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Latest post on 07 April 2014 - 13:32
Good afternoon ladies! A friend of mine (just arrived) wondered if it were possible to buy dry shampoo in Doha; has anyone come across it? Thank you. Is there a Boots in Doha? I only ask as they stock it only in Boots Dubai ( nowhere else) so the same may apply there
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Latest post on 07 April 2014 - 12:46
Hi Ladies, DH has a birthday this week and decided I wil ltake him out for his favourite p0rk ribs, only I have no clue the best place to get them these days Please help Thanks Moo x Grand Grill at the Habtoor the best in Dubai! or Nezzasaussi in Al Manzil at Downtown <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 07/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 April 2014 - 12:05
Is this a new season or is it the original? I loved the series and wished it had continued with the story. New it is the old one I cannot believe I missed it the first time around
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Latest post on 07 April 2014 - 10:46
I have just started watching this and what a lovely program It shows it is never too late to find love, no matter what your age :-) Just read a quick synopsis, at least we weren't that bad ;) Mind it does look good and there's a good cast, will have to go on my list :) I watched the first episode last night and it was great. Fabulous acting to boot
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 16:54
We are flying from Al Bateen airport in Abu Dhabi on Rotana Jet, apparently its tiny and they dont have a duty free! The hotel we are in has just opened and dosnt have a licence yet, the group of us have kids so dont want to be doing late nights at other hotels with bars, we just wanted a few drinks for the rooms! Do you have a booze licence and can buy it at MMI or A and E before you fly and stick it in your case
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 16:22
Thanks,I wonder how strict they are? Im sure we can survive (as long as the duty free is open at the airport when we arrive! We are not flying from an airport with a duty free at departure). Does the country you are flying from sell alcohol in the shops? I have bought booze in my suitcase from off licences in the UK and then bought at Duty Free too ;-) Although I would not advice you to do this
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 16:08
My friend in Muscat said you do need a licence like UAE to buy it in shops :-)
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 15:51
Use the search post above and type in "Maids health insurance" There are many posts on this topic
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 15:49
Mini Monsters SZR ( Has website) Kids Jungle Dubai Silicon Oasis inside Cedre shopping village
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 15:48
If you are flying from Dubai I believe non Muslims can bring in 2 litres of wine or spirits or 24 cans of beer :-)
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:47
Di This is the reply I got We will do our best to keep everyone as informed as possible, and will use this page as often as possible to do so. If you are travelling through Dubai the quickest way for you to get information would be to speak to the airline you are travelling with.
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:44
The amount of times I have picked up half empty bottles of Deo Now I take from the back
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:44
So the question is which airlines are moving to Al Maktoum Airport and which are staying at Dubai International. Hopefully there will be a list published somewhere before May 1st, we are flying out on May 2nd and cannot get any info even from the airline. I think the airport has a Twitter and FB page so will ask Good idea, let us know if you get any info please! Will do
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:43
Hi, I am visiting Salalah at the weekend and wanted to know: 1/ Is there a duty free on arrival at the airport? 2/ Can you buy alcohol anywhere and what are the formalities? Do you need a licence as per the UAE? 3/Can anyone recommend a good car-hire? 4/ What would a taxi cost from the airport to the Rotana? 5/ Any restaurants which are worth going to? Many thanks!!! Yes to number one, I cant help with the others though sorry
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:34
So the question is which airlines are moving to Al Maktoum Airport and which are staying at Dubai International. Hopefully there will be a list published somewhere before May 1st, we are flying out on May 2nd and cannot get any info even from the airline. I think the airport has a Twitter and FB page so will ask
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:23
Great! Thanks ladies. I let it go and acted as if nothing happened this morning. Not a regular thing though.. Boys will be boys you’re right. Just don’t want him to get used to it and feel what he did is okay to me and maybe next time he won't mind doing it again. But next time he will do it again, will defo need to do something about it. Do it back if there is a next time! ;-)
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:19
Yes, mine has been known to do that too! I do let him know in the morning, but move on and live and let live. Boys will be boys .... I did laugh but then I suppose if I was OP I may not be too impressed LOL
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:18
do you think they will sell anymore or is it totally sold out ??? Unlikely as the concert was last night :-D It was great until rain stopped play. Left feeling a little cheated! I saw that it rained, and felt relieved in a way LOL sorry I am just bitter I didn't get to see UB40. We went to see Sir Geldof and after 30 minutes it rained very heavy and went home! They were great although wringing out my clothing because of the downpour wasn't pleasant I looked like a drowned rat! Sitting on my hands ;) I nearly said something else but would of opened myself up to all sorts ha
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:05
do you think they will sell anymore or is it totally sold out ??? Unlikely as the concert was last night :-D It was great until rain stopped play. Left feeling a little cheated! I saw that it rained, and felt relieved in a way LOL sorry I am just bitter I didn't get to see UB40. We went to see Sir Geldof and after 30 minutes it rained very heavy and went home! They were great although wringing out my clothing because of the downpour wasn't pleasant I looked like a drowned rat!
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:02
My fiancé got so drunk last night from a pub with his mates and acted stupid when he came home. He was singing, telling me how much he loves me, and acting weird, the usual drunk in short! One point, I gave him water to drink and I was calling him ‘my little boy’ because it felt like I was nursing a kid. Then he spat the water on my face playing, laughing and acting like a kid. I didn’t react and actually I sweetly put him to bed after. This morning, I told him what he did and he felt really embarrassed. My question is, shall I let it pass, forget and just understand that things like this normally happen especially bec he was drunk or shall I talk to him properly and say what? I am not sure how to handle such situation as I am sure he doesn’t mean to do that to me? Am I supposed to get angry and feel disrespected? If you were in my situation, what will you do? Shall I just forget? Please advise. Thanks Is it a regular thing? if not then leave it be. At least he was nice. I once dated a guy who was awful when drunk. Needless to say I knocked that on the head
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 12:07
I know these kind of queries have been voiced one a plenty so please do share your experience. Around our place, there are 2 residents who have made shelters in their gardens for their dogs... one is a GSD pup and another one is a fully grown GSD. I checked and there isn't any air conditioning arrangements ( both ). 2 days back the fully grown GSD ran out of his enclosure, lost on our street where my DH and another kind neighbour had to put him on leash( very frndly GSD) and the dog guided them back to his home. The dog was malnourished, fur comign out in clumps... he was asked abt such condition, he shirked and went inside. The second GSD pup...have always been on rounds to see him locked in the enclosure, with no humans around so that I could go and talk to the owners... Summer is just around the corner...now that I have seen the two gsd's I want to go and talk to the owners for their good....but do you think it will help?? IT's springs community... Perhaps there is a department at The Municipality you can report this too
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 12:06
You'd be surprised how much you can make selling your stuff. Dubizzle, garage sales, baby market, regional selling facebook pages - mirdif market, arabian ranches souq etc etc My friend recently went to a table top sale at Times Sq She said there were 2 ladies there selling baby stuff and their stall was packed with buyers <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 06/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 11:51
Picking up this thread again... 2 days ago there was a really negative article in Gulf News on Jumeirah Park, esp. the lack of actual Parks, Security, Community facilities... Rents seem to be very high (4BR at 280k??) and people start moving out already.... Any positive developments to report that would justify buying/renting there? 280k OMG!!!
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 11:43
Hi, are you able to watch BBC in Dubai? I will be moving to Dubai late this month so would be good to be able to watch a BBC program. Yes the Voice Final was good last night, Christina Marie voice very powerful and flawless performance but I am still thinking Jermain is the man and good luck to his bright future although his first performance wasn't that good but he had performed 3 different style of songs. I think Will.i.am speech won the British hearts again. The TV here isn't the best Most people download or use a VPN for online UK TV
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 11:08
I am flying with EK next week and just checked my ticket It says Terminal 3 so I hope it remains the same :-)
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 10:59
Morning Yes that's the second or third time this has happened and it's been really amazing. Not many of them left now though :( I know
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 10:59
The traffic is already 'interesting' in the area around Gulf News where there are some road closures, although a policeman is now on duty directing traffic which helps a lot - also I didn't realise there will also be bridges on AW road and JB road too. Guess it will be the same sort of diversions that took place while the Defence Roundabout/Interchange 1 intersection got constructed. Cumbersome but not hugely disruptive. I hope. :D Wasn't there less traffic then? I cant actually remember lol
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 10:52
Morning all, great start to the day … whilst trying to open the glove compartment in my ageing Kia I snapped the whole opening mechanism off. Does anyone know anywhere that I might be able to get it opened and replaced? I expect the Kia garage would charge a fortune. Also, the warranty it came with from 4x4 Motors requires it to be serviced every 5000K - any suggestions for reliable/ cheap servicing garages? Thanks, :-) Drive around Al Quoz lots of garages there I use AAA for servicing cheaper than dealer
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 17:06
which channel? HBO
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 17:05
bugg3r,.... that's harsh Busy and its the way to make the money
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 17:04
GE and Purple Rinse, you are both being mean We work later than you so no sympathy! Exactly and she started this far too early this morning ;) I was in at 7am! and still here :-(
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 16:42
GE and Purple Rinse, you are both being mean We work later than you so no sympathy!
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 16:41
i wonder if it is shown tonihgt in us..... No Sunday so I cant download till Monday :-(
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 15:27
still here.... trying to get boss to go home; failing miserably Not laughing much ;) Hahaha
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 15:10
have you treid dubizzle? I did. They are selling from original price of AED 175 to 400 thats ridiculous, they should be reported! clearly they only bought the tickets to make money! :-/ I hope no-one buys them and then they are out of pocket
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 14:59
I am normally a jeans and shoes type of women so i am always at a loss when i have to wear a dress. We are hosting a party later this month and i bought a full white dress for myself (5 months pregnant too). Now i am at a loss as to what colour accessories to buy with it? I feel golden would be too much. Dress is plain with net detailing so no other colour there. Would peach or pale green will look fine with it. Saw some beautiful pieces at lovisa in dubai mall yesterday. PS: i don't hesitate to wear bright colours :) edited by angel joy on 03/04/2014 If you are feeling adventurous, one of the best colors with white would be red, but not everyone is comfortable wearing red, so it really depends on your personality :) All the nice pastel colours are good too and coral especially if you are tanned
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 14:54
Woo hoo
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 14:28
Put :"City Hospital" in the search bar above and it throws up lots of threads :-)
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 14:00
Time Out Tickets Dubai Call the Irish Village directly
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 11:06
Has anyone tried this place ?? Really wanting a curry tonight :) Any suggestions for anywhere near to Downtown?? Brit Balti has opened in Barsha run by a British couple from the Midlands If you like the Brit Bangladeshi ones these are yum! Brilliant - authentic Birmingham Balti available right here in Arabia! Hopefully they deliver
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 10:41
It rained early this morning at 6 am I must of missed that :-)
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 10:23
Off to the UK - where the advice is to stay indoors due to the sand storm!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeh a friend of mine was complaining about the dust on her car. My answer, try living with it every day ;) I asked my Sister in Chester about it and she said talk about blowing things out of proportion.
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 10:03
anyone know where i can get some wine racks please to go inside a cupboard? Preferably not ikea or dragon mart as no time to go there :D Many thanks Home Centre at MOE
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 10:02
St Tropez Essentials on Al Wasl do them, it is the only one I can use that doesn't streak or turn me orange The best fake out of a bottle is St Tropez or Fake Bake which you cannot get in Dubai Usually the sprays last 4-5 days as long as you don't get in the shower and scrub yourself senseless on a daily basis
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 08:47
When did it rain?
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 08:44
Has anyone tried this place ?? Really wanting a curry tonight :) Any suggestions for anywhere near to Downtown?? Brit Balti has opened in Barsha run by a British couple from the Midlands If you like the Brit Bangladeshi ones these are yum!
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 08:42
The best one here is found in the larger Boots stores It is called Schwarzkopf GOT2B glued in a yellow bottle Blows Elnett out of the water and brushes out easy enough I have fine hair and this is the only one that holds my hair in place all night http://www.amazon.com/Got2b-Glued-Blasting-Freeze-Spray/dp/B0009VQ8X8/ref=sr_1_1/187-0611787-9905521?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1396500019&sr=1-1&keywords=got2b+hairspray
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Latest post on 01 April 2014 - 17:09
I have just scoffed a huge piece of ginger cake and am off for tea shortly :-(
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Latest post on 01 April 2014 - 16:58
Oh great, last part tonight. Carla1 you need a 'vee pee n' like w i t o pi a I downloaded it to watch tonight... :-)
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Latest post on 01 April 2014 - 15:35
thanks saralou- the first three were extortionate! what are the local airlines you are talking about? Qatar Etihad Google flights from Dubai to Crete and it will show up many links
 
 
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