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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 13:05
Izzy ... Where did you buy it? I've only been able to buy it at 'the dairy door' -- so to speak -- back in UK. It was illegal in Oz when I lived there way back when. As long as you trust the providore, I reckon it's great stuff. :)
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 13:00
Saints preserve us. *Facepalm*
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Latest post on 23 March 2014 - 17:36
I no longer say. Can I have or May I have .. Instead its Gimme Complete sentences just cease to exist. Instead of: 'Could you please mow the lawn tomorrow', you say: 'Lawn? Mow? Tomorrow?'
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 12:06
I'm very interested to find out myself. Apparently pets are welcome as well! Looking forward to reading some good feedback. :)
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 12:04
Not sure about your budget, but if you want to buy a pair of v.stylish/flat shoes with v.low heels ... Tod's is a great option. They are pricey -- to begin with -- but they last for years. I have Tod's loafers in my cupboard that are still looking good and going strong 10 years after purchase. So comfortable as well. Gucci are also great for loafers but of late, the styles/designs are a bit too non-classic for me. That said, the chocolate loafers I bought in London in 2003 are still going strong. :) Pro-tip: I know there are no sales on at the moment, but Tod's do have regular discounts. They even do them during DSS. You might not know it, but a lot of shops don't *do* the festival per se because they don't want to pay the Municipality for the privilege of putting on a sale just for the sake of a few cheap posters and inclusion in the advertising material. They have the sales anyway but don't advertise the fact, in other words. :)
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 11:46
Brilliant. So long as it works -- I actually don't care what it looks like! -- that's fab. Thanks for the recommendation. :)
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Latest post on 20 March 2014 - 11:14
Cannot speak highly enough of WOOF in Al Quoz. No cages; only glass-bricked cubicles. Fantastic romping area with jumps and toys and supervised play. They send pix and email updates to let you know your pets are having a fab time ... I've been taking my pair there for four years now [for both long breaks and mini-breaks'> and they LOVE it. Personally, there is no way I would leave my dogs at home for a long or even a short stay, because they are so used to having their humans around. A 'pop-in' from even a fantastic carer is just not enough. I love that they can hang out at Woof, are very well groomed and have heaps of play-time ... I wouldn't go anywhere else. https://www.facebook.com/WoofPetServices .ETA: I don't even think of Woof as a 'kennel' per se. It is just a wonderful place where my dogs have a marvelous holiday. I never feel like they are 'locked in' because the 'no cages' policy is exactly what I want for them. PS. Food -- all sorts -- is provided, but they let me package up fresh meat in individual freezer bags. They defrost the packs each day and serve up their dinner each night. And they give them *my* choice of treats [I provide them'> for breakfast of a morning. Sorry to bang on, but seriously, I really do love this place [and I take them there for fortnightly grooming/doggy daycare as well!'>. :) <em>edited by LadyBee on 20/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 March 2014 - 17:58
8K a month? Or just the starting fee? If it's just to start, that would include visa etc, so perhaps not so exorbitant ... If it's per month? Highway robbery. ;)
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Latest post on 17 March 2014 - 17:48
dolleymadison: Sorry, I wasn't clear in my initial post but I thought that two maids once a week at the same time = a four-hour shift from the pair since that's the usual amount of time. And I thought -- as rebellodubai also explained -- that the amount of money I was paying to the agency and separately to the maids would have made that clear too. ;) . <em>edited by LadyBee on 17/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 March 2014 - 10:43
Are you absolutely sure the flies came *with* the bread? If you have fresh fruit or other food products in bowls in your kitchen -- I have lemons/apples/oranges for example -- I've noticed that little fruit flies are attracted to anything in the vicinity which is food-related, and they can get into anything ie when you bring in other food, the flies which are hanging around other food items in your kitchen just buzz right on to the 'new' food stuff. I store bread immediately in my bread bin or freezer after purchase and that tends to stop any potential issues. And I chuck any fruit that is even looking like it's not at its best. Flies are also attracted to anything food-related in your garbage bin so make sure you keep the garbage away from the kitchen/food area and put it into your outside bin ASAP. PS. I mostly buy Spins or Organic shop bread but do sometimes buy C4 ... never had an issue with flies IN the bags. Hope you get your problem sorted. :) . <em>edited by LadyBee on 17/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 March 2014 - 10:31
Ladybee, if I get that right, these women have worked for you for four years and you pay a grand total of 1120 dh to the agency each month and 480 to the girls - each I presume? That equals 1600 dh a month total of which they probably earn 800-900 dh total. And you are PROUD of yourself? That's significantly below market rate. Um ... first off, check your maths. And btw, I didn't say I was 'proud'; I thought I was being reasonable. I have these girls for four hours a week and I give them 480dhs a month, and they get to keep all of that. The agency gets their regular fee; I give them 480dhs on top of that because they deserve it. They *do* earn about 900dhs in total a month from the agency, so in fact, I am paying them each a quarter of their regular monthly salary just for doing a four-hour shift with me. Again: just what I think they deserve. :) PS. Thanks rebellodubai. x
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Latest post on 14 March 2014 - 09:12
I have two helpers -- once a week at the same time -- and I've had my current amazing wonderful pair for almost four years. When I moved to Dubai, I swore I wouldn't pay minimum -- I'd match the rate I paid in London -- and while people have sniffed that I'm spoiling it for everyone, quite frankly, I don't give a flying whatever. I tip every week. And I give a Christmas bonus/present. Cynically? I am paying them not to steal. Realistically, I am making myself feel better by giving them what they DESERVE to be paid for the very hard and fantastic work they do. They take beautiful care of me and the villa and I actually don't care that I am paying over the odds. I pay 280dhs to the agency and 120dhs to the girls every week.
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Latest post on 12 March 2014 - 17:33
Oh Wiki. Fine. Thanks. That helps a lot.
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Latest post on 12 March 2014 - 17:29
Out of interest, when did he become *big* in the UK? Seriously, I am interested. I lived there from 03-08 -- then moved here -- and he was pretty small potatoes then, so if it's in the last few years, good on him. He's got a certain something, I have to say.
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Latest post on 12 March 2014 - 16:26
Heard about it on the news on Monday and felt a bit offended on his behalf that the Done spokesman was talking as if he's not very well known in the UK - he's huge !! Our whole family have been huge fans for years and looking forward to seeing him... Not very well known. He is certainly huge at home and more so since Comic Relief I cant wait to see him either and he is from my neck of the woods so even more special :-) No, the bloke said he wasn't well known in the UK - I can believe he's not well known here... I completely agree News flash: There are other expats apart from Brits living in the region. Go figure. I recognise the guy from seeing him do stand-up at the Apollo -- on OSN -- but he doesn't have the currency that you might think, even though he's done heaps of stuff in the UK, including Comic Relief. Not wanting to offend, but seriously: he isn't that well known. Have fun.
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Latest post on 10 March 2014 - 10:20
Why don't you just fire her? Why do people let themselves get so angry they hurt their maids? It's not like a husband you can't replace!!! Another poor maid beaten to death on the cover of 7days today. Are you KIDDING me?! There you go, assuming that the reason this couple beat and burned their maid to death was because she was 'bad'?! I am speechless. There was nothing in any of the reports I read -- apart from a reference to an 'argument', which could mean anything -- to suggest that the maid had done anything wrong at all. Besides which: NO ONE DESERVES TO BE BEATEN TO DEATH AND BURNED AND HAVE THEIR BODY DUMPED even if they were a 'bad maid'. Words fail me.
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Latest post on 02 March 2014 - 22:19
"You can watch red-carpet coverage on both Dubai One (from 2am) and E! (from 2.30am), before Dubai One shows the awards proper starting at 4am UAE time." http://www.thenational.ae/arts-culture/oscars/oscars-how-to-watch-them-in-the-uae PS. That's what The National says, anyway. Still ... it's not on the TV listings as yet, so ... I guess we will see.
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Latest post on 02 March 2014 - 14:01
Traveling on a USA Passport requires an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). It takes 5 minutes to issue, but MUST be done before boarding. You will be unable to board without it. There are some online visa application centres which process these, but any travel agent can actually do this in their GDS airline system. I issue the ETAs complimentary for all of my clients. My company specialises in luxury travel to Australia for the affluent traveler, and so I issue these all the time for the my North American travellers. I would just need a copy of your passport, contact number, email address and postal address for all travelers who require it. If you still need some help, email me on [email protected], and send me your number and we can have a chat and I would be happy to assist FOC. I'm assuming you also ask/check that your passengers have a clean record? No criminal convictions etc? I thought that ETAs were supposed to be done by the passenger in order to cover those bases so there are no issues at passport control upon entry to the country. Just asking.
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 09:40
Depends on your country of origin as to whether you can do a paid extension via the immigration office. Your best bet IS to do a visa run. It really is very easy. Just don't leave it too late otherwise you will have to pay a per diem fine for the time you're overdue. You will find loads of threads about visa runs - do a search - and make a half-day trip out of it. Good luck.
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 09:37
Rafelisia, I'm looking at mid-career/senior level positions. I've got over 6 years of experience in my field. Sorry to say, but 6 years experience is generally not enough for a senior level position. Most of the senior level roles that I know of across a range of industries require closer to 10-15 years of professional experience. This might be a matter of managing/adjusting expectations. Exactly this, yes. And PS. I'll tell you what some (most?) employers are thinking, and that is that if you have a child or children, you have a husband as well. Apologies to the OP, but supporting your 'lifestyle' -- ie that of a single mum -- isn't part of their remit. They want to employ experienced people sure but if you are a woman, you're already behind the eight-ball, plus if you have sprogs, then they are going to assume that you have a husband picking up the slack. Call them old-fashioned, but this IS the UAE. I'm surprised that they even gave you a boost in pay after your divorce, but you can't expect more than that. We live in a country where you can still ask for young and pretty receptionists within a certain age range, so expecting that a company will cover you pay-wise if you're not in a recognised sector of local society is like asking for the moon (with extra stars thrown in for free). Good luck. Sorry to be a downer. But to reiterate: six years is like ... kindy in the business world out here.
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 09:30
Sorry I didn't see this thread earlier. I only visit EW sporadically. :)
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 09:29
Here you go. I asked the same question in December. :) PS. This *is* a Dubai thread; I just come onto EW via the AD portal. http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=216899
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Latest post on 20 February 2014 - 16:04
hi there sorry to hijack this thread - but where can i get cuisinart products here in dubai? Im dying for their grill .... Tavola were selling the grill a year or so ago. Try them maybe?
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Latest post on 20 February 2014 - 13:13
I can't help you with a price comparison between Kenwood/Cuisinart or even with how much either of them cost right now! What I *will* say is that I have a fantastic Cuisinart food processor that I've had now for just on ten years and it is still working like an absolute dream. I love it. It's big, but came with lots of different fittings (and a small bowl to change to if required) but I mostly use it for general food processing and grating/slicing. Pro-tip: always wash the bowl and lid by hand. Everything's dishwasher-proof, but I'm told they last longer if you look after it in this fashion. Seriously. One of the best kitchen buys I've made, apart from my Kitchenaid mixer, that is. ;)
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 09:36
2000 dhs?! Are you kidding?! I bought a gorgeous rack from Maison Chic - holds 40 bottles - made of teak with drawers as well and it cost 450dhs. Seriously. I'd be interested in getting another rack but 2000dhs is just crazy money. Sorry. ETA: If you paid more than 2000dhs for this 'as new' then you were ripped off. Completely taken to the cleaners. <em>edited by LadyBee on 17/02/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 17:40
Ohhh I see. Sorry! It's true that my 'special' shoes had laces and I put them on in the morning and took them off at the end of the day, after school, so I suppose I just accepted them as a result. It wouldn't have occurred to me to take them off. That said, when I was a tot the choice was laced shoes or Mary Janes (no such thing as velcro or slip-ons for me, apart from flip-flops for the beach). I was also a 'barefoot' baby/toddler as I come from a warm climate and I didn't get the corrective footwear 'til I went to school so ... yes, that might be good idea! I do think that you should follow the advice though. Sorting out issues like this early can really help prevent problems later on. Good luck. :)
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 14:28
I speak from experience -- not as a parent, but as an 'orthopaedic shoe' wearer as a child. Seriously: get the shoes. I had underdeveloped arches (flat feet, in other words!) and I was fitted with 'built-up' shoes from the time I started school aged three. I wore them for about three years and now, some forty years later, my feet are fine and are perfectly arched. I know this isn't your child's particular issue, but the bottom line is: if you have had medical advice that will go towards correcting the problem, I would follow it. What's more, while you say that toddlers 'refuse' to wear the shoes, I'm fairly certain I wasn't given a choice and it wouldn't have occurred to me to refuse to wear the shoes anyway, because I did, as a toddler, what my parents told me to do. I only had to wear corrective school shoes, not 'fun' shoes/sandals/etc so it's not like it really affected me badly. All I knew was that I wore these shoes for school and that was it. Job done. There was no 'forcing' about it; I did what I was told. They felt a little weird to begin with because there was a lump in the arch, but they looked just like 'normal' shoes and I repeat: I wore what I was told to wear. Good luck. I think I understand your quandary, but in this case, I would simply Be The Parent and do what is necessary to help your child's feet for his longterm happiness.
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 09:25
http://www.clifftailors.com/ I've been using Cliff for years now. I can take in a bit of clothing and get him to copy it, point at a picture in a pattern book, even draw a picture on a piece of paper ... I've always been looked after beautifully. Mode of approach: take design/pic/outfit to be copied and get measured at the shop. Then pop down to one of the fabric shops to buy the required material. Come back, hand over material and pay for the service [don't forget to haggle'>. If you need measuring/hems/re-fitting? All included in the initial price. Have never EVER been let down. Cliff's shop has been around since early '90s and I am a regular customer. :)
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Latest post on 07 February 2014 - 07:36
Duaa ... if it looks like an advertisement, smells like an advertisement and *reads* like an advertisement ... then it IS an advertisement. That's why advertisements on EW are bought and paid for by companies/clients. *Golf clap* Dragging up threads from 2011 to spruik your business is just way too obvious for words. Try harder. Or pay for an ad next time.
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 08:49
Interesting read. Thanks for everyone's input. But -- falls about laughing -- we haven't had a housing allowance since 2008. Back then, before the crash hit, DH's company paid our entire rent regardless of where we chose to live for one year only. Then of course, all h3ll broke lose and the following year, we had to cover ourselves completely. That said, the rent dropped incredibly so we could cover it ourselves, but to be completely frank: we were surprised (coming from UK) that they gave us any housing money at all ... And now? Same villa, rent creeping up ... and we're still covering it with no help from the employer. But *we* are the ones choosing to live in the villa we like -- not them -- and if we want to be in the place we like, well, I reckon we have to pay for it. I can understand that companies offer sweeteners in terms of help with school fees and rent downpayments and things, but I figure that if you want to live somewhere, you have to pay for it yourself, unless you accept something under the company auspices and you 'take what you're given'. If you do that: go for it and hope the company looks after to you. If not, you choose the accommodation within your means. That's how it works in the rest of the world and while I can see that Dubai is a different animal, I still struggle to see why people expect housing allowances and things out here, especially if you chose to be here for a reasonably-paid tax-free job/salary. Perhaps too simplistic a view (I know that) but in this day and age, I would have expected housing allowances to go the way of the Dodo.
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Latest post on 31 January 2014 - 17:58
Okay, from a practical perspective, rugby/football boots do need laces to do the job required. Velcro just doesn't cut it. In fact, a lot of younger players have extra-long laces so that they can be wrapped around the sole of the shoe and back again before tying just to make sure they stay on during play. Perhaps there are velcro types available, but -- no judgment -- your kid should know how to tie his shoelaces -- and not take hours doing it -- by now. Good luck though.
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Latest post on 27 January 2014 - 13:31
That looks GREAT! Thanks for the info. Will have to investigate more, and find a local stockist. ;)
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Latest post on 27 January 2014 - 11:03
To be honest it depends on how much you like your coffee. We tried a Nespresso machine and found that the coffee was never exactly what we wanted. We now have a De Longhi bean to cup machine and it's great. Makes the most amazing strong coffee if wanted or the weakest, milkiest coffee if that's what you prefer. I *hate* pod coffee. The coffee maker I have right now is fully-manual and a b!tch to work every single time ... so I'm in the market for a a really good coffee maker -- I don't mind grinding; I have a Rocket for that! -- that I can buy locally that won't prove too challenging. Could the De Longhi be the one? If so, cost and where to buy? :)
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Latest post on 27 January 2014 - 10:57
I was watching the Oz v England ODI yesterday and teared up when the fanfare leading into the Oz anthem played! Warmed the cockles, it did. To celebrate Australia Day, WE won the ODI series 4-1 -- and Southern Stars beat England Women in their ODI cricket match as well -- and we had (in order): Vegemite-on-toast, Twisties, VB, garlic/chilli PRAWNS, snags-on-buns and a great Aussie white to 'go with'. Champion day. Happy [yesterday'> Straya Day, everyone! :)
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Latest post on 27 January 2014 - 10:49
would be better to say that they gathered. Agree. 'Clustered' isn't technically incorrect; it just sounds incorrect. Still ... 'Stood in a cluster' is unwieldy and not good either. ;)
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 12:01
I'm sure there are things floating around, but in the meantime, you should check out the Emirates Festival of Literature. Some of the workshops might suit you beautifully. https://www.emirateslitfest.com/workshops
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Latest post on 21 January 2014 - 23:41
Good luck again. I really hope the situation sorts itself out. The father sounds waaaay overprotective to my mind. And if his son is here, then really: what harm in his daughter doing her job albeit in Europe for a few months? Especially with the extra money you offer? Sounds like a heavenly job! :)
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Latest post on 21 January 2014 - 23:19
Just had another thought ... maybe - if you feel you can trust the father, that is - you could utilise him to 'help' you while you're on holidays? Say, he could pop around and do a check of your garden, make sure water isn't leaking out of pipes or ... whatever (!!) and maybe throw a few dhs his way as recompense for the 'help'? Again, I don't know your living arrangements or whether you have other staff, but it might be worth trying that ploy. As an aside: we don't go away for the whole summer but even when we've been gone for just a few weeks, I do try to get a friend to swing by and see that all is as it should be in our absence. ;)
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Latest post on 21 January 2014 - 23:14
Hmm. Is this daughter - your helper - the father's only family out here? If he is out here then he can't be *too* elderly to work because as an expat he can't exactly retire out here unless he has shedloads of money ... so if I was in your shoes, I would still try and have a 'sit down' with him - whether it's just you or your DH or (strength in numbers: both of you!) and explain just how vital to your trip your helper's presence will be. Perhaps hint that you won't be able to go away at ALL unless she is there to help. Obviously, she is a good employee and you don't want to lose her, but what would the reaction be if you were to suggest that you may have to replace her if she can't come with you? Might sound drastic and your bluff might be called, but it sounds like you're desperate so it may come to that. The important thing is: involve him in the process/discussion. If she and her father are as close as it sounds - and it also sounds like he rules the roost - then easing him into the idea of her being away again will be easier with a united front. No dad likes their 'little girl' to go away for long periods, but this *is* her job and I would imagine you explained that to her (and him) before. Might be time to play a LITTLE bit of 'hard ball' and see what happens ... that is, if you can't persuade him gently/kindly first. I still think it's worth a shot to try and change his mind though. :)
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Latest post on 21 January 2014 - 22:55
This might be the wrong advice since I don't know the nationality/religion of your helper, but would it be worth you or your DH having a sit-down with her father and finding out what's causing the issue? With your maid's permission, of course. Maybe her father thinks the trip allowed her to indulge in permissive behaviour or something? Maybe he needs to be reassured of her safety? Maybe he thinks that she's had one O/S trip and doesn't 'need' another one? Maybe he wants her to stay so she can get work in the holidays on the side (and bring in extra money)? Sorry. Clutching for reasons here. Good luck.
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Latest post on 18 January 2014 - 10:23
It's a pity she wants to leave hairdressing because if she's as good as you say she is, then there are good jobs to be had out here for a LOT more money - and a lot more easily - than some front-desk job. Especially if she's white and from UK. Seriously, if she wants to move to Dubai, she should consider sticking to what she knows and the thing in which she excels. Receptionist/office-type jobs are around, sure, but if you can pay a good-looking Filipina a quarter of the money to do the same thing (better, if said Filipina has experience) then why would you employ a Brit to do the same thing and have to pay more money? Same goes for customer service. It's not what you know; it's who you know. And there are shedloads of people from other countries who will accept a lower pay packet to do the same thing. Sorry. Freelance? Not allowed. No ifs/no buts. It's illegal. If it were my 21-year-old sister, I'd say that if she wants to 'pack her bags', that she should accept that the best gig for her out here would be in the role in which she has the most experience. If she decides she wants to be a hairdresser, then she *will* find something out here, after a lot of looking, but it will pay more/equivalent of UK rates (with no tax). If she wants to get an office job? She should get one in the UK and get more experience in that role before she moves out here. A 21-year-old trying to find a job in that arena is going to find it VERY tough indeed given the competition from other nations' expats who will accept a lower pay grade for the same work. And as I said: they will all have more experience. Dubai is a great place for young people to find their feet but in this post-Great Recession world, it will be uber-difficult for your sister to easily find a job she loves that pays something resembling a food allowance. ;) Good luck to her though. Hopefully others will have some advice too. Hope I've not been too much of a downer! PS. I have a friend in her 20s from Australia who is hairdressing out here and she LOVES it. She is paid way more than back in Oz, pretty much chooses her hours/clients, and is saving money while having a great time. No way could she do the same if she was in an office job.
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 22:26
ohhhh was wondering about Coast , too ! First thought it was my car radio, than my home radio... Loved them, all oldies but goodies, and just enough of the actual top of the pops...they have been around for years... But are they really gone ? Because weirdly enough, they are still playing on internet ! Don't get it... Is there a possibility that the radio mast/tower could have been damaged during the rain last weekend? The radio's been off since then and this has happened in the past ... Just can't figure out why it's on the net but not available in the car, 'tis all.
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 22:19
Four. We paid one in the first year, two in the second, third, fourth, fifth ... 12 in the sixth ... and now we're back to four again. :)
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 08:52
Is the business fully registered? I thought most home based businesses were illegal - but perhaps this has changed I wonder about that too. There was a discussion a few days back (maybe?) where the OP was asking for recommendations for a one-year-old's birthday cake and I was startled to see how many people knew someone who 'worked from home' and 'had a page on FB' etc etc ... I do wonder how many of these cake-making cottage industries are actually legal.
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 08:47
No worries. I had no idea that some companies didn't allow it and as I said: we've been carting our dogs 'round in various rental cars for years. We've never been asked about it - not that we've asked them either! - so always assumed it was fine. To be honest, our dogs are very clean and good and lie on a blanket in the back (they're good travellers); I bet they're less messy than a lot of toddlers! ;)
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Latest post on 15 January 2014 - 08:45
I'd do a search for Mikasa sports products online and contact one of the local distributors to see if they can bring a set of six in for you (if they don't have them in stock already, that is). Not sure where else to try ... and not sure if there are any local leagues that could help you! Good luck.
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 19:09
You *might* want to reconsider the subject line of this topic. You mean 'How', right? Not ... 'ho'? ;)
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 19:06
1- Was the attendant right in his opinion that the child should not be allowed Pepsi ? My answers would be 1- Yes I would have had a completely sad yet sugar-free childhood, Gentle, had I not been allowed that one rare tiny can of fizz -- remember: the airline size is a LOT smaller than 330ml -- when we flew on holidays. Thank goodness there were no flight attendants around to tell my parents I shouldn't have one. PS. I still have all my own teeth. No fillings. And I'm in my late 40s. ;) . <em>edited by LadyBee on 14/01/2014</em>
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 19:01
Thank you both. Yes, all of us are British. LadyBee - can you recommend the home relocation expert you used please? Thanks again Unfortunately, the lady I used no longer does private commissions -- this was some years ago -- but I just spoke to her and she recommended a lady called Gloria, whom she says is 'excellent'. Her number is +971 50 738 0818. Give her a call, exchange email addresses and take it from there (would be my advice). :)
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 17:21
That said, we *were* allowed on very rare occasions as a super special treat, to drink soft drinks and one of those times was, guess what, when we were flying somewhere on holidays. You've jogged my memory LadyBee! We were the same, parents super strict with food and drinks but I remember the excitement when we were allowed a can of fizz on the couple of occasions we flew internationally. Fanta, it was like liquid gold. Ohhh yes. You bet! Sugar heaven! Orange-coloured tongue for days! LOL! :D
 
 
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