Real talk from a Man in the Arena
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700218]I wasn't referring to you, our "Man in The Arena". I've never met you.[/QUOTE]I knew you were not referring to me. And I don't ever remember inviting you for an audience with The "Man in the Arena".
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700218]You have figured out how to have a good time in our "puta pueblo". Enjoy![/QUOTE]I most certain have figured out how to enjoy myself in the "puta pueblo" I and others refer to as The Sue! And I did it without the help of either of the two people you refer to in the post below:
[QUOTE=Oakie;2699459]I got my kick start from guys like you and Mr Gogo years ago in this forum. Gave me a fast track on Sosua before I ever got there. Saved me from making a lot of newboe mistakes.[/QUOTE]My knowledge came from a couple of quality individuals I met IRL from the ISG forums and my own exploration. It certainly is not straight forward. There are layers and levels to it. Put me in the camp of those who like to visit The Sue.
[QUOTE=Oakie;2699459]I was of course referring to the guys I see who complain about Sosua, the locals, the prices, the rip offs, other mongers paying too much, and who have trouble finding satisfactory service in a puta pueblo. Non tippers making a public scene about their bar tab. Referred to by our locals as "El Cheapo.[/QUOTE][I]Exactly how much should you be tipping when 10% is already included in the tab and they do not make that clear to the individuals making the purchase?[/I]
Many of the establishments operating in the "puta pueblo" of The Sue use deceptive pricing, visitor unfamiliarity, and confusion to take advantage of the people patronizing their establishments. Never mind the fact that many of the places are charging criminally expense prices for their goods and services. But hey that is my opinion. And I simply avoid those places after I get taken the first time.
For the record, I always tip 10% on the base price of the item in a bar. That plus 10% LEY is 20% total. More than generous by even developed nation standards.
The old "us versus them" mentality pervades Tourist Traps all over the The Dominican Republic. It is actually one of the things that I find most unpleasant about being in the Republica Dominicana. But everyone can get around that by educating themselves. And operating accordingly. It is buyer beware.
Oakie has inadvertently revealed some insight into the mentality of many of the individuals that live in the "puta pueblo" I refer to as The Sue. A Dominican will always allow another Dominican to rip you off.
In fact they will sit there and watch the other Dominican do it to you knowing all the while that the other Dominican is in the wrong. But that is an entirely different discussion that applies to the anyone who is not Dominican but is trying to operate in the Dominican Republic. Not a complaint. Just keeping it one hundred. So, I don't care what they happen to call me when I demand that I receive the true market price. Not the gringo ripoff price.
The OG that took me under his wing used to refer to The Sue as So-sewer. He always used to get a laugh out me when he said that. Continue to enjoy my positive reports on the "puta pueblo" where you have chosen to live. I am glad you enjoy my work. Hope you have a safe trip back!
This is SubCmdr and I am a man in the arena!
Thoughts from the dark side?
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]Oh, dear![/QUOTE][I]used in expressions of surprise, dismay, or sympathy.[/I] "oh dear, I've upset you". No you did not. But I always enjoy your attempts at humor.
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]Does this mean I'll never get to ride the Grande Jeffe with our Man in the Arena?[/QUOTE]Completely unsure what you are referring to exactly. But if you are talking about the vehicle that I own (yeah I know you don't think anyone needs to own one). I know you were so looking forward to it. But when I am in The Sue, I park the Gran Jefe mobile and walk every where I need to go. Until the day before I leave when I fire it up and head to the Texaco for fill up.
Last trip to The Sue, the Texaco did not have any premium diesel fuel so I had to head down the road a bit to the Next station. It was not a problem as on the way back I had the chance to check out the Super Pola. Very nice store! Wide section of goods at fair prices. The produce section was exceptional. I pick up my midnight snack. Stocked up on road trip foods and was good.
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]No matter, I wasn't lining up anyway![/QUOTE]Good thing for you my man. You would have long wait behind the line of chicas ready to drop their panties and ride with me. LOL! And if you head down the Santo Domingo Este and don't look me up, well that's your loss. LOL!
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]But your hookah habit seems to be burning a hole in your memory bank.[/QUOTE]Nah, only you think that. But I appreciate the concern for my health. I use the term "puta pueblo" to describe both The Sue and Boca Chica. And if we are talking about memory loss aren't you the one who said "No one refers to it as The Sue". Does not take much reading to see I'm not the only one that refers to it that way.
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]Enjoy![/QUOTE]You know I do!
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]Life is short![/QUOTE]I've said that in a previous post.
[QUOTE=Oakie;2700522]Stay positive![/QUOTE]My posts are some of the most positives ones about The Sue you will find. I'm not the one who needs the reminder brother. LOL! Most of the details of my activities that I care to report can be found in [B]Grownman's Boom Boom Room[/B]. Continue to enjoy my work. You seem to hang on every word and have even adopted one of my favorite terms: "Puta Pueblo".
This is SubCmdr and I am a man in the Arena!
CoolieHigh is back in town!
Thinking of a return trip
Hey all,
I have not been to Sosua or DR I'm over 10 years and I am thinking of making a trip soon. I know about the beaches, hotels etc. Not much has changed in that department from what I can tell.
The last time I was there passions and a few other similar establishments were being closed down. Do any similar places exist or has the town cracked down on them?
I am guessing you will need to meet local chicks at bars, beaches etc.
Last time I was there heading to the main beach there were timeshare sharks on every corner. Is this still a problem?
I'd also like to know how the action is early to mid week compared to a weekend.