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Latest post on 23 October 2014 - 23:53
Im waiting for The Grand Hyatt to finalise their Xmas Day Brunch. The grill restaurant is very nice.
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Latest post on 23 October 2014 - 23:43
Met Ali Campbell ( UB40 )afew times at the Dubai gigs, and got tickets for the after party. Met West Life, Larry Grayson, Nicky Campbell the presenter. Kissed Marti Pellow.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 09:57
I use them often, no problems at all. In the UK doctors prescribe 5mg x 3 times aday. In Dubai they come in 10mg tablets, so you only need to take two daily. Cost of these are 71.50 dhs.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 09:51
Ive never done this to the UK, but pets on jets based in manchester will be able to guide you through the Import paperwork. Dubai Kennels and cattery in Dubai can help you with exporting paperwork. You could use a relocator, but it can work out abit expensive. It all depends on your budget ofcourse.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 05:06
What company is this, be good to know, see we can avoid them.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 04:58
Try your own bank first. Does your company loan offer you a interest free loan and you pay it back monthly. My DH company at the time offered this, it was a godsend when we originally moved there in 2008. Im not to sure if companies offer this now, as too many people up'd and left, leaving a mountain of debt.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 04:52
You need to live on the Pearl to join also. Alot of ladies advertise their business on the FB page, yet any outsider cannot be part of the group... I would of thought that they would of wanted a much larger audience to be honest. Obviously not..... A bit stuck up in my opinion.
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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 23:09
My aunt had this done in April, it was keyhole surgery, 3 incisions made, and she was only telling me the weekend, its the best thing she has ever done. The stones themselves came out through the tube.
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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 23:23
We lived at the marriott hotel apartments in Dubai Investment Park for a year. We really liked it there, peace and quiet, only had a one bedroomed thou.
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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 22:00
I lived in Armada 3, maintenance wasn't brilliant, could never speak to the anyone, had to complete a form for repairs etc, and had to hand them to security, many forms went missing, as for the pool, never maintained and water was always cloudy. Cooler costs were 13000,00 for 11 months. The management would not let us vacate the building without landlords permission.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 14:45
Take it all with a pinch of salt.. Some of the forums in Qatar are shocking..... EW is lightweight in comparison.....I had a look back awhile ago on some comments made to me..... I said to myself I'm telling my mum!!!!!lol.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 14:33
Isn't your employer giving you any allowances for accommodation. Its not really a good sign that you have just arrived and need to save up for your rent. Flat sharing is illegal in UAE. I know people do it, but just be careful. My company didn't do this when I came here - I had to borrow 3 months rent for the initial payment from a very new friend, who already lived here - as the company had learnt their lesson and stopped giving advances! This is a huge problem that people aren't made aware of before they move here - that they will need loads of cash ready to pay out for - rents, phones, photo's, etc ... We were initially given our advance too. I so remember with the rent and car loan and furniture allowance mounted into quite a large sum, couldnt sleep worrying if it all went bottoms up.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 14:12
There is a company in JBR that set up freezone companies, for the life of me I cannot think of their name, but they are by The Nicolas and Asp surgery.....A friend set her company up, cant remember the exact costs but it was in the region of 30,000 I think.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 13:56
Im sure you wont be bringing anything in that can have you imprisoned. lol Oh Gosh, no. But as Hamra said what we think is harmless may have quite another interpretation to another. It's my personal hobby but I just don't want to offend anyone. Feels like a grey area... Do not bring any codeine or the likes. If you have prescription meds, get the doctor to give you a note. No DVD's showing any over 18 scenes. You cannot bring in any alcohol either. <em>edited by salsB on 18/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 12:58
Oh dear I got 7 thumbs down, runs to the corner and cries like a baby.. lol Best run down to M&S and get some big girl / brave pants ;) Are you suggesting there that SalsB has a lot to fill? lol I dont care!!!! Im fat and I know it..... lol
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 12:56
Im sure you wont be bringing anything in that can have you imprisoned. lol
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 12:45
Oh dear I got 7 thumbs down, runs to the corner and cries like a baby.. lol
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:52
All the shops are at it, even Spinney's. Bought fresh prawns fro there once and when I got home and opened the bag, they were totally off...... I check dates now. I bought prawns from Geant the other day within the date on the package and they were off. I cant believe stores would risk it with seafood! becareful I don't think they care to be honest. When I took my prawns back, they were like " what do you want us to do" lol.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:50
Isn't your employer giving you any allowances for accommodation. Its not really a good sign that you have just arrived and need to save up for your rent. Flat sharing is illegal in UAE. I know people do it, but just be careful.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:45
All the shops are at it, even Spinney's. Bought fresh prawns fro there once and when I got home and opened the bag, they were totally off...... I check dates now.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:40
We have signed copies only then received originals when requested. Just scan a copy thru.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:30
Head along the Emirates road....
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:28
Moth Balls....... ruined new stuff aswell as old.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:24
To be honest, not sure why you had to bring the subject up in the first place..... Its a public forum, people ask for advice and opinions..... and that is what you will receive..... need thick skin coming on here at times.... just don't take everything literally......
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 10:05
This forum is very helpful, we were all newbies at one time, but I must say some questions are easy answered on google. For example, where can I buy shoes ( names a brand ) come on there are some really silly questions thrown at us at times.
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 09:32
I couldn't upgrade on a recent flight, so asked how much for cash, far to much for my liking, so at the airport I asked again and it was half the price. I have had much the same issues on not being able to upgrade with points to the UK..... so basically the points are becoming worthless......
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Latest post on 18 August 2014 - 09:16
I have a friend that opted out, and now regrets it. Their villa rental increase has gone thru the roof and she reckons she will have to downsize to an apartment. <em>edited by salsB on 18/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 15:54
My DD married an Arab ( not local ) last year. His family are quite traditional, they were also open to him marrying a Christian. DD will not convert, this is ok by her husband and his family. Their unborn baby will follow Muslim traditions, but also will learn and understand our faith too. If I was to sit back and this was happening to my DD, I would see she would be walking into a very unhappy marriage. .... OP you need to think long and hard...
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 13:36
I always find Booking.com are way to expensive, I normally start with Expedia.co.uk. Have booked many packages with them to Maldives, Mauritius etc.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 13:32
The OP must be worried. My DD is 35 weeks and I know she would be the same. I have read in the past about hospitals in Sharjah, they are much cheaper than Dubai, maybe give them a call. Good luck.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 13:29
Even thou Sharm is lovely, we were there afew years back and on the night we left there was a bomb blast in a highly populated tourist area. Not sure at this present time if its the place to go due to safety issues.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 12:59
There is a FB page just for Pearl ladies. I think its called Pearl ladies networking group.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 03:20
Lifesavers are not run by professionals. They have over 20 animals in a bedroom, there are no separate cages, all the animals share the same space, so cross infection etc.. they both do not have any personal income and plead for donations... They have been caught out lying, many times. Please take my word for it do not use these people. If you do want to go thru these people, please visit their premises and see for yourself...... Trust me...
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 03:04
The one day thing doesn't apply to children any more but they can get it in a week I think... Applied for my son's renewal in the UK on 24th July and it came last Thursday so just over 2 weeks... I should of mentioned the one day service doesn't apply to children. At the time the passport office were not offering the week service for passport returns. <em>edited by salsB on 13/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 03:01
My cousin in Birmingham gets a little help but she still has to pay 42 per day for childcare in school holidays. Her kids are of school age.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 02:56
Really not sure that Kenya is safe. I sure wouldn't want to holiday there at the moment. So many safer places to visit. I would also recommend the Maldives. Seychelles is also really gorgeous and laid back.
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Latest post on 13 August 2014 - 02:50
Never experienced any back handers to agents. Yes the may say there are alot of people that are viewing and you need to make quite a quick decision. I would soon tell someone where to go if he rubbed his fingers together.... It is a compound with its own lettings and we were dealing with the manager . It is a popular , established older place. I came across it by researching on this forum. My husband has had a telephone call to the guy and thinks a month's rent will do it and fathoms it the same as the agents fees but of course no receipt . I disagree and frankly though we had left this type of corruption behind but who to inform if it is indeed illegal ? If you really want to rent this place and pay him for it then, thats upto you. No receipt either!!! never came across this to be fair. Not sure if this would be of any interest to you, I live in Gharaffa and a 5 bed villa ( not old villas thou, around 2 years old ) full maintenance, one owner and own security is coming up for rent early September on my compound. When we moved in we had no commission fees, and its not a bad place, only a small compound of 13 villa's, secure little road, all the kids play out the front, has a pool, a very close to Lulu and Landmark. edited by salsB on 13/08/2014 <em>edited by salsB on 13/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 18:34
Thanks Sal enjoy your hols I sure will. I hope. My DD is having a little girl, and ive been roped in as a birthing partner. Quite exciting really. lol
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 18:27
Good for you SalsB & congrats on your GC! Do you stay at home or do you rent somewhere and people come to see you there? Our house in the UK is rented so we have to book into a hotel or rent somewhere if we don't stay with our folks. When I go back next week I will stay with my aunt (shes the same age as me ) My MIL has plenty of room, but cant stomach her... lol. Hubby is coming home for 2 weeks, so I will probably find a hotel for that duration.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 18:11
Ive been here since Feb 2013, still have no clue to Doha as an area.... Welcome and hope you enjoy life here.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 18:08
I always felt torn each time I went home. So exhausting, and I just basically sat back one day and thought "why do I do this". So now I do as I please, running around visiting people constantly was just no fun!!!! things had to change for me anyway. I am going home next week for 2 months, (DD expecting her first baby early Sept ) the only exceptions where I travel to is to my 2 daughters and my grandchildren. If anyone wants to see me, they know where I am. Hard I know, but at the end of the day, it's my holiday.....
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 18:01
I go to the Immigration at the old airport. The office is directly across the road from Oryx Rotana Hotel. I tried Gharaffa office, but its very busy and overcrowded.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 17:56
Wearing either will be fine. St Regis is a lovely brunch... Enjoy.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 17:47
Mauritius is lovely, the west coast isnt a breezy.Next time we go there we will stay in Fric en Frac, there's afew big hotels directly on the beach, easy walking to town... Reviews on Trip Advisor are excellent.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 17:43
So many people loved him.... so very sad that he was so depressed he had taken his own life. Behind people's smiles there isnt always happiness. RIP Robin..
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 17:39
LB101, you don't have to defend yourself to anyone on here. we all have a difference of opinion and ofcourse some of the answers are probably not what you expected. This is EW, and some people love to drop you before you have fallen.
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 17:33
Never experienced any sort of back handers to agents. Yes the may say there are alot of people viewing and you need to make a quick decision. I would soon tell someone where to go if he rubbed his fingers together....
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Latest post on 11 August 2014 - 22:44
Another EW user has flown to the UK and has her appointment booked for 13th Aug for the one day service. Really not sure if they have their act together, but wasnt there a strike last Monday!! My GD who lives in the UK waited 4 working weeks for her's. I heard they were prioritizing overseas passport's, but his is only a rumour.
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Latest post on 11 August 2014 - 22:23
Dubai is renown for the slogan, shop till you drop... and yet a question is asked where to buy shoes.... made me giggle. edited by salsB on 11/08/2014 <em>edited by salsB on 12/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 11 August 2014 - 22:18
Qatar Vet Centre in Duhail have all sizes in stock.
 
 
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