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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:33
Praise the lord and pass the marmalade! I have had a bag for the tailors in the bottom of a wardrobe for almost a year as can't drag myself to Satwa!!!
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:30
My son had his assessment at VH today and I just loved the teacher that took the assessment. I felt that she was down to earth and caring and seems really motivated and keen. Truly a great ambassador for the school and if the rest of the teachers are like this I will be very happy if he gets in :)
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Latest post on 21 February 2013 - 15:00
We have done the Anantara big weekend twice great brunch and stay package, it's the eastern mangroves one.
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Latest post on 21 February 2013 - 14:59
It is 60 dhs more than Tips and Toes for a classic mani pedi, it's ok, but based on the extreme price difference I wouldn't hurry back.
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Latest post on 21 February 2013 - 13:35
Do you still have her number? Her cakes are fabulous and she used t have a facebook page, but it has disappeared x
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Latest post on 29 January 2013 - 12:14
Hi all, I have just spoken to RAK bank and they said that you can have an account with them with only a debit card with no minimum salary. Will update when such account is open to let you know that is actually is possible!
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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 16:07
Just FYI the min for ADCB is AED 5000.
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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 16:05
Thanks guys, this is really helpful. I will try all avenues!
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Latest post on 28 January 2013 - 13:00
Hi Ladies, I need to help some of my waiters open a bank account, but the minimum salary is 3000 and the required constant balance is 3000. Can anyone help? The salary that they are getting is 2,500 and the only issues is the boys as the girls do not face the same requirements. !!!!!!
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Latest post on 20 January 2013 - 11:02
A baby exploring her surroundings is hardly tormenting is it... Causing harm to an animal..... not really ok is it? SHE IS 5 MONTHS old - get a grip! The abuse that Mau 10 has suffered in this post is unforgivable, I am just waiting for someone to suggest that she gets rid of the baby as she has had the cat longer!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 20 January 2013 - 10:58
Lifestyle in Lamcy are super professional and lovely.
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Latest post on 20 January 2013 - 10:57
According to my friend in the hospitality industry - yes!
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Latest post on 20 January 2013 - 10:56
They were super professional, BUT I had to have them back four times for black and brown ants :( I wouldn't use them again as they were massively expensive in comparison to the Ranches recommended one.
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 16:04
Hi All, My son has a squint, he wore a patch for three months, but this is treatment for a lazy eye not strabismus. We changed to an eye doctor in Sultan business centre who is also very laid back about the situation and I am losing faith as my 3YO is really outgoing and loving and when he gets to big school I worry that he wil be picked on and it will affect his personality. I am going to Dr Gauba in Healthcare City on a recommendation on Saturday so I will update afterwards. I know how you feel, but as I said to my DH as we walked into a chemist and saw a wheelchair for quadriplegic kids, at least he is not in that :(
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 14:59
Have also been walking a highly appreciative dog! Must be the muscle build up counteracting the flab loss.. DB - that is so funny, just wait until all the congratulatory magmums start coming in!
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 14:27
Just had this recommendation for pest control and I called them and they were massively professional!!! Will report back re my ants!
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 14:17
Thanks Sugar, I'm calling them now!
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 23:05
Has anyone built a pool in the garden in al waha? Is it easy to get approval?
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 16:31
Pants!
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 16:04
Ocean potion for kids is awesome, it's dry and you just spray it, you can get it at spinneys :)
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Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 22:13
Sorry plum tree, I got it back to its rightful owner, held og lykke with finding yours, I misplaced mine recently so I know what you are going through :(
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Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 12:12
Anyone....
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 11:51
1. You do not need any vaccinations before you arrive and baby vaccines are readily available, but will cost you. If your husband has health insurance like BUPA or Alliance they my cover jabs if not prepare to pay. 2. Some villa owners will carry out maintenance for you, others will not be even mildly interested. Maintenance contracts are very easy to come by and will cost in the region of AED3000 per year for a villa. Springs and meadows are older than the Ranches. Consider The Villa in Dubailand as you get a lot for your money, but is is still under construction in some areas. 4 weeks should be plenty to find something. 3.Please bear in mind that just because he has 5500 for cars does not mean you have to spend exactly that. The division of the salaries here is confusing at first, but just spend what you need. That said a 4 wd on finance could be anything from 1800 per month to 5000+ American cars are reasonably priced here too. I have a Dodge Charger which is about 2,300 per month and it is large enough so you feel safe. You can rent a car right away, you can try Sixt and Hertz? You will nt get anything here before your visa is ready so finance and bank accounts are not going to happen without a visa in your passport and a salary certificate, other than that its pretty easy. 4.Driving is a little hairy, but I actually feel that is has improved recently so don't fear it too much. Just be alert and don't have a drink. Also make sure that you have a safe baby seat. 5.See 3 Welcome, this is a lovely place to live and you will be arriving at the perfect time of year when the weather is lovely and everyone is planning for Christmas! By the way Christmas is marketed here, Santas Grotto, big trees etc, actually more so than the UK.
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 10:21
I'm not sure if it would bother you, but Mauritius, Seyshelles and Maldives are crawling with honeymooners so you may not find it a good place to meet people. Bali, Thailand, Goa and Sri Lanka are all good as they have lots of groups going there as well as a lot of solo travellers. Bali is smashing, I loved it way more than Thailand, but I haven't seen all of Thailand yet!
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 10:12
Sent!
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 09:57
http://www.yoursoccasionally.co.uk Myself and my friends have used this, it's funky and reliable.
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 09:50
Do you have childrens books? If so I would be interested, I'm always on the look out for books suitable for three year old boy. I got a stack at ACE a few weeks ago and they had lovely ones, James Herriot and Mr. Men :)
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 13:03
We stayed with friends near PE in August and had fantastic weather, then we left and they had howl;ing wind and rain :( The Westin in Capetown is very helpful with families and also has the most fabulous breakfast EVER! My fingers were twitching for Trip Advisor! We only had one night there before we flew home, but it has a shuttle to the Waterfront and was really superb.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 12:58
BNI is the biggest in the region I think. They have chapters all over Dubai so you can easily find one near you. Also heels and deals are exclusively ladies who are business owners/entrepreneurs. You can go to both meetings without joining, you just need to be invited to BNI by a member (this is easy, I can get you an invite) or register on line for the next heels and deals event. The British Business council also has frequent meetings and easy to network, again no joining necessary. Also this is not just for Brits.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 10:16
Fishing with toddlers will get you a much better catch than using worms ROFL - I usually spot things like that! Walked right into that one.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 10:15
Found one that does fishing and has cabin, kitchen and a loo!!!!!! it is for ten people and we will be two adults and three kids so really lots of space! I love boats!
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 10:04
Thanks Jess, will do :)
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 09:50
We were thinking of doing the whole boat as it is two couples and three LOs. Is there air con inside if it gets too hot for them?
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 09:41
How old is your LO? I would think under four, parents would stay as it is hard to control a bunch of three and unders.... Over four I think they go alone...
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 08:54
They have in C4 and sometimes bigger Spinneys, colours are sometimes a bit limited.
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 12:53
Do not go to the tiger park, it is soul destroying. The beach restaurants are really good though.
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 12:52
Pottery Barn is very expensive, have you tried Ikea or Pan Emirates? You don't have to get everything from the same place....
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 12:35
Hospitality - I need a Coffee shop manager. emily at inc fze dot com
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 12:34
The library - do not stay in Chaweng Regent it is pants.
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 12:33
If anyone can recommend a gardener in the Ranches I will take him, mine has not been for the last 5 days grrrrr
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 15:56
emergency room at Rashid hospital is free
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 14:40
I have photos, can i get your email. I'm not sure if it is formal enough for your requirements....
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:20
Feet first have lavender ones, not sure of the price as it was a gift.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:18
ARTE Madrid in MCC has a massive one, it's expensive though.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:17
Stuck on you do deliver, where is Zaks that sounds awesome?
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:16
I almost did this and then a doctor friend told me that they are preying on a new parents insecurities... it;s just a perspective and if you have genetic issues then it's different...
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:15
There is a childrens Graden opening in Barsha, closer to the ranches and closer to the villa project which is better access to Sharjah than Green Com or Vic Heights.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:13
Its so easy to get paranoid, my best friends DH didn't speak til he was 4 either and he is a surgeon! My DS was a bit slow to start off with, but he hit three and the sentences are pouring out of him. Remember the saying, you spend the first year trying to get them walking and talking and the rest of their lives telling them to sit down and shut up!
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:13
Its so easy to get paranoid, my best friends DH didn't speak til he was 4 either and he is a surgeon! My DS was a bit slow to start off with, but he hit three and the sentences are pouring out of him. Remember the saying, you spend the first year trying to get them walking and talking and the rest of their lives telling them to sit down and shut up!
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 13:11
Check the board at le marche, I just saw piano and guitar lessons on there.
 
 
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