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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:33
The company 'should' have death benefit insurance which would cover death at work which would include transit, whether this was in place or not remains to be seen. Very sad case. Our office is based on SZR and today alone i have seen two accidents from my office window, its just frightening. It seems to be getting worse day by day I wish something could be done about it as I am frightened that one day it could be one of us SZR in the morning is like a race track. Tailgaters, lane swerves, texters, non indication the list is endless. Way above everything else, it is the driving on the roads here - that will drive me out of this country! Scared to death half the time I am on the roads, from simply leaving Mercato Mall to going to MOE! Its the people that cut in front of you that scare me the most. Tailgaters I can move away from.
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:19
Hi ladies. I was just wondering what the outcome was on the below case. We were asked to sign a vacating letter in June 2013 not stating the reason (though her email leading up to this letter stated her daughter was moving in, so we thought fair enough and we signed). However, she has sold the property in January and the new landlord is saying he bought the property because of this vacating letter. New LL lives in the UK and owns 30 properties in Dubai so is not moving in. Is our old LL's vacating letter valid in this case? You seem to have had a very similar experience, so would love to hear from you. Thanks. No legal! A reason MUST be given for asking a tenant to vacate, with 12 months notice - RERA are absolutely clear on this. My LL sent me a 2 month notice stating he didn't wish to renew my tenancy agreement - this was also in my contract - but I have all the emails clearly outlining his only reason is to push the rent up - RERA told me in no uncertain terms that the law overrules this and he HAS to renew under the old terms - end of story. If you signed a vacating letter ....this is the end of the matter and the landlord has the right to take it from you.....Rental committee do not interfere in issues that was agreed between the two parties. It is irrelevant of the 12 months notice and this is a different matter as this an eviction notice that the landlord has to give you before evicting you but in your case you have agreed to sign a vacating letter on certain date and after this date it will be illegal to stay in the accommodation. Do not confuse the two issues! I am afraid there is nothing you can do....sorry. edited by jojo 1 on 11/05/2014 my friend has just been through a similar thing. She opened a case at the RC and lost as a vacating letter was given with 12 months notice.
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:15
I thought FaceTime was banned in the UAE! I've never even seen it on any Apple devices here! I've been using FaceTime for quite some time I dnt think its banned here When I upgraded my IOS it appeared?
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:13
What is DHR? You mean DHL? OP wrote cost was 230DHR minimum Wondered what DHR was? aha, I guess she means dirhams? Just clicked :-)
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:12
Use the search bar above and input "importing pets" there are lots of posts with advice regarding this
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:11
What is DHR? You mean DHL? OP wrote cost was 230DHR minimum Wondered what DHR was?
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:08
The company 'should' have death benefit insurance which would cover death at work which would include transit, whether this was in place or not remains to be seen. Very sad case. Our office is based on SZR and today alone i have seen two accidents from my office window, its just frightening. It seems to be getting worse day by day I wish something could be done about it as I am frightened that one day it could be one of us SZR in the morning is like a race track. Tailgaters, lane swerves, texters, non indication the list is endless.
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 16:08
What is DHR?
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 15:07
Sooo funny and sooo true! Number 3 - why do we do that, isn't it obvious! I do it here too!
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 14:34
Hi, Do any of you know how far Dubai Logistics City Near New Al Maktoum Airport is from Business Bay? If I have to drive from Shk Zayed Road 1st interchange how long would it take to reach Dubai Logistics City? TIA At one time of the day Its clocked at 53KMPH however could take longer if it is first thing in the morning as the traffic on SZR is a nightmare first thing I have done The Greens to DWC in 30-40 mins if that helps
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 14:05
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic217835-excellent-infant-baby-photographer.aspx Some info on others
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 14:03
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 14:00
Ok, I can honestly say I have never heard of toasting on one side - LOL. It's not an "American" thing. Funny, none the less. I was going to ask if any Americans could elaborate on this so thank you :-)
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 13:35
Well that's proof that Americans are odd!!! I think I heard it from Stings "Englishman in New York" Doesn't he sing "Like my toast done on both sides"?
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 13:27
So I ask for 2 pieces of toast, buttered - how does it come, toasted on the outside only, with butter having been placed in between the 2 slices and melted! They don't understand how we toast our bread on both sides I have heard the Americans only toast one side also
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 12:57
Sadly there is never any guarantee that the new tenant will pay the same as the current one (unfortunately!). Due to the increases 143 will no doubt shoot up to 180!
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 12:54
If anyone out there knows a place that can take a look at my son's PS4 please let me know. it's stuck on Safe mode & we tried our best to solve the problem @ home ...looks like we need professional help :) thank you ! Have your tried Googling the problem? You will be amazed at what information and help is found online without having to take said PS to a professional and pay for it This is one of the threads I saw http://community.us.playstation.com/t5/PlayStation-4-Support/PS4-Stuck-in-Safe-Mode/td-p/42524881 I imagine there will be lots of helpful stuff online for you Good Luck
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 12:49
Ladies, which hairdresser only for a trim would you recommend at Hairworks, Ibn Battuta Mall & where exactly are they. Thank you. I cannot tell you who to go to If you use the search post above and pop in Hairworks you will get lots of threads with recommendations on The phone number for location is 04 451 2777
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 12:41
Sharon at Salon Ink did mine and I LOVE it, need to go back in June for a re-do! But otherwise - you can also use Ali or Dalma Kelly Sharon Ali Dalma They are all very good
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:33
The Greens all the way Lovely community feeling, landscaped, beautiful tree and flower lined streets They put lights up at Ramadan, EID and the Christmas trees go up each year :-) Low level in some areas so not skyscraper central Choitrhams Supermarket close by which now have Tescos products :-) Ice Cream and Cake shop Tips and Toes nail salon Pharmacy Book shop Mens Barber Pizzeria Berts Café Nandos Caribou Coffee Costas Berts Café All within walking distance Lovely clean pools and gyms Walking around the lakes Easy to get in and out of Metro stop 10 mins walk away as is MOE I am biased as have lived there for many years :-)
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:27
Thanks saralou, I'm not sure what a visa run is though lol! Do u mean driving to Oman to cross the border and back? If so do u know how many times ur allowed to do this? As much as you want. I have several friends who have been doing it for forever You do the visa run to Hatta <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/05/2014</em>
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:20
You can extend your visa once at the Immigration but it is quite expensive You can do visa runs which are cheap
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:16
Morning ladies, Looking for some visa advice, until recently I worked for emirates but I resigned and now I'm back on a visitors visa, planning to stay here for the next few years with bf and currently looking for a new job, The stamp on my passport says it's only valid for 30 days but I ve heard u can stay up to 90 if u pay, do any of u know if that's right? How u go about it? Or have any other information that might be helpful? Many thanks in advance What nationality are you?
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:14
Hi Ladies, Do any of you know where I can arrange a snorkeling trip or to see dolphins? Any recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thanks Call Kathleen Plom at Travel Counsellors 050-8190639 I have been in the Dhows in Dibba and seen them but once you got in the water they disppeared
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:12
I thought passengers who have babies that fit in the bassinet seats have priority not older infants I admit that I have refused to move, NOT to a family with a young baby but with an older child I am tall and OH is 6ft 4 therefore being cramped in an economy seat is not our idea of fun :-(
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:09
Western hairdresser please. First time looking for Chloe Kardashian kind of hair although my hair is lighter in colour and fine. Anyone tried Feldvoss in JLT? Salon Ink all the way
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:09
Hi Lizzy Index here do it. It isn't cheap but they are quick http://www.indexdubai.com/division.php?did=2
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Latest post on 11 May 2014 - 11:08
Well, I tried a 12 skirt, no way that was going to fit - so tried the 14, no way again. Didn't try the 16... I just can't do it - it's a mental thing! ha ha. I will buy from another shop instead... in fact, perhaps I'm off to Wallis ... ha ha. Me too Dotty P's, River Island, Warehouse, M&S are the sizes they are meant to be.
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 16:08
and empower / and enoc / and adnoc / and the hotels and and and ..... and ..... the problem is that school is the most costly as it's such a large sum for us to pick up - 2% is a substantial add on. If I take Grade 7 @ one of the schools... school fee is approx. 60,000.... there are 200 students - annual revenue for grade 7 is 12 Million. They will collect an additional 240,000 AED in admin fees from Grade 7 alone if we assume that every body pays with credit card. Multiply that by 7 for each grade offered in the school - and the total collected for admin fees is 1.7 Million AED. Are they for real...... Adnoc has never imposed fee surcharge for using credit cards, and I have never paid that fees at any hotels or anywhere here either. I think you are mistaken in saying that the school is collecting that sum for their own use since you called it admin fees, but it is in fact the money the school has to cough up to pay the bank for the "convenience" they offer to the parents. Unless the school has already baked in the additional expense into the school fees from the get go and then still want to charge the surcharge on top. From the school's perspective, this money could be better used to improve school facility etc. As a consumer, I would not like to be charged the fees and would want to take advantage of the cash-back or other fringe benefits the credit card offers, but at the same time, I can understand where they come from. In this scenario, I would opt for a different method of paying then. edited by Saharagypsyrose on 08/05/2014 For using your Debit Card at the petrol station I think they charge an extra AED4
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 16:04
I never like using the CC at the petrol station because you have to give your PIN number to the attendant, at least at the one I use they don't let you work the machine yourself. No way am I going to do that. I have always entered the pin? I would never give my pin to anyone here although my bugbear is when shop and other staff don't check the signature on the back of the card against the receipt!
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 15:34
I lived in a compound a few years back it was 140 for a 3 bed with a shared pool 4 villas in the complex They changed the flight path after we moved there so we moved as the noise was awful I found mine by driving around\ Good Luck
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 15:30
The Boardwalk does pork too. And a beautiful view of the creek! :) Thanks I forgot about there
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 15:29
I agree too. Somehow they always just *look* like they've been made at the tailor and you can get such lovely suits in M&S etc that last well and are so well finished/cut. Much cheaper often too! I got 2 from Primark in the UK, I don't suppose they will last that long but fully lined and smart They cost me the grand total of 19GBP! BHS had some lovely ones for 30GBP too I do prefer Marks though
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 14:22
as in the Meadows and Lakes houses......thanks! I live in an Emmar building but apartments. I have some strange bulbs that ACE etc don't sell and I tend to go to the builders merchants place on Umm Suqqeim road opp the red petrol station and Pan Emirates
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 14:18
Try Trip Advisor they give reviews on hotels etc
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 13:33
CW can my Sister in the UK apply there for me here? Does that make sense? no you must be in the uk when you apply they can check if hte passport has been used to get and out etc and they do check. Thanks I suppose I can go to the office In Liverpool when I am home at Xmas as I will be in the country for a few weeks
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 13:31
I thought it normally worked where your salary was split in 3: 1. Salary 2. Housing Allowance 3. Transportation Added together and that is what you got in your pay. Some do it this way Others pay your LL directly Some give it up front and deduct monthly from your salary I think taking it in one lump is very harsh though however I would check your contract I spoke to my PRO who said there is no law governing this in the labor laws Has DH spoken to HR at him company?
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 13:24
Thanks Ladies
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 12:32
Afternoon all Does anyone know where you can get a nice English breakfast in Dubai Preferably near the Marina/Beach Road I love the Lime Tree but P@@k rashers not beef Thanks
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 12:00
Thank you! Appreciated! I find dubai life still very harsh, but the forum and peoples willingness to take time to read and reply, makes me feel so grateful x Harsh? :-)
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 11:47
Hi all, I am just wondering if I have to renew our car registrations yearly in Dubai? Do you get a notice from the RTA when its due, or is the date on a disc somewhere on the car??? Each country is so different with regards to these things! Just a busy mom trying to figure out what I have to remember to do in future! Thanks! Every year yes and as Izzy says it will be on your registration card and sticker on your number plate
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 09:43
Anyone had any experience with Careem or Uber? DH might not be able to pick me and DS up from work this afternoon. Just would like to know if I book them, will they definitely come? Or will it be the same as regular RTA taxis and take my chance to see whether they turn up or not? Did you use your credit card to pay or can I pay cash? Many many thanks! Have used Careem several times. Yes they will definitely turn up and they will text you when the driver is en route and when he has arrived. They are not the same as the reg taxis Chauffeur driven, nice cars. I paid online so don't know about the cash option sorry
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 09:42
Is Tramadol hydrochloride available on prescription in Dubai please? My Father is here visiting & has just realised that he doesn't have enough for his stay. He has severe osteoarthritis & will be in rather a state without them! TIA When I was admitted to hospital with a back injury I asked the surgeon if they prescribed the drug and they said no. They gave me another one which I didn't end up taking as the side effects after taking one were awful. I would call Life Pharmacy here and ask as I was under the impression it is banned here too
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Latest post on 08 May 2014 - 09:40
Anyone had breast augmentation done before? I had this surgery 3 weeks ago in my home country and was wondering how long the healing process took? I've heard different things and I'm still experiencing pain, especially when laying down. Some say its normal and that it will be like this for about 12 weeks after the surgery. I had a breast lift at the same time so perhaps that's one of the reasons also?? I did but didn't experience any pain at all and went back to work in 2 days Lots of itching and couldn't lie on my front for a few weeks Everyone is different I suppose. When you say laying down do you mean on your front or back?
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 17:11
I just don't want to be caught out with a scam, so best to stick to a company, but then who to go to, as agents are so rude and painful to deal with these days.. If only this country was more regulated in regards to property and prices, far too much greed fuelling price hikes.. Good Luck I will have to go through it again for the 4th time next year :-(
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 17:09
It's amazing! One of the best things I've seen on TV, have been recommending it all around. Have finished the whole season, and wasn't disappointed for a moment. I admit I struggled with the 1st episode but ploughed through and oh my goodness The 2 leads are such great actors in the movies and don't disappoint in this either MM is to die for ;-)
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 16:42
I have just started and am hooked!
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 16:36
To be honest I didn't have any problems with my DVDs And before anyone on here picks on me none of them were p*** ;) I brought S** and the City, Rome and all sorts. They were just pack in the middle of all my other stuff including books and CDs. I brought mine too :-) with no problems
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 16:36
I think someone's got confused somewhere though. They're pricing the tesco own brand stuff in line with branded products, the tesco own brand cornflakes are more expensive than Kellogg's, the tesco own brand rice pudding is more expensive than ambrosia, etc. Think someone needs to explain that tesco own brand stuff is not a premium product and is what people purchase when they're trying to cut back. I like what you wrote and that is what I was worried about. Waitrose is the same here
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Latest post on 07 May 2014 - 16:31
Considering we are all non UK residents now and the amount of applications they must deal with I don't think 7 weeks is a long time Or is that just me? I
 
 
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