Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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Jan 10th 2008, 11:46 am

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

People probably don't, I think companies probably do as part of the overall package for very senior executives.

Jan 11th 2008, 8:20 am

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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Mr M with your housing allowance you may well be able to find something in the Jumeirah 1 area but don't hold me to it ! the prices seem to be going up every day. Might be worth trying though as it will be alot closer to your office

The Lakes is my favourite development it has to be said, it just has a nicer feel than the others. Good luck with your move

Thanks Mrs Cat. I had a look at the Lakes on the web (and some pretty fantastic satellite pictures) and it looks very nice.

Does anyone here live at the Lakes?

Also, is the Dubai country club still up and running? I'd heard rumour that it was going to close for some reason.

Jan 11th 2008, 8:25 am

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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Oh no...You just uttered the 3 biggest words known to Blow Cat...

Jan 11th 2008, 8:32 am

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People probably don't, I think companies probably do as part of the overall package for very senior executives.

450k is a lot of cash. I suppose it really depends on how much your company wants you to be in Dubai.

Jan 11th 2008, 8:32 am

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Oh no...You just uttered the 3 biggest words known to Blow Cat...

Which 3......??

Jan 11th 2008, 8:42 am

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Which 3......??

Dubai Country Club...

Jan 11th 2008, 8:45 am

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Dubai Country Club...

tra la la la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaa....I can't hear you

Jan 11th 2008, 8:48 am

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tra la la la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaa....I can't hear you

I see.... I think I need to lay off the late night cheese.

Jan 11th 2008, 10:05 am

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Dubai Country Club...

24 million in compensation but I am past caring

Jan 11th 2008, 11:56 am

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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I imagine it will feel a little like the death of a loved one! Juat not worth the hassle of shipping (and cost), plus nobody would probably know how to service it!

I know the 'traditional' British sports car has a straight 6 but I fell in love with the V8 rumble and nobody does it quite like TVR (imho!).

Are mustangs relatively easy to get hold of there? Or do you have to dip very deep into your pocket (must repeat the mantra about saving money over and over again!)

Don't worry, they are nowhere near as common as the mums driving the 4x4's that are generally too big for them to navigate.

My mustang has a V8 ... you can't beat it!

Jan 11th 2008, 11:59 am

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Don't worry, they are nowhere near as common as the mums driving the 4x4's that are generally too big for them to navigate.

My mustang has a V8 ... you can't beat it!

thankgod I drive a 911....

Jan 11th 2008, 12:00 pm

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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thankgod I drive a 911....

yeah...otherwise i wouldn't talk to you (though i do make an exception for inselaffen cos he's not a wannabe boy racer, lol...)

MM, xx

Jan 11th 2008, 12:48 pm

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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The Lakes is really nice. It has nice walkways etc and a clubhouse with a bar, pool and gym. I think the gym is included in the cost if you are a Lakes resident.

Jan 11th 2008, 12:51 pm

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Re: Another pony looking for a spot on the ranch

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The Lakes is really nice. It has nice walkways etc and a clubhouse with a bar, pool and gym. I think the gym is included in the cost if you are a Lakes resident.

I am not sure what the situation is with that now, if you rent from a private landlord