Sosua Reports

[KainNYC]

Going to Santiago / Sosua in January, looking for some fellow mongers to hang out with exchange stories, advice etc.

Thanks.

[Eszpresszo]

Maybe not what OldKool meant, but chicas when in a group can be less likely to agree a lower price or agree to "extras" being included in front of their friends.

Another point is that chicas in packs are more likely to be regular putas as it takes some time to get accepted. Chicas fresh to Sosua are more likely to be in pairs.

Thanks! That makes perfect sense. Contrary to what most might think, prostitutes do seem to care what their colleagues and peers on the street think of them. I came across this recently in Thailand: the Asian concept of "face" applies to working girls, as well. They don't want their peers to hear them accepting a lowball offer or going off with a poorly groomed customer, unless they are being paid a premium price for accepting his shabbiness.

So when in Sosua, is it a good strategy to try and hit on loners, if you are trying to negotiate?

[Charles Pooter]

Girls in packs: good or bad? Please explain, because in some places a group of girls can be good.

Maybe not what OldKool meant, but chicas when in a group can be less likely to agree a lower price or agree to "extras" being included in front of their friends.

Another point is that chicas in packs are more likely to be regular putas as it takes some time to get accepted. Chicas fresh to Sosua are more likely to be in pairs.

[Eszpresszo]

Watchout for girls in packs except on weekends.

Girls in packs: good or bad? Please explain, because in some places a group of girls can be good.

[Turgid]

I have never been towel less in 8 years, but there's a little game the maids play, told to me by my GFE who's relatives work in the larger hotels, like Casa Marina or Terra Linda.

When they come in to do the room, they take out the old towels, so you often find a clean room with no towels. They bring the towels later, doubling the chances of someone being in the room and offering a propina. For someone making as little as 5 or 6 bucks a day, this can be quite lucrative. Some guest can be very generous.

My simple way of getting around this is to tip the ladies up front and tell them firmly with a smile, that you want mucho towels, claro?. If you treat them well, not only will they make sure you always have clean towels, they will, if asked, even take away and launder and fold your washables, socks, T shirts, shorts, pants, underwear, so you can travel a little lighter. They'll even give you an extra key card for the auto AC so that it stays on when you are out!

Now, don't jump all over this about your "rights" as a guest. If you want to make a federal case out of it, it's OK, its your vacation. This advice is obviously not for you!

But I travel eeeeeasy!

(1) I have never ever been to a hotel room in any country where there were no towels.

(2) If I don't tip anyone else I always tip housekeeping staff in hotels.

[Oakie]

Believe it or not, it is quite common for guests to steal towels from hotels, and in Sosua it would not surprise me if chicas helped themselves to a towel or two. Having said that, I don't think I have EVER had a hotel room in Sosua with no towels, except possibly at Calypso, and ever there they will give them if you ask.

I have never been towel less in 8 years, but there's a little game the maids play, told to me by my GFE who's relatives work in the larger hotels, like Casa Marina or Terra Linda.

When they come in to do the room, they take out the old towels, so you often find a clean room with no towels. They bring the towels later, doubling the chances of someone being in the room and offering a propina. For someone making as little as 5 or 6 bucks a day, this can be quite lucrative. Some guest can be very generous.

My simple way of getting around this is to tip the ladies up front and tell them firmly with a smile, that you want mucho towels, claro?. If you treat them well, not only will they make sure you always have clean towels, they will, if asked, even take away and launder and fold your washables, socks, T shirts, shorts, pants, underwear, so you can travel a little lighter. They'll even give you an extra key card for the auto AC so that it stays on when you are out!

Now, don't jump all over this about your "rights" as a guest. If you want to make a federal case out of it, it's OK, its your vacation. This advice is obviously not for you!

But I travel eeeeeasy!

[Frannie]

The shit I can't figure out (and they can't either because I have asked) is why they never have fucking towels. It seems the two go hand in hand; hotel-towels. But this is not the case in Dominican run hotels.

Believe it or not, it is quite common for guests to steal towels from hotels, and in Sosua it would not surprise me if chicas helped themselves to a towel or two. Having said that, I don't think I have EVER had a hotel room in Sosua with no towels, except possibly at Calypso, and ever there they will give them if you ask.

[Osanhopps]

Has anyone found any new spots that we haven't discovered yet? I am talking about, any new cities that we should be looking at that might be coming up. We are looking for those hidden gems that don't see the rush of tourist. Give the brothers a holla if you know of a town or city that is worth mentioning. The two I have been hearing about lately are Monti Cristi and San Cristobal, time for fresh women my brothers.

[Mr Enternational]

I assume you have never visited the Dominican Republic?

If you had, you would know that 99% of Dominicans are incapable of running anything efficiently.

Most of the hotels favored by experienced mongers in Sosua are run by ex-pats, usually Europeans.

The shit I can't figure out (and they can't either because I have asked) is why they never have fucking towels. It seems the two go hand in hand; hotel-towels. But this is not the case in Dominican run hotels. On more than one occasion I have had to go to the store and buy my own damn towels. Other times I have had to just use that small floor towel instead of a bath towel. And yet other times me and whatever chick have had to use the same towel.

I can't help but thinking of DR and Philippines being neck and neck though. Back in March me and my girl were at a resort in Moalboal, Philippines. We were in the pool late in the afternoon when the lady came around to take our order for dinner. I told her that I would just have a grilled cheese. She told me that they don't have grilled cheese; they only have grilled ham and cheese. Nothing that I said would convince this girl if they just didn't put the fucking ham on it then it would be a grilled cheese.

[Oakie]

Has there been a survey done analyzing the efficiency level of all businesses run in the Dominican Republic? Is your statement based on the percentage of the success rate of local and foreign businesses in the country? If rather it is your opinion then you have done a gross disservice to your hosts during your enjoyable trips to the DR.

Interesting point.

I defer to Sir Charles on local business practices, because he lives there, but I do have another take.

Two of my long term relationships were with Phds, International Education and International Law. I traveled extensively with both of them. I even helped them with their theses.

Fast forward a few years to my regular DR GFE of 8 years.

Traveled and stayed all over the DR with her, using local transport, local lodging with family and friends, watched my dinner being killed.

I was amazed that this poor, uneducated lady had such organizational and management skills. Nothing is a problem on the road, she can source anything from a huge network of friends, and she's happy (and always wears the right kind of shoes, a skill which always seemed to elude my learned friends)

I have to give them credit, because they can do so much with so little.

Compliments of the season ot all, and may your all chica dreams come true!

[Turgid]

I assume you have never visited the Dominican Republic?

If you had, you would know that 99% of Dominicans are incapable of running anything efficiently.

Most of the hotels favored by experienced mongers in Sosua are run by ex-pats, usually Europeans.

Has there been a survey done analyzing the efficiency level of all businesses run in the Dominican Republic? Is your statement based on the percentage of the success rate of local and foreign businesses in the country? If rather it is your opinion then you have done a gross disservice to your hosts during your enjoyable trips to the DR.

[OldKool]

You will have a great time. You have a good attiitude. Reccomendations, Hotels Sosua Sunrise gives breakfast and dinner plus good accomodations for 65 a night. I stay at hotel Europa for 40 a night because there are places I like to eat. Go to the bank or Western Union to exchange your money. It is much better to have pesos. Be careful with the week day girls who tend to be more hardcore. However with your obvious charm you can make them do your bidding. Few rules never pay more then 2000 pesos for short term. Be careful of girls who speak english to well most have been on the stroll to long. Watchout for girls in packs except on weekends, Also talk to guys on the ground with you they will keep straight. Lastly there is no right or wrong way to have fun. Do what makes you happy. Example if you meet someone you vibe with keep her for as long as you want hell take her to SD with you. Also definitely catch the bus to SD. Pm me and I will give you some details where. What and who for Santo Domingo. Because 4 days in Sosua will burn you out.

Thank you all for your replies, I really appreciate them.

I've already bought the air ticket. I'm coming for 2 weeks in January. Yes, it'll be my first trip to the DR.

As far as my Spanish skills are concerned, I speak the language at an upper-intermediate level. I know it'll take some time to get used to the life in the DR.

I don't hide the fact that my main purposes are to escape the winter frost and to have fun with the chicas. I'd also like to do some sightseeing, but I don't want to be too greedy, so maybe I'll give up the idea of going to Saman and Santo Domingo and focus on the area of Puerto Plata instead.

I possess some euros, but probably I'll also bring US dollars with me.

I'm arriving late in the afternoon and I'll probably book a room in advance only for the first couple of nights. I'll look for info about hotels in Sosa on this forum. By writing 'run by locals' I meant run by individuals and not big international companies. Usually, I prefer supporting local businesses rather than multinationals.

I'll check the DR1 website.

See at least some of you soon in Sosa.

Cocodrilito.

[Charles Pooter]

As far as my Spanish skills are concerned, I speak the language at an upper-intermediate level.

This makes all the difference. You should have no problems at all with your plan.

[Cocodrilito]

Thank you all for your replies, I really appreciate them.

I've already bought the air ticket. I'm coming for 2 weeks in January. Yes, it'll be my first trip to the DR.

As far as my Spanish skills are concerned, I speak the language at an upper-intermediate level. I know it'll take some time to get used to the life in the DR.

I don't hide the fact that my main purposes are to escape the winter frost and to have fun with the chicas. I'd also like to do some sightseeing, but I don't want to be too greedy, so maybe I'll give up the idea of going to Samaná and Santo Domingo and focus on the area of Puerto Plata instead.

I possess some euros, but probably I'll also bring US dollars with me.

I'm arriving late in the afternoon and I'll probably book a room in advance only for the first couple of nights. I'll look for info about hotels in Sosúa on this forum. By writing 'run by locals' I meant run by individuals and not big international companies. Usually, I prefer supporting local businesses rather than multinationals.

I'll check the DR1 website.

See at least some of you soon in Sosúa.

Cocodrilito.

[GrownMan1]

Grownman, you talking about this Jessica.

Yes sir that's her sexy chocolate ass.