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Latest post on 06 April 2016 - 10:42
Hi there Does anyone know if the nova t copper iud is available to buy in Dubai? And if not any ideas where I can get it from? Have checked online but can't find the info. Thanks.
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Latest post on 01 January 2015 - 16:45
DC does not have a feeder school, entrance is based on how the individual does at the DC entrance exam and I know of children who have gone from JPS, Kings, JESS, JAPS and many others.
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Latest post on 02 September 2014 - 16:07
Hi Newdxb Thanks for the response. Not sure how it would work in terms of practicality as the schools are different sites but thanks for the offer. Re play dates, let me know when you are here and which springs you will be in :-).
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Latest post on 17 August 2014 - 21:04
HI there I just returned from the UK and have my envelope as the staff at the customs desk took my form and said they would post it for me. Anyway, the postal address I have on my envelope is: Premier Tax Free (UK) LTD, Freepost Sea12084, Merstham, Surrey, Great Britain, RH1 3ZU. Tel No: +44 1737 644922. There should be a space on your form to write your credit card details. Happy to pass on the envelope if you would like it. It may be worth checking if anyone is flying to the UK soon and can post it for you? Hope you get it sorted.
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Latest post on 11 June 2014 - 11:18
Sorry to jump on the thread but how do you define a maids room for rental calculator? We are in 3 bed plus maids and our Landlord said this is counted as a 4 bed - he spoke to RERA and they said this is correct as there needs to be some difference for 3 bed without maids and 3 bed with. Is he correct? I didn't make too much of a fuss as we are still well below market value but would be useful to know!
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Latest post on 02 May 2014 - 20:43
Found some in Lulu Al Barsha in case anyone else is looking.
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Latest post on 02 May 2014 - 10:03
Thank you.
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Latest post on 02 May 2014 - 09:20
Anyone?
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Latest post on 28 April 2014 - 22:42
Hi Sabdallah Sorry but you will be unlikely to get an FS1 place for Sept 2014 in the more established schools. Places will have already been offered and there will also be some on waiting lists. You will probably have to try one of the new schools if you want a place for Sept 2014 or maybe have your child attend a nursery for FS1 and try to get in for FS2.
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 19:56
Sorry to jump on this thread ut was hoping for some advice. My 3 year old daughter has had a 'phlegmy' chest on and off for about 4 months now and I want to take her to a specialist so what kind of specialist should I be taking her to and can you recommend anyone?. Most of the time there is no temperature but now and then she does seem to have a slight temperature of no more that 38 degrees. About two weeks ago she had a higher temperature and the dr said it was a sinus infection and gave anti biotics. Before that he thought it was wheezing and gave the inhaler combination mentioned in this thread but we can't seem to clear her chest. TIA
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Latest post on 22 April 2014 - 16:05
Ok thanks. Will try the software update.
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Latest post on 22 April 2014 - 15:00
My FaceTime hasn't been working for a few days now. Just wondering if anyone else is finding the same? TIA
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 23:17
Thank you. Will look into these options :-)
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 23:16
We went through liquid expat mortgages and ended up with a mortgage from Natwest offshore. To be honest the brokers sourced a mortgage for us but think it would have been easier to go directly with Natwest. May be worth checking a comparison site and then contacting a couple of banks yourself?
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 23:13
We went to the Maldives last summer with two young kids and absolutely loved it! We stayed at Kurumba which was very close to the airport. It is one if the 'cheaper' resorts so we could spend more on the room type (stayed in a family villa which was stunning). We all just love relaxing and the kids loved swimming, playing on the beach, kids club and riding their scooters around the island. We stayed half board but are not big drinkers and don't generally have three course meals so would have been cheaper if we had done bed and breakfast. Also, we weren't that impressed with the food in the buffet and would have preferred to try some of the a la carte restaurants. Would go again a heart beat! <em>edited by natashab on 15/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 09:35
Hi there I am looking for the frozen miniset dolls playset. It has Anna, Elsa, kristof, Hans,Sven and Olaf. Has anyone seen it anywhere? I have tried calling toys r us time square, toy store moe and hamleys Dubai mall it no luck. Tia
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Latest post on 04 April 2014 - 18:50
You can try dragonmart. Lots of the shops have them and I think they are less than 10aed each but a bit hit and miss in terms of if they are available. Sorry, cant be more specific re shops as a friend of mine got them from there and I don't know dragonmart very well.
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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 14:58
Thanks all. WIll look into these. Has anyone tried the brunch at Marriot Deira - Marketplace?
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Latest post on 02 April 2014 - 09:51
Thank Gorabattie. I have been trying different brands and none of them have been great so just wondered if anyone else had particularly stubborn greys that they found a great brand for.
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Latest post on 19 March 2014 - 16:40
Thank you :-)
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Latest post on 19 March 2014 - 09:39
Thanks Madge_Gustard. Yes that is right. I don't expect to pay current rate but be good to know he has to give us 90 days notice as this may give some bargaining power as 20% is quite a hike! So far LL has been lovely so hopefully will also be reasonable about rent increase. So do I need to let him know we want to stay? I need to check what the rent will be at some point!! Thanks again
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Latest post on 18 March 2014 - 21:03
Hi everyone Sorry to jump on this thread OP but I am aware some of the rules have changed so does the landlord still have to give 12 months notice to 'sell'? Also, do I have to give notice of intent to renew the contract? Re rental increases, am I right in thinking the RERA calculator used to have a max increase of 5% but this has now changed? Our tenancy contract isn't due for renewal yet but when I checked putting in the date as mid April it said we are due a 30000 aed increase - is the landlord entitled to increase this much in one go? And if he is increasing it does he need to let me know 90days in advance? What happens if he doesn't inform me early enough? Sorry for all the questions and TIA :-)
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Latest post on 07 March 2014 - 21:09
I found the concert really boring!! No engagement with the crowd at all. I was quite disappointed. But on the plus side he was on stage for a long time. <em>edited by natashab on 07/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 23 January 2014 - 11:17
Thank you all - it is KS1 so looks like it wil be Kings :-).
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Latest post on 12 January 2014 - 20:50
I have about 5 boxes. I like the Maggi or Knorr ones so told DH to stock up if he saw the beef ones and he stocked up on OXO which I don't really use unless nothing else is available. (Have since stocked up on Maggi ones!!) <em>edited by natashab on 12/01/2014</em>
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Latest post on 04 January 2014 - 21:05
Thanks ukmee. I heard they pay 90% of the fees but guess someone got that wrong! Do you know if they will only give discount on fees for one child or two? Thanks again <em>edited by natashab on 04/01/2014</em>
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 20:38
Hi there Does anyone know where I can get a good traditional roast on Friday (preferable not a brunch). I am in the Mall of Emirates end of town so somewhere closer to this end if there is anywhere and somewhere that also allows children. TIA
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Latest post on 25 November 2013 - 19:53
It is highly unlikely to change as it is in the calendar as 'school closed' rather than probable holiday. They will have planned their calendar to make sure all required school days are covered so being closed on the Tuesday will be part of this. There are even rumours that there may be some extra days if we get Expo 2020.... <em>edited by natashab on 25/11/2013</em>
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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 15:20
Thanks Daza. Anything specific you can recommend?
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Latest post on 06 November 2013 - 08:51
Hi there Has anyone seen any Calpol anywhere or does anyone have a spare bottle they would be happy to sell? My son throws up with anything else and I managed to smash the bottle I had! TIA
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Latest post on 01 November 2013 - 07:20
Hi everyone I know yas is fab for little ones but not sure we can get there, especially with the Grand Prix this weekend. So, which would you recommend out of wild wadi or aquaventure? TIA
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 20:56
Thanks everyone for your responses - looked at it tonight and have completed it. Actually was really straighforward so hope I have done it correctly! <em>edited by natashab on 30/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 15:58
I am geting confused! We have registered for the non-resident landlord scheme and therefore do not pay VAT but from looking at the website we wtill need to complete the tax self-assessment as we have 'income' from the rent of the property? Does this sound right?
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 15:49
I am sure we aren't paying tax and completed the non-resident form and have been out of the UK for 7 years! But i received a letter to say I need to complete the tax self assessment - I am assuming it is based on the earnings from renting our property?
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 14:53
Thanks all Will have another look at it tonight - I am sure I can figure it out. Tax situation not complicated at all, one property that is rented out and that's all. First question so far is that the property is in mine and husbands name so on the form I select joint tenants but when inputting all income/expenses etc do i put the full amount and they automatically halve it or do I put half the amount? Thanks
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 14:53
Thanks all Will have another look at it tonight - I am sure I can figure it out. Tax situation not complicated at all, one property that is rented out and that's all. First question so far is that the property is in mine and husbands name so on the form I select joint tenants but when inputting all income/expenses etc do i put the full amount and they automatically halve it or do I put half the amount? Thanks
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 14:53
Thanks all Will have another look at it tonight - I am sure I can figure it out. Tax situation not complicated at all, one property that is rented out and that's all. First question so far is that the property is in mine and husbands name so on the form I select joint tenants but when inputting all income/expenses etc do i put the full amount and they automatically halve it or do I put half the amount? Thanks
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 10:00
Thanks Polly - I looked at it a while ago and was confused by some of it and since so many people have said it is a nightmare and they use an accountant so thought I would try to do the same. Maybe need to look at it again - good to know you found it fairly straightforward!.
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Latest post on 20 October 2013 - 09:38
Hi there I am looking for an adult superhero costume and was wondering if anyone knows where I can find a cape and eye mask? TIA
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Latest post on 07 October 2013 - 21:45
Thanks for the responses - Zara seem to have so will check there. Did think about T-Shirt factory and will do that if I can't find one already made.
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Latest post on 25 July 2013 - 09:41
Thank you - think we will stick to repellant and nets!
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Latest post on 24 July 2013 - 15:14
When are you travelling? I just managed to get some today at the new travellers clinic at Al Barsha Health Centre but I know we got the last available dose. Might be worth trying there next week though.
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Latest post on 24 July 2013 - 09:50
Hi there I am also looking for this but can't find it - do you have the number for the clinic in Sharjah? TIA
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Latest post on 19 July 2013 - 20:09
Thanks Lewis36 and Lakes Lucy. Have been to Maldives before and stayed at the Taj which was amazing but this was pre kids. Purpose of this holiday is different and I think Kurumba has a lot of facilities for children and they will love all the planes so really not bothered about being near the airport! Thanks again :-)
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 09:04
I am British so should be fine. Thanks
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 08:16
Thank you :-)
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Latest post on 09 July 2013 - 10:57
Hi there It would depend on the school. I know of one non-profit school that will only give local contracts to married women but there are other schools that will give married women international contracts as long as they can prove they don't get benefits through their husband's employment. HTH Not necessarily true as my husband does not get benefits and my contract will be classed as local hire in September. Unfortunately, schools are seeing this as a way to go. There are some schools that do this but there are others that will still give married women an international contract <em>edited by natashab on 09/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 July 2013 - 10:27
Hi there It would depend on the school. I know of one non-profit school that will only give local contracts to married women but there are other schools that will give married women international contracts as long as they can prove they don't get benefits through their husband's employment. HTH
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Latest post on 07 July 2013 - 20:43
Thank you. So can i get into Fashion parking after 10am? Otherwise, would grand or cinema parking be nearer?
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Latest post on 03 July 2013 - 10:01
Thanks for the replies. We were thinking of Sigiriya as wanted to do the minneriya national park to see elephants and planning to stay at JewWIng Vi Uyani which I think is built on a nature reserve - what has put me off is the fact that they have a crocodile in the lake! Just not sure I can cope with all the bugs! Don't really want to do the beack as we are combining the trip with Maldives where there will be plenty of beach!
 
 
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