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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 10:51
labour ban applies also to woman on husband sponsor ship according to that article http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/employment/six-month-work-ban-applies-evenly-to-men-and-women-1.1071595
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Latest post on 05 June 2013 - 18:07
Red Diamond Building is opposite to the Y Cluster, there is an Carrefour Express in it and a new gym, pharmacy and Medical Center.
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 22:58
We will travel in May to visits my family in law. All it all i would say its safe as long as you are in a group and not on your own (without guide). In general Giza is not my preferred place to stay in Cairo as there are a lot of night clubs and strange persons around, in the 5 Star Hotels around the pyramids you will be ok. Personally i wouldn't travel to Sharm el Sheikh as the moment, specially after 2 tourist got kidnapped from Bedouins within 6 months. After sunset tourist buses aren't allowed to travel between the towns (Taba/Dahab/Sharm) - secruity reasons. Instead i would go to El Gouna or Luxor. I used to live in Cairo, speak Arabic and love Cairo but at the moment Egypt wouldn't be my preference.
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Latest post on 24 April 2013 - 20:11
In my previous company (non-freezone) is was normal that you had to pay for your spouse/children visa. Even the PRO weren't allowed to make the paperwork for you.
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 15:11
Great - thanks. i haven't thought to go to Media City to skip the traffic at the construction site.
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 14:49
Thanks Sarahlou We will leave SZR Road (coming from AUH) near to JLT, Exit AUD - Media City. I'm sure if we will stuck in the heavy traffic as there still might be traffic to JBR and out of Media City.
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 13:37
Hi, we have an invitation today evening, 7 pm at the Westin Hotel. How will be the traffic at that time in the area? I heard so many stories of terrible traffic due to the construction and i dont want to be late at the hotel. TIA
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 10:32
Anders Legal Consultancy there is a German Lawyer in RAK but i can't remember his name. Anyhow the German Chamber of Commerce is very helpfull and i would simple give the a call to get the details of all German Lawyers in Dubai.
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 09:42
We have been with the previous offer to the Beach Brunch + Beach Day Use + free entry to the Beach Party. Actually we spend a nice day as we group as the only nice thing there was the Beach. Brunch was ok for the money we paid but the appetizer/dessert buffet (including mussels, smoked fish, salads, etc.) was the whole time in the direct sun without any cooling system. Grilling station was ok if you are fine with eating everything well done or burned. Sushi was in a kind of cooling system but facing the sun, so the Sushi was warm. Service was excellent but the Manager of the place is terrible. I have ask to get some Arabic bread as there was none. The waiter advice there is baguette and so much other bread i can’t have Arabic bread. After i replied that its quiet strange that we are living in a Arabic country and there is no Arabic Bread available he brought some. At the beach we got approached by 2 Russian old ladies which wanted to have exactly our sun lounger, even when there were loads of other available. Beach Party was horrible and the only entertainment were one Russian drunk couple which were jumping like monkeys in front of the DJ. The famous DJ Sabrina didn't show up as she came from abroad. Later we figure out that she is a resident DJ anywhere in Dubai.
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 19:10
yes - you will need an Arabic NOC of your husband, it doesn't matter if you are both non-arabic speaker or not. In our company we made certain Arabic documents (like NOC's) for non-arabic speakers to make it easier for them.
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 11:25
I'm German Citizen and since some years here and the situation is very simple. As soon as you have a resident sticker in your passport (doesn't matter if you are still registered or unregistered in Germany) you must get the local driving license in UAE. Yes it’s true that you can't rent a car if you have a new local DL but if you show them our German DL then it’s usually no problem for the most of the rental companies here. What do you mean with "to be on the safe side in Germany" ??? In Germany you will be still able to drive with your German DL. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 01/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 21 March 2013 - 15:00
r u KIDDING me?? i live in an independant villa - and if any of my neighbours do that (any time after 10pm) - even on the weekend - i am straight on the phone to dubai police. it is inconsiderate, unncesssary and down right selfish. the police are very quick in responding. i would not hesitate to call. edited by rhubarb on 21/03/2013 Actually we are doing the same. Valentinesday our neighbours had a karaoke party at 9 pm. We weren't able to talk on phone or watching TV because of the noise, so we tried to solve the problem with her face to face and she insulted us. Secruity solved the problem in the end.
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Latest post on 17 March 2013 - 15:19
An Indian colleague of mine has an E-Gate Card but he gets always stopped and questioned after he arrives at the Airport because there is a guy exactly with the same name on the black list.
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Latest post on 12 March 2013 - 11:09
I'm not an expect for busses in Jumeirah, the only one I'm aware of is Bus No. 8 which i coming from JBR using the Jumeirah Beach Road to ???? Busses to Sharjah are available from Al Gubaibah (spelling) station in Bur Dubai, Deira City Center, Union and Deira City Cener.
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Latest post on 22 February 2013 - 12:16
Zannie I'm looking for the same informations as I'm not in the mood to drive down from Marina to Al Mamzar and nobody has a clue what i want/how to do it. I found following informations online: https://portal.dm.gov.ae/SCWebUI/DataDetails.aspx?servicecode=3944&id=723&parentid=0&name=SER718&DeptId=10&tok1011=&tok1100=&tok1101=&tok1110=&PageLang=En
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 17:52
Rent is usually paid in advance, usually not monthly. We pay in 3 installments. DEWA (Water&Electricity) - monthly (according to you consumption) + Housing fee (depends on your rent), Deposit to open your DEWA account: 1000 AED for apartment, 2000 AED for villa Chiller Charges for AC: might be included or will be paid monthly/quarterly depends on the provider Etisalat/DU (Internet, TV...): monthly, costs depends contract/packages etc. Deposit required: i guess 1000 AED (can't remember)
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 19:27
We had a battle with our LL in Sept and got advised that the 2 years rules doesn't apply anymore as there is the rent calculator of RERA since 2012. We simply send him the link of the rent calculator, which showed that he is not allowed to increase the rent and if he wish to increase we will meet each other at the rent committee.
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Latest post on 24 December 2012 - 13:23
I dont know where you are located but there is are recycling bins in Cluster S, under the bridge, exit of the basement parking.
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Latest post on 23 December 2012 - 12:27
I would love to travel there but i realized that its quiet difficult to fly from DXB to Reykjavík. The best offers i got was to fly to Frankfurt/Germany and take from there Icelandair.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 18:15
Always good to hear people's good experience not bad! Maroosh where is this 55aed pedi? I have not seen my feet in months! I think they need a spruce up lol! Mary Salon in JLT. One lake Plaza is the building, it's downstairs at the lake. Ask for Fiona, she scrubs like there's no tomorrow:) And she did a good manicure as well. I used to go there for 4-6 months in 2011 and i have a serious problem with the hygiene in the salon. When I went for waxing i found regular hair on the ground, the food bath never got cleaned, only the water gets changed, same with the equipment for pedicure and manicure. I spoke with owner and she didn't really care, so i stop going there.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 18:05
gulfnews published something in July: http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/visa/women-need-to-exit-country-for-job-visa-1.1049371
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 16:20
Last year i got one from C4 and it was ok, not really great but fine for the situation that we are in Dubai. In Cairo i never got any kind of x-mas sweets. Today i found a small Marzipan Stollen in Park and Shop JLT for 13 AED, produced in Erfurt. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 30/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 20:22
Thanks Cymraes. Finally I'm convinced and i will apply for it.
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 10:43
Thanks Ladies. Sounds quiet painless to get. Anybody else use it regular ? We would like to get a Card as a replacement for the Entertainer book. We didn't use it much, so DH thought to skip the book and get the card and use for other restaurants round table dubai.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 19:16
Hi, Does anybody of you use the City Card? Did you ever face any problems with it? DH wants to get one and i don't know if its worth as i will be the one who has to organize it. TIA
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 13:02
Its seems I'm the only one who suffered extremely. I'm off for 2 years now and don't get regular my cycles (even with medication).
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 20:49
I'm using a AEG dishwasher and it has all the functions except "half load function". Instead there is a ECO function and 30min program.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 20:46
Try DBAJ in Health Care City, there are two Doctors which are able to help. I'm suffering from reactive arthritis and visit Dr. Khalaf Moussa regular.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 20:41
I love Ikea decorations, they are cheap but I don't think they do trees. IKEA has Christmas trees too! http://www.ikea.com/ae/en/catalog/products/20209329/ I went to Ikea on Wednesday and you will find the christmas decoration incl. trees near to the cashiers.
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 06:59
Hubby just called to say that the "Loop Road" is all but shut off. Cars driving wrong way down one way system in order to get out of JLT. He had to detour right up to Al Barsha/Greens, so it may be wise to leave extra time for your journey this morning. Hope everyone got out safely. Happening far too often lately, it would seem. Yes i can confirm that, even school busses are going the wrong way to exit JLT. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 18/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 November 2012 - 22:38
It's my car but registered to DH so guess I'll have to take him along - or seeing as I think he lost it, maybe he should go! The guys there are very kind and flexible when you are a lady. I would go without DH and see if it will work out.
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Latest post on 14 November 2012 - 19:54
The handle of our balcony door was broken and the maintenance guy broke the looker while exchanging the handle. There was a bad smell in the basement over 1-2 weeks, we got informed the sewerage tank needs to be cleaned. Nobody did that over the last 2 years !!! In our guest bathroom is a strong sewerage smell. The maintenance guy advised that its in all flats so no need to worry. (Great *ggrrrr*) Since may we have mold outside the corridor and Gerald informed our landlord soon it will be painted as there is no money to for a proper solution for the problem. Traffic is still bad when you want to leave/come home while peak hours. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 14/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 November 2012 - 16:35
If you do not have the copy, then you have to go with the number plate details, fill the form and so and so :) it was quiet easy (did it at Al Barsha Car Registration), exactly as mpp_jl adviced and took 30mins to have a new one.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 20:35
I couldn't find any rollerblades in my size (38). In one shop i got adviced that there aren't women rollerblades available as "its an islamic country"???!!! So i end up and brought them from my home country. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 09/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 20:30
You will be able to marry at the Dubai Court if your OH is Muslim. The employees at the Dubai Court are very helpful and will give you a checklist, what kind documents/medical test are required.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 21:23
I saw the building, it's near geant and it looks like most floors on one side were burned. I hope no one was injured. The tower near to Geant Express burned one months ago.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 11:21
He could try to get the bus from Al Ghubaiba Station (spelling?) in Bur Dubai. its closer to his work in DIFC.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 21:48
In case that you will get married in Dubai, you will be able to discuss all the options for the contract with one of the judges of the sharia court. I'm not a Muslim but we have special conditions in our contract.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 21:45
Employing a maid, doesn't matter if live in or live out, must be sponsored by you. Maid's working on husband's visas are illegal.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 10:30
I think the Sharjah-DXB Bus has only one bus station and its near to the Sharjah fish market, in the middle of the traffic chaos. Sorry i can't advice the location for a flat or prices.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 10:24
To make changes in your rent contract the owner needs to give you 90 days notice.
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 14:39
Falcon Tower is a lovely building, very big rooms, closed kitchen full equipped with dishwasher, Chiller A/C included, next to the metro, one investor for the whole building (so no hassle with a private landlord) but 1BR are without no balconies that was the reason for us to not move in. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 05/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 20:01
I live in Cairo for a while and at the moment i would avoid to travel to Cairo, Alexandria or at the Sinai. Nightlife in the big city is suffering from the new regulation that all supermarkets, shops, cafes etc needs to close by 10 pm because of the electricity shortage. A lovely place for vacation is El Gouna, which has a own small airport and is located near to Hurghada. In december it might be a little bit cold for a beach vacation but sight seeing in Luxor and Aswan will be perfect.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 19:53
I went for a hair cut to Juan Salon in JLT. I wasn't impressed of the customer service but i like my new hair cut.
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Latest post on 02 November 2012 - 23:42
An Arab friend (Bachelor) lived in International City for one year, as his work is Academic City. He couldn't wait to move out. A colleague of mine is living since 4-5 years with his family in the CBD District and like it very much. I would never consider International City as a place to live in. <em>edited by Gege_DXB on 02/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 November 2012 - 23:37
We had a look at the compound in May and got advised that there is a long waiting list for 2 BR Villas. Price: 90000 AED/ 4 cheques
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Latest post on 02 November 2012 - 23:28
The traffic in JLT has improved dramatically in the last week or so, they have opened a new section of road which means there are hardly any queues anymore. I would definitely look over here if I were you with that budget and needing a metro near by. There's a nice walk all around the lake and plenty of little parks. edited by batgirls gal on 02/11/2012 We live in the cluster near to the Dubai Marina Metro Station and the traffic is still bad while rush hours. I agree it got better because of the new exit to SZR but it still depends on the cluster you are in. If you are considering JLT, dont forget to calculate the Palm Cooling Charges on top of your rent.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 19:16
I bought mine last week at Daiso (Al Barsha Mall)
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 15:55
Please check the link: http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/employment/six-month-work-ban-applies-evenly-to-men-and-women-1.1071595 I'm not aware if this applies to FZ.
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Latest post on 23 October 2012 - 20:46
It is just amazing how many landlords are " selling" just now, isn't it? Our LL is "selling", too.
 
 
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