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Latest post on 16 June 2013 - 23:25
We lived there for a year. My advice is to keep an eye on the humidity levels in the apartment - our bed sheets and clothes started feeling damp to touch - we bought a monitor and it was regularly about 80% - the maintenance guys couldn't work it out and it was one of the reasons we ended up moving out. Overall though we loved the location and the facilities.
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Latest post on 16 June 2013 - 23:22
I quite like the American Grill at the Somerset. And DH likes Ikea for plastic sausages and beans (but the coffee is ok :) )
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Latest post on 16 June 2013 - 23:20
EW stopped running events in Qatar over 2 years ago - the Sunday coffee morning was the initiative of Apple24....
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 19:02
I can pick up Radio 2 from Abu Dhabi on 106.0 when it's sandy... You've been hearing a lot of radio 2 lately then with the sandstorm... heehee... :) I keep getting excited when I hear adverts for places like Pottery Barn... Then I remember :) You may not believe this but we've gone up to Jebel Shams in Oman and listened to QBS! Yup! GM you cannot possibly miss Bernie that much! (He now reads the news as well, in case you are!)
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 10:21
There is also QF Radio (91.7 I think) but doubt it will interest your teenage daughter!! I can pick up Radio 2 from Abu Dhabi on 106.0 when it's sandy...
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Latest post on 06 June 2013 - 17:52
Nope not a holiday here
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Latest post on 05 June 2013 - 10:14
Aalishan near Megamart is fab - guests have said it's the best Indian they've ever had - and it's always full of Indian people :)
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Latest post on 04 June 2013 - 17:14
I believe we get 3 extra days during Eid rather than the individual dates throughout the year
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 14:21
Firstly your husband needs to find out if he would be provided with an NOC if he leaves his current job. Secondly he needs to find out if there are any problems with changing sponsor within a year - I have heard it is not possible to change sponsors so quickly, but I don't know for sure.
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 09:21
I'm pretty sure there is a Doha Mums multiples group
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Latest post on 29 May 2013 - 09:20
This is all on the assumption you are from one of the countries that can get visa on arrival. If you are Sourh African, for example, it will be more difficult
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Latest post on 27 May 2013 - 08:06
M&S, Debenhams, Next, Boots etc etc are about 30% more expensive here. I tend to stock up on Radox shower gel, wine gums, birthday cards (selection fairly dire), Aussie shampoo products and natural food colouring for baking. Oh if you are a UK size 7 or above, the choice of shoes is fairly limited.
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 17:13
I haven't been, but this one looks quite nice http://diningindoha.com/restaurants/the-courtyard
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 17:09
This probably isn't what you want to hear, but I would wait until after the summer before attempting to put grass down....
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 17:03
You could also try Doha Mums http://www.dohamums.com/news-events/events.html
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 10:09
If the baby decides to come early you will probably have some extra time, as they will try to keep baby in until you reach full term, and hubby can get on a flight straight away!! Do you have a friend or a doula you could use as back up, for your peace of mind?
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 10:04
I took his own sheets so it smelled like home and he was fine. I found I over-thought a lot of it - I worried about the travel cot, time difference, different formula... And he wasn't fussed by any of it!!!
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Latest post on 24 May 2013 - 22:58
A spare top for you, a couple of muslins, and if your baby uses a dummy, at least 3!!
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Latest post on 22 May 2013 - 20:23
Don't know if they are any good, but there are Salsa classes at the efora Spa at the Hilton - FB ad says to call 5504 7010 for details
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 16:01
15 mins or so in non-peak hour - but it depends on which tower you are in on the Pearl, as it can take 20 mins just to get off the Pearl! Also be aware there are major roadworks between the Pearl and Arch Roundabout which will last for quite a few years.
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 17:54
I reckon at 5:30 it would be 45 mins. Have you actually seen AKG yet? (Not just the website!)
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 10:47
What about Parkhouse or DBS? Both on the AKG side of town and have high schools
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 10:45
I called this school and was taken aback by the school fees - 46 000 QR per a school year! How can it be justified??? Simple - demand and supply!!! Have you not noticed the number of people struggling to get school places for their children?!
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 18:18
QAWS sometimes get small dogs, have you checked there?
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 21:13
Haven't tried it, but there is teppanyaki upstairs at Sushi Minto on Salwa Rd
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 17:42
We used citric acid in our Avent one, would that work? (Bought it in Oz though)
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 14:52
Good coffee & amazing cheesecakes, but didn't think much of the cupcakes
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 15:20
We went to California Tortilla for lunch today (Ramada junction, next to the Korean restaurant, opposite Chillis) - and while not as, shall we say, rustic, as Cha Cha, it was very good! Also has an indoor play area for kiddies
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Latest post on 08 May 2013 - 14:58
Hi Chatter Box I'm sorry I don't have a contact for you, but if I were you I would want a professional to help preserve my hair, rather than someone with a business on the side. Desert Princess in in Ain Khalid gets very good reviews, and I'm sure if you rang them and explained they could help you find an arrangement you feel comfortable with.
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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 21:46
I got the Jujube "Be Prepared" - big enough for travelling, a reasonable size for every day, not too feminine for DH, and goes in the washing machine!! http://shop.ju-ju-be.com/Be-Prepared-at-Ju-Ju-Be-PID10785-07MB01A.aspx
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Latest post on 01 May 2013 - 22:00
The Qatar Airways flight into Melb arrives at 10pm so you will need to stay overnight there. Don't know if that makes it harder or easier for you... I like Etihad but you will have the same stopover issue as Emirates. The boys will be fine with the entertainment system :) <em>edited by tamieg1 on 01/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 01 May 2013 - 16:20
I lived in Tokyo too - while the bar is definitely the Park Hyatt in Shinjuku, I believe the other scenes were filmed at the (then new) Grand Hyatt in Roppongi Hills. Enjoy your trip, I'm really jealous!
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Latest post on 30 April 2013 - 12:19
All the ones I found require babies to be at least 6 months old, and have a waiting list! Try AISS at Aspire
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Latest post on 30 April 2013 - 12:17
There is a FB group called Buy and Sell School Uniform, Qatar which might be worth a look. Can't copy the link from my phone sorry.
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Latest post on 29 April 2013 - 14:08
You know that new mall they're building at Dahl al Hamam Park roundabout - there are a few little compounds around there, but I imagine they'd be noisy. Think your best bet will be to drive around and just ask security-type men that you see... There's also Al Malki Gardens on the other side of the road (Starfish side)
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Latest post on 29 April 2013 - 10:11
There are many posts on this if you search for "hair" on the Qatar board. Good luck!
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Latest post on 29 April 2013 - 09:59
I have the opposite problem, FIL posted something from Yorkshire 2 weeks ago and it's only just reached my UK account now! Need it by Thursday!!!
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Latest post on 29 April 2013 - 09:57
Al Areen Gardens is in your budget, don't know if there are any vacancies though. There is also one in Duhai I thought was nice, not sure how to spell it but think someone from this site lives there - Jelailah Complex? Al Jazi Village 2 might have some vacancies coming up too.
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 15:48
Don't read stuff on the internet, it will just drive you crazy!! Going up is a good sign - all you can do now is wait. Good luck!
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 15:42
We used Gulf Warehousing and were very happy with them. Runway have mixed reviews on here if you do a search.
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 15:39
And if she is Philipina it may be even more difficult - lots of posts about that too. Good luck with your move! <em>edited by tamieg1 on 28/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 14 April 2013 - 12:33
There are plenty in West Bay - Nails at the Four Seasons, Dados and Glow are all good ETA - just read your other post that you're near Fanar. I didn't find any when I lived near there, but someone else may have more current info <em>edited by tamieg1 on 14/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 10 April 2013 - 20:03
In some parts of London (ie Tower Hamlets) Bcg is given at birth now
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Latest post on 10 April 2013 - 19:17
No - and technically you are not allowed to live together either. Here is a recent post on the subject http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=201897
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 23:01
Glad I had: Swaddle Me swaddles - he could get out of other types. Loads of dummies Enormous JuJuBe nappy bag & clips to hang it from Bugaboo Didn't need: Too many muslins, could have got away with 2-3 Sophie toy (still has no interest in it) Video camera - easier and more convenient just to use iPhone Special nappy bin
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Latest post on 03 April 2013 - 08:21
NH is also at City Centre & Landmark but not much good to you there either! No I haven't had it from there (live too far), but friends of mine like it...
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 17:45
We do - but I wouldn't count that as decent chinese!! I've heard that the Chinese restaurant in the Wyndham Hotel at Sports Roundabout does takeaway (but not delivery)
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 13:26
MOI FB says the deadline has been extended again till end of April.
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 13:25
I used to go to one of the top colourists in London - and have quickly got over being precious about colour!! I suggest if there is a particular colour & technique your current colourist uses, you get as many details as possible about it from them. Most salons here use L'Oreal or Schwarzkopf, so probably no need for a skin test.
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Latest post on 28 March 2013 - 09:17
Have you tried their twitter and FB pages?
 
 
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