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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 10:04
Well put Madge Gustard. Another bubble waiting to happen but hopefully people will have learnt from the last few years. People have short-term memories and are carried away by media hype.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 21:18
Unfortunately the golf section at Sports Direct at Outlet Mall has moved to Golf House on SZR! I also heard Decathalon at Festival City next door to Ace was pretty good. Can you wait for the sales?
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 21:15
I've just booked my parents with Staysure. www.staysure.co.uk. They also do coverage for expats. They were on the recommended list of insurers for over 65s from an article in the Telegraph. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/columnists/nicktrend/8505286/Travel-advice-the-best-travel-insurance-for-over-65s.html
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 21:03
I lived there for over 10 years before coming here and absolutely loved it then as I was married no kids but there may be a chance that we have to go back in the near future. I'm personally not looking fwd to it compared to Dubai (great place to bring up kids, relatively safe, help on hand, great expat lifestyle, lots of space, etc). Going back for me would mean downsizing in living standards from villa to flat, eyewatering rents, competition for school places, terrible pollution, frenetic energy and so many people everywhere! I'll be going back w/ family and pets in tow so I would probably choose to live somewhere like Discovery Bay where it is a bit more chilled and animal friendly and away from the buzz of it all. Summers in both HK and Dubai suck but at least in HK you get the four seasons and that is lovely. Plus side is you can go hiking every weekend as over 50% of HK is countryside, efficient, good public transport and generally safe.
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Latest post on 14 November 2012 - 17:14
I read in 7 days a few weeks back that The Address Marina has a disco/funk night. I thought I'd try it sometime as it is my era.
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 16:18
I have the one you can get at Tavola. It is a small one and you can steam veggies on top as well. Cuisinart.
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Latest post on 11 November 2012 - 17:45
I went last night, great fun! Took a box of multi colour maccaroons and wore a salwa (?) - tunic top, baggy trousers and scarf set which I purchased in Satwa for AED125!
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 21:19
Nearest one I can think of is the one behind the Union Co-op and large Choithrams near Safa Park.
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 19:22
I loved ceroc and did it many years ago. There were classes a few years back. It not sure if they still exist. Have you look in Time Out?
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Latest post on 01 November 2012 - 12:07
I attended one of the Indian spice and aroma courses and it was informative, good fun and the food was delicious! Unfortunately the venue at her house is in Al Barsha 2 is hard to find and even harder to get out! AED150 per lesson.
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Latest post on 01 November 2012 - 12:04
Our kitchen was fitted by Oliver Göettling at Goetting design. 04 - 885 2125 / 050 260 3220. Email: og@goettling-uae. He also recently finished my friend's place in GC. Holadxb that price sounds about right if you want decent finish and appliances. Oliver can tailormake if you have a budget in mind. My friend has an Ikea kitchen and hers looks good in her Lakes house but they are not so good on the details and final finish.
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Latest post on 01 November 2012 - 11:55
Eat less, exercise more anyone?
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Latest post on 29 October 2012 - 11:44
Depends who it is. If it is mum and dad I pay for everything, if it is friends I pay for the first night dinner out, the odd lunch/coffee and leave them to it. I give them my entertainer book to use as well. Luckily I have friends and family who are good guests as they reciprocate in other ways and don't eat me out of house and home.
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Latest post on 22 October 2012 - 13:33
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20121019-will-we-ever-get-rid-of-bed-bugs in today's news
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Latest post on 22 October 2012 - 13:18
This smells fishy. Throw the ball into your maid's court and ask her how she expects to compensate for the visa cost. Does her new employer to be know that she was still under contract? You could tell her that her new employer could compensate you for the visa cost if they are desperate to employ her. If her new employer to be knows that the contract hasn't been fulfilled then surely they would not pursue it? In any event, whether it is Romania or something else, sounds like she wants to leave and you will have to come to some arrangement with her to recoup your cost. Working it off over the coming months sounds like a viable option.
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Latest post on 22 October 2012 - 13:01
Cool will go have a look!
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 17:29
Are you sure Loube? I am in Springs area. Tks! Jamannas at mailme dot ae.
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 17:08
Hi anyone seen any? Used to be able to get them in Spinneys but not seen them in a while. My hair is drying out big time!
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 17:02
My 5.5 yr old DD uses the 'don't like the toothpaste' excuse because she doesn't want to brush her teeth. Last week she loved Sensodyne's kids toothpaste in mild mint so I went and bought 2 extras and now she says she hates it. Can't win.
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 16:50
Email beautifulskinindubai @ gmail.com for more info.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 18:09
I buy mine from the little Choithrams next to Lakes Club. There is also post box outside. if you want to send anything registered then nearest is Al Barsha PO. I used to go to Ibn Battuta, they used to have a photocopy shop but don't think it reopened.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 18:04
This made me laugh though.... “If this is the case, I’ll have to sack him. My maid won’t clean the car so going to the petrol station for a car wash is the only option that I have,” complained a Emaar resident.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 19:32
My friend had it done for both eyes and is v happy. Dr Bhatia 04 334 4223. His clinic s next door to Lamcy Plaza and think he does surgery at Medcare. He is now my eye doc for my glaucoma although he is a cataract specialist. V thorough.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 13:51
You need to keep bugging them constantly so they'll be so sick of you they'll do anything to get you off their case! Case and point w/ the same bank, I deposited a cheque via ATM machine and when I checked my account a few days later, noticed that the deposited amount was AED100 less. They had taken it out for 'charges'. WTF? It was an AED cheque in my name! After constantly bugging them by phone and email I noticed that it was refunded. And not one word or email or apology. Tut. Hilsbils - threaten them with going to the newspapers? I had the same thing happen to me in the UK with N-W and luckily I printed off the receipt to show the amount and they reconciled the amount at the end of the day so nothing was withdrawn from my account. It should be very straightforward. Good luck.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 13:35
me too. phew, I thought I had a virus or something.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 12:58
I've noticed columns of boxes outside Lulu supermarket in the car park in Al Barsha. Does that help?
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 17:40
Don't worry Sanddy-dogg, I am a total pedant too. If it is wrong it needs to be corrected and I don't care who sees it.
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 17:35
Is not the property registered with RERA? Surely between RERA and Emaar they have the LL's contact details to CALL him or threaten that he will not be able to rent/sell his property until his service charges are paid? What about the Real Estate agent? Who was he talking to?
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 17:22
I've noticed that it has got really bad since we all got back this summer. It's the volume of traffic and it is so stressful. And alot of drivers just seem to be driving faster, closer, weaving, drifting, no manners, etc. etc. and I am using the horn more frequently. This is like pre-2008. Horrible. Any clues as to why this is? The recession ain't over!
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 20:08
I bought a new set of ladies Callaways from Golf House on SZR during the sale in the summer. definitely worth a look in there as they have the best selection. You can also try them out. They will usually have discounts on older models.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 20:17
MAB did a good job on ours. Call Mr Raju 0566041136 for a quote.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 17:01
Thanks for your replies ladies. I'll look into rentacrib and do some more research. I'll start compiling a list of places myself and when it has been tried and tested I'll post it up on here for future reference.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:52
What goes round, comes around. Go with your conscience, it is never wrong.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:48
I've tagged onto an older thread as I've got my parents visiting for the whole of December. (thanks for the ideas below ladies). My dad had a stroke 18 months ago and needs to use a zimmer frame with the little wheels which he will bring with him from the UK but he will also need a wheelchair as he can't walk more than 5 minutes. Does anyone know where I can hire a wheelchair here for a whole month? Is there a guidebook of sorts for disabled people in Dubai eg. best malls or restaurants with ramps (!), parking, etc? I'll enquire at the RTA to see if I can get a temporary sticker for my car but it sounds like it is more trouble than it is worth. Has anyone used the Mahaba service (?) at the airport? Or should I just contact the airline and get them to help with wheelchair assistance free of charge? Any tips appreciated! Thanks! TIA
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 15:33
Thanks ladies. Just found this on the DNRD website. It says if you extend you can do it for a whole month PLUS the 10 days grace period. So I don't understand why there is a fine as it states that there is a grace period. Or are they saying that you only get the grace period after 60 days (the one month extension) and not 30 days? Fees: 1- (620) AED extending fees, as follows: (500) AED entry extension fees within the state for one month. (100) AED local fees. (10) AED knowledge fees. (10) AED services fees. (40) AED health insurance. Additional Info: 1- validity of entry permit (30 days) from the entry date extendable for one time and for the same period (30 days) 2- the holder of permit entry shall be granted a period of (10 days) for extension and departure and in case of delay for more than the days of the determined period, the fine shall be paid for number of days of the period.[/u'> · Total period as of the entry date to the end of the extension period (70 days) I'm confused!
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 17:23
Front cover of Time Out this week is about clothes alterations
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Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 17:44
Thanks puffinlunde, that is v interesting as I get intermittent tinnitus. I'll get checked out.
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Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 17:24
I have been having the same issue in the last few months as well. When DD is watching someone on iPad or DVD I have to keep telling her to turn it down. Goodness knows why they need it so loud. It is the high pitched noises from children's programmes and squeaky cartoon sounds that are like fingernails on blackboard to me. Often when I am in coffee shops or restaurants The music seems always too loud and I can't hear myself think, have a conversation with someone without it interfering or enjoy a quiet coffee. I find it hard to blank out. I have resorted to shutting myself in another room or giving my DD earphones to watch her iPad and not going to coffee shops that have loud, usually unsuitable music.
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Latest post on 23 September 2012 - 10:15
Think Mina Seyahi are doing one this year.
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Latest post on 23 September 2012 - 10:12
I've had Sumo Sushi a couple of times, they were great. We had chef and waiter to make to order which our guests loved and provide all cutlery and napkins so no washing up! A friend said Australian company called Dish Caterers were good.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 16:18
how did it get there? someone must have taken her surely? (loved the comments at the bottom!)
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 19:49
Thanks ladies - flyingfinn - I've heard a rumour that the old staff at Kisaku are opening at Raffles but wasn't sure, if it is the same chef, then I'm very happy!
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 19:48
Okay I'll try it that way. Thanks!
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 17:39
We have had ours with Chartis in the past.
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 17:35
You could email Emaar and ask them what to suggest or speak to the security at your gate although you probably won't get a solution from them.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 20:51
I do what dramagn does, figure out the 'cost per wear' that I would get out of something. Question I always ask myself when I'm in a shop and considering a purchase is 'do I NEED it?" Usually the answer is no unless I come over all tingly then I walk away and if I keep thinking about it then I'll justify getting it! Sunglasses I'll pay for, face creams and make up I buy across the price range, shoes and clothes I buy quality/classic over quantity. If I want designer, I go to Outlet Mall or wait until Boutiques go on sale, and never buy the full price. And remember "Buy Cheap, buy twice".
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 20:51
Dr Michaela at Jumeirah Vet Clinic on Beach Road. Been with her for years.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 09:15
Yes, worth doing.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 09:14
I took a bunch in couple of weeks ago and only got 20 dh back for a few books. Rest I didn't want they said they would donate to charity. They had quite a few new titles on their shelves so worth going there first before going to Magrudy's or Kino'. They also take kids' books.
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Latest post on 02 September 2012 - 09:45
Yes it is good and convenient location. However, I find the prices seems to be somewhat higher than their competitors. Personally I prefer The Cure in Media City.
 
 
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