@silver fern
New Zealander expat in the United Arab Emirates
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About me
New Zealander
Lives in Abu Dhabi
Speaks English,Cook Island Moari,Basic Arabic
Registration: 22 February 2009
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Looking for a reasonable curtain maker/shop by Seema25
Can anyone recommend a place that I can have curtains made/bought where I will not break the bank??
Dragon Mart has the cheepest curtains around you can pick up a pair for 130dhs plus rod for 45dhs....Way cheeper and they have thousands to choose from.....Beats paying 600dhs for pair that I was qouted from a curtain shop. Read More
p.i.c/ De vere group by Tommy1
The above company have offices in Abu Dhabi they deal with expats pensions/investments etc.. Have you heard of them? What are your thoughts? Thanks
My Husband invests with them,We are on a really great plan at the moment. As far as customer service, I suppose it depends who you deal with. The lady who he deals with Is fabulous ,she always returns your calls promptly and deals with any of your ... Read More
Saving? by mikeym590
Hi, i've recently started working in Abu Dhabi and i have my accommodation paid for and medical insurance etc, so my outgoings are very low compared to what i am earning. What i was wondering is if anyone knows of any good savings plans? I'm ...
Hi, i've recently started working in Abu Dhabi and i have my accommodation paid for and medical insurance etc, so my outgoings are very low compared to what i am earning. What i was wondering is if anyone knows of any good savings plans? I'm ... Read More
Internet and Abu Dhabi by ClickyPen
Hello everyone, I have been considering working and living in Abu Dhabi. I've asked around about questions regarding the cost of living and general living questions about Abu Dhabi. Thankfully the response so far has been positive, which is very ...
Hello everyone, I have been considering working and living in Abu Dhabi. I've asked around about questions regarding the cost of living and general living questions about Abu Dhabi. Thankfully the response so far has been positive, which is very ... Read More
Possible Scam by peetgr
I got an offer from ADNOC oil company supposedly but they want me to send $650 to some guy to get a Gulf Oil Certificate of Approval to supposedly work in Abu Dhabi. Do any of you know anyone at the oil company that I could check this out with or ...
@peetgr this is the web-link to ADNOC http://www.adnoc.ae/default.aspx at the bottom you will find "contact us" hope you will have success :-) @ Sandman6 i am sorry to say that, but as far as i know "sex and the city2" was made in Marocco but the ... Read More
Meet up in Mall for Coffee (Women Only!) by marufa
Hi Anyone interested to meet for coffee/snacks,(for introducing ourselves/chitchat, share things in everyday life. and more... Shopping (may be for later day)). nothing formal.....:) Why mall: because I thought we can have options to choose ...
Sorry I cant do evenings, Its my family time have a family to cook for ;). Read More
To go or not to go? A few things to help me decide.... by Brewie
Hi all, First of all, I apologise for the wall of text. Responses would be greatly appreaciated. I'm seriously considering moving out to Abu Dhabi. I have been offered a job and I am hoping if someone can answer a question or 2 for me or point me ...
First of all Brewie, How you survive here in Abu Dhabi or Dubai depends largely on your Package you received from your Employer if your Accommodation allowance isn't enough you may find it a bit of a struggle and settling in can be difficult if you ... Read More
life in uae by pink
After travelling through europe and when back to uae i felt itsnt a bad choice either.i feel safe here as in india with added luxury and no tax.except for the desert climate here everything is good here.people of different religion and cultures live ...
After travelling through europe and when back to uae i felt itsnt a bad choice either.i feel safe here as in india with added luxury and no tax.except for the desert climate here everything is good here.people of different religion and cultures live ... Read More
Meet up in Mall for Coffee (Women Only!) by marufa
Hi Anyone interested to meet for coffee/snacks,(for introducing ourselves/chitchat, share things in everyday life. and more... Shopping (may be for later day)). nothing formal.....:) Why mall: because I thought we can have options to choose ...
I would love to come and join in, anytime is great with me. Eid Mubarak to you all aswell ;) Read More
separation agreement is this acceptable in sharia court? by mhai
hi, need some information about sharia court.... im married in philippines but separated with my ex hubby for almost 4 years.. we have an agreement about our separation and its notarized in our country..... presently i have a bf and we're planning ...
I agree with Sandman6 you cant get married without a divorce agreement and that goes for any country. I am sure you can get into lots of trouble being with your boyfriend here, If your husband wanted to he can have you charged you with adultery ... Read More
looking for friends in Abu Dhabi by Jasun37
Hello! I´m a spanish woman and, the next month, I´m moving to Abu Dhabi. My husband is already there. He´s an architect and we´ll spend much time in United Arab Emirates. I´d like to meet people from different countries to spend a pleasant stay... ...
Haha Sandman6 you crack me up :lol: You know its hard for men to resist your charming nature;) Read More
looking for friends in Abu Dhabi by Jasun37
Hello! I´m a spanish woman and, the next month, I´m moving to Abu Dhabi. My husband is already there. He´s an architect and we´ll spend much time in United Arab Emirates. I´d like to meet people from different countries to spend a pleasant stay... ...
Hello Ladies, Well with Ramadan upon us ,Its a pretty tricky time to go and meet for coffee :par:. So I was thinking maybe when Ramadans over , I'll put up a post to "all ladies" to meet for coffee and if your available, then come along, For safety ... Read More
female in Abu Dhabi by lani_hammond
Hello all. I will be moving to Abu Dhabi in just a few weeks. I really would like to hear from some females. The agency I will be working for has told me that any dress or skirt I wear must be below the knee. First question, would tights be ...
Hi Lani it may pay to bring, Your vitamin suppliments with you, Supply here is very limited and extemely expensive. Before you do check online to see if its a restricted here. It only rained twice this year and it was pretty much a light shower, So ... Read More
looking for friends in Abu Dhabi by Jasun37
Hello! I´m a spanish woman and, the next month, I´m moving to Abu Dhabi. My husband is already there. He´s an architect and we´ll spend much time in United Arab Emirates. I´d like to meet people from different countries to spend a pleasant stay... ...
All the Ladies in the House, We should all meet up for coffee somewhere....Kiwi girl here, been in Abu Dhabi for nearly two years ,I've already made lots of friends and its always nice to make some more. Let me know if your interested :) Read More
Accomodation In Abu Dhabi by Chris G
HI, I am will be moving to Abu Dhabi mid July, the office I will be working from is on Hamdan street. Can anyone please tell me what areas are close buy for accomodation. I have found some within a 5 minute walk to the office, but it is very ...
Hi the guys name is Rakan 0505228525 .The apartments are in the Sama Tower you can look at online if you like. cheers Read More