Marleen Vermeulen
蔼惭补谤濒猫苍别办别
Belgian expat in the United Arab Emirates
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About me
Belgian
Lives in Dubai
Speaks Dutch, French, English, German and intermediate Spanish, planning to start Arabic lessons.
Registration: 06 August 2010
Is 7500 AED worth living in Dubai? by Zaki8527
Hi everyone, I'm new here. Recently got an offer to work in Dubai with a salary of 7500 AED with 4000 AED accomodation and 500 AED phone bills. I am wondering whether is it worth it? I believe if you are single then should be not a ...
Don't come, you'll be ruining your and your family's life, just as I'm doing.... You will not live comfortably and have nothing left to save. THINK hard before you come here!!! Get a very good job offer first. Read More
Sharjah street - Anyone who know sharja street well to help me?
I am trying to find a particular street in Sharjah, but am not succeeding. Anyone who knows Sharjah well and who wants to help me, please? Marleen Read More
FOODIES@SHANGHAI CHIC on Thursday December 30th
Hi Shirley, There are also participants from other websites, at this moment three of them + me + u = 5 if you still wanna join. Kindly confirm. Thanks and regards, Marleen Read More
FOODIES@SHANGHAI CHIC on Thursday December 30th
Hi Shirley, Thanks for your reaction. At present, there are 3 more participants from another website. Will keep you posted. Best regards, Marleen Read More
FOODIES@SHANGHAI CHIC on Thursday December 30th
Last FOODIES event of the year :-)) 2 for 1 at the Ibn Battuta Moevenpick Shanghai Chic Restaurant!! We come with 8, we pay for 4. Only valid until end year. New Moevenpick Hotel inspired by Ibn Battuta's travels and decorated in Arabic ... Read More
Hangout, Rooftop BBQ and some Beer, interested? by D0by
Im looking to make some new friends here in Dubai, so Im thinking , the best way to do it fast would be to hold a BBQ party at my roof top..... anyone interested?
Doby!!! I didn't realize this was you.... How are you? And your stomach? lol Apparently, I get confused with names all the time. Yes, of course I would like to join your roof top party. I might even smell the bbq in my own apartment ;) and ... Read More
Foodie Dinner - Korean BBQ Nite !!! 14 Nov 2010 by debzn
By popular demand! Its time for Korean BBQ nite! Who's in for a nice of smoky, yummy fun??? It's a meal-lovers nite! Location: Shogun Address:Al Ghurair City, Deira, Dubai Date: 14 Nov 2010 Time: 1930 - 2230hrs Disclaimer: Have not been to this ...
Hi Debz! Yep, as announced in the other thread, I want to join. And what's more: I will SHOW UP for sure!!!!! Apparently they don't have a website, but there's a great review in Time Out: ... Read More
Friday Brunch @ Momotaro - 5th of November by debzn
Found out about the Friday brunch when I was there for dinner just the other day. They have some of the better sushi that I've tried in Dubai. Would anyone want to join me for the brunch on Nov 5th. momotaro.ae/friday_brunch A review on them from ...
Debz, Thanks for the great brunch event! I have so absolutely enjoyed the bubbles, the wine and.... ALL the food! And most of all: your help and organization! Yep, definitely up for another foodie event. Don't know what Korean BBQ is, but ... Read More
Friday Brunch @ Momotaro - 5th of November by debzn
Found out about the Friday brunch when I was there for dinner just the other day. They have some of the better sushi that I've tried in Dubai. Would anyone want to join me for the brunch on Nov 5th. momotaro.ae/friday_brunch A review on them from ...
Guys, Many thanks! Good to know. Problem is that the metro is not operational before 1 PM, so I will have to come by taxi anyway :/. In which name is the reservation, Debz? See you soon, Marleen Read More
How long does it take to get our Container? by mkirchner
hey out there! Who has experience with container-shipping in Dubai? Our (furniture etc.) container will arrive on Jund 16th in Dubai. How long will it take, till we get the container checked (customs, papers etc.) so that we can get it delivered ...
Hi, I sent my household stuff through a removals agent in Belgium, who has a counterpart local agent here in Dubai. They took care of all the administrational things and of the customs clearing. After the ship's arrival, it was a question of a ... Read More
Friday Brunch @ Momotaro - 5th of November by debzn
Found out about the Friday brunch when I was there for dinner just the other day. They have some of the better sushi that I've tried in Dubai. Would anyone want to join me for the brunch on Nov 5th. momotaro.ae/friday_brunch A review on them from ...
Hi Debz, I confirm for this Friday brunch! Where and when do we gather? 12.00 noon? Akram, if you're coming (which I reckon as highly probable) by car, could you maybe pick me up around Dubai Mall metro station? I can walk, but it's somewhat ... Read More
Meet up at Casa Cafe, 27 October (Wednesday) at 8pm by Newbie913
Hi girls and boys, Hope you are all ready for Shisha evening Part II.. Suhaib has suggested Casa Cafe 聳 the food looks good and is reasonably priced. You can check out the menu and the location map through this ...
To all 天美麻豆 Forum friends: Another pleasant evening at the Casa Cafe with good food, at least mine was and lots of sheesha ;). Kind of a tricky underground in the place, so fortunately, no alcohol served. Nice turn up and especially more new ... Read More
Accomodation by daredevil
For working in Internet City, what would be the best value for money area to live in for a family of 3. What should be the price of a normal(not overly upscale ) decent 1 BR apartment in residential area near Dubai internet city? (did try ...
Hi Daredevil, I moved to an apartment in Jumeirah Lakes Towers two months ago, so know a bit about rents. In JLT you can get a decent 1BR in a range of let's say AED 65.000 - 80.000/annum (I am always talking fully furnished, cause that's what I ... Read More
Meet up at Casa Cafe, 27 October (Wednesday) at 8pm by Newbie913
Hi girls and boys, Hope you are all ready for Shisha evening Part II.. Suhaib has suggested Casa Cafe 聳 the food looks good and is reasonably priced. You can check out the menu and the location map through this ...
Akram, What's wrong with dancing to the oldies? I would definitely join that event ;). lalalala the reflex papapapaaaa.... You're probably right, so I'll just leave it up to the organizers, as it should be :cool: Marleen Read More
Meet up at Casa Cafe, 27 October (Wednesday) at 8pm by Newbie913
Hi girls and boys, Hope you are all ready for Shisha evening Part II.. Suhaib has suggested Casa Cafe 聳 the food looks good and is reasonably priced. You can check out the menu and the location map through this ...
" Marleen, I need to warn you though, we are going to be having shisha again..." Hi Shilpa, Many thanks. That's the reason why I was asking for outside seating ;):). I saw on their website that there is an outside section. Anyway, I will come ... Read More
Meet up at Casa Cafe, 27 October (Wednesday) at 8pm by Newbie913
Hi girls and boys, Hope you are all ready for Shisha evening Part II.. Suhaib has suggested Casa Cafe 聳 the food looks good and is reasonably priced. You can check out the menu and the location map through this ...
Hi Shilpa, Looks like a nice caf茅, would like to join. Do you think we can sit outside? Thank you. Marleen Read More
Friday Brunch @ Momotaro - 5th of November by debzn
Found out about the Friday brunch when I was there for dinner just the other day. They have some of the better sushi that I've tried in Dubai. Would anyone want to join me for the brunch on Nov 5th. momotaro.ae/friday_brunch A review on them from ...
Hi Debz, Yes my event has been cancelled and I'm happy that other people still DO have the courage to organize something. I'm in for this one, too :top:. Might I suggest to post the invitation, just a Shilpa did, also on other expat websites? ... Read More
Meet up at Reem Al Bawadi - Thursday 14 October at 8pm by Newbie913
Hello people, Since this group has been inactive for a while, I have decided (after consulting with another member 聳 Armen) to arrange a meet up at 8pm on Thursday (14th October) at Reem Al Bawadi 聳 SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD BRANCH聟 Food, Shisha and ...
Shilpa and Armen, I join Farsight13 in saying that it was a great event, especially the "cooperation" with other groups is a good idea! I didn't really like the many sheeshas :sosad:, makes my eyes painful and my throat tickely, but the venue is ... Read More
Meet up at Reem Al Bawadi - Thursday 14 October at 8pm by Newbie913
Hello people, Since this group has been inactive for a while, I have decided (after consulting with another member 聳 Armen) to arrange a meet up at 8pm on Thursday (14th October) at Reem Al Bawadi 聳 SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD BRANCH聟 Food, Shisha and ...
Hi there, Yes, would like to join, but need full and detailed directions to the venue for the taxi driver. Or can I come by metro? Thanks and regards, Marleen Read More
Movie Buddies! by sher1na
Hello all :-). Would anybody be interested to catch a movie or two in Dubai Marina Mall sometime? Do let me know when is convenient and suggestions for which show to look out for. Hope you guys are keen on this, the more the merrier! :-).
Movie Buddies, I modestly :) suggest "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps". How about Wednesday next? THE END Read More
Movie Buddies! by sher1na
Hello all :-). Would anybody be interested to catch a movie or two in Dubai Marina Mall sometime? Do let me know when is convenient and suggestions for which show to look out for. Hope you guys are keen on this, the more the merrier! :-).
Sher1na and other participants, Good relaxing movie and... nice food! Thank you! Pity the theatre was so crowded LOL. Ready for more. Marleen Read More
Sushi Connoisseurs United. by farsight13
Has this happen to you? You crave some sushi and decided to get some 聯sushi on the go聰 from SPINNYS. While you watch your favorite Japanese movie, you open the box and take a big bite on that salmon sushi only to say聟聰YUCK!聰 :| Well my friends, I am ...
Akram, Well said! I like your spirit of finally getting what you have been craving for! :top: You know I'm not at all a connoisseur but might be joining depending on some other meet up still "in the air". In that case, I will need one of your ... Read More
Movie Buddies! by sher1na
Hello all :-). Would anybody be interested to catch a movie or two in Dubai Marina Mall sometime? Do let me know when is convenient and suggestions for which show to look out for. Hope you guys are keen on this, the more the merrier! :-).
quote Am suggesting that we meet at 7pm at the mall to get the tickets (am assuming there is going to be a queue and we will be left with "in-your-face" seats) and head for dinner, chit-chat, etc? unquote Hi, 7 pm is ok for me + dinner and ... Read More
Movie Buddies! by sher1na
Hello all :-). Would anybody be interested to catch a movie or two in Dubai Marina Mall sometime? Do let me know when is convenient and suggestions for which show to look out for. Hope you guys are keen on this, the more the merrier! :-).
Also YAY for me! At what time do we meet? Does the movie start at 9.00 PM? Thanks! Marleen Read More
Spices market? by aminr
Hi everyone, Could you please let me know where i can find some spices, for example indian spices? in Dubai
Hi Aminr, Nice to hear from another "newcomer" :). I go to the spice souk which is adjacent to the gold souk, located in the old centre at the Creek. Here's a link to the map and the information about the souks. I bought spices coming from Iran ... Read More
Movie Buddies! by sher1na
Hello all :-). Would anybody be interested to catch a movie or two in Dubai Marina Mall sometime? Do let me know when is convenient and suggestions for which show to look out for. Hope you guys are keen on this, the more the merrier! :-).
Hi Sher1na, Here is one :). I live opposite to the Dubai Marina Mall, in JLT, so will join if I like the chosen movie. By the way, not into horror... Like thrillers and whodunits. Thanks and best regards, Marleen Read More
Anyone interested in a mouthwatering experience? Then read on :) by FeeAcer
Then join us on next month [color=#070cf7][b][center]a visit to a Swiss chocolatier confectioner's workshop[/center][/b][/color] Date: to be determined if enough interest arouses Time: visit at the workshop starts at 10:00 am sharp! Location: Ras ...
@ Marlene, you can go with me if you want. RAK is far so I need somebody to talk with while Im driving so I won't fall asleep. MariecorHi Mariecor, Many thanks for your offer which I will gladly accept (if the event is to be held on a Friday...). ... Read More
Any good Sushi joint around Dubai? by farsight13
How are you all doing? I am new to the forum and i hope to make some new friends along the way. Anyways, i been craving for some really good Sushi restaurant that's not going to blow a hole in my wallet. Back home i used to have a place where i ...
Hi Sushi Girls and Boys :) I saw your topic on the forum and was thinking the following: 1) we can organize a sushi night for the next event in the food circle (need your advice though); 2) or if you don't wanna wait that long or you wanna do it ... Read More
Anyone interested in a mouthwatering experience? Then read on :) by FeeAcer
Then join us on next month [color=#070cf7][b][center]a visit to a Swiss chocolatier confectioner's workshop[/center][/b][/color] Date: to be determined if enough interest arouses Time: visit at the workshop starts at 10:00 am sharp! Location: Ras ...
Hi Arlette, I MIGHT be interested if there can be car-sharing or taxi-sharing from Dubai. The cost is otherwise too high and I don't like coming by bus :(. I would suggest you organize some RAK sightseeing for afternoon as well (??). Just a ... Read More
How to raise up kids there? School, day-care, health insurance, etc???
Hi Liyu, Hope that you will get the position you're looking for and that you will be able to move to Dubai. I myself moved here five weeks ago, from Belgium, and will work as a freelancer. I do not have kids myself and do not know very much about ... Read More
Tips about Restaurants in Dubai by FeeAcer
I know there are hundreds if not thousands of restaurants in Dubai but still I'd like you guys who are living in Dubai to give us your reviews of the [color=#034dfb]restaurants you've liked[/color]! Be careful! We do not want any commercial ...
Arlette, Are you receiving my PM? Thanks and regards, Marleen Read More
Any food bloggers or Peeps with an interest in wine & dine in Dubai? by debzn
I am no chef or professional food critic just a girl on the right side of her twenties who is always on the lookout for good food in her new city. I am staunch believer in good food and truly believes that not all good food is expensive. As much as ...
Hi Armen, and thank you for expressing your interest! Yes, it will only actually start mid September because my foot is broken and my leg is in a cast until then. Meanwhile I will set up a separate blog, cause this is Debz's blog. Remember to ... Read More
Any food bloggers or Peeps with an interest in wine & dine in Dubai? by debzn
I am no chef or professional food critic just a girl on the right side of her twenties who is always on the lookout for good food in her new city. I am staunch believer in good food and truly believes that not all good food is expensive. As much as ...
Hi Debz, Unfortunately I haven't heard from you. Did you receive my e-mail? Pity, cause I would really appreciate some company now.:( Best regards, Marleen Read More
Luxury products in Dubai by katpin
Hi there My fiancee and I are moving to Dubai to start a luxury product boutique and while we will be getting in touch with an attorney there, to guide us through the maze that it might be, while we wait for his answers, we wanted to know ...
Hi Kat, First of all, let me say I moved here three weeks ago from.... Belgium, from a village situated in between Antwerp and Brussels. I also started my own company here, services though, not FMCG, and this was taken care of by a lawyer I found ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG meet up - 27/08 - 9 p.m. - Horizon Lounge at Habtour Grand by joylok
After 2 successful meets, to whcih i could not make up, here's proposing Third meet on August 14. It should be fun to meet in open space: 1. Jumeriah Beach 2. Fujiarah Beach - logistics will be problem - but this is very peaceful and can help in ...
Harry, Thanks for your feedback and suggestions. If there is no Iftar, I will pass for this one and start actual activities mid September. No problem. Meanwhile, I will check out Time Out in Dubai, which I read anyway. I've seen they mention ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG meet up - 27/08 - 9 p.m. - Horizon Lounge at Habtour Grand by joylok
After 2 successful meets, to whcih i could not make up, here's proposing Third meet on August 14. It should be fun to meet in open space: 1. Jumeriah Beach 2. Fujiarah Beach - logistics will be problem - but this is very peaceful and can help in ...
Hi Harry, In case this meet up on August 27th includes an Iftar, I would very much like to join, because it's all new to me. I just need to be sure of a comfortable chair and enough space for my leg in a cast (as you should be aware of by now, ... Read More
Any food bloggers or Peeps with an interest in wine & dine in Dubai? by debzn
I am no chef or professional food critic just a girl on the right side of her twenties who is always on the lookout for good food in her new city. I am staunch believer in good food and truly believes that not all good food is expensive. As much as ...
Hi Harry, Thanks and yes, seems like a good idea. I'm also single and it is nice if you don't have to cook and eat alone every now and then. I would suggest a fixed day, like "cheap" dining every second Thursday of the month and checking out a ... Read More
[EXPAT BLOG Meet Up] - Wed 14th July - at The Agency in Souk Madinat by matt85
How many times has someone initiated conversation of people meeting only to restart the conversation a month later? Rather than let this happen again I thought I would suggest a night out. Anyone who wants to meet new people should come along, ...
Arlette, Thanks. Very kind of you. Hope to meet you some time. Fortunately, the staff here, where I have a hotel-apartment, is very helpful and considerate. Another thing, as opposed to Belgium, everything can be delivered easily to my door. ... Read More
Any food bloggers or Peeps with an interest in wine & dine in Dubai? by debzn
I am no chef or professional food critic just a girl on the right side of her twenties who is always on the lookout for good food in her new city. I am staunch believer in good food and truly believes that not all good food is expensive. As much as ...
Hi Debzn, I'm new in Dubai and always in for checking out some new place for dining and wining. I'm Belgian and on the far far side of my twenties ;-) (hopefully not an obstacle for you). I used to go out for dinner regularly in Belgium and am ... Read More
[EXPAT BLOG Meet Up] - Wed 14th July - at The Agency in Souk Madinat by matt85
How many times has someone initiated conversation of people meeting only to restart the conversation a month later? Rather than let this happen again I thought I would suggest a night out. Anyone who wants to meet new people should come along, ...
Greetings to you Dubai Expat Meet Up Bloggers, This looks like a great initiative and a unique opportunity to meet new people! I will certainly join next time, that is, after mid September, because I have broken my foot six days after arriving ... Read More