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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 10:57
The "overheard in McDonald's" thread has been going on for ages, it was upto 20 pages at one point. Go check it out, its quite good.
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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 10:56
I would give the embassy a ring and ask them to advice. Its quite rare to get into a country with less that 6months left on your passport. I remember afew years ago whilst living in Cyprus my Hubby was able to renew his passport with no issues, hopefully your friend will have no problems.
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Latest post on 29 April 2011 - 09:50
Our LL only wanted to drop the rent by 5000dhs. I do think they have their heads in the sand. So we are moving again!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 21:59
Did I have the best day of my life, Met Ali at his conference, also most of the crew, we all got on like house on fire. Used the backstage passes and met the lovely man again, lots of cuddles and photo's and Matt who is in the band gave us after party tickets, free bar. What a brilliant day. Got home 8am this morning.
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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 16:49
Anyone else going!!!!! are there many fans here.
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Latest post on 26 April 2011 - 08:58
I think its to do with how many eggs you use. I put 5/6 in mine and use all purpose flour, as I cant seem to find small bags of plain flour here.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 23:23
Both my two girls still need me, I feel very priviledged they do, as its nothing to do what a great or not so great job Ive done. I think it will be such a very sad day when they dont need me. They still drive me nuts sometimes but ofcourse I wouldnt be without them. They both know Im here for both of them anytime day or night.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 23:12
My DD was bullied at school, she said nothing for such a long time, but she became withdrawn, I used to ask If all was ok, and she never mentioned anything, till one day she snapped and broke down in such a state. Even thou we know teenagers go thru a period of awkwardness, I would go with my instinct, look at change in behaviour and just say that you there anytime to help.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 23:05
Just to add, I'm sure Elaine (Watson?), the lovely General Manager, would be mortified to hear of these goings on and it would be worth making the comment to her about this, just so she knows for next year, if nothing else.. Another poster said Elaine left on Friday. Alot of the staff I knew have left, so cant even advise who to contact now.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 23:03
I wouldnt think it would take that long, maybe 25mins, give and take a few minutes.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 22:21
thanks for all the suggestions, I'm going to try calling and see where that gets me, otherwise I think I am going to book a ticket for me too and then change mine to when I'm actually flying. emirates sure know how to take the fun out of going on holiday :-) I do think they will let you book over the phone, but you will need to go in and pay. I do recall upto recently you could book online and was given a set amount of time to go to the airport of EK office and pay, I think this option isnt available now. I was told to get a credit card for the passenger, UMmmm what for a 7 year old Grandaughter, me dont think so. You can go into a travel agent and book I do believe, unless thats changed recently.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 22:10
I went to the Culture Understanding and was informed that Emirati's like the fact that not Muslim's like to wear the Abaya. My DD was given one as a present from another Arab Lady, so I would say yes to wearing them.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 21:58
If I had been there and seen the poor little kids faces, I would snatch the eggs from her and said if you want them then catch me you witch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please complain to Elaine the General Manager and tell her whats happened, these events are for kids not selfish idiots like her!!!!!! <em>edited by salsB on 24/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:49
You can either ring IV or book thru Virgin or time out, They will probably sell tickets at the gate, but not sure what the availability will be.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:34
My dad booked through the phone but the customer representative told him he could book online as well... Jud, I have booked many family members from UAE and UK and all I can say is that your dad has been very lucky, unlike us, complete nightmare actually.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:13
My two sisters (14&16) just came to Dubai to visit me. They flew with Emirates. My dad paid the tickets but he wasn't traveling with them at all. And there was no problem at all. Nobody asked us anything. Do not worry about that and book your son's ticket online! Must of booked thru an agent or another internet provider as you cannot book family members without travelling. EK have become impossible to book with. You can book via telephone and collect tickets at the airport but they charge an extra 10%, very kind of them thou.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:11
Never booked to the US with EK but have used expedia as I dont need to be travelling with family. After confirmation I then go into EK booking a pick the seats. Really easy and straight forward.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:07
If I recall slept in a moses till they were about 5 weeks old, then straight to cot, and moved them to their own room at 6months.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 20:04
I take my two to be shaved, and they love their short hair.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 10:03
My Hubby had his CV looked at before we came here, he was told to put alot more info on it, and even down to the prices of the jobs, size, how many men worked under him. I think alot of companies are now employing people already in the region, so thats a good pointer. I can suggest you look at Gulf Talent's website, could be a start. Sorry for being dumb, but what is a automation Engineer, is it aviation???? <em>edited by salsB on 24/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 10:00
I do feel your pain, I went thru some terrible moments when my dad was seriously ill. Just get on that plane and go see him, your family here will be fine. Bug hugs to you, x
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 09:57
What is DH line of work?????
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 09:31
Never tried Vegemite, only Marmite. Does this mean I cant be trusted, hahahahaah
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 09:28
I could be wrong but I heard its around 4500 per month, and half pay in the holidays.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 09:27
Im a lefty, and my right hand is useless. Ive been told I can be caggy handed thou.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 09:27
my DH is a leftie but plays right handed golf .. and he's good with both hands :cool: LOL, xx
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 18:56
I had a family member steal all the time, and she always denied it!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 18:54
Just found this on internet, hope it helps. Rh factor incompatibility can be prevented by administration of the RhoGAM shot. Because baby's blood does not usually mix with the mother's until birth, first pregnancies usually have no risk for problems to baby. During birth, bits of the baby's blood will mix with the mother's blood. The RhoGAM shot should be given within 72 hours of birth. This shot will stop the mother from developing antibodies to the Rh factor. Because there is a slight risk of placental tears during the later part of pregnancy, the RhoGAM shot is often given at 28 weeks of pregnancy as well. If your baby's blood type is Rh negative, the RhoGAM shot is not necessary. The RhoGAM shot only provides temporary immunity so it will be necessary to have the shot given after each birth, miscarriage, or induced abortion.
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 18:53
I had no medical issues whilst pregnant, My DD bleed alot and was given 2 shots whilst pregnant.
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 18:44
Im also the same and was given injections to both my pregnancies. My eldest DD has had the same injections whilst pregnant.
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 18:42
My Skype doesnt work without my VPN.
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Latest post on 23 April 2011 - 17:02
We normally start at Senyar Bar in the Westin, happy hour from 7-8, then you can use your vouchers (3) to either get free bubbly or a bottle between 2 of you. I was in RockBottom in Tecom last week, free vodka for the ladies from 10pm till 1am, the band were really good too. Barzar also do a drink package for 90dhs, for 5 selected drinks.
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 21:28
If you feel a good vibe between the two of you, the go for it, why not!!!!!!!!! we only live once. I cant repeat what I said to my lovely man many years ago, but that didnt put him off me being assertive.
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 21:20
Im all for new posters, take everyone as I find them, sometimes I can read a thread and think its a wind up. Other times I can be wrong.
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 21:14
The fish and chip shop at the back end of Al Maya at the Marina do wicked fish and chips. Lovely.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 10:16
Cinnamon and honey are the best to take, gets rid of most ailments.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 10:12
Ive sent you a message via DLL. Sorry about not getting back to sooner. xx
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 09:36
How awful for you Mabel, cant imagine how frightened you would of been. I always feel abit safer here compared to home, but I always locked doors and windows, we still locke the car doors whilst out and about too.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 09:33
If you are US citizen why would you need any kind of paperwork. Probably been in Dubai to long and seen all the longwinded procedures here.
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 09:30
My mum used to show me how to clean etc when I was young, and pay me extra pocket money. As for learning to cook it wasnt that hard for me, my mum was a terrible cook, so pushing the boundries was easy for me. Being a homemaker is that hard, its all about routine, me hasnt got one at the moment.
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Latest post on 20 April 2011 - 18:04
Go and spoil yourself, why not, the kids will be fine. They will love spending time with grandad.
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 17:35
A friend in the UK has properties overseas, she investigated buying in Dubai in 2004, and her financial advisor said No, so she bought elsewhere. She know nows why!!!! Buying here doesnt give you the right to stay, and if everything goes pearshaped, you will have to pay the mortgage off before leaving or face prison. I would rather rent. <em>edited by salsB on 19/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 17:30
Headlines on the radio: 60 petrol stations without any fuel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! they didnt say why!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! half stories, why do they do that.
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Latest post on 19 April 2011 - 17:19
JW Marriott in Deira, think its soft drinks only, nice brunch thou.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:59
Bits, you will have your passport with you to show your UAE residency, shouldnt be a problem.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:56
My DD took her grandmother for a pedicure whilst she was here.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:55
Wherever you buy your goods you will need to fill in the form whilst in the shop, then go to the airport and claim the VAT back. Ive never done it myself, even thou I thought about it, all the form filling would do my head in.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:13
Ive slept on airbeds, so I would go for something like that.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 14:22
Lucy, You havent got time for the kind of nuinance, get rid and get someone who you can rely on. Based on her previous employer statement and what the agency has said, it sounds to me she is a compulsive liar and will cry wolf at any opportunity. Good Luck.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 11:57
The last time I checked EK wanted 55,000 for a return to BHX, it used to be 25,000. How times have changed.
 
 
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