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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 21:43
Crikey, I pay more than that, I think I paid 800 last time, I am being robbed !! My hair is shoulder length. Anyway, I will take the pain of the cost as I am always happy with the result and I have heard way to many horror stories of hairdressers in Dubai to risk trying anywhere else for a less expensive option. My hairdresser at home commented they were really good highlights and even the cut was good (which I had doubted), so I am happy enough I found someone who does a good job on my hair.
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Latest post on 10 November 2011 - 00:12
If it's a Schengen Visa, then the rule is she should be employed by you for 12 months previous. But it does depend on the country, Switzerland abide strictly to the 12 month rule, Belgium were more realistic and accepted a 10 month employment history. It was a 2 week process, with a lot of documents to fill in and having all the supporting information, travel docs, insurance, proof of accommodation etc. I don't remember exactly how much it was, which means it must not have been too outrageously expensive. Good Luck. <em>edited by mum2girls on 10/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 21:43
Just had Marblelife do the complete downstairs of a Hattan house and the upstairs master bedroom and it cost AED3000. 2 of the rooms had to be grinded to remove scratches, the rest of the floors were polished and re-sealed. Marblelife were great, really professional team and the result is great. P.S. surprised at they quote they gave you, you should ask them to re-quote. Apparently they are the best company to use, my neighbor has tried several and she said they are the only ones's she would recommend <em>edited by mum2girls on 08/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 21:34
Yes, I have gone through something similar in the UK, it too was my toughest expat post. I went to every kiddie activity in the hope of meeting some other Moms, but it never happened. I joined a few groups, the gym, but I did not make any friends. I finally made friends with a lovely Aussie lady 4 months before we were moved, she was in the same boat as me finding it pretty much impossible to meet others. I found most Moms with young kids had bonded through the NCT groups and were long time friends, and a bit cliquey to outsiders. Maybe if we had been there on a long term basis, seeing the same people for years I might have eventually found a group of friends, but the UK was definitely not an easy posting. The UK is likely in our future again, sooner rather than later, and I know I will be dreading it when the time comes. Sorry Frenchy, I am no help really, but I do know exactly where you are coming from ((hugs)) <em>edited by mum2girls on 08/11/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 16:52
I think the Spa at Grosvenor House does, can't be 100% sure though.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 06:55
Wow, so they condone an 18 hour work day, lovely !!!
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 22:27
I would not hire a houseboy. I am basing my perspective solely on a very limited (next to nothing) experience. There are two houseboys who live on our street, I swear they freeze mid-activity the minute I walk out my front door and they follow me with their eyes until I get into my car. I absolutely hate it and want to scream at them 'what the eff are you looking at". They do the same with any female walking past them, just stop what they are doing and watch .... ugh !! It is so disconcerting to be watched in that manner, turns my stomach. I would hate to have someone like that living in my home. From what I see of a lot of these immigrant male workers, that is their modus operandi, the never ending staring, I just wonder what is going on in their heads. ....... Sorry for the rant, and I have absolutely no experience of a houseboy working in my home or for any of my friends, so not much help at all really ! <em>edited by mum2girls on 30/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 26 October 2011 - 16:39
We were planning on going for this EID but we cancelled. There were some recent disturbances in Cairo with several people killed and hundreds injured, there was also 1 day of strikes at the airport that was apparently total chaos and people got stuck for hours on aircraft on the runway with delays of up to 2 days. Plus the first elections are coming up at the end of November, so there is a risk that could also spark more violence at any time. I think it is okay generally, and Sharm would be the safest bet if you could get a direct flight. We have friends who live there and their life is not impacted at all, although their company is moving the families out for a few weeks around the time of the elections. Personally, I just didn't want to risk the inconvenience if anything did blow up and I am sure I would feel uneasy most of the time. But I am extremely risk averse at the best of times, that's just me !!
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Latest post on 26 October 2011 - 08:54
Molly has a point, but on the rare occasion where I have had to cancel private lessons on the day, I have always offered to pay but it has always been declined. However, it can works both ways. Last year we had a tutor who was very unreliable and often cancelled at the last minute, I was already mad enough about it, but I would have been livid if I had paid her in advance.
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Latest post on 26 October 2011 - 08:22
In fact, for my Personal training instructor, I either pay per session at the end of the PT session, or I can buy 10 in advance and avail of a discount for the advance block booking.
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Latest post on 26 October 2011 - 08:19
Freelance I pay lesson by lesson in cash and that's 4 different freelance activities with 4 different people. Personally I think that is the norm amongst the people I know who hire freelance instructors. Activities organised by a company (swimming lessons, ballet, golf ) I pay for 5 or 10 in advance.
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 19:54
LOL, sorry it does read like I give her a 1 year bonus, **** no !!! What I meant to say is that I will give her a bonus when she has worked for me for 1 year and probably an annual bonus after that.
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 15:49
I pay 2000 and I know most of my friends who arrived here same time as me (Sept2010) also pay 2000. The people I know who have been here longer pay no more than 1700, with one of them paying 1500. So I think when you are new they definitely rack it up a bit. I will not be giving her a salary increase, I will give her a one year bonus (which she already owes back to me!). PS Blimey, most organisations do align their salaries to the market. In all the companies I have worked for HR will benchmark all the jobs/positions to the market rate, even the most generous International organisations have their salaries benchmarked. The company will then decide where they want to anchor their salary scale against that benchmark. (i.e. be in line with the highest payers, or be at 70% of the market rate etc) <em>edited by mum2girls on 25/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 15:37
thank you Kelly, I emailed you. You can remove your email addy now.
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 14:07
K, would you mind giving me the guys details please. We are probably only going to be here another 2 years, so if I got that length of time out of it it would be worth it.
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 08:00
It sounds very similar to a maternity nurse, (without the chinese herb aspect and not necessarily over 50). There are lots of UK agencies who provide maternity nurses overseas, you might even find an asian one who could incorporate the chinese practices. best of luck with the new baby.
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Latest post on 18 October 2011 - 21:08
Thank you ladies, I guess that is why Khasab hotel is full and Dibba is not for EID ! Is it doable to stay in RAK and drive to Khasab for the day ? is it the Khasab border crossing which can be really long ? have promised the kids a dolphin trip,
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 09:06
similar to the sponsorship rules here in Dubai. Proposed new visa rules would mean that migrant domestic workers could not work for anyone else other than the employer who brought them into the UK, in an effort to curb immigration fraud and misuse. It is being met with lots of opposition in the UK, as they say this leaves migrant workers open to abuse and enslavement. There has got to be some kind of happy medium, the UK is definitely too lax but implementing the sponsorship rules might be taking it to the other extreme.
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 08:54
Thank Guinness, I was hoping that would be okay, but you never know what it allowed or not ! I don't want to find I put all of us in a sticky situation because I chose to believe what I want to believe
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 13:00
Sorry you are dealing with this, sounds like something might be going on at school, but it could also be an age thing and nothing more. My daughter turned into the she-devil around the age of 7, while she didn't get into trouble at school, she was a nightmare to live with at home. It all slowly came back to normal within a few months. At that time someone quoted to me 'When your kids are the least loveable is the time when they need the most love". Must admit I did not always abide by that, however it is one of those phrases that now always pops back into my head whenever I am about to lose it with them. <em>edited by mum2girls on 16/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 October 2011 - 17:47
At Spinneys (Town Center) last year, you could pre-order your turkey, ham, lamb, roast joint up to about 10 days before christmas. We opted for the cooked Turkey from Marriott and it was outstanding, and I am very picky about my christmas turkey! I think the order had to be in latest by about 1 week before christmas. I agree with Claire, homemade Roasties are the way to go, I also made my own Sage and Onion stuffing, but the stuffing which came with the Turkey was great, so this year I won't bother making my own. The Marriot mince pies were the best I have ever eaten, will be buying double the quantity this year. All the best with the arrival of your little one, what a very precious christmas this will be for you ! Make the most of it !!
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 14:02
I also got a recommendation for Dr. Khan at Cooper Clininc, from this website. He is really lovely and kind with the kids and I would say he is pretty thorough, although we have only been to him for the usual kid illnesses and immunizations.
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 13:55
Dear Rux, I am so very sorry to read of all the health issues you are dealing with. I am afraid I don't know any cardiologist in Dubai. But I had a similar situation when I needed major surgery after just moving country. I knew none of the Dr.'s and did no know anyone I could ask for a recommendation. I would suggest,(which is what I did) to ssk Dr. Kazim, (particularly if she is the one you have faith in), Ask her if it was herself, her mother, her daughter , what Dr. would she be going to or sending her loved one to for an angioplast ...... would she do it in Dubai ? or would she go elsewhere ? Then ask the same question's to the Dr. who is treating you for the other illnesses. These Dr.'s all know each other very well and know the reputable ones and and who to avoid, (even if it is one of their own colleague). sometimes when you make it more personal for them, it hits home and they will tell you, usually along with a disclaimer. Good luck, what a worrying time for you.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 16:34
Thanks P1. I just checked the map and I was at Beach Center, the one with Zaks and the party shops, which is directly after the Zoo, If I had driven a little further on I would have come to Century Plaza.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 14:04
Town Center, Beach Road, Jumeriah (directly after Dubai Zoo) has 2 party shops with a huge selection of kids and adults costumes, The shop upstairs is quite a bit cheaper than the one downstairs, so if you are going, make the upstairs shop your 1st call.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 13:57
Well, what I should have said was that I wanted edible decorations ! MOE Tavola, don't do edible's, the guy said only 3 Tavola stores do edible's, Mirdiff shopping center, Mercato and Century Plaza. So I head off to Mercato, they don't edibles, the assistant there said none of their shops do edibles, they don't have a licence to sell edibles, (however I have bought gingerbread house and cookie kits at christmas). She gave me directions to Century Plaza, as that is their biggest store, which she said was directly after Dubai Zoo, but that is Town Center and no Tavola shop. I gave up and came home While I still don't have my edible icing and edible decorations, I am now the proud owner of a cool cookie making machine-thingy and some cute shaped cupcake tins, which I don't need and never even thought I wanted !
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 08:49
It does seem to be every branch except the one I tried ! LOL Thanks ladies
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Latest post on 06 October 2011 - 21:27
I have had a few interviews which were in hotels (in Europe), always the initial interview, so I don't think it is that unusual at all. Companies can arrange hotel interviews for a variety of reasons. I don't think you did anything wrong in asking them to clarify where in the hotel the interview would be held. If it was insinuated it was a hotel room, than I would have run a mile.
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 15:30
Sign says Mid October.
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 15:29
S.M.A.R.T. Fitness, fantastic ! Cost is 300AED per PT, 2500 for 10 paid in advance
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 15:26
We went to Ferrari World, 2 weeks ago on a Friday. We arrived as it opened at 12.00 and we had the place to ourselves. The big ride only opened at 3pm, the queue was less than 30 minutes. The place started to fill up around 5pm, just as we were leaving. You can also buy VIP tickets to bypass the queue, we didn't bother so I don't know how expensive they are. We thought it was a very pleasant day out and really enjoyed ourselves and I certainly wouldn't write it off at all !.
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 23:05
As a run to the fish market is not on the agenda, where would I get fresh top quality seafood ? Galleries Lafayette, Spinneys, Carrefour ? Thanks
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 20:35
If you bought your printer in Europe, you may not be able to find the cartridge here. We discovered the cartridge for our HP was not available here at all. I intended stocking up on cartridges when we travelled back, but then there was that terrorist scare out of Dubai with printer cartridges, so thought better of carrying back a stock in our luggage. We ended up buying the updated model of the same printer here with the ME spec cartridge and I have to say the cartridges barely last any time, we always seem to be replacing them, it's really frustrating. I have since heard an advertisement on the radio for a place which will refill your printer cartridges for you, but I can't remember any of the details.
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 22:30
Thanks ladies for the quick responses, I have no clue about this pet/animal stuff. Will try to find her owners and if not, I guess we will adopt her.
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 14:39
We went end of August this year and stayed at the Disneyland Hotel, rates dropped quite dramatically as of August 30th. As Emmeness says, midweek was quiet(ish), but Saturday and Sunday were hellish, crowded and it was really hot. Disneyland Hotel is perfect as you are right at the gate to the Park and if you need to go back to the room at any point during the day it is so convenient. Particularly if you want to hang around for the electrical parade and fireworks, which in the summer is around 11pm, it was nice not to have to deal with shuttle buses or taxis at that hour. You get access to the park 2 hours early and you also get fastpass for some of the rides. Food is pretty awful there though, both the fast food and the 'fine-dining' are well below par, but you gotta eat !! ETA, breakfast was not bad at all. <em>edited by mum2girls on 02/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 18:11
I was really interested too, but someone I know who did a few modules in the UK was very disappointed, which made me reconsider as it's quite a bit of money to shelve out. I tried to search one of the tutors names and her name only comes up on the Dubai module and not for the London courses (and I couldn't decide if that was a positive or a negative considering my friends input) so I decided I will wait to hear the feedback from the Dubai sessions. Will be really interested to know how it goes, if it is a success I am sure they will run them again and I will probably sign up for the next round. Really need to get my brain back into gear now all the kids are at school and thought that would be a nice way to get started at something.
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 17:45
Have heard the short courses are a big waste of money !
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 18:45
There is a compound called Palma Springs that is next to WIS, they are older type villas, low rise. There are some new villas, modern looking, white (I think) I think that is called Nakheel Villas, but not sure. No clue about landlords or contact names, sorry !
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 22:23
My husband did Lively and lost 5 kgs in 1 month. He liked the food and said he rarely felt hungry. It costs AED3,000 per month
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 09:56
I would say any of the hotel restaurants would be good for kids, as they are used to having families there. I find Italian restaurants are always pretty good for kids, good choice of kid friendly food. Bice in the Hilton is very nice, not sure if they have a kids menu though. The other place we like to go with our kids is to MORE cafe, but I have only been there for lunch, so I don't know if it is really an evening dinner place. Enjoy !
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 07:24
Scribs, those are my two favourite resorts in Switzerland and would be my recommendation too, both are car free. If you do choose Saas Fee, make sure you stay on the right side of the village near the slopes and ski lifts, the other end of the village means ski bus and can be a pain. Beginners slopes in Saas Fee are in the village which is a real plus. It is also the highest resort in Switzerland which makes it snow sure, with global warming, don't even think about a low altitude resort. BTW, if you fly SWISS, you can check your bags in at Dubai and they will send them directly to your ski resort, you pick them up later that day or next morning at the bus/train station, It is great if you are taking the train !
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 17:41
I just got a quote from them for some garden work, they are a real pain about giving quotes We need some trees taken down, grass relaid and then maintenance, they came and did a survey and then came back with a quote for uprooting the trees, but would not quote for the rest of the work, they said after the 1st part of the job is done they would quote for the grass, after the grass is done only then would they quote for the garden maintenance. When the guy came with the quote for the trees I badgered him into quoting for the garden maintenance and I got a verbal quote of AED600 per month for 3 times per week maintenance, we have a postage stamp size of garden with no shrubs or anything. Our neighbors who have a glorious garden full of shrubs and trees, also pay them 600AED for 3x week, so that seems to be their price. They do a fantastic job on our neighbors garden. I didn't get a quote for the pool, we use Those Pool Guys and I think we pay 600AED per month for 2xweek. <em>edited by mum2girls on 19/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 22:16
There are different package prices. I did basic one, with birthday cake, McDonalds, drinks and a short Disco and games, and I think it was about 210AED per kid with a minimum of 10 kids.
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 14:28
would you consider using a holiday au-pair ? My SIL had a medical student who spent the summer travelling with them and she was a dream, another friend found a lovely Irish girl who was in teacher training. It is a lot less expensive than using the nanny agencies. They both found them on Greataupair.com, there are lots of university students advertising there looking for work during the summer holidays (and christmas holidays too). If you do decide to use a nanny agency, I used one called www.holidaynanny.org, the hours were flexible, you buy a package of x hours per week, and you can use the hours as you need, definitely more expensive than au pair, but a lot less expensive than the nanny agencies, as you don't have to pay the big upfront agency fees that most nanny agencies require. They are all first aid trained, will help with cooking and cleaning, and fantastic with keeping the kids occupied. Good luck with the surgery !
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 18:37
on a recommendation from here, we tried the Marriot Habtoor for cooked Turkey, honestly I wasn't expecting it to be as good as a home cooked turkey, but it was incredible, best Turkey we have ever had. I will be using them again this year. It comes with all the trimmings, but I did make my own roast potato and sage stuffing (BTW their stuffing was sooo good) You do have to collect it yourself, they don't do home delivery.
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 20:55
my daughter went there this past school year and she loved it. she was almost 3 when she started. I think it is dependent on the teacher you get, I was not overly happy with the teacher my daughter had, but she still seemed to learn quite a bit but most importantly, was always happy to go to 'school', she keeps asking about her teachers and school over the summer months. They used to do hot meals for lunch, which was an absolute blessing, but I understand now the kids have to take packed lunch.
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 22:54
ps. Just to forewarn you, Geneva has the worst housing shortage, it is almost impossible to find decent rental property.
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 22:48
There is now a bi-lateral agreement between the EU and Switzerland, so I believe that as an EU citizen you can now work in Switzerland, there should be not be any more restrictions, but I don't know if that is actually implemented or not. As Swiss Sandy says, commuting to Lausanne from Annecy or Evian would be difficult. There are other French towns on the Lausanne side of the lake, Divonne les Bains (property quite expensive, but still cheaper than Switzerland), is a good option, and it is very close to the Coppet Motorway exit for easy access to Lausanne and Geneva. Less expensive places on the French side close to Lausanne and Geneva, would be Ferney and Echenevex, Thoiry. The La Cote area of the lake is quite expensive, but there are some lovely villages above places like Morges, which would not be as expensive as areas such as Nyon, Rolle etc. There are so many International organisations and multinational companies in the area, that you could find work without speaking French, obviously having French would be an advantage. I LOVE Geneva, would live there in a heartbeat again. IF your OH is going to a Swiss Franc package he will be laughing all the way to the bank !!!
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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 14:29
PS. Our contract is an expatriate contract, with our home base being our country of origin. I know there are also expatriate contracts which are local based and I don't have any experience to share about those.
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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 14:13
We had a tenancy agreement signed before our residency permits came through (about 3 months before our residency permits). The company did it on our behalf. Sounds like you are a little bit burned by the poor handling of your transfer. However, most Intl. companies, do reserve the right to modify expat conditions, so I don't think that is too unusual (in our experience and friends experience). We have had it in our International assignment contracts now for over 10 years, so in our case it has nothing to do with the crises (Large multinational organisation). Our cost of living is modified every 3 or 6 months, there is also an exchange rate adjustment every 6 or 12 months. Country hardship status's can be modified thereby decreasing or increasing the hardship portion of your package. Housing can be modified up or down in accordance with the local market, (usually annually). Any of the nice to have perks can be changed at any time. Prior to our arrival, the company cancelled beach club membership and golf membership perks, those were cancelled unilateraly for everyone. My husbands company used to pay all facilities costs (electricty, water, phone etc), but that was recently capped and that was implemented immediately and across the board. What can not change is our salary, bonus structure, pension, healthcare etc. and also our right to be repatriated to our home country whenever we want to. In our case a the major changes (travel, car allowances, housing etc) are implemented for new expats while existing contracts remain for the duration of the assignment which is usually 3 years or less, but that is discretionary. Good luck. edited by mum2girls on 27/07/2011 <em>edited by mum2girls on 27/07/2011</em>
 
 
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