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Latest post on 05 June 2013 - 12:24
thanks got one in Creative Minds - when I finally worked out how to get there amongst the road works!
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Latest post on 04 June 2013 - 18:17
The shoes shown in the pic are made by Coega and all the sports shops sell them. They cost about 50 Dhs and are perfect for the beach and pool. I wouldn't recommend any of the sports brand ones as I find them difficult to get on and off small wet feet but these are like socks.
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 15:35
it's usually a benefit of grade / position and would be part of the company Comp & Ben policies.
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 15:58
if you go to Ace at DFC today or tomorrow everything is 25% off
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 18:52
a friend went last week and some of the rides were out of order or broke down while he was in the Q just about to get on. other rides stopped issuing tickets a couple of hours before the park closed. He loves cars but thought that is was a total waste of money (to be honest I'd be worried about the safety of the rides!) and their was no reimbursement or warning before they paid that all of the rides, including the main one, were not operational.
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Latest post on 20 April 2013 - 20:45
Intersport in Times Square do it
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Latest post on 20 March 2013 - 11:52
I saw them in TRU at Christmas time, pretty sure they still have it. Also saw one in Hamley's but not sure on sizing
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Latest post on 24 February 2013 - 21:35
I'm also in Al Shafar and have a daughter in year 4 at DESS and they do have a lot of friends to mix with. I'm in a three bed with 3 ensuite and 1 downstairs toilet.
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Latest post on 26 January 2013 - 06:00
you can get one in IKEA in the childrens section near the bed clothes, works very well. I put it in between an old bed cover and drape if across the bed so it's really easy to whip off in the night and the bed is dry underneath.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 16:32
Have you checked your drainage pipe. I had the same problem recently with the dishwasher and then the washing machine and it turns out that the drainage pipe was blocked and couldn't cope with the force of the water. In my case the plumber kept telling me the problem was with my dishwasher until I was able to show him the water running down from the pipe in the wall.
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 11:44
they have a lot of stuff in Virgin
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:40
They had Ice Age plush toys in Toy Store in MOE a few months ago
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 08:43
I think Q Home Decor has them, they certainly have a large slim one
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 19:12
thanks Kooky, do you know the name of the clinic so that I can find out if it is on my insurance list
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 07:11
it"s ok but no bouncy castle. They have a ball pool for little kids, gamyboy / Wii, drawing etc. it's a nice brunch and if you have little kids the girls will look after them for you.
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Latest post on 28 October 2012 - 10:13
pass MCC on the right hand side of the main road (Tripoli st changing to Al Rebat St) and go straight following the signs for Business Bay Bridge or Garhoud bridge. 1 straight road takes you to SZR if you follow Garhoud Bridge signs. don't detour to Al Kahil road or Emirates road
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 15:48
He needs to go on the job sites of the big retail companies in the market Al Shaya - Debenhams, Next, Mothercare ......... Al Futtaim - Ikea, M&S, TRU..... Al Tayer - Crate & Barrel, Gap....
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 11:35
the cafe is no longer there (but the empty shop is so who knows what will happen) we have a party room, gym and 2 swimming pools. it is relatively quiet but it depends on where you are located in vicinity to the play area although even with that it's not too bad. the villas are getting on a bit but the manitenance is very good and we have access to plumbers, electricians etc directly from the landlord, infact they are usually in the compound and respond within 5 mins. it's a great place to live if you have kids, they can use their bikes and play football etc. we have very small private garden areas which might be an issue if you want some private space but it is big enough for a BBQ and table and chairs. I've been there for 9 years with no immediate plans to move.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 08:48
Hi, do you mean Al Shafer Village with 84 villas? if so I live there, what do you want to know?
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 17:18
they are giving them out in the cinema upstairs so only if you have seen a movie.
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 12:35
I do know that no new employment visa's are being issued to any Kenyans on a vist visa who have never had an employment visa previously but not aware of any restrictions to Kenyan nationals who are on a residence visa or are transferring to a new visa.
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 14:15
try www.afuturewithus.com for Al Futtaim career website. they have VM positings for M&S, IKEA, Guess, Esprit
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 09:47
I looked at pool tables in Intersport in Times Square and they had a catalogue that you could select from.
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 13:50
try Dubai London Clinic, in DFC I've been able to get an appointment on the same day with the dermatologist.
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 11:07
Hi, Al Shafar is in 59th St Mirdiff, on the same side as Uptown Mirdiff. no other real landmarks if you arent familiar with the area. Easily accessible from 71st Street which is one of the main roads signposted from Algeria st (the single main road that runs through the centre of Mirdiff). if he can find his way to 71st St we have a lot of street sign boards on the street corners that can help. It is a large compund of 84 villas and does have Al Shafar Village written on the outside. You can contact the main office on 04 3384455 or e mail [email protected] for better directions.
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 16:35
I live in Al Shafar Village and have a child at DESS. The current rent is 100K for a 3 bedroom. You can usually rent direct from the landlord and if you ask at the security gate they will tell you if any are vacant and let you see them.
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Latest post on 16 April 2012 - 08:53
I have a large one that I bought in Ace. it might be Coleman brand
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 08:44
Go Sport has 2 different owners here so it would depend on which store you had a problem at who you need to contact.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 16:57
You can get Terro in Ace in Sharjah or Abu Dhabi. it is only banned in Dubai
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Latest post on 25 January 2012 - 10:46
the Whirlpool suppliers are great for repairs and have a very efficient service. Al Ghandi Electonics Dubai - Ras Al Khor Location: Al Ghandi Complex, Ras Al Khor Phone: +971 4 2310300 Fax: +971 4 2310444 Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Showroom Timings: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Saturday - Thursday
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 16:35
agree, great night out and yes it's licensed.
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 13:29
the person referred to previoulsy no longer works for the landlord
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 09:01
I live in Al Shaffar and it's great for kids the ages you have, occasionally can be a bit noisy but not too bad depedndant on where the villa is located linked with the play area. it's a real community and people look out for each other and their kids. the maintenance and swimming pools are great.
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Latest post on 13 December 2011 - 06:02
Their is an advert on the side for Intersport for trampolines.
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Latest post on 07 December 2011 - 15:21
Just had some big drops over Festival City but stopped after a few minutes
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Latest post on 10 September 2011 - 11:24
thanks, thought that might be the case but didn't want to loose some hours of my life on a wasted visit;)
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 14:52
Hi Purple, they always go back the day after DESS starts and DESS starts on the 11th. I have their calendar that was issued beofre the summer and it is definately 12th Sept. If someone has been told 13th it may be becuse they aren't attending the full 5 days or to stagger the starting dates of the "newbies"
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 12:40
Your husband can pay a deposit at the immigration office to keep your visa valid. They will give you a document that can be used to process his cancellation. Once his new visa is stamped he goes back to immigration with his visa copy / passport and they update the system and he gets the deposit back. Much better than needing to go for a medical for a new visa.
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 09:33
it actually re opens on Monday the 12th according to their calendar.
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 08:48
I believe that they are issued via one central office now and they only issue a certain number of tickets per day and the process takes a few days. a colleague wasn't able to obtain one recently for a business trip as he wasn't there early enough to get a ticket (need to Q from midnight apparently). sorry I don't know any other info apart from the office is located somewhere in Deira.
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Latest post on 20 June 2011 - 15:48
You can also try the Park Hyatt, they have a beautiful location that is perfect for a small wedding party. it's set up a little like a wine cellar.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:43
IKEA sell one that attaches to the wall and can be folded up when not in use.
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Latest post on 14 May 2011 - 17:13
Thanks for the responses. We've done all the checks at the doctor and all seems to be ok, she's just such a deep sleeper. We're working on lifting her at night and it seems to be working quite well, so I'll keep on with that and see how it goes.
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Latest post on 06 May 2011 - 11:50
Yes it's open. The best time to visit is between 7.45 - 8.30 in the morning when everyone is downstairs.
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 12:06
Does anyone know if these are availalbe to buy in Dubai. I know I can order online but would prefer to see it before I buy one. thanks
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Latest post on 14 April 2011 - 08:33
Agree with the Terro from Ace it worked well for me and kept them at bay for over a year before they came back and it has worked again.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 16:04
Thai airways used to be very at this type of deal, they have an office in Deira, or did have last time I looked.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 14:25
I think she will need to travel into India then from Indai to Dubai.
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Latest post on 02 April 2011 - 06:47
thanks for the updates and offers, it's only my husband and his business partner that require it but I'd be interested in more details of the RAK route - is it quicker than Hatta?
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Latest post on 27 January 2011 - 16:15
Yes it can be done at the British Embassy, you need to take the original and copy with you and it takes 24 hours.
 
 
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