any American's?!?!

[spartan]

Dubiased,
If you can find a decent place with lots of TV that isn't infested with - well certain people that have terrible beer - im down, as I'm sure other would be. If we can decide on a place, we can put up a new thread informing people to join us.

Maybe we could invite our Canadian friends to come watch some real football action too.

Mike/md000,
The potluck sounds like a great idea...
If it was a little colder, i could whip up a batch of my 'world famous' chili (no noodles, lots of beans).

Any idea what channel's broadcasting the spartan-hawkeye game in Dubai?

[md000]

Originally Posted by spartan

Any idea what channel's broadcasting the spartan-hawkeye game in Dubai?

I about blew tea through my nose. It is only being broadcast in the Big Ten network in America. People in Florida can't even watch it. I'm using the Slingbox - plus its an EARLY game here - 3 AM. not so much fun for having guests (my wife would kill me and I've already woken up the neighbors once during the Penn State/Iowa game).

[vincetruong]

Upcoming Schedule for ABC. abcdubai dot com

22/10/2009 09:30 MECACC Autumn Meeting ABC Villa Dubai Meeting
26/10/2009 00:00 General Luncheon Meeting TBC Dubai Meeting
31/10/2009 19:01 American Citizens Services Day The American School of Dubai Campus Dubai Social
07/11/2009 18:55 Explore RAK TBC Dubai Workshop
11/11/2009 00:00 Managing Stress in the Workplace Today presented by AETNA Dubai Luncheon
16/11/2009 06:45 Air Show Breakfast Le Meridien Dubai Dubai Meeting
24/11/2009 19:02 Annual General Meeting TBC Dubai Conference
08/12/2009 10:48 ABC's Holiday Party Dubai Social
08/12/2009 18:54 Holiday Party, Strictly Business InterCouncil Reception TBC Dubai Social

Originally Posted by spartan

Oh what I would give for a Bells Oberon right now...or even a Silver Bullet...mmm

Goodluck to your Hawkeyes, md000. They're going to need it Wish I was at Spartan Stadium for that one...

As far as the American Business Council...any additional details? Do they have a website? Where, when are meetings?

Are you using the slingbox on a VPN? Or is that not blocked here? Because my VPN seems to slow things down.

It seems like theres a bunch of us who would love to meet others, drink some beer and watch some football...Why don't we get together one of these Saturday or Sunday nights (College or NFL). Any takers?

[MrRashid]

Originally Posted by Jason G

I've been in Dubai for just over a year now, and have met very few USA'ers. In fact, only 1! I'm wondering if their are any american expat groups out here. Let me know, as i'd love to be part of the group.

Jason

Hey Jason, I've been here for about a month. I have met some Americans but the ones that I met are here for religious reasons and are extremely religious. Other than that I haven't met too many others. If you find out about any groups I'd like to know as well, Im already homesick

[mrbig]

In dubai for relgious resaons? Thats like going to mcdonalds to have a salad.. lol

[subir]

Originally Posted by Dubiased

so many places have bud... even on tap. i don't spend alot of time in the marina even though I live there, but we'll find a place for sure. that is pretty much all i drink... amstel light or carlsberg if they don't have bud.

Since im new to Dubai i haven't really been out exploring that much except the malls. Any good bars in the marina area.. Where are the good looking women at by the way?? Does sportcenter come on any channel???

[MrRashid]

Originally Posted by mrbig

In dubai for relgious resaons? Thats like going to mcdonalds to have a salad.. lol

Well the Americans I am speaking of wanted to be in a Muslim country, and they are spread out all over the Emirates. A.D., Dubai, RAK etc... I guess they may be working their way to Saudi Arabia, and this is a good starting point.

[Dubiased]

Originally Posted by subir

Since im new to Dubai i haven't really been out exploring that much except the malls. Any good bars in the marina area.. Where are the good looking women at by the way?? Does sportcenter come on any channel???

Love it or hate it, Barasti Bar is good for conversation and beer. Even if the conversation is about the cricket match on TV. It is especially nice when you can sit outside comfortably.

Being new to Dubai you just need to know one thing about the nightlife... if a girl comes on to you very strong... it's too good to be true and she is a prostitute.

[Xpat]

man can a canuck butt in? I met many americans here.....hell al futtaim head is american

[jettony]

Hi guys ChiTown here
I'm new in Dubai and keep running into brits all the time. We should definitely meet for a game. I'm staying at the Regent Hotel and there's a sports bar but not sure if they show Am. football. I just got off the phone with them and they said they do but I don't think they could tell the difference between rugby and football. I will have to go down there and verify.
Is any of you guys up for a game of touch ball and where can we play?