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Luis I. Saviñon

@lsavinon

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Dominican citizen

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About me

Dominican, Single

Lives in Santo Domingo

Speaks Spanish, English, some French

Registration: 30 August 2013

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Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
8 years ago
Oba711

in search of certified translation service by Oba711

I'm searching for a certified translation service to assist with my paper work for submission to the Dominican consulate in New York. Does anyone know anyone? thanks guys

Luis I. Saviñon

I recommend rcedano@rcmtranslations.com Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
10 years ago
lsavinon

9 Definitive Reasons why you should NOT move to the Caribbean? by lsavinon

What do you all think of this article that just came out in the Huffington Post (link below)? Hint: please read all the way to the end of the article; it's not as bad as the title suggests. I would say it's fairly realistic, but just a bit ...

Luis I. Saviñon

Why doesn't one of you who is glad to have moved here write a counter-article with that title and publish it on the web. I am not the proper person to write it because I am a native Dominican. But one thing I would say, in regards to the ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
10 years ago
lsavinon

9 Definitive Reasons why you should NOT move to the Caribbean? by lsavinon

What do you all think of this article that just came out in the Huffington Post (link below)? Hint: please read all the way to the end of the article; it's not as bad as the title suggests. I would say it's fairly realistic, but just a bit ...

Luis I. Saviñon

What did you do? Smash it with a concrete block? By the way, have your dogs ever been brave enough to kill one for you? Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
10 years ago
lsavinon

9 Definitive Reasons why you should NOT move to the Caribbean? by lsavinon

What do you all think of this article that just came out in the Huffington Post (link below)? Hint: please read all the way to the end of the article; it's not as bad as the title suggests. I would say it's fairly realistic, but just a bit ...

Luis I. Saviñon

I am interested to know which island or islands you are speaking of. Where I am I see little of this!!!!! DuckettsSounds more like the jungles of Costa Rica to me......I've lived here almost all my life and haven't seen a tarantula in 20 ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
10 years ago
lsavinon

Super Bowl 2015 by lsavinon

Does anybody know of a public place in Santo Domingo where one can watch the Super Bowl in the company of other NFL enthusiasts ?

Luis I. Saviñon

I used to go to Champions Bar at the Renaissance Jaragua hotel on the malecón, but it's closed for remodeling. Hooters is a good suggestion, thank you -- if one can concentrate on the game. If you go I hope to see see you there, ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon created a thread
10 years ago

9 Definitive Reasons why you should NOT move to the Caribbean?

What do you all think of this article that just came out in the Huffington Post (link below)? Hint: please read all the way to the end of the article; it's not as bad as the title suggests. I would say it's fairly realistic, but just a bit ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon created a thread
10 years ago

Super Bowl 2015

Does anybody know of a public place in Santo Domingo where one can watch the Super Bowl in the company of other NFL enthusiasts ? Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
10 years ago
JDM222

Economy of the North Coast? by JDM222

Good morning all. I've read some strings that talk about the slow down in the travel industry in Puerto Plata, is this true? Was 2014 a slow year tourist year for the North Coast? Since the US Economy is rebounding well and Europe too, I ...

Luis I. Saviñon

Hi I just read the thread you started about the economy on the North Coast. Great topic! Contrary to most posters who are either negative or cautiously optimistic, I am extremely bullish on the North Coast's future and have written ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
sapoc

I need a yearly one bedroom apartment in a safe area. by sapoc

I also would like some info on renting a golf card or something similar. My apartment needs to be in my budget, so if you can give me a range of prices.

Luis I. Saviñon

Your post is too general. One bedroom apartments come in all prices, depending on various factors. Please specify your budget and location preferences so the members of this blog can assist you. Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
Glauriel

Hello...looking to learn about DR life for hopeful move there by Glauriel

New at this...starting life over again and wanting to be adventurous. Thinking about moving to DR as soon as feasible. Need to find a quieter and more peaceful existence that is also affordable. Have brother in Banica but hard to communicate with ...

Luis I. Saviñon

HI No, the correct spelling is JARABACOA... It is a beautiful mountain village surrounded by pine trees, rivers and waterfalls, great for adventure sports and ecotourism. In Jarabacoa you'll find lot of cottages and villas inspired in the ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
locmec

banking by locmec

Can anyone tell me how hard is it to establish bank accounts-savings accounts etc for canadian expats in d.r.?

Luis I. Saviñon

On the subject of Banking, here are my recommendations to expats about Dominican credit cards: 1) If you can do without them, avoid them like the plague. 2) If you hear about an 7% to 9% interest rate, don't make the mistake of thinking it is an ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
lsavinon

The Film Industry by lsavinon

Hi, ikorking ! In your post you mentioned that you stayed at Tropical Azul (formerly Sosua Bay Hotel). I'd like to know how you liked that hotel including the physical facilities, the food and services. As to your background in film making, you ...

Luis I. Saviñon

Thanks. Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
lsavinon

The Film Industry by lsavinon

Hi, ikorking ! In your post you mentioned that you stayed at Tropical Azul (formerly Sosua Bay Hotel). I'd like to know how you liked that hotel including the physical facilities, the food and services. As to your background in film making, you ...

Luis I. Saviñon

Thanks, Planner: It's good that you created a new thread for Film Industry. From now on it's going to be my favorite thread! Did you also move the links I posted? Have they been cleared yet? Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon replied to a thread
11 years ago
lsavinon

The Film Industry by lsavinon

Hi, ikorking ! In your post you mentioned that you stayed at Tropical Azul (formerly Sosua Bay Hotel). I'd like to know how you liked that hotel including the physical facilities, the food and services. As to your background in film making, you ...

Luis I. Saviñon

ikorking Here are the links about the movie industry which I promised: ----------------- "Teniente Amado" http://cine.com.do/MovieDetail.aspx?id=3214&guid=57bdcab3-5060-422e-ae51-cc0a9e8c99bd To learn more about this person read ... Read More

Luis I. Saviñon
lsavinon created a thread
11 years ago

The Film Industry

Hi, ikorking ! In your post you mentioned that you stayed at Tropical Azul (formerly Sosua Bay Hotel). I'd like to know how you liked that hotel including the physical facilities, the food and services. As to your background in film making, you ... Read More