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@newExpats6676

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American expat in Dominican Republic

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American

Lives in Sosua/Cabarete

Speaks English, Spanglish

Registration: 27 January 2015

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newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
ns143

Love it, Hate it, Miss it....Expats in DR by ns143

Hi Everyone, My wife and I are considering the move to DR for an early retirement, leaving NYC behind. I'd like to ask the expats living in DR, if in one sentence only, they could answer the following. I'm curious if there is a common thread ...

newExpats6676

Yes, hi Bob!! Thanks. :) We are adjusting very well. I think it helps tremendously that I speak almost fluent spanish, with no american accent. Several people have assumed I am Dominican. I have not (yet) felt taken advantage of. Helps to be street ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
ns143

Love it, Hate it, Miss it....Expats in DR by ns143

Hi Everyone, My wife and I are considering the move to DR for an early retirement, leaving NYC behind. I'd like to ask the expats living in DR, if in one sentence only, they could answer the following. I'm curious if there is a common thread ...

newExpats6676

Oh yes! I forgot how great it is to afford daily house keeping. Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
ns143

Love it, Hate it, Miss it....Expats in DR by ns143

Hi Everyone, My wife and I are considering the move to DR for an early retirement, leaving NYC behind. I'd like to ask the expats living in DR, if in one sentence only, they could answer the following. I'm curious if there is a common thread ...

newExpats6676

I can give you a rookie perspective since we have only lived here for 3 1/2 months, from USA. Love: Sense of family, more laid back style of parenting and less pressure (more in line with my style...love that my 5 year old spends countless hours ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
classygringo

Dating a Dominican Girl by classygringo

I have been to the Dominican Republic a few times in the past. About a year and 5 months ago, I met a girl online and spoke with her for about a year before meeting her for the 1st time in Santo Domingo. I wanted a serious relationship and to find ...

newExpats6676

LOL. This is a riot!! Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
classygringo

Dating a Dominican Girl by classygringo

I have been to the Dominican Republic a few times in the past. About a year and 5 months ago, I met a girl online and spoke with her for about a year before meeting her for the 1st time in Santo Domingo. I wanted a serious relationship and to find ...

newExpats6676

Dude, you are clueless. Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
drtuttle

It's official, you can now make free calls from whatsapp.. by drtuttle

I just tried calling here and overseas and it works, it's amazing taking into consideration the 200 ridiculous minutes they offer here per month on each plan.. LOL

newExpats6676

I have an iphone. I hope they update it soon. Thanks for sharing!!! So exciting. Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...

newExpats6676

Very excited!! Also just sold my business (small gym that I founded, owned and operated for 7 years) so a lot of big changes!! :) Thank you Bob. I will check out the insurance info you sent me when we arrive. Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...

newExpats6676

I know Garden Kids. We drove by it while it was closed! I didn't realized it was considered "international school". I thought only Sosua International was. I will definitely send you message to get more information. Thank you!!!! And ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Dominican Republic – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of the Dominican Republic you are living in. How much does it cost to live in ...

newExpats6676

Very Helpful everyone thank yoU! Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
newExpats6676

Singular prescription by newExpats6676

Does anyone know if I can get singular (an asthma medicine) on the north coast? Only the generic brand is covered by my US insurance, and so I have to pay $200 out of pocket because I need the brand. We don't have medical insurance yet in the DR ...

newExpats6676

My daughter and I are effected by environmental allergies though...And actually, except for right on the ocean, the Sosua/Cab area are high triggers for allergies and asthma due to the mold mostly, and also exhaust pollution (which is the case in ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
newExpats6676

Singular prescription by newExpats6676

Does anyone know if I can get singular (an asthma medicine) on the north coast? Only the generic brand is covered by my US insurance, and so I have to pay $200 out of pocket because I need the brand. We don't have medical insurance yet in the DR ...

newExpats6676

It has nothing to do with asthma. And in many cases there are one or two active or inactive ingredients found in the brand vs the generic, and vice versa. For instance I can take Zyrtec with no problems at all, but the generic store brand Zyrtec ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
newExpats6676

Singular prescription by newExpats6676

Does anyone know if I can get singular (an asthma medicine) on the north coast? Only the generic brand is covered by my US insurance, and so I have to pay $200 out of pocket because I need the brand. We don't have medical insurance yet in the DR ...

newExpats6676

Thank you. It's not actually for asthma, but for post surgery scar tissue - "secret remedy" (haha) suggested by many surgeons. Read More

newExpats6676 created a thread
9 years ago

Singular prescription

Does anyone know if I can get singular (an asthma medicine) on the north coast? Only the generic brand is covered by my US insurance, and so I have to pay $200 out of pocket because I need the brand. We don't have medical insurance yet in the DR ... Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...

newExpats6676

My family is moving to Sosua on Sunday! I also emailed the international school and they also have not replied to me. I will visit the school once we get settled. My daughter is turning 5 in March. Best of luck to you. Jessica Read More

newExpats6676 replied to a thread
9 years ago
newExpats6676

Moving to DR in 10 days!! What to bring, etc. by newExpats6676

Woo hop 10 more days and we'll be out of this frigid weather. I hope the rain has stopped! I look forward to maybe meeting some of you. I think Bob and I will practically be neighbors, right Bob!? So I have a few questions that I thought you ...

newExpats6676

Oh believe me Gypsy, I have all of that, and more! ;) But I still like to be prepared with little comforts like this when I can. My family is not new to traveling abroad or being amongst other cultures. I'm also Puerto Rican, have spent ... Read More