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Latest post on 01 May 2014 - 09:38
Last week I pick up over $800 worth of stuff I ordered from the US, from the post office. It clearly had the value printed on the paperwork attached to the package yet I didn't get dinged for customs. I decided not to question it... because you pay customs on 1000 usd and over! Sorry to be asking this again, but what is the maximum value you can spend without being legally caught out at customs? Just to make sure it doesn't happend again.
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Latest post on 01 May 2014 - 09:34
I just hope if they do open them that they put things back in a better state than I received my dresses yesterday :( The package was only half the size it had originally been, when I had a proper look and the dresses are now hanging in a steamy bathroom. and you wonder why they wanted your passport!!! Are you picking on me again ;)
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Latest post on 01 May 2014 - 09:10
I just hope if they do open them that they put things back in a better state than I received my dresses yesterday :( The package was only half the size it had originally been, when I had a proper look and the dresses are now hanging in a steamy bathroom.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 22:13
Over 50% of my S&S stuff has no invoice. One was for a GoPro camera - I effectively had no proof of purchase. I once questioned it with S&S and they said they don't remove the invoices. Yeah, right..... This is the first time it's happened to me. I've been lucky and always received parcels unopened. Mind it's a good job they didn't add up the prices on the actual dresses ;)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 20:52
And to cap it all when I opened the parcel, there was no invoice inside. Good job I don't need to return them.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 17:40
They've also got a very good adults dentist too :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 17:39
I wouldn't say doubtful, sorry I'll be totally honest and say NO.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 16:23
I just think it's more because the working Mums in Dubai probably wouldn't have / need help if they still lived in their home countries. Majority of the Mums you mention, I feel are those who would do it no matter where they lived as it is just a way of life for them.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:43
The Nicolas & Asp branch at Al Manzil downtown apparently has an amazing paediatric dentist.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:19
Amazon here I come :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:18
I would suggest the younger the better. Perhaps if you take him when you see the dentist and he sees that nothing nasty is going to happen he will probably be ok. A lot also depends on the dentist. You definitely need one who is good with kids. I did this with my two back in the UK and they were and still are fine.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:16
Yes, when we changed holiday money we were offered the same rate everywhere as it wasn't a huge amount.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:12
Thanks, would you mind sharing the agengies you use? Unfortunately the agency I use, only operates in the Jumeirah Village Triangle area at the moment, but if you do a search on here for maid agencies, you'll find loads, along with comments about them all.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 15:03
Thanks ladies you've given me an idea for some holiday reading :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 13:54
It must be so much easier to travel with little ones now! When mine were younger I had bags full of books, toys, etc. How I would have loved to be carrying so much less.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 13:49
Just been on the airport website and it recommends you check with your airline. All it does say for definite is that Emirates are not moving!
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 13:26
A number of agencies stipulate a minimum of 4 hours a day, so you'd be fine with this. I have mine for 4 hours one and and 2 another. <em>edited by Geordie expat on 30/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 13:23
Yes, but I did it through the V**, put my UK address in first and then my SnS as delivery. Mind it was a couple of weeks ago. Maybe they've sussed something, but I can't imagine them turning away business.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 13:12
Last week I pick up over $800 worth of stuff I ordered from the US, from the post office. It clearly had the value printed on the paperwork attached to the package yet I didn't get dinged for customs. I decided not to question it... Don't blame you. I think it's just hit and miss with them
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 12:59
Going back to my original thread, I've just paid AED 178 customs duty. Still got a bargain though and I'll know better for next time :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 12:16
or segways for the geordies... i mean lazies Oi I'll walk it quite happily, at a decent pace, no probs :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 12:15
Yes as long as you have a UK billing address to match your card, you can then ask for a different shipping address.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 12:06
Maybe they will do something to make it nice..... Yes lots of seats so you can rest while ??running??? ;)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 12:05
Funnily enough I tried to order from Debenhams for the first time the other day, and got the reply saying the order cancelled because of security errors...I then tried a UK registered card rather than UAE, but got the same thing...I was trying to use Shop and Ship, so maybe that is the issue...? Try doing it through a V**
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 10:57
My old collie dog once picked up DDs dummy from where she had left it on the floor, took it back to her and she immediately put it back in her mouth. I never batted an eyelid. As you say it helps their immunity. Helpful pouch He was. He also used to try and round both girls up if we went out anywhere and they ran off in opposite directions :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 10:34
My old collie dog once picked up DDs dummy from where she had left it on the floor, took it back to her and she immediately put it back in her mouth. I never batted an eyelid. As you say it helps their immunity.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 09:46
It was the illegal working that made me take notice. I know the maid isn't going to be banned, but just imagine if someone else on here employs her without a reference, then lands a 50k fine. It does look as if they are clamping down as I have heard from a number of people that residents, especially in Emaar properties are being visited. Perhaps this is only the start.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 09:30
You know the stupid thing is, I'll hopefully get down to my target weight and then end up putting it all back on and probably more, sitting at the harbour with an Efes in my hand :)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 09:26
Most restaurants do have salads on their menus.... :\: Yes and I've tried most of them too ;)
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 09:24
Definitley haven't gained muscle ;) I'm blaming the visitors we've had recently as we've had to eat out a lot more than we ever would have done normally. Also because of this it's taken me longer to get back to exercising regularly. But hey I've got just over a week to get rid of it. I'm sure I'll manage.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 09:14
no dinner and turn ac off at night...... i'm sorry to intrude but why turn the AC off what effect does it have?? Sauna .... sweat the weight off but you're only going to get rid of the water weight.. which will be gained back the moment you drink water or eat anything with water.. no? not only water weight - your body also uses energy to keep cool..... i see.. the reason i ask is because i saw on the doctors show that the sauna effect is a myth.. also best way to see if you have lost some fat is by seeing how your clothes fit and measurements.. i used to weigh myself A LOT.. now i know it's all a lie.. a lieeeeeee.. i still like saying i lost 23 kgs though :D.. more than telling people i lost so and so inches hehe.. Well done you :) I also do the clothes fitting thing every time I get dressed ;) Majority are feeling better now, but when I get on the scales it's the last 1.5 kg I keep seeing above my target weight :(
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 08:58
Hi I have had guests here recently and was having the same quandary. I found that the minimum cover charge in Atmosphere also applies to children and as other have said, you need to book early as the window tables get booked weeks in advance. Do afternoon tea instead and as long as you get there for half two, you should be guaranteed a window seat.
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Latest post on 30 April 2014 - 08:56
no dinner and turn ac off at night...... OK so I got in from physio, had a small dark chocolate bounty and only had the ac on for an hour when I went to bed and then it turned off. I've lost half a kg :)
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:59
how's it going? I have lost 5 kg since beg of feb. Really struggling with the last 1.5kg. Problem is we've had visitors and then evenings out and I can't get back to not eating too much. And we go on holiday in less than two weeks :(
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:37
Real chips...... and chippy vinegar .... am jealous First night there. Sausage, chips and curry sauce :-) And the next few nights? ;) Who made you Mum? ;) I'm just flippin' starving. I really need to have a rethink about this diet, it's making me grumpy and before you say it, - more than usual :)
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:34
When you charge your phone stick it in flight mode as it charges quicker x Thanks another good tip x
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:31
Real chips...... and chippy vinegar .... am jealous First night there. Sausage, chips and curry sauce :-) And the next few nights? ;)
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:14
Thanks I'll have a look at the website. All I have switched on is Contacts, Mail and WhatsApp, but nothing is happening with any of them. Tried a few times with WhatsApp and the messages just won't go through. I suppose I'll have to call Etisalat. When I have a spare couple of hours :(
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:09
My Wi Fi setting is turned on permanently so it will pick up on one when it can. Also the battery is draining much faster than it was. It reminds me of when I worked in the UK and my phone then was always searching for a signal, as it was c**p where we were.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 14:03
When I go into settings then Mobile the only thing switched off is Data Roaming. In settings - general - about NETWORK says Etisalat.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:51
have you changed the settings on your phone to wifi only... I haven't changed anything that I can see. Where on an iPhone 5 would I find that?
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:45
I'm on an Etisalat contract and all of a sudden can't access anything apart from messages and phone calls. No internet, WhatsApp or anything unless I'm connected to Wi Fi. Never had this problem until Friday and yet they say it's all ok.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:38
If you ever can't get her and just need a good doctor and don't have problems with it being a man. Dr Gordon Bland there is excellent. <em>edited by Geordie expat on 29/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:21
Yes we did find that a bit of a pain and then they made us wait till it was actually 2.30 till they would let us go up. Suppose we can at least say that we've done it now :) Must try the JW Marquis sometime soon
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:16
Thanks so much for that, really made my day! I will try and get contact details for her. Good luck with your appointment! 04 252 4511
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 13:08
She's at the Polyclinic at Mirdif. Hope she's as good as everyone says she is, as I'm seeing her later.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 12:12
Great thanks - will have a look on FB page You really need to turn all the ghost ac off as this will help save on your DEWA bill dramatically.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 12:06
Have a look on the facebook page and you'll find the instructions. Sorry can't help from here as the switch is in one of the metal boxes either upstairs or down and I can't remember which one it is. Search for ghost ac.
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 11:49
So did you manage to try the pies?
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Latest post on 29 April 2014 - 11:37
Sarahlou or any other SnS experts. Why would I get a request for my passport or EID copy as my parcel has been held in customs for duty and tax payment. It's only three dresses. Sorry I missed this. Agh you should of said I would of collected them in the UK and brought them back for you. Although saying that my suitcase out of Dubai was 22 and 31 coming in! The sales were on everywhere at home did you get us our pies? Hope so I'm starving :(
 
 
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