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Latest post on 18 June 2016 - 00:09
Are there any good physicians that treat high blood pressure here in doha? Any personal recommendations would be highly appreciated. Ideally someone close to Al Waab- but any other area is fine too.
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Latest post on 06 April 2016 - 01:07
Is there a party supply store that may have any game of thrones party accessories? Either posters or ideally a backdrop?
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Latest post on 06 January 2015 - 22:28
Would it be possible to rent a coffee machine (something that can make cappacino's..espresso's..that comes with a frother etc) here in Doha? I just need it for a day. Any suggestions?
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Latest post on 02 December 2014 - 19:29
DC has two locations...one in al waab and one in west bay. Perhaps the West bay one is closer to you?
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Latest post on 26 November 2014 - 21:22
Just saw this post...Any luck with Glow? How much are they selling it for?
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Latest post on 12 November 2014 - 13:52
Jarir has a selection
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Latest post on 26 September 2014 - 17:27
I have thought of that too! I sometimes worry with that option though and would then prefer having a few parents stay for the duration of the party to keep an eye out on the children. My son just attended a party like this and absolutely loved it!
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 21:33
yes and yes!!! Its a small place...less traffic ..great compounds with proper backyards and great schools! We lived there for over 2 years...my kids started off in BSB and then we moved to St. Christophers. There are some nice compounds in the Saar/ Janabiya/Hamala area and rents have gone down considerably. I am sure you will enjoy it!
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 00:03
Hopefully you will find someone for the carpool soon :-) In case you dont, you could perhaps contact the Sherborne Parents facebook page? Posting there, might get you a better response? Are you on that? It's called SherPas Also, I have seen a facebook page called Qatar Carpool and many parents are trying to coordinate school runs..that might be an option? Hope something works out!
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 10:59
Its the worst!!! And its not only the morning commute...even the afternoons are terrible. I've heard it will ease up by Dec?
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 10:56
Overcrowding is not a huge problem these days...though i do know October will be a very FULL month since many new members have signed up...so its possible that might change. I would reccomend trying it out to see if it works for you. Im close to Aspire so the drive isnt bad. Some of the popular classes get filled up quickly and in those cases you might have to come earlier. But that being said, I have noticed this month, they have revised the schedule so that 2 of the popular classes are held at the same time...ppl have to choose one or the other and so there is no over crowding. But again, that might change. Spinning is pretty good at Aspire (I like it a lot..but I havent tried it anywhere else..so wouldnt know how to compare). There are many instructors who do spinning, and I would reccomend trying them all out to see which instructor/class/music you like better. The variety of classes is great - Spinning, Tae Bo, Rip n Lift (Weight lifting), Kettle bell, Zumba, Pilates, Yoga, Step, RIPPED, and many others etc. The other thing I like, is that they introduce new classes every few weeks, and also change the routines in the classes every few weeks. Give it a try for a month and see if you like it?
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Latest post on 15 September 2013 - 12:37
Love...the price of gas..the live-in nanny....tax savings and the Qatar Total Open (love watching the big names come here and to be able to watch them fairly upclose!.) Hate....not enough for kids to do (outdoor activities...prob because of the heat)....the wreckless driving...lack of customer service! <em>edited by Picklz on 15/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 31 July 2013 - 21:26
Just got my haircut with Rosa...she did a pretty good job!! She mentioned she was thinking of leaving in Feb though...
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Latest post on 24 July 2013 - 19:02
RDT: Hope your gets books soon! :-) lalala: I know what you mean! Free shipping sounds so good- doesnt it!! :-) melj: No hidden costs...You only pay what you do at the website. No customs or duties charges etc. I have however, only ordered 2-3 books at a time. And at a PO Box address. HTH!
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Latest post on 22 July 2013 - 13:23
Oh no :-( Why do all the good ones leave? hoobs : did you get a short haircut with Monica? I may try her out too. Was she at Salwa Rd? Or West Bay? Thanks!
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Latest post on 22 July 2013 - 02:36
For those that have been to Rosa (perhaps recently)...is she good with short haircuts?
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Latest post on 22 July 2013 - 01:58
It takes b/w 2-3 weeks...sometimes sooner...but usually 2-3 weeks.
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Latest post on 20 July 2013 - 00:47
I havent come across any...but usually order from http://www.bookdepository.com/ they have free delivery to Qatar
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Latest post on 16 July 2013 - 00:57
We had Iftar at the W last year and it was great! My friend went just yesterday and she said it was fab too! Its always packed so make reservations if you decide to go!
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Latest post on 05 July 2013 - 00:40
Thanks RDT....I called Sheraton today, but unfortunately he leaves tmrw and they could only give me 7pm .and I cant make it at that time...They are not sure when Roger will be back :-( Possibly next month they said..but we are away on holiday then! Progressions...thanks for the reccomendation...I have heard about Desert Princess as well..will check them on facebook!
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Latest post on 03 July 2013 - 23:04
Bumping up this old thread...looking to get a nice short haircut for the summer... any reccomendations? I never managed to try Roger at the Sheraton last year...went to Riveria Gardens instead...but now am thinking of going...has anyone been recently? Or any other reccoemndations welcomed!
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Latest post on 03 July 2013 - 19:23
Yes...we have visited..i thought it was really nice! I would suggest to go early though...get there when it opens at 10am. Because by the afternoon it was pretty crowded ... There are a lot of vendors...one part is in a tent (which has a few stalls of abayas etc and some food ones..like costca etc) But the main stalls are inside the main exhibition center. They have a wide variety of rugs, carpets, turkish plates, tea sets, ceramics, jewellery, wooden handicrafts, foods, sweets, spices..the list goes on. Be prepared to bargain, because prices are negotiable :-) And they only accept cash, but there is an ATM inside as well. Enjoy!
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Latest post on 06 June 2013 - 11:19
You could try 'Think Pink Qatar'. Dont know if they have a website, but they have a facebook page.
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Latest post on 24 May 2013 - 14:50
Does Al Rayaan Village only lease to certain companies?
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 06:56
Just bumping this up ... any other reccomendations? How is the Grand Heritage? And Oryx Rotana? We have tried the Marriot, Grand Hyatt, Sharq and Sheraton (Eid one)..Wondering which one to try next? :-)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 21:40
Not sure how old your child is...but Cafe Ceramique might be another option?
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 21:38
I actually heard that a couple years ago some parents had lined up outside DESS on Jan 1st...at 5am...doors were going to open at 7am!
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 20:18
They were red hot today after the email went out ;-) here is information on their website: http://www.dohacollege.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=199&Itemid=280 It says... Our new West Bay campus will be for Primary school children aged from 3 to 11 and will be open from September 2013.
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 11:41
IKEA update :-) http://dohanews.co/post/37701447942/ikea-qatar-store-plans-jan-30-opening
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Latest post on 01 December 2012 - 11:06
Did you have any luck with the stores mentioned below. We are on the lookout as well for some additional pieces of furniture. Is Originis Sofa home-based? Is it the same person who was at the DESS fair one time?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 12:50
I dont see the clock anymore? Did they take it down?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 12:50
I dont see the clock anymore? Did they take it down?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 12:43
Try chocolate fish parties... http://www.chocolatefishparties.com/Chocolatefishparties.com/Activities.html
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 12:35
Pleased! :-) Wish it was sooner though... Went to Dubai recently and tried to go to cheesecake factory...the wait was over 2 hours! Ended up buying cheesecake to go! but it was worth it!
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 13:02
Yes there is an ID Design here... ID Design is located in 'The Mall'...on D-ring road. http://www.iddesignqatar.com/qatar/home.php Another store to check out would be 'Bo Concept' in City Center mall. http://qatar.boconcept.com/ And lastly 'Natuzzi'..this is on C-ring road ..cant remember the name of the mall..but it is approx. opposite Toys R Us Have fun!!!
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 17:35
So who will be there the first day or first weekend??? :-)
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 11:01
Kimmc3: LOL!!! :-) RachelA: I see the IKEA clock there... It says 38 days till opening?
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 19:08
anyone? plz :-)
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:24
Just wanted to get some information regarding the swim schools in Doha...H2O, AISS, Doha Dolphins, Tidal Waves) Was looking for lessons for my 8 year old and 5 year old. Do your children go to any of the ones listed? How do you like them??
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Latest post on 14 September 2012 - 13:24
I know Sherborne is looking for supply teachers..in case you are interested. And Doha College has also advertised for teachers for their primary level I think...check their website for more details... Good Luck!
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 11:22
In case you havent gone yet...I checked this morning and they have opened registration for the month of October today. I saw lots of ladies signing up! It doesnt stay open for long though...better to go today if you can!
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 12:53
dont go by what the recorded voicemail says...they dont always update that. You could try posting on their facebook page and ask if registerations are open for the womens classes. Or just drive by. I will go there perhaps sometime next week..I could check as well and let you know.
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 12:16
This will not help you...but just wanted to add.. my friend had her children at Loydence...she was very happy with the academics, but not so much with the communication from the school. Since then she has switched to Awfaz global school because of location...and I know at least 2 other parents who have made the switch from Sherborne to Awfaz global school!! .I dont know know anything about Awfaz though at all..and since they made the switch I havent had a chance to talk to them about it. I always hesitate though with new schools - worry about management issues etc. I have had a friend choose Newton British al-Waab (and says its ok)...for her she views it as a temporary school till she gets place in another school of her choice.
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Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 14:06
The Ramadan timings for registration are: ASPIRE Active Ramadan Registration Hours Ladies Club: Sunday & Tuesday, 8am to 11am Sunday to Wednesday, 7:30pm to 10pm I find the facebook page very helpful...it is http://www.facebook.com/pages/Aspire-Active/248407748562922 I usually post questions there and get a response fairly quickly..within a day or so. I have never had any luck calling them.
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Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 09:34
This doesnt help...but wanted to say...just in my experience..I have met more satisfied ACS parents lately..even though its fairly new but i think a lot of parents have been happy with it. I think schooling becomes such a difficult decision...and with limited school spots there is only so much you could do. My kids go to Sherborne...and weve had some nice teachers there which really has been such a blessing, but there are several other issues with the school...if I could I would probablly move to Doha College..
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 13:30
Was tempted to try Al Shami...but is it very smokey? The review here says it has sheesha...and I wanted to go with the kids. http://diningindoha.com/restaurants/al-shami-home-restaurant
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 13:13
Just wondering if there are any more updates to this?? Has anyone been this Ramadan? I am also looking for some nice Iftar buffets (apart from the hotel ones)...
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Latest post on 14 July 2012 - 22:11
Yes...the notification that went out said core working hours are 6...but in the dept meeting we were told that if you are exempt you have to finish the job for the day...so if that means staying past the 6 hours you will have to...i talked to some colleagues who have done Ramadan here before in my dept..and they say they work the same regular hours...(and by regular they mean the usual extended hours we work anyway!). Our timings are typically 7:30-3:30 but the day never ends before 4:30...
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 14:58
Im a Sherborne parent...and just by talking with a few friends here and there...I find more satisfied ACS parents than I do Sherborne parents..(just my observation). I think Sherborne has had a lot of teething problems...and even though ACS is new too..I dont think they have had as much. Also, things keep changing at Sherborne...like the last day of school we were told that the curriculum for Year 3-9 will change for some subjects to the 'Independent Curriculum' but for Maths and English it will be 'Curriculum of New England and Wales'. I dont know what the differences are...but just to say..things change here from year to year...term to term.. We had a change in school timings in the middle of the year as well...from 1:35 to 2:10pm...makes it hard for working parents who have made arrangements etc. (but it was to battle the traffic on the road and it helped)... Teacher turnover has been high in Sherborne as well. This is just my obervations and opinions :-) Hope this helps!
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 10:06
Thanks for your reply Dan Lou! Will try and book for next Friday...I called Marriot, Movenpick Friday morning but they were fully booked!! So will try for next week!
 
 
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