Living in Al Ain
#2281
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Etisilat and Internet
We have been waiting 5 weeks now for our internet to be connected. We were originally told 5 days and have been back into Etisilat 6 times to try to find out what the hold up is. Each time they pick up the phone, call someone and then say it is all sorted and will be tomorrow or next week or whenever. Has anyone else had to wait this long or can I assume there is a major problem in our area such as no fibre optic cables. Today they talked about 'Wimax'. Does anyone know what this is and if it is worthwhile. It would mean we have to reapply which could mean we fall to the bottom of the pile again and then who knows how long it will take. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
We have been waiting 5 weeks now for our internet to be connected. We were originally told 5 days and have been back into Etisilat 6 times to try to find out what the hold up is. Each time they pick up the phone, call someone and then say it is all sorted and will be tomorrow or next week or whenever. Has anyone else had to wait this long or can I assume there is a major problem in our area such as no fibre optic cables. Today they talked about 'Wimax'. Does anyone know what this is and if it is worthwhile. It would mean we have to reapply which could mean we fall to the bottom of the pile again and then who knows how long it will take. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
#2282
Al Ain Expat
Joined: Aug 2009
Location: Al Ain
Posts: 30
Re: Living in Al Ain
Etisilat and Internet
We have been waiting 5 weeks now for our internet to be connected. We were originally told 5 days and have been back into Etisilat 6 times to try to find out what the hold up is. Each time they pick up the phone, call someone and then say it is all sorted and will be tomorrow or next week or whenever. Has anyone else had to wait this long or can I assume there is a major problem in our area such as no fibre optic cables. Today they talked about 'Wimax'. Does anyone know what this is and if it is worthwhile. It would mean we have to reapply which could mean we fall to the bottom of the pile again and then who knows how long it will take. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
We have been waiting 5 weeks now for our internet to be connected. We were originally told 5 days and have been back into Etisilat 6 times to try to find out what the hold up is. Each time they pick up the phone, call someone and then say it is all sorted and will be tomorrow or next week or whenever. Has anyone else had to wait this long or can I assume there is a major problem in our area such as no fibre optic cables. Today they talked about 'Wimax'. Does anyone know what this is and if it is worthwhile. It would mean we have to reapply which could mean we fall to the bottom of the pile again and then who knows how long it will take. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Good luck. I waited for about a week before I became a pest and then it only took about 3 days to get DSL hooked up.
#2283
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Go to the main office in Al Ain. When you go in the door, go around the information desk and take the escalator upstairs. The "Customer Service" people are on your left. Take a number. You are there to file a complaint. Make sure that you get a complaint number. You want to avoid Wimax if possible. You will need to know the land line number for someone in your apartment building. If you are in a stand-alone villa, you will need the land line number for a neighbor. It is possible that you live in a part of Al Ain that has no DSL service. Again, check with your neighbors. Wimax will work, but it is really bad.
Good luck. I waited for about a week before I became a pest and then it only took about 3 days to get DSL hooked up.
Good luck. I waited for about a week before I became a pest and then it only took about 3 days to get DSL hooked up.
#2284
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Hello there,
We (husband and 3 year old son) are moving to Al Ain in August. My husband is working for Nord as a teacher advisor - any feedback from anyone on this? past/present experiences?! I hope they've been good!
I'm a teacher too but want to get my little one settled into nursery first - again thoughts or suggestions on the "best one" to go for? - like all mummies, I just want him to be happy!
I'd like to teach when I get over there - are Supply teachers needed? I've not been able to find anythingthing on this.
Many Thanks!
We (husband and 3 year old son) are moving to Al Ain in August. My husband is working for Nord as a teacher advisor - any feedback from anyone on this? past/present experiences?! I hope they've been good!
I'm a teacher too but want to get my little one settled into nursery first - again thoughts or suggestions on the "best one" to go for? - like all mummies, I just want him to be happy!
I'd like to teach when I get over there - are Supply teachers needed? I've not been able to find anythingthing on this.
Many Thanks!
#2285
Re: Living in Al Ain
Hello there,
We (husband and 3 year old son) are moving to Al Ain in August. My husband is working for Nord as a teacher advisor - any feedback from anyone on this? past/present experiences?! I hope they've been good!
I'm a teacher too but want to get my little one settled into nursery first - again thoughts or suggestions on the "best one" to go for? - like all mummies, I just want him to be happy!
I'd like to teach when I get over there - are Supply teachers needed? I've not been able to find anythingthing on this.
Many Thanks!
We (husband and 3 year old son) are moving to Al Ain in August. My husband is working for Nord as a teacher advisor - any feedback from anyone on this? past/present experiences?! I hope they've been good!
I'm a teacher too but want to get my little one settled into nursery first - again thoughts or suggestions on the "best one" to go for? - like all mummies, I just want him to be happy!
I'd like to teach when I get over there - are Supply teachers needed? I've not been able to find anythingthing on this.
Many Thanks!
I do supply teaching for al ain english speaking school and really enjoy it. Send in your c v to Mr David Cole the primary headteacher.
#2286
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Re: Living in Al Ain
That's really helpful - thanks! I'd love to know what your experiences have been like teaching there - maybe we will meet in the staffroom one day!
#2287
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Hi all,
Does anybody know of any shops that stock gluten free food either in Al Ain or further afield?
Does anybody know of any shops that stock gluten free food either in Al Ain or further afield?
#2288
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Hi everyone, I have a difficult question...i have a lease for 12 months for a villa but i would like to break it, the villa is turning out to be far too expensive for me but unfortunately i dont think the landlord will be happy if i ask to leave after 6 months?
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
#2290
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Location: Al Masoudi
Posts: 255
Re: Living in Al Ain
Shammy
#2291
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Location: Al Masoudi
Posts: 255
Re: Living in Al Ain
Hi everyone, I have a difficult question...i have a lease for 12 months for a villa but i would like to break it, the villa is turning out to be far too expensive for me but unfortunately i dont think the landlord will be happy if i ask to leave after 6 months?
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
#2292
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Location: Al Masoudi
Posts: 255
Re: Living in Al Ain
Shammy
#2293
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Location: Al Ain, UAE
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Originally Posted by staceymay View Post
Hi everyone, I have a difficult question...i have a lease for 12 months for a villa... I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august.
Hi everyone, I have a difficult question...i have a lease for 12 months for a villa... I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august.
#2294
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Re: Living in Al Ain
Hi everyone, I have a difficult question...i have a lease for 12 months for a villa but i would like to break it, the villa is turning out to be far too expensive for me but unfortunately i dont think the landlord will be happy if i ask to leave after 6 months?
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
whats the general opinion, do landlords ever let you leave a lease early? I've only paid for the first 6 months, second cheque is only due in august. I just cant afford to stay I was rather taken advantage of by my estate agent
any advice would be helpful
and p.s. the new spinneys is open and very nice!
On the other hand I had another experience when previously living in Dubai. I had to leave after losing my job and couldn't get a penny out of my landlady. I lost over 3 months rent.
#2295
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Re: Living in Al Ain
First post folks - I am getting very close to a job offer in Al Ain. My wife and I spent a week there after my assessment to ensure we would be happy in the area - and we will be - it seems to have everything a large town should have.
I have one question on sports. I currently race bicycles and wonder if there are any Al Ain bike clubs, local race organisation etc . Triathlon info would also be very welcome.
This is a great forum and a credit to all the contributors, making this a real hub for anyone out there or assessing a move - well done all.
I have one question on sports. I currently race bicycles and wonder if there are any Al Ain bike clubs, local race organisation etc . Triathlon info would also be very welcome.
This is a great forum and a credit to all the contributors, making this a real hub for anyone out there or assessing a move - well done all.