gypsy401
Serial expatAmerican looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Environmental protection in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Dominican Republic? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
The fastest way to house break a puppy is to tie it near his food. Even a dog knows better than to sh" t where it eats. Perhaps a similar cure woul be applicable for our government & much of our local business's to adhere to. When ... Read More
Whatsapp with you people? by carlvelas
i hate the concept of being a tourist. when i moved here several years ago i avoided people from english speaking countries and immersed myself with the locals. i think there is a process that people go through when they leave their own country and ...
off topic, sorry for that. Those who e-mail or PM me please do so. Check with Planner for update. Thanks you'all. The Tuba- Tinker- Gypsy needs contact for more jabs & japes. Thanks Read More
Tattoo's on women in DR? by cirock
What is the meaning of a woman with 4 star tattoo on her upper body? Since I read here that women with tattoo's work the streets.
I have not been here i a while for couple of reasons. However in responce to the tatoo bit; it ain't all bad. Some are indicatve of availability to play, some just cause their friends have one. Most of the street girls have them just above ... Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
Bob, thanks for clearing up my confusion. It is so nice to have a clear head once again. Read More
Milk! by Jamiemelissa
Hi- can anyone recommend a brand of milk that tastes more like the milk in the US? We usually get reg 1 or 2% milk. In DR kids and I have tried Parmalat, La Rica a few different varieties and they all taste like cream to me. Kids won't drink or ...
La Rica is ok. The kids will get used to it, don't worry. The cows here don't get chemicals so it tastes more like milk did 50 or 60 years ago in the US. Be brave my lass,be brave in this new land of yours. Don't look for the old, look ... Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
OH MIghty 57, you know my thoughts & feelings of love are with you both,,,,,,,,, Read More
Opening a grocery Store in DR by Jack1125
Hello, My husband is from DR but has been in the USA for 25yrs. He is now thinking of opening up a grocery store in DR. His father owners some land and they would like to build on it. He doesn't know the laws in DR or the process of opening up ...
Texas, you are dead on. The market & demografphic search works for any service oriented business. What works in you experience doesn't mean that it will work here. Always be mindful of the economic & cultural differences. Good luck. ... Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
Bob, happy new year to you & family. I'm courious about how you can be "retired" & have clients too. Doesn't having them bespoke of working? Please clear up my confusion. Hope tour x-0mas was pleasurable. Read More
Opening a grocery Store in DR by Jack1125
Hello, My husband is from DR but has been in the USA for 25yrs. He is now thinking of opening up a grocery store in DR. His father owners some land and they would like to build on it. He doesn't know the laws in DR or the process of opening up ...
No. I'm swooning with delight. If you have read much of my stuff, you will know just how polite & staid I was in my statement. You one cool dude. Read More
Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner
As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...
Patience, contacts & of course, fat pockets help to ease the pain. Not having fat pockets, I found that a few beers is much more efficient than Advil! Remember Lao Tsu's advice,,, a single step.....etc Read More
Merry Christmas ! by Julien
Merry Christmas everyone :) Take care, Julien
same to you & yours. All I wanted for X-Mas was to be able to read this site easily, but woe is me, I did not get that gift!!! Read More
I want to hire a Cook in Las Terrenas by tappers
Hi Folks, We have a house rented for a month in Las Terrenas, Feb 8th, to March 8th, inclusive. I've been wanting to give my hard working wife a treat and hire a cook to come in for the month and make our dinners for us in the afternoon, and to ...
Tappers, you dacing foot free showman, I'm not looking for employment. I only mentioned it because of my love of food & surprising people with dishes they never have had before. I'm not like a lot of cooks, not overweight in the ... Read More
I want to hire a Cook in Las Terrenas by tappers
Hi Folks, We have a house rented for a month in Las Terrenas, Feb 8th, to March 8th, inclusive. I've been wanting to give my hard working wife a treat and hire a cook to come in for the month and make our dinners for us in the afternoon, and to ...
what do you condider american food? Prime Rib, meatloaf, fried chicken, burgers, baked beans? What area of the US? New England chowder, tex-mex burritos, crawfsh & dirty rice,roast chicken & mashed potatos cod fish cakes, So mny types ... Read More
I want to hire a Cook in Las Terrenas by tappers
Hi Folks, We have a house rented for a month in Las Terrenas, Feb 8th, to March 8th, inclusive. I've been wanting to give my hard working wife a treat and hire a cook to come in for the month and make our dinners for us in the afternoon, and to ...
What type of food? Local foods no problem, but if you desire Brazilian tapas & BBQ, you might be out of luck. Read More
Question on currency by tappers
Hi Guys, We will be arriving in Las Terrenas on February 8th. We are Canadian and was wondering what is the best way to purchase items in Las Terrenas and the surrounding areas? Would it be best to convert our Canadian cash to $US before leaving ...
For many months the peso hasremained very stable. It is for all practical puposes 45 pesos to the US d. Do the math to convert Canadian to US & you will know the going rate. There are many sites that keep track current up to date exchange rtes ... Read More