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Latest post on 02 June 2014 - 08:21
I also recommend Dr Hamdy.. he really helped me out in an emergency. Very nice and calm man :-)
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Latest post on 27 May 2014 - 08:08
Thought I would bump this old thread of mine up to see if anyone had anymore useful tips, stories or remedies they could share.x
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Latest post on 19 April 2014 - 08:38
Satwa has not been open for a long while. See following for thread I replied on before to directions http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic208352-idiot-proof-directions-to-karama-medical-centre-for-visa-renewal.aspx
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Latest post on 08 March 2014 - 11:00
For those of you with a hot tub… do you employ someone to maintain it or do you do it yourself? How often and how much shock chlorine do you use? Thanks so much :-)
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 23:22
No thats only the 2 beds. The 3 & 4 beds are independent villas.
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Latest post on 06 February 2014 - 09:50
Monthly expenses roughly for us (2 adults and 1 teenager in a fair sized villa with big irrigated garden) Electricity & Water 1,500 in winter and 2500 in summer (including housing fee) Food: 4000 ish Internet, Home phone & TV: 750 Fuel: 600 (for 1 car, husbands is company)
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 12:03
Didn't think they were available here..
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 10:58
https://www.gov.uk/overseas-passports
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Latest post on 25 January 2014 - 08:43
We used Writers on one of our moves. They were great and everything was wrapped and packed to perfection, far better than any of the other companies. It was only inter middle east so no long haul process involved. So cant comment on that as it came by road. Hope all go's well.
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Latest post on 21 January 2014 - 09:48
The parking is this area is so inadequate it's absurd. I can't count the number of times I've attempted to do my shopping after work only to give up after 45 minutes of circling and go home and order a takeaway. This is why Spinneys have an undercover car park….
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 13:35
I suppose they have to do something to stop ppl from parking there....so close to the carpark... and when you are trying to cross the road to the legal bays the other side you have to step out into the road to check if anything is coming 1st as you can't see!
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 13:30
It is a single yellow line on that whole stretch outside Cafe Nero, exchange etc. No parking at any time.
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Latest post on 13 January 2014 - 07:14
Thanks very much very helpful will have a look at that site. Regards
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Latest post on 06 January 2014 - 08:20
They are on a big rack in Magrudys downstairs on the beach road :-)
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Latest post on 28 December 2013 - 16:32
Has anyone been to Global Village this season and seen if the guy in the Turkish pavilion is there with his lamps?? I know there is a stand alone shop but it is filled with Chinese imported cheap ones. I need the guy with the proper Turkish ones. Thanks
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Latest post on 16 December 2013 - 18:02
Its an immediate clearance.. as soon as it hits the bank it is clear.
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Latest post on 13 December 2013 - 22:45
Thanks a lot can see exactly now... driven past a million times ;-) Thanks!
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Latest post on 13 December 2013 - 10:23
I think most of the school fairs are done now but there's the Arte market in Times Square 12 - 7 pm and Ripe are at Safa Park 9 - 2 pm, Also, if you click on the Santa like on the right here EW have put together a list of what's on - most of them are gone now i think but there may be something for today... Thanks for pointing out where the list was.. had looked! Obviously not well enough :-)
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Latest post on 13 December 2013 - 10:03
There is a thrift shop at Holy Trinity Church, Oud Metha Rd (next to DESS junior school). I don't know if they would have what you are looking for. Always fancied taking a look and dropping some bags off... Can anyone direct me, not got a clue where DESS junior school is. Thanks
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 09:12
The festivities at the Creek were lovely yesterday :-)
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 09:12
The festivities at the Creek were lovely yesterday :-)
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Latest post on 02 December 2013 - 08:54
In the co-op in Al Barsha at the roastery the guy will blend 2 different coffee's for you to get the right strength and also add the cardamom and spices as you require all together.
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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 19:29
This is further down the thread... on the facebook page discussing it This letter was given and sanctioned from the KHDA. It is not the official one written from the English College Primary School Head Teacher. It is an excellent school!! <em>edited by roysie on 19/11/2013</em>
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Latest post on 04 November 2013 - 08:09
Many, many shops on the main street in Satwa sell the Arabic seating. They will make for you if you want a certain size also.
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Latest post on 31 October 2013 - 08:18
Does anyone know if yesterday was the last day of the Susan Walpole shop being open?? Bought lots but wanted to get some more bits.. Thanks
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Latest post on 16 October 2013 - 20:50
Unfortunately Dubai Zoo has been a huge no, no to visit for years now... There has been protestors and allsorts over the years. Hopefully once the Safari Park is eventually built the poor animals will be transferred and at least lead a slighty better life... :-(
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Latest post on 11 October 2013 - 18:44
I 2nd amelia.. the German Dental Centre is great.. Dr Hamdy is very nice and very reasonable on price.
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Latest post on 11 October 2013 - 18:33
Lots of decorations in Ace
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Latest post on 11 October 2013 - 18:12
TB has a lot of good advice.. I definately 2nd the water thing, we only drink room temperature water and another thing is the temperature of your A/C in the house really should be set on no less than 24/25 degrees in my opinion otherwise your body go's from freezing cold to warm all the time especially in summer. I think we all went through a period of this when we 1st arrived. Hope think improve soon :-)
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Latest post on 07 October 2013 - 09:43
Thank you I will try them.. if anyone else has any contacts... thank you
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Latest post on 05 October 2013 - 15:03
I am slighty amazed by this thread... whatever happened to a turkey in the oven with the trimmings and veg on the stove!! or am I just old school??
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Latest post on 05 October 2013 - 14:59
If you are in Dubai then you will be better to cross at the Hatta border. Sunday morning I would say will be fine... it does not take long to jump out and fill in the form, pay the 50aed/5 rials and you are on your way. Do not forget to take your car insurance document which should cover Oman.
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 20:45
How about Layan? You could get a 2 bed villa or 2/3 bed spacious apartment. Lovely pool, Choithams, Gym, Spa & Laundry.
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 20:12
You will both be issued a 30 day visa exactly the same with or with out a UAE visa.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 22:35
My DS is off for that whole week...
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 21:06
Entry requirements Visas If you’re a British citizen, you can get a 30 day visa on arrival. You can extend this for a further 30 days by visiting an immigration office in the UAE and paying an extension fee. Don’t outstay your visa or you will be fined. If you hold any other type of British nationality (eg British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas)) you will need to get a visa from the UAE Consulate before you arrive in the UAE. Passport validity Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into the UAE. If you hold a residence permit, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months in order to travel into and out of the country. Sorry I copied a bit too much... but it is there at the bottom <em>edited by roysie on 29/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 16:16
I only use Posh Paws and have done for some years. They collect and deliver for a small fee but they are also happy for you to go there and look at where your dogs would be for boarding. Ours come back clean, healthy and very happy.
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Latest post on 22 September 2013 - 12:50
Its a garment factory by the Gold & Diamond park that is on fire.
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Latest post on 20 September 2013 - 08:56
Bump..Trying to find out why people would think its a long weekend?
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Latest post on 11 September 2013 - 19:29
We had our 8 very large Damas trees removed today for 600aed. Bargain with your gardener!!
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 12:39
I 2nd Sally... she has always cut mine and DS's hair. She is great.
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Latest post on 02 September 2013 - 08:51
DU have Eastenders on BBC Entertainment channel if you are intending on getting satellite TV.
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Latest post on 10 August 2013 - 11:29
Ours is on 58 and 59. Watching now...
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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 18:15
Pinkys in Al Barsha or Luckys in Sharjah (Luckys have 3 warehouses full) I have bought many pieces from him and they will finish everything very nicely.
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 11:06
I am from a small town called Newport Pagnell in Buckinghamshire which is a lovely town to live with good schools but like everyone else is saying you need to narrow to area down to less than 1/4 of the country!
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 11:47
In the UK at the moment... back to the sandpit in the morning and this made me smile. Love it.. thanks for posting..
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 11:31
Help! We are going to Oman tomorrow for a 5-day holiday. Our car is insured for Oman but we have lost the Arabic letter of permission. Of course the insurance office is closed until Sunday, grrr. Can anyone give me some really clear guidance on how to purchase Omani car insurance at the border, as all the info I have is 'next to petrol station' but where is it, and does anyone have up to date information on how much it costs? Do they even check these days? Last year we had a hired car and had all the necessary documents, and they did examine the documents. Thanks for any help! I assume it is Hatta?? You can buy the insurance for a week from the office just before border. It is a tiny white very tatty office/shed right by the petrol station. You cant miss it... they are hit and miss if they ask to see your insurance. The last few times yes we have been asked literally and we said yes but never shown it. You must make sure you always have the insurance anyway... I used to live in Oman and they do pull over foreign plates to check. <em>edited by roysie on 02/08/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 July 2013 - 16:19
PRILL... lol
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Latest post on 09 July 2013 - 14:13
Yes, the shade temp both at my house and on my car temp is 51c...
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Latest post on 07 July 2013 - 17:27
Blue Downy and never dry anything outside as the fibres dry too quickly and also fade! All my clothes are as soft as when I bought them. Towels & underwear get a quick 15 mins in the tumble when they are dry to keep ultra soft.
 
 
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