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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 09:34
Glad to see this is a question about a plant and not some guy who made you feel uncomfortable. ha ha ha :)
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 10:59
went to mauritius for my honeymoon in 1977,it was paradise. went back 2 years ago to the same place and wow it had changed, still really lovely but not so secluded and empty as it was sooooooooooo long ago. mauritius is a lovely place to visit, we've stayed twice in grand baie, latest time was at the merville beach hotel - grand baie ( its between a 3-4 start hotel ). we loved it. for us after living in dubai and experiencing summer sea temperatures here, the sea was too cold for us to swim. we loved revisiting curepipe, port louis, generally touring the island inland and coastal areas is lovely. we went to see the giant tortoises and the botanical gardens, saw gigantic water lily plants. its beautiful. if you go have a lovely time.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 10:52
hello everyone, i looked on the new clinic website in mirdiff that someone here on the forum said he had gone to but hes not on there, dr nicola and dr fell are there but cant find dr. bland.. does anyone know where hes working now, if hes still here even, many thanks.
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Latest post on 26 December 2012 - 18:29
what is the film -uk, europe, usa ?
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Latest post on 26 December 2012 - 17:36
we lived in ghaya residence which is walking distance to difc, its on S Z road but apartments at the back facing difc are the best. we had a cat and a small yorkie when we lived there and many other people had small pets. we lived there 2 years ago. give them a call. apartments are good size and have balconies for washing etc. we had a 3 bed and had a sep. laundry room as well. its near 21st century, the metro station, etc found this link online - as far as i know they still do appliances in with rent. http://www.dubai.cluttons.com/property/dubai-sheikh-zayed-road-residential-rental-apartments/szr-rm-001.aspx good luck
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Latest post on 26 December 2012 - 17:22
seasons greetings on boxing day, does anyone recommend wafi rooftop for new years eve. thank you and best wishes.
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Latest post on 22 December 2012 - 14:54
outlet mall burberry has bags for under 3k, priceless have nice bags too for under 3k - they had a nice jimmy choo bag that would be a lovely work bag, its leather, its red and roomy and very smart. but whether its still there or not ! the mall also has other very good outlets near the main doors opposite priceless. also diesel is there too. as well as carolina herrera.
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Latest post on 22 December 2012 - 09:04
Quoogle is your friend: http://www.fixya.com/support/t7628757-scan_macbook_air you are a gem, thank you :)
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Latest post on 22 December 2012 - 09:02
bobbi brown have great brushes as do mikyaji. both sell them individually and in differing kits.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 12:16
i want to make these how long can i store them for and is it best to freeze before cooking or after or can they stay in airtight container once cool. how long can i store them for, many thanks
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:29
hi lovely ladies am30 yrs now and i feel that my face looks older so idont know what to do :( any suggestions for good facials or lotions and how i can know if i had to use anti wrinkles now or not? what about BB cream did you hear about it before? i used to use the body shop but still have wide pores and my skin is not soft anymore i dont know why all the ladies n dubai looks fabulous and bright ;) reasonable cost - No. 7 serum and then top off with No. 7 day cream with sun block incorporated. their range has products for all ages.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:26
movenpik are delivering turkey 695 with lots of trimmings, the one near lamcy plaza. pullman deira city centre veg stuffed turkey delivered 595.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:22
a couple of people in dubai are offering gastric band hypnosis - maybe this as a first resort rather than straight into surgery. good luck
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:16
we have always enjoyed irish village christmas day, its very relaxing if the sun is shining otherwise it can be a bit chilly/breezy. depends what your expectations are. each time we have been its been very very busy, if you are happy with turkey and trimmings and baked gammon that you serve yourself to from stations inside then you wont go wrong for around 160 per adult. we havent ever been disappointed with the food here on christmas day. service can be hit and miss regarding drinks, but its usually packed and busy. u can always go to the bar yourself. its usually full of families, kids running around on the grass and bouncy castle and face painting - we love the relaxed atmosphere of turning up in long dress and sandals or shorts and tee shirts. santas not great but he turns up - the presents a bit rubbish and small but it is free but then likeablility depends on the child, our grand kids loved their ben ten musical present last year as they are quite young - some older kids around 12 poo pooed it but then you cant please everyone. there are lots of sweets inside where the kids can just help themselves ( and some adults do too ! :)) depends if you want posh or relaxed. where ever you decide to go merry christmas and hope you have a lovely day.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:06
Satwa has some fabric shops but naief would be better since you get better variety hmmmmm as a satwa resident and frequent visitor to naif, i would say they are on a par. naif can be a little cheaper. sawta is full of joy when you walk through it which wins for me! - DITTO this comment. i love walking around satwa. in fact i love old dubai around the creek too. you cant beat an abra ride or two or three.:)
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:04
we went the past 2 years with a group of friends and family with children and we had a lovely time relaxing outside in the sun whilst the kids had a lovely time on the bouncy castle, the grass and having faces painted. the food was fine, no complaints from any of us, turkey with trimmings and gammon. was fine. u serve yourself from food stations inside. you just have to queue for your drinks at the bar, unless you get service from the table. all in all we have enjoyed it. this year its around 160 per adult and not sure charge for kids. santa admitedly is not great but he does come and the gift is small but it is 'free!' each year its been sold out, not sure this year. where ever you go, merry christmas and have a great time.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 08:58
years ago disney usa was awesome,awesome, awesome. recently sky trail at mirdiff city centre scared the living daylights out of me but i did it out of a dare by my son, who also did it with me, i am in my 50's hes nearly 30, was funny once i finished hanging from the ceiling.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 08:52
pottery barn kids.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 08:50
al jaber tourist shops sell them Expensive :) saw them for sale in carrefour as well yesterday. might be cheaper, sorry didnt check price.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 08:47
they have fresh turkeys in carrefour central meat freezers at butchery section, they are stuffed, vac packed fresh turkeys and chickens, turkeys are about 150 dirhams each, sorry not sure of weight.
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 09:19
Tchibo at mirdiff city centre sell loads of german ski clothes for adults and kids, really really cheap. they are also at the outlet mall too. not sure of anywhere else . hope that helps, enjoy your holiday.
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 09:14
al jaber tourist shops sell them
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 09:12
daiso have lots of stuff for christmas- mugs, egg cups etc etc, starting from 9 dirhams. u will get a lot for 25 dirhams in there.
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 09:10
so boring, too long.
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Latest post on 17 December 2012 - 09:09
nothing to do with spinneys but when i lived in scotland i took my mum to stirling shopping and we went for tea in a little cafe i liked, mum wanted a choc eclair which has cream in it. girl behind counter said they came out of the freezer half hour ago. mum asked if they were still frozen, so girl behind counter poked her finger inside one and declared it to be ok. needless to say we just had tea - no cake! :)
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Latest post on 15 December 2012 - 12:08
look on dubizzle i got a new one on there for 700 dirhams.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:58
throwing in my tuppenceworth, i dont go out new years eve unless i am within walking distance from home as taxis in my experience have been horrendous unless you leave just after midnight you may just be lucky.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:54
I dont know where your mother lives but in most parts of the UK there is a place where you can go which demonstrates all the assistive aids elderly or disabled people might need. They can try out different things. It is usually staffed by occupational therapists. Get her to ask about this at the local health centre or ask her GP for a referral to an occupational therapist who will do a home visit and assess what might be useful. thank you so much, i am in dubai shes in uk and she doesnt know this info. i will note it down and email her this thanks so much again. very helpful.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:50
oh dear i do so feel for you. i experienced same when i lived in africa my friend left to go home to australia, one of the problems with a transcient society, i was so befeft i felt so utterly lost without her. i am not one to make friends easily as i am quite shy and tend to be a homebody, but i really know how you feel. i have no easy answer for you. it just takes time to come to terms with it. i cant say get back out there and make new friends because i didnt and then i had to go home to uk then here to dubai. i still havent found that one special friend/s and it gets harder for me as i get older. but that doesnt mean it will be the same for you. i wish you all the best in your quest for a new best friend and peace in your heart when your dear friend leaves.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:26
i subscribed it today and they said i will be receiving it on sunday. I was already having 6 months subscription left but they said i have to renew one more year (till 2014) to receive the book. @fairwater: while subscribing u have to tell them the book u want ah brill thanks jazz19
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:23
hallmark have a big selection usually.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:20
Dubai marine beach resort and spa has an ok Italian but it is right on the beach and has awesome views... That is what I was going to suggest - AMAZING! lovely location and view if you have table right overlooking sea, otherwise no view and the food is dreadful, went twice to see and both times truly awful food.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:05
they show all the entertainer books but dont actually specify which one you get, not that i saw in the advert yesterday.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 15:03
I just saw your response WG! You're right, of course. We've just had visitors for 3 weeks straight and I think the stress of being nice to each other all the time in front of guests got too much for us and we've been blowing off a bit of steam. FFx if its any use, le meridien al garhoud from 16th i think till 24th in lobby christmas carols by staff choir 7.15pm to 8pm. crowne plaza have a great staff choir each year from now ( double check this) till 24th, 6 - 7pm, upstairs top of escalator and santa comes too with a small gift for the kids and every year we have been small sandwiches and a piece of cake for everyone. we go every year, its so happy and jolly and adults and kids can join in the choir. we love it.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 13:30
argan oil for sale organic shop dubai mall, if organic shop is still open. its advertised 80 dirhams a bottle. it was for sale in carrefour a few weeks back amongst the oils around 80 aed also. i have dry frizzy hair which is highlighted, i use federik fekkai hair mask for coloured hair, it makes my hair really soft. <em>edited by fairwater on 10/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:06
vivaldi sheraton on the creek - old side of dubai. restaurant looks over the creek ask for window table. pizza place on the beach at jumeirah beach hotel. bussola mina seyahi segreto bice mare they all serve drinks <em>edited by fairwater on 10/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 17:27
thanks for the help, much appreciated.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 13:37
traiteur for friday brunch. ruth chris for fab juicy steak. meat co. at madinat for consistently good food. neos address hotel, for great drinks and very nice snacks with the most fab views down over the fountains at dubai mall rib room emirate towers. spectrum on one fairmont hotel bar at the top of burj al arab for drinks in an iconic building with some great views too. you can also eat here too, but we've normally just had drinks. outside bar at top of jum. beach hotel-overlooking burj al arab, then down to pizza restaurant on the beach.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 13:29
try dubai garden centre i saw some a few months ago. not sure if any still in there .
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 13:23
A scratch map for those who are avid travellers. http://www.scratchmap.co.uk/ (Cheaper to buy on amazon tho). wow what a great idea, i am getting one for myself.:)
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 13:03
dolce gusto and nespresso machines plus pods and holders. magazine subscriptions. rocket george pillow cases with nice sayings on them like today is going to be a great day. 5 way cashmere poncho. ladybird nest/house kit for the garden. burberry stuff from outlet mall and mr price - d and g bags/ notepad and cases burberry for uni student. electric soup maker, mini pie and cup cake makers, macaroon kits.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 09:27
where did you find out about jones the grocers turkey, i have looked on line and cant see anything - did you go into the store? thanks.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 09:17
we are on this insurance and apart from doctors appointments everything else has to have pre approval. i am waiting on blood test pre approval, my gp's surgery contact oman insurance for pre approval, then once approved i go in for b.t. and it goes straight to them for payment. why dont you see if you can go down this route. good luck with your surgery. <em>edited by fairwater on 07/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 12:50
does anyone have foolproof crunchy biscotti for christmas recipe that lasts for longer than a few days once cooked as i want to give as a gift, thank you.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 21:39
love white christmas - bing crosy, mariah carey - her album at christmas with - all i want for christmas is you and o holy night.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 09:24
dino live load of junk and waste of money.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:00
Thank you for all the help. much appreciated.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 13:24
For press enquiries, please email: [email protected] or visit the Press Centre. For other enquiries, please email: [email protected] Jumeirah Group Corporate Office Al Sufouh Road PO Box 73137 Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 3665000 T Fax: +971 4 3665001 You know sometimes you look and just dont see, thanks so much. appreciated that you took the time to get that for me.
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Latest post on 15 November 2012 - 17:26
kicking off the flip flops - come to mama high heels and off to west 14 :) chilling tomorrow then to rak for 2 days.
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Latest post on 11 November 2012 - 11:35
Was at the antique museum a couple of weeks ago but didn't see anything like that. Have definitely seen them in the Moroccan Pavillion at Global Village though. Not many, but a few... thanks for that info HM.
 
 
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