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[QUOTE=Oakie;2233847]........Just about all the ex pats I know down here drive. Especially the ones that have businesses here. They treat the local cops like parking ticket meter maids and they all know each other. A little propina is expected and exchanged and all is well! They might even look after your ass, down the road. It's just a game........................[/QUOTE]Does anyone know of any gringo who was arrested for trying to bribe a cop in the DR?
[QUOTE=MrEnternational;2233872]Finally came the day of the big wedding. Mr. England, not knowing Spanish, signed on the witness line while the "cousin" signed on the groom line. It was his turn to be left high and dry.[/QUOTE]Catastrophic. Buyer beware. I just don't have the confidence to confront cops from anywhere including USA, tho. I try to ignore Dominican policia and say no hablo espanol.
[QUOTE=Turgid;2234279]Does anyone know of any gringo who was arrested for trying to bribe a cop in the DR?[/QUOTE]I would imagine it would depend on the severity of the crime he was alleged to have committed, but no.
For minor traffic stops and "he said, she said" stuff, a propina (they don't call it a bribe) is always welcome, it's part of the culture, and not strictly policed, from their point of view.
Twice, over the years, I was asked by a customs agent, if I had brought him a regalo, as he looked at my passport. Anywhere else in a normal country a complaint like that, would have his ass hauled off the job!
Haven't been in the DR for 8 years. Can't believe how things appear to have changed. Used to be bare back or condom; now its drive or not to drive. After reading all this "news" about driving I would only take taxis--intercity taxis were a good deal and I assume still are!
Bottom line: the cops have really fucked up the fun.
One of our last trips a budy had an accident with a Hatian moto taxi, didn't pay a cop, 4,000 pasos later he was out of JAIL.
All these posts paint a black picture.
P Chop.
[QUOTE=PurplePorkchop;2234902]Haven't been in the DR for 8 years. Can't believe how things appear to have changed. Used to be bare back or condom; now its drive or not to drive. After reading all this "news" about driving I would only take taxis--intercity taxis were a good deal and I assume still are!
Bottom line: the cops have really fucked up the fun.
One of our last trips a budy had an accident with a Hatian moto taxi, didn't pay a cop, 4,000 pasos later he was out of JAIL.
All these posts paint a black picture.
P Chop.[/QUOTE]In a dirt poor country, a tourist (all considered rich) should be aware of his attitude, blend in, and don't rock the boat.
No sense in trying to fight the system.
In 10 years, I personally never had a problem with cops, in fact I get a wave from Cestur, who do a good job protecting well behaved tourists. A town where they appreciate the tourist money!
I'm comfortable enough to drive down here, but (especially for this old guy) I personally find it expensive and inconvenient when there are so many other options. So I avoid the reported confrontations with cops.
Compared to home, it's a laid back existence. No hate, no terrorism, no civil unrest, no drive by shootings, low crime, except for the petty stuff.
Highly recommended!
(YMMV).
Spent the first week of Oct in the sue! Had a good time overall. Ran into a newbie from Santo Domingo and did her three days in a row, plus a regular or two. Lots of bartenders flirting. Might have to put one on the team eventually. Chica selection was down in my opinion, but definitely adequate. Prices are up with 2500 pretty much the norm. Lots of chica trying for condom BJ if they don't know you, I hate that. All in all still a great destination and affordable. We'll see what changes come next! Peace!
I was paying 1500 during early evening until 9 pm for short time. 2000 for short time later and Club 59/ Classico.
Hours for Club 59/ Classico are 10 pm to midnight Sunday to Thursday. 10 pm to 3 am on Friday and Saturday. Also the bars follow the same hours as to closing hours. Some girls for Club 59 will hang out in the bar below at 10 pm. Plus you can see if people are going upstairs. Some days you do not see anybody go upstairs until 10:30.
Also almost every girl ask for condom. Did not try arguing. I always cover up.
"Just the facts, ma'am. " Solid info, no pontificating.
Incidentally, Jack Webb never actually said those words anymore than Bogey said "Play it again, Sam".
[QUOTE=CharlesPooter;2236332]"Just the facts, ma'am. " Solid info, no pontificating.
Incidentally, Jack Webb never actually said those words anymore than Bogey said "Play it again, Sam".[/QUOTE]And no digressing into Hollywood Movie lore! :)
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Also almost every girl ask for condom. Did not try arguing. I always cover up.[/QUOTE]That's not surprising. If a Chica did not ask me for a condom and wanted penetration is what would alarm me.
[QUOTE=GrownMan1;2236362]That's not surprising. If a Chica did not ask me for a condom and wanted penetration is what would alarm me.[/QUOTE]Yes, if a chica offered sexo sin condom you'd be wise to avoid her. But since my first trip in 2011 BBBJ was a given in sosua. Now Chicas are making covered bjs the norm, unless you know her or she really likes you.
I had a chick last visit, she started the day off with a rain coat and by the end of the night it was off for the BJ. YMMV I think is pretty common around the world, and a chick that likes you more you will always get more back from.
Also I drove all over DR last trip, not a problem. I would never be scared to drive there again. I had some chick tried to take me to the cops for not paying years ago, I walked all the way to the police station with her and the street cop until within 100 yards she gave up and I went my own way. I still have a full beer in my hand so I was just enjoying the show. I outlasted her. Also I didn't pay because she didn't follow through with our agreement, not just to be a cheap bastard.
[QUOTE=MikeM488;2236048]I was paying 1500 during early evening until 9 pm for short time. 2000 for short time later and Club 59/ Classico.
Hours for Club 59/ Classico are 10 pm to midnight Sunday to Thursday. 10 pm to 3 am on Friday and Saturday. Also the bars follow the same hours as to closing hours. Some girls for Club 59 will hang out in the bar below at 10 pm. Plus you can see if people are going upstairs. Some days you do not see anybody go upstairs until 10:30.
Also almost every girl ask for condom. Did not try arguing. I always cover up.[/QUOTE]I was just in Clasico 2 weeks ago, on a Thursday, and it was open until 1 am that night. Your price range is correct overall, but you can pull the chicas for 1500 pesos, even late into the evening, when the club closes.
Girls in Sosua were asking 2000 for short time, but I always bargained the price down to 1000. Service was god but it is crazy how openly these girls use white powder. They even snored it in the room! Yuck!
[QUOTE=FightSport;2237050]Girls in Sosua were asking 2000 for short time, but I always bargained the price down to 1000. Service was god but it is crazy how openly these girls use white powder. They even snored it in the room! Yuck![/QUOTE]Maybe you should screen your chica's and set some rules first before you bring them in. I personally do not like that kind of thing because it can go south at any time. Girls will be girls and they like their tootski rootski from time to time, some of them anyway. Be careful and remember an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Glad to hear that the session was good. I'll be there next week to partake of the frivolities.
Peace,