polo1club
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Speaks Spanish English, can hold a conversation in Portuguese and Italian, also a bit of Vietnamese.
Registration: 10 June 2022
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New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 us more ...
Welcome all new comers! Read More
Ebike /bicycle safety by renzom667
How safe are bicycles riders in Dominicana? I want to bring my ebike to Dominicana, it's better to purchase one there? Can you provide me with a Name of a store where I can inquire about a purchase? Please! Gracias
There a lot of mountain bike trails in North SD, it feels like you are miles out side the city but yet only 10 mins away, by Aeropuerto La Isabela. Great trails! FYI Read More
SSA and Benefits Letter for DR Residency ID by CHRISTOPHER DAVID56
Hi,This message is intended for USA XPATS, Retired and receiving SSA Monthly Social Security while living in the DR.I am and have been in the process of getting my DR TR ID for about 6 months. I am doing this on my own.I have lived in the DR ...
Thank you for bringing this subject up. It gives us ideas on how to best prepare to DR upon our move. Thank you, guys!Also it’s nice to have a family member support here in the states to assist with things like this. For example (bank ... Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc…), what ...
@DRVisitor I have seen pics of that looks great! Can't wait to check it out! Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc…), what ...
I have one and I hope it fits in here. But I would like to see if anyone can share some experience they may have had in finding a hidden gem in maybe a restaurant, lake, or visited a unknown area that was really nice! weekend getaway to some remote ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 us more ...
@jefferymherring Welcome! My advise is to try and obtain a job before you move there. Maybe billing remotely. etc. (dynamitejobs.com good source) This way you are paid in dollars! Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc…), what ...
Got'cha! Thanks Read More
The Expat Lounge (the place to be on the DR Forum) by planner
I would like to introduce to you our new free expression thread: The Expat Lounge for the Dominican Republic forum.Here you can talk about everything and anything you want.Talk about your passion (sport, movies, arts, dancing, etc…), what ...
I will start! Great idea planner! Does anyone have any information on hiring a sentry (Security Guard) in DR and prices? Any company referral? Read More
Easter - Semana Santa by planner
Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend! For those new to this holiday buckle up!!!!This holiday is taken very seriously by locals! Meaning serious amounts of fun, partying, beaches, drinking and carrying on! There will be a serious amount of ...
@DRVisitor Since I was a kid in the 70's as I recall. There was nothing there back then. It is best to just stay home and let them do their thing! It's like the strip here in Las Vegas! I leave it to the tourist! LOL Read More
Easter - Semana Santa by planner
Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend! For those new to this holiday buckle up!!!!This holiday is taken very seriously by locals! Meaning serious amounts of fun, partying, beaches, drinking and carrying on! There will be a serious amount of ...
@calvinfromwilliamsburgh But it's their country! It has been this way since the beginning of time. Let them party! LOL Read More
Easter - Semana Santa by planner
Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend! For those new to this holiday buckle up!!!!This holiday is taken very seriously by locals! Meaning serious amounts of fun, partying, beaches, drinking and carrying on! There will be a serious amount of ...
@rfmaurone Me too!!! Soon my friend soon! God willing! Read More
Beaches in Punta Cana by polo1club
Question: Are there any nice quiet beaches in Punta Cana that is not for all inclusive hotels? I am going to be looking at apartments there and want to know if beach access will be possible if in a private home not directly on beach ? Thanks
@Karin1 Downloaded the app love it!!! Thanks Can't wait to go there! :) Read More
Clearing your belongings through customs in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, During ones big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings ...
@planner WOW thanks! I think i will buy there! LOL Read More
Money Transfer Issue by Gman123
Someone In my chat group reported the a bank he uses to send money transfers to himself was rejected at the bank here because the stamp in his passport was over the 30 days. He used Remitly. Anyone else had this issue yet? Can someone who knows a ...
I use Xoom to transfer from Account in US to my account in DR and do not have any issues unless its a large amount . Read More
Beaches in Punta Cana by polo1club
Question: Are there any nice quiet beaches in Punta Cana that is not for all inclusive hotels? I am going to be looking at apartments there and want to know if beach access will be possible if in a private home not directly on beach ? Thanks
@calvinfromwilliamsburgh Sounds great thanks. Yes I am looking to live there but I know sometimes there are no nice beaches for locals. Just want a place to layout and not be bothered too much with people selling me a million things! lol Read More