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Latest post on 17 March 2015 - 14:19
When people say 'of' instead of 'have', "I would of, I could of, I should of" - No no no, it's "would have, could have and should have" and if you need to shorten it, then it's would've, could've, should've, if you must. Drives me potty. Oh and 'Thrice'. :biggrin:
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Latest post on 14 March 2015 - 09:19
Because Asia consists of just Pakistan alone....... I stand by my shock at your statement!
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Latest post on 14 March 2015 - 08:45
"Is it Asian men or decent crowd?" Sorry, but that's a shocking thing to say. Sweeping generalisation and really rather un PC!
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Latest post on 12 March 2015 - 11:05
When my preferred pill disappeared off the shelves here a few years ago, I found an on-line UK company called www.pharmadoctor.co.uk who stocked it. After doing an on-line consultation (basically yes/no answers), it is reviewed by a Dr and then approved to send out. I have been ordering repeat prescriptions from them every 6 months. They send them out Royal Mail registered post and it usually takes about a week to arrive here. I don't know if they stock yours, but I can vouch for them being a legit company and a good solution for me.
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Latest post on 12 March 2015 - 10:36
Time Out has a feature about this subject in the current edition: [url=http://www.timeoutdubai.com/gallery/61209-dubai-restaurants-with-entertainment '>link[/url'> Might give some more ideas for you. Have fun whatever you decide.
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Latest post on 11 March 2015 - 15:42
I got a Slumberdown duck feather, King size from Matalan in Arabian Centre, absolute bargain, something like 250 dhs. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw it, seemed rude not to buy :lol:
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Latest post on 04 March 2015 - 15:03
Building 10 also has the housing fee, I just checked with a friend. Like us they are paying well over the 5% housing fee, so I gather you guys must be as well, our dewa for a 2 bed is based on a rent nearly aed 50k more than we are paying! No, I'm paying 5% housing fee, had no problems with that, although I do still find it extortionate........ There is also an additional fixed fee for sewerage charges, which takes the fixed monthly amount every month even higher. My usage charges are tiny, it's the fixed charges we're stuffed with :thinking: <em>edited by Kezzler on 04/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 04 March 2015 - 14:54
Sadly, yes I pay housing fee. I was sent to 3 departments at the Land Registry, they finally sent me to one of their senior bods who said that Buildings 1-5 are registered and Ejari is available for these, however, buildings 6-9 are not (I'm in 9), they didn't mention 10, but that until these particular buildings are registered, then they cannot issue Ejari. Hence why the gentleman stamped, signed and wrote something on my tenancy contract, so I could use this as a verified contract in the absence of Ejari.
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Latest post on 04 March 2015 - 12:54
I tried to register Ejari last month as I'm sponsoring my DH, however, Golden Mile 6-9 are still not registered apparently. I visited the Land Dept myself, who said it couldn't be done yet, but they did stamp and sign my tenancy contract as acknowledgement of this until the buildings are officially registered. I don't know yet if they have been, but that was the status in Feb.
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Latest post on 16 February 2015 - 11:48
I've recently moved into quite a big 1 bed (1400 sq ft) and my DEWA bills are huge (I think), without any consumption, the fixed amount (Housing fee and Sewerage) is AED 642. My last bill including consumption was AED 865. Can't advise on chiller as LL hasn't got around to dealing with that yet.
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Latest post on 07 February 2015 - 11:18
Never miss it, definitely worth it.
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Latest post on 28 January 2015 - 13:03
Same as Kezzler, my first marriage, hubby's 2nd and we got married in Christ Church Jebel Ali. They made everything so very easy and simple. You just need to attend a marriage counseling session, which was really funny actually. FairyDust, were you in mine???? We did have a giggle, it was very odd.
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Latest post on 28 January 2015 - 12:51
Congratulations SH12. I married here last year, my first time and hubby's second (we're both Brits). We married at Christ Church in Jebel Ali and the process was pretty simple. What they do require is proof that your fiancé is legally divorced, therefore his Decree Absolute. This was the sticking point for us to start with as hubby had no idea where his was and it took months to get a duplicate from the court in the UK. The church will not agree to see you both until you can provide this. However, we finally got it and from there on it's pretty simple. You will need to make an appointment to meet with the Reverend initially to talk about your love, commitment etc (all rather bizarre as it was with another couple as well, a tad embarrassing, but we had a giggle about it). Then, if the Rev agrees (which she or he will I'm sure), you can set your date. After this you will need to get sworn affidavits from your embassies (not sure if this is the same for Canadians) to show you are not already married. These are only valid for 3 months (from the British Embassy anyway) and so you will need to marry within 3 months of getting the affidavit. After that it's plain sailing, you're good to go and get married (dates permitting). The church is very helpful and will tell you everything you need to know and do. Oh I forgot to add, they do encourage you to attend their wedding seminar on a Friday. Once you have married, they can also arrange for your wedding certificate to be attested by the courts here for a cost of 900 dhs. Hope that helps and Good Luck. :)
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Latest post on 13 January 2015 - 15:31
Hello Ladies, n Happy New Year :) I desperately need 1000Hour cover grey stick in light brown shade. They used to sell it here and stopped, and they don't have it on Amazon :( Would really appreciate if any of you kind ladies currently there, could carry a couple of those sticks for me… Thanks a million in advance Hi Carambar, I was in Hyperpanda DFC yesterday and spotted they were selling the 1000 Hour cover sticks and it reminded me of this thread. They had different shades available in the toiletries section, so they may have the one you're after. HTH.
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Latest post on 05 January 2015 - 12:04
Hi Lilly, First of all Congratulations on your upcoming nuptials :-) I can't help on the Thailand side, but I got married here in Dubai last year, both myself and hubby are British. As a Brit, our embassy does not perform weddings and the only legal way to marry in the UAE as a Brit non-Muslim is to do this in Church. There are a number of Christian denomination churches in Dubai, we chose Christ Church Jebel Ali. The fees to do this were: Affidavits from British Embassy - AED 800 for two (I think, or something like that). Church fees - AED 2,750 (an additional AED 500 on top of this if you choose a Friday). Marriage Certificate attestation - AED 900 I don't know if the rules are different for other nationalities, it could be different for South Africans and the process may be cheaper if their embassy do carry out weddings, but from the Brit side, that's how you can do it here. HTH and Good Luck.
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Latest post on 22 December 2014 - 09:03
I couldn't say if halal or not, but I got a goose from Chez Charles last year. You could maybe call and ask them, don't know their number, but their website is www.chezcharles.ae HTH
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Latest post on 21 December 2014 - 21:42
They had loads of mens pyjama's in Marks & Sparks, DFC. Don't know if they had many for women, but Marks usually do. ETA; I missed the 'Xmas' bit, sorry. The mens' PJ's I saw weren't specifically Christmas themed, but there were different tartans (red & green), which can be a bit Christmassy if you're struggling to find anything. <em>edited by Kezzler on 22/12/2014</em>
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Latest post on 21 December 2014 - 09:16
I'm pretty sure Waitrose usually have them, might be worth giving them a call first though.
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Latest post on 18 December 2014 - 08:39
Given that there are a number of Christian Churches in Dubai, endorsed by the authorities, I can't see how Christian books can be restricted. When I married here earlier this year (at Christ Church), we were given a copy of the Bible. That being said, it could depend on the person who may (or may not) intercept your parcel and their opinions on Christianity and what side of the bed they got out of. Hopefully you'll receive your gifts with no issues.
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Latest post on 17 December 2014 - 12:48
I got coloured & white flashing from Carrefour, even some baubles with Christmas pictures, not sure if any left - good luck :) Yes, Carrefour MCC definitely has them, I've just popped over there and bought some.
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Latest post on 17 December 2014 - 10:11
Park 'n' Rob were advertising turkey crowns to order a couple of weeks ago. You could also try www.chezcharles.ae HTH.
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Latest post on 15 December 2014 - 13:35
Thanks for all your responses ladies. We sent a list of points in our defence to the Landlords reps and whilst they argued against these, they have said however, "as a gesture of goodwill", they will return our full deposit! Wowee, wonders will never cease. FYI, it was 8,500 dhs. Merry Christmas to all you :cool:
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Latest post on 12 December 2014 - 15:28
Thanks for the thoughts ladies, looks like we'll have to suck it up then. Another victim of greedy landlord syndrome :(
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Latest post on 11 December 2014 - 08:20
Sorry in advance if I don't know what I'm talking about as I don't have a maid and unaware what is contractual in 'maid' terms (so please don't shoot me down in flames). However, as an employee myself, if it came to me renewing my passport and asking my company to pay for this, they would laugh in my face. A passport is the bearers responsibility, not the employers, surely?
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Latest post on 27 November 2014 - 10:21
Hi does anyone know of a good cheaper than the garage, mobile tyre specialist - i need a new tyre TIA Yes, Fast fit have a mobile truck with all the correct gear for fitting, I used them recently and was impressed. I think their number is 800 fastfit.
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Latest post on 24 November 2014 - 14:18
I've just received a message from the Ivy: "It's not too late to order your turkey hamper for Thanksgiving-simply ring reservations on 043198767 and let us 'take away' the stress of 'turkey day'! " HTH and Happy Thanksgiving bye ETA, No, I don't work for them. <em>edited by Kezzler on 24/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 16:20
Normalcy!!! It's not normalcy, it's normality. Gets right on my lils :angry: :lol:
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Latest post on 12 November 2014 - 16:03
I know! It was a news piece on Emirates News this morning and hubs & I were screaming at the telly, saying 'Shut up', as if rents weren't bad enough, this just adds fuel to the fire. Aaaargh. :quite:
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Latest post on 12 November 2014 - 13:40
Beef Space Raiders Scampi Fries Cheese Moments Ploughmans Lunch (the pub ones in small bags) [b'>Hendersons Relish[/b'> Tums (fruit flavour) Blackcurrant Lemsips Face wipes (the cheap 2 packs for £1 type) Anything from Primark and Superdrug edited by Made in Sheffield on 12/11/2014 Now that is one thing I really do miss :( We have our yearly stock of Hendersons in the cupboard :) When I was back in August, I couldn't find any for love nor money, tried all the supermarkets and apparently a shortage was on! :cry: I keep meaning to ask on their FB page if they'd consider shipping some to Dubai and selling through Park 'n' Rob :biggrin:
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Latest post on 12 November 2014 - 13:27
" 'Would of' gets my goat too! It's only made an appearance in the last couple of years though. I wonder why people have started writing like that. Also the wrong use of your, you're, there, their and they're. It really frustrates me! " I'm glad I'm not the only one, 'would of, could of, should of' drive me potty! Along with the your and there mix ups. As for which language should be used, it depends on the business and the nationalities they deal with, but if you're working on a global or multi-cultural scale, then English is the official business language Globally. <em>edited by Kezzler on 12/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 17:08
Love my Double Deckers. So glad that Park n Shop sell them! BTW, what's with the 'Mackintosh' Quality Street over here? I know they used to be the manufacturers before nasty Nestle got their hands on them but how come they're branded with the old company name and the flavours are sooo boring? They're nearly as bad as those tasteless Jewels, eurghh! I will finish my chocolate rant by asking, why can't you get Thorntons chocolate coated toffees here? Waitrose quite often sell them, they're called Thornton's Toffee Chocs (orange and brown bag), usually where the hanging bags of sweets are on the confectionary aisle. I used to buy them all the time, but they are really rather dangerous ;-) so I haven't looked for a few months, but you most definitely used to be able to get them.
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Latest post on 08 October 2014 - 15:44
Hi Saffron P, I was married here in June and it was very easy, that being said, my DH and I are not Muslim. However, the British Embassy Consular division will do the following (taken from their website): "From January 2014, The services we provide •posting a notice of marriage for marriages performed in third countries •issuing affidavits for marriages performed in other embassies, UAE Churches, Abu Dhabi and Dubai Courts" From my experience recently, if you are getting married here in Dubai, then you do not need to post a notice of intention, however, you will need the affidavit, which is essentially your declaration as to your status. The cost for this is AED 380 per person (I think). You do have to book this appointment with them on-line, you cannot do it by phone. You need to e-mail them your request to [email protected] and they will come back to you with a link to their booking system. I guess with the Eid holidays they are being a little slower than usual. As long as one of you holds a residency visa, then you are fine. HTH and Congratulations.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 14:30
Not sure if suitable, but K9 Friends have just posted their latest dogs for adoption on Facebook and there's a gorgeous Pughuahua on there (I'm guessing that's a cross between a Pug and a Chihuahua).
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 14:26
I had an official note from The Ivy and Frankies, it's dry from 6pm tonight until 7pm tomorrow night, so no, they won't be able to drink tonight. A lot of places have moved their Friday brunches until Friday evening or Saturday too. HTH.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 22:01
Hi Polly, I bought some from an on-line fine food delivery store called www.chezcharles.ae, it's a sherry vinegar from Jerez. Be careful though, you could end up spending a fortune on other lovely foodie stuff, I know I did :-D They deliver Within 24 hours and accept cash-on-delivery. HTH
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 10:38
I got married a few weeks ago and wore a vintage style hair piece, sort of a thin alice band with a side bit of a small flowery, feather thing with crystally pearl bits and it had a small birdcage veil. I bought it in Galeries Lafayette, cost 650 dids. I'd be happy to let you have it at a much reduced price if it would interest you, I can send pics if you like, albeit, no idea how to on here. Anyway, let me know if of interest. Oh and Congrats on your forthcoming nuptials.
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Latest post on 23 June 2014 - 08:11
He was brilliant, very funny indeed. It was quite a small crowd, no problems with the 'free seating' as there were probably only 200 people there, a very intimate crowd and all the better for it. I'd go again in a shot.
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Latest post on 15 June 2014 - 17:59
My DH has them, he gets them from Magrabi opticians in the MOE, next door to Harvey Nics, good service too.
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 13:10
I love Uber, I use them at least twice a week and find the pricing not much more than regular RTA. I've been using them for quite a few months now and still get excited watching the little image of the car on it's route to you, it shows on a map once you've confirmed the booking (simple things please simple minds :-) ). Never had to wait longer than 15 minutes and have never experienced bad service like it seems some others have. For advanced booking's I use Careem, who are good as well and have always turned up on time, they are a bit more expensive than Uber.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:43
Any sort of crisps only like salt n vinegar or prawn cocktail and ahve to be walkers, hula hoops or scampi flavour fries. Can you still get Prawn Cocktail crisps? They're a blast from the past :) Oh yes, quite often in Park n Rob and W/Rose. PnR sometimes have Smoky B*con in the oink section too :-) May have to go via Park n Rob tonight and see if they have the Smoky variety They did at the JLT one at the weekend. I had to partake, would have been rude not to............
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:40
Any sort of crisps only like salt n vinegar or prawn cocktail and ahve to be walkers, hula hoops or scampi flavour fries. Can you still get Prawn Cocktail crisps? They're a blast from the past :) Oh yes, quite often in Park n Rob and W/Rose. PnR sometimes have Smoky B*con in the oink section too :-)
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:14
salt n vinegar crisps and gratted cheddar cheese salt n vinegar crisps and salad cream Ooh yes, I would give a thumbs up for those ones, but I don't have that option on this PC.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:08
DH's favourites: Fish Fingers and Salad Cream Peanut Butter and Salad Cream Mashed Potato and Salad Cream (you can a Salad Cream theme here!). Just Salad Cream on it's own :-) or, Heinz Sandwich Spread - reminds me of tea at my Nan and Grandads
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:58
I bought a box of 'Luxury' Christmas crackers from Ace, specifically chose the expensive ones with nice gifts in, all nicely boxed up, when it came to Christmas Day and pulling our crackers, not one of them had the gift inside - was so cross, sadly I hadn't kept the receipt or checked beforehand. Very annoying indeed.
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 11:26
Hi Tattie Bogle, Yes. OH's pal got me a Wasel sim a few years ago so it was in his name, however he left the country not long after, so I was worried when we had to do the registering last year. All turned out fine though, I went to the big Etisalat place near Murooj Rotana, took all my ID's etc and it was no problem at all for them to transfer to my name. They said that if it was contested within 6 months, they would transfer it back, but if not, then yours officially. HTH
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 20:03
Hi FrizzyBusy It depends on the building, our building used to be centralised AC and the LL paid, however, the building switched over to Palm District Cooling, so now we as tenants pay. Just make sure that the itemised bills are in your name so the bills come to you and you know exactly what your usage is. I've heard of some unscrupulous LL's who keep the bill in their name and then charge the tenants massively overpriced fees for it. HTH.
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Latest post on 23 January 2014 - 11:51
You're welcome Ginee. They do have something maybe more along the lines you're after, again in both silver and gold: [url=http://www.joseph-fashion.com/en/ecomuk/vests/metallic-knit-debardeur/invt/w3150280701/'>link[/url'> Boutique 1 has 2 large stores in MOE (2nd Floor Fashion Dome) and JBR (Murjan), Harvey Nics is in MOE and Bloomingdales is in Dubai Mall. Good Luck with your search :-)
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Latest post on 23 January 2014 - 08:57
Joseph have glittery fine-knit tops, there is a Joseph boutique in Dubai Mall and is also stocked in Boutique 1, Harvey Nics and Bloomies. They also have an on-line store that ships to the UAE and they have one in the sale at the mo', both gold and silver: [url=http://www.joseph-fashion.com/en/ecomuk/t-shirts/metallic-knit-tee/invt/w3150280702/'>link[/url'> HTH
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Latest post on 21 December 2013 - 19:56
Thank You...... And no alcohol license required? Don't think so, although we've got one so not 100% on that. They never asked to see it, put it like that! I believe they only deliver to villas though, so worth knowing that if you're in an apt. They do deliver to apartments, I use them and live in one. They don't deliver to hotel apartments. They have a minimum order requirement of AED 1000 and their delivery charge is AED100. HTH.
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Latest post on 19 December 2013 - 14:18
We've booked Supperclub at the Zabeel Saray, one of the more reasonably priced events surprisingly (1600 dhs per couple), it's a masquerade ball apparently, with drinks and food served as part of the package 9pm - 4am. The good thing with this is that it meets your 'no-women looking in hubby's pocket' criteria as it's couples only. HTH.
 
 
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