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Forum: Middle East
Jan 20th 2014, 9:25 am
Replies: 5
Views: 2,084
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Looking for a new car in Doha - Inspire me !!

Apologies for jumping on this thread, however, I need some advice please guys!

Situation - my wife, our 7month old daughter and I recently landed in Doha. I have a car via work, wife needs some...
Jul 22nd 2013, 5:25 am
Replies: 11
Views: 12,594
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Ex Pat getting married in UK????????

My wife (German) and I (British) got married 2 years ago in the UK. I spoke to the registrar, put the cards on the table, and found the whole process so easy. Effectively, we had to 'reside' in the...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Mar 17th 2013, 1:44 pm
Replies: 112
Views: 6,309
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Six Nations Rugby

Geez, there's always crap from both sides as soon as Wales play England.

Neither I, nor any of my countrymen who love the game of rugby, give 2 hoots more about beating England than any other side...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 16th 2012, 9:24 am
Replies: 45
Views: 2,174
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Kicking the habit

I quit 2.5 years ago but it was planned.

What worked for me was to pick an event 3 or 4 months ahead. I told myself that after this event, I would quit. The event (party) happened and the...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 4th 2012, 1:12 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,164
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: A good day for English Rugby

I don't doubt if for one second!!
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 4th 2012, 9:29 am
Replies: 21
Views: 1,164
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: A good day for English Rugby

It is being said that there are 8 games in Cardiff as part of the package, but the halfwits at the WRU hoping that Wales have home advantage against England in a group game is so far off the mark,...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Dec 4th 2012, 9:27 am
Replies: 21
Views: 1,164
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: A good day for English Rugby

The draw for RWC 2015 could be interesting and lead to a great tournament. Not quite sure why the groups were picked nearly 3 years before the event though, but that's neither here nor there.

As a...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Nov 10th 2012, 12:19 pm
Replies: 64
Views: 9,413
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Oh. My. God. Skyfall.............

Totally Agree. Dragged to the cinema to see it last night!
In the words of Catherine Tate's Nan character "What a load of old shit"!
Forum: The Sand Pit
Oct 2nd 2012, 8:48 am
Replies: 63
Views: 8,964
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Your dream car....

I wouldn't mind that Lancia for driving around these oh so wonderful streets of Cairo!
Forum: The Sand Pit
Sep 20th 2012, 10:48 am
Replies: 21
Views: 1,864
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Some life advice/thoughts please, if you can be so kind...

My sentiments exactly.

I've done Dubai and have the same views of UAE.

My wife and I have done Libya and currently Cairo. When we finish here, we are hoping either a return to Libya, if the...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Aug 22nd 2012, 8:55 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,418
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: VPN for iPad

VPN Fire, free from the Apple store works well in Egypt, not sure about UAE.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Mar 26th 2012, 5:03 am
Replies: 30
Views: 15,591
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: iPad 3 in Dubai

[QUOTE=auzdafluff;9971544]Apple aren't part of the VAT refund scheme.

Only applies if you purchase online. Bought our Ipads last xmas from an Apple store in the UK who do issue the necessary...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Sep 8th 2011, 2:02 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,586
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Summoning.....Milhouse! (and anyone with experience of Cairo Airport)

40%! Which planet are you living on? I would say closer to 85% minimum
Forum: The Sand Pit
Sep 8th 2011, 2:01 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 1,586
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Summoning.....Milhouse! (and anyone with experience of Cairo Airport)

Election dates are a moving target!

Latest we heard is the beginning of November. Doubtful though
Forum: The Sand Pit
Sep 8th 2011, 10:59 am
Replies: 16
Views: 1,586
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Summoning.....Milhouse! (and anyone with experience of Cairo Airport)

Taxis are hit and miss in this part of the world. Some claim to understand English until you are in the cab, forget to put the meters on, haggle with you etc. Big network though, if they don't know...
Forum: USA
Jul 10th 2010, 6:49 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 856
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Travelling Cross Country

Given that I am 6'4" and my intended is 6'2", it may be better to upgrade to a bedroom then and as its our honeymoon, we should really have some comfort!
Forum: USA
Jul 10th 2010, 6:46 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 856
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Travelling Cross Country

Poppy Girl, thanks for the info, I will check out the resident travel agent, see what she comes up with
Forum: USA
Jul 10th 2010, 6:45 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 856
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Travelling Cross Country

Thanks for the advice mate.

Can't be all bad can it, us Taffs hitching up with the German birds!
Forum: USA
Jul 10th 2010, 11:42 am
Replies: 14
Views: 856
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Travelling Cross Country

Tonrob, many thanks for your response

Amtrak website does indeed state the only available route via Chicago and DC.

It's frustrating in that I am not able to view the route, or make a booking...
Forum: USA
Jul 10th 2010, 7:23 am
Replies: 14
Views: 856
Posted By scarletfanagain

Travelling Cross Country

Hi all, can I pick some brains please.

My fiancee and I are getting married next year and planning our honeymoon. For clarity I am British, she is German.

So far, we are intending to spend 3/4...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Apr 3rd 2009, 8:16 am
Replies: 25
Views: 1,225
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: RBS getting smashed up

Totally agree BM!

Watched some of the news coverage on BBC! Idiots being interviewed, scarves tied around their faces. Why? Probably to stop social security recognising them as not having a fkin...
Forum: Africa
Mar 31st 2009, 7:29 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 1,122
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: Salaries in Tripoli?

No idea what sort of salary marketing communication job would command, but I can tell you that on top of your salary, you should also demand a local living allowance, especially as Libya is closed...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Mar 12th 2009, 5:30 pm
Replies: 63
Views: 3,039
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: I'm Off, It's Been A Pleasure...

Sorry to hear the news Bison, glad it's not all bad for you though.
What line of business are you in?
Libya is a top place to be
Forum: The Sand Pit
Feb 28th 2009, 7:00 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,327
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: What's going on with Expatwoman?

Good manners cost zilch!
I live my life by one rule of thumb, treat others as you wish to be treated yourself. End of.
Forum: The Sand Pit
Feb 28th 2009, 5:54 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,327
Posted By scarletfanagain

Re: What's going on with Expatwoman?

Not quite, first 2 batches of homebrew wiine should be ready in 2 weeks. Thank god for filipino friends working in embassies, with their red number plates!
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