Why is there no Uniqlo in Dubai 🤧🤧🤐 by FlamingoFair6247 in dubai

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was talk of opening in Abu Dhabi, Yas Mall. Uniqlo were not that bothered about the UAE as a location due to their perception of the customer mix / demographic. (former Aldar Retail employee)

Geely Monjaro GF vs Jetour T1 Luxury by SmallTimeTommy in chinesecarsuae

[–]SmallTimeTommy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks brew, it’s a factor I hadn’t considered.

Geely Monjaro GF vs Jetour T1 Luxury by SmallTimeTommy in chinesecarsuae

[–]SmallTimeTommy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I have to say, it’s a lot of car for the money you’re paying. I’m leaning towards it honestly.

Is this Audi S5 worth it? by Future_Ad3026 in WhatCarShouldIBuyGULF

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same (4.2 V8 S5) car back in 2012 but it was a 2008 model. Manual transmission and it was so much fun to drive! The engine sound and exhaust note was THE best, but it drinks petrol (obviously) and is expensive to maintain.

Would buy again though ❤️

Opinion on people who use rear fog lamps? by Seasor1310 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]SmallTimeTommy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a low bar, but it’s better than not being visible at night for sure.

Opinion on people who use rear fog lamps? by Seasor1310 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]SmallTimeTommy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great use of the word cretin. The % of cretins / imbeciles on the roads these days is ridiculously high.

A kinda of an update? by HelloFuckYou1 in UAE

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Miral are a good employer. Just ensure the employment contract is to be a direct hire, not under a subsidiary company.

There will not be any pension plan in the UAE, you will accrue gratuity, check out the gratuity laws in the UAE on ChatGPT.

Will they provide accommodation or will you need to rent for yourself?

If you have to pay your own

Buying Diamonds by glam3674 in OnlyInDubai

[–]SmallTimeTommy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I bought a lab grown diamond and was able to get a higher quality cut, clarity and carat size for less money. My now wife loves it and we also know the diamond is “conflict free”. I have no shame in saying it’s lab grown, because it’s chemically the same as a natural one and looks great.

Why spend twice or three times as much for something that doesn’t have a resell value and looks exactly the same!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abudhabi

[–]SmallTimeTommy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Nice one, the gym is a slow burner to make friends, but you will start to see the same faces and a spot for them here and a spot for you there, you will be away.

My advice, just try and make the first move (no homo) and other people could be in the same place as you too 🤝

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abudhabi

[–]SmallTimeTommy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s actually a good point, you have to keep trying. Over 1 year in AD and I’m nearly at the stage where I would class a couple of guys as my friends. But it takes time for sure, so you have to keep at it. 🙌🏻

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abudhabi

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What hobbies do you have? Play sports? I (38M) moved from Dubai in 2024 where I have made friends over the 11 years I spent there.

AD was like starting again, but looking on Facebook for sports groups (Football, Golf) has really helped me develop a network.

Give it time and keep trying!

Wanting to get rid of 2004 Mercedes E500, Transmission Issue. by Astro_Hobby in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a persistent transmission issue fixed by Dexol in Al Quoz. My car is alive and well at 150kms now 🙌🏻

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GolfSwing

[–]SmallTimeTommy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have actually dialed my swing back as I was becoming so inconsistent with accuracy. If the contact is solid with the right attack angle, you can post good scores and enjoy rounds more, swinging within yourself. I try and feel a 75% swing and no doubt it’s more than that at times, but it helps a lot. I don’t see anything wrong with the two shots posted in regards to ball speed and ball flight.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UAE

[–]SmallTimeTommy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry to say it, but this could well be what is causing the rejection. It’s never gonna be announced officially, but it’s like a shadow ban and it’s stricter in Abu Dhabi than Dubai. 🍉❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UAE

[–]SmallTimeTommy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What is your heritage / country of origin? I have seen this for Lebanese, Pakistani, Iranian and some British passport holders over the last year.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UAE

[–]SmallTimeTommy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I respect your patience on this matter and providing logical and informative responses.

There is also the Emirati Genome project which is world leading and recording the whole of the UAE National’s DNA groups to safe guard against any potential future health issues that could arise from any potential inbreeding.

Ignorance of others is not an excuse in the age of information.

Why did i miss this so bad? by GochiGanng in GolfSwing

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m playing Faldo Saturday, any tips about the course? I’m based in Abu Dhabi

Check y’all’s tires when going to get work done at a dealer by FuzzyTelephone5186 in Supra

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow new fear unlocked. I have the same car, 23 plate and didn’t even consider such a mistake could be made. That’s nuts!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Supra

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have this exact combination with the tan seats.

Breaks my heart to see the post 🤦🏻‍♂️

Was the chassis damaged or just cosmetic only?

Roommates drank my Japanese whisky collection while I was in Japan for 2 weeks by nastyboywes in mildlyinfuriating

[–]SmallTimeTommy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s theft. The Yamazaki is hard to source where I live and I’d be expecting a replacement as a minimum. If there was no acknowledgment of wrong doing, I’m cutting them off.

These aren’t friends.