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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 08:26
13 sleeps until we are back in Brisbane :) Whoop whoop!
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 21:06
I just got mine on Thursday so hopefully this info will be recent enough and help someone. I went to the DNATA on Sheik Zayed Rd near the Metropolitan Hotel. Easily parked on the street. Walked in main door and took escalator to first floor. There is a room called EGate kind if behind you as you ge off the escalator. I handed the lady a passport photo and my passport with a valid UAE residency stamp in it (issued in Ahu Dhabi if that helps anyone... ). She handed me back a form in Arabic and told me to go downstairs to the cashier right at th back on the building on the right hand side and pay 200aed. He gave me a receipt I took this back upstairs to the same lady who passed me my brand new Egate card complete with photo. The whole process took less than 10 minutes including me getting lost and asking for directions several times in the buidling. Easy peasy lemon squeezey!
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Latest post on 09 July 2011 - 10:38
It's opposite the York Hotel in Bur Dubai. It is slightly difficult to spot as there is scaffolding in the building that houses it. I have been there several times and they have been most helpful.
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Latest post on 08 July 2011 - 13:34
You can just fill a zipplock bag with water and put them inside the shoes...then put them inside the freezer, by the morning the water will be obviously ice ...Take them out, wait around 10 minutes till you can remove the bags from inside the shoes...Try them...they should be bigger... There is a video about that on youtube... It works for me...hope it will for you... This is the best tip EVER! I have a beautiful pair of very high peep toe shoes that I could never wear because they were too tight around the toes. I had them in the freezer for the last two nights and now they fit like a dream! After the first night they fit pretty well but after they second night they stretched further. Excellent result! Now I just need to practice walking in them...
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 15:10
You will be fine :) I wouldn't expect you to encounter any difficulty- Australians by and large are used to visitors from all around the world, many have travelled extensively themselves and as a tourist you will be predominantly in areas frequented by overseas guests. Have fun planning the trip. Hunter valley is lovely as is Byron Bay. The Tweed Coast (kingscliff etc) is also beautiful.
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 14:59
Broad question but easy answer: Absolutely more expensive!
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Latest post on 07 July 2011 - 14:57
Oh my oggdness, yes it would be safe for you. Don't get me wrong, Australia has it fair share of racist bigoted rednecks but I can't see you encountering any problems driving along the coastline there, regardless of how small and insular the town is that you chose to stop in along the way. May I ask you a sensitive question in return? What do you class as 'black'? Are of African decent?
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Latest post on 04 July 2011 - 16:43
Pretty much everyone I know gets their mail delivered to their work (or husbands) work PO Box. We actually have a box in our building in the car park that we pay 300aed a year for. They are very very hard to come by. Goodness knows how we eventually got one- perhaps the moon aligned or something! For parcels, they will be delivered to your door by the relevant courier - Amarmex, UPS, Fedex etc.
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Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 12:23
I haven't been to tat many brunches but have always had the option. A few weeks ago I went to one that offered three options: non alcoholic, wine/beer or bubbles. As I drink scotch only (duh... Refer to user name) I went for the non alcoholic option and bought my drinks separately. I thout this was pretty norm for brunches?
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 20:24
Thanks a lot both. Phew I nearly had a heart attack :) thanks a lot :) You're welcome. Hope she is okay.
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 20:09
Jebel Ali hospital. I have been treated there myself and was pleased with the service and care Hurry! She may need stitches the poor love!
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 20:07
That's because IATA numbers are for bone fide [b'> *travel agents* [/b'> - not wives of employees of airlines. <em>edited by Scotchanddiet on 26/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 17:31
Is this R? Are there really that many year 1 classes!!
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Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 16:54
It really is a dangerous road isn't it. I hope for the residents sake that they put in traffic lights soon. I was driving out of Springs 10 the other night and was driving cautiously as I knew the road conditions had changed and not driving regularly enough in the area was being extra careful. Thank goodness I was as I almost got taken out by another 4WD that was practically flying down the road as I went around the roundabout. Crazy road indeed
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Latest post on 24 June 2011 - 12:22
If so, does anyone know approx timings?
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Latest post on 24 June 2011 - 10:49
My personal favs in Phuket are the Laguna- either the Banyon Tree, Outrigger - actually any of the 5 in that complex. So lovely, relaxing and excellent service throughout. My other fav is way at the other end of the island - the Katathani resort. Absolutley gorgeous.
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 16:22
ohhh Yay! Imagine if we had a Waffle House too. Then the last stop of the night would be the Waffle House for some smothered, covered, chunked, topped, scattered hashbrowns ;)
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 20:42
I have used two websites bit with unique stuff: http://www.minigourmets.com.au And Http://www.bauble.com.au edited by Scotchanddiet on 19/06/2011 <em>edited by Scotchanddiet on 19/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 16:13
Slightly silly question, sorry in advance.... At the Karama markets, are the prices marked? I just don't want to ask for the price of things and get silly expat lady price! If I am going to head all the way down there then I want bargains! Or at the least the going rate!
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Latest post on 17 June 2011 - 10:55
Anyone have these on DVD? Or perhaps know of a friendly DVD person that may have them?
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 20:13
Which Star? My DS goes to Star, Umm Sheif and I havent been told about it. Keeping fingers and toes crossed that it applies to us. Yep- was in today's newsletter.
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 19:23
Star international. Fab news ;). It will make things far more manageable for so many people to do it that way. And much less pressure in September to come up with the years fees in advance (or terms or whatever) and the medical fees, books fees, new uniforms, extra curric fees- all those add up when it's back to school to time!
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 19:20
Darling, you have been very fortunate to have been home with your two so long tbh. In most countries, you probably would have been 'back' at work for a few years now. There is absolutley nothing to feel guilty about. Your littlest is off to a new adventure in school and won't be resentful in the slightest about you working. Imagine how less stressed a mummy you will be without worrying about ££££ ;) You are a fabulous mum and your kids love you. :)
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 19:14
How totally excellent.... Now if we can the landlord to do the same then life would be chipper ;) ;)
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 19:01
Modern Family Cougar Town Seinfeld
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 17:55
I'm not embo (obviously)! But I can say with confidence she is nit from Embo :)
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 17:51
We give ours a TV, DVD and the Pinoy package through Du. It only costs about any extra 60-70aed a month and includes a few entertainment channels, pinnoy channels, sport and news.
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 10:04
hey there BMAP! As it is super hot at the moment, my advise would be to eat somewhere inside the mall, then at the fountain times, pop outside to watch them from the boardwalk. WelcomeBTW!
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 19:37
People iron sheets?????
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 19:50
Can definitely help you. I work for a major travel company scotch and diet dxb @ gmail dot com <em>edited by Scotchanddiet on 31/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 17:15
Yes. I bought a few pairs in Gap in black and sparkly silver. Think they were about 80aed though. I also saw them in either Charles and Keith or dune (I get them confused!) at MOE
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 17:13
What does concern me about your complaint is the managers response that 'they hadn't thought of'. If that lack of security wasn't considered, what else has been overlooked?
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 17:11
I don't know of anyone that has used the tanning beds there, or at least admitted it- seriously blows my mind that they are even allowed here seeing as they are now illegal in many countries as they are so dangerous. I do know of people who have had the spray tans there and they are recommended for that. I know you didn't want anyone harping on with the dangers of sun beds, but can I urge you to check out their spray tans instead? Much safer.
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Latest post on 15 May 2011 - 11:33
flight Centre- 050 6400 347
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Latest post on 01 May 2011 - 21:10
oh please reconsider!!! Geckos are considered very lucky and harmonious animals. Many beleive that when ypu find a gecko in your home then yours is a happy one. We used to have dozens of them in Brisbane as we *did* have a happy home :) (except when the litte buggrs crawled into the air con units and short wired them!!
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Latest post on 29 April 2011 - 13:07
I like how Samantha Cameron isnt royalty, isnt pretending to be upper class and isnt wearing a huge hat to pretend to be something she's not.... Er ... she IS upper class. Very. That's what I thought.
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Latest post on 29 April 2011 - 13:05
David camerons wife not wearing a hat- controversial
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Latest post on 29 April 2011 - 13:00
How did Thorpie get an invite?
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 17:48
If I add up the 'extras' like popping into each day for fresh milk/bread/bananas etc I am guessing we'd quickly get to 1000aed a week for 2 adults, 2 kids and our maid. I don't shop around for bargains but shop at Spinneys mainly. I'm sure I could cut the bill done if I shopped at union co op or lulus or whatever but food is not something we compromise on in this house! bit like in Australia, we'd never shop at say Aldi or BiLo to save a few dollars, instead preferring to shop at Coles or Woolworths.
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 17:11
My agency is selling Cathay Pacific for about 4000 and a bit to Brisbane via Hong Kong. Great fare. If you want help littlepoppetdubai at gmail dot com if you want more info
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 21:47
Lady Silvia Kye-Kirri Sounds more like my p0rn star name!
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Latest post on 27 April 2011 - 21:21
He is questioning the break up and trying to tell myself that it doesn't matter, it will be alright. Look here for some more insight ;) http://www.songmeanings.net/m/song/3530822107858800163/
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Latest post on 25 April 2011 - 18:12
I can help you. Email me at littlepoppetdubai at gmail dot com Did you see this? I can solve this for you- promise! ;)
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 19:32
Kids Cottage. Lovely nursery, western/English speaking teachers, reasonable fees.
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 19:26
I can help you. Email me at littlepoppetdubai at gmail dot com
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 11:43
If the ticket says Karen Susan Fisher you'll be fine. Can I ask which airline and which country you are travelling to?
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:26
I am pretty sure that the pharmacy in teh Al Fattan Towers at Jumierah Beach Residence has a Compounding Chemist there. I can't recall its name but I think it is something like Scientific Pharmacy or similar. Try searching for 'Compounding Chemist" in your search field and that might help as that is what these pharmicists are often refered to.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:20
The Jetty at The One and Only Royal Mirage. Lovely and chilled out- overlooking beach. Good service, reasonable bar prices. I also like the Observatory on the 52nd floor of the Marriot Hotel near the Marina.
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 21:18
desertrain- contact the travel agency that booked the flights. They put a remark into the booking file for each passenger- takes literally seconds to do. Good luck
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Latest post on 15 April 2011 - 13:49
I have ordered from this site before but I am sure there are others if you do a google search: http://www.larkmade.com.au/british-union-jack-bunting.html
 
 
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