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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 19:10
Just bear in mind that pricing and charging can be a bit haphazard and your bills may not reflect actual consumption. After 2 years we still haven't worked out how my mobile phone charges work, and in our first flat the electricity statements bore no resemblance to the actual meter...
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Latest post on 08 August 2012 - 19:13
We have an electric stove with a fan forced oven (Indesit brand) so can't help you there, but recommend you also check Giant in Hyatt Plaza for more alternatives
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Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 18:39
I believe Al Jazi Village 2 (near Gharaffa) is supposed to be opening one soon
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Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 12:52
Try this: http://www.aspire.qa/ASPIREACTIVE/Membership/Pages/Membership.aspx But bear in mind it can be difficult it can be to register per below posts - and as with everything in Qatar, phone isn't generally the best way to get in contact
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Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 11:41
Only the meat dept was closed on Fri afternoon when I was there
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 22:50
Hi Doya, DanLou sent an email last week, but in case you didn't get it, our mahjong group is on a break until September and we'll be in touch once everyone is back from holidays.
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Latest post on 01 August 2012 - 15:17
Have heard Vodafone UK have some problems today...
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 11:40
CSM did you ever find flyscreens?
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Latest post on 27 July 2012 - 00:33
I've used these people before, but was in East London. Pretty sure they'll cover North London as well... http://www.timeforyou.co.uk/
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 14:19
When are you going? Bear in mind City Airport is very close to the Olympic site, so you might have problems getting accomodation if it's in the next few weeks. Close by there is an Ibis and a Travelodge in Canary Wharf, and also nicer hotels like the Marriott and the Four Seasons. A black taxi is about £15 from Canary Wharf, or the DLR is pretty quick (either take the Jubilee line to Canning Town then change to DLR, or take the DLR or Westferry or Poplar and change trains there). If you get the train from Bath to Paddington, a black cab would be around £50 from Paddington station to City Airport (from memory). I think it's pretty easy to get the tube if you don't have too much luggage - Bakerloo line to Baker Street, change to the Jubilee line, go to Canning Town then change to the DLR.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 22:04
Here is a recent thread on both shipping and RPs: http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=182273 Good luck with your move!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 22:00
Jill did you use straight vinegar or diluted? I tried it as well (5 new furry friends at the moment!) but I think I might have made it too weak. On a separate note I've definitely seen mothballs in the past week, think it was at Lulu Gharrafa in the cleaning aisle.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 21:59
I think the sling box will depend on your internet speed. They are in the process of rolling out high speed broadband here, but I wouldn't count on it. In our last apartment we averaged 1MB so streaming was not an option. If you still have a Sky account, you can use Sky Go to download rather than stream programs, in the same way you can use BBC iPlayer to download CBeebies etc.
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Latest post on 23 July 2012 - 12:18
Also check out Qatar Professional Women's Network (QPWN) on Facebook or LinkedIn. Their monthly networking event is actually tonight.
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Latest post on 22 July 2012 - 15:07
Nope if you live in West Bay, you have to go to Al Khor now!! We were really lucky and our PRO did ours... I know not many do, but it's worthwhile asking <em>edited by tamieg1 on 22/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 22 July 2012 - 11:37
I use i-drive to back up my entire machine, including photos, and also upload photos to Kodakgallery (now moved to Shutterfly).
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 17:04
You might want to consider schools before accommodation - for example if your daughters end up at Parkhouse, you won't want to be doing a school run from the other end of town (where Riviera Gardens is)
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Latest post on 14 July 2012 - 23:19
Dr Chet at the Six Senses (Sharq) gets great reviews but he flies in/out http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=172434 Most of the West Bay hotels have spas - there is a full listing in this month's Time Out.
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 08:44
We went last year and really enjoyed it - except for the planes landing on top of you every 5 minutes. I had expected the treatment rooms to have better soundproofing...
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 08:43
We went last year and really enjoyed it - except for the planes landing on top of you every 5 minutes. I had expected the treatment rooms to have better soundproofing...
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:32
YYZDOH I heard the other day that they close for an hour for lunch, but not sure if it's at 12 or at 1 - so might be worth going after 2pm
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 11:54
We got ours at Office1 on Salwa Rd
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 09:27
We have transferred them onto an external hard drive. Bit of a pain to copy them over but worth it if only for how much space you save! The hard drive is accessed through the main tv, or we use AppleTV to stream them on to the other tv upstairs.
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 14:17
Is it every time, or was it just a once off? If it's every time I would try to get an appointment asap.
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 19:36
I've seen them recently at the party shop in Royal Plaza (sorry don't know what it's called)
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 17:26
I really regret not bringing my furniture. For the price of storing it for 3 years, I could have brought it over... You can buy everything you need here, but it is generally expensive and may not be to your taste.
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 17:01
Still here GM, I reckon it's the worst one so far this year. Visibility around 150-200m, loads of accidents out there...
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 15:18
I wouldn't be surprised if there are other kids there too, with it being school holidays.... Or take books/Nintendo/iPad etc!
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 13:43
Have you joined Doha Mums yet? There is a New Arrivals coffee at Chalet de Cafe in Hyatt Plaza on Sunday 9:30-11:30. As far as I know they are going until Ramadan and then will move to hotels.
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Latest post on 03 July 2012 - 22:58
According to their FB, there's also aqua aerobics at the Dana Club if you're after something closer to the West Bay end of town
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 14:52
GM yes Hyatt still open... Who knows how long for though....
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Latest post on 02 July 2012 - 14:07
Virgin at Landmark or there is a stand outside Carrefour at Lagoona
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 08:51
I completed my degree in Doha online via an Australian university, you could look into whether Canadian universities offer something similar. Also the animal rescue places such as QAWS are always looking for volunteers.
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Latest post on 29 June 2012 - 20:00
You'd need to factor in transport as well - OP you said below that you got a transport allowance, but bear in mind to rent a small car is at least 2,000/month - and your husband will need transport as well unless he ends up working at the same place.
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 14:04
GM what have you done??
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Latest post on 27 June 2012 - 20:57
Vision Express were advertising a sale on QBS this morning - DH got his prescription sunglasses through them in the UK, so may be worth a look
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Latest post on 27 June 2012 - 20:56
We live in West Bay and it takes my DH less than half an hour (usually) to drive to his head office past the airport - and the new museum is closer than that - so pretty much anywhere in Doha will be an easier commute than he is used to!
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Latest post on 27 June 2012 - 20:51
I found this list really useful last year: http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=155184
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Latest post on 27 June 2012 - 09:52
One thing to keep in mind with BHT is there is now construction on both sides of the building. They are both currently at ground level. We don't hear too much noise facing out to the Hilton/pool side, but people we know on the other side of the building have been very unhappy, especially during the piling works. Disclaimer: we are in the process of moving out - but only a 2br, sorry!
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Latest post on 26 June 2012 - 22:59
I think 3br's in Sara Tower are 17-18k, and Asas was around 15k or so
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Latest post on 26 June 2012 - 15:35
I found the Fertility Friend website really good for charting and working out when I was actually ovulating. Turns out I'm not a day 14 kind of girl - once we knew that, it happened pretty quickly!
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 14:09
I grew up in Tokyo. When are you going? I've had success finding more reasonably priced hotels in Ikebukuro in the past - it's not as central but still on the JR Yamanote line so v easy to get around. Alternatively check if Emirates/Etihad etc have any partner hotels, they might have specials on.
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Latest post on 22 June 2012 - 20:32
You have probably realised from reading the other posts on here that it is very difficult to ascertain "reliable information" as the rules seem to change regularly. I think your best bet is to see if you can find out what has happened for any other recent hires. These things DO differ depending on your nationality, profession, and the company. If it was me, being from one of the countries that can get a tourist visa on arrival, I would come at the same time as my husband and then do visa runs until I was able to get an RP - it may only be a matter of weeks or it could be for the full 6 months. I would also prefer to be sponsored by my husband and work, rather than sponsored by an employer, just to avoid any exit visa or NOC issues. [This is also assuming that accomodation is not an issue'>.
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Latest post on 22 June 2012 - 20:32
I'm spending a lot of time at Lagoona...
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 16:11
Hi ladies, I'm due Aug 10th in Doha. We know the s3x but are keeping it a surprise for everyone else :) Flower33 how would you say the sizing is on the Mothercare gowns? I was there yesterday and they only had Mediums - I am usually a UK 12-14, just wondering if they would be ok or if I should try M&S.
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 12:38
Also keep in mind that school costs vary widely - from 30,000 to over 60,000 - so if your schooling allowance is only 21,000 (as I have seen posted by others recently) your monthly salary may not cover as much as you thought
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Latest post on 19 June 2012 - 15:12
Nothing about moving to Australia is easy these days - but I believe the children can sponsor their dad if they are Australian citizens http://www.immi.gov.au/migrants/family/103/
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Latest post on 19 June 2012 - 11:47
In case you haven't seen it, City Centre is closed until at least Saturday 23rd June.
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 17:22
Levi's Curve have quite a good range too
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 16:22
Here's a recent thread with some suggestions - good luck! http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=157152
 
 
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