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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 16:05
Hi Ladies How do you open or apply for a Shop and Ship account? And is it widely used in the UK? Thanks Go online and register pay the fee then it is yours for life They give you several address around the world ( They tend to be Aramex head offices in said countries) People who reside in the UK wont use nor need one as they can order directly from online retailers and have them delivered to their UK home without the need of Aramex plus it isn't available for UK residents I use it to have items delivered to Dubai from UK online retailers . Thank you Saralou123, very helpful. Sorry for confusion I meant if I shop online on UK sites from Dubai is it widely used. You've answered that for me. Are packages charged by the weight then? Just trying to work out if ifs worth it in the long run. ?? I use it mainly for the sales as with the shipping costs it sometimes works out the same as buying it in the UAE if not on sale. I am one of the sad ones that prices it here then checks online and compares costs ASOS deliver directly here, River Island does for a flat fee of AED50 as does New Look, Next Direct.ae is fab as you only have to order over AED150 and delivery is free and only takes 3 days! I also believe Victoria Secret deliver directly too Anything under a kilo is AED43, over a kilo AED70, then it obviously increases the heavier the item There is an import fee here if you order over USD1000 worth. Geordie Expat can advise on that as I think she has been stung for the import fees here
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 16:00
can somebody give me details on the trip to Lebanon Island please. Who has been there? How is the boat trip, how long and is it okay for people who sometimes get sea sick....I am planning with visitors, but not sure if ok, I went three weeks ago on a Saturday. Boat trip out okay, took about 20 mins, boat trip back it was getting dark, choppy as anything and a large Yacht passed us on the way in causing a huge swell so we got soaked. Everyone has to wear a lifejacket You cannot take any food or drinks in and they will check your bags and take it off you if you do There is a DJ playing very loud music all day, food and drink ( Bottle of Corona was AED45) was expensive. Pool was freezing cold, beach is manmade and very coarse and shelly, sea full of fish but a bit stagnant as no waves. DreamWorks massage place has a little chalet there but nothing else open Sunbeds were comfy but looked a bit old and faded ( They were wooden ones) Personally speaking I didn't rate it and will not go again.
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 14:30
There are a lot of threads about this. If you put holiday jabs or travel vaccinations into the search post above there is lots of stuff to read through
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 14:27
Does anyone take it? Which one? I've been trolling the pharmacies but no one seems to carry it? Cerazette comes up a lot in the threads Here is an old thread which mentions it and places it was available http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic177884-cerazette--again.aspx
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 14:24
Hi Ladies How do you open or apply for a Shop and Ship account? And is it widely used in the UK? Thanks Go online and register pay the fee then it is yours for life They give you several address around the world ( They tend to be Aramex head offices in said countries) People who reside in the UK wont use nor need one as they can order directly from online retailers and have them delivered to their UK home without the need of Aramex plus it isn't available for UK residents I use it to have items delivered to Dubai from UK online retailers .
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 12:14
I don't feel nervous or frightened. My ex Husband and I lived in NI briefly when the troubles were on and to be honest I wasn't nervous back then, sure I was vigiliant and checked under the car etc but got on with my daily life as you do.
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Latest post on 16 November 2015 - 12:11
Do we still get the Oman visa at the border or the rules have changed? I have heard it might have... But no one picks at the consulate, while Oman embassy just directed me to the consulate... Anyone who has travelled recently, please help! My friend did when she went a few weeks ago
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Latest post on 15 November 2015 - 14:16
My ex colleagues kids attend DESS and have since they were old enough to attend ( They are 6 and 8) she has always maintained it is a great school and the kids are very happy
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Latest post on 15 November 2015 - 14:14
Can anyone recommend skincare product tat actually makes a difference with fine lines, dry skin, acne? Preferably without excess chemicals. Thanks. I suffer with Roscea and dry skin and use the ultra calming Dermologica range There isn't anything non cosmetic that I have ever bought that can get rid of fine lines unfortunately
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Latest post on 15 November 2015 - 14:13
I have a lovely Nepalese housemaid ready to start with our family... she is on a visitors visa since her arrival here in Dubai on October 19th. I am currently waiting for my own visa to be processed so in the interim what should I do? 1. Is it possible to get her a further 30 day visit visa? if so how do I go about this? 2. Drive with her to Oman and get her an exit and re - entry visa? what documentation do I need to bring with me? Any advice greatly appreciated. I don't think Nepal is on the list for people to do visa runs to Oman She may have to exit to her home country and apply for another visit visa or wait in Nepal until you have processed her work visa
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Latest post on 14 November 2015 - 20:48
Has anyone seen these recently in Dubai? I used to be able to get hold of these really easily (the red box) but over the past year or so, its been getting more and more challenging........I've tried Spinneys, C4, Park 'n Shop, Geant, Co-op......pretty much everywhere but struggling I havent seen them here for ages and one of my friends yesterday was complaining that red bisto is getting harder to find. I tend to stock up at home.
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Latest post on 14 November 2015 - 20:46
Hi, First year in Dubai, i guess live and learn. What is up with only winter clothes. Sorry but I come from Canada and I really find it ridiculous to not have access to any summer clothes at this time of the year. Any clues, ideas because otherwise I will buy in Canada in december.... Thanks, What sort of clothes? Open a shop and ship account and shop online. Its much cheaper than buying from the shops here
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Latest post on 14 November 2015 - 20:43
Thanks LuLee. I've been to Lifestyle and what they have is Nyx, not NYC. Unless you've seen NYC there recently? It is only NYX in lifestyle as my friend buys alot of tje range. I havent seen NYC though. Have you tried Googling it with Dubai on the end
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Latest post on 14 November 2015 - 20:40
Can anyone recommend somewhere nice to go for ladies night on a Tuesday night that does 50% off food and free drinks for ladies other than Tribeca and China grill? zero gravity is fab and the food and di are brilliant. It gets packed tho. Cocktails and good quality spirits are served, i think its from 8pm for two hours and costs 100aed
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Latest post on 14 November 2015 - 20:36
Hi! This is my first post here. I am a CELTA certified ESL trainer and moved to Dubai last week. Currently I am on a Visitor Visa and once my husband's employment visa is sorted -which shouldn't take more than a month, I will be under his visa. I have received two Freelancing offers from two different educational institutions and they are aware of my visa status. I wanted to know if I could accept both offers? Since my utilization in both organizations will only be twice a week each. legally they need to provide you with an employment visa or a labor card if on Husbands visa It is illegal to work on a visit visa. The company should know this. Personally i would never work for a firm that didnt do this as one they are breaking the law and two if they chose not to pay you you dont have any grounds to complain as what you are doing is wrong also
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Latest post on 12 November 2015 - 14:22
Hello The prescription has no expiry unless for a controlled drug You can buy Malarone over the counter
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Latest post on 12 November 2015 - 13:53
I hate to put a downer on this, but have you budgeted for paying deposits on things. You need a fairly large amount of cash up front apart from the rental. Deposit to the landlord, agency fees if you use one to find your place, DEWA deposit, I think around 2k for a villa. I'm only mentioning this as we came out with nothing and ended up with minus nothing once we had paid out deposits. Also the little things like buying water etc all add up. Its 2k DEWA deposit for an apartment I think a villa is now 4K! agh Thanks for that SL. It shows that after a while you just become conditioned to forking out cash for things ;) I only found out when I moved this year, apparently they raised it due to people not paying their bills
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Latest post on 12 November 2015 - 12:58
I hate to put a downer on this, but have you budgeted for paying deposits on things. You need a fairly large amount of cash up front apart from the rental. Deposit to the landlord, agency fees if you use one to find your place, DEWA deposit, I think around 2k for a villa. I'm only mentioning this as we came out with nothing and ended up with minus nothing once we had paid out deposits. Also the little things like buying water etc all add up. Its 2k DEWA deposit for an apartment I think a villa is now 4K! agh
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Latest post on 11 November 2015 - 16:39
Hi! Has anyone had tear trough fillers done in Dubai? Or can you recommend a clinic specializing in fillers? I would probably rather have it done in my homecountry but it would just be easier to have a clinic nearby if I need to go back or want something else done :) Finding a seriuos looking place through google seems to be a mission impossible :lol: I looked at having this done but my botox and filler guy here refused to do it. He said as the area is so delicate and filler is quite thick you can make the area look bulbously. A friend had it done in the UK and the lumps were very visible. If you have high cheek bones do not do it as it can make the area worse. Once I have all 3 fat pockets under my eyes ( Give it another ten years) I am going for Blephorasty. My friend had it done in Brussels and it looks great plus it will stay for life Be very careful if you decide to go ahead with it
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Latest post on 11 November 2015 - 15:39
DEWA costs. We have a 3 bed villa, two adults and four pets so in the summer the AC is on around 26/27 all day and night and our maximum bill was GBP386, which included the housing fee. I definitely wouldn't say it was cheaper here than in the UK. Thanks Geordie Which area are you in? How much approx is housing fee ? Housing fee is 5% of your annual rent, paid monthly and included in your DEWA bill
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Latest post on 11 November 2015 - 14:54
Thanks Lovingthesun We have a very long email we are drafting right now so will add the visas and the associated medical a to it- thanks! The idea of uprooting with the kids is probably the biggest factor right now- always lived very near my parents on England so massive family pull here in the Uk. I guess sometimes we have to make such decisions to progress. I emailed the Dubai British school trey don't seem to have any places at the moment. Again difficult to say a confirmed date of start before we officially accept any job. I have heard utilities are generally cheaper than the Uk - can anyone give a ball park for electricity and gas per month in household where we do ALOT of washing and likelihood of a lot of AC during the hotter months ! Also is it normal for companies to not give a mobile phone ? My husband has always had one with his jobs but this one they haven't said its part of the package! Strange when they are offering so many other benefits ! Also- car wise do people have any experience with specific leasing companies who we can contact from here ? I wouldn't say utilities are cheap here and internet/ TV package are very expensive For example a 2 bed apartment, 3 people living in the house ( 2 adults work so no aircon on in the day) monthly electricity/water/aircon/district cooling costs GBP360 per month. If you find a villa with district cooling that is paid for then you can knock a huge chunk off the bill Expect to pay considerably more in the Summer months due to the air con being on all day Internet 12MBPS plus landline and lowest level TV package costs me around GBP60 pounds per month Food is slightly more expensive if you shop in Spinneys or Waitrose. Wine/Beer in the bars costs more. Expect to pay 6-7 pounds a pint Most of the international car leasing places are here but expect to pay anything from AED1500 for a Toyata Yaris up to AED2000 per month for a jeep Petrol compared to the UK is dirt cheap
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Latest post on 11 November 2015 - 12:38
Just wondering if someone could give me some rough idea as to how long it would take to get from Victory Heights ( morella ) to Dubai American Academy ( al barsha )or Kings al barsha hubby is looking at a villa there on thursday Cheers Rush hour 30 mins, other times 20 mins
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Latest post on 11 November 2015 - 12:37
Turkey no I asked on Saturday, **** in blankets also a no no Stuffing perhaps near the time and they are now doing fresh bagged veg Park and Shop would be your best bet M&S although expanded slightly it still is nothing like the M&S at home
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Latest post on 10 November 2015 - 15:21
I need to urgently get some documents notarized and sent to the UK. Does anyone know where I have this done!!! Help! I had read on here that the Embassy and the courts do this too
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Latest post on 10 November 2015 - 14:41
There are in fact many down to earth and humble people living here. Also there are many art galleries, and art functions such as downtown design, and al serkal avenue. Problem being that usually 500 000 dhs a year villas ON the water, drivers, live out maids, etc and humble people don't usually go together... As other people suggested, why not a smaller villa 10-15 min walk from the beach? Jumierah 1-3 are all reasonably close to the metro, downtown, city walk, hotel beach clubs, great restaurants etc. Swimming: Of course you can go swimming in the sea here, infact you don't need a hotel membership for that. You can head down to Kite beach, al mamzar, JBR beach, burj al arab beach in jumeirah, or jumeirah 3 beach. You could even drive out to jebal ali and swim in the water where there is no one around. UAE is known for its beaches, and the ability to swim in the sea almost all year round. Look up saadiyat beach club in abu dhabi. 45min-1hr drive away and AMAZING. Liquor licence: Its super easy to get a alcohol licence, as long as you are not Muslim and as long as you have a residency visa. visa: You can work on a husband visa without switching to the companies visa. He just has to sign a no objection letter. This is also great because it gives you the ability to change jobs more easily if your not happy somewhere. Cohabitation: Many couples live together even though its not allowed, and many gay people live here as well. its just something they do and don't discuss with anyone. Simple as that. Gardening: You can grow many fruits and veggies here that you can not in colder climates. Indoors you can grow all herbs (lavender, basil, mint, thyne, oragano, chives etc). Outdoors you can grow dates, mango, papayas, bananas, coconuts, oranges, limes, lemons, etc. Jasmine also grows really well here. Metro/ driving: The metro is very useful in the winter for all sorts of people. I don't see it as a degrading thing, but its not used by many in the summer because of the heat. If your not comfy driving here for the first while, hire a taxi.. they are extremely inexpensive. There is also uber, which is a taxi service in a nice black lexus with a polite driver who knows your name when you get in. Maids: Many people have live in maids, many have live out maids, many have a maid 2hrs 2x a week, many also clean their own house!! socializing: your husband will meet people at work, who you will probably go to dinner with etc. You will make friends through coffee meetups etc and will probably book adventures such as hot air ballooning, safari, etc with them, just as you would in UK. Uae is a different country, not a different planet. Most thing work the same here. Some things you need to yell at people to get done (Eg, anything bank or phone related), but everything works pretty much the same... Like Like Like I am at the public beaches most weekends. We pack a picnic to save on high food costs, every now and then we treat ourselves to the beach clubs I don't nor have ever had a maid only someone to do the ironing as I am rubbish at it I use the Metro all the time more and more Europeans are using it now. I have met so many great people from all over the world, I have learnt so many different things socializing with different nationalities and cultures whereas in the UK I only knew people from my home city ( Boring I know) There are so many things to do here, concerts, sporting events, literature festival, flea markets. Attending these events are easy as they are so close to home and you may end up getting freebies through people you meet. Dubai is what you make it. :-)
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Latest post on 10 November 2015 - 13:00
Hi ladies, just looking for a bit of your worldly advice? We've had ongoing AC issues in the house since the Summer.... Early last week the kids' bedrooms AC just stopped functioning and we called the LLs maintenenace team straightaway to fix an appointment for them to come out urgently...only showed up yesterday evening to say 'yes, there is a problem and we will get back to you' !!! Haven't heard anything since and it's 28 degrees C in their rooms!!! What can we do? Doubt there is any law that protects us? Thank you Erm there isn't really a law to protect you. We have the Rent Committee that handle disputes between LL and tenants but you would have to open a case and pay a fee of 3% of annual rent. I would keep calling the maintenance team till they come back and fix it
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Latest post on 09 November 2015 - 08:59
Hi ladies. Please can any of you advise where I can buy Christmas Cards relating to Dubai? I'm looking for something either original, elegant or even funny. TIA xx In the past I have seen ones in Hallmark
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 14:46
No wind up, honestly. We are totally unfamiliar with UEA money and what it means in real terms. We live OK in UK and have a lovely lifestyle in rural area but defo not flashy. We just want to get a feel for how good a package it is and whether worth leaving the cat for a sunnier climate. How much would a car cost to buy and run? Hubby may have a driver for work but we are not sure transport allowance will run to a personal one? Petrol is dirt cheap Hiring a car depends on what type you want anything from 1800AED a month upwards. I prefer to drive myself around as don't trust other drivers! I have saved a fortune here and my housing allowance isn't close to what you are being offered Some people want to live in a huge villa which costs a fortune, buy nothing but designer, do their weekly shop at Waitrose, go to champagne brunches every Friday hence the reason they may not save a lot. I live a very good life and manage to save too If the housing is paid in cash then you can get a smaller place in a nice area and save the rest Housing is the biggest expense here and if you are getting it paid with a decent monthly basic then you are laughing
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 14:00
Does anyone know of any companies who collect paper recycling from offices in Dubai? http://www.shredit.ae/en-ae/home-en
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 13:55
"The employer is offering six business class flights annually" Glad to see that the crazy expat packages are back ! :lol: I havent seen that amount of business class flights since pre 2009! Many companies don't offer any flights now and include it in the package Six is a very generous amount considering!!!!
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 13:36
Thank you ladies, you all make it sound so appealing and perfect -what is the downside? I think the employer sorts all the visa stuff and I don't think we'd use someone off the internet for anything financial or legal. Sorry, I was not suggesting I would not go to a church with Indians or Phillipino people but rather I would prefer a more mixed environment, if there were that option. At our current church the different communities tend (understandably, since they speak the same language and have a shared culture) to keep to themselves and I am thinking a church with a higher proportion of western expats might feel less lonely. So I have seen a few nice looking villas on Palm Jumeirah and a couple that stretch budget but are possible at Umm Sequimm. The Palm ones are front on to beach (seem to have steps directly down and private beach but the Umm Sequimm ones are sort of side ways on. Are these nice areas? What is difference in travel times to the main malls and Sheik whatsit road? Umm Suqeim has a lot of roadworks ( Near Safa park) due to the canal works and the malls. They will always be busy during rush hour My friend lives on the Palm and has a beach facing villa but has had problems with rising water levels ( The water in the past has risen up to the steps) and stagnant sea water. plus they don't have a lot of privacy as the villas are quite close together. Both areas are close to the malls ( Mall of Emirates and Dubai Mall)
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 13:06
Sorry to jump on this thread but I am potentially looking at trying to do some voluntary work here Sheikandbake. Do you know where I can find out more about this? Google doesn't seem to help?! Thanks. http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_latest_charity_news_5513.aspx#VOLUNTEER GROUPS Most have FB pages too
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Latest post on 08 November 2015 - 13:02
Hello all This year will be our first Christmas in Dubai and we are looking for recommendations for a yummy Christmas lunch preferable in the JBR area. Was thinking of the Ritz Carlton Hotel - anyone been there in Christmas Day? Many thanks for any help you can give. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic165817-your-favorite-brunch-for-xmas.aspx One of the posters Kelly has mentioned it ( 2014 post)
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Latest post on 05 November 2015 - 13:38
any advices about home cameras ? Input "nanny cam" into the search post above Lots of threads with advice
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Latest post on 05 November 2015 - 13:09
Hi catty85! Yes, British, football mostly and motorsports. Depending on the area it will either be DU or Etisilat then you need BEIN sports as an extra for football and motorsports If you are subscribing to the basic package for DU or Etisilat then BEIN sports is an extra AED80 per month on top Commentary is only in English for the football on two channels so if your DH match is on another channel the commentary may be in Arabic
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 11:31
Dragonmart also used to sell them
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 11:20
Try nextdirect.ae http://ae.nextdirect.com/en/girls/swim-shop/younger-girls-swim-shop/1 If you order over a certain amount they deliver for free and only take 3 days or so! OMG sarahlou thank you for the link they have such lovely clothes! Do they ever go on sale online? I think the prices are much cheaper than in the Dubai stores right? I imagine at Christmas items will go on sale and yes the prices are so much cheaper than Dubai I think they are the same prices as the UK
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:13
Try nextdirect.ae http://ae.nextdirect.com/en/girls/swim-shop/younger-girls-swim-shop/1 If you order over a certain amount they deliver for free and only take 3 days or so!
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:11
There are some 3 bed on booking.com if that helps
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:08
I haven't no as I had heard a few disasters from there. Oh dear that's a shame. I have used them in the UK ( Not Dubai) with no issues.
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:04
What's a kilim? Its a rug
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:03
Have any of them opened? I haven't seen any recently. The are a couple of new fast food outlets opened up where the food hall is
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:02
Have you tried Air B n B https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/8748273?checkin=11%2F21%2F2015&checkout=11%2F22%2F2015&guests=4&s=vExqBidf
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Latest post on 04 November 2015 - 10:00
Does anyone know when Bloomingdales home in Dubai goes on sale. I'm waiting to buy some things I need:) thanks There was a sale on in April then I think the next one will be DSF on 1st Jan
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 16:21
Great suggestion Sarahlou, managed to get one of the last tables at Mina al salam. We should have the voucher but thanks anyway, is it in the Fine Dining or Family book? There is only one voucher in the book not three :-( Its in the blue one
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 15:32
We have some friends coming into town and we wanted to take them to a really nice Friday brunch that is impressive similar to Al Qasr or Westin, a smaller scale is fine but we are looking to pay between 400 and 500dhs and preferably with an outside area as well as kids play area. They have been to Jumeirah Zabeel Saray on their last visit so that is out. Any suggestions? Mina Salam has a BOGOF in the Entertainer ( Cost will be 225PP) I have a spare one due to expire at the end of the year you can have. I don't know if there is much for kids but the food/view is amazing and it isn't raucous Beachcombers is cheap at the Jumeriah Beach Hotel, there is stuff for kids but the food isn't as fanciful as the others you have been too
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 08:56
Does anyone know where I can find a company that could make seat cushions for two wooden chairs and a bench we recently bought? The benches have very nice Arabic carving to then so a nice colourful arabic fabric over foam would be ideal. I got my outdoor cushion covers made at a place in Dragonmart. The shop was right at the end of where all the outdoor furniture is sold. I already had the foam. I paid around 400-500 for 10 covers two years ago.
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 08:53
I got mine from the pharmacy and they cost AED90, you can check the strength you need on the machine too
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Latest post on 03 November 2015 - 08:52
I think LL and tenants have now got wise to the rental laws and follow the rent calculator. It can be a better system for many tenants as prior to this some LL did want they wanted and didn't follow this rule or the rental laws. I think the only way around this is to negotiate the rent directly with them for less cheques. Any changes to rental contract have to be done 90 days before so if you want to haggle or not renew the contract for a further year then you need to do it soon ( 90 days before not 60 ) The two month ( 60 day penalty)is for when you are say in a middle of a contract and want to move, in doing so we forfeit 60 days rent. The LL has probably looked at the rent calculator and realized that they can ask more money and as their property in an investment they probably think the more money the better.
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Latest post on 02 November 2015 - 12:24
It's my first year in Dubai. Does anyone know if anywhere (like hotels etc) celebrates this night? I know it is probably a no but it was such a tradition with my family back at home I would love to carry it on here. I cannot really host celebrations at my own apartment! If my memory serves me correctly doesn't Arabian Ranches and Emirates Golf Club do a sort of bonfire night with fireworks etc oh really? I might have a look at that! I think the Ranches is organized by the JESS school Mums and sells out very quickly Call Emirates Golf club as they are usually helpful