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Latest post on 14 September 2016 - 13:37
My DD does, she's better if she sits in the front. It's mostly the jerky stop/start when in high traffic volume on SZR etc. I've been told not to sit in front of a taxi though as a woman. Something about it seems as though you are hitting on the driver. Is it true? Also, as a side note, I keep seeing DD and DH on this forum. What do they mean? In ten years I have never been hit on by a taxi driver. Most are pleasant and some don't chat at all If they are too chatty I use the time to listen to music or phone friends DH is darling husband and DD Darling Daughter
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Latest post on 08 September 2016 - 22:41
My company provides me with housing in Dubai. I do not get a cash payment, instead I am issued a furnished apartment that is paid for by my company. I am pregnant and due in January. My company has notified me that I will receive full pay and housing during my 6 weeks maternity leave, BUT if I take any of the additional 100 days without pay I will not be entitled to any housing during that time. So I will either have to move out of the apartment for those days or pay the landlord directly (10,500/month). Has anyone encountered this situation before? Can some one please offer some advice. Thank you The house as per your salary is part of your salary package therefore if you take 100 days unpaid then you will forfeit any housing or accommodation paid to you
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Latest post on 08 September 2016 - 22:36
do you mean from England or from here? Do M&S deliver food from here, that would be great. In a similar vein, does anyone know of a delivery service which delivers fruit and veg? It's UAE only and more expensive than the UK No they don't deliver food. Geant online and trolley.ae deliver food but I do not know if they have veg etc
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Latest post on 06 September 2016 - 23:50
It's always dry 24 hours before and as Sunday is Arafat day that is when it will start MMI sent me a SMS to say that they would be closed between those timings ?
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:19
Elite also has 5% off Botox and fillers I have just received their newsletter :biggrin:
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:11
Thanks Sarah Lou, is your friend coming to Dubai any time soon, ha ha. Every Feb haha
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:08
It will be announced on the 1st September when they site the moon You know what the next question's going to be, don't you....? ;) And I WILL NOT be the first one to ask it :biggrin: Haha no clue and don't care as I am in the UK Lucky bu**er! How's the weather BTW? My mum and dad says it's been chucking it down but according to them, "it needed a storm to freshen it up". :biggrin: I'm in Northern Ireland and the weather has been lovely. Arrived Friday and no rain yet sunny at the moment and apparently it is going to be 20 degrees later ??
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:06
Hi Seasand Thank you I will go have a look .:) ;) Try Hostex they usually have part time roles
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:03
Hi SL, I know you recommend Dr Allen for Botox and Fillers and I think I may have asked you before about the price you usually pay, but can't find the thread. I usually go to Dr Imran Tahir and pay about 3,800 for botox in forehead and fillers in crows feet and bunnies, for some reason he also puts them in my cheeks (he seems to think my face is too thin). Just wondered if it was worth me trying Dr Allen? Any advice greatly appreciated. Thanks very much.:) Hi Dr Allen now only does my Botox as my friend in the UK trained in fillers and buys them at cost for me ( restylane is only 100 to buy) I think when he last did my Botox it was around 1500 and the fillers were 2000. I think most of the top guys here charge the same prices. Give them a call as the Reception is usually very helpful. What I like about him is he takes the time to explain how everything works and doesn't make you do stuff you don't need and he's a lovely man
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:01
Hello Ladies I would like to attend a manicure and gel nail course in Dubai to brush up on my skills. Does anyone have any info on current courses available as most I can find are not running anymore. Also do we have a beauty wholesalers for supplies like Sally's in the Uk? Thank you There is a place called Nazih but they aren't as cheap as Sally's. I so wish they had one of those here
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Latest post on 30 August 2016 - 13:00
Hi Ladies, My Macbook seems to have some problems. It has become very slow and it cannot load any pages in Safari. Any ideas who can help me fix it? TIA Go to ABM care in Tecom They have sorted out all my apple devices in the past.i had major issues at computer plaza
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Latest post on 29 August 2016 - 20:45
It will be announced on the 1st September when they site the moon You know what the next question's going to be, don't you....? ;) And I WILL NOT be the first one to ask it :biggrin: Haha no clue and don't care as I am in the UK
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Latest post on 29 August 2016 - 14:10
It will be announced on the 1st September when they site the moon
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Latest post on 25 August 2016 - 14:59
I just bought some new makeup at [url=https://www.siennaonline.com'>siennaonline.com[/url'>. and I saw on their site that they're selling Kylie Cosmetics! Yea yea we know you work for them however the OP isn't asking for Kylie cosmetics but smashbox, NKD and Local :-)
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Latest post on 25 August 2016 - 14:57
does anyone know whether the android boxes that you can buy allowing you access to worldwide TV is legal in dubai ? someone told me that they are ? I don't think they are legal as Du and Etisilat have the monopoly and are licenced to show UK TV
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Latest post on 25 August 2016 - 14:55
my husband and i have been married since 25th april 2016. (less than 4 months) and he is currently seeking a divorce through dubai courts. we are both from different countries and we got married in a different country too. i have tried to reconcile but all efforts prove fruitless. luckily none of us have committed adultery or such. i was pregnant 3 months ago and lost the baby due to missed miscarriage less than a month ago. Now my husband wants a divorce. i really don't know how i will be able to support myself here in dubai alone if/when the divorce is granted. sadly, i hear it may not be possible to get any settlement through the shariah courts . and i also hear you can get dowry, nafket motto, and naffed eda. I'm not so sure yet. i'll like to know some advice from other women first before proceeding to see a lawyer. any advice ladies? This may help answer some questions http://www.thenational.ae/business/personal-finance/if-you-really-must-divorce-this-is-how-it-happens-in-uae
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Latest post on 24 August 2016 - 13:23
do they have satellite TV or cable TV that shows modern TV that is not illegal ? Only through DU and OSN but i find them not to be the best Netflix is legal here but GOT isnt on there If you have a smart TV or an apple TV you can use Netflix and pay monthly
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Latest post on 23 August 2016 - 18:42
What's the importance of kk in real life? I mean I'm trying hard to figure out what is the thing that made her famous enough to have this even come with hefty price tag??? I guess we all should stop people as such famous... Couldn't agree more ??
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Latest post on 23 August 2016 - 18:41
I don't know the difference but the only time I had them done was at tips and toes and they were great for about two days. It wasn't their fault but they drove me mad and I ended up pulling them out. They feel fake and a nightmare to maintain. I now tint mine and wear falsies if I do out. They are too spiky for me if that makes sense and if you are fair as I am they look fake
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Latest post on 23 August 2016 - 18:39
Many VPNs have now been blocked from Iplayer etc and due to the VPN ban I doubt anyone will give you info on a public forum about this ?
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Latest post on 22 August 2016 - 16:51
I have the same with Du and no issues either
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Latest post on 22 August 2016 - 16:48
Hi Ladies I am looking for best option to have online orders from UK/USA delivered to my work here in Dubai. Can anyone explain the differences between shop and ship and my box and let me know your feedback? Thank you!:) I mace only ever used S n S for clothes however I do price them here in the malls first and check the weight price to see if it works out worth it S n S can be expensive but I have never had any issues and it takes a week to arrive Many stores now deliver to the UAE for a nominal fee. River Island Next.ae Namshi has some brands New Look I rarely shop in Dubai anymore as too may bargains online
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Latest post on 22 August 2016 - 16:45
Those brands will be overpriced here, always. For instance, Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation at Sephora/Paris Gallery in UAE is 220dhs, in Canada it's approx. 120dhs after tax. If you want inbetween products, NYX is good and available at Lifestyle stores (or online at landmarkshops.com). You can also browse LookFantastic.com and FeelUnique.com, they carry a range of international makeup brands and deliver to UAE with Free Shipping after a minimum spend. I order Maybelline, L'Oreal etc from them and it's so much cheaper than UAE prices. My Maybelline eyeliner costs 20dhs from FeelUnique.com, at Lifestyle it's for 35dhs. I second NYX. Most of the ones you listed have a mark up price of 30% here I wish they sold MUA here as it is so cheap at home and my friend who is a makeup artist at home swears by it
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Latest post on 16 August 2016 - 19:46
Nope I love my hair tools but unless it can straighten or curl my hair without me having to touch it at all then it's a rip off
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Latest post on 16 August 2016 - 19:44
I don't know if you know but a lot of the registration places open late and on Saturdays and it takes less than half hour. I go to Barsha Mall in the underground carpark they do the test whilst you sit upstairs and wait In the office I go after work and as I said it only takes 30 mins less if your car doesn't need testing
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Latest post on 15 August 2016 - 16:29
I also read that if the child is born less than 180 days from the marriage certificate then said child will not be given a birth certificate and the matter is referred to the court
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Latest post on 14 August 2016 - 20:28
We used one called sky something in the past they are cheaper than DHL etc
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Latest post on 14 August 2016 - 20:20
You have to continuously work for 12 months before being entitled to mat pay. If you fall pregnant before the 12 months then you only receive half pay This is as per the labor law Regarding the nationality I think I once read that here the child will automatically receive the Fathers nationality not the Mothers
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Latest post on 14 August 2016 - 20:19
Hello ladies, Does anyone know where I can find those big wooden boats that are used to serve sushi? or how much they cost? Thanks so much! I think I have seen them in Daiso and they were very cheap
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Latest post on 09 August 2016 - 11:56
We are struggling to get all our paperwork in order for the family visa, having been such gypsies and gotten married in the Carribbean, one child born in Ireland and two born in Australia. I know the Irish birth certificate, once apostilled, can be legalised in the Qatar Embassy in London. I can get the Australian birth certificates apostilled in the Australian Embassy in Dublin but where do I get them legalised? This is all so confusing and time consuming, I 'm worried the visa won't be processed when the children have to start school. Have you attested your marriage certificate in the Caribbean as you have to attest it in the country you married in. I would also contact an attestation company in Qatar there will be plenty on the web and they will be able to help and give advice as the ones here in the UAE are great for us
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Latest post on 09 August 2016 - 11:52
Morning Does anyone know if you can buy the cartonizer part of an e-cigarette in Dubai and if so where? thanks Dragonmart sell some bits but as they are illegal in the UAE you wont find them anywhere else Do you know where I'm Dragonmart, my husband is desperate? I have his card on my fridge at home I can check tonight and tell you exactly where If my memory serves me correctly it is in the EA bit but they are aren't on the main drag they are in a shop behind. I am sure if he went and waved his E cig around they would point him in the right direction What make does he have?
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Latest post on 09 August 2016 - 11:44
One drove me back from the airport in the new year She too traversed all the lanes on SZR and sat in the fast lane doing 80KM She also had her phone tucked between her ear and Hijab and spent most of the journey chatting on the phone. I didn't have the strength to tell her to stop using her phone as had just got off a night flight and was shattered
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Latest post on 08 August 2016 - 12:53
Morning Does anyone know if you can buy the cartonizer part of an e-cigarette in Dubai and if so where? thanks Dragonmart sell some bits but as they are illegal in the UAE you wont find them anywhere else
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Latest post on 07 August 2016 - 13:32
I have never found one here. There used to be a group in Mirdif that did WW but that was many years ago I got my friend to register at a meeting in the UK in order to get me the books I have been doing it for 7 weeks so far and have lost 7KG ( Had to exercise every day though) It is so easy to put it on but not to get it off Good Luck
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Latest post on 06 August 2016 - 20:00
Facebook buy sell and swap and Dubizzle always have items too
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Latest post on 06 August 2016 - 19:58
SilverAlex I hope you can update this as I kind of need the same info now - what did you do ? Did you have access to some kind of meds, or a gynaecologist that helped ? Sleepless right now!! :( A coil can work but gynae will need to advise on this and it has to be inserted up to 5 days. Taking s combined pill may work but In some cases it hasn't as it is licensed to be used this way
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Latest post on 06 August 2016 - 19:52
Tenant although mine refunded me the cost ? He's good like that though
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Latest post on 30 July 2016 - 16:00
I can only suggest the hotels as no residential area would allow this for non tenants
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Latest post on 30 July 2016 - 15:27
Hi Ladies, Just wondering if anyone knows where I can get a spraytan? Thanks for any help. Essentials on Al Wasl road near the old park and shop. St Tropez and have used them many times
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Latest post on 30 July 2016 - 15:25
I live In the Greens and love it here Plenty of families, nice places to walk and most buildings have small parks for the kids It is close to Mall of Emirates and Ibn Battuta At one end we have a small supermarket tailors beauty salon, pet shop, pharmacy and pizza place At the bottom end there are restaurants, coffee shops ice cream shop salon larger pharmacy pizza place and sunglasses shop I wouldn't live In Tecom as there is too much concrete and high rise buildings The Greens is green, clean, very well maintained. During Xmas they put a tree with lights in the fountain and the same at Ramadan ( nice lights) Emaar who developed the area are one of the best. Regent school is part of the Greens and two of my friends children go there
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Latest post on 19 July 2016 - 16:31
Its awful, stick to the series
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Latest post on 19 July 2016 - 16:24
Hi Can you recommend the place to get Botox in Dubai? Thanks Tandy Dr Jaffar Khan ( Al Wasl road) Dr Allen Rezia ( Dubai Healthcare City)
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Latest post on 06 July 2016 - 19:25
Word of warning some guy posted on one of the other forums saying that he and his Brother rented a place on the shoreline and they only got one access pass for the beach. I don't know if there has been a problem accessing the facilities as I beleive I read something about charging for the passes
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Latest post on 06 July 2016 - 19:17
Dear all, A single father friend of mine is looking to hire a maid/child minder. He is getting conflicting information as to whether or not he can do this legally given he lives alone with his daughter and hiring a maid would mean living under the same roof as a woman who is not his wife. I have seen posts here where people say they know of other single fathers having been able to do this. I would private message to get in touch but can't seem to find how (possibly disabled). Anyone know anybody who has or is doing this? Help much appreciated. If he can't have a live in he could use an agency maid. I would speak with immigration regarding the lie in route. I know the other poster means well but it is always best to either sponsor or have a sponsored one from an agency due to insurance and huge fines if using illegal ones. Also there is no private message function on here
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Latest post on 03 July 2016 - 13:04
Gulf News confirmed last week that it will be Wednesday and Thursday: [i'>[b'>Private sector holidays for Eid Al Fitr have been confirmed by the UAE government and will be from Wednesday, July 6 to Saturday, July 9 with work resuming on Sunday, July 10 (4 days). [/b'>[/i'> http://gulfnews.com/guides/life/ramadan/features/eid-al-fitr-2016-all-you-need-to-know-1.1548801# I think people got confused as GN ( paper) said that it was two days but depended upon the sighting of the crescent moon
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Latest post on 03 July 2016 - 12:59
Do I have anytime left or is RTA already closed for Eid Go to Barsha Mall, it takes half the time the one on SZR does If you need to have it inspected ( More than 3 years old) the inspection place is in the underground carpark and is signposted If you don't go straight upstairs. You only need your EID as your insurance company will of sent the record to the RTA
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Latest post on 30 June 2016 - 21:00
Hello there I searched and researched so much today and finally the new bose QC35 I liked them. All retail shops very expensive. Does anyone suggest a good shop or site to get discount on bose thx Look on the UK sites and open an Aramex shop and ship account to ship them here
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Latest post on 30 June 2016 - 20:58
I did that when my kids were 12 but i used to enter w them and seat them then meet them out when the film finishes but i think i am too overprotecting i think.of course i was in the same mall where the film is . I think in this day and age that isn't being overprotective. It's called being a good Mum I grew up in the relatively safe 70s and wasn't allowed into town on my own until I was 15 ?
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Latest post on 30 June 2016 - 20:55
Hi mnmz Sorry to hear about your Macbook. Something you are used to and loved. Sarahlou123 Would you know if abmcare does trade in? My Macbook Air is over four years old, although working very well, it would be nice to get a bigger version like the Pro. Or does anyone know if any shop would do that in UAE? Thank you. Hi They only do a trade if the item cannot be fixed I don't know of anywhere that does this sorry
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Latest post on 30 June 2016 - 13:28
When i lived in a villa it was AED1000 now in an apartment AED500
 
 
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