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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 16:08
hi michelle that is brilliant news.... i am sure that they will be able to find you and your family the perfect pet.... i am watching the dog whisperer for our two cocker spaniels.... they are not going to like there mum when I start implementing the new rules.... they are definately the pack leaders in our house at the moment!!! You just fall for the sad face everytime haha :-)
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 15:38
tbh, i would check with the labour department... is his company a dubai licenced company or a free zone.... the problem is that they have brought in the rule that you get an employment ban for 6 months if you have been on a companies visa for less than 2 years..... but, in the past i do know that a ban was not imposed depending on your profession and there was also the option to pay to have the ban lifted if they wanted to go elsewhere.... obviously, with this new ruling... i am not sure if there are any loopholes.... so, why not give them a call and see what they say.....
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 10:52
You do need to read your contract with the company, or, the employee policies as with our company, a doctors certificate is required for 3 or more days.... The labour law is 15 days sick pay based on full salary after completing the probationary period but that is about it, it is very vague on what it classes as being sick leave...... If your company does not have a policy in place that you are aware of... you could question the deductions......
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 09:32
I would second IKEA and you also have Home Centre and Homes R Us.... also, there is a cash convertors place on Shk Zayed Rd that sells second hand furniture.... I have not been there but it may be worth a look....
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 15:40
thank you for the reply.... i may give them a call then and see if they have what i need before heading down there... :-)
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 15:35
hi there... congrats for the big day :-) a friend of mine used hot shots dubai dot com for their wedding and also a few other friends have used her for photography and i think she is fairly reasonable in price.... her name is charlotte... maybe worth a call.... :-)
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 14:36
hi there.... i was wondering if you could help me with some information on shop and ship.... i am looking for dog beds and u can get them in the UK and the USA that i am after but the courier is looking to charge AED 1000..... Is this shop and ship a cheaper form of shipping items over here...? Many thanks :-)
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 14:12
hi there i am sure that there are many different opinions but my OH has been in construction over here for the last 4 years and since the bubble bursting so to speak... he has not seen much of an improvement... still being paid late... still having to take unpaid leave due to cashflow problems due to the bigger companies not paying so I would say it is still a very unstable area..... however, many people in this industry are moving on to qatar as that seems to be where the jobs are being created.... but, if you have your heart set on being in the uae, i would seriously consider applying from over there and getting an offer before venturing back.... but, it really depends on what you are looking for :-)
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 08:33
It may be worth calling the courier companies as I know Fedex and DHL do a 24 hour delivery service between here and the UK and they even do an express one but the price does go up.....
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 09:13
Hi Michelle We have two cocker spaniel doggies that are still young and they are so affectionate but with most puppies, particularly the spaniels, they are very energetic and do require a lot of walking, training and playing which may not be the best way to introduce you to having a dog.... unless you have experience with dogs, a puppy can put a lot of people off due to the extra work that is required.... It is rewarding but still a lot of work.... There are many organisations here who are always looking for foster homes for slightly older dogs who have already had basic training and who are good with kids and cats etc etc..... this may be worth considering and will also help you and your family bring a dog into your home on a temporary basis which could become permanent.... HTH
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 10:45
hi margot.... my OH called and the price is AED 2500.... a bit too expensive for us so think we will find out how much it is to be made......
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 10:39
the website is my party centre dot com and it does mention bubbles so maybe worth giving them a call.....
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 10:35
oh.... i just thought of another place... what about the party shop that is close to the Irish Village... I am sure AFTER my wedding... i saw them in there.... I ordered mine from ebay and brought them over but some of the party shops may do them and they do have a wedding section in that one.....
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 09:49
there is a website called the Bride Side Of Life dot com which is in Dubai and they do wedding bubbles in the shape of a wedding cake along with a lot of other favors etc.... you could maybe contact them......
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 09:03
hi margot.... please let me know if you find out anything..... thanks
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 14:57
Swarkorski do some nice jewellery pieces that fit in with the budget..... What about a nice jewellery box...... or, a spa voucher..... Will keep having a think..... <em>edited by dubai1990 on 12/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 12:25
hi margot we are also looking for the wooden picnic table for our house but have not had much luck yet.... we did look at Ace but they had nothing and we also went over to dragon mart but the majority of their furniture is the rattan so no joy so far.... we are considering maybe finding a carpenter and getting a price to see how much it would cost to have one made..... if you find any, please let me know and i will continue to search......
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 12:22
Same here but would definately recommend them to look on a few of the recruitment sites.... Kershaw Leonard BAC Middle East Total Jobs I have also done a search and there is one called In Retail Consultants.... which may be more suitable.....
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 15:09
copied them for you.... JLT JBR The Gardens Tecom Discovery Gardens The Greens Dubai Media City Dubai Marina Dubai Internet City Spring and Meadows Knowledge Village Palm Jumeirah
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 15:08
i had a look on their website and yes it does say delivery to certain areas.... where are you looking for....
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Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 14:07
thats great... we are in the next cluster so it is in walking distance... i have just emailed my colleagues as park n shop is usually the place we end up getting salad's from :-)
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 11:26
yes... unfortnately, during eid... all of the hotels put their prices up as they usually get a lot of GCC visitors.... we have stayed in the rotana in fujeirah and it is very nice... the cove one in RAK is also nice but tends to be a little bit more expensive....i think the best thing is to shop around and also some of the travel agents do offers for eid so maybe have a look at a few websites.....
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 09:16
hi.... when you did your visa/labour card with them... you would have signed 3 copies of the labour contract english/arabic.... one is for the labour department, one is for your company and one is for you so it may be a case that the company has your copy.... it will mention whether it is limited or unlimited.... in regards to unlimited and limited, this is also tricky although i found this out a while back so not sure if the laws have changed.... if you leave on a limited contract before it expires... the company can ask for compensation and vice versa if a company gets rid of you under the same contract for a reason that is not stated in the labour law.... an unlimited contract is more flexible and therefore no compensation is requested from either party.... for gratuity... depending on how long you are there will depend on how much gratuity you get although i would advise having this information properly checked... if you work there more than 1 yr and less than 3, you are entitled to a third of your salary for each year... 3-5 years is 2/3's and more than 5 years is the full 30 days.... this is if you leave.... if the company gets rid of you, i think they have to pay 21 days per year upto 5 years and then 30 days afterwards.... I do not think an unlimited/limited contract is affected by this..... but, the new ruling whereby you have to complete 2 years with a company or you could face a 6 month employment ban is now in effect so you would need to check this out also..... it is possible to check the internet for a copy of the UAE Labour Law so maybe worth having a general read through and I am sure the labour office will be helpful if you gave them a call....... hope this helps.....
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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 11:59
hi there.... my friend also had the depo injection at the gmc and i also do not think it was covered by the insurance.... i have just text her and will try and find out how much she paid.... i know that it lasts for 3 months.....
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 15:05
i have tried to have a look on the internet but could not find anything.... the only thing that I could suggest is that you try the Sandy Beach Hotel as they have chalets as opposed to hotel rooms so it may be worth a call.....
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 11:28
i think it also depends on the type of employment contract that you have.... if it is a limited contract and they want to terminate without any valid reason before the contract expires, you can then question the compensation clause up to 3 months 1/2 salary i think.... it has been a while since i was in that position.... but not sure if that is the same case for an unlimited contract.....best to check your UAE employment contract and check what your terms are as the labour department usually follows what is on the government contract as opposed to a company based one for the main issues.....
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 11:22
hi sue... just had a look at the website.... i am planning on getting the actual shower head and the filter gets put into that from the Blu kiosk... I am sure that they both do the same thing though :-)
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 11:20
i have put my name down for them to call me when they have stock at the ibn battuta stall.... they thought that they may get them in this weekend so as soon as I hear something I will let you know.... I am not sure about the Pure Blue one.... maybe it could be worth looking at both to see which one you think will be better :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 20:21
i know @home is in mall of the emirates... marina mall and ibn battuta... not sure about further in dubai but would imagine so..... :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 20:17
from posts that i have read on here... i think they reckon every 2-3 months but suppose it just depends.... i am going to get one to help with my ever increasing hair loss..... fingers crossed!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 20:17
from posts that i have read on here... i think they reckon every 2-3 months but suppose it just depends.... i am going to get one to help with my ever increasing hair loss..... fingers crossed!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 20:11
thanks for your replies.... we have spoken about it and he is going to do a training course here for a week to get another certificate under his belt and then will start posting out the CV.... we will definately look at qatar... will have to start googling for qatar recruitment companies :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 15:35
hi polly... he is a project manager for the construction over here.... i know that working on a temporary basis is not really the done thing but i am sure his company would gladly give an noc for temporary work as they cannot afford to pay him at present.....
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 15:20
Hi Everyone Well..... my husband has had the unfortunate news of telling me that his company have put him on unpaid leave for 2 months as they are just not getting the money in to be able to pay the staff.... if anyone knows of any temporary work in the construction industry, this would be great as I am sure everyone over here knows... living in dubai without a salary is not always the easiest of things to do..... Or, if anyone has any suggestions, I am all ears :-) Thanks :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 14:38
hi there.... i did a visa run at the beginning of the year when they had all the new border checks and did not have any problems.... you just show them your passports on the first 2 checks and then at the 3rd check you need to get out of the car at the portacabin and have your passport stamped out.... no charge and then at the check after that they will check the boot of your car and hand you a piece of paper..... you can then drive through to oman and park outside the border building and go in and get your oman visa which is AED 200 each... not sure if there is discount for kids...???? also, give them your piece of paper and they will stamp that also.... then, you just drive back and stop at the portacabin to get your entry stamp... they have never asked me any questions and i have done it many times......
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 14:31
Hi Everyone After reading everyone's positive comments about the Blu Shower Head.... I have decided to get one.... however, the Ibn Battuta have sold out but are planning to get one in a couple of days and will give me a call when the new stock arrives, but, for those who already have one, they are doin an offer on the filters at the moment.... for a pack of 3 it is AED 139 but they are offering 6 for AED199.... so a saving of over 50%..... she has put some aside for me for when the new shower head arrives :-)
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 09:06
well i went to the pharmacy today and mentioned that the steroid creams are not really any good so am now trying a cream with borage in it which is supposed to help..... so, i will let you know how it goes... he did say that it should clear up after a couple of weeks by rubbing the cream on day and night but to carry on using it for a couple of months...... i googled it and they also recommend taking it in tablet form also but will see how i go with the cream first....
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 08:51
Hi Have you tried Home Centre.... @Home.... Debenhams sometimes have a couple in.... I am not sure if Marks and Spencers or Matalan do any.... Also dragon mart do quite a good selection... Hope this helps
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 16:28
yes, the food is a mixture of everything from curries to pasta to asian and also vegetarian dishes....
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 16:28
another thing to do is to take it to the gold and diamond park and they will give you a price on it....
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 16:20
hi.... we are not in the jumeirah area but we are in al sufouh near dubai college on a compound there.... it has security and 100 villa's all made up of 3 and 4 bedrooms and there is a waiting list.... all of the villas have a back garden and the front gardens are maintained by the compound.... the compound has a swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts etc etc and also a bar and is very family friendly.... the company that runs it is al kawakeb property management and they do a very good job.... I have lived in dubai for many years and i must admit that this has been my best move so far, but, it really does depend on what you are looking for... amenities, area, size, budget etc etc...... i just thought that i would mention them as they do not tend to get advertised on dubizzle very much as they are usually quite popular.... also, i think the company may have some compounds in the area that you are looking for so maybe worth a call just to check.... i remember arenco used to have compound villas in al sufouh so they may also be worth a call.....
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 16:07
i agree.... fibber magees are good and they are reasonable on price also :-)
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 14:19
thats brilliant... i had been hearing stories of it taking 10 weeks.... i will def think about getting it done now :-)
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 13:42
hi... can i ask when you sent the application off as need to change my name in the passport but do not want to send all the original docs and passport if it takes a long while.....
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 13:40
hi there.... it can be very difficult to buy for a man even when u do know them so i can see your dilemma..... what about a book on the uae, they have quite a good selection.... maybe have something engraved.... swarovski ornament... i know its not really a man thing but would look nice in the house..... erm.... a nice tie if he wears them a lot..... or how about a gift voucher for an evening meal for his wife and him..... will keep trying to think....
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Latest post on 02 September 2012 - 10:27
once you have given notice, if it is for immediate effect, they usually disconnect the next day and then the final bill is ready within 2 working days for payment and collection of the security deposit.... or, you can advise them of what day you would like it to be disconnected..... if you go on there website under customer service, it will tell you what paperwork you need to cancel and also how to get your deposit back :-) for your new place, you will need to apply for a new connection with desposit, passport copy etc etc and the form can also be downloaded from their website and it is usually connected within 24 hours.... hope this info helps :-)
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Latest post on 30 August 2012 - 11:49
yes, you are entitled to maternity pay after your first year of employment has completed, but, this is only applicable if you intend to return back to the company after your maternity leave...... in which case, the company is required to pay your maternity leave. i do not think, but you would have to check it legally that a company is obligated to pay for maternity leave if you plan to leave your job before you are due.... however, I would get this checked.
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 15:26
al kawakeb property management have sky tower and a couple of other towers along shk zayed road that they are renting out.... they are even offering deals of take 12 months, get 2 months free.... it could be worth a call.... i live in one of their managed compounds and they are brilliant for maintenance etc etc and if you go through them, you do not pay agency commision as they are a property management company......
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 15:23
I know that Animal Action are in need of second hand books to sell to pay for the vet bills for all of the dogs and cats that they have found and are trying to find homes for...
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 08:46
hi roysie.... zoco is right.... if u get onto the emirates road heading to sharjah and then take the al ain exit towards dubai and follow the signs to al wasl... al safa it will bring you accross so that you reach shk zayed road where the pepsi cola factory is and then you can come off the slip road to emirates college.... there may be less traffic this way rather than coming through al quoz as you will hit the morning traffic.... hope this helps.....
 
 
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