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[Jaosousa]

Hey guys,

Whats going on? I need your help on this one.

I always fly to Rio for my vacation now I want to go to the Dominican Republic but there are to many little places to go.

Where would I get the most bang for my buck at over there Santo Domingo, Punta Cana?

Where?

Please help.

Thanks

Punta Cana (eastern tip of the country) is not one of the top mongering destinations in Dom Rep.

If you want it easy and simple, go to Black Beards in Puerto Plata. Sosua is a small town 15 minutes from Puerto Plata Airport (pop, on the north coast), that has many pro chicas.

Santo Domingo is a relatively big city, the nearest beach to Santo Domingo is 35 minutes away. Prices for chicas in Santo Domingo start at around $25 and go up. Santo Domingo is a city and is not a quiet relaxed beach town.

Really depends on how you like to spend your vacation, chasing pussy 24/7, or relaxing near the beach and chasing pussy during part of the day.

Rio de Janeiro has the beaches as part of the city, Santo Domingo city has no beaches.

[Helpmann]

...I always fly to Rio for my vacation now I want to go to the Dominican Republic but there are to many little places to go.

Where would I get the most bang for my buck at over there Santo Domingo, Punta Cana?...

In the western hemisphere, I don't anything compares to Rio. Nevertheless, Sosua is a "poor man's" Copacabana and Santo Domingo is a "poor man's" Centro. If you're looking for some kind of Rio comparable, I wouldn't waste your time in Punta Cana, Boca Chica, or Santiago.

-Helpmann

[Xman K3]

Hey guys,

Whats going on? I need your help on this one.

I always fly to Rio for my vacation now I want to go to the Dominican Republic but there are to many little places to go.

Where would I get the most bang for my buck at over there Santo Domingo, Punta Cana?

Where?

Please help.

Thanks

[Buscemi]

I am very good friends (with privileges) with a working girl at one of the houses. I did a favor for her last year and gave her $250 so she could pay her rent. She was true to her word and hasn't asked for money from me since then. Every chance I get, I take her to the cabanas for a couple of hours and she doesn't ask nor expects money from me. I offer her a little bit here and there she complains a little that we have an agreement and I don't need to pay, but I feel like I've gotten my monies worth with her.

Now she is asking for me to look for a husband here in the states for her, she wants to come up here work as a call girl to make money and send to her family.

She's agreed to pay me some money to do so and to continue or friendship here.

She's willing to pay the guy who marries her as well.

Any takers?

Who is the real cuero now, you or her.

Just kidding!

[Cagep1967]

I am very good friends (with privileges) with a working girl at one of the houses. I did a favor for her last year and gave her $250 so she could pay her rent. She was true to her word and hasn't asked for money from me since then. Every chance I get, I take her to the cabanas for a couple of hours and she doesn't ask nor expects money from me. I offer her a little bit here and there she complains a little that we have an agreement and I don't need to pay, but I feel like I've gotten my monies worth with her.

Now she is asking for me to look for a husband here in the states for her, she wants to come up here work as a call girl to make money and send to her family.

She's agreed to pay me some money to do so and to continue or friendship here.

She's willing to pay the guy who marries her as well.

Any takers?

[Cagep1967]

I've been thinking about getting a phone in DR. Can I use that service in order to keep my Dominican phone number active even if I'm not physically there for let's say, a year?
Thanks!

Probably,

I would assume it's the same as a buying a card. I will try it next week when I'm down there and let you know.

[Jinks]

Thanks for all the info. I usually go to the Phillippines on my vacation, but want to try something different and fresh. I think I will go ahead and do my weeks vacation in DR in Sousa. I can always go to the phils later on this year if I want. Thanks guys.

[Rebel Monger]

http://www.ezetop.com/

I used this service, $10 buck transfer for $.88 and I got 369 pesos pretty good exchange rate.

I've been thinking about getting a phone in DR. Can I use that service in order to keep my Dominican phone number active even if I'm not physically there for let's say, a year?
Thanks!

[Cagep1967]

I know I keep replying to myself but as I find new information I just wanted to share.

This company will allow you to add minutes to Orange, Viva, or Claro telephones in the DR.

https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/

http://www.ezetop.com/

I used this service, $10 buck transfer for $.88 and I got 369 pesos pretty good exchange rate.

[Bq Ribs]

Seems to work for Orange and Viva phone numbers only.

I know I keep replying to myself but as I find new information I just want to share.

This company will allow you to add minutes to Orange, Viva, or Claro telephones in the DR.

https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/

[Bq Ribs]

Here is an easy way to recharge your DR cell phone even when you are not in the country.

Direct Recharge dot Com
https://www.directrecharge.com/.

Seems to work for Orange and Viva phone numbers only.

[Bq Ribs]

Here is an easy way to recharge your DR cell phone even when you are not in the country.

Direct Recharge dot Com
https://www.directrecharge.com/

FAQs
• What is DirectRecharge™?
> DirectRecharge is a convenient and secure service that allows people in the U.S to top up mobile phones of friends and family, with just a credit or debit card and internet access. DirectRecharge eliminates the need for phone cards, and keeps the important mobile line of communication open with loved ones.

• How does DirectRecharge work?
>Log on to the DirectRecharge website, and in just 3 easy steps, your loved one's phone is topped-up. All you need is the phone number you want to recharge, and a debit or credit card.

• How quickly are my funds credited to the phone I am topping up?
> The transaction is conducted in real-time. As soon as your credit or debit card is verified, and after you review and submit your order, the process usually takes just a few minutes.

• Do I need a phone card?
> No. There are no phone cards needed

• How will I know that the transaction is secure?
> Your DirectRecharge transaction is secured by one of the world's most trusted online payment processors.

• How will I know if the transaction is successful?
> The recipient of your top up will receive a personalized text message confirming the amount of the transaction. You will receive an email confirmation of the transaction. If for any reason the transaction does not go through, you will receive the explanation. You can also check the status under Order History in My Account.

• Do I need the name of the phone company for my friends or family?
> No. You just enter the phone number. DirectRecharge retrieves the carrier's name for you, and does all the work.

• What does DirectRecharge cost?
> It costs the recipient nothing. In addition to the airtime you purchase, you are charged a small convenience fee per transaction, depending on the mobile carrier.

• Do I have to subscribe?
> No paid subscription is necessary, however you will need to register on the website.

• I have several friends whose phones I want to recharge regularly. Can DirectRecharge store those numbers for me?
> Yes. DirectRecharge provides you with your own Phone Book in My Account, where you can store information for future use, if you choose to. DirectRecharge also provides you with the convenience feature of topping up directly from your last 3 transactions.

• What if I have questions about the service?
> Customer care will answer any questions, or resolve any issues you may have.

[Professor 1]

Is there any thing as far as sight seeing and picture taking while I'm there?

Yes, there is sight seeing activities; however, you are not in Rome. LOL Stop past the House of Culture downtown. There are two jade museums. The fire station has an altar in it, that looks better than some U.S. churches. Pick-up a Lonely Planet guide.

Is it safe for a person traveling by himself?

I think so. Spanish does help.

should I bring my own Condoms?

I always take my own. It's a personal thing.

[Frannie]

The Food is horrible (At least at the resorts and surrounding restaurants) They try hard to make Americanize food but they suck at it. (I had diarrhea for like a week) Next time i go i will bring with me ensure, i can not eat there crap.

I haven't found that. The food at Casa Marina is excellent, and there are loads of restaurants in Sosua where you can get a good meal. I always try to have churrasco steak at least once each trip. Possibly the best steak I have ever had was at restaurant La Parillada in Puerto Plata.

Generally I prefer to go to places that serve Dominican food as they are cheaper and the ingredients more likely to be fresh and locally sourced. The fish and chicken soups are good and generally served with slices of lime. There are various casserole dishes that involve plantains, yucca, and such like. Dominican coffee is excellent. Fish dishes are usually good.

There are also a variety of street vendors selling food that can be pretty tasty with a plate costing 100-150 pesos. At some places they have a few plastic chairs where you can sit down and eat.

The diarrhea may be related more to the water than to the food. Always drink bottled water and use it even to brush your teeth. Most tourist bars use ice made from boiled water, so should be OK there, but be a bit wary of salads that might be washed in tap water.

Unfortunately local Dominican meat does tend to be tough by US standards, and you'll often find that chuleta (pork chop) is tough and dry. My wife and her sisters can actually taking a live hen that is walking around and have it killed, plucked, cooked, and served in not much more than an hour, but the meat is tough as hell!

Overall the food in fast food places and restaurants is better than what is available in the city I live in in the US, but the quality and variety of merchandise available in supermarkets for home cooking is much better in the US.

[Jaosousa]

Westy gives good advice.

Bring your own condoms. The main beach in Sosua has some rocky parts and there are sea urchins in the water, so be careful. Look to see where the locals are entering the water and usually that area will have sand and no sea urchins.

Sosua is very small. Violent crime involving mongers who visit for a short time, very rare. Use common sense. Don't get drop dead drunk. Don't become friends with all locals who may approach you. Be polite, but firm. Walk around like you have been there 100 times.

Popular sightseeing spots on the north coast, are usually outside of sosua, the Christ statue on Mt. Isabel is 35 minutes from Sosua. Cabarete is worth while to see at least once in the daytime, to see the kite boarding, cabarete about 15 minutes from Sosua.

It can be really hot, so you may think you may want to do many touristy things during the day, but after walking around for a bit, you will be sweaty and will probably want an air conditioned place.

I have been looking at going to the DR for a while. Since I can't go to brazil because right now I just don't want the hassle of getting a VISA right now, I figure I hit up DR first. I want to go to Sousa for my first trip and stay at the New Garden. I plan August/September timeframe. I have been reading some reports and I think I made a good choice for my first trip. I will be by myself and hopefully there will be no problem with that. Right now a ticket is costing me about $500. $700 right now. I plan to stay for 7 days. Is there any thing as far as sight seeing and picture taking while I'm there? Does the New Garden have women that works there or around the area. Is it safe for a person traveling by himself? Should I pay no more that 2000 for short or long stay? Should I bring my own Condoms? Any general info about Sousa and the women and things to do would be just great.

Thanks guys