Santo Domingo

[DrMcNaughty]

Hi,

I am not into big ass badonka donk booties! I want need spinners 4'10" -5'3-5" 80-105-110 at month thin petite! Am I going to find this in DR? Any connections appreciated!

Thank you.

DMN.

[Knowledge]

I thought I mentioned that uber is not always ideal. I have no problem with anyone using taxis, it doesn't matter to me. I choose to avoid them because, among other reasons, uber's customer service includes lost and found, fare review (they issue refunds when drivers don't follow efficient routes or otherwise exceed normal fare ranges for given trips), driver background checks, vehicle safety features, GPS tracking for security and arrival time estimates, and so on. As I said, there are situations when taxis are more convenient. I will stay home or walk before I get in a carro publico. I'm not even going to discuss them but go ahead and try to convince us if you have time to kill.

Let me help you with your struggle. Your sweeping negative description of all taxis to be found in Santo Domingo (or Santo Domingo Este) is not true. Smart phone usage in the entire Dominican Republic is 48%. That leaves over half the population not being able to hail a Uber. I know Dominicans that use both. I've been with them when we have decided to that it would be more advantageous to use "transporte publico" (public transportation) from both a time and cost basis. And other times when use of a regular taxi is of greater advantage that using Uber.

If you don't know; now you know!

[SubCmdr]

I struggle greatly to understand why anyone would continue to put up with the higher cost, poor service, general nonsense, unsafe and filthy vehicles, and reckless drivers that come with using taxis in Santo Domingo. There are situations when uber isn't ideal (surge pricing periods or scarcity of available cars) but in most every case it's a no brainier.

Let me help you with your struggle. Your sweeping negative description of all taxis to be found in Santo Domingo (or Santo Domingo Este) is not true. Smart phone usage in the entire Dominican Republic is 48%. That leaves over half the population not being able to hail a Uber. I know Dominicans that use both. I've been with them when we have decided to that it would be more advantageous to use "transporte publico" (public transportation) from both a time and cost basis. And other times when use of a regular taxi is of greater advantage that using Uber.

If you don't know; now you know!

[Knowledge]

I struggle greatly to understand why anyone would continue to put up with the higher cost, poor service, general nonsense, unsafe and filthy vehicles, and reckless drivers that come with using taxis in Santo Domingo. There are situations when uber isn't ideal (surge pricing periods or scarcity of available cars) but in most every case it's a no brainier.

Thursday caught uber from Mixer nightclub on Espana to Boca chica for 460 pesos and this morning reversed it back to my place on calle 8 for 512 pesos. BQ was always preaching uber but as usual I didn't pay him any attention but he was correct. Newer cars and very professional. Uber is my new best friend.

[Mr Gogo]

Thursday caught uber from Mixer nightclub on Espana to Boca chica for 460 pesos and this morning reversed it back to my place on calle 8 for 512 pesos. BQ was always preaching uber but as usual I didn't pay him any attention but he was correct. Newer cars and very professional. Uber is my new best friend.

[GrownMan1]

The SD parade is considered the "National Carnival" because it's the capitol city but the LA Vega one still reigns supreme.

The SD parade is limited to the malecon only. It is shut down for vehicular traffic. The procession goes from the beginning near the Fort then to the west, probably ends at Abraham Lincoln. Obviously that affects traffic on the malecon but outside of that, nothing.

It will take place in 2018 on March 4th. Of course that'll only be days after the Independence Day parade. I've never been to the Carnival in La Vega or Santiago, but the SD one is good fun. The backdrop of the Carribbean Sea adds charm.

My first time on overnight stay in the DR with first time on overnight stay in the DR was during Carnival. We just happen to be in Santo Domingo during that time. It was very big and concentrated in the colonial zone.

I also went to the Carnival in Las Vega. It was very nice however getting a hotel was useless unless you had reserved in advance. My crew actually had to settle in a hotel in Santiago. It was a challenge mongering because our rooms were so far away from the action. There were very beautiful chicas in both areas. If I had to choose one it would be SD for the convenience.

[SavePros321]

Ask any dominican, and he will tell you that the most famous carnaval is at La Vega, few miles from Santiago. Google "carnaval vegano" and see the pictures. I've been there this year and I can tell you it worth it, more than the one at SD. Fortunately, you could attend to both, as the carnival days are usually not the same in both cities. As far as I remember at La Vega, there were 2 sundays of carnaval. All cities / villages from DR gather on the main street this day at La Vega, which is not the case at SD. Hundreds of people walking disguised, very colourful, and several open air concerts. Very well organized.

It starts around mid day, till night. There are buses or taxis to easily come back to Santiago to sleep, as there is nothing more to do than the Carnival at la Vega.

Don't forget to buy "una bahina" to spank the chicas (picture attached)! You can find that at the entrance. Buy ear plugs, prepare your camera and have fun!

Appreciate the info and the pics bro!

[NamasteParis]

Has anyone been to the Carnival in SD that happens every Feb? Good place / time to get numbers from? Is the traffic a nightmare during this time?

Thanks.

Ask any dominican, and he will tell you that the most famous carnaval is at La Vega, few miles from Santiago. Google "carnaval vegano" and see the pictures. I've been there this year and I can tell you it worth it, more than the one at SD. Fortunately, you could attend to both, as the carnival days are usually not the same in both cities. As far as I remember at La Vega, there were 2 sundays of carnaval. All cities / villages from DR gather on the main street this day at La Vega, which is not the case at SD. Hundreds of people walking disguised, very colourful, and several open air concerts. Very well organized.

It starts around mid day, till night. There are buses or taxis to easily come back to Santiago to sleep, as there is nothing more to do than the Carnival at la Vega.

Don't forget to buy "una bahina" to spank the chicas (picture attached)! You can find that at the entrance. Buy ear plugs, prepare your camera and have fun!

[SavePros321]

From what I remember Carnival is not a big thing in Santo Domingo. It was larger in Santiago and Moca the times I went there. And even in those places it did not affect traffic.

The SD parade is considered the "National Carnival" because it's the capitol city but the LA Vega one still reigns supreme.

The SD parade is limited to the malecon only. It is shut down for vehicular traffic. The procession goes from the beginning near the Fort then to the west, probably ends at Abraham Lincoln. Obviously that affects traffic on the malecon but outside of that, nothing.

It will take place in 2018 on March 4th. Of course that'll only be days after the Independence Day parade. I've never been to the Carnival in La Vega or Santiago, but the SD one is good fun. The backdrop of the Carribbean Sea adds charm.

Appreciate the responses.

[Parkinsons]

Has anyone been to the Carnival in SD that happens every Feb? Good place / time to get numbers from? Is the traffic a nightmare during this time?

Thanks.

The SD parade is considered the "National Carnival" because it's the capitol city but the LA Vega one still reigns supreme.

The SD parade is limited to the malecon only. It is shut down for vehicular traffic. The procession goes from the beginning near the Fort then to the west, probably ends at Abraham Lincoln. Obviously that affects traffic on the malecon but outside of that, nothing.

It will take place in 2018 on March 4th. Of course that'll only be days after the Independence Day parade. I've never been to the Carnival in La Vega or Santiago, but the SD one is good fun. The backdrop of the Carribbean Sea adds charm.

[Mr Enternational]

Has anyone been to the Carnival in SD that happens every Feb? Good place / time to get numbers from? Is the traffic a nightmare during this time?

From what I remember Carnival is not a big thing in Santo Domingo. It was larger in Santiago and Moca the times I went there. And even in those places it did not affect traffic.

[SavePros321]

Has anyone been to the Carnival in SD that happens every Feb? Good place / time to get numbers from? Is the traffic a nightmare during this time?

Thanks.

[OldKool]

Let me know what he charges from the airport. Sounds like a winner. PM me.

I have a driver there now. He's an Uber driver but I was so impressed I took his number and have now used him a few times. Unbelievably efficient and prompt, even by western standards, will pick you up any time day or night and has an immaculate car. If anyone wants details PM me. This guy deserves as much business as I can put his way.

[PuntingGeorge]

One of the tough things about SD is travel in the city. The cabs are a crap shoot. Cab drivers are some of the biggest scam artist in every city. With uber in full effect SD just opened much wider for me.

I have a driver there now. He's an Uber driver but I was so impressed I took his number and have now used him a few times. Unbelievably efficient and prompt, even by western standards, will pick you up any time day or night and has an immaculate car. If anyone wants details PM me. This guy deserves as much business as I can put his way.

[OldKool]

One of the tough things about SD is travel in the city. The cabs are a crap shoot. Cab drivers are some of the biggest scam artist in every city. With uber in full effect SD just opened much wider for me.