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Janette

@RD_Gringa

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American °µÍø½ûÇø in Dominican Republic

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14

About me

American

Lives in Santo Domingo, Dominican Repub

Speaks English, a little Spanish

Registration: 20 November 2007

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Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
12 years ago
william82462

Can't get iTunes in DR by william82462

Apple USA tells me I can't use my USA credit cards to subscribe to iTunes for use in the Dominican Republic. Sounds crazy, but they say I must open an account in the DR to access iTunes and purchase Apple aps. I presume an alternative is buying ...

Janette

I use unotelly.com to get a usa isp number. You can also change it to Europe if you need it. It costs about $5usd. It works great getting Net Flix from USA instead of Latin America. I never tried it with ITunes but I registered on ITunes from DR and ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
12 years ago
Jaxterstone

My Story and experiences in Dominican Republic by Jaxterstone

After a few test drives on this site i decided to open up and share my story because people gave me info and its only fair to let you know my experiences in the DR because it may help someone. I asked Bob k how can i give back. He said a ...

Janette

When all you visitors and/ or people with cash keep giving the police tips this makes them keep pulling people over and trying to get cash out of them. I know the police make very little money but giving the tip is just enforcing bad behavior. You ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
12 years ago
estella

permanent visa by estella

Hola. I wondered if someone would share with me their recent experience with obtaining a permanent DR visa. My husband and I are working with a good lawyer, but I was also interested in a first hand experience from someone. Did it just take one ...

Janette

I never heard of a permanent visa. I would think your talking about residency? It takes more than one trip unless your lawyer is a miracle worker. You have to deposit papers, give blood, chest exrays. But if you have a good lawyer he should ave told ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
crille30

Internet speed?good for internet business?? by crille30

Hi Looking at maby moving to DR from Asia.what speed can i get in DR on internet?is it relable?or upp and down 10 times a day or?I work online so i need it to be stabil and maby 2-5mb minimum.can any one maby recommend some companies in DR so i can ...

Janette

All depends on what you pay for. You have the cash to have back up electric. Maybe 2 different internet companies in case one doesnt work. Or is you have the cash to live in a place where they have all the generators and electric backups you will be ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
tp3813

claro v Orange by tp3813

About to buy SIM card for mobile, just trying to find out who has better deal re coverage, price Claro or Orange ...Talking to people seems there are different opinions who is better? also I believe one has to show passport when buying SIM?

Janette

You can set your phone to tell you how much the last call was and how much money is left in your account in the set up. At least on my phone I have that. Its really nice. Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
tp3813

claro v Orange by tp3813

About to buy SIM card for mobile, just trying to find out who has better deal re coverage, price Claro or Orange ...Talking to people seems there are different opinions who is better? also I believe one has to show passport when buying SIM?

Janette

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Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
tappers

Travellers Checks by tappers

Hi Folks, do most places in the DR take traveller's checks? How about Grocery stores? Thanks!

Janette

I wrote a story about cashing travelers checks on my Dominican Gringa blog. Travelers Checks- Fat Chance. It is not easy getting travelers checks cashed. Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
crille30

visa for stay long time by crille30

Hi i looking in to move to DR.I want to stay long time.what be my best choice for my first year visa?I will not work ,but have income from internet overseas.working or not is ??? so maby some one can help me out with 2 options,work and non ...

Janette

If you need a good lawyer I know a great one. You can send me a private message and I can help. I live in Santo Domingo. Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
°µÍø½ûÇø.com

Living in Santo Domingo by °µÍø½ûÇø.com

You are an °µÍø½ûÇøriate living in Santo Domingo, or you used to work and live in Santo Domingo. Share your °µÍø½ûÇø experience! How would you describe life in Santo Domingo? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an ...

Janette

I have been in Santo Domingo, Zona Colonial, almost 10 years. I do not make much money but I love it (most of the time). You should speak some Spanish and be able to adjust and accept stuff in your life you never thought you would even consider. ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
no lamento

I want to meet other Ex-pats by no lamento

Hi all! I'll be in the DR, Cabarete, May 21 - 28 to explore the area as a possible retirement location. I'm hoping to hook-up with other °µÍø½ûÇøs to gleen info on living on the North Coast. I am a single female, RN by profession, currently living in a ...

Janette

Cant we have one in Colonial Zone? Planner, when you move here we will have to do a get together. By the way, this is Janette. Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
13 years ago
onyx832

LAWYER/ATTORNEY IN DR by onyx832

does anyone know of a reasonable, and most important reliable lawyer in DR to help with the immigration papers? thank you very much, please email the info to: onyx832@hotmail.com

Janette

Wilson Rood. Great lawyer and speaks perfect English. He is located in Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo. Phone Mobile telephone: 829-962-7017 Office-Phone and Fax.: 809-685-1073 Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
14 years ago
estella

dentists in the dr by estella

Hola. I wondered what experiences or comments about dentists in the Dominican Republic someone might wish to share- such as price, efficiency, and availability of dental care. My husband and I visited Santiago for a week in February and ...

Janette

This is a very good dentist in the Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo area.He speaks English and has all the services in his office that you might need. [Moderated: No free ad + please use private messages] Sorry did not realize that links were not ... Read More

Janette
RD_Gringa replied to a thread
17 years ago
Julien

Why did you move to the Caribbean? by Julien

Is it only for this famous cliché: sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and low cost of life? Did you move for retirement? Is it possible for young people to move to the Caribbean and find an interesting job there?

Janette

I moved to Dominican Republic mainly because I love the beer! lol! this is what I tell the Dominicans when the ask. but really, I came here because I liked the way of life. Things are slow and in general easy. Also it was a challenge. I was bored ... Read More