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Latest post on 07 August 2013 - 19:01
I also need to book a taxi for tomorrow, can anyone recommend any private car companies? RTA advised us to call 40 minutes before we need a taxi tomorrow but I am worried that we may not get one.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 22:40
Try Churchills, they steam cleaned my curtains while they were still hanging and offered different cleaning options before they started.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 21:40
Thanks, I will try calling them.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 16:59
Bump :)
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 16:58
Thanks Tattie, think I will try when I go to the airport.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 08:50
Does anyone know what the opening times are this week to renew e-gate cards at the airport or at Jebel Ali or in the Dnata building on SZR? Also has anyone managed to have it renewed on their Emirates ID card at the airport office or is his only done at the other locations? TIA
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 20:09
It was a while ago but I think I have seen one in Ibn Battuta mall. I cannot for the life of me remember the shop name but its the one near to Gap that sells kitchen and bathroom items.
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 20:04
We have used Tip Top painters and were very happy with the quality of the work. We had several quotes and they were very reasonable (will depend on the size of your villa and what paints you want) if you do a search on here you should find their contact details.
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Latest post on 04 July 2013 - 15:45
I did mine a few years ago in departures at the airport. I only had my passort but it was probably before ID cards so I would suggest you take both. They took the photo and the whole process only took 20 minutes but I guess that will depend on how busy they are so allow plenty of time if you have a flight to catch. You can now have your egate added to your ID card but not sure if this service is available at the airport or not (had mine done in the Dnata building on SZR) We were going to get ours added on to our ID cards, but have heard some horror stories of them not working. Also would you ever get them to expire at the same time?? Got ours done at the airport couple of months ago and didn't even have time to stop for a coffee. They used our photos, but then gave them back when they had copied them. All we took were our passports and ID cards. A couple of times mine hasn't worked but that was due to a problem with the machines so even those who had normal egate cards had problems. I thought ID cards and egate cards were all linked to your residency visa, so they would all expire / need renewing at the same time?
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Latest post on 04 July 2013 - 15:15
I did mine a few years ago in departures at the airport. I only had my passort but it was probably before ID cards so I would suggest you take both. They took the photo and the whole process only took 20 minutes but I guess that will depend on how busy they are so allow plenty of time if you have a flight to catch. You can now have your egate added to your ID card but not sure if this service is available at the airport or not (had mine done in the Dnata building on SZR)
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Latest post on 04 July 2013 - 12:03
Sorry cannot help with anywhere in JLT but there is one in IBN Battuta mall if that helps.
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Latest post on 27 June 2013 - 13:57
I'm sure Lulu's had a good selection of vegetarian items in the freezer section last week.
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Latest post on 27 June 2013 - 13:56
What year does it state on the registration card?
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Latest post on 25 June 2013 - 09:21
When I started to read this post I was also going to suggest Jebel Ali. Its great for a day trip or weekend getaway. There are lots of sun loungers on the beach and around the pools, but sometimes it does get very busy so it might not be as peaceful as you want. Maybe Bab Al Shams would be quieter, or Banyan Tree Beach Resort at RAK? I also think you can get day passes for Al Maha which might even be adults only. It was lovely and quiet this weekend and only a few holiday makers, even the restaurants were quiet which was bliss! Yes the next few weeks might be a good time to visit before the school summer holidays start.
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Latest post on 25 June 2013 - 09:16
When I started to read this post I was also going to suggest Jebel Ali. Its great for a day trip or weekend getaway. There are lots of sun loungers on the beach and around the pools, but sometimes it does get very busy so it might not be as peaceful as you want. Maybe Bab Al Shams would be quieter, or Banyan Tree Beach Resort at RAK? I also think you can get day passes for Al Maha which might even be adults only.
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Latest post on 24 June 2013 - 14:03
I once received a postcard from my friend 9 months after she posted it!
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Latest post on 24 June 2013 - 13:56
Hilton Resort & Spa RAK
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Latest post on 24 June 2013 - 11:37
I've seen them in Choithrams in the Greens and at the supermarket at the Ranches.
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Latest post on 24 June 2013 - 11:35
Yas Waterpark and Ferrari World? I assumed they would be in my family book but they aren't. Is that because they are only in an Abu Dhabi book? If so would anyone like to do a swap for something in Dubai? Thanks in advance. they are at the front. ( or the back ) They are the glossy ones Its easy to miss them, they just look like an advert but definitely vouchers for both at the front of the family book.
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Latest post on 24 June 2013 - 09:41
My DH has his old passport stappled to the new one. Once his visa is ready for renewal it will be put into the new passport.
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Latest post on 23 June 2013 - 12:36
I very much doubt that you will find a villa in the Ranches on short term lease. Try looking at serviced apartments in Tecom or The Greens which isnt too far away - I assume you will have a car when you get here?
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Latest post on 22 June 2013 - 15:33
I like Daisy by Marc Jacobs for a summer daytime perfume.
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Latest post on 22 June 2013 - 15:31
Bump :)
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Latest post on 22 June 2013 - 15:30
If you enter the Freezone at gate 4 keep in the left hand lane and do a u turn before the roundabout. Then take your first right and go straight. Take a right and then you want the last turning on the right before you reach the next junction. The post office is at the end of this road. Hope the directions make sense!
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Latest post on 21 June 2013 - 19:08
It's the assistants that follow you around but when you ask a question they have no idea about the products that get me annoyed. A while back I called into a pharmacy to look at electric toothbrushes. I knew which brand I wanted but was surprised to see three or four different models so after being followed around the store and then asked 'can I help madam?' I thought oh great maybe she can help me decide which model I need. Needless to say I got no help only informed they were all different prices! As I was in a rush I decided to check on the Internet later rather than stand and read all of the boxes but as I left she shouted, but madam you want to buy hair treatment conditioner! I wouldn't have minded but I had just had my hair done and it was in excellent condition!!
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Latest post on 20 June 2013 - 15:16
Have they been to see the bed or just bought it from looking at your advert? I would get them to come a view it, and if they want it leave a deposit. They can then arrange collection at a convenient time and pay the balance when they come back. There are a lot of time wasters on Dubizzle so you need to know they are serious buyers. Also if delivery was included you should have mentioned it in the advert (most people would leave this to the buyer)
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 15:13
I usually use Argus car hire and they search for the most competitive prices. The prices are higher than what I paid last summer and its really grating on me how much it will cost to hire a car for less than 2 weeks. I keep checking but the prices remain the same so I guess I should just go ahead and book. http://www.arguscarhire.com/car-hire/uk.html
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 11:38
I've also had to enter codes for the past few days and I couldn't get on the site at all last night. Hope it gets resolved soon.
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 11:35
We usually get yearly cover from AXA Gulf so it covers all of our trips and we don't need to arrange insurance for anything we book at the last minute. http://www.axa-gulf.com/uae/en/Travel-Insurance
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 11:27
Beachcombers and The Market Place are also in the family book.
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Latest post on 17 June 2013 - 11:06
Another vote for Churchills http://churchill-gulf.com/
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Latest post on 13 June 2013 - 08:57
If my agency maid asked for a large sum of money then I would ask the agency to change the lady immediately. I would need to feel that whoever is in my home when I am at work is trustworthy and this would play on my mind. However my current agancy maid did ask a few months ago if she could have some money for medicine and she would pay me back in 2 weeks time once she had been paid. I had just walked in from a busy day at work and was about to say in no uncertain terms I was not to be asked for money but she said, just 40 dhs madam (and she was full of cold). Given that I give her 100 dhs tip per month and I didnt feel like she was trying to scam me I gave her her tip early and made is clear she would not get anything at the end of the month. The following week she thanked me and she said she felt much better. She has never asked for anyting since so I am sure it was a genuine request and I am glad I helped her.
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 08:37
There are a few brunch vouchers in the Entertainer books but it depends which books you have (some are in the family one and some in the fine dining). Also if you have registered any of your Entertainer books on line you can access special monthly offers which usually include a couple of brunch options.
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Latest post on 12 June 2013 - 08:34
Cyprus? Oman? Sri Lanka?
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 16:20
Are you using a company for the removals? They usually come and take a look at all of your furniture and quote to move it, which will involve disassembly, packing and assembly in the new place.
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 12:23
Tx everyone, it seems I am not the only person who gets larger fingers when they age :-)) Its the heat that makes your fingers swell :)
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Latest post on 11 June 2013 - 12:17
I have used Damas in MOE a few times, very happy with the workmanship and prices.
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Latest post on 10 June 2013 - 22:45
Update... new parking charges....free for first hour and then chargeable 2nd hour 10 aed sorry didn't notice charges for more than 2 hours. No extra free time given from shopping at Spinneys, OK if just popping to Spinneys but pushing it if meeting friends for lunch or coffee... 1 hour is simply not enough. So no more stamping of tickets if you visit restaurants or the dentist?
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Latest post on 10 June 2013 - 21:56
I haven't noticed a change in the mornings but the evening traffic has been worse over the past few weeks. It reminds me of pre 2007 when it was always a nightmare getting anywhere.
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Latest post on 10 June 2013 - 16:30
I saw security talking to a group of children on skate boards and scooters yesterday evening in Alma, not sure what they were doing but maybe someone else has complained? I am all for kids being outside enjoying themselves but their parents should remind them of the dangers of playing on the road.
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Latest post on 09 June 2013 - 08:26
Fantastic show - even the support did a fab routine...laughed til it hurt !! Glad I didn't take any notice of the people who have posted negatively, we couldn't fault anything... My teen said some of the stuff he'd seen before but we still laughed anyway and his opening routine about expat life in Dubai was hilarious... And he handled the hecklers brilliantly !! Hope he comes back - we'll be first in the queue :D Did you see one of the hecklers getting carried out just before the end of the show? She obviously started on the vino a little too early :)
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Latest post on 08 June 2013 - 23:36
Just got home from tonight's concert and we really enjoyed it. I was a little unsure after some of the comments on here but really glad we went. We got to the venue at about 7pm and it was very quiet, no queues for food and drinks. Our Premium seats were great, not sure the VIP tickets were worth the extra though. During the interval we got served quickly and the show started just after 8pm so not as long a delay as the previous evening. Some of the jokes were old ones but he did some new stuff (well new to me, guess it depends how much of his shows you have already watched) and I thought he got a great response from the audience. Not the best show I have ever seen but still a great evening. I also thought Al Murrays first Dubai show wasn't brilliant but each year he has returned he has got better and better so hopefully Michael McIntyre will be back again with new material.
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Latest post on 08 June 2013 - 15:45
Did the show start on time and approx what time did it finish? Also, how long was the wait for a taxi afterwards? Thanks edited by Yorky on 08/06/2013 Just read on another thread that it finished approx 11pm so just need to decide if we get a taxi or drive? edited by Yorky on 08/06/2013 Started on time, from 8-8.25 support act, then a break for 30 mins, then finished about 10.20. Taxi was ok. Thanks
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Latest post on 08 June 2013 - 14:41
Did the show start on time and approx what time did it finish? Also, how long was the wait for a taxi afterwards? Thanks edited by Yorky on 08/06/2013 Just read on another thread that it finished approx 11pm so just need to decide if we get a taxi or drive? <em>edited by Yorky on 08/06/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 21:13
I'm not sure about free drinks but BarZar usually have offers on most evenings.
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 21:11
The daytime will be dry but alcohol will be served after sunset.
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 19:29
Thanks guys :) Lakeland I can try. I actually don't live near any kind of shop lol It takes at least 20 mins to get anywhere and I don't drive!. Please remind me, is there a Lakeland in MOE? I was in one recently but can't remember where it was!! Forgive me old age has certainly settled in!! Yes there is one in MOE
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 18:58
I'm sure I have seen it in Lakeland.
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 16:26
Too many people had booked for this treatment and then did not turn up for the appointment. I understand where they are coming from as they will very rarely be able to fill a 3 or 4 hour slot without any prior notice. I dont understand why people cannot cancel their appointments if they cannot make it.
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Latest post on 03 June 2013 - 15:56
I've done all inclusive in the Maldives in August and the weather was great. I think we had 2 or 3 showers in 10 days.
 
 
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