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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 11:05
fairwater - where was the location of the kids activites? Was it in one restaurant or spread over a few?
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 09:38
Hi any feedback on Thyme Brunch at Oasis Beach Tower - there is an offer on with the Entertainer - its it a good choice of fodd & ok for kids?
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 09:10
thanks
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Latest post on 26 September 2011 - 12:15
Hi That's awful, but not suprised. I have seen alot of unethical drivers around. I check my car, but wouldn't be suprised if I came back & found one too. You see loads driving round who just keep the dents. Not sure on how much repairs are around here either - hope its not as dear as everything else! Good luck x
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 12:14
thanks
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Latest post on 15 September 2011 - 14:45
thanks :)
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Latest post on 15 September 2011 - 13:49
Hi I'd like to attend the meeting on Sunday for EW but unsure how to get to Dusit Thani from Arabian Ranches, new here - sorry to gate crash the thread! thanks
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Latest post on 12 September 2011 - 22:13
thanks!
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 21:46
I was an avid fan of this! Then when I got married at Xmas, had makeup lady do wedding make up, she used bobby brown's new concealer set! best one I have ever come across. As soon as I could I went & got one. It's a bit different! A concealer then a highlighter on top. Gave my spare touch éclat away to my sis! X wouldn't ever buy anything else
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 16:38
I was actully on holiday with friends here at the mina on JBR - that's as far as JBR was then, with Hard Rock in full swing. My 1st & only visiti to Dubai. Little did we know 10 years later we would be living here! ( moved over 3 weeks ago)
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Latest post on 06 September 2011 - 09:21
I'm keen to learn more about this diet - its supposed to be one of the best ones - any advise on where I can do my research to prep up?
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 12:52
we are off to our induction tonight - got daughters in fs2 & yr 4, new to dubai. so looking forward to seeing it later x
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 21:26
Hi I've been the Mina Al Salam one - which is more child friendly. Both excellent food. Not sure if this is the same at xmas. I went off recommendation off here for the Mina Al Salam with kids & wasn't disappointed. have heard that Bubblicious at Westin has even more for children, but again unsure of xmas time.
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Latest post on 24 August 2011 - 23:02
Hi Kelly thanks as a newbie - where is "Ty hat act " or is that the name of the product. Have been down to local chemist & got some conjunctivitus drops to ease a little , but need a longer term option/ prevention, as only can use for a few days thanks Lorna
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Latest post on 24 August 2011 - 18:41
Hi - I have only been here a few days & struggling with heat & air con. Any advise - I wear contact lenses, but have been wearing less since I have been here & optician back home recommended my to go on dailies - which a brought over & have high moisture content - but am now struggling with sore dry eyes & not sure what to do - any advise? Have started putting a few drops in too. But have never had problems wearing contacts in the Uk for over 12 hrs per day & on pc screens too!
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Latest post on 25 July 2011 - 19:36
Welcome Nessie - we move over in a couple of weeks to Dubai from the UK - managed to get both of mine into new Gems DSO ( Silican Oasis) school opening in September which is UK cirriculum, mine are aged 4 1/2 & 8years. We chose to live on Arabian Ranches - there is a school bus that will run from DSO to AR. But will wait till mine are all setteld before I add that on the list. We get regular updatres on the school & the rest of Gems school in Dubai have great reputations. We struggled getting into schools with Uk cirriculum, long waiting lists etc..... you can also live near school at Silcon Oasis - its an up & coming area - still in development - has supermarket, shops & rest - but I wanted something a little more set up so we can meet others quick etc.....
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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 00:48
Hi, my girls are in DSO, we are still in the uk at the moment, goods on their way! We have got a villa at Arabian Ranches, we did the commute a few times when where house hunting, was only 12 - 15 mins. Mine are going into fs2 and Yr 4. looking forward to it, but has been a steep learning curve! Getting school & house sorted!
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 21:38
Thanks! X
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 00:41
Yes - I know, container arrives week before / 10 days at Jebel Ali, we have an estimated delivery date to the villa after clearing customs of the 18th Aug including allowance for Ramadan , we are using Britannia - so hoping they know their stuff!! So fingers crossed!
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 18:03
thanks cymraes - all our furniture is on its way today, we land on the 17th & at house from the morning of the 18th when container lands , hopefully at the door - we will have loads to sort so will be glad we can get stuff near by
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 18:33
These are both excellent, we went last time I came over Mina A Salaam better for children , I am praying they do one for August - would love to go back again! We are due over till mid August & vouchers are for end of July
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 18:33
thanks
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 16:17
where's that? Sorry not heard of it!
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 15:54
Thanks rubberduck - we have the rabes done. Have posted wanted ad on gumtree - none in our area! Ours is a large beagle so need large one or x large. thanks for you help, x
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 12:26
Have been & logged on Groupon & can't see the deal anymore - I assume its been taken off. Which Lasik place was it for?
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 12:22
Thanks Rubberduck - can i be cheek & ask roughly how much it cost you - to compare as would prefer to do it direct rather than paying loads of commission, everything else is costing so much. Did you have to pay for a special crate for them? <em>edited by lcoolie on 30/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 00:25
Rubber duck - hope you are settling in ok! Can I ask who did you use to transport your dog over! We have a lot of very different quotes? How's your dog coping with the heat! A bit diff to here in the UK x
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 00:22
Thanks for that- sounds like I need to ditch food & candles! Sound like a good excuse for a party! Good job hubby is over in Dubai before the container arrives in 2 weeks to see the evidence!
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Latest post on 29 June 2011 - 19:08
thanks!
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Latest post on 29 June 2011 - 18:44
For Dragon - did you get yours done in Dubai ( if so where) I have wanted to get this done for year, now approaching 40 & moving to Dubai next month, can't afford it yet - but would love to know where a good place in Dubai is to get it done as I am worried about sand in the air & contact lens!!!
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Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 12:19
thanks
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Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 01:07
Just added this on main forum to someone else's question.We are new to Dubai, got 2 girls starting in sept. After struggling to get in schools, really pleased with this choice so far. Head has good reputation. Hubby , is over in Dubai, has been to every update meeting and has met most of the team, and comes back with v positive comments. Gems has good reputation, so I'm sure it will quickly find it alongside their existing ones. They seem very organised, regular updates & parent meetings? Every time I have emailed asking questions, I have got a quick response. <em>edited by lcoolie on 23/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 00:59
Hi, we have our 2 girls starting in Sept at DSO. We move over to AR in mid Aug. We struggled getting in schools, but head here has good reputation & gems have a good track record? Hubby has been to every update meeting & met most of the people there! His feedback is always good, we havevsince turned a couple other places down, as now Prefer this, and both in same school. So pleased so far, will have to wait & see once it's up & running. Slightly diff situation as we are newbies to Dubai. I also like it's new to all students so my daughter won't be the new girl! They all will be! Plus similar on the parent side, we are all new to the school, rather than trying to fit in with established groups.
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Latest post on 20 June 2011 - 17:53
We are moving over in late Aug & have just got house org in AR. Commute seems ok to Silicon Oasis , just wondered who else had children going to DSO from here , as most seem to be at Jess, ( but waiting lists far too long for there for us)? <em>edited by lcoolie on 20/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 20 June 2011 - 17:47
Wow - good luck! We have a few more weeks to go until we arrive at Arabian Ranches! Will love to here back on how your dogs coped on the plane & also 1st couple of weeks in the heat as worried about ours 10yr old beagle&gt; Anyway enjoy exploring your new surroundings!!
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 02:11
Hi, Try London Hilton Metropol hotel, has a internal pool, next Edgeware rd tube. Have done few conferences there and have stayed a couple times with kids? Very modern. As it's a little out of the main centre! Prices are cheaperbthan other hiltons such as park lane etc.........
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 15:44
Forgot to say we are doign via agency - have you done this? If so which one did you use, we just have got quotes so far not booked it yet as waiting to see when our stuff is leaving to be shipped before I book our flights thanks
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 15:42
Hi thanks for that , we will get hold of the Doghouse asap - thanks for the advise Claire Rubberduck - where abouts are you coming from in the UK - seen a few of your posts - looks like we are in the same boat, but you are over sooner. I am not coming till mid August due to kids schools & have now managed to get a place on AR in Alvorada 1. The whole process has been a big learning curve with schools / houses / dog - but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end & also know there will be loads to learn about once we land too!! <em>edited by lcoolie on 08/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 01:08
Hi Thanks so much Alison & Rubberduck! Have been asking agent & hubby ( who's in shot term appartement) all week & they couldn't get the answers! Blokes for ya!! cheers big time! Lorna
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Latest post on 05 June 2011 - 19:04
Hi My hubby as managed to get us a lovely Villa on Alvorada B2, I'm so excited..... - only just need to see if my sofas will fit in the lounge area - can anyone let me have the dimension of the wall nr the small terrace length & also the one that runs next to it up to the large terrace - a long shot I know - but big thanks for any one who can help! x As can only find basic room layouts & need to pack it into container in the UK, but only want to bring if it will fit
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 22:38
Thanks Snugs - you raise some good points - def going to check it more out & if the pool & club house opens soons - sounds even better
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 18:39
Thanks - we are toying with a smaller place on AR or this - your comments have put me off about the pool, but will def go & have a proper look around thanks
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Latest post on 21 May 2011 - 16:05
Hi Just wondered if anyone had children starting at the new school in Sept. We are moving toi AR in August , girsl in at DSO? Possible future car shares etc...............
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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 22:20
Hi Mom of Twins Make me feel alot better - as we are over in the Ik & just going off what they tell us without seeing the progress. How old are you children goign to DSO? I quite like it that my 8year wont be the new girl in class, they all will be! I know some will know others from other schools- but the school / teachers will be new for them all & Gems do come out well in teh inspections - so really chuff so far, just waiting for the uniform list to some out!
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Latest post on 12 May 2011 - 13:44
Hi FO My hubby's boss & family took us the Meydan Brunch when we came over on a visit in Feb. We went there as they said it was one of the best for kids in Dubai & the food was good - sure was - I didn't see my 2 daughters for hours! Face painting, bouncy castle, girls made their own t-shirts, clowns making balloons, their was a kids food station with chef making fresh foods, ice cream galore, choc fountain with fruit & candy floss. For the adults - again amazing choice - from japanese & thai, to traditional english & italian. This was my one & only brunch in dubai _ and sold it to me!!! There is an inside & outside. To top our visit off there - Harry Rednapp was their with the spurs team - so we managed to get a few autographs too!! But will def go again with the kids when we move over in August! Hope this helps.........
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 18:56
Thanks Shinnynewpony! I will have to check when I get back home later as home email address! Will email you later, thanks again
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 17:52
Yes i would that would be fantastic. Thank you. Hubby is in Dubai at the moment so I can organise getting them off you & getting you the monies . <em>edited by lcoolie on 11/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 17:23
All a big learning curve! Do you have to book these in advance - if so how far in advanced? I will look at Al Qsar - maybe he should treat me as I'm the one left over her juggling full time work & two children & major move!
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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 16:24
Hi I have seen lots of posts on brunch info - so sorry adding another! I am over last weekend of May without the children to sort hopefully sort a house out. decide on where we are going to live with hubby for when I come back with the children to move over permanently in August. I would like to go to a nice place with hubby, serve alcohol, good atmosphere/ friendly ( not too rowdy full of people just out to get drunk) , but not ridiculous price. Somewhere that's going to wow me over as full of mixed emotions at the moment leaving friends & family & job on one hand & excited about our new adventure on the other ! thanks
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Latest post on 01 May 2011 - 20:26
thanks will have a look at this. We are plannign on just renting. I am hopefully coming over end of Juen to do final house hunt with hubby, ready for when I come over with the children in August. my email is [email protected], if you fancy meeting up? Havn't booked flights yet. Handing my notice in at work this week, so will be able to find out when I can get some time off to come over! x
 
 
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