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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:18
I tweet sometimes, I cant say I know how it all works thou.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:17
We are renewing as I write, the LL decided to use the agent from last year, no mention we have to pay anything, not that we will anyway. We paid the fee last year, so they wont be getting anymore money from us.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:15
Betti, make sure you only bring Paracetamol with you, and no pain killers containing Codeine, Im sure you are aware its illegal here. Thanks SalsB....i didn't know that was illegal. Ps, Dont bring any jumpers / cardies you wont need them!!!! Also go to the pound shop and stock up on all your toiletries, including razor blades, can be very expensive here.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:05
It depends what nationality you are.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:04
I love it, this thread is in the gardening section. lol.
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 12:00
Why not wait till you arrive in Dubai and seek getting a Siamese. Feline friends have allsorts a kittens coming all the time.
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 21:33
Sorry I havent a clue, but maybe call a local vet for advise. Good luck
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 14:40
Betti, make sure you only bring Paracetamol with you, and no pain killers containing Codeine, Im sure you are aware its illegal here.
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 14:17
Dear Sal - no still here! The things I make my poor DH do!!! lol! Lol I do the same, my DH doesn't mind either, must have a catch up before you go, xxxx
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 14:07
Chizz you havent left Dubai yet have you??? x
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 13:01
When BHX were celebrating a special birthday, Emirates send a A380 and I changed my flight so I could travel back on it, it was really lovely, the staff were awesome.
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 12:47
Claire sad to see you have left, but all the best in your new adventure, try and pop in to say hello to us now and again.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 21:17
Babies can turn very late in pregnancy, even when you go into labour. My SIL gave birth to a breech, feet first, many years ago thou. I wonder If they would let you do this here, probably not!!!
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 21:14
Really? I reckon I pay more here but probably had my heating on more than my AC here. :) Excluding the coucil tax which was 160 pounds amonth, our gas was 100 and electricity was 60, water was cheaper at 30. My Dewa including housing fee is around 900dhs a month, we are only in apartment here thou. <em>edited by salsB on 14/07/2011</em>
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 21:06
Hee Hee!!!!! funny, x
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 20:48
We are already paying a surcharge too. I still find its cheaper here than home thou.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 20:12
So the fuel charge is for the delivery of Electricity and water to our homes ??????? <em>edited by salsB on 14/07/2011</em>
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 20:09
My neice back in the UK has been going to part time school / Nursery since she was 3. There isnt anything wrong in this and to be honest, its good for kids to learn early. I really do wish people would mind their own, and lets parents be parents to their own kids. Whose business is it to say what they do.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 19:10
If I get asked "what do you do" my reply is I work as a researcher for the "Thirsty Traveller" works a treat. lol
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:43
Lala are you living in lala land!!!!!!!!!!!! I cannot believe that you are considering letting you cat out on the balcony and especially beiing 32 floors up. Cats have instinct to jump up / down. There are so many incidents with cats being killed from balconies. The only safe way is to put mesh up and make sure its securely fixed.
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:39
I would of asked for the correct bill. I recently found a handbag in a taxi in the marina, it contained over 2500 pounds. Never for a second thought of keeping the bag, owner was found, happy days.
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:30
salsB - we loved Mauritius! We went in 2003 (so some time ago!) as a big family holiday and stayed in self catering villas beside Flic en Flac beach. We hired cars and just went touring around the island every other day. The highlight of the trip was driving to the East coast of the Island and taking a boat to Ile aux Cerfs. This is a private island owned by One and Only Resorts but you could get access to it for a fee. My DH and I went one day, after leaving the rest of the family on the beach, and we absolutely loved it. It was some time ago, so don't know if non residents can still get access to it, but I would highly recommend it if you are not staying at the One and Only Resort. Have fun! Neeps, thanks, really looking forward to it now.
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:28
OMG I would suggest wrap up very very warm, my cousin lives there and she tells me what the temps are, so so cold. Have fun!!!! lol
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:24
Got mine done today at Dnata on SZR, very easy, upstairs to E gate office, waited 5 mins, gave passport, no photos required they take it there and then, fingerprints, pay dhs.220 cash in same office and voila all done! Great point about passport not being filled with entry stamps if you are a frequent traveller....... Can anyone clarify if they take children thru egate with them? I forgot to ask today. I took my GD thru, I did ask first and had no problems.
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:24
Got mine done today at Dnata on SZR, very easy, upstairs to E gate office, waited 5 mins, gave passport, no photos required they take it there and then, fingerprints, pay dhs.220 cash in same office and voila all done! Great point about passport not being filled with entry stamps if you are a frequent traveller....... Can anyone clarify if they take children thru egate with them? I forgot to ask today. I took my GD thru, I did ask first and had no problems.
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:18
I was going to suggest Mauritius but as you have already ben there, can I ask did you enjoy it there as Im booked to go next month. Tia
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Latest post on 13 July 2011 - 21:16
I hired a car whilst home ( 2 weeks ago )and had no problems at all. I did ring the hire company to hire the car a day early and they informed me to bring my passport and UK utility bill, once I explained I didnt have a bill as I was a non UK resident, I was told that will be ok, just bring your passport and credit card. I booked thru National Car Hire. We can hire cars and be non resident of the UK. How do holiday makers from around the world manage to hire cars????? Its a Myth what we have read in the past.
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Latest post on 12 July 2011 - 08:11
We are nearing our 3rd year, living in 3 different properties, we got caught, so to speak about 6 months ago. Dewa send you your bill wilth a leaflet informing you to complete online. My building management asked us to do the same, it was mandatory. THe fee will be 5% of your rent, so easy to work out your budget. SalsB can I ask what did you have to complete online? THe web address was on the leaflet, I wouldnt worry to much about paying the fee, wait till the find you. Back payments arent ever asked for either.
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 21:03
I had a good clear out afew months ago, I think another one is due very soon. If I was to send a friend a FB message and had no reply, I would leave it a day or two, as they maybe busy, I wouldnt delete as some people use FB alot and some dont. Being ignorant is another issue thou.
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 20:54
Another Ew'er has a villa 3 bed with maids and im so sure its under 100,000, let me know and I can contact her.
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 20:45
We are approaching our second year and our LL has had the property up for purchase since the day we moved in. He will be selling with tenants. My concern is, if sold then where is my security deposit???? a question for the agent before signing the new contract.
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Latest post on 10 July 2011 - 20:38
We are nearing our 3rd year, living in 3 different properties, we got caught, so to speak about 6 months ago. Dewa send you your bill wilth a leaflet informing you to complete online. My building management asked us to do the same, it was mandatory. THe fee will be 5% of your rent, so easy to work out your budget.
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 21:00
Is Hekla the one in Iceland, as Ive heard its about to erupt again. Glad im not heading home to soon.
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 20:50
If you ask you vet they may know of a company, or contact Defra they should be able to tell you. Has your kitten had its rabies bloods done??? and how old is the Kitten.
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 00:35
Congratulations, so well written I feel I was in the room with you as I read it. Well done and hugs to your two boys. x
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Latest post on 08 July 2011 - 21:06
We tried to re mortgage with our bank ( been with them 25 years ) they said no!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 08 July 2011 - 21:00
I would save the money and buy somewhere else. A good friend of mine wanted to buy here afew years ago and was informed by a financial advisor that it would be a bad move. As said by others we dont have the rights to abode here, with having property or not. My DH works in construction and has seen some poor new builds, they dont even come with a guarantee do they. Any failure to pay then its of to Dubai Hilton, far to risky.
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Latest post on 05 July 2011 - 00:02
Er Sals, I've booked the economy flights already!!!! ;) Doh, lol, xx
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 23:40
No worries Wuffles. I checked out the EM flights from here and then back to home and way more expensive compared to Qatar! Try expedia.co.uk I have found them to have some good deals on lately.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 23:26
We are invited to an anniversary brunch at Al Qasr on 15th July, what a bargain. Looking forward to it.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 23:22
I have a friend that googles try " low fat recipes" im sure it will come up with some great dishes. Maybe go and buy a cook book. Happy cooking.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:32
Royal Brunei fly to Heathrow, its a dry flight, but cheaper. Dry?!!!!! Forget that one!!!!! :) Lol, just get a skinful before boarding, then sleep all the way.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:27
Royal Brunei fly to Heathrow, its a dry flight, but cheaper.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:18
Never heard of a passport being certified before???? Is this to open a bank account in Dubai. Do you have your residency. Are you on your own work visa?
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:11
I use UAE Exchange, I think we can send upto 100,000dhs per transaction, Ive never sent this much at one time thou, but we do send quite abit back each month, never been questioned. I have a friend that has deposited well over 50,000 pounds into a UK account and has never been questioned.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:06
Happy Independence day to all our American Ladies and their families.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:05
There was a thread recently on this, have a search I think it was about 2 weeks ago. Ive got to renew, dreading it actually.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 22:02
I have two beautiful persians, I dont find it hard work to groom them, they are such a lovely breed. I so wish I could help, my foster mummy just gave birth to 5 babies on saturday, so having 9 cats in the apartment at the moment, think I would be pushing my luck. I will ask around thou.
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 20:05
Dr John at Michael and Asp JBR, he is British and Ive heard he is good,
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Latest post on 02 July 2011 - 15:16
Last weekend in The Midlands was lovely, around 27 degrees, I was cold on Wednesday thou, but it was lovely to get out of the heat for a week.
 
 
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