@colmcb
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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About me
American
Lives in Punta Cana, San Juan
Speaks English and Spanish (although not fluently). I'm used to Dominican Spanish and get definitely get by but have a lot to learn as well.
Registration: 16 March 2021
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Impromptu meetup by planner
Several expat members met up at Dominican Fiesta for jazz night!!!Nice to have a face to go with a name!
Oh how fun! I hope you all had a great time! Read More
LOOKING FOR A HUMANO INSURANCE AGENT THAT SPEAKS ENGLISH IN PUNTA CANA by Lvhayes41
I WILL BE THERE SEPTEMBER 8TH THUR THE 23RD STAYING IN VISTA CANA VENTURA GOLF AND SUITES THANK YOU
@Lvhayes41 - I'll send you a pm for info on someone you can speak with over at Humano Read More
New Cost of Cleaner in Punta Cana by Conifer
It used to be (within the last 2-3 yrs), one could hire a cleaning person for 1200 pesos per day...1500 pesos was really good pay. That was for someone to come clean and maybe even cook lunch. 800 ft2 1-bed apt. Punta Cana Village.Now, ...
Very good book. I had read that a number of years ago. Very sad what happened to her and to know they were not convicted. Read More
Looking for people who love cats by Conifer
Raise your hands! Who loves cats and do you have cats here?
I LOVE cats!! :-) Read More
Hurricane season by colmcb
Just wanted to share this Youtube channel I found last month. In my opinion, this guy is really good. No drama, no hype - he just details what's going on with the weather and seems to concentrate a lot on the Caribbean. It's "Mr. Weatherman". He has ...
Yes, definitely take photos and video of everything in your home, inside and outside. In the past we've needed that as proof of damage/leaks. Once I year I go through the whole house. I open every closet and cabinet door/drawers to get photos/video ... Read More
Unfortunately we do have the worst drivers in the world by windeguy
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So sad Read More
Hurricane season by colmcb
Just wanted to share this Youtube channel I found last month. In my opinion, this guy is really good. No drama, no hype - he just details what's going on with the weather and seems to concentrate a lot on the Caribbean. It's "Mr. Weatherman". He has ...
Dave, yes, they can certainly be unnerving. And, you learn something from each one. Based on yours and Denise's posts over the past few years, at least it sounds like you've done a great job building a solid house which is so important. :-) Read More
Hurricane season by colmcb
Just wanted to share this Youtube channel I found last month. In my opinion, this guy is really good. No drama, no hype - he just details what's going on with the weather and seems to concentrate a lot on the Caribbean. It's "Mr. Weatherman". He has ...
Darlene, yes, Mikes Weather Page is fantastic. I've been following him for years. He's definitely more accurate than many of the other forecasters in the South East U.S. And a list is a great idea. I always do my prep in April for hurricane season. ... Read More
Hurricane season
Just wanted to share this Youtube channel I found last month. In my opinion, this guy is really good. No drama, no hype - he just details what's going on with the weather and seems to concentrate a lot on the Caribbean. It's "Mr. Weatherman". He has ... Read More
USA State Residency by sparks1093
Good morning, Expat family! Yesterday I had a thought and started doing some research about it. But how do you handle residency issues in your home state? This is what I mean- in Vermont you need to live here 183 days out of each year in order to be ...
@sparks1093 - No, the age of the car is determined by the manufacturing date on that car, not the date it arrives in the DR. And, remember that you must own it outright, with the title, for a minimum of one year prior to shipping it. If you're going ... Read More
Property websites by Duanaibh
Hello,I have a question about property websites in the Dominican Republic and I thought this forum might be a good place to ask it on: I am thinking of buying an apartment in the Dominican Republic and there are a few websites I've come across that ...
I definitely recommend NOT relying on point2homes. When we bought our lot it stayed on that site with another agent (not the one we used) for a year showing it was still for sale. We had also seen another lot on the site, prior to buying ours, and ... Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
@rfmaurone - totally agree :-) Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
There is a Youtube channel you may be interested in. I just came across it a couple of weeks ago. The gentleman has never left the U.S., yet taught himself fluent Spanish and, I'm not sure why because I haven't really seen too many of his videos, he ... Read More
"Anything Goes" thread by planner
I have created a new thread where you are free to discuss any topics you want! Rules that apply: no name calling, no insulting. Feel free to exchange ideas on politics etc! I will ask to have this pinned so we don't lose it.This is where you can ...
Personally, I love locrio and you can make it with so many different meats - chuletas, langoniza, pollo, etc. Not a fan of sancocho at all, but that's a local favorite for many. :-) Read More
Buying a golf cart by travellingfairies
Hola! Can anyone recommend where to buy a golf cart in the Punta cana area? New or used. Thanks
I'd ask around on some of the Punta Cana FB groups. You're bound to get a number of people responding. Or, if you know anyone who lives at one of the various golf communities, ask them to keep their ears open for someone selling theirs. Also, not ... Read More