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Finally leaving the garbage pit aka Dominican Republic by elbrisalchad
When I began planning my early retirement (I'm 43) I had already lived in New York City, Mexico City, Buenas Aires, San Juan Puerto Rico and throughout The United States Virgin Islands. I had vacationed in Bangkok and Cambodia. Nothing and I ...
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Finally leaving the garbage pit aka Dominican Republic by elbrisalchad
When I began planning my early retirement (I'm 43) I had already lived in New York City, Mexico City, Buenas Aires, San Juan Puerto Rico and throughout The United States Virgin Islands. I had vacationed in Bangkok and Cambodia. Nothing and I ...
Wow......I wonder if you could solicit PETA to go down there and look into the horrible abuses of those poor animals. Do you think PETA could make a difference? Read More
A job like no other by backhomeagain
August 3rd 2018. I'd like to thank Planner for directing me to write on a thread of the occurrences in this challenge I have taken on, as well as Tinker who asked me to post my thoughts. The welcome was heartwarming to say the very least. ...
Dear backhomeagain, I am just tuning into your post for the first time and have not gone back to read your introduction, but from what I have read my guess is dementia/alzheimers. Am I correct? If so, I was my mother's caregiver for ten years ... Read More
I am done!!!!! by planner
I am done saying the same thing over and over. Clearly some people think that they can do a better job. HAVE AT IT!!!!! I am done spending my valuable time! You all have a good time.
planner is it possible that the owners of the site can find maybe two more moderators that you and Bob can rotate with? I can see where dealing with the same thing over and over again could become very tiring and very frustrating, but you and Bob ... Read More
Getting Harrassed by the Locals in Sosua... by KDB-Guy
OK, My wife and I are coming to the D.R. and have heard a lot about getting bothered by the locals for guiding, buying stuff, hookers etc. etc. Can someone comment on how bad this is in Sosua? --- We have been to Montego Bay in Jamaica, where ...
Have not been to Sosua, but experienced this in the city of Samana. Wouldn't go back for that reason. Read More
Crazy Stupid Airfare by ChristieE
I have been checking airfare in order to plan some future trips. Holy cannoli has airfare gone bonkers. I know we live in the middle of the US but does anyone have any ideas on why it has taken such a jump? We may have to start doing bracketed ...
Yes, very good to know. Now that I'm aware of this airline, I'll definitely check them out for all future travel abroad. Thanks for sharing this info. Read More
PAWA Dominica Airline reviews?? by brodies2013
My husband and I are flying to SDQ on PAWA Dominica airlines (as are our grown children) Great prices MIA to SDQ (and now I'm glad we chose that route...I think there are better odds that the toll road will be passable...and it takes the same ...
Yikes!!!!!!! Even if they get there mess straightened out, don't think I'd consider them a viable option. Thanks for the info. Read More
PAWA Dominica Airline reviews?? by brodies2013
My husband and I are flying to SDQ on PAWA Dominica airlines (as are our grown children) Great prices MIA to SDQ (and now I'm glad we chose that route...I think there are better odds that the toll road will be passable...and it takes the same ...
Would you please share your experience with this airline so others can decide if it's a viable travel option? Thanks. Read More
Raising kids in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in Dominican Republic different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in Dominican Republic? Do you feel that the country is ...
Is homeschooling legal in the DR? Can 暗网禁区s hire private 暗网禁区 "tutors" to educate their children? As a US parent, we ran the whole gambit of educational choices here in the States. First, private Montessori, then homeschooling, then ... Read More
Raising kids in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, How is raising kids in Dominican Republic different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in Dominican Republic? Do you feel that the country is ...
In response to Planner's post about spelling...... Very true of the US as well. It's pathetic to work along someone with a master's degree who can't even speak or write proper English and it's their native language. Who the he ... Read More
Stepping Back by planner
Its becoming more and more evident it is time for me to take a step back. I am getting frustrated by some posts, frustrated by some comments and criticisms. As a VOLUNTEER for many years on this forum I have enjoyed helping, answering questions ...
Ah, Planner that makes me sad. I can certainly understand your position but have become comfortable with knowing you're out there. Read More
Safety in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Dominican Republic? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you ...
In response to Planner's previous post about safety: I live in a top rated place in the US, I do not yet have a carry and conceal permit, but I do keep my doors and windows locked at all time, including when I am in my car. I have a home ... Read More
Safety in Dominican Republic by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Dominican Republic? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you ...
Thanks for posting, but unfortunately for me, none of those countries appeal to me. Read More
Sosua to Cabarete by Taxi by MnMExplorers
So my wife and I are looking to move to the DR next year and we are seeing a lot of Rentals in the Area between Sosua and Cabarete. Since we do not plan to have a Vehicle I was wondering about Taxi's to go Grocery shopping, and just out and ...
Me personally, I wouldn't drive at all. At least not until I was in the country for some period of time, was familiar with my community and with the way things work in general, AND could speak the language. Read More
jobs and local stores in Samana by Beecks54
Hello everyone my name is Biko and I plan to move to d.r in jan. I am planning on moving. To samana my lady is looking forward to seeing me again and basically spending some time together. However i do not want to relay on her.she likes to help but ...
One of the questions I have for you is, you state that you plan on moving to Samana but does that mean the peninsula or does that mean the city of Samana? If you're referring to the peninsula where on the peninsula and have you been there ... Read More