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Latest post on 03 June 2014 - 13:56
I live in Doha, but will be in Dubai for the weekend. The choices (and prices) are far superior in Dubai!
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Latest post on 02 June 2014 - 17:40
Hello all. Need to get some Eid shopping done, and was wondering where to go for unstiched Pakistani suits - both fancy and for everyday wear. Any specific stores in Dubai/Sharjah which sell brand names such as Sana Safinaz, Gul Ahmed, LSM etc? Thanks
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Latest post on 16 January 2014 - 13:21
Both my daughter and I donate to an organization called 'Locks of Love', You can get more details from their web site: http://www.locksoflove.org/. Not sure which salon can help you here though.
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Latest post on 07 January 2014 - 23:16
Anyone seen soap making supplies here - lye, aromatic oils etc? Thanks.
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Latest post on 02 January 2014 - 18:43
JoyceB I am Muslim and am not at all appalled by this. We all make mistakes, and the best among us are the ones who learn from our mistakes and vow never to repeat them. Think of this as a learning experience, and don't beat yourself up. You are very fortunate to have a husband who is so kind and understanding, and in a short amount of time this will be history.
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Latest post on 24 September 2013 - 23:37
Was wondering if this lady is still available, and if anyone has her number. Tx
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Latest post on 14 July 2013 - 12:35
Alee please email me and I will try to connect you with someone I know. <em>edited by fhasnat on 17/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 15:56
Does anyone know what happened to the "antique" furniture store called Darriche? Calls to the numbers fail.
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 14:32
Al Rawnaq in the souq area has a decent supply of crafting/sewing supplies.
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 14:27
Where can I find the regular kind, not the quick cooking. Organic/non both fine. Thanks
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Latest post on 10 April 2013 - 12:15
I was there as well, working my way through college in the city, I finally got home at 2 am, due to the kindness of a stranger. Yes it was devastating, something which bay area residents remembered for years.
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Latest post on 10 April 2013 - 07:40
RachelA were you in SF when the 89 quake hit?
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 13:31
Looking for recommendations for a good, reasonably priced massage place for men. Thanks
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 13:26
You're welcome RachelA. Btw if you're looking for expensive material, Souq Al Diera has a wide variety. Souk Al Asiery next to it is good for cotton and other less expensive fabrics.
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 12:32
Yes. The official closing time is 1-4 pm, but many of the stores start closing early 12-12:30ish.
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Latest post on 06 February 2013 - 12:56
My 2 cents: I have children in both Primary and Secondary schools at QA, and am extremely satisfied not only with the quality of education, but also with the general culture of the school. They offer the IB program, along with PYP and MYP. In regards to Qatarization, only the Primary school is going through this, and am told is temporary. ESL is also not a problem, all children are required to have a good command over English when they enter. As far as the Secondary school is concerned, I know several students who were accepted into Ivy League colleges upon graduation - which speaks for itself. I agree with RachelA, both ASD and QA are excellent schools. QA is more affordable if your company does not provide 100% tuition.
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Latest post on 17 January 2013 - 11:20
Have you tried the Philippines embassy?
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 18:39
Welcome! <em>edited by fhasnat on 12/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 16:26
Almost all of the traditional beauty salons here offer henna services. Prices are also reasonable.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 12:22
There are several agencies in Souk Ali, located opposite the immigration office. I know a few people who got their maids through them, and are satisfied.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 18:14
Raahatd can you please send me an email. Just would like some more info and don't want to clutter up the EW forum. Thanks! <em>edited by fhasnat on 09/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 10:39
I did get a reply, so I plan to come to next Saturdays meeting. I am assuming it will be at the same time, same place?
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 09:49
Thank you for your replies. I have sent a few emails to that address, but have not yet received a reply. Raahatd, could you please mention my name to the pack leader. I am very interested for my son to join. He is 8 years old and a 3rd grade student at QA. <em>edited by fhasnat on 06/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 20:20
Does anyone have a contact # or email for the local boy/cub scouts? The info posted on this web site is incorrect. Thanks
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:37
I usually use one of the cheap pillows. You can find them in places like Rownaq for about QR 7 apiece.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:00
Qatar Academy has both PYP & MYP, but getting accepted there is like finding the holy grail. The British School & Gulf English School also have recently started to offer IB.
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 09:36
They can be renewed online: http://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/services/renewhealthcard QR 100 per person per year. No need for new cards, the old ones will still work.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 09:23
Thanks for you replies. No, this is not for a dog, or any other pet. KMT, LOL, you have certainly given me ideas... ;)
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Latest post on 14 February 2012 - 17:33
Thanks xptmmm, you have mail.
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 12:50
There are a few in Electricity St., near the Sofitel hotel.
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Latest post on 30 January 2012 - 10:28
Bubbles you can send me an email. <em>edited by fhasnat on 31/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 17:14
Hi everyone, We are a writing group, meeting once a month during the mornings to go over our manuscripts and critique one others work. One of our members was offered a full time job, so unfortunately she had to leave. We are looking for another aspiring writer to join us. Please let me know if you are interested and the time suits you. <em>edited by fhasnat on 23/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 January 2012 - 17:04
Nas08 could you please send me more info (days, times etc) on the course you took? I have a few people interested. Thanks. <em>edited by fhasnat on 20/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 17:51
I have purchased similar furniture from Souk Haraj in the Najma area recently. Its a bunch of shops selling basically everything in a large courtyard. Here are the directions to it. Sorry if it's dicy, got it from Qatar Living: Souk Haraj Najma: Ok when you go down C ring road towards the airport. At the traffic light just before Gulf Cinema, turn left. Go straight at the rdbt, at the traffic light turn right. Now you are in Najma area. There are a lot of cheap furniture shops there. But you want to go to Souq Haraj. So after you have turned right at the light, turn left at the first or second street (sorry am not to sure on this) This is a small street and then after about 50 meters you will see gates on your right. Go in there. This is souq Haraj. Drive/walk around and look if you see anything. Best is to go in the morning. It gets pretty crowded. Also go in daylight as lighting is not too good. http://www.qatarliving.com/node/135324#ixzz1aL0kYQ6p
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 17:45
Amy77 you have mail.
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Latest post on 02 December 2011 - 19:44
You can renew it online through www.hukoomi.qa. Payment is QR100 per person per year.
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Latest post on 16 November 2011 - 13:37
The Gharaffa health center is the one closest to EC. You need to go there and get the application forms. If you are on Al Luqta st and QF is on your left hand side, go right at the next roundabout. EC housing will be on your left hand side. Go straight on this road past the Al Meera grocery store. The health center will be on your left hand side, right at the roundabout. After you get the forms, you need to take them, along with all other documents, pictures etc, to the health center in Madina Khalifa - close to immigration r/a to obtain your health cards. There is a separate window for women, and service is efficient.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 17:19
Please send me an email, and lets get the ball rolling! <em>edited by fhasnat on 27/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 16:41
Does anyone know if there are any active writers groups? If not, would anyone be interested in starting one?
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 16:39
My 7 year old recently attended a party at Gympanzee in Villagio, and was quite happy! Don't know of any outside venues though.
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Latest post on 13 September 2011 - 10:11
You should surrender her passport to the police station at the holding jail, which is on Salwa Rd, past the industrial area, on the way to the Saudi border. From then on she is their responsibility. The police are very efficient in such cases. When they find her she will be held there until either you pay for her deportation (ie plane ticket), or they will keep her until whenever. Once she is deported you can apply for another maid. This is not uncommon. When I first came here, my sympathies were always with the maids, but now I know better. There are many maids who are wonderful and come here to better their lives, yet there are others who leave much to be desired.
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Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 18:49
I know these are scarce, but can anyone recommend a compound with a larger than average outdoor maids room? A friend of mine has 2 maids. Location is not terribly important. Thanks.
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Latest post on 20 June 2011 - 16:33
There is no equivalent of Ravi's here, which is mainly a Pakistani restaurant. The only decent Pakistani here is Shezan - opposite Al Ahli hospital. Their grilled items are great, but I wont recommend their buffet.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 18:02
He is about average, besides, I live in Gharraffa so its a long distance from Ramada.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 14:55
Update - the cat has been taken by a nice family with children. A word of advice for others who may have a pet to re home in the future. This is something that I found out through this process, of which I was naively unaware of. I had posted this on other web sites, and I received a tremendous response, mainly from men. I started to get suspicious and ask them why they want this cat. They tried to convince me they just wanted a pet, but one eventually blurted out he wanted it for breeding. From then on I told everyone the cat has been neutered. Sadly it seems pet mills are quite rampant here, specially for the most 'desirable' animals.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 14:32
Any recommendations for a male GP?
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Latest post on 04 May 2011 - 13:47
Yes, both the fried fish and shrimp are excellent. I believe you have to purchase the fries/chips separately.
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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 11:23
Fuddruckers is also a good place.
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 09:25
You can find it in Lulu in the personal grooming section (don't know why). Its called boric acid powder, just ask one of the workers for its exact location.
 
 
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