Capt. Sam Wilson
@captsam54
American expat in Puerto Rico
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American
Lives in Fajardo
Registration: 05 December 2011
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getting married to a Dominican girl by frost bite
hello, i fell in love with a local girl and we are planning to get married soon, would i be able to work in the Dominican Republic or would i have any rights at all? thanks
I think Nicks real name is Jim...... No one stays and Grand Paradise for long... But Jims returns all the time and is from Canada... Read More
helpful info for what to expect in grocery stores please? by syringles
Hello all, I have nothing but good and exciting news pertaining to my pending May 1st arrival in Punta Cana. My condo owner has updated me with the name and phone number of the person meeting me at the airport and all my questions regarding water ...
No on the Bleach.... It is poison developed to kill people during WW1... Vinegar.. Yes.... Peroxide, Yes... Those Aluminum coffee pots.... What can I say.. Everyone uses them... Except. Me.. I use glass or stainless.... NO aluminum pots or pans... ... Read More
Las Terrenas the best place to retire by dylan_10
Las Terrenas is a small village located in the Samana peninsula, one of the most beautiful and lush throughout the Dominican Republic: here are stunning beaches and bang in a sea of many colors, mostly flat because it is the only one in the 'island ...
And.... The drive like crazy in the small streets there... Many 4 wheelers and moto's, all going 90 miles an hour..... Lots of French people.... They do have some really nice apartments etc. that are not too expensive. Read More
Where to get a decent road map of the Dominican Republic..? by captsam54
Heck even the ones you get from the Car rental agencies are not correct.. I realize we have a bunch of new highways in the past year.. I have asked a lot of people. but no one really has an answer.. Most are printed by resorts etc. showing only ...
Actually have found one but have not procured it yet.... Comes from the USA and National Geographic..... http://www.ebay.com/itm/321198317048?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:VRI&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2661 Read More
Where to get a decent road map of the Dominican Republic..? by captsam54
Heck even the ones you get from the Car rental agencies are not correct.. I realize we have a bunch of new highways in the past year.. I have asked a lot of people. but no one really has an answer.. Most are printed by resorts etc. showing only ...
I know where to get one!!!!LOL Just let me know.In Bayahibe now.... When U coming this way??? Read More
Where to get a decent road map of the Dominican Republic..? by captsam54
Heck even the ones you get from the Car rental agencies are not correct.. I realize we have a bunch of new highways in the past year.. I have asked a lot of people. but no one really has an answer.. Most are printed by resorts etc. showing only ...
Thanks for the link. Funny story - one of my clients asked the driver to get him a "map" while he went into a meeting. When we came out the driver had gone to Office Depot and got him a 4 foot by 4 foot laminated "map". We howled with laughter ... Read More
Las Terrenas the best place to retire by dylan_10
Las Terrenas is a small village located in the Samana peninsula, one of the most beautiful and lush throughout the Dominican Republic: here are stunning beaches and bang in a sea of many colors, mostly flat because it is the only one in the 'island ...
Friend of mine found some 1 bedroom Bungalows right at the start of Las Terrenas for $350.00 I don't remember the website but they were very nice.... Read More
Where to get a decent road map of the Dominican Republic..? by captsam54
Heck even the ones you get from the Car rental agencies are not correct.. I realize we have a bunch of new highways in the past year.. I have asked a lot of people. but no one really has an answer.. Most are printed by resorts etc. showing only ...
We had some tourists in the other day.. And they Had a Map of the DR. from National Geographic, Adventure Map... Looks quite detailed... Here is a link to ... Read More
Cabarete - scooter and other advice by cemdev
We're finally on the ground in Cabarete and enjoying it. Slowly getting acclimatized to the radical change in temperature from cold and rainy Vancouver! Have a few questions, would love to hear from those who've been here a while. 1. Do you know ...
Just ask some of the expat locals... U will find them gathering at "Uno Mas Chill out Bar" in the middle of the strip there in Cabarete... Many of them ride moto's and will be glad to point you in the right direction... Read More
Finally here in Punta Cana by choll40
Well finally made it here. Paperwork took longer than expected. Found a condo at Punta Blanca. Also found Dannys and Steves bars. Went food shopping also not as bad as I thought it would be. Looking forward to living here and learning the ...
Welcome Chuck..... I imagine I am that poser that lives in Punta Cana too... Ha Ha... Besides Steves...(Brian and John are friends of mine) There is Liquid Dos, Right across from Danny's I recommend... And Sole's on the Beach... I currently have a ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Dominican Republic by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Dominican Republic , what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
CaptBlond..... When are you coming back and where did you decide to live??? Read More
Info on the South West Coast by captsam54
I am sure many of you have traveled or toured the South West Coast and may have tips and tricks when traveling around.. Which B&B or Hotel is great and fairly priced. Which beach is a must,The Cave Paintings. Road conditions etc. Found lots of info ...
Thank you William, How do you like living in San Cristobal? My friend has a finca near there I am going to go see before too long.... And always...Thank you Darlene.... Read More
Wifi Device by gypsychristine
Hello! I live in Santiago by the airport. I am looking for an internet device that works around this area. I was going to purchase the WireCom, but it doesn't work around the airport. Can anyone tell me if Claro or Orange is a better wifi ...
LOL.. Bob, I had the reverse.. Claro was supposed to come to the apt. and install 3 months ago.. Always some problems here and still have not seen them.. Gave up..... Had Silver Cable for a month.. Took them 3 days to come out.. Good service and ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Dominican Republic by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Dominican Republic , what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
LOL.. for me.. not in Obuma land... And back in the islands.... Here is a good one.... Read More
Info on the South West Coast
I am sure many of you have traveled or toured the South West Coast and may have tips and tricks when traveling around.. Which B&B or Hotel is great and fairly priced. Which beach is a must,The Cave Paintings. Road conditions etc. Found lots of info ... Read More