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Latest post on 06 April 2013 - 21:02
Mine too!!! Just had to get all the garden furniture in, the weather has turned into a full on storm!!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2013 - 14:34
I know, sounds like a lot of time indoors this weekend!!! I wonder when it's going to hit? I've got visitors taking a flight home tomorrow!
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Latest post on 27 March 2013 - 08:01
I stood yesterday to return 2 nightdresses that went through the till at double the price they were displayed at. Annoying and a total waste of time but it's the principal!
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Latest post on 27 March 2013 - 07:57
Hi Chocoholic, I ordered the Platinum pro EZ tiger that's on promotion, seen it at C4, looks good enough to me. Didn't want to spend a fortune as it's just to see me through the summer months, hope that helps!!
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 12:59
I've just ordered one online at C4. Got a good deal, you should check them out, really pleased, that's the answer to not being able to run outside in the heat and not paying high cost gym memberships!! music on in the comfort of your own home, excellent!!
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 09:11
Yes, i would like to get one too just for the hot summer months as I've called a few of the gyms and the prices for 3/6 months memberships are way too expensive, be better off getting a treadmill for the house! Does anyone know the best places to get them? looking at Dubizzle but don't have a clue regarding the brands either! any good sports shops anyone knows that does them doing sales???
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Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 08:48
Just check with them re your data usage as it happened to me. I'm on DU and was on the 100 aed package a month and I was getting large bills in for data usage and I couldn't work it out. After much investigation it turned out that even though I thought I was using my wifi in my house on my mobile when browsing as the wifi sign was on, my mobile was overriding the wifi and using the internet roaming instead according to DU. Couldn't believe it as hardly used the data when I was not in the house and not on wifi. I had to eventually turn of the internet roaming on my phone and that was the problem sorted with the bills but not ideal at all!!
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Latest post on 15 March 2013 - 17:53
I'm just back from it and I agree, not much for children at all, more for adults and very busy!!
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Latest post on 07 March 2013 - 07:15
Just out of interest, are teen babysitters allowed I.e paying them? I'm just in a spot where we have don't have a maid, I have used an agency babysitter but they are v expensive so if we could find a teen babysitter that would be great that we could trust.....just want to make sure it's all above board!!
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 10:26
Goodness, I've opened it, I'm paranoid now but good to know the info!!! So is it only Rashid hospital that has the anti venom? do government hospitals like the Iranian hospital have it?, don't want to be passing it on the way to Rashid as time would be of the essence!! (just trying to get an emergency plan into place with young kids!!) Before I moved to my villa apparently they were here in the huge communal garden but got spotted and sprayed and I know a friend who had them in her garden, nightmare!!! <em>edited by Spicy pepper on 05/03/2013</em>
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Latest post on 25 February 2013 - 07:29
We have only had a maid for 1 year but have decided not to renew her contract as we really wanted the house back to ourselves. We have 2 young children but I'm a stay at home mum. I have done it all my life apart from one year so I knew I could manage on my own again. We are totally loving having the house back to ourselves. It's bliss being able to walk around and not worry about anyone. Also not having the responsibility of being totally responsible for someone is a breath of fresh air as I always worried about if anything happened to her , health issues etc. I'm managing great, have got a part time cleaner coming in once a week and I live in a large 4 bedroom villa. I'm actually enjoying doing some of the house tasks again, yes the ironing is a bit boring but you can put your favourite tv programme on and your soon through it!!. I really don't think we will go back to having live in help again. Good luck with your decision!!
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Latest post on 22 February 2013 - 20:20
Hi ladies, Do you have any idea who offers the best deal for Micro scooters here for a 4 year old as they seem to be SO expensive!! Thanks in advance.....
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Latest post on 20 February 2013 - 08:41
Hi ladies, Before we came to Dubai DH and I made a UK will which we have a copy of here. I'm just looking for some advice from any of you that have done the same. What do we need to do to get it recognised here? thanks in advance.
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Latest post on 19 February 2013 - 12:21
Just terrible, thinking of the poor people involved and hope they are OK. <em>edited by Spicy pepper on 19/02/2013</em>
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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 10:32
I guess it is whatever works for your family. That is the best answer, you really don't need to ask everyone about their personal habits.... Yes, that is true. You need to find the best solution for your family. Also, depending on how old they are, maybe they could take a shower without you so that it is less work for you in the mornings. Thanks!
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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 10:09
Just to refresh them for school, incase they have been hot in their bed etc.
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 11:29
Regarding the holiday part, with our own situation we offered to our maid after only 5 months of working for us to pay her flights to go back home and see her family and give her a month off. She refused but then asked for the flight money instead! She ended up having a months paid holiday here in Dubai when we went home for the summer. We have been very good to our maid and gave her lots of holiday throughout the year. <em>edited by Spicy pepper on 15/02/2013</em>
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 09:39
Just on a final note, my husband went to immigration where he asked for clarification to the authorities as we are completely new to this. In this case where our maid is transferring to another family in Dubai after a 1 year contract the authorities have confirmed that she is contractually not due any holiday gratuity pay nor any flight money. Flight money would only be due if you were sending her home. So that is the matter clarified from a legal and contract standpoint. Obviously after that, everyone has to make their own personal decisions if they wish to do anything which is what we have done.
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 08:00
Thank you ladies for all your comments. This is the first time we have ever had a maid so we have never been through the process at the end before so I just wanted to check with you what she is asking for is correct. I thought these things were given if she were to renew her contract with us.. If this is correct then of course we will giver her the money. We would never not give our maid money that she is entitled to.
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 17:58
Thank you ladies, she is asking upon completition of her 1 year contract before she transfers to her new family a paid flight home (although she is not going) and a bonus of 1 month salary....
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 14:41
Thanks she will be transferring directly to another family so are we required to give her a flight ticket home? I thought this would be the case if we renewed her contract? confused....
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Latest post on 27 January 2013 - 10:04
Planning to go from France to the UK. We checked using the Emirates miles for the Easyjet flights but the amount of miles you would have to cash in wasn't worth it, better to just pay and keep the miles for something else!. It really is a difficult one, I might hold off a bit, going to be obsessed checking them every day now! it's such a gamble!! Have you tried Flybe? Thank you Marroosh, they do fly my route via a stop off but it's much cheaper!! would never have thoguht of them, thanks!!x
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Latest post on 27 January 2013 - 09:47
Planning to go from France to the UK. We checked using the Emirates miles for the Easyjet flights but the amount of miles you would have to cash in wasn't worth it, better to just pay and keep the miles for something else!. It really is a difficult one, I might hold off a bit, going to be obsessed checking them every day now! it's such a gamble!!
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 09:15
She can live with the new family as soon as they've set the paperwork in working. At least that's what we did, assuming that if someone would come and check, we would always be able to prove that we were indeed intending to sponsor her. Thank you. So as soon as we have cancelled she could move with the new family on the same day as long as they have started the process so to speak. Also, and how do we get our deposit back? thanks...
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Latest post on 10 January 2013 - 12:13
Mine was just a couple of days ago so he is still at it!! The thing is he looked clean shaven, well dressed etc, didn't cross my mind he was going to be asking for money....
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Latest post on 10 January 2013 - 09:49
It happened to me too at Spinneys Umm Sequim! He approached me asking for directions to Jebil Ali hospital which I was just about to start telling him and then he said because I have this wound and lifted up his sleeve and showed me this horrible wound in his arm. Luckily I was with my friend who is a big guy and we just walked away at that point but the whole thing freaked me out and I was glad I wasn't on my own as it wasn't directly outside Spinney's but on the road alongside where no one else was walking. He didn't get the chance to ask me for money but I then seen him stopping another lady when I was much further away. Then seen him in the actual store....was not a nice experience at all....
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:25
Hi, They are beautiful, why are you giving them away and how old are they? thanks...
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 10:26
Just for information I have now phoned Gargash and Axa and they are coming back with quotes of around 2800 aed. Is that the average amount most people pay? I believe this health card doesn't cover much anymore so private is the best way to go?
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 10:07
OK thankyou very much!
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 10:07
OK thankyou very much!
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 10:00
Thanks ladies, do you mind me asking how much Damman is and what does it cover?
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 08:32
Hi ladies, I'm about to renew my maid's visa and I'm just thinking again about should I get her private health insurance. Do most people here get insurance for their maids or not bother? I am just a worrier that if something goes wrong with her health you could have very expensive bills. Does this health card cover anything? I can never seem to find a clear answer when I'm doing searches....thanks..
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 08:29
I really struggle too, you have to go to bed so early too during the week because of it. Does anyone know the exact reason why the schools start so early here? if only they were an hour later....
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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 21:55
Hi ladies, I have had a horrible flu like bug this week which I've never had before in my life. Pains in the chest/back/neck/palpatations/horrible headaches but without the classic cold symptoms like you normally have with flu. Have been to the doctor and they have done tests and confirmed it's a viral infection. Has anyone else had this? a couple of people I know have had similar things but I'm just wondering if it's quite widespread? thanks....
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 20:27
Thanks, although I thought that there was a new rule that for renewal of visa Sri Lankan's had to have their medical done in Sri Lanka??? If that's not the case it will certainly make life easier!!
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Latest post on 20 December 2012 - 14:12
Thanks ladies for your replies, I was thinking in the next 10 days to make use of the vouchers before they expire, do you really think it's too cold? I must admit I'm feeling colder now but still feel it's nice in the sun.....
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 13:11
Is it a nightmare to get parked? thinking of going...
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 13:10
Does anyone know what the parking situation is for the parade downtown??
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 18:05
Loving it too, almost Christmassy with the rain, the dark, a right night for staying in all cosy if there ever was one!!
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 20:37
I have been in the same position as you. Was seriously considering Babs al Sham but it is quite expensive and then you have to factor in transport back and forth if nobody wants to drive on xmas day!!! so we decided against it. Would love to hear if anyone went to the Amwaj Rotana for xmas brunch last year, we go there often for food and are never disappointed, it's in the ballroom instead of the restaurant but I don't know if there is much entertainment for kids. I have decided on Movenpick Ibn Battuta gate, seems to be lots of entertainment for kids so thats a big plus point for me. Have never been there to eat before but the venue looks really nice so here's hoping!!
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 09:19
Has anyone been to a Christmas brunch or brunch at Ibn Battuta Gate Movenpick hotel? would anyone recommend it? want to make sure it's nice as have family over...thanks!
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 08:53
Any advice ladies? a bit worried about what I should be doing as my maid seems to be unwell quite a lot (just minor things) but just wondering where I stand if it's something more serious and needs hospital treatment rather than just a cold, what do you ladies do? do you all have health insurance for your maids?
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 18:59
Thanks for your reply.I thought that if you paid around AED 300 for the health card it gave you reduced rates at government hospitals for appointments and treatments, this is all so confusing!! What does everyone do if your maid is sick? and what if she was really ill needing an op or something? does everyone have health insurance for their maids? I just want to know what to do for the best so that we are covered and she is covered too, her contract is coming to an end in Feb so don't know about taking on a full private insurance just now in case her contract is not renewed, thanks!!
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 07:46
It costed me around dh1500 including plumbing Hi honeylover, that's a very good quote, was that for replacing the bath, sink and toilet? do you mind me asking the company that done it? thanks.
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Latest post on 13 October 2012 - 16:55
The permission has been granted..
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 13:03
Hi ladies, I'm villa hunting and I have seen one that I really quite like but the problem is the staircase. At the top of the first floor which is really high, the bannister is really low and I myself feel I could fall over it let alone my children. It's a sheer drop to the ground floor. Has anyone encountered anything similar in their villa? I have seen clear hard plastic guards in some places along the bannisters to stop children climbing over them. Does anyone have any ideas on a solution as it's really putting me off due to my young children and it's a shame as it's a nice house!! thanks...
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 12:09
Hi Ladies, I'm villa hunting at the moment and I see some villas have split a/c's? do you know what the pros and cons are to these? thanks for your help....
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 12:52
Does anyone know if you can use the Eithad bus if your not using it for catching a flight? I have some friend visiting who would like to go to AD for a few days and stay in a hotel and I'm looking for an easy way for them to get there not too expensive....thanks!
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Latest post on 01 October 2012 - 13:15
Hi ladies, I'm searching for a new villa and ideally I would like a compound with a pool but I'm finding some nice stand alone villa's with no pool. I enjoy swimming and so do my children. I'm wondering if I were to take a stand alone villa are there any nice beach clubs that you would have access to a pool with that don't cost a fortune in the Jumeirah/Umm Sequim area? thanks...
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Latest post on 30 September 2012 - 12:06
Me too! I'm also looking to move end of November so if any nice compound villas become available with shared pool please let me know!!! thanks!
 
 
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