it will cost. How do you cover monthly repeat prescriptions ? i am on several meds and will need these every month. husbands company doesn't cover spouses so need some help here

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Latest post on 09 July 2014 - 16:24

thanks geordie. well i don't play golf yet !!! certainly wouldn't be playing in the heat. we also plan on learning ballroom dancing! like you I'm not a mall walker, so that holds no attraction to me. was rathe hoping there would be expat clubs where you could meet people, any ideas? thanks

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Latest post on 09 July 2014 - 10:33

Hi we are also moving to dubai in sept. Personally I'm terrified I'm in my fifties no kids, they are all to be left in the uk! What do women do to fill their days I'm so worried I will be bored. We are thinking of living in the downtown area as husband will commute to sharjah, have been told that it's nicer for ladies in dubai ? Help please

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Latest post on 06 July 2014 - 03:42

We also would be interested in the real facts on this subject. We too are about to come out to dubai

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Latest post on 02 July 2014 - 20:50

Thanks folks no adult choir I am a member of rick choir here in uk and love it. Sounds like a gap in the market but I'm not a musician !

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Latest post on 02 July 2014 - 11:55

We are thinking of downtown area any clubs there ? Are they expensive ?

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Latest post on 02 July 2014 - 11:54

Oldtimer is right, the best option for a few months is serviced accommodation then you can decide where you want to be located rather than rushing into anything. If you end up renting unfurnished and don't want to spend time looking for furniture there are companies here that sell furniture packages that include everything you need in an apartment or villa down to the sofa, bed, shower curtain, TV and breadboard! I've used Art o Life Dubai http://www.aoldecor.com/ on a couple of occasions and they are great value, very easy to deal with and set everything up for you. Good luck! You talk of serviced apartments where can I find info on these ?

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