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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 23:53
We have this all the time, the Birmingham flight lands 00.15 and hate when I have a visitor I really dislike and have to spend 14 nights with her!!!!!!!!!!!! I could cry honestly!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 22:04
There is MSN too. My mum doesn't have a computer so I use skype to ring her landline. Just make sure you take your laptop away with you the next time you go on holiday and install it. I have a VPN as Skype just doesn't seem to work without it.
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 21:28
salsB, not sure who your car insurance is with, but we have AXA and they collected the car, got the inspection done, had the new registration card done and returned it all same day. Is part of their service if your insurance is with them. We are insured with Axa, but as Hubby works in AD a bit difficult to arrange, but good to know thou.
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 20:58
Just buy them over the counter, hopefully they will have the brand you normally use.
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 10:34
Anyone know where we can take our car for its first inspection, would prefer new Dubai area. Tia
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 00:07
Fergie was here on 2009 I think and was told she cant even sing live!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 00:04
Was planning to go, probably won't now.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:51
Kels, so sad Leo is missing, but have faith. ( Seen his pic in The Vet Hospital yesterday) Take in the other little fella as a foster, it wont replace Leo, as a fellow fosterer myself its so rewarding. When Leo returns he will have a play mate. Good luck and really hoping you little boy comes home soon.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:35
A lady was running pushing her pushchair, running quite fast too around the outer boundry of Safa Park. Hate to think if she fell, the poor baby too.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:31
Oh thank you for the offer, have MIL here, maybe next time.:)
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:28
No never been, let us know how you get on.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:19
Patsy Collins is up near Premier Inn.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:18
Are you sure you didnt trip over your drooling tongue :)
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:16
I bet they see some sights!!!!! oh the thought. hahaha
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 22:13
I wouldnt have my underwear dry cleaned, lol,
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 21:03
Kids do come knocking in the Marina, Im sure the Meadows will have the same.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 20:23
Is the estate agent playing games???? Do they really have another offer. If you want the apartment that bad then offer 1 cheque, or if needed up the rent and pay with 2 cheques. Can I ask where the apartment is???
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 18:03
My pic at the moment is me and my best buddy!!! I do change them regular, and yes Ive had pic of me and OH together.
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 17:45
DH checks the UK winter weather and has a chuckle, so very nasty, don't you think???? We never check the weather here, there's no need.
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Latest post on 24 September 2011 - 00:31
I would of thought that going from Dubai to Sharjah in the morning you will be heading straight into the traffic, not against it!!!!!
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 23:45
Just read this from the UK Embassy:- At least one partner is Anglican · Neither partner is Muslim · At least one partner is resident in Dubai, (unless prior permission is obtained from the Church and all necessary legalities met in both partners places of residence in the UK.) · The ceremony must take place in the Church; (Blessings only may be possible at other locations by arrangement with the Reverends). · Official attested proof from the Embassy that the British partner is free to marry. · Minimum age = 18 this from the UK Embassy, so maybe I am wrong!!! <em>edited by salsB on 23/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 23:37
The world was suppose to end recently!!! and we are still here. I really wouldn't worry about this, honestly.
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 23:34
The last I heard holidaymakers can't marry in Dubai, Have the rules changed recently???? Have a gander on Google for weddings in Dubai, seems lots of companies think you can... am sure there must be some wedding planners on EW that can clarify for sure though. I'm sure only Expats/ Residents can marry here, I'm not sure about non Expats /residents???? will have a gander now as its got my mind ticking <em>edited by salsB on 23/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 23:18
The last I heard holidaymakers can't marry in Dubai, Have the rules changed recently????
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 23:12
I'm in Trident Bayside, same road as the Grosvenor Hotel, Marina Hotel apartments are directly across the road from me. I would say my building is higher end finished, very well maintained, with a gym, indoor sauna, Jacuzzi, we even have an Oxygen and Yoga room. really nice pool area.
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 20:58
I live in the Marina and love it. Haven't lived downtown so can't really comment. We have so much on our doorstep, bars, restaurants, so much to choose from. The metro is right next door to me, I have Spinneys a mere 5 minutes walking distance, A lovely view of the Marina.
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 20:54
I wasn't aware there was one here. Never seen any advertising about them.
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Latest post on 23 September 2011 - 19:14
Ive never heard of anyone getting married in a hotel here.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 22:09
We are now into our 2nd year of renting our apartment, our LL has had the property on the market since we moved in ( never told us orginally thou). I have been assured that we won't have to move if it was sold.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 21:46
Not thinking of offshore - but for "local" use, i.e. the main bank we will use while in dubai - credit cards, international transfers.....etc...... I would not use any bank for international transfers, the rate is a lot lower.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 18:16
People in the UK, especially at Tesco Express, fill their own car, and go shopping before paying for their petrol. So annoying, especially when it's freezing cold.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 18:11
The Boardwalk at Park Hyatt is a lovely place to have breakfast. Use your entertainer voucher If you have one.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 14:50
Its going to be a very long 14 days with my MIL, wish I was excited!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 14:26
Either you love cats or you don't, me personally love all of them. I do understand some people regard black cats as unlucky.
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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 08:05
I wonder If you can go and do the Oman run after your 30 days are up.
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 17:56
I am sure there a plenty maids here looking for jobs. If you recruit direct then, what if you dont like her and it does not go well, wasted money!!!! Just my thoughts
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 15:27
I wonder If the sale is on here in Dubs.
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Latest post on 21 September 2011 - 14:48
We went to JBH last xmas day, It was lovely to sit outside, just the right temp, the food was ok not brilliant thou. Trying to decide what to do this Christmas day!!!! will be looking for ideas.
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 09:21
The recent press release is the best we are going to get, so take the bull by the horns and just go and get it done out the way.
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 22:27
This was printed in the Explorer Publishing:- New Emirates ID Deadlines A new warning has been issued to all UAE residents who have not yet registered for the Emirates ID Card. According to new reports from the Emirates Identity Authority, those who fail to obtain the ID card before the specified dates (see below) will be subject to a daily Dhs.20 fine. According to the latest reports, the introductions of late fees for expatriates (above 15 years) will be implemented according to each individual Emirate: Phase 1: From December 1, 2011 Includes all expatriates in the Northern Emirates: Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Ajman, in addition to all employees in the federal and local public sectors and semi-government organisations and their families Phase 2: From February 1, 2012 Includes all expatriates in the Emirate of Sharjah Phase 3: From April 1, 2012 Includes all expatriates in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi Phase 4: From June 1, 2012 Includes all expatriates in the Emirate of Dubai The final deadline to enroll names in the Population Register and ID Card does not include children under 15 years old are currently exempt, at least until October 31, 2012. For more information about penalties, and to find out how to apply for the Emirates ID card visit, www.emiratesid.ae Posted on: Sep 15, 2011
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 22:24
Safe Driver number: 042688797
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 21:22
Ring the call centre, I am sure this subject has come up before and you can pre book.
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 21:20
My puppy would chew anything. I saved and saved for months to have my sitting room completely refurbished, It looked lovely with new carpets, soft furnishing etc. I came home from work and found she had chewed on the carpet at the runner, scratched all the varnish off the new door, as this wasn't enough, she then chewed all the knobs of my fairly new washing Machine, and last but not least, got hold of my 200 carton of duty free cigs, eat and chewed all by 18, and sicked it up all over my new floor. She was a rascal, drove me crazy, but we really did love her.
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 08:28
What!!! did she think she was the Car Park Police??? some rotten people about, poor you. :) Just don't let them get you down.
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 08:13
I Live in the Marina and never used a hospital for an emergency, was recommended to use the one up the beach road near the spinal injury place. But I do have Cedars number in my phone, just in case.
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 08:09
Do you have such a thing like the UK as registrar of death and birth's. This is where we get replacements from. Good luck.
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 17:59
How can anyone answer this question for you!!!!! Didn't you sit and have a discussion on the baby situation beforehand. Every relationship is so different, no one will be able to give you any true advice.
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 15:25
The fee per year is 130. Where have you got the info where you can do this online????
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 14:03
Ma'am is on a bl**dy doctor!!!!!!!!!! grrrrr. what does that mean? I think she meant Ma'am is AT the bl**dy doctor! Sorry I meant she IS a Doctor!!!!!!
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 12:58
Just got back from the hospital again, I spoke to my security and was informed Ma'am is only a bl**dy doctor!!!!!!!!!! grrrrr. I don't have maid, but can anyway tell me what are the responsibilities of the sponsor If a maid does something as stupid as this. My neighbour was told by security what had happeend he fessed up it was his bags, and said he would go and see my straight away, and he didn't????? I'm more angry today than I was yesterday. <em>edited by salsB on 18/09/2011</em>
 
 
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