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@mountainmama52

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Canadian expat in Dominican Republic

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Canadian

Lives in Las Terrenas, Samaná

Speaks English, learning Spanish

Registration: 12 May 2017

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7 years ago
KDB-Guy

Current ATM information wanted for Sosua. by KDB-Guy

I searched the forum and while I found some ATM info, most of it was over 3 years old and I am looking for some current information please. I have a few questions... 1.) What are the Best ATMs to use assuming you don't have a Card that offers ...

mountainmama52

Most ATM's charge about 175 to 200 pesos per withdrawal. In Las Terrenas I found the most expensive one so far is Scotia Bank, but they are all different. Your withdrawal limit is as per your bank or credit card. Hope this helps. Read More

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7 years ago
Jjp6632

Mailing Documents by Jjp6632

Hello, I need to send two documents from the US (Boston) here. I need them before the 10th of December. Does anyone know an economical way to get them here? I live in Higuey/Bavaro.

mountainmama52

However it would be much faster for you to us FedEx or another such express office. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Jjp6632

Mailing Documents by Jjp6632

Hello, I need to send two documents from the US (Boston) here. I need them before the 10th of December. Does anyone know an economical way to get them here? I live in Higuey/Bavaro.

mountainmama52

In Las Terrenas we have to have mail box set up with the local CPS with an address in Miami. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
planner

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 ...

mountainmama52

Wishing you all the best Planner, hope you will return soon. Thank you for all your advise and help. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dod01

Regarding exit ticket from DR by Dod01

Hello dear friends. We are a couple from Greece and we are planning to come to DR. Actually our flight is after 3 days. The thing is that we have only one way ticket and they told us now that if we don´t show a return flight to the immigration ...

mountainmama52

No residency. Am returning to Canada Feb 2018. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dod01

Regarding exit ticket from DR by Dod01

Hello dear friends. We are a couple from Greece and we are planning to come to DR. Actually our flight is after 3 days. The thing is that we have only one way ticket and they told us now that if we don´t show a return flight to the immigration ...

mountainmama52

When I flew here from Canada the end of July, I came on a one way ticket, no questions asked. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here – June to December 2017 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 ...

mountainmama52

Hello Gulsina. I am in Las Terrenas, have been here over 2 months now. Welcome. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mikbri

Apartments long term by Mikbri

Does anyone know of any websites or information on how to look at and I guide about apartments in punta cana ,,Bavaro for long term rentals..

mountainmama52

For myself I found the many of the local real estate offices advertise long term rentals as well. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
brodies2013

Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013

Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...

mountainmama52

Was worse than Irma. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bones123

Hurricane Maria by Bones123

How is everyone? Can't find any definitive information on how the hurricane is impacting our future home???

mountainmama52

I don't know for sure if we had hurricane force winds here in Las Terrenas, but it looked and felt like we did. Lot of damage, the storm surge cost us a lot of beach and trees along with it, plus some large portions of road washed away. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
brodies2013

Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013

Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...

mountainmama52

It's easing up a bit in Las Terrenas. Actually seemed a worst storm than Irma was here. Read More

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7 years ago
planner

Interesting what Environment Ministry is doing by planner

Based on this article in Dominican Today: https://dominicantoday.com/dr/tourism/2017/09/20/environment-to-yank-all-hurdles-to-free-beach-access/ Santo Domingo.- The Environment Ministry on Wed. ordered the removal of all infrastructure that hinder ...

mountainmama52

Would that explain why they came along last week and destroyed all the beach bars and restaurants, that Irma hadn't already completely destroyed, between the road and the beach on 27 du Febrero here in Las Terrenas? Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
brodies2013

Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013

Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...

mountainmama52

All of us too! Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
brodies2013

Here we go again? Hurricane Maria... by brodies2013

Is the possibility of a track from the south better or worse for north coast....I would think mountain ranges would soften the blow a bit... anyone concerned? I imagine Punta Cana might suffer more with that trajectory...

mountainmama52

I noticed too the current tract seems to be moving well north of the island. Definitely will be a storm but not maybe even a severe as the last. Read More

mountainmama52 replied to a thread
7 years ago
planner

Updates on Irma by planner

Lets use this thread to communicate with everyone wondering what is going on here and how we are doing. I am currently in Santo Domingo. Almost the entire country is on code red meaning everyone should be preparing for this monster storm. ...

mountainmama52

It is still windy and rainy here at 5:30 pm Thursday. That's 17 hours from the start. Read More