Come along to our ExpatWoman Festive Family Fair, a fabulous day out for all!
Saturday November 8th
Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, opposite Arabian Ranches
10.30am - 4.30pm
Make a head start on your Christmas Shopping, with 100's of craft stalls, pop-up fashion boutiques and a huge range of goodies to appeal to everyone! From stocking fillers, to jewellery, to arts & crafts and curios for your home…it’s sure to be a fabulous day out!
Kids’ entertainment, Santa's Grotto, Challenge Polo Match and so much more!
Santa's Grotto
Polo Match
Soccer Pitch
On the day your kids can come and tell Santa exactly what they want and they'll get a little present from the big man himself!! Let them experience Santa's grotto as though they were in the North Pole!
If you have never seen a polo match before- this is the time. Featuring some of the best male and female Polo players in the country. They will battle it out on the polo field for the big trophy at the end.
Any active girls and boys that love kicking a ball around will have a blast on the Soccer Kids pitch. They can run around, score a goal and have a blast while you take a break on the gorgeous grass and watch!
Make it a day out, with all day refreshments & bar available.
Bring your friends and family – IT’S FREE ENTRY!
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We're so excited about our Festive Fair and what will be on offer for you so let's take a closer look at some of the stalls and companies that will be there and what else is happening... there's hundreds of stalls to visit!
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Arabian Automobiles offers the full line-up of Infiniti luxury sedans and crossover vehicles in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Infiniti’s vision is to offer an entirely different kind of car for an entirely different kind of driver. The vehicles combine radical design with innovative and intuitive technology to create products that have significance beyond their physical form. At Arabian Automobiles, we aim to go beyond the traditional notion of customer service by delivering the Infiniti promise of a ‘Total Ownership Experience’ for our customers. We follow the brand philosophy where we show you why owning an Infiniti will be as inspiring as driving one.
Feel like a Formula 1 driver
Infiniti will bring the Infiniti Red Bull Racing Pit Stop Car to the ExpatWoman Festive Family Fair and you can have your photograph taken in it and be a racing driver for the day!! This will be fun for adults and children alike.
This year Infiniti will be offering a once in a lifetime experience to a few lucky people. Test drive the Infiniti Q50 and be entered into a draw to wine one of 2 amazing prize packages. Once you test drive the Q50 you will be entered into the prize draw, once the names are drawn Infiniti will contact 10 lucky winners (5 for each prize package). You will be able to test drive the Infiniti vehicles at the Festive Family Fair.
Prize 1: Driving experience with Sebestian Vettel, David Coulthard and Daniel Ricciardo.
Prize 2: An after party at the Burj Al Arab with David Coulthard and Daniel Ricciardo.
"As you take hold of the steering wheel,
no matter what experience you anticipate,
the Q50 amplifies it. It’s designed to become
what you desire."
If you purchase any Infiniti (from now until the 13th November 2014) you will be entered into a draw to win 2 VVIP Paddock Club ticket for ABD F1 GP race day - this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Charities
SNF Development Center
SNF Development Center offers personalised and professional care for young adults with special needs. We promote independence and confidence amongst these young adults to help them become self-sufficient, personally and professionally.
SNF is unique in that it provides training to students above the age of 14years without restricting the upper age limit. We hope to integrate as many young adults with special needs into the workforce and aim to see them Growing Up Confident!
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Authors
This year we will be hosting Dubai based authors Alexander McNabb and Rachel Hamilton at the Festive Family Fair. Come and meet them, get your book autographed and give someone a very special and personalised gift this year!
Alexander McNabb
Come and meet Alexander McNabb - author of the spy thriller trilogy Olives, Beirutand Shelman. An Autographed copy of a book always makes a great Christmas gift. So give that someone special in your life a fab trilogy dedicated personally to them.
Alexander McNabb is a Director at Spot On PR and has been part of the Middle East's media and marketing scene for 25 years. He's a communicator, speaker, moderator, workshop leader, radio presenter, blogger, writer, swimmer, rider, photographer, cook and even finds time to help companies with their communications.
Read the ExpatWoman.com reviews of Alexander's books here>>
Rachel Hamilton
Meet Rachel Hamilton - author of The case of the Exploding Loo. This childrens novel will have your littleones (and you) in fits of laughter as they follow clever detective Noelle who investigates her father's mysterious disappearance.
Rachel Hamilton studied at both Oxford and Cambridge and has put her education to good use working in an ad agency, a comprehensive school, a building site and a men’s prison. Her interests are books, films, stand up comedy and cake, and she loves to make people laugh, especially when it's intentional rather than accidental. Rachel divides her time between the UK and Dubai, creating funny books for 7-13s and talking to young people about the joys of reading and writing. You can find out more atwww.rachel-hamilton.com
Photography
Goldfish Photography
We are a young, creative team offering professional and unique Photography & Video, with a personal and speedy service. With over 15 years of combined experience in portrait photography, we have a ‘special knack’ of bringing out the best in you and your little ones, capturing those special moments that you can treasure forever. We can even do this in the comfort of your own home. Whether you require images for your Family, Company, Wedding or Event, we can cover every angle for you. We're excited to have Goldfish photography photographing the Festive Family Fair.
After School Activities
The Ballet Centre
We celebrate our 30th Anniversary next year. Our main Centre in Jumeirah has seven studios equipped with sprung floors, barres & mirrors. Teachers are qualified with R.A.D. and I.S.T.D. Students are prepared for yearly examinations and regular recitals.
We now have a Branch in MOTOR CITY. Please come along to our stand for more details & to sign up for a FREE TRIAL CLASS in either Ballet, Tap, Modern, BODA Drama, Hip-Hop, Taekwondo, Piano or Freestyle Disco.
M&S Sports
M&S Sports Services is a sports coaching and education provider focused on quality and committed to delivering excellence. Offering curriculum support, after school activities , facility rentals and holiday camps at venues across the UAE. For more information please email info@mandssports.com or visit www.mandssports.com.
Soccer Kids
Established in 2002, Soccerkids Dubai is currently one the largest soccer coaching academies in the UAE. We have a team of full time Qualified coaches and an extensive curriculum designed to improve your child's footballing ability whatever their particular age or standard.
Our emphasis is to make football a fun activity for all children between the ages of 3 to 16.
Beauty
Hairworks
Hairworks concept in hair care and our approach to clients is all about your wellbeing, we aim to correct the myth that hair salons don’t care, at Hairworks we do. We have fully trained Stylists & Colour Technicians who will analyse your hair on the quality, condition and what treatments are needed to repair and restore your hair back to it’s former beauty. All our Stylists are senior with over five years experience in all the leading, cutting edge techniques. We are passionate about hair and making you look and feel amazing.
Marquee
At Marquee we have an obsessive devotion to great hair and our talented hair masters love what they do, delivering incredible style and an exceptional customer experience first time and every time. Marquee offers cut, colour, styling, treatments and more, in a glossy salon interior inspired by 1950s film star glamour. For more information visit www.marquee.ae
The Nail Spa
At The Nail Spa we know it’s the little things in life that make you smile, and our focus on fab fingers and toes has become an obsession with all-over beauty that helps you say hello to smooth, shiny nails, gorgeously-groomed brows and dare-to-bare skin. Pamper yourself from head-to-toe with fabulous treatments including Nail Necessities, Therapeutic Treats, and So Smooth waxing and threading, plus brand new services including DDG in-chair ‘Facials In A Flash’ and Let’s Go Lashes. For more information, download our gorgeous new services menu at thenailspa.com or call 6005 44001 for an appointment to …just be beautiful!
Cleaning Services
Cleanco
Decades of experience gives us the advantage to tailor packages to the specific requirements of each client, large or small, with the aim to exceed all expectations and satisfy every individual project needs. Customer satisfaction tops our mission as we endeavor to be the full service provider which facilitates you to carry out your primary business without having to worry about facilities management. Monthly joint review meetings of our team with the client allows us to ascertain performance standards are being met and set targets ensuring regular communication for common good.
SMS Cleaning Services
SMS Cleaning Services is a Legal Part-Time Maid service company in Dubai, providing a Total Home Care Solution to residents of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah for an affordable price for 12 Consecutive Years. We are well known for a variety of Home Care services which we provide and of our efficient Team of Maids.
Having Exceeding all our customer expectations throughout these years It is crucial that we provide a continuous professional service at all times to all Dubai that have stressful work environments and long hours each day. So look forward for a hygienically clean and relaxing Home Sweet Home by SMS Maids
Education
GEMS Education
We believe that a quality education is about Ad Vitam Paramus - ‘preparing for life’. The GEMS approach to learning is one which focuses not only on academic excellence but also in helping students develop their character, creativity, values, personal leadership and the spirit of enterprise necessary for them to achieve their full potential as global citizens and leaders of the future.
Ladybird Nursery
Ladybird is a fully inclusive setting, enabling children to play, have fun and develop within a safe, healthy and caring environment in partnership with all parents and carers. Ladybird’s goal is to provide an outstanding experience that will ensure that your child is able to start full time school as a confident, curious and independent learner and that you as a parent will feel welcomed, valued and respected as a true partner in your child’s learning.
Leaps and Bounds Education Centre
Leaps and Bounds is an Education Centre in Dubai Motor City offering children enrichment classes in maths and English and adult language classes in Arabic & English ranging from beginner to advanced levels. The Centre offers the MagiKats programme which was developed in 2004 by UK educators. Internationally recognized, it is a comprehensive system which helps students aged 6 to 16 master English and Maths . Children attend weekly workshops which comprise a mixture of written work and hands-on resources/learning activities. The Centre also offers an English Creative Writing Programme for children aged 6-16 years.
Little Wonders Nursery
Little Wonders Nursery was established in 2005 and are located in Jumeirah Dubai. We have 6 spacious classrooms, sensory room, soft play, indoor exploration area and large natural outdoor play area with a mud café. During the Expat Woman event we will be providing children with free face paints, arts & crafts and discussing with parents about our setting.
Mathnasium
Our Goal… is to significantly increase the child’s math skills (3 years upwards) and overall school performance, while building confidence and forging a positive attitude toward Math. Our students are not automatons, but thinking mathematicians, building Number Sense, and a passion for mathematics in a fun, nurturing environment that emphasizes individual attention and self-esteem.
The Brain Workshop
When you train your brain you get smarter, with smarter brighter brain life is much better and easier. At The Brain Workshop, they believe in everyone’s right to lead a better, more fulfilling life and they help children and adults reach this goal by training their brains so they overcome learning struggles, excel further academically, advance in their careers, or simply lead a better quality of life. Make sure to drop by their stand with your child to feel your brains at work when you try some of the fun yet challenging brain exercises. Take part in their raffle draw to win free cognitive skills assessment, get freebies and more.
Vernus
Vernus Early Learning Centres are early learning centres based in JLT and Umm Suqeim. The centres offer an integrated program of International Preschool Curriculum (IPC) and American Common Core (CCSS). They encompass nursery to KG2, serving children from the age of six weeks to six years. We offer Arabic, French and Russian in addition to the core subjects. We provide special care for children with special needs. VELC campuses have spacious child centred classrooms, outdoor and indoor play areas, music room, sensory room, science lab, swimming pool, planting area and much more .For more information visit us in the exhibition where we will be happy to answer all your enquiries and visit our website www.vernuselc.ae
Embassy
The British Embassy in Dubai
The British Embassy Consular Team provides assistance to British nationals visiting and living in the UAE. We will be happy to answer questions at the fair about living in the UAE as an expat.
Finance
Global Eye - Paul Jenkinson
Paul Jenkinson is a Financial and Insurance Specialist who has worked in the UAE since 2008 and has many years’ experience in expat money management including and not limited to, Retirement Planning, Education Fee Planning, Insurance & Sharia Compliant Wills. Paul will be available to answer questions on the day and also for attendees to book a free ‘Financial Health Check’ to discuss options available to you whilst living and working in the Middle East.
The Continental Group
The Continental Group is a leading insurance and intermediary and financial services solutions provider in the region. Licensed by the Central Bank of UAE and the UAE Ministry of Economy we represent reputed multinational and local insurance and financial institutions. At Continental, we realise that financial solutions are as diverse as your needs, and no one solution can serve everyone. Driven by the philosophy of building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers, we specialise in providing personalised solutions through a qualified and experienced team of consultants. With over 15 years of experience in the UAE and a large client base, we stand proud as one of the leading players in the financial services arena.
Fitness
yApparel
yApparel is the UAE's first specialised yoga and fitness clothing boutique for men and women - based in the heart of Dubai at the Jumeirah Centre. The boutique will showcase their newest collections in yoga, pilates and lifestyle wear, plus an array of unique accessories. We guarantee you'll find the perfect birthday or holiday gift, or even just a little something special for you www.yApparel.com.
Food and Beverage
Aquaplus Energizing Fresh water undergoes a unique filtration process which gives it energizing, rejuvenating alkaline and ultra hydrating properties. Aquaplus water clusters are reduced in size, enabling them to penetrate your cells and hydrate your body more efficiently. Aquaplus water makes minerals and nutrients much easier for your body to absorb, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and doubly refreshed.
Furniture
SpaceSaving
SpaceSaving roots back to the imagination and creativity of a mother of 3. Unsatisfied by the market’s overpriced and mono-functional furniture, she decided to take matters into her own hands. “Using every bit of space efficiently and effectively, with no sacrifice to style” was the aim. Recently new to Dubai, SpaceSaving.co offers a wide range of hand-picked space saving items through its e-store.
The event day will be the perfect chance to see samples of our products, buy some small items on spot and place order for large objects. Also, we will distribute brochures, leaflets and of course plenty of gifts for our visitors.
Healthcare
BR Medical Suites
B R Medical Suites is a patent-focused, state-of-the-art specialist consultation and day surgery centre. With world renowned super specialists from Germany, UK, USA, Greece, Spain, Australia and India in several areas including ENT, Orthopedics, Dermatology, Andrology, Urology, Gynecology, Endocrinology ,Vascular and laparoscopic surgery, child development/behavioural paediatrics, physiotherapy, dentistry, anesthesiology and pain medicine, the focus is on great patient experience, quick recovery times and maximizing comfort for the patient. BR Medical Suites will be having free screening for BP , BMI , Sugar and Cholesterol.
Drs Nicolas & Asp
Drs. Nicolas & Asp enjoys an excellent word of mouth reputation that has been created over the years due to the hard work and dedication of its entire experienced clinical and non-clinical staff; who are a vital asset in our vision. Drs. Nicolas & Asp has materialized its vision of offering its “FAMILY MEDICAL & DENTAL SERVICES” in various Dubai communities.
Dr. Taher H. Khalil Clinic
We invite everyone to learn more about the services we offer including Hormonal Disorders Specialty, Gynecological services, Aesthetics, Lasers and Plastic Surgery. We will also be promoting our Aesthetic department where we have our AestheticianUmay Adnoc from UK who will be with us at the stall giving away few samples of some of her products for skin rejuvenation. We will also be giving away deals and vouchers for special treatments at our clinic. If you're just passing by, listen up for the songs coming from our stall - that just our talented staff!! We look forward to meeting you all!!
German Dental Oasis
German Dental Oasis is passionate to bring the best in dentistry from Germany to the UAE. We provide the highest quality in dentistry with a friendly environment. We will be offering complementary exams and everyone will receive vouchers for different procedures.
GMC Clinics
When choosing healthcare for you and your family, nothing is more important than being able to trust the medical advice and service you are given and knowing you are receiving the highest standard of care.
Our mission is to care for our patients as we would wish to be cared for ourselves.
Our family of physicians and staff have been providing quality healthcare to the Dubai community since 1992. We support individuals, families, local corporations and multinationals in all their medical and dental needs. Our comfortable and modern clinics, with their family-orientated atmosphere are situated within reach of every major neighborhood in Dubai.
Gulf Eye Centre
Gulf Eye Center has been operating in Dubai since 2002. We provide many ophthalmologic services, including Orthokeratology (Ortho-K), a non-surgical procedure using FDA-approved contact lenses worn whilst sleeping to improve vision during the day. Ortho-K can also slow down deteriorating vision in children. Come see us to find out more.
Koster Clinic
The Koster Clinic provides high quality private medical treatment within the fields of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Infertility, Aesthetic Surgery, Psychotherapy, First Aid training and Acupuncture. We are a modern, family run clinic, offering a comprehensive service that meets the needs of women, families, and those seeking aesthetic procedures, with standards that are unmatched within the UAE and Gulf region.
Mediclinic Arabian Ranches
Mediclinic Arabian Ranches offers international standard clinic services in the heart of your community. With a range of specialities and a highly qualified team of medical staff, we can offer you the peace of mind of expert healthcare, right on your doorstep.
Meet our team at the Expatwoman Family Fun Day on 8 November. We will be offering free bone density tests and you’ll have the chance to win a free teeth whitening session.
Logistics
Aramax
The range of services offered by Aramex includes international and domestic express delivery, freight forwarding, logistics and warehousing, records and information Management solutions, e-business solutions, and online shopping services.
GAC
GAC Dubai is a leading provider of shipping, logistics and marine services. The Group’s Corporate Head Office is located in Dubai which is also home to GAC Bunker Fuels, GAC Marine Logistics, regional Hub Agency Centre and Global Disbursement Centre. GAC was one of the first foreign companies to set up in Dubai in the late 1960s, since then it has become a market leader across the shipping, logistics and marine service sectors. Enduring close relationships with local authorities ensure that all our customers’ service needs are catered for.
Maintanence
Dial A Battery
Dial-A-Battery is a service that provides guaranteed battery solutions on the spot, courtesy of its professional technicians equipped with state-of-the-art and computerized devices, designed to thoroughly diagnose a battery’s problem and allowing customers to save both time and money in the long run. Dial-a-battery carries the largest range of SOLITE Batteries, which is the No.1 Automotive Battery brand from Korea and is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to Hyundai and KIA all over the world. We save motorists from the hassle of having the vehicles towed or taken to workshops, as battery replacements and vehicle diagnostics are carried out on sight.
Fix It For Me
FixItForMe was established in the U.A.E in 2013 and is a state-of-the-art online portal, bringing together consumers in need of Home Maintenance and improvement projects and the relevant service providers. The mechanism of FixItForMe is simple yet extremely powerful. Consumers are able to post their need for service on the website; registered Tradesmen on FixItForMe can then respond to projects posted in selected categories.
M-Plus
With years of experience delivering maintenance solutions to residential communities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the Mplus+ experience is unparalleled. Mplus+ gives customers the confidence in knowing that the service provided is of the highest quality.
Pets
Passion for Paws
We started Passion 4 Paws with the mission and goal of taking care of our customers pets like they're our own. That means coming to you and your home for more than just a 30-minute visit or to feed them. We routinely walk and play with your animal to make sure that they're not just getting love, but they're also getting some just deserved exercise.
ROYAL CANIN
ROYAL CANIN, a global leader in pet health nutrition, will be hosting a "Draw your pet" competition, where your children, together with an art instructor will learn some simple techniques and draw their pet. The winner will be awarded with a 6-month ROYAL CANIN food supply for a cat or a dog. The members of our nutritional team will answer your questions, give feeding advice and help you to select the best diet for your pets. Every cat and dog owner will go home with food samples and gifts fromROYAL CANIN.
Real Estate
Dubai Luxury Homes
We understand that every client's needs are different, so we take time and effort to understand and cater to those needs. In every case, our dedicated property specialists will try to exceed expectations, making your experience pleasant and stress-free. Contact us now to benefit from the Dubai Luxury Homes experience of quality and professionalism unsurpassed by anyone within the realty industry. We look forward to assist you in finding your ideal home or real estate investment.
CRAFTERS
We have, once again, invited Dubai's crafters to take part in the ExpatWoman Festive Family Fair. We are excited to showcase the talents of Dubai's biggest enthusiasts. Crafters are really passionate about their products as most make and design their own saleable items. This year we have it all; jewellery, bird houses, clothing, toys and much much more!!
Artistique Dubai
Artistique is an unique Art Boutique! We sell Acrylic paint, Silk Paint, Oil paint canvasses, brushes and all kind of art materials, Stationery and Scrapbook materials. Art works from local Artists. We host creative workshops and birthday parties. Interior design course is offered and weith t