General Info

[QUOTE=Jinks]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[/QUOTE]Yes New Gardens you will see alot of chicas around the establishment. As far as Safety, Its pretty safe as Dominican's don't mess with tourist that much because you are bringing money to the town and economy and the last thing they want is a bad rap,they do not want a bad name or tourist will stop coming. Now if your looking for trouble, trouble will find you.

Always bring your own condoms and

Maybe its just me but

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.

Jinks, I couldn't PM you this so I'm posting it:

I haven't stayed over in Sosua yet, but I asked some of the same questions a few weeks ago on the Sosua Reports thread. MHO gave me much of this info, and I've heard it confirmed by others.

Sightseeing and picture-taking? Sosua itself is a pretty small place, but it has its pretty points. I'd be surprised if the New Garden couldn't hook you up for sightseeing, a day-sail, and so forth. I've heard people disdaining the beach over the last day or so, but I thought it was pretty decent for swimming and lounging. I liked the scuba diving, BTW, though it's typical volcanic-island visibility (we're not talking about the "gin-clear" waters of Caymans or Cozumel!)

New Garden women - per MHO, they are free-lancers. The hotel lets 'em hang out, and you negotiate on your own. He said, "They are usually nothing much but a few are good for afternoon fun."

Safety (for a solo traveler) - Other sources on the Sosua thread feel it's safe. You do have to be aware of your surroundings, but that's true anywhere. Being at the New Garden, though, you'll probably fall in with some fellow "adventurers" pretty easily. The "hot zone" for mongers is evidently not more than a couple of blocks of Avda. Pedro Clisante, around the cross street where New Garden is.

Prices? Here's what MHO said:
Day: 1000 for ST
Night: 1000-1500 ST, TLN is 1500-2000.

Condoms? I brought my own, based on past experience in other Latin countries. Wal-Mart in your town has a better selection and better quality than you'll find in Sosua.

Any general info? Here is my last question to the "Board" and MHO's answer:

"5. Places to target? Places to avoid? Likewise, chicas to target/avoid?

"Not much happening in Seacrets but stop by for a look if you want. LaPassion's is 2500 for a 1 hour session onsite but you can salida the girls out for 500 after 12pm (1pm on weekends). The girls go back and forth all night so all you have to do is get a seat say in Merengue bar and watch the parade."

[QUOTE=Jinks]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[/QUOTE]

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.

[QUOTE=Jinks]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[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Forcesteeler]
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.[/QUOTE]

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.

[QUOTE=Jinks]Is there any thing as far as sight seeing and picture taking while I'm there?[/QUOTE]

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.

[QUOTE]Is it safe for a person traveling by himself?[/QUOTE]

I think so. Spanish does help.

[QUOTE]should I bring my own Condoms?[/QUOTE]

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

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Direct Recharge dot Com
[url]https://www.directrecharge.com/[/url]

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[QUOTE=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
[url]https://www.directrecharge.com/[/url].[/QUOTE]

Seems to work for Orange and Viva phone numbers only.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]Seems to work for Orange and Viva phone numbers only.[/QUOTE]
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.

[url]https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/[/url]

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]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.

[url]https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/[/url][/QUOTE]


[url]http://www.ezetop.com/[/url]

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

[QUOTE=Cagep1967][url]http://www.ezetop.com/[/url]

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

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.

[QUOTE=Rebel Monger]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![/QUOTE]


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.

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?

[QUOTE=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?[/QUOTE]Who is the real cuero now, you or her.

Just kidding!

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

[QUOTE=Xman K3]...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?...[/QUOTE]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 :)

[QUOTE=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[/QUOTE]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.

Thanks guys for the info.

Blackbeards might not be my cup of tea too catering

I usually end up off the beaten travel so I might try Sousa first.

Thanks guys

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]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.[/QUOTE]

I'd like to know what I have to pay in USD during my trip in Road and what in local value, so I take only the necessary amount in USD and I'll change on site directly Euros in Pesos.

[QUOTE=Freeman 53]I'd like to know what I have to pay in USD during my trip in Road and what in local value, so I take only the necessary amount in USD and I'll change on site directly Euros in Pesos.[/QUOTE]
Unless already included in your flight costs (varies from airline to airline) you need to buy a Visitor's Visa on arrival (US$10) and pay Departure Tax on leaving (US$20).

Some hotels may quote prices in dollars so make sure they are giving you a good conversion rate if you pay in pesos.

Everything else you are better off paying in RD$ (pesos). Euro has been climbing against the peso since end May 2010.

But don't worry if you take a few too many dollars. You can always get a good conversion rate when changing to pesos. In other words the difference between euro-direct-into-pesos and euro-to-dollar-to-pesos is minimal.

How thick are the girls down in DR? I posted this in the photo section as well. I like big booties and thick hips and thighs. Is it very common down there? From the looks of majority of photos, they look pretty slim to me. I want some reassurance before I book a flight.

Bodies like this

[url]http://brooklynmusicscene.wordpress.com/2010/05/11/miss-dominican-thickness-aka-mariela-bella/[/url]
[url]http://img002.lazygirls.info/people/jahaira_maravilla/jahaira_maravilla_jahaira_koZx9Qk.sized.jpg[/url]

I am thinking about spending 3-6 months in DR this winter. I would like to bring my dog with me. 100lb 6 year old boxer. I guess this is way off topic for the board which is why I posted in the general area.

Besides making sure the place I rent is ok with it any ideas whats involved or where to find out whats involved to get a pet in and back out of DR?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Joe Shmoe]How thick are the girls down in DR? I posted this in the photo section as well. I like big booties and thick hips and thighs. Is it very common down there? From the looks of majority of photos, they look pretty slim to me. I want some reassurance before I book a flight.

Bodies like this

[url]http://brooklynmusicscene.wordpress.com/2010/05/11/miss-dominican-thickness-aka-mariela-bella/[/url]
[url]http://img002.lazygirls.info/people/jahaira_maravilla/jahaira_maravilla_jahaira_koZx9Qk.sized.jpg[/url][/QUOTE]

You can find what you want in the DR man, there are girls for all tastes.

I recommend Lifestyles snugger fit condoms. They are of normal size, over six inches, with a tighter fit. That fits helps maintain erections for more time. It also is good to avoid the condom slipping out after an ejaculation. I used it with some girls on my last trip and it was the best. GBP girl that visited me to my hotel was seated over me more than 5 minutes after I came, I took my member out of her pussy and everything was on its place. They are available on Adam & Eve and other internet stores.

From Latin American Herald Tribune: "Puerto Rican Man Slain in Dominican Republic

SANTIAGO, Dominican Republic – Police in the northern Dominican province of Santiago arrested two people on charges they poisoned a Puerto Rican man to death in order to rob him.

The victim was identified as Douglas Jones, whose body was taken to the medical examiner’s office in Santiago city for an autopsy, a police official in the country’s northern region, Jesus Cordero, said.

The official told the press that Luz Maria Medina and a 16-year-old girl, whose name was withheld, admitted during questioning that they killed the Puerto Rican last Saturday in the town of Tamboril.

He said the two women confessed that they gave Jones a glass of oats containing a poisonous substance that later caused his death.

Medina and her companion told the police that they used the money they stole from the murder victim to buy drugs and go to beauty parlors, Cordero said.

The official said that the Puerto Rican was robbed of an unspecified amount of money, as well personal documents that were found in the possession of the women under arrest."

[url]http://www.laht.com/article.asp?ArticleId=360685&CategoryId=14092[/url]

Also from Dominican Watchdog: "Too many tourists killed in the Dominican Republic(Update 5), Crime statistics from December also shows that Dominican Republic is now one of the most dangerous tourist destinations in the Caribbean with 23 foreigners killed."

[url]http://dominicanwatchdog.org/dominican_news/page-Too_many_tourists_killed_in_the_Dominican_Republic[/url]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]From Latin American Herald Tribune: "Puerto Rican Man Slain in Dominican Republic

SANTIAGO, Dominican Republic – Police in the northern Dominican province of Santiago arrested two people on charges they poisoned a Puerto Rican man to death in order to rob him.

The victim was identified as Douglas Jones, whose body was taken to the medical examiner’s office in Santiago city for an autopsy, a police official in the country’s northern region, Jesus Cordero, said.

The official told the press that Luz Maria Medina and a 16-year-old girl, whose name was withheld, admitted during questioning that they killed the Puerto Rican last Saturday in the town of Tamboril.

He said the two women confessed that they gave Jones a glass of oats containing a poisonous substance that later caused his death.

Medina and her companion told the police that they used the money they stole from the murder victim to buy drugs and go to beauty parlors, Cordero said.

The official said that the Puerto Rican was robbed of an unspecified amount of money, as well personal documents that were found in the possession of the women under arrest."

[url]http://www.laht.com/article.asp?ArticleId=360685&CategoryId=14092[/url]

Also from Dominican Watchdog: "Too many tourists killed in the Dominican Republic(Update 5), Crime statistics from December also shows that Dominican Republic is now one of the most dangerous tourist destinations in the Caribbean with 23 foreigners killed."

[url]http://dominicanwatchdog.org/dominican_news/page-Too_many_tourists_killed_in_the_Dominican_Republic[/url][/QUOTE]

My brother married a dominican girl, she was under the impression that my country, Puerto Rico, was more dangerous than the Dominican Republic until she moved to Puerto Rico, she affirms Puerto Rico is a lot lot safer. The major cause of deaths in her family is not diseases, is murder. she lived in San Jose de Ocoa, a rural area. I was talking with Panman about crime and he was under the impression that Puerto Rico was a distination to avoid because of crime, he get that impression by some puertorican friends he has in the states. Only two tourists have been killed in Puerto Rico in the last decade, one who was in a bad area buying drugs and wanted to go without paying and a girl killed by a mental patient, tourists are not target in Puerto Rico. Official murders in Dominican Republic average 2,500 persons per year but half of the murders goes unreported.

I chat a lot with dominican girls by internet or when I am in Santo Domingo, all have told me being victim of some crime events during her life, robbery, assaults, kidnapping, poisoned with liquids to sleep her, etc. By the way, two thirds of the kidnappings that occur in my country are done by dominicans to other dominicans.

I believe I have never been victim of anything because 1) I am very careful, for example, the waitress that cooked me lunch in her house and send it to my hotel on my last trip, I made her to taste (in a romantic way of course) the meal before me, I do not trust anybody. 2) I do not stay enough time in the city to be a crime victim.

The US Department of State has affirmed that Haiti is a safer country than the Dominican Republic.

Thats why I never get drunk when I travel alone, it can easily increase my probabilities of being a target for delinquents.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]...Also from Dominican Watchdog: "Too many tourists killed in the Dominican Republic(Update 5), Crime statistics from December also shows that Dominican Republic is now one of the most dangerous tourist destinations in the Caribbean with 23 foreigners killed."

[url]http://dominicanwatchdog.org/dominican_news/page-Too_many_tourists_killed_in_the_Dominican_Republic[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks for article links. A friend of the victim had written about the incident on another site; however, I hadn't read the actual news report.

Starting in 2007, after I noticed an uptick in violent crime, I started changing my DR travel routine. I no longer post my travel dates on public forums, I spend less time in Boca Chica, and my beach routine (2-4 girl entourage at Playa Vista) has been eliminated. Nowadays, I keep a very low profile, because I don't look to attract attention.

Stay Safe,
Helpmann

[QUOTE=Joe Shmoe]How thick are the girls down in DR? I posted this in the photo section as well. I like big booties and thick hips and thighs. Is it very common down there? From the looks of majority of photos, they look pretty slim to me. I want some reassurance before I book a flight.

Bodies like this

[url]http://brooklynmusicscene.wordpress.com/2010/05/11/miss-dominican-thickness-aka-mariela-bella/[/url]
[url]http://img002.lazygirls.info/people/jahaira_maravilla/jahaira_maravilla_jahaira_koZx9Qk.sized.jpg[/url][/QUOTE]
You will be in heaven!

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]From Latin American Herald Tribune: "Puerto Rican Man Slain in Dominican Republic

SANTIAGO, Dominican Republic – Police in the northern Dominican province of Santiago arrested two people on charges they poisoned a Puerto Rican man to death in order to rob him.

The victim was identified as Douglas Jones, whose body was taken to the medical examiner’s office in Santiago city for an autopsy, a police official in the country’s northern region, Jesus Cordero, said.

The official told the press that Luz Maria Medina and a 16-year-old girl, whose name was withheld, admitted during questioning that they killed the Puerto Rican last Saturday in the town of Tamboril.

He said the two women confessed that they gave Jones a glass of oats containing a poisonous substance that later caused his death.

Medina and her companion told the police that they used the money they stole from the murder victim to buy drugs and go to beauty parlors, Cordero said.

The official said that the Puerto Rican was robbed of an unspecified amount of money, as well personal documents that were found in the possession of the women under arrest."

[url]http://www.laht.com/article.asp?ArticleId=360685&CategoryId=14092[/url]

Also from Dominican Watchdog: "Too many tourists killed in the Dominican Republic(Update 5), Crime statistics from December also shows that Dominican Republic is now one of the most dangerous tourist destinations in the Caribbean with 23 foreigners killed."

[url]http://dominicanwatchdog.org/dominican_news/page-Too_many_tourists_killed_in_the_Dominican_Republic[/url][/QUOTE] Illusion versus Reality--Why I moved away from Sosua/Cabarete
I visited the area several times over the last 5 years and loved it for all the reasons that many of you love it. I began living there full time in February. But in reality, I began to see the dark, ugly things about the area--these are random notes of mine: my Dominican gf afraid to walk on vitually deserted beach, car rear-ended--hit and run and the police refused to help, an armed robbery attempt of my house , an armed robbery attempt of Orilla del Mar(my rental) by 4 bandits= a 30 shot gunfight, bandits return in revenge gunfight with security--owners attempt a cover-up possibly to protect their properties value and/or rental income, pickpockets, police totally corrupt, crime atmosphere, the stories of friends terrorized by criminals, high prices, huge fear of an accident = loco drivers, pedestrians, and motos, police actively seek bribes on jfk, police will not protect me. no laws are observed and no laws enforced, con games, inflated prices = beer, food, cars, gasoline, difficulties of cedulla and registration, impossible to buy a house , must rent cars, gas 4.75 a gal, internet and electricity interruptions, supermarket food expensive , security and police are afraid to come to your rescue, 12 policemen raid a nice restauarant in Juan Dolio with loaded shotguns and semi-automatic rifles terrorizing the patrons--because the music was too loud, and dengue and typhoid fever, police persecution of Haitians seeking bribes.

[QUOTE=Ave White Boy]I am thinking about spending 3-6 months in DR this winter. I would like to bring my dog with me. 100lb 6 year old boxer. I guess this is way off topic for the board which is why I posted in the general area.

Besides making sure the place I rent is ok with it any ideas whats involved or where to find out whats involved to get a pet in and back out of DR?

Thanks[/QUOTE]I live in New York and I have seen people carry onto the plane a small pet container with a small dog, from JFK to Santo Domingo and also the from Santo Domingo to JFK.

From what I saw, appears it is no big problem to travel with a dog as long as the paperwork is correct.

Be careful with a dog in DR. Thieves will poison dogs in order to break into a house more easily. Thieves will steal chihuahuas, these really small dogs are popular pets in DR.

Growing up in the States, I was always told not to give dogs chicken bones. In DR, the dogs eat everything, chicken bones, no problem. Lots of fleas in DR, so if you bring your dog, I would have a supply of Frontline for fleas and/or Revolution or Advantage (fleas, mites, some intestinal parasites). I buy Advantage and Revolution online, no prescription necessary and the products are shipped from Australia (total pet supply com).

[QUOTE=Joe Shmoe]How thick are the girls down in DR? I posted this in the photo section as well. I like big booties and thick hips and thighs. Is it very common down there? From the looks of majority of photos, they look pretty slim to me. I want some reassurance before I book a flight.

Bodies like this

[url]http://brooklynmusicscene.wordpress.com/2010/05/11/miss-dominican-thickness-aka-mariela-bella/[/url]
[url]http://img002.lazygirls.info/people/jahaira_maravilla/jahaira_maravilla_jahaira_koZx9Qk.sized.jpg[/url][/QUOTE]All shapes and sizes of chicas in DR.

In Santo Domingo, Le Base bar has one dark skin waitress with wide hips and big breasts. Also in Santo Domingo, bar 305 has some thick legged chicas, the happy ending massage place has some thick chicas and Pacos bar near the airport in Santo Domingo has chicas with healthy legs.

[QUOTE=Sidney]Illusion versus Reality--Why I moved away from Sosua/Cabarete
[/QUOTE]When I read about the murders of foreigners in Dom Rep, it is mostly older foreigners who are the victims, I think of the name of that movie "No Country for Old Men."

[QUOTE=Sidney]Illusion versus Reality--Why I moved away from Sosua/Cabarete
I visited the area several times over the last 5 years and loved it for all the reasons that many of you love it. I began living there full time in February. But in reality, I began to see the dark, ugly things about the area--these are random notes of mine: my Dominican gf afraid to walk on vitually deserted beach, car rear-ended--hit and run and the police refused to help, an armed robbery attempt of my house , an armed robbery attempt of Orilla del Mar(my rental) by 4 bandits= a 30 shot gunfight, bandits return in revenge gunfight with security--owners attempt a cover-up possibly to protect their properties value and/or rental income, pickpockets, police totally corrupt, crime atmosphere, the stories of friends terrorized by criminals, high prices, huge fear of an accident = loco drivers, pedestrians, and motos, police actively seek bribes on jfk, police will not protect me. no laws are observed and no laws enforced, con games, inflated prices = beer, food, cars, gasoline, difficulties of cedulla and registration, impossible to buy a house , must rent cars, gas 4.75 a gal, internet and electricity interruptions, supermarket food expensive , security and police are afraid to come to your rescue, 12 policemen raid a nice restauarant in Juan Dolio with loaded shotguns and semi-automatic rifles terrorizing the patrons--because the music was too loud, and dengue and typhoid fever, police persecution of Haitians seeking bribes.[/QUOTE]

Every year round about 3000 dominicans get deported back from the US to the DR once they have done their prison sentence according to listin diario one of the biggest newspapers in the DR.
Salaries in the DR are terrible as a cop you make a couple of thousand pesos which is not enough to make a living, so they are looking for extra money i got pulled over several times so far.
I have been living here for 2,5 years and so far thanks god nothing has happened to me altough i have to admit i have been exposed to situations were i was really uncomfortable.
And finally in this country everybody is corrupt not only the police i guess you can buy pretty much everybody if you have enough money.
Just to give you an example in the last 2.5 years 43 family members of the CEO of the Corporacion Dominicana de Empresas Electricas Estatales (CDEEE) got high ranked postions into this organistion i wonder why.

[QUOTE=Sidney]Illusion versus Reality--Why I moved away from Sosua/Cabarete
I visited the area several times over the last 5 years and loved it for all the reasons that many of you love it. I began living there full time in February. But in reality, I began to see the dark, ugly things about the area--these are random notes of mine...[/QUOTE]It feels like the "Wild West" in some of these Latin countries. I could never retire to DR, Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Paraguay, or Brazil. Sidney, if you're still living it up in Argentina, I envy you. Argentina is one of the few countries in the Western hemisphere, where I could park myself permanently. Argentina doesn't have all the pluses of the Dominican Republic, but it has much fewer minuses.

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Helpmann]It feels like the "Wild West" in some of these Latin countries. I could never retire to DR, Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Paraguay, or Brazil. Sidney, if you're still living it up in Argentina, I envy you. Argentina is one of the few countries in the Western hemisphere, where I could park myself permanently. Argentina doesn't have all the pluses of the Dominican Republic, but it has much fewer minuses.

-Helpmann :)[/QUOTE]

Help:

I get your point, Argentina does have "fewer minuses" but at the same time I can't help but remember that you're still at the mercy of a political class that thinks it's fine to default on debt obligations and seize private pension funds.

No telling who or what they'll come for next.

Just my two cents.

All the best, Schwmm

[QUOTE=Helpmann]It feels like the "Wild West" in some of these Latin countries. I could never retire to DR, Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Paraguay, or Brazil. Sidney, if you're still living it up in Argentina, I envy you. Argentina is one of the few countries in the Western hemisphere, where I could park myself permanently. Argentina doesn't have all the pluses of the Dominican Republic, but it has much fewer minuses.

-Helpmann :)[/QUOTE]I will be able to retire in 5 years with a healthy pension and still be under fifty. My plan until recently was to retire to the Dr and live in paradise. But those plans have changed.

If lawlessness prevails, and police have no accountability, how long will it be before I fall victim to this corrupt system? When non locals contribute economically but are murdered with no justice, is this the paradise I want? I am now traveling to find a place where a persons life and money are appreciated.

I guess what really bothers me is also is that America doesn't appear to hold these countries accountable for its citizens. Its as if America feels you got what you deserved for visiting these places.

Either your wealthy and part of the corruption, or your not and trying to fly under the radar. But if you [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] off the wrong person steet justice will prevail.

There has to be a place where the criminals are in check. Where police are chasing the real criminals. A place where non locals are cherished.

The comeback of Haiti, the future opening of Cuba, the retirees moving to CR, and the changes in Colombia will all eventually make the DR adjust its tourist stragedy.

President Lionel travels everwhere preaching peace. But he doesn't have basic respect for outsiders in his country as long as we spend money and don't seek justice when victimized.

[QUOTE=Schwmmr]...I get your point, Argentina does have "fewer minuses" but at the same time I can't help but remember that you're still at the mercy of a political class that thinks it's fine to default on debt obligations and seize private pension funds.

No telling who or what they'll come for next.

Just my two cents.[/QUOTE]At the mercy of the political class? Are you kidding?? If you're in Argentina, DR, Colombia, Brazil, or any country below a sovereign risk rating of "AA-", you rent and you keep your money in a US bank. That's just common sense.

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]When I read about the murders of foreigners in Dom Rep, it is mostly older foreigners who are the victims, I think of the name of that movie "No Country for Old Men."[/QUOTE]
Thanks a bunch!

[quote=sidney]12 policemen raid a nice restaurant on juan dolio with loaded shotguns and semi-automatic rifles ... because the music was too loud.[/quote]
let's hope this is a trend.

i can offer the names of at least a dozen venues in puerto plata (where i live) and half-dozen in sosúa (which i don't know so well) which are ripe for such a raid.

i hope the dj didn't escape unrep001hed in the raid you are talking about. being blasted with a shotgun is too quick a death for those bastards. they should die the same lingering death from bleeding eardrums they try to inflict on us.

well done the filth! who said all dr cops were bad?

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter]Thanks a bunch![/QUOTE]You are street savvy, so I doubt you will have to worry.

Some older very rich people, maybe they let their guard down. Even if a person may be very wealthy, best not to flaunt your wealth and make yourself a target in Dom Rep.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]At the mercy of the political class? Are you kidding?? If you're in Argentina, DR, Colombia, Brazil, or any country below a sovereign risk rating of "AA-", you rent and you keep your money in a US bank. That's just common sense.

-Helpmann :)[/QUOTE]

No I'm not kidding. Nor will I fall into an internet pissing match.

Agreed regarding your point about the general risk level ("AA", I'll take your word for it) for any country in LA or elsewhere in the 3rd world is very risky and unpredictable. Regardless of actual politics.

I'm just sayin that the recent history of Argentina (past 10 years) tells one that there's "MORE OF" a penchant towards debt default and private funds seizure. It's their history. You can't erase it.

All the best, Schwmm

[QUOTE=Schwmmr]No I'm not kidding. Nor will I fall into an internet pissing match.

Agreed regarding your point about the general risk level ("AA", I'll take your word for it) for any country in LA or elsewhere in the 3rd world is very risky and unpredictable. Regardless of actual politics.

I'm just sayin that the recent history of Argentina (past 10 years) tells one that there's "MORE OF" a penchant towards debt default and private funds seizure. It's their history. You can't erase it.[/QUOTE]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice.

-Helpmann :D


[i][size=2][color=blue]
AAA..... Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, UK, USA...
AA...... Japan, Ireland, Spain...
A........ Israel, South Korea...
BBB..... Mexico, Russia
BBB-.... Brazil, Iceland
[B]-------------------------------J U N K -------------------------------[/B]
BB+..... Colombia, Greece, Panama (1989, US Invasion)
BB....... Costa Rica, El Salvador ('80-'92, Civil War)
BB-...... Serbia, Venezuela (2002, Renationalization of all Hydrocarbons)
B+....... Bosnia, Cambodia ('67-'75, Civil War)
B........ Dominican Republic, Lebanon, Honduras (2009, Political Crisis)
B-....... Bolivia, Grenada, Jamaica, Argentina (2002, Default of International Debt)
CCC+.. Ecuador (1999, Default on Brady Bonds) [/i][/size][/color]

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice.

-Helpmann :D


[i][size=2][color=blue]
AAA..... Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, UK, USA...
AA...... Japan, Ireland, Spain...
A........ Israel, South Korea...
BBB..... Mexico, Russia
BBB-.... Brazil, Iceland
[B]-------------------------------J U N K -------------------------------[/B]
BB+..... Colombia, Greece, Panama (1989, US Invasion)
BB....... Costa Rica, El Salvador ('80-'92, Civil War)
BB-...... Serbia, Venezuela (2002, Renationalization of all Hydrocarbons)
B+....... Bosnia, Cambodia ('67-'75, Civil War)
B........ Dominican Republic, Lebanon, Honduras (2009, Political Crisis)
B-....... Bolivia, Grenada, Jamaica, Argentina (2002, Default of International Debt)
CCC+.. Ecuador (1999, Default on Brady Bonds) [/i][/size][/color][/QUOTE]

Damn you're angry about this. Sorry dude. Must of hit a sore spot.

And I didn't even do what you just accused me of.

Oh well, it's been fun.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice.

-Helpmann :D


[i][size=2][color=blue]
AAA..... Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, UK, USA...
AA...... Japan, Ireland, Spain...
A........ Israel, South Korea...
BBB..... Mexico, Russia
BBB-.... Brazil, Iceland
[B]-------------------------------J U N K -------------------------------[/B]
BB+..... Colombia, Greece, Panama (1989, US Invasion)
BB....... Costa Rica, El Salvador ('80-'92, Civil War)
BB-...... Serbia, Venezuela (2002, Renationalization of all Hydrocarbons)
B+....... Bosnia, Cambodia ('67-'75, Civil War)
B........ Dominican Republic, Lebanon, Honduras (2009, Political Crisis)
B-....... Bolivia, Grenada, Jamaica, Argentina (2002, Default of International Debt)
CCC+.. Ecuador (1999, Default on Brady Bonds) [/i][/size][/color][/QUOTE]


A year ago by S&P and Panama seems to be OK
[url]http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2009/may/22/recession-government-borrowing#zoomed-picture[/url]

[QUOTE=Questner]A year ago by S&P and Panama seems to be OK
[url]http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2009/may/22/recession-government-borrowing#zoomed-picture[/url][/QUOTE]Yeah, Panama has a "positive" rating outlook from both S&P and Fitch. Also, Fitch gives Panama at BBB- rating, which is investment grade (S&P rating is BB+).

-Helpmann :)

Thank you, Jackson, for not deleting "dominicanwatchdog.org" from Jaososua's post. I'd been pondering the DR as a possible "expat haven" for my retirement; some "WWW-window shopping" of Costambar (Blackbeard's neighborhood) real estate revealed that a modest villa would be within my means. But Dominican Watchdog threw a well-deserved monkey wrench into those ponderings....

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]
Also from Dominican Watchdog: "Too many tourists killed in the Dominican Republic(Update 5), Crime statistics from December also shows that Dominican Republic is now one of the most dangerous tourist destinations in the Caribbean with 23 foreigners killed."

[url]http://dominicanwatchdog.org/dominican_news/page-Too_many_tourists_killed_in_the_Dominican_Republic[/url][/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Westy]Thank you, Jackson, for not deleting "dominicanwatchdog.org" from Jaososua's post. I'd been pondering the DR as a possible "expat haven" for my retirement; some "WWW-window shopping" of Costambar (Blackbeard's neighborhood) real estate revealed that a modest villa would be within my means. But Dominican Watchdog threw a well-deserved monkey wrench into those ponderings....[/QUOTE]

Admin should add a thread about living in the Dominican Republic. I have never had a negative experience in the country but as stated before, I am a very careful person and I do not stay enough time in DR to be hit by negative probabilities. I have though about moving to Santo Domingo, there are a few well paid jobs in the city for people of my profession that can help me have a decent life in the city. The big plus of the city compared to Puerto Rico is the chica scene but almost every other aspect of living in Santo Domingo are minuses.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice.

Helpmann :D

[i][size=2][color=blue]
AAA..... Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, UK, USA...
AA...... Japan, Ireland, Spain...
A........ Israel, South Korea...
BBB..... Mexico, Russia
BBB-.... Brazil, Iceland
[B]-------------------------------J U N K -------------------------------[/B]
BB+..... Colombia, Greece, Panama (1989, US Invasion)
BB....... Costa Rica, El Salvador ('80-'92, Civil War)
BB-...... Serbia, Venezuela (2002, Renationalization of all Hydrocarbons)
B+....... Bosnia, Cambodia ('67-'75, Civil War)
B........ Dominican Republic, Lebanon, Honduras (2009, Political Crisis)
B-....... Bolivia, Grenada, Jamaica, Argentina (2002, Default of International Debt)
CCC+.. Ecuador (1999, Default on Brady Bonds) [/i][/size][/color][/QUOTE]Don't mean to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] you off but despite bond rating Cuenca Ecuador was rated as best place to retire by MSN money. So Bond ratings don't tell the whole story. I do not mean to question your expert opinion.

[url]http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/RetirementandWills/RetireInStyle/the-worlds-best-places-to-retire.aspx[/url]

[QUOTE=Westy]Thank you, Jackson, for not deleting "dominicanwatchdog.org" from Jaososua's post. I'd been pondering the DR as a possible "expat haven" for my retirement; some "WWW-window shopping" of Costambar (Blackbeard's neighborhood) real estate revealed that a modest villa would be within my means. But Dominican Watchdog threw a well-deserved monkey wrench into those ponderings.[/QUOTE]I own a home in Costambar and have never had a problem. Also as you say prices are dropping and will probaly drop further. But I follow strict rules that I apply, being this is my safe zone. I never take guests to my home. And I remain low key with the locals there. I only stop there when I need a break from Sosua.

With that said it is also a very boring place. Sometimes I feel funny having an apt across the street from Costambar beach, but never wanting to go there.

I paid 40k USD years ago and it balloned to 120k at one point. But now I won't sell at a depreciated value because it was a long term investment.

But there was a guy on DR1 who projected that the DR could become the next Mexico. As tourism declines in Mexico because of the drug violence, so could the DR as it becomes the next major staging spot for drugs destined for the states.

As I understand it, some of the people being deported with NewYork connections are now competing with the local Dominicanos for future rights.

I'd like to second Boricua's proposal in favor of a "Living In The D.R." thread.

The notion of living in a "Caribbean paradise" does tempt me ... and it would help if the price were reasonably cheap. The Puerto Plata area looks nice, and real-estate there certainly isn't expensive. The "endless summer" tempts, too. BUT - no bed of roses is entirely free from thorns.

A source I've gotten used to using is the [i]International Living[/i] website and magazine. They haven't given a lot of attention to the DomRep lately, but their "e-letters" from 2007 and 2008 included several that dealt with the coast between Cabarete and Sosua ... aye, me buckos, Monger Central!

The [i]IL[/i] Quality-of-Life rankings for 2010, though, brought the DomRep in at #73 - way below countries like Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Panama, Costa Rica ... Oddly, they rated "Climate" rather poorly; maybe their air conditioners weren't working. Other items that got low marks include Infrastructure, Risk & Safety, the Economy, and Leisure & Culture. "Cost of Living" was just barely ahead of the USA, which surprised me; but it's "indexed" to a lifestyle equivalent to the USA, and based on the US State Department's Index of Overseas Living Costs. (And US-Embassy-personnel "home security" standards boost the price of rentals pretty strongly.)

But the articles I read point out that beach-access real estate in the DomRep is a great bargain, and they do praise the beaches and the beautiful scenery. (I don't [i]think[/i] they were talking about the type of "scenery" we enjoy around Blackbeard's pool & patio, though.) And it appears that the Dom Rep exempts retired expats from paying income tax on their foreign-sourced pensions ... if Sir Charles is reading, can you confirm this?

I can see "minuses" to the DomRep - the roads, the driving, the crazy motoconchistas - and there are always risks to being "rich" in a relatively-poor country. (The 2010 CIA Factbook gives a GDP-per-capita figure of $8300 per annum - that's about two months of my pension, after taxes - and a Gini index of just under 50.) But as I said about "beds of roses"....

How does the expat resident get along with life in the DomRep? What kind of prices, or rental costs, could you expect for desirable real estate? What about shopping, transportation, and the multitude of things you might go out doing when you're not in bed? Any particular "must see" items; conversely, any places you "must avoid"...?

I would appreciate a thread about Living In The Dominican Republic, and I would be eager to participate in such a thread.

Thanks for the reply, i googled it and it sounds like 2 weeks prior need to take pet to vet for checkup then should be fine.

I work via internet so I work from home, thinking about going to DR for a few months, but was wanting to take my dog with me for protection and because I really don't want to leave him with someone.

I figure he's a good deterrent for 9 out of 10 prowlers, of course nothings full proof, but he would not be left alone very much really, and he's a good night watchman lol.

I guess along the lines of longer stays, what are the internet options and cost, for dsl unlimited access or wireless unlimited access?

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]I live in New York and I have seen people carry onto the plane a small pet container with a small dog, from JFK to Santo Domingo and also the from Santo Domingo to JFK.

From what I saw, appears it is no big problem to travel with a dog as long as the paperwork is correct.

Be careful with a dog in DR. Thieves will poison dogs in order to break into a house more easily. Thieves will steal chihuahuas, these really small dogs are popular pets in DR.

Growing up in the States, I was always told not to give dogs chicken bones. In DR, the dogs eat everything, chicken bones, no problem. Lots of fleas in DR, so if you bring your dog, I would have a supply of Frontline for fleas and/or Revolution or Advantage (fleas, mites, some intestinal parasites). I buy Advantage and Revolution online, no prescription necessary and the products are shipped from Australia (total pet supply com).[/QUOTE]

Good post.

I would disagree that the coast between Cabarete and Sosua is monger central. Lots of areas to monger in Dom Rep.

With your pension you could live nicely in Dom Rep.

If you are inclined to live in Dom Rep, I would suggest doing a tour around the island so that you know how the different areas differ.

North coast has earthquakes, south coast has hurricanes, inland has floods.

Many foreigners like the north coast. With a $4k month budget, I would probably rent an apartment in Santo Domingo and make that my base. I would rent a car when I wanted to travel someplace. When you live there, you will make friends with people who have cars, so it may not be necessary to own your own car. For a retired person, Santo Domingo is not bad. Some of the other places, there are less people, more wide open spaces and could be a little more dangerous for an older person.

I have not been to the south west yet, Barahona and Bani. I have not been to Costanza yet, mountain town with cooler night time temperatures and cool fresh water streams.

I enjoy watching the TV show "House Hunters International", several times they have done shows from the punta cana/bavaro area of Dom Rep, with some nice condominium apartments.

[QUOTE=Westy]I'd like to second Boricua's proposal in favor of a "Living In The D.R." thread.

The notion of living in a "Caribbean paradise" does tempt me ... and it would help if the price were reasonably cheap. The Puerto Plata area looks nice, and real-estate there certainly isn't expensive. The "endless summer" tempts, too. BUT - no bed of roses is entirely free from thorns.

A source I've gotten used to using is the [i]International Living[/i] website and magazine. They haven't given a lot of attention to the DomRep lately, but their "e-letters" from 2007 and 2008 included several that dealt with the coast between Cabarete and Sosua ... aye, me buckos, Monger Central!

The [i]IL[/i] Quality-of-Life rankings for 2010, though, brought the DomRep in at #73 - way below countries like Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Panama, Costa Rica ... Oddly, they rated "Climate" rather poorly; maybe their air conditioners weren't working. Other items that got low marks include Infrastructure, Risk & Safety, the Economy, and Leisure & Culture. "Cost of Living" was just barely ahead of the USA, which surprised me; but it's "indexed" to a lifestyle equivalent to the USA, and based on the US State Department's Index of Overseas Living Costs. (And US-Embassy-personnel "home security" standards boost the price of rentals pretty strongly.)

But the articles I read point out that beach-access real estate in the DomRep is a great bargain, and they do praise the beaches and the beautiful scenery. (I don't [i]think[/i] they were talking about the type of "scenery" we enjoy around Blackbeard's pool & patio, though.) And it appears that the Dom Rep exempts retired expats from paying income tax on their foreign-sourced pensions ... if Sir Charles is reading, can you confirm this?

I can see "minuses" to the DomRep - the roads, the driving, the crazy motoconchistas - and there are always risks to being "rich" in a relatively-poor country. (The 2010 CIA Factbook gives a GDP-per-capita figure of $8300 per annum - that's about two months of my pension, after taxes - and a Gini index of just under 50.) But as I said about "beds of roses"....

How does the expat resident get along with life in the DomRep? What kind of prices, or rental costs, could you expect for desirable real estate? What about shopping, transportation, and the multitude of things you might go out doing when you're not in bed? Any particular "must see" items; conversely, any places you "must avoid"...?

I would appreciate a thread about Living In The Dominican Republic, and I would be eager to participate in such a thread.[/QUOTE]

most homes have metal bars on the windows and metal gates to somewhat block thieves. just be careful about leaving your dog in the yard or near an open window where would be thieves could offer the dog poisoned meat.

i am in the process of getting more information regarding a mobile internet router for my laptop with claro. bq ribs sent me some information yesterday.

you may want to visit the claro or orange webpage to get more information regarding internet service, speed and cost.

i am sure other guys on this board have more information regarding internet speeds and costs.

[quote=ave white boy]thanks for the reply, i googled it and it sounds like 2 weeks prior need to take pet to vet for checkup then should be fine.

i work via internet so i work from home, thinking about going to dr for a few months, but was wanting to take my dog with me for protection and because i really don't want to leave him with someone.

i figure he's a good deterrent for 9 out of 10 prowlers, of course nothings full proof, but he would not be left alone very much really, and he's a good night watchman lol.

i guess along the lines of longer stays, what are the internet options and cost, for dsl unlimited access or wireless unlimited access?[/quote]

[quote=Helpmann]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice...[/quote][QUOTE=Ayyyypapi]Don't mean to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] you off but despite bond rating Cuenca Ecuador was rated as best place to retire by MSN money. So Bond ratings don't tell the whole story. I do not mean to question your expert opinion.

[url]http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/RetirementandWills/RetireInStyle/the-worlds-best-places-to-retire.aspx[/url][/QUOTE]If you're going to start encouraging mongers to buy homes (illiquid asset) in a country which devalued its currency by over 50% just 12-years ago then be my guest.

[b]NOTE: One of the problems with these articles is that it is a "snapshot in time" (1-year) for people who plan to make a 10-20 year lifetime investment.[/b]

-Helpmann :D

Step 1. Get a vasectomy
Step 2. Keep all of your cash in a FDIC bank in the US
Step 3. Rent an apartment
Step 4. Buy a car
Step 5. Buy a gun
Step 6. Plan out an escape plan back to the States if you decided to skip "Step 1"

Helpmann ;)

[quote=Ayyyypapi]Don't mean to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] you off but despite bond rating Cuenca Ecuador was rated as best place to retire by MSN money.[/quote]
[QUOTE=Helpmann]If you're going to start encouraging mongers to buy homes (illiquid asset) in a country which devalued its currency by over 50% just 12-years ago then be my guest.[/QUOTE]
And since 2000, Ecuador has replaced the sucre with the Yankee Dollar ... another endangered currency, I fear... :(

Wuzzn't we talkin'bout the Dom Rep?

HOTEL15 promotion code, good until August 12, 2010, for travel through September, 30, 2010. Will take 15% off the cost of a one night or more hotel stay, booked on Orbitz.

[QUOTE=Westy]I'd like to second Boricua's proposal in favor of a "Living In The D.R." thread.

I would appreciate a thread about Living In The Dominican Republic, and I would be eager to participate in such a thread.[/QUOTE]

Please include me in the list of those with an interest in the thread.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]I own a home in Costambar and have never had a problem. Also as you say prices are dropping and will probaly drop further. But I follow strict rules that I apply, being this is my safe zone. [B][U]I never take guests to my home[/U].[/B] And I remain low key with the locals there.[/QUOTE]

My very knowledgeable uncle gave me this advice while helping me move into my first apartment after graduate school. I remember it like yesterday. He was adamant about not bringing visitors to my apartment, and not visiting apartments of visitors that I did not know on a non-playing basis. Likewise, he stressed the importance of not being too chatty with the neighbors.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]With that said [Costambar] is also a very boring place. Sometimes I feel funny having an apt across the street from Costambar beach, but never wanting to go there.[/QUOTE]

This is funny. I do not hang-out in my neighborhood in the states, even though it is a trendy one. It is too close, so to speak. I saw some of the places across from the beach, and liked them. However, I would not care to be seen by the workers as a long-term resident.

I may need to retain Mr. Gogo for advice on relocating. :)

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]. But I follow strict rules that I apply, being this is my safe zone. I never take guests to my home. .[/QUOTE]

Lets suppose that I move to Santo Domingo. I have some friends I have met over the internet on recent years, we hang on restaurants and bars every time I travel. You recommend me never to allow the girls to visit me? Why?


Let’s suppose that I arrive home from work and I find that my laptop was stolen, who will probably be responsible for the robbery: a neighbor? a contractor or some home service provider? my friends? my friend’s friends? a professional thief? my landlord?

Thanks for your response.

[QUOTE=Professor 1]Please include me in the list of those with an interest in the thread.[/QUOTE]Please include me on that list. Starting to get close to retirement and long for a place with warm winters and lower cost of living.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]Lets suppose that I move to Santo Domingo. I have some friends I have met over the internet on recent years, we hang on restaurants and bars every time I travel. You recommend me never to allow the girls to visit me? Why?


Let’s suppose that I arrive home from work and I find that my laptop was stolen, who will probably be responsible for the robbery: a neighbor? a contractor or some home service provider? my friends? my friend’s friends? a professional thief? my landlord?

Thanks for your response.[/QUOTE]You didn't state if your renting or buying? Renting gives you more flexibility. But if you buy.

The last thing you need is girls stopping by unexpectedly laying claims. As we travel its easy for us to disconnect but when you live in one location the game changes. I've had girls in Sosua stake out my hotels and make scenes, do you want this where you live?

Robbers need vital intel usually. Do you live alone? Your schedule? Do you have an alarm? Do you have valuables? Your openness will provide the needed intel to assist the robbers. Just my opinion. Plus where do you go to have peace if you have the party house?

The DR1 website has a lot of useful info on living in the Dominican Republic

[url]http://www.dr1/living/index.shtml[/url]

[QUOTE=Professor 1]My very knowledgeable uncle gave me this advice while helping me move into my first apartment after graduate school. I remember it like yesterday. He was adamant about not bringing visitors to my apartment, and not visiting apartments of visitors that I did not know on a non-playing basis. Likewise, he stressed the importance of not being too chatty with the neighbors.

This is funny. I do not hang-out in my neighborhood in the states, even though it is a trendy one. It is too close, so to speak. I saw some of the places across from the beach, and liked them. However, I would not care to be seen by the workers as a long-term resident.

I may need to retain Mr. Gogo for advice on relocating.[/QUOTE]I love poker because its like life. You have community cards that are shared, then you have hole cards that are hidden. But as in life you want to create outs. You never want to leave yourself without options. Never play yourself out too soon. As in poker you want to figure out what the other guy is up to, but also deceive to protect your hand while appearing genuine. Some guys hope for the best(pre flop) and hope everything will be okay. Other guys know how to deal with whats dealt(after flop).

I'm not an expert on relocation, Sir Charles and Manizales 911 are more active for this. I'm still searching and learning.

[QUOTE=Westy]I'd like to second Boricua's proposal in favor of a "Living In The D.R." thread.

The notion of living in a "Caribbean paradise" does tempt me ... and it would help if the price were reasonably cheap. The Puerto Plata area looks nice, and real-estate there certainly isn't expensive. The "endless summer" tempts, too. BUT - no bed of roses is entirely free from thorns.

A source I've gotten used to using is the [i]International Living[/i] website and magazine. They haven't given a lot of attention to the DomRep lately, but their "e-letters" from 2007 and 2008 included several that dealt with the coast between Cabarete and Sosua ... aye, me buckos, Monger Central!

The [i]IL[/i] Quality-of-Life rankings for 2010, though, brought the DomRep in at #73 - way below countries like Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Panama, Costa Rica ... Oddly, they rated "Climate" rather poorly; maybe their air conditioners weren't working. Other items that got low marks include Infrastructure, Risk & Safety, the Economy, and Leisure & Culture. "Cost of Living" was just barely ahead of the USA, which surprised me; but it's "indexed" to a lifestyle equivalent to the USA, and based on the US State Department's Index of Overseas Living Costs. (And US-Embassy-personnel "home security" standards boost the price of rentals pretty strongly.)

But the articles I read point out that beach-access real estate in the DomRep is a great bargain, and they do praise the beaches and the beautiful scenery. (I don't [i]think[/i] they were talking about the type of "scenery" we enjoy around Blackbeard's pool & patio, though.) And it appears that the Dom Rep exempts retired expats from paying income tax on their foreign-sourced pensions ... if Sir Charles is reading, can you confirm this?

I can see "minuses" to the DomRep - the roads, the driving, the crazy motoconchistas - and there are always risks to being "rich" in a relatively-poor country. (The 2010 CIA Factbook gives a GDP-per-capita figure of $8300 per annum - that's about two months of my pension, after taxes - and a Gini index of just under 50.) But as I said about "beds of roses"....

How does the expat resident get along with life in the DomRep? What kind of prices, or rental costs, could you expect for desirable real estate? What about shopping, transportation, and the multitude of things you might go out doing when you're not in bed? Any particular "must see" items; conversely, any places you "must avoid"...?

I would appreciate a thread about Living In The Dominican Republic, and I would be eager to participate in such a thread.[/QUOTE]
IL's purposed is to sell properties in certain countries.

[QUOTE=Westy]And since 2000, Ecuador has replaced the sucre with the Yankee Dollar ... another endangered currency, I fear... :(

Wuzzn't we talkin'bout the Dom Rep?[/QUOTE]
Always kissin Chavez's butt!

[QUOTE=Sidney]IL's purposed is to sell properties in certain countries.[/QUOTE]
I'm afraid you have a point there; they do have a lot of "infomercial" content, and the proportion has increased over the years. But I believe they still have a decent proportion of useful content beyond those "Buy Here" articles.

Of course, they don't have the punter's perspective ....

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]Lets suppose that I move to Santo Domingo. I have some friends I have met over the internet on recent years, we hang on restaurants and bars every time I travel. You recommend me never to allow the girls to visit me? Why?


Let’s suppose that I arrive home from work and I find that my laptop was stolen, who will probably be responsible for the robbery: a neighbor? a contractor or some home service provider? my friends? my friend’s friends? a professional thief? my landlord?

Thanks for your response.[/QUOTE]I cannot speak for Mr. Gogo, but you do not want the hassle of having girls that you meet "on the street" making unannounced visits to your place at any time for any reason. Moreover, it opens you up to potential, and avoidable, danger. I violated this rule once. I has horrified when a former date knocked upon my door one night-after "promising" never to come to my place-and announcing that she needed to make some $$ for food, etc., and etc. I did not need my neighbors to see this side of my social life. Moreover, you set yourself up for a potential false claim. It is one thing to take a girl to a hotel and have LE, her brother, her father, or her husband go there looking for you, even if you did nothing. It is quite another to have one of these folks come to your residence looking for you. You must always avoid unnecessary risks.

Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?

What about your those of you that have regular girlfriends or shall I say non-pro? Did you find that a girl from a nice area like Moca or la vega or santiago acting real kinky or did you get a girl that was down right boring and not experimental or cooperative.

[QUOTE=Sidney]Always kissin Chavez's butt![/QUOTE]Hi Sidney - I sure hope that the DR doesn't turn into Jamaica. Maybe it's too late?

[url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704532204575397882614635158.html?mod=WSJ_hpp_LEFTTopStories]Jamaica's Growing Violence Threatens Retiree Economy[/url]

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Sidney]IL's purposed is to sell properties in certain countries.[/QUOTE]Hi Sidney,

I wasn't familiar with the magazine "International Living" until this week. Jesus, the "International Living Retirement Index" is garbage! 55% of the index's weight is what I would call Real Cost of Living (Cost of Real Estate + Cost of Living + Cost of Health Care) and 20% of the index's weight is what they call "Special Benefits," which is highly subjective. Climate and Safety are each weighted at 5% and the numbers look like they were pulled out of a hat.

I hope no one made any retirement decisions based on this rigged index.

[b]NOTE: Anyone who wants a quality index would be much better off looking at the United Nation's Annual Human Development Index. Although, the UN's index doesn't take into account things like cost of living or climate, one can just scroll down the list until they get to a GDP/per capita and region they're comfortable with.[/b]

-Helpmann :)

[b][url=http://hdr.undp.org/en/reports/global/hdr2009/chapters/]Human Development Report 2009[/url][/b]

[size=2][i]Human Development Index 2009 (2007 values)
1. Norway
2. Australia
3. Iceland
4. Canada
5. Ireland...
[b]13. United States...[/b]
44. Chile...
49. Argentina...
53. Mexico
54. Costa Rica...
55. Panama...
75. Brazil...
77. Colombia...
80. Ecuador...
[b]90. Dominican Republic...[/b]
100. Jamaica[/i][/size]

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Hi Sidney,

I wasn't familiar with the magazine "International Living" until this week. Jesus, the "International Living Retirement Index" is garbage! 55% of the index's weight is what I would call Real Cost of Living (Cost of Real Estate + Cost of Living + Cost of Health Care) and 20% of the index's weight is what they call "Special Benefits," which is highly subjective. Climate and Safety are each weighted at 5% and the numbers look like they were pulled out of a hat.

I hope no one made any retirement decisions based on this rigged index.

[b]NOTE: Anyone who wants a quality index would be much better off looking at the United Nation's Annual Human Development Index. Although, the UN's index doesn't take into account things like cost of living or climate, one can just scroll down the list until they get to a GDP/per capita and region they're comfortable with.[/b]

-Helpmann :)

[b][url=http://hdr.undp.org/en/reports/global/hdr2009/chapters/]Human Development Report 2009[/url][/b]

[size=2][i]Human Development Index 2009 (2007 values)
1. Norway
3. Iceland
4. Canada.
Jamaica[/i][/size][/QUOTE]Go and see for yourself. Canada? Iceland? is this a joke? Make your own index; Know who you are, decide what you want, and just do it.

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?[/QUOTE]I've personally had no problems finding a broad that takes the skeet in the mouth or the old money shot to the face( my personal favorite). You'll have no problems forfilling majority of ur sexual desires in DR

The only problem u might have is finding in all out orgy. For some reason gangbangs are not common at all.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Hi Sidney,

I wasn't familiar with the magazine "International Living" until this week. Jesus, the "International Living Retirement Index" is garbage! 55% of the index's weight is what I would call Real Cost of Living (Cost of Real Estate + Cost of Living + Cost of Health Care) and 20% of the index's weight is what they call "Special Benefits," which is highly subjective. Climate and Safety are each weighted at 5% and the numbers look like they were pulled out of a hat.

I hope no one made any retirement decisions based on this rigged index.

[b]NOTE: Anyone who wants a quality index would be much better off looking at the United Nation's Annual Human Development Index. Although, the UN's index doesn't take into account things like cost of living or climate, one can just scroll down the list until they get to a GDP/per capita and region they're comfortable with.[/b]

-Helpmann :)

[b][url=http://hdr.undp.org/en/reports/global/hdr2009/chapters/]Human Development Report 2009[/url][/b]

[size=2][i]Human Development Index 2009 (2007 values)
1. Norway
2. Australia
3. Iceland
4. Canada
5. Ireland...
[b]13. United States...[/b]
44. Chile...
49. Argentina...
53. Mexico
54. Costa Rica...
55. Panama...
75. Brazil...
77. Colombia...
80. Ecuador...
[b]90. Dominican Republic...[/b]
100. Jamaica[/i][/size][/QUOTE]
Garbage to influence real estate sales!

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?

What about your those of you that have regular girlfriends or shall I say non-pro? Did you find that a girl from a nice area like Moca or la vega or santiago acting real kinky or did you get a girl that was down right boring and not experimental or cooperative.[/QUOTE]


In the DR you have choices. You have to learn to exercise them. If you have a chica who apparently doesn't care to please you in bed, why would you spend your time or money with her? If you hear a chica say "No" to a simple request for something that gives you pleasure in the bedroom - and she gets away with it, expect her to walk all over you in other aspects of life.

Any well raised Dominican or Haitian chica will try to please you sexually - so if you want certain things tell her. I wouldn't expect them to spontaneously want CIM or swallowing or anal or even to do it the way you like the first time out, but if I heard "No" to something like that it would be a real red flag about continuing to see her.

There are lots of chicas who value their relationship and understand that good sex is the foundation - and that means doing whatever it is that pleases you.

It may seem politically incorrect, but it seems very common for chicas to "test" you and expect to be put in their place. When that happens they are normally content (and apologetic and submissive). The culture here and in LA in general expects a man to be in control more than in the US.

Also many chicas would not want to seem too slutty by initiating this sort of thing or even not objecting a little. When their novio is firm with them though they will quickly get used to not spilling a drop of his leche.

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?

What about your those of you that have regular girlfriends or shall I say non-pro? Did you find that a girl from a nice area like Moca or la vega or santiago acting real kinky or did you get a girl that was down right boring and not experimental or cooperative.[/QUOTE]
It's kind of funny that Latinos perceive American women as the ones willing to engage in that type of sexual stuff.

As for who does and who doesn't, let's separate putas from regular women. A puta, due to the nature of what they do and the "men" they associate with, will end-up doing anything, just give them time. Regular women associate with regular men who don't need that kind a sex. Personally, it would be hard for me to do those thing to the future mother of my children and I would start to question myself as to why do I need that kind of stuff.

My first trip to Santiago, I met in person a few chicas who I knew from online, I had coffee or drinks for an hour or two with some of them and no sex. My first day in Santiago, the third online chica who came to meet me at Montezuma Bar was a sexy chica from Moca who was studying in Santiago. It was the first time I had seen her in person, she was wearing a mini skirt, a blouse made of thin cotton and no bra, nice perky breasts and nipples. She has no children. We exited Montezuma Bar around 5pm and I headed toward the highway that goes toward Santo Domingo. In the car, I told the chica that it was my first day in Santiago and that I had driven up from Santo Domingo earlier in the day. I told the chica that I needed to shower and that I would do that in a cabana. I asked her which cabana she liked and she told me bora bora. We went to bora bora cabana and had great sex. She gave a a great bareback BJ, if I wanted to I could have made a deposit in her mouth.

The next chica I had sex with in Santiago, lived in Bermudez, Santiago, 38 DD breasts, no kids, 21 years old, worked in an appliance store. The first night I saw her in person we hung out at Overlounge bar and no sex. The next time I saw her, I invited her to my room at the el gran almirante hotel and told her I was driving to Santo Domingo later in the day. She noticed my hard on and I told her I couldn't drive with a hard on, bbbjcim, no problem.

Each chica is different. Some chicas love oral sex, others are not so crazy about oral sex. Some will take the leche in the mouth, some will swallow most if not all the leche, others may spit some of it out.

I wish I knew how to predict how a chica will perform in bed, but I can't. Some pros that I was with in Sosua were terrible in bed. Some chicas with normal jobs were incredible in bed. Take it on a case by case basis, some DR chicas are very wild and passionate, others less so.

I had sex with one chica from La Vega, 21 years old, no kids, beautiful breasts, she was boring in bed.

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?

What about your those of you that have regular girlfriends or shall I say non-pro? Did you find that a girl from a nice area like Moca or la vega or santiago acting real kinky or did you get a girl that was down right boring and not experimental or cooperative.[/QUOTE]

I found bareback bjs to be very normal in the DR by both pros and non pros. Only once out of some 30 or so pros in my two visits I was told to put a condom on before head and I kicked her out of my room soon after. I found it easy to finish CIM with pros, however they always spit it out. Apparently I was unlucky, because it really turns me on to see them gulp it down. Like Rebel Monger said, sometimes I start asking myself why I need that kind of stuff. Maybe I should cut down on the porn, lol.

[QUOTE=Panman]I found bareback bjs to be very normal in the DR by both pros and non pros. Only once out of some 30 or so pros in my two visits I was told to put a condom on before head and I kicked her out of my room soon after. I found it easy to finish CIM with pros, however they always spit it out. Apparently I was unlucky, because it really turns me on to see them gulp it down. Like Rebel Monger said, sometimes I start asking myself why I need that kind of stuff. Maybe I should cut down on the porn, lol.[/QUOTE]
From my limited experence in the DR I have found a BBBJ is most always a given with pros ( I have not had any non pros in the DR ). I think that without a condom is actully better for the girls as bare skin has to be better than their mouth rubbing on laytex. It seems with a covered BJ the girl always spends less time than bare back and they quickly move to sexo.

[QUOTE=Rebel Monger]It's kind of funny that Latinos perceive American women as the ones willing to engage in that type of sexual stuff.

As for who does and who doesn't, let's separate putas from regular women. A puta, due to the nature of what they do and the "men" they associate with, will end-up doing anything, just give them time. Regular women associate with regular men who don't need that kind a sex. Personally, it would be hard for me to do those thing to the future mother of my children and I would start to question myself as to why do I need that kind of stuff.[/QUOTE]I agree, I look at things totally different if it concerned the mother of my kids. With that said I ask myself could I settle down with an ex punta if we don't have or want kid. Barring marriage hell yeah I could settle down with an ex punta. You know her sex skills are there. If she can cook and clean house and respect me, why wouldn't I? Sure I would worry about running into her old sex partners. And I'm sure a Dominican babys daddy is around, But this all figures into the equation.

I think what really turns me on about kicking it with an ex punta is that she has no sex outs. None of that "I have a head ache" or other excuse not to fuck or suck. As an ex pro the least she is going to do is give you head. As an ex pro trained in fucking, your fantasies are unlimited(threesomes, anal, cim).

As I get older I realize marriage is not for me, and maybe a girlfriend might be to much. But a companion who knows how to get a hard dick off, a companion who knows when I don't want to talk to shut the fuck up, and a companion who's clean and lady like fits the bill.

Sure this sounds like the alpha male, but major sacrifices come from my end also. Financial security, romance(even ex puntas want this), and respect are what I offer besides being able to look beyond her past.

Fuck a pretty, stuck up, haven't been fucked much girl, I'll stick with an ex punta anyday.

I've been reading through the various reports, however, really need to finalize/book a trip for me and some friends very quickly (just decided to go and have little time to research) I am trying to decide where to go in DR. It seems to be between Punta Cana and Sousa based on the number of reports written. My guess is that either of these places is better than Santo Domingo. We're basically looking for something on the beach for 3 nights that is close to the action. Probably something higher end (I. E., similar to Westin or W in the US versus Econo Lodge or Days Inn). Any advice as to which city is best and perhaps whether an all-inclusive is recommended would be very appreciated.

Thank you!

So what about the non-pros? Did you find that they were more receptive to doing things like cim and swallow?

Of the third world countries I have traveled to I find that when a girl is your girlfrind she will be willing to indulge in all sorts of sex activity with you. Just for the fact that she is your girlfriend and that you are looking after her.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]I agree, I look at things totally different if it concerned the mother of my kids. With that said I ask myself could I settle down with an ex punta if we don't have or want kid. Barring marriage hell yeah I could settle down with an ex punta. You know her sex skills are there. If she can cook and clean house and respect me, why wouldn't I? Sure I would worry about running into her old sex partners. And I'm sure a Dominican babys daddy is around, But this all figures into the equation.

I think what really turns me on about kicking it with an ex punta is that she has no sex outs. None of that "I have a head ache" or other excuse not to fuck or suck. As an ex pro the least she is going to do is give you head. As an ex pro trained in fucking, your fantasies are unlimited(threesomes, anal, cim).

As I get older I realize marriage is not for me, and maybe a girlfriend might be to much. But a companion who knows how to get a hard dick off, a companion who knows when I don't want to talk to shut the fuck up, and a companion who's clean and lady like fits the bill.

Sure this sounds like the alpha male, but major sacrifices come from my end also. Financial security, romance(even ex puntas want this), and respect are what I offer besides being able to look beyond her past.

Fuck a pretty, stuck up, haven't been fucked much girl, I'll stick with an ex punta anyday.[/QUOTE]
Mr. G, I know you said you didn't want to get married, but an old and I think a saying that has a lot of truth is- *****s make the best wifes.
See you in MDE on Sept. 5th
BTW can anyone tell me why the English version of Puta is blacked out? We say way more worse stuff than that and it goes thru like shit thru a goose.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]Barring marriage hell yeah I could settle down with an ex punta. You know her sex skills are there. If she can cook and clean house and respect me, why wouldn't I? Sure I would worry about running into her old sex partners. And I'm sure a Dominican babys daddy is around, But this all figures into the equation.
As I get older I realize marriage is not for me, and maybe a girlfriend might be to much. But a companion who knows how to get a hard dick off, a companion who knows when I don't want to talk to shut the fuck up, and a companion who's clean and lady like fits the bill.

Sure this sounds like the alpha male, but major sacrifices come from my end also. Financial security, romance(even ex puntas want this), and respect are what I offer besides being able to look beyond her past.

Fuck a pretty, stuck up, haven't been fucked much girl, I'll stick with an ex punta anyday.[/QUOTE]This does not sound at all like the 'alpha male'.

[QUOTE=Poker Man]I've been reading through the various reports, however, really need to finalize/book a trip for me and some friends very quickly (just decided to go and have little time to research) I am trying to decide where to go in DR. It seems to be between Punta Cana and Sousa based on the number of reports written. My guess is that either of these places is better than Santo Domingo. We're basically looking for something on the beach for 3 nights that is close to the action. Probably something higher end (I. E., similar to Westin or W in the US versus Econo Lodge or Days Inn). Any advice as to which city is best and perhaps whether an all-inclusive is recommended would be very appreciated.

Thank you![/QUOTE]Punta Cana has 386 reports. Sosua has 6,599 reports.

Sosua is a more well established mongering destination. Much easier to Monger in Sosua than Punta Cana.

Terra Linda, New Garden are two Sosua hotels that get mostly good reviews.

There are none, all inclusive hotels that are chica friendly. If you were to stay at an all inclusive hotel you would have to pay extra to bring in a chica.

PUJ is the airport code for punta cana. For Sosua you would use POP, Puerto Plata airport.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]I agree, I look at things totally different if it concerned the mother of my kids. With that said I ask myself could I settle down with an ex [color=red]punta[/color] if we don't have or want kid. Barring marriage hell yeah I could settle down with an ex [color=red]punta[/color]. You know her sex skills are there. If she can cook and clean house and respect me, why wouldn't I? Sure I would worry about running into her old sex partners. And I'm sure a Dominican babys daddy is around, But this all figures into the equation.

I think what really turns me on about kicking it with an ex [color=red]punta[/color] is that she has no sex outs. None of that "I have a head ache" or other excuse not to fuck or suck. As an ex pro the least she is going to do is give you head. As an ex pro trained in fucking, your fantasies are unlimited(threesomes, anal, cim).

As I get older I realize marriage is not for me, and maybe a girlfriend might be to much. But a companion who knows how to get a hard dick off, a companion who knows when I don't want to talk to shut the fuck up, and a companion who's clean and lady like fits the bill.

Sure this sounds like the alpha male, but major sacrifices come from my end also. Financial security, romance(even ex [color=red]puntas[/color] want this), and respect are what I offer besides being able to look beyond her past.

Fuck a pretty, stuck up, haven't been fucked much girl, I'll stick with an ex [color=red]punta[/color] anyday.[/QUOTE]The word is "puta" not "punta." Punta means "end" or "top." Puta means "prostitute."

-GrammarMann ;)


[b]__________________________________
"What it takes is the will to do exactly what you want." -Helpmann
"A hard dick has no conscience." -Anonymous[/b]

[QUOTE=Golfinho]This does not sound at all like the 'alpha male'.[/QUOTE]Qualities of an "alpha male":

1) Take charge.
2) Confident.
3) Dominate.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]The word is "puta" not "punta. " Punta means "end" or "top. " Puta means "prostitute. "

-GrammarMann.[/QUOTE]Much appreciated. My Spanish is getting good but my pronunciation needs work. Maybe you or someone else can help me with something.

There is this beautiful Spanish girl that gives free lessons on youtube. In my spare time it's a great way to kill time just hearing her talk.

The words that begin with a "V", like vamos and vaso she says with a "b". I was taught to say them as a "v". When I inquired with my Spanish co-workers I was told this is right and wrong.

Also I was correct last week that the two LL's (ella, ellos, llaves) are to be said like Eja, Ejos, Javes. I always thought the two ll's were to be said like "ya" not 'Ja".

[QUOTE=Enigma84]...One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend...[/QUOTE]In the Dominican Republic, nothing gets done for "Gringo" unless "Gringo" does it for himself. Dominicanas are simple women, who believe they know more than everyone. If you want a BBBJCIM, then find yourself a "gazelle," take her back to your place, take out your dick, move her head to your crotch, then cum in her mouth. It's that easy. Maybe she spits and maybe she swallows, but everything else should not run smoothly. If not, don't pay her and tell her to get the fuck out. Then you will see how quickly her attitude changes.

If you want to party, then you have to be the party. If you want something--anything, then just do it. Do it like a man, with conviction and enthusiasm. Two women, three women, young, women, old women, orgies (Brazil), wrapped in cellophane, handcuffed to beds, anal, CIM, DP, dildos, anal plugs, dog chain, role play, photos, videos... It's your fantasy, it's your time, it's your money, and it's your will.

-Helpmann :)

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Never had a problem finding one or a dozen who allow CIM or will swallow for me. Getting two to share it is a little more work however ;) :)

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Hello,

I have been wondering this kind of thing for some time now so I wanted to ask a more traveled monger.

One of my friends that has traveled alot to the Dominican Republic and other places has said that he found it really difficult to find girls that will swallow let alone the ones that do CIM (both Pros and Non-pros). I found this kind of disappointing since I always thought that DR was one of the places where the women are prepared to do the nastiest stuff to their punter or boyfriend.

So the question is, did any of you guys traveling to DR have problems with pros doing really kinky swallowing and CIM?

What about your those of you that have regular girlfriends or shall I say non-pro? Did you find that a girl from a nice area like Moca or la vega or santiago acting real kinky or did you get a girl that was down right boring and not experimental or cooperative.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]The words that begin with a "V", like vamos and vaso she says with a "b". I was taught to say them as a "v". When I inquired with my Spanish co-workers I was told this is right and wrong.

Also I was correct last week that the two LL's (ella, ellos, llaves) are to be said like Eja, Ejos, Javes. I always thought the two ll's were to be said like "ya" not 'Ja".[/QUOTE]
Castilian is considered the purest Spanish (if that matters to you). In Castilian "B" and "V" are interchangeable and normally pronounced as an indistinct consonant halfway between the two.

Double "ll" in Castilian is always pronounced like "y" in English, but throughout the DR (and elsewhere in Latin America?) it is pronounced like English hard "j" are the start of words and often in the middle of words. This may be theoretically incorrect but is so widespread, even among educated speakers, that you would be pissing into the wind trying to speak otherwise.

The good news is that, whichever of the above options you use, you will be understood.

Remember there are ten/twenty times as many people speaking Latin American Spanish as there are speaking Castilian. The benefit of observing Castilian is not because it is "traditional" or "classy" or "more educated" but because it lays down a standard. The same applies in languages as in engineering or design "Standard is better than 'better'".

V and B are pronounced exactly the same, but HOW they are pronounced depends on the position in the word and the letters that follow. If it is the first letter in the word or followed by a vowel, there is a lip smack and a hard sound: boca, albahaca, verde. In other positions the lips do not touch and it has a softer sound: obra, etc. There are also some spelling rules that can help you decide whether to use v or b but I can't remember them right now. My Spanish isn't perfect but my spelling in Spanish is very close to perfect, but I just have it memorized and don't use the rules.

Y and ll vary greatly in their pronunciation from place to place. Here in Buenos Aires (unless y is the last letter in the word), it comes out "zh": Zho me zhamo Ricardo. In Colombia (although this varies from place to place in Colombia; my example is specific to Bógota) it has a strong "fricative" sound and comes out like j: Jo me jamo Ricardo. Other places it has a nasal sound.

Other words for puta that are used in various places: trola, gato (not gata), mina. Just a plain old slutt could be an "atoranta (that might have two r's; I forget)" or a "cualquiera."

Hope that helps!

[QUOTE=Dickhead]V and B are pronounced exactly the same, but HOW they are pronounced depends on the position in the word and the letters that follow. If it is the first letter in the word or followed by a vowel, there is a lip smack and a hard sound: boca, albahaca, verde. In other positions the lips do not touch and it has a softer sound: obra, etc. There are also some spelling rules that can help you decide whether to use v or b but I can't remember them right now. My Spanish isn't perfect but my spelling in Spanish is very close to perfect, but I just have it memorized and don't use the rules.

Y and ll vary greatly in their pronunciation from place to place. Here in Buenos Aires (unless y is the last letter in the word), it comes out "zh": Zho me zhamo Ricardo. In Colombia (although this varies from place to place in Colombia; my example is specific to Bógota) it has a strong "fricative" sound and comes out like j: Jo me jamo Ricardo. Other places it has a nasal sound.

Other words for puta that are used in various places: trola, gato (not gata), mina. Just a plain old slutt could be an "atoranta (that might have two r's; I forget)" or a "cualquiera."

Hope that helps![/QUOTE]
Thanks, Dickhead!

Here in the DR you get "y" ,"zh" and "j" for "ll". I don't know if that is a question of region or educational level or the specific word being spoken.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter]Castilian is considered the purest Spanish (if that matters to you). In Castilian "B" and "V" are interchangeable and normally pronounced as an indistinct consonant halfway between the two.

Double "ll" in Castilian is always pronounced like "y" in English, but throughout the DR (and elsewhere in Latin America?) it is pronounced like English hard "j" are the start of words and often in the middle of words. This may be theoretically incorrect but is so widespread, even among educated speakers, that you would be pissing into the wind trying to speak otherwise.

The good news is that, whichever of the above options you use, you will be understood.

Remember there are ten/twenty times as many people speaking Latin American Spanish as there are speaking Castilian. The benefit of observing Castilian is not because it is "traditional" or "classy" or "more educated" but because it lays down a standard. The same applies in languages as in engineering or design "Standard is better than 'better'".[/QUOTE]You got me Googling Castilan spanish and drinking tea.

Bq ribs had me eating ham sandwiches and going to the zoo. Who said this board was only about sex? Lmao

Also thanks Dickhead, with a name like that you will be remembered.

#1 or #2 or both but likely not #3. Although, it seems to me that both the zh and j sounds are stronger when y or ll is the first letter in the word.

I was saddened to find out that ch is officially no longer a separate letter. That means it is no longer true that h is always silent in Spanish.

It's also important to keep in mind that just as I can talk like a homey from the hood when I want to, or talk like the son of an English teacher that I am, depending on the circumstances, Spanish speakers can often do the same thing.

So who are gazelles and who aren't? you talking pros and regular girls or what?

[QUOTE=Helpmann]In the Dominican Republic, nothing gets done for "Gringo" unless "Gringo" does it for himself. Dominicanas are simple women, who believe they know more than everyone. If you want a BBBJCIM, then find yourself a "gazelle," take her back to your place, take out your dick, move her head to your crotch, then cum in her mouth. It's that easy. Maybe she spits and maybe she swallows, but everything else should not run smoothly. If not, don't pay her and tell her to get the fuck out. Then you will see how quickly her attitude changes.

If you want to party, then you have to be the party. If you want something--anything, then just do it. Do it like a man, with conviction and enthusiasm. Two women, three women, young, women, old women, orgies (Brazil), wrapped in cellophane, handcuffed to beds, anal, CIM, DP, dildos, anal plugs, dog chain, role play, photos, videos... It's your fantasy, it's your time, it's your money, and it's your will.

-Helpmann :)

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So I've never seen any mention of this on any of the boards and figured I might as well post here as this place is such a wealth of information.

I wear contact lenses and take them out when I sleep. I do also have glasses that I can wear when my contacts are out. Without either, I'm practically blind. I feel like I could end up in a rather vulnerable position with a puta. Now, while I know in a nicer place like BB's or one of the better hotels where they take a girl's cedula, I'm sure it's not an issue, but have any of you guys ever had any problems with this? I'm not just talking the DR, but anywhere. I'm going on an extended mongering trip through the Caribbean and SA in the near future and just collecting all the information I can. Of course, don't be stupid and take a $5 puta back to your crappy hotel and make yourself vulnerable, just wondering if anyone had any stories/amusing anecdotes to share on this?

For that matter, with all the talk of brushing your teeth with bottled water, do I need to be concerned about getting that water in my eyes? I use solution, but still. Thanks in advance!

[QUOTE=Deori]So I've never seen any mention of this on any of the boards and figured I might as well post here as this place is such a wealth of information.

I wear contact lenses and take them out when I sleep. I do also have glasses that I can wear when my contacts are out. Without either, I'm practically blind. I feel like I could end up in a rather vulnerable position with a puta. Now, while I know in a nicer place like BB's or one of the better hotels where they take a girl's cedula, I'm sure it's not an issue, but have any of you guys ever had any problems with this? I'm not just talking the DR, but anywhere. I'm going on an extended mongering trip through the Caribbean and SA in the near future and just collecting all the information I can. Of course, don't be stupid and take a $5 puta back to your crappy hotel and make yourself vulnerable, just wondering if anyone had any stories/amusing anecdotes to share on this?

For that matter, with all the talk of brushing your teeth with bottled water, do I need to be concerned about getting that water in my eyes? I use solution, but still. Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]

I also wear contacts and glasses. I had a funny experience regarding my "blindness" when I do not wear anything while I was in Hotel Napolitano on May 2009, you can read my posts about that travel in the forum.

Contact lenses should never be in contact with even bottled or tap water, so I infer you should avoid having your eyes wettened by water minutes before using it. I have never read of harm to eyes because of taking a shower, but I have only mongered in the DR and Curacao.

Dealnews.com is a site that has listings of discounts on many categories of things.

According to dealnews.com American Airlines is running a promotion whereby you can get a 10% off coupon. The instructions are at the dealnews site: [url]http://dealnews.com/American-Airlines-coupon-10-off-flights-to-destinations-worldwide/380284.html[/url]

In September on AA, from JFK to SDQ roundtrip, direct flights are about $340, with a 10% off coupon the round-trip ticket will cost about $300.

Hey Boricua,

Thanks for the response, but after a good long search (I did read a good, detailed report of casas of yours from late May 2009 in the Sianto Domingo thread) could not find any reference to your contacts story. And when I pull up all your posts, it stops at 300 and there isn't a search feature for other members posts that I could find. So if you wouldn't mind posting me a link, otherwise I'll never hear the story.

Thanks!

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]I also wear contacts and glasses. I had a funny experience regarding my "blindness" when I do not wear anything while I was in Hotel Napolitano on May 2009, you can read my posts about that travel in the forum.

Contact lenses should never be in contact with even bottled or tap water, so I infer you should avoid having your eyes wettened by water minutes before using it. I have never read of harm to eyes because of taking a shower, but I have only mongered in the DR and Curacao.[/QUOTE]

I just got the strangest email to an address I only use related to this site and pornography websites.

The email contained a copy of a cedula and a copy of gyn test results for the same person in the cedula. The gyn test results state that she has HPV and has had some lesions removed from her vagina.

Very odd. I don't know the girl and the email did not ask for anything, only stated "importante".

I was wondering what the scam might be.

[QUOTE=Deori]Hey Boricua,

Thanks for the response, but after a good long search (I did read a good, detailed report of casas of yours from late May 2009 in the Sianto Domingo thread) could not find any reference to your contacts story. And when I pull up all your posts, it stops at 300 and there isn't a search feature for other members posts that I could find. So if you wouldn't mind posting me a link, otherwise I'll never hear the story.

Thanks![/QUOTE]My cousin and I were with two chicas in a hotel Napolitano room. I took my lenses off before sex and at a moment my chica was naked on the balcony while I was on my bed. My cousin chica was naked on the other bed, just 3 ft. distant from me and I was looking at her naked body, her nice tits. She told me "hey, don't look at me, look at your chica". I told her I took my lenses off so I can't see her, and she replied "really?" and began to make funny faces and twisting her tongue. I was acting as if I cant see her and trying not to laugh. She believed me but I was enjoying looking at her body.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]I just got the strangest email to an address I only use related to this site and pornography websites.

The email contained a copy of a cedula and a copy of gyn test results for the same person in the cedula. The gyn test results state that she has HPV and has had some lesions removed from her vagina.

Very odd. I don't know the girl and the email did not ask for anything, only stated "importante".

I was wondering what the scam might be.[/QUOTE]Interesting. There is a webpage where you can check cedulas, if anyone knows it please post. Please update if you have new info.

Thanks

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]Interesting. There is a webpage where you can check cedulas, if anyone knows it please post. Please update if you have new info. Thanks.[/QUOTE][url]http://jce.do/web/Default.aspx?base[/url]

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]Interesting. There is a webpage where you can check cedulas, if anyone knows it please post. Please update if you have new info. Thanks.[/QUOTE]The ID checks back to the name on it and the doctors report, perplexing.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]The ID checks back to the name on it and the doctors report, perplexing.[/QUOTE]Definitely perplexing, can you give the initials of her name?

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]My cousin and I were with two chicas in a hotel Napolitano room. I took my lenses off before sex and at a moment my chica was naked on the balcony while I was on my bed. My cousin chica was naked on the other bed, just 3 ft. Distant from me and I was looking at her naked body, her nice tits. She told me "hey, don't look at me, look at your chica". I told her I took my lenses off so I can't see her, and she replied "really? " and began to make funny faces and twisting her tongue. I was acting as if I can't see her and trying not to laugh. She believed me but I was enjoying looking at her body.[/QUOTE]Very funny, thanks.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]Definitely perplexing, can you give the initials of her name?[/QUOTE]


Salycn Ramirez. I never met her, the email address she sent to is a yahoo account that I use for this site and other mongering activities on the web. I use a hotmail account for all emails with the DR. And I have my other email for normal stuff. And unless your deep in the circle of trust you don't get more than 1.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]Salycn Ramirez. I never met her, the email address she sent to is a yahoo account that I use for this site and other mongering activities on the web. I use a hotmail account for all emails with the DR. And I have my other email for normal stuff. And unless your deep in the circle of trust you don't get more than 1.[/QUOTE]

Mmm...same last name of a girl I met on my last trip who told me she is having a pain in his pelvic area and needed 8,000 pesos for laser surgery, she said she sent me an email, I never got it.

[QUOTE=Enigma84]So who are gazelles and who aren't? you talking pros and regular girls or what?[/QUOTE]Could someone please tell me what he is talking about?

[QUOTE=Enigma84]Could someone please tell me what he is talking about?[/QUOTE][b]Search[/b] -> [b]Search Forums[/b] -> [b]Key Words[/b] = gazelle -> [b]User Name[/b] = helpmann

-Helpmann :)


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[QUOTE=Enigma84]Could someone please tell me what he is talking about?[/QUOTE]Along time ago Helpmann came up with a great analogy of the DR chicas, wether they were regular or working chicas. Tigres or Gazelles

Gazelles are the innocent sweet type of female. The ideal type of femAle that you should always strive to get with when your in DR. She could be a regular chick or a working chica but there a Gazelle nevertheless.

A Tigre is a chica that you should avoid at all cost. There that hardcore putas that's not into you and just want your money as fast as possible. They've got more game then the Parker bros.

Examples of a Tigre are:

1. They're aggressive and give you a price from the start of the conversation

2. They don't comply with basic sexual needs like giving head

3. They agree to a price and then once they get to your hotel they ask for more money and cause a seen.

4. They don't stay all nite like you negotiated

There's more rules to spot a Tigre but the important thing is once you spot a Tigre get rid of her ass ASAP. As far as gazelle go they'll rarely approach u, you have to approach them.

Hope this helps.

Are a metaphor from Helpman that I've found like many of his posts to be very helpful.

Unlike the veldt, there are actually more predators than prey on Pedro Clisante or Duarte at night. If you would rather hunt than be hunted it's good to keep this in mind and keep your eyes open during the day in more ordinary places.

Hooking up with a Tigre can range from unpleasant and unrewarding to extremely dangerous. At best it's a waste of time and money.

It's worth avoiding.

Hearing something like "Quiniento pesos, Papi?" from an innocent hot gazelle...
priceless.

The only aspect that I differ on is Haitian chicas. There are definitely black gazelles if that is your preference. Helpman's f-puppet is his own illustration. I would say the main problem is that Haitian Gazelles are very shy and unlikely to approach you - you will likely have to approach them. Many of them don't even go outside after dark, much less to Discos.

A Haitian chica who is bold enough to walk up and make an approach to you is likely a Tigre.

[QUOTE=Marc Anthony]The only aspect that I differ on is Haitian chicas. There are definitely black gazelles if that is your preference. Helpman's f-puppet is his own illustration. I would say the main problem is that Haitian Gazelles are very shy and unlikely to approach you - you will likely have to approach them. Many of them don't even go outside after dark, much less to Discos.

A Haitian chica who is bold enough to walk up and make an approach to you is likely a Tigre.[/QUOTE]Some chica's will grab your crotch as you walk on the sidewalk in Sosua, no shame in their game, both Haitian and Dominican.

[QUOTE=Helpmann][b]Search[/b] -> [b]Search Forums[/b] -> [b]Key Words[/b] = gazelle -> [b]User Name[/b] = helpmann

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From New York to Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata in September, Tuesday or Wednesday departures, $271 round-trip for direct non-stop flights ($69 each way plus taxes).

Package deals for 7 nights or longer using the Orbitz $200 off coupon (200entertain) and the above $271 round trip airfare price, are at good prices.

Catalonia Gran Dominicus All Inclusive Hotel for 7 nights, 8 days, airfare, hotel, food, drink, $455 per person (JFK to SDQ). About the lowest price I have seen for an airfare and all inclusive hotel package. For comparison in January the per night rate at the Catalonia Gran Dominicus is over $200 (7nights in January would cost over $1400 dollars plus airfare).

There are numerous hotels that can be booked using orbitz for a package deal with the $200 off coupon, including numerous hotels on the North Coast, Santiago, Santo Domingo, Boca Chica, Juan Dolio, La Romana, Bayahibe, Samana.

$271 round trip airfare from New York to Santo Domingo or Puerto Plata is a very good fare.

Hey guys,

I have been reading the forums for a bit now. I am planning my first trip to the DR.

I was wondering if someone could give me or point me in the right direction for a review of Blackbeards or DR nights or Oxygen.

Also how it all works as in at Blackbeards how does taking the girl back to your room any and all information would be helpful.

This is going to be a trip for my 31st birthday and want to make it the best. Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=Wkbrdr25]Hey guys,

I have been reading the forums for a bit now. I am planning my first trip to the DR.

I was wondering if someone could give me or point me in the right direction for a review of Blackbeards or DR nights or Oxygen.

Also how it all works as in at Blackbeards how does taking the girl back to your room any and all information would be helpful.

This is going to be a trip for my 31st birthday and want to make it the best. Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Please see: [url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showpost.php?p=1056030&postcount=4583[/url]

From Geolopes:

"Last time I checked out DR nights site they were looking for many thousands of bucks for a 4-5 night trip. Total fucking ripoff Dude! Here are your BB's answers to your questions below. I've been to BB's 3 times, last trip was in mid July.

1) BB's has 2 shifts of girls. 1st shift arrives around 1100. 2nd shift arrives around 1800 and the place closes down at night around midnight. Most girls leave at that time unless you are doing an all nighter with her.

2) You talk directly with the girls. The Mamasan is only there if you need help or have a special request. I needed a deep throat BJ and was having trouble finding a chica who did that well so I asked "Yanet" and she gave me a good recommendation that I went with.

3) Prices are set at approx $42 USD for ST and double that for LT. ST can easily involve several hours, chatting at the bar, buying her a couple of drinks if you want. Hit the pool or jacuzzi for some groping, then smash it out in your room till your done. Some girls might allow 2 shots on goal if they dig you and know how to please them.

4) Services always include fucking/sucking to your hearts content. Most girls don't do culo but a few will. Ask Yanet. One chica offered me her ass up in the disco but I had already made my bid with another, a favorite who adores being grudge fucked with everything you have. Loved it! Fucking is covered but many chicas will suck dick uncovered but won't take it in the mouth. Latin chicas often prefer you cum on their tits, makes them proud that they got you off. Cultural thing.

5) You are allowed to bring outside chicas but their security is tight regarding that. She MUST have a valid cedula, and not be known as a trouble maker. This is for your protection, OK. The nearby beach has a few skanks hanging around, up to you if that's your thing. Enjoy. "

There are numerous good reports about Blackbeards in the Puerto Plata thread. In the Boca Chica thread there are posts regarding an all inclusive sex type place located in Boca Chica.

[QUOTE=Wkbrdr25]Hey guys,

I have been reading the forums for a bit now. I am planning my first trip to the DR.

I was wondering if someone could give me or point me in the right direction for a review of Blackbeards or DR nights or Oxygen.

Also how it all works as in at Blackbeards how does taking the girl back to your room any and all information would be helpful.

This is going to be a trip for my 31st birthday and want to make it the best. Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]DR night's prices are outrageous but I must say that I have seen the guy countless times come through FOD with some of the best looking chicas I have seen on the whole island without a doubt. That being said,I have been to three different high end all inclusive sex resorts and don't think they are worth it.

I have some Real Estate in the DR and looking for an attorney in the area.

Not sure where to post this and hope I'm not breaking any rules.

If you know shoot me a PM.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Super Tramp]I have some Real Estate in the DR and looking for an attorney in the area.

Not sure where to post this and hope I'm not breaking any rules.

If you know shoot me a PM.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

In what area?

[QUOTE=Super Tramp]I have some Real Estate in the DR and looking for an attorney in the area.

Not sure where to post this and hope I'm not breaking any rules.

If you know shoot me a PM.

Thanks[/QUOTE]

You are probably better off asking on DR1 dotcom. There are a lot more people with direct experience there. Most posters here are not residents or property owners in the DR.

[QUOTE=Wkbrdr25]I was wondering if someone could give me or point me in the right direction for a review of Blackbeards or DR nights or Oxygen.

Also how it all works as in at Blackbeards how does taking the girl back to your room any and all information would be helpful.

This is going to be a trip for my 31st birthday and want to make it the best. Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]
Let's see ...
$75 per night (plus tax) covers any Blackbeard's room but the Penthouse.
$82 is the price of an all-nighter with any of Blackbeard's chicas (DR$3000).
$82 more - let's add a "Happy Hour" with two chicas in the afternoon.
$100 should MORE than cover dinner and breakfast with your chica, lunch at poolside, enough Presidentes to keep you well-hydrated (and well-oiled), and a few rounds of "cowboy shots" in the evening.

That's just short of $350 per night at Blackbeard's. And the chicas at Blackbeard's are quite fine; been there, done them, I'm a satisfied customer. Check out their E-newsletter.

Oxygen wants $1450 for 2 nights, for their cheapest room plus chica. A two-night package at DR Nights, including "wife-up" with one chica and two "happy hours," would be $1800. Unless they're importing blondes from Eastern Europe, I don't see the added value to meet the added price.

I am putting my money on Blackbeard's. (Literally, next month.)

[QUOTE=Yanqui69]In what area?[/QUOTE]

I could probably provide a couple of names for north coast and Santiago.

Another option would be contacting local realtors via email, requesting names of lawyers. (Who will likely be associates of the realtors, of course).

[QUOTE=Westy]Let's see ...
$75 per night (plus tax) covers any Blackbeard's room but the Penthouse.
$82 is the price of an all-nighter with any of Blackbeard's chicas (DR$3000).
$82 more - let's add a "Happy Hour" with two chicas in the afternoon.
$100 should MORE than cover dinner and breakfast with your chica, lunch at poolside, enough Presidentes to keep you well-hydrated (and well-oiled), and a few rounds of "cowboy shots" in the evening.

That's just short of $350 per night at Blackbeard's. And the chicas at Blackbeard's are quite fine; been there, done them, I'm a satisfied customer. Check out their E-newsletter.

Oxygen wants $1450 for 2 nights, for their cheapest room plus chica. A two-night package at DR Nights, including "wife-up" with one chica and two "happy hours," would be $1800. Unless they're importing blondes from Eastern Europe, I don't see the added value to meet the added price.

I am putting my money on Blackbeard's. (Literally, next month.)[/QUOTE]


I am also in Love with the Blackbeards way. Been there 6 times in the last two years.

Ok guys,

I've read many many posts here and on other sites. These names keep popping up:

Passions
Classico
El Bohem
Caribbean Men's Paradise
Cristals

My question is:

Where and what are the best brothels, bars and stripclubs in Sosua, Puerto Plata and Carbarete? Thanks guys.

Kaiju

[QUOTE=Kaiju]Ok guys,

I've read many many posts here and on other sites. These names keep popping up:

Passions
Classico
El Bohem
Caribbean Men's Paradise
Cristals

My question is:

Where and what are the best brothels, bars and stripclubs in Sosua, Puerto Plata and Carbarete? Thanks guys.

Kaiju[/QUOTE]Classico is a Discotec in Sosua. Cristal is a bar/brothel in puerto Plata. La passions is a bar/brothel in Sousa, which i like visit sometimes not a bad spot to hang out, call be a little hi on price, but if you don't mind it's a cool spot. They have rooms upstairs, so you just pick a girl, pay and go do your thing, or can even take them out, that were it gets up there in price!

I'm visiting Road in October, and am actually a big fan of both mongering, and MMA =) My trip falls on the weekend of UFC 121 Lesnar vs. Velasquez, and I'm wondering if there's any local bar or venue that might display such an event? I was in CR last year during a UFC Penn fight and had no trouble finding it (Sportsmens) but in my previous couple trips to Road I've only been round and about in Sosua (never really East of the beach or West of La Passions, except for a brief trip to BB/Cristals), and I can't even recall many places with TV's, much less any striking me as the type to display semi-major sporting events. Any suggestions would be helpful.

Thanks!

Thank you kindly sir.

Kaiju

I am thinking about a trip to Sosua next week. My problem is that my airline ( Spirit ) doesn't go to POP. So if I fly into Santiago I would arrive very early in the morning and it would be a long wait for the bus to Sosua. How much would a taxi cost from the Santiago airport to Sosua? For about $200 more I could fly into POP on AA airlines. If I did that how much is a taxi to Sosua from there? Also I live closer to Atlantic City airport then the Philly connection on AA Airlines.
Sorry for the most likely pain in the ass question, but if I pull the trigger on this trip then trip reports will follow.
For the guys who know me they are most likely saying how come no Colombia. The simple answer to that is I like to swim in great clean water and MDE and CTG do not offer that.
Thanks in advance for any input.

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I am thinking about a trip to Sosua next week. My problem is that my airline ( Spirit ) doesn't go to POP. So if I fly into Santiago I would arrive very early in the morning and it would be a long wait for the bus to Sosua. How much would a taxi cost from the Santiago airport to Sosua? For about $200 more I could fly into POP on AA airlines. If I did that how much is a taxi to Sosua from there? Also I live closer to Atlantic City airport then the Philly connection on AA Airlines.
Sorry for the most likely pain in the ass question, but if I pull the trigger on this trip then trip reports will follow.

For the guys who know me they are most likely saying how come no Colombia. The simple answer to that is I like to swim in great clean water and MDE and CTG do not offer that.

Thanks in advance for any input.[/QUOTE]I was quoted 1700 pesos (one way) last week to go to POP from Santiago. I was also quoted 5000 pesos by another taxista 5 minutes later. Of course I told the second guy he was a ladrone. Hope this helps. I have a number of a taxi driver that I am sure will be reasonable and certainly reliable and has a brand new van if you need his number,just make sure you tell him how much you are willing to pay,don't let any of these guys quote you.

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I am thinking about a trip to Sosua next week. My problem is that my airline ( Spirit ) doesn't go to POP. So if I fly into Santiago I would arrive very early in the morning and it would be a long wait for the bus to Sosua. How much would a taxi cost from the Santiago airport to Sosua? For about $200 more I could fly into POP on AA airlines. If I did that how much is a taxi to Sosua from there? Also I live closer to Atlantic City airport then the Philly connection on AA Airlines.
Sorry for the most likely pain in the ass question, but if I pull the trigger on this trip then trip reports will follow.
For the guys who know me they are most likely saying how come no Colombia. The simple answer to that is I like to swim in great clean water and MDE and CTG do not offer that.
Thanks in advance for any input.[/QUOTE]

You don't say what time you arrive in Santiago but the first bus for Sosua leaves at 6 am and it will cost you about $30 (100 pesos). I don't know how much a taxi would cost you from the airport to Caribe tours bus depot but $20 should cover it. So you would be $150 better off. Enough for your first TLN and a few beers. I wouldn't entertain a taxi to Sosua myself but there are a few guys who have done it. (Check past reports, maybe the price is mentioned)

How far is Newark Airport (EWR) from you? Continental has early morning non stop flights to POP.

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I am thinking about a trip to Sosua next week. My problem is that my airline ( Spirit ) doesn't go to POP. So if I fly into Santiago I would arrive very early in the morning and it would be a long wait for the bus to Sosua. How much would a taxi cost from the Santiago airport to Sosua? For about $200 more I could fly into POP on AA airlines. If I did that how much is a taxi to Sosua from there? Also I live closer to Atlantic City airport then the Philly connection on AA Airlines.
Sorry for the most likely pain in the ass question, but if I pull the trigger on this trip then trip reports will follow.
For the guys who know me they are most likely saying how come no Colombia. The simple answer to that is I like to swim in great clean water and MDE and CTG do not offer that.
Thanks in advance for any input.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]How far is Newark Airport (EWR) from you? Continental has early morning non stop flights to POP.[/QUOTE]
I live in Southern New Jersey which is about 2 hours from EWR. The price is cheaper than AA from philly, and the good part as you mentioned is the non stop flight from EWR. All food for thought. thanks

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I live in Southern New Jersey which is about 2 hours from EWR. The price is cheaper than AA from philly, and the good part as you mentioned is the non stop flight from EWR. All food for thought. thanks[/QUOTE]
You can't beat a non stop flight........... The Continental flights to the DR leave around 7ish in the morning. Just make sure to get to EWR at least two hours or more before your flight. There are several off airport parking lots with free shuttle.

I fly out of EWR all the time and with the non stop flight I am sipping my first Presidente in the DR around noon time.

Continental only has service to POP, SDQ, and Punta Cana (which I know you are not interested in). Continental stopped STI flights a little over a year ago.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]You can't beat a non stop flight........... The Continental flights to the DR leave around 7ish in the morning. Just make sure to get to EWR at least two hours or more before your flight. There are several off airport parking lots with free shuttle.

I fly out of EWR all the time and with the non stop flight I am sipping my first Presidente in the DR around noon time.

Continental only has service to POP, SDQ, and Punta Cana (which I know you are not interested in). Continental stopped STI flights a little over a year ago.[/QUOTE]

In addition, JetBlue offers non-stop flights from JFK to POP, and the first flight leaves around 6:30 A.M. if I remember correctly. This absolutely beats changing planes anywhere, especially returning through MIA.

Thanks to BG Ribs, Roger Dodger 007, and Professer 1 for your timely response to my questions about the best way to get to Sosua from Southern New Jersey.
I already have a trip booked to Nicaraqua for Nov. 2nd for two weeks,but I do not think I can hold out that long. It seems to me that after about seven days after I get home from a excursion ( just returned from MDE ) I am chomping at the bit for more action. I wonder if the 7 days has someting to do with the 7 day cycle that women go thru each month? No matter that is their problem and my problem is I am stuck here in the good ole USA with zero chance of getting some fine and cheap pussy. Just the thought of me walking into Classico's and have fine women fighting over me is heaven. Thank god I'm retired and only need to hit the trigger on my credit card to find relief.
BTW if I see one of you guys in Country the first round is on me.

Hey guys I planning on going to DR from the USA. Whats the off season, since I know alot dominicans that go home, I want avoid running into them. OFF season would better. Also does anybody gould places thats not heavily congsted or cheap private villas.

Thanks,

School

[QUOTE=Schoolrumble]Hey guys I planning on going to DR from the USA. Whats the off season, since I know alot dominicans that go home, I want avoid running into them. OFF season would better. Also does anybody gould places thats not heavily congsted or cheap private villas.

Thanks,

School[/QUOTE]

Dominicans usually go home on the holidays, christmas and easter. The On season is December thru March, and a lot of europeans show up later in summer but generally the off season is spring and summer through hurricane season which lasts thru november. If you just want to miss dominicans going home any time that's not near a holiday would be fine.

Right now it's very slow, no crowds, cheap chicas, and on the north coast there is rarely an issue with hurricanes.

[QUOTE=Schoolrumble]Hey guys I planning on going to DR from the USA. Whats the off season, since I know alot dominicans that go home, I want avoid running into them. OFF season would better. Also does anybody gould places thats not heavily congsted or cheap private villas.

Thanks,

School[/QUOTE]Airfare prices are usually higher when public schools in the states have vacation. Christmas vacation, Easter Vacation and Summer Vacation (July and August).

Mid September through mid November is usually very cheap for airfare and hotels in DR.

Anyone have any leg pain after using Cialis. I don't use it often but the last night I was in DR I went to a Cabana with my regular Novia and wanted to have a good long time. Popped a Cialis and for 2 days I had muscle pain in my thighs. I also find la pela gives me heartburn.

Just questioning.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]Anyone have any leg pain after using Cialis. I don't use it often but the last night I was in DR I went to a Cabana with my regular Novia and wanted to have a good long time. Popped a Cialis and for 2 days I had muscle pain in my thighs. I also find la pela gives me heartburn.

Just questioning.[/QUOTE]

Here are the most common side effects of Tadalafil aka Cialis:

* Headache -- up to 15 percent of people
* Facial flushing -- up to 3 percent of people
* Indigestion, known as dyspepsia -- up to 10 percent of people
* Back pain -- up to 6 percent of people
* Nasal congestion -- up to 3 percent of people
* Muscle pain (known as myalgia) -- up to 4 percent of people
* Pain in the arms or legs -- up to 3 percent of people.

I get the back pain and the heartburn, but I think the heartburn is more because of the rum, now I pop a Prevacid which knocks out the heartburn and a aspirin if my back really hurts.. But all worth the Peter North wood! lol

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]Anyone have any leg pain after using Cialis. I don't use it often but the last night I was in DR I went to a Cabana with my regular Novia and wanted to have a good long time. Popped a Cialis and for 2 days I had muscle pain in my thighs. I also find la pela gives me heartburn.

Just questioning.[/QUOTE]It could be from all that extra pushing your legs got a workout.

MiamiHeatLuver:

When you use Tadalafil aka Cialis is it still hard or does it go soft after the lovemaking? I ask because I just tried 50mg of Viagra and it didn't do much at all. I got hard (not rocket hard but doable) but it sorta went limp after a very short while. I guess I'm looking for something that will enable me to stay hard even after climax. Any ideas?

Kaiju

[QUOTE=Kaiju]MiamiHeatLuver:

When you use Tadalafil aka Cialis is it still hard or does it go soft after the lovemaking? I ask because I just tried 50mg of Viagra and it didn't do much at all. I got hard (not rocket hard but doable) but it sorta went limp after a very short while. I guess I'm looking for something that will enable me to stay hard even after climax. Any ideas?

Kaiju[/QUOTE]36 hour cialis, the first one I take during a trip works great. I had a 4 hour session with some non-pro chica, with multiple orgasms and it was still hard like a rock. I was drinking beer and vodka.

Usually the subsequent Cialis I take on the trip don't have the same strong affect.

Viagra made my face turn red and my big head have a pounding feeling.

Cialis is about 380 pesos in Dom Rep.

[QUOTE=Kaiju]MiamiHeatLuver:

When you use Tadalafil aka Cialis is it still hard or does it go soft after the lovemaking? I ask because I just tried 50mg of Viagra and it didn't do much at all. I got hard (not rocket hard but doable) but it sorta went limp after a very short while. I guess I'm looking for something that will enable me to stay hard even after climax. Any ideas?

Kaiju[/QUOTE]

Kaiju, thats why I love the Lapela aka Cialis aka Tadalafil, It gets me impressively rock hard and works though touch and my mentality as oppose to Viagra which is exactly as you described, gets me semi hard without the mental or touch aspect. After a good climax with Cialis, I am ready for another round after a little snuggling. Love it!

[QUOTE=MiamiHeatLuver]Here are the most common side effects of Tadalafil aka Cialis:

* Headache -- up to 15 percent of people
* Facial flushing -- up to 3 percent of people
* Indigestion, known as dyspepsia -- up to 10 percent of people
* Back pain -- up to 6 percent of people
* Nasal congestion -- up to 3 percent of people
* Muscle pain (known as myalgia) -- up to 4 percent of people
* Pain in the arms or legs -- up to 3 percent of people.

I get the back pain and the heartburn, but I think the heartburn is more because of the rum, now I pop a Prevacid which knocks out the heartburn and a aspirin if my back really hurts.. But all worth the Peter North wood! lol[/QUOTE]
Useful post MHL!

I have had most of those side effects with various incarnations of Cialis but only slightly and thankfully not all on the same occasions. If I do suffer one of them (and that would be maybe 50% of usages) I stay off ED drugs for 2 to 7 days (depending how strong the side-effect was).

La Pela may be milder as I have less side effects but also it sometimes fails to do the job. But I am 70 years old so I am probably pushing my luck taking any sort of meds and we can forgive it for failing to perform miracles now and then. Beer + ED drugs guarantees me a severe headache the next day, but then I am not a hardened drinker anyway.

[QUOTE=Kaiju]MiamiHeatLuver:

When you use Tadalafil aka Cialis is it still hard or does it go soft after the lovemaking? I ask because I just tried 50mg of Viagra and it didn't do much at all. I got hard (not rocket hard but doable) but it sorta went limp after a very short while. I guess I'm looking for something that will enable me to stay hard even after climax. Any ideas?

Kaiju[/QUOTE]

Im not a doctor, but all ED drugs permit blood flow for the act, and its natural for the penis to reduce again after the climax. The Viagara or Cialis will permit blood flow again, but (except for a lucky few) the male body needs a little time before its ready to start again. (Ah, to be 20!).

There are some drugs reputed to shorten the recovery time, but am not familiar with what would maintain a hard erection after climax. (Might even be dangerous).
(But would LOVE to hear about it).

Is there a doctor in the house?

[QUOTE=Bigbx222]It could be from all that extra pushing your legs got a workout.[/QUOTE]

I usually let her ride. Too lazy.

[QUOTE=Yanqui69]Im not a doctor, but all ED drugs permit blood flow for the act, and its natural for the penis to reduce again after the climax. The Viagara or Cialis will permit blood flow again, but (except for a lucky few) the male body needs a little time before its ready to start again. (Ah, to be 20!).

There are some drugs reputed to shorten the recovery time, but am not familiar with what would maintain a hard erection after climax. (Might even be dangerous).
(But would LOVE to hear about it).

Is there a doctor in the house?[/QUOTE]

I know a guy who has diabetes and can't get it up for anything, ED pills don't work for him. He use to inject something in his penis to get hard and it worked great, but he had an increase chance of getting and STD from all the *****s he was with. (injection at the base of the penis). He then started using something called Muse (i think) it was a little tablet you insert in the head of your penis and when it disolves your rock hard for like 1:30. He swore by it, I've seen it on the internet but yet to see a store that sells it.

Once, I accidently took 2 cialis in the same day and was rock hard for like 5 hours, my chica was going crazy. She gave up after 3.5 hours.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]I usually let her ride. Too lazy.[/QUOTE]

Glad to hear I am not the only one :-).

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]Anyone have any leg pain after using Cialis. I don't use it often but the last night I was in DR I went to a Cabana with my regular Novia and wanted to have a good long time. Popped a Cialis and for 2 days I had muscle pain in my thighs. I also find la pela gives me heartburn.

Just questioning.[/QUOTE]
I got a terrible stomach pain the first time I used Caalis. This was because I took it with a meal. After that I took it on a empty stomach with no problems.

I also get get heartburn or reflux with Cialis/LaPela, when I cut the dose in half, it was not nearly as severe, just spread the dosage out. LaPela's efficacy is not consistant, big surprise, Hecho en La Republica!

Info on Muse. [url]http://www.muserx.net/[/url] I want to know if anyone knows where to buy this in DR? I would like to try.

I myself have not used it but these guys were swearing by it.. I have just ordered a box myself. [url]http://www.blackantusa.com/[/url]

[QUOTE=MiamiHeatLuver]I myself have not used it but these guys were swearing by it.. I have just ordered a box myself. [url]http://www.blackantusa.com/[/url][/QUOTE]At six bucks a pill I'll stick to my generic Viagra that I buy for a couple bucks apiece and split into quarters.

[QUOTE=Helpmann]Anyone who would buy illiquid assets in an non-investment grade country needs to have their head examined. Also, anyone who would give such a one-sided opinion is doing the members of this forum a disservice.

-Helpmann :D


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CCC+.. [b][color=red]Ecuador[/color][/b] (1999, Default on Brady Bonds) [/i][/size][/color][/QUOTE][QUOTE=Ayyyypapi]Don't mean to [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url] you off but despite bond rating Cuenca Ecuador was rated as best place to retire by MSN money. So Bond ratings don't tell the whole story. I do not mean to question your expert opinion.

[url]http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/RetirementandWills/RetireInStyle/the-worlds-best-places-to-retire.aspx[/url][/QUOTE][b]Not to beat a dead horse (too much), last month Ayyyypapi and a couple of others were singing the praises of Ecuador as a place to retire to.

-Helpmann ;)[/b]


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The government declared a one-week state of emergency Thursday afternoon and put the military in charge of security. The military said it will support the president and the nation's democratic institutions.

"This is a coup attempt," President Rafael Correa said in a TV interview a couple of hours after police lobbed tear gas at him....[url]http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/americas/09/30/ecuador.violence/index.html?hpt=T2[/url][/i]


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[QUOTE=Helpmann][b]Not to beat a dead horse (too much), last month Ayyyypapi and a couple of others were singing the praises of Ecuador as a place to retire to.[/b]
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I know little about Ecuador or investing abroad. You may be entirely correct and Ecuador could be the worst place on the planet to retire to.

But:
1) Retiring to a country and investing there are two totally different things. One could very easily live in one country off the proceeds of one's investments in other countries. Many of us on this board are already doing that.

2) This sort of scuffle occurs frequently in Ecuador. Even those that have resulted in a change of regime won't have affected the lives of ex-pats quietly enjoying their lives and women, and this particular scuffle will soon fizzle out as even the US and Colombia, which are opposed to President Correa's policies, have unambiguously backed him as have the army and most senior police.

As I say, you may well be right in advising against retiring to Ecuador, but you need to explain your reasoning better.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter]I know little about Ecuador or investing abroad...

2) This sort of scuffle occurs frequently in Ecuador...[/QUOTE]If I was unclear in prior posts, the concept is simple. One should not match long-term assets (a home) with short-term stability. I would discourage Americans from purchasing retirement homes in non-investment grade countries. Rent instead.

By the way, you wrote that these "scuffles" occur frequently in Ecuador. For the life of me, I can't recall the last time the president of Ecuador was "kidnapped" by the police; however, maybe you can.

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Helpmann]If I was unclear in prior posts, the concept is simple. One should not match long-term assets (a home) with short-term stability. I would discourage Americans from purchasing retirement homes in non-investment grade countries. Rent instead.

By the way, you wrote that these "scuffles" occur frequently in Ecuador. For the life of me, I can't recall the last time the president of Ecuador was "kidnapped" by the police; however, maybe you can.

-Helpmann :)[/QUOTE]
Thank you for your courteous reply. I am not a big fan of buying property in Third World countries. If you ever need to move on you could lose a packet. But you don't have to buy a home to retire there. I live in the DR, a well-known property buyer's graveyard, but my money is better off invested while I pay rent. If the original article was an incitement to buy property then I am with you 100%.

Regarding the scuffles, I didn't mean exactly similar. I was thinking of:

2005: President Lucio Gutierrez deposed after two years, following massive protests in response to his attempt to overhaul the Supreme Court
2000: Jamil Mahuad, elected 1998, forced to step down as president after two years following indigenous protests led by Col Lucio Gutierrez
1997: President Abdala Bucaram, nicknamed "El Loco" ("the crazy one"), declared mentally unfit to rule after a year in power
1987: President Leon Febres Cordero kidnapped and beaten up by the army in protest at policies of privatisation and public expenditure cuts (some time ago but the nearest situation to the present).

I see they are picking up SW's and some of the girls have this substance on them. Please, what is it?

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I see they are picking up SW's and some of the girls have this substance on them. Please, what is it?[/QUOTE]
[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2010/9/23/37060/Spate-of-attacks-leads-to-ban-of-drain-cleaner-devils-acid[/url]

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I see they are picking up SW's and some of the girls have this substance on them. Please, what is it?[/QUOTE]

It's the plumbing liquid used to unclog pipes in bathrooms and sinks. Apparently the one manunfactured in the DR has a higher acid level, causing more skin damage. I have read reports on the increased used of this product by girls, mostly to other girls to deform their faces.

What is the intended use by street prostitutes? Bad clients? Thieves? Guys with cheap ham and cheese sandwiches?

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline]It's the plumbing liquid used to unclog pipes in bathrooms and sinks. Apparently the one manunfactured in the DR has a higher acid level, causing more skin damage. I have read reports on the increased used of this product by girls, mostly to other girls to deform their faces.

What is the intended use by street prostitutes? Bad clients? Thieves? Guys with cheap ham and cheese sandwiches?[/QUOTE]
They always claim they carry weapons to protect themselves against other putas. But then I suppose it would undermine their sales promotion if they said they were for use on clients.

It is wicked stuff. The buildings manager where I live nearly suffocated himself just pouring down a toilet. You need to hold it at arm's length then clear the area fast.

I have to laugh when I think of the sometimes ridiculously over-protective health and safety regulations in Europe. The safety officers there would faint with shock if they saw some of the products on sale in the DR, the propane gas cylinders being ferried round on motoconchos, and let's not get onto the electrical wiring.

[QUOTE=Vics Picks]I see they are picking up SW's and some of the girls have this substance on them. Please, what is it?[/QUOTE]From Dominican Today:

[quote]Santo Domingo.- The drainpipe cleaner known as “the devil’s acid,” similar to the brand Drano and which has caused deaths and serious injuries to a large number of people nationwide, will no longer be sold to the public.

Consumer Rights Protection Institute (ProConsumidor) resolution 101-2010 bans the product’s sale to the final consumer, a measure to be enforced by its inspectors starting today Thursday.

The Hardware Dealers Association (Asodefe) and the Dominican Retailers Federation voiced their immediate support of the resolution, pledging to collaborate to discontinue its sale, also sold as the brand Plomerito (little plumber).

Because of the heartbreaking images, the victims’ testimonies, the acid of the devil isn’t a simple weapon, it’s a deadly weapon because the people are not only scarred for the rest of their lives, the substance penetrates the skin and affects the brain and vital organs, said ProConsumidor director Altagracia Paulino, who called on citizens to denounce the stores that continue its sale.

Numerous deaths and thousands of injuries are attributed to the caustic product in the last 10 years.[/quote][url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2010/9/23/37060/Spate-of-attacks-leads-to-ban-of-drain-cleaner-devils-acid[/url]

From Jetblue: "Plus, for a limited time, when you book a Getaways vacation package including JetBlue flights and a five-night or more hotel stay, you'll get $200 off, Use Promo Code CARIB200 (case sensitive). Book now through October 6, 2010 for travel between October 1 and December 15, 2010."

Jetblue has $79 flights to SDQ from JFK, total round trip price for October departures on Tuesdays and Wednesdays: $291.

Using the above code and the $79 each way fare, I found a six night all inclusive package (air and all inclusive hotel) in Bayahibe for $436 dollars. Jetblue Promo code expires October 6.

Hotels.com has a promo code that takes 10% off when you book for two or more nights, the code is OCTOBER10, it worked on some Dom Rep hotels, the code expires October 10.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]From Jetblue: "Plus, for a limited time, when you book a Getaways vacation package including JetBlue flights and a five-night or more hotel stay, you'll get $200 off, Use Promo Code CARIB200 (case sensitive). Book now through October 6, 2010 for travel between October 1 and December 15, 2010."

Jetblue has $79 flights to SDQ from JFK, total round trip price for October departures on Tuesdays and Wednesdays: $291.

Using the above code and the $79 each way fare, I found a six night all inclusive package (air and all inclusive hotel) in Bayahibe for $436 dollars. Jetblue Promo code expires October 6.

Hotels.com has a promo code that takes 10% off when you book for two or more nights, the code is OCTOBER10, it worked on some Dom Rep hotels, the code expires October 10.[/QUOTE]American Airlines has fares for $79 each way as well. However, I usually only fly continental unless the prices are outrageous. The price difference between JB AA and Continetal is only $80 and with Continental due to my status I always get upgraded and I can bring up to 3 bags up to 70lbs each for free. I always bring plenty of stuff for my apartment and my girls.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]American Airlines has fares for $79 each way as well. However, I usually only fly continental unless the prices are outrageous. The price difference between JB AA and Continetal is only $80 and with Continental due to my status I always get upgraded and I can bring up to 3 bags up to 70lbs each for free. I always bring plenty of stuff for my apartment and my girls.[/QUOTE]For the dates I was looking at in October, American Airlines wants $531 (jetblue $291). The cheapest one way fare I found in October on American is $125 each way. American from what I see has only one direct flight per day to SDQ from JFK.

Jetblue has several non-stop flights from JFK to SDQ per day. Bigger seats and more legroom on jetblue than the economy seats on continental or american.

Early morning departures from JFK and evening departures from SDQ, using jetblue, I get more time on the ground in DR.

Flying in to Sti on Oct 21, does anyone know how much a taxi cost to get to Purto Plata airport, or that area. I know about Carib tours, I don't like being a crowded bus. Or is there a Airport transfer system?

[QUOTE=Bkgee]Flying in to Sti on Oct 21, does anyone know how much a taxi cost to get to Purto Plata airport, or that area. I know about Carib tours, I don't like being a crowded bus. Or is there a Airport transfer system?[/QUOTE]

Get acab to Metro or Caribe. They are modern, air-conditioned and not crowded. Easily as comfortable as your coach plane seat down and always with good looking chicas.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]......Bigger seats and more legroom on jetblue than the economy seats on continental or american........[/QUOTE]
For actual seat comparision between Airlines and planes use seatguru.com.

[QUOTE=Koki9290]Get acab to Metro or Caribe. They are modern, air-conditioned and not crowded. Easily as comfortable as your coach plane seat down and always with good looking chicas.[/QUOTE]I second that! take a taxi to the bus station Metro or Caribe tours. The metro tours have less departures but drop you right in the heart of Sosua. Caribe tours are more frequent.

I am going to DR first time and like to know which city will be the best option for fun and all nighters.

1. Puerto plata

2. Punto cana

3. Sousa

4. S domingo

Or any recomendation. Usually how much is for all nighter in dollars. Thanks

Fellow mongers,

I am looking for help with determining my cost of living part time in the DR, POP to be specific. I now visit almost monthly for a week at a time but due to certain changes in my life I will be spending more time in the DR than in Colombia over the next year or so therefore I will be renting an apartment in POP on my next visit in a few weeks. I will spend about a third of my time in POP and the rest in the USA

I know asking what the cost of anything is can be very subjective and prices vary but any thoughts are welcome. I have asked some of the locals during my visits and have an idea but the more answers I get the more informed I will be.

Apartments, two bedroom, nothing fancy in one of the "local" barrios, not in the worst area and not a complete shithole but not a gringo palace either. I have lived amongst the locals both in Colombia and the DR, so I know what to expect.

Electricity for above apartment

Cable service

Internet service

Weekly food costs: yeah I know this one is an unfair question due to many variables but I thought I would throw it out there. I am used to eating the local cooking but don't know what to expect on cost.

Can someone point me to where I should go to look for furniture, appliances and general household furnishings as I have nothing there at the moment.

Any helpful comments are welcome,

Thanks

[QUOTE=Manizales911]Fellow mongers,

I am looking for help with determining my cost of living part time in the DR, POP to be specific. I now visit almost monthly for a week at a time but due to certain changes in my life I will be spending more time in the DR than in Colombia over the next year or so therefore I will be renting an apartment in POP on my next visit in a few weeks. I will spend about a third of my time in POP and the rest in the USA

I know asking what the cost of anything is can be very subjective and prices vary but any thoughts are welcome. I have asked some of the locals during my visits and have an idea but the more answers I get the more informed I will be.

Apartments, two bedroom, nothing fancy in one of the "local" barrios, not in the worst area and not a complete shithole but not a gringo palace either. I have lived amongst the locals both in Colombia and the DR, so I know what to expect.

Electricity for above apartment

Cable service

Internet service

Weekly food costs: yeah I know this one is an unfair question due to many variables but I thought I would throw it out there. I am used to eating the local cooking but don't know what to expect on cost.

Can someone point me to where I should go to look for furniture, appliances and general household furnishings as I have nothing there at the moment.

Any helpful comments are welcome,

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I have an apartment in Santo Domingo in a decent area but with the locals.

2 bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, very big balcony, back patio 7,500.

150 for permanent water

~1,000 for electricity (I have air conditioning)
1,400 deposit for edesur

~1,300 for internet and phone (no cable as I do not watch too much TV)
Claro

~500 every 6 months for propane

It cost me 16,000 for air in one of the bedrooms with installation.

22,000 for an inversor, can't run air or refrigerator on it but the rest of the house runs fine.

30,000 for a refrigerator, stove and gas tank.

40,000 for living room furniture and a cheap dining room set from Ikea.

40,000 for a bed and bedroom furniture.

Food is fairly cheap, plaza lama has good price as does jumbo (don't know what is in your area).

I don't know if I left anything out. I bought new locks and installed myself, ceiling fans, floor fans, washing machine.

My girl stays with me when I'm their like every two weeks, cooks and cleans, etc.

Over all much cheaper than a hotel for the time that I stay there, I have a lot of clothes it's very comfortable and safe.

I have photos that I'll post later.

I have an Continental Airline President's club pass good until February 29th,2011.

I am flying November 29th with American Airlines laying over in Miami on November 29th.

PM me if you have one to trade.

[QUOTE=Love Bite]I am going to DR first time and like to know which city will be the best option for fun and all nighters.

1. Puerto plata

2. Punto cana

3. Sousa

4. S domingo

Or any recomendation. Usually how much is for all nighter in dollars. Thanks[/QUOTE]Your question is to general and is left to interpretation. But, I would say in order of chica fun in close concentration I would order it like this:
1. Sosua

2. Santo Domingo

3. Puerto Plata

4. Punta Cana

Read the sections to get a better perspective. Note if you are in Sosua, you very close to Puerto Plata. Punta Cana mainly for couples not really for mongering.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]I have an apartment in Santo Domingo in a decent area but with the locals.

2 bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, very big balcony, back patio 7,500.

150 for permanent water

~1,000 for electricity (I have air conditioning)
1,400 deposit for edesur

~1,300 for internet and phone (no cable as I do not watch too much TV)
Claro

~500 every 6 months for propane

It cost me 16,000 for air in one of the bedrooms with installation.

22,000 for an inversor, can't run air or refrigerator on it but the rest of the house runs fine.

30,000 for a refrigerator, stove and gas tank.

40,000 for living room furniture and a cheap dining room set from Ikea.

40,000 for a bed and bedroom furniture.

Food is fairly cheap, plaza lama has good price as does jumbo (don't know what is in your area).

I don't know if I left anything out. I bought new locks and installed myself, ceiling fans, floor fans, washing machine.

My girl stays with me when I'm their like every two weeks, cooks and cleans, etc.

Over all much cheaper than a hotel for the time that I stay there, I have a lot of clothes it's very comfortable and safe.

I have photos that I'll post later.[/QUOTE]Thanks CageP1967.

This is exactly what I was looking for. I would love to see pics of your place to use as a comparison to what I see when I look for places next week.

[QUOTE=Manizales911]Thanks CageP1967.

This is exactly what I was looking for. I would love to see pics of your place to use as a comparison to what I see when I look for places next week.[/QUOTE]
I would also be interested in seeing pics of CageP's apartment and the surrounding area.

CageP your rent is only $RD 7,500 per month? I honestly didn't think you could find any decent two bedroom in Santo Domingo Centro for less than $600 USD a month. The prices you paid for frig and stove were they new or used appliances. Where did they install the batteries for your inversor? Inside or outside?

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]I have an apartment in Santo Domingo in a decent area but with the locals.

2 bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, very big balcony, back patio 7,500.

150 for permanent water

~1,000 for electricity (I have air conditioning)
1,400 deposit for edesur

~1,300 for internet and phone (no cable as I do not watch too much TV)
Claro

~500 every 6 months for propane

It cost me 16,000 for air in one of the bedrooms with installation.

22,000 for an inversor, can't run air or refrigerator on it but the rest of the house runs fine.

30,000 for a refrigerator, stove and gas tank.

40,000 for living room furniture and a cheap dining room set from Ikea.

40,000 for a bed and bedroom furniture.

Food is fairly cheap, plaza lama has good price as does jumbo (don't know what is in your area).

I don't know if I left anything out. I bought new locks and installed myself, ceiling fans, floor fans, washing machine.

My girl stays with me when I'm their like every two weeks, cooks and cleans, etc.

Over all much cheaper than a hotel for the time that I stay there, I have a lot of clothes it's very comfortable and safe.

I have photos that I'll post later.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]I would also be interested in seeing pics of CageP's apartment and the surrounding area.

CageP your rent is only $Road 7, 500 per month? I honestly didn't think you could find any decent two bedroom in Santo Domingo Centro for less than $600 USD a month. The prices you paid for frig and stove were they new or used appliances. Where did they install the batteries for your inversor? Inside or outside?[/QUOTE]Inversor batteries look like car batteries, I have always seen them installed inside the house, I guess to keep them from getting stolen.

Do a search here [url]http://www.supercasas.com/reg/do/home.aspx[/url] and one can find unfurnished apartments in the northern and the eastern parts.
Is there a link or info about all the barrios?

With the ex, I had a casita in Cerro Norte, just north of Los Alcarrizos, off the autopista. Upper floor of duplex with 3 bedrooms, two baths, kitchen with pass thru to dining area/living room, big balcony and a little room on the roof where I put the washing machine. No a/c. Was there about four months and for Xmas, we went to Sosua for about ten days. When we returned, the washing machine was gone from the roof and I had placed the four inversor batteries outside under the back stairs to the roof in an iron box welded to the stairs, they were all gone too. 7500P a month.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]Inversor batteries look like car batteries, I have always seen them installed inside the house, I guess to keep them from getting stolen.[/QUOTE]

My apartment has an enclosed balcony that is gated. I had the electrician install the batteries on the outside by drilling a hole in the wall and running the cables through the hole.

Here are some fotos of my apt. I don't have all of the rooms because some are fotos with people in them and I did not want to post those.

In this shot notice the ceiling light, I changed that to a ceiling fan and through the door is one of the 2 bedrooms and the 1 bathroom. In back of one of the bedrooms is a door to a back washing area that can easily hold a patio set or something.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs]I would also be interested in seeing pics of CageP's apartment and the surrounding area.

CageP your rent is only $RD 7,500 per month? I honestly didn't think you could find any decent two bedroom in Santo Domingo Centro for less than $600 USD a month. The prices you paid for frig and stove were they new or used appliances. Where did they install the batteries for your inversor? Inside or outside?[/QUOTE]

I bought all new. I love to haggle with the locals. I just bought a mahogany table (respise) with a large wall mirror and I got the guy down to 5,250 for the table. It's very nice, hand made. An Item like that in the states might go for $500 or more.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]My apartment has an enclosed balcony that is gated. I had the electrician install the batteries on the outside by drilling a hole in the wall and running the cables through the hole.[/QUOTE]Nice.

Are the batteries off the floor and enclosed in some type of casing to keep them from getting wet from the rain?

I hope you have thick metal bars on the outside of the balcony. Small thin metal bars will not stop thieves.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]Nice.

Are the batteries off the floor and enclosed in some type of casing to keep them from getting wet from the rain?

I hope you have thick metal bars on the outside of the balcony. Small thin metal bars will not stop thieves.[/QUOTE]The guy who installed it had a little metal shelf that he put them on. They are about 2 feet off the floor.

The metal bars are actually welded concrete rebar, very secure. Also, we have a colmado downstairs and a landlord that is always home. Also to get into the staircase you have to unlock the downstairs gate and walk upstairs and open the upstairs gate.

Very secure.

Excellent report. I loved to see a lot more about your apartment, pictures of the area, details about the neighbors and living there.

I'm sure you could rent this project out at $300 a week to mongers interested in learning.

[QUOTE=Marc Anthony]Excellent report. I loved to see a lot more about your apartment, pictures of the area, details about the neighbors and living there.

I'm sure you could rent this project out at $300 a week to mongers interested in learning.[/QUOTE]My neighbors are very nice, I have an old guy that lives next door Palanco, he ocasionally receives deliveries for me.

The Colmado is convienent and not noisy at all, the landlord is an old Dominican guy that lived in the states for quite some time and retired to the island. He coughs a lot, and loud in the middle of the night, but not too much of a problem.

I'm in the process of looking for another place as they are almost finished with a Nice apartment building near where I live and the 2 bedrooms are going for 5k with parking. I plan on buying a car and the secure parking would be a must.

I have parked my rental in front of my house and neighborhood kids have hit it while playing and one day I found the hood unlocked but nothing was taken.

I'll take some pictures of the area when I'm down next Friday.

Hi All,

I'm very hesitant now!!

All this time I thought Cuba is the place to go for chica's, but after all the pics, I don't know anymore.

In your opinion's, what is the BEST place to go to party with chica's (not into black chicks)?

If DR, where in DR?

Thanks in advance.

Just wondering with the big crack down of SW in the capital, will some of the SW girls turn to Boca Chica? Will be in San Pedro(malecon) 19th November with novia will try in give report if the crack down has made it's way there?

[QUOTE=Rafzuh]Hi All,

I'm very hesitant now!!

All this time I thought Cuba is the place to go for chica's, but after all the pics, I don't know anymore.

In your opinion's, what is the BEST place to go to party with chica's (not into black chicks)?

If DR, where in DR?

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]Your other post was Colombia girls or Cuban girls. All the info is here sir just take time to go back in the forum please.

[QUOTE=Rafzuh]Hi All,

I'm very hesitant now!!

All this time I thought Cuba is the place to go for chica's, but after all the pics, I don't know anymore.

In your opinion's, what is the BEST place to go to party with chica's (not into black chicks)?

If DR, where in DR?

Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

Hi,
What are your motives for this trip? pure mongering, or some culture a journey back into the 50s...??????
In case it is pure mongering fast simple stressfree sex go for the DR.
Have you read the Cuba thread so far???
In Cuba prostitution is illegal hence you will not find any brothels, strip clubs, casas...
Chicas are constantly threatened by the police, you will not be able to walk around with your girl in public.
You can bring girls into your hotel but this is very expensive, most casas particulares are not girl friendly, or the girls get registered by the landlord of your casa. Landlords are required to show their registration book once a month to the cuban authorities.
In cuba public transportation is a pain in the ass, in order to check out havana( or wherever you are going to stay) you will 1 spend alot of money on taxis ( for tourists) colectivos are only for cubans, or 2 you will have to rent a car.

Tourist centers/areas, all over the country, but especially in havana have a heavy police presence ( Vedado, centro de havana, Miramar...) so your best option will be to get a casa a bit outside of havana, in order to avoid the police and to enjoy some cubanas.

If you bring US dollars to cuba, every time you are going to exchance money there will charge you 10% fine. In Cuba there are 2 currencies 1 peso cubano which cubans use and which does not buy you anything. 2 peso convertible which you will use to pay tourist taxis, beer, chicas....

Havana is a dangerous city especially at night avoid dark street try to hang out in groups. The only time i got robbed in my life was in havana.
Read the cuba thread/D.R. thread and if there are any questions left come back and ask.

Cuba is illegal for most US citizens with the potential of a $75, 000 fine. Not worth it for me. DR with some money you can have a blast.

[QUOTE=Berthold]Hi,

What are your motives for this trip? Pure mongering, or some culture a journey back into the 50s?

In case it is pure mongering fast simple stressfree sex go for the DR.

Have you read the Cuba thread so far?

In Cuba prostitution is illegal hence you will not find any brothels, strip clubs, casas.

Chicas are constantly threatened by the police, you will not be able to walk around with your girl in public.

You can bring girls into your hotel but this is very expensive, most casas particulares are not girl friendly, or the girls get registered by the landlord of your casa. Landlords are required to show their registration book once a month to the cuban authorities.

In Cuba public transportation is a pain in the ass, in order to check out havana(or wherever you are going to stay) you will 1 spend alot of money on taxis (for tourists) colectivos are only for cubans, or 2 you will have to rent a car.

Tourist centers/areas, all over the country, but especially in havana have a heavy police presence (Vedado, centro de havana, Miramar.) so your best option will be to get a casa a bit outside of havana, in order to avoid the police and to enjoy some cubanas.

If you bring US dollars to Cuba, every time you are going to exchance money there will charge you 10% fine. In Cuba there are 2 currencies 1 peso cubano which cubans use and which does not buy you anything. 2 peso convertible which you will use to pay tourist taxis, beer, chicas.

Havana is a dangerous city especially at night avoid dark street try to hang out in groups. The only time I got robbed in my life was in havana.

Read the Cuba thread/D. R. Thread and if there are any questions left come back and ask.[/QUOTE]

Anyone know this girl. I saw her at casa iraisa in oct 2008 and have seen her off and on but lost her number.

[url]http://www.periastron-vacations.com/index.php?option=com_phocagallery&view=category&id=11:October%202008&Itemid=73[/url]

She's the first one in the gallery Ambar.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]Anyone know this girl. I saw her at casa iraisa in oct 2008 and have seen her off and on but lost her number.

[url]http://www.periastron-vacations.com/index.php?option=com_phocagallery&view=category&id=11:October%202008&Itemid=73[/url]

She's the first one in the gallery Ambar.[/QUOTE]I will be in Boca Chica for one day next week and could stop by Casa Iraisa and see if she is still there. I remember her from Carlos's placelast year when I was there. The girls supplied for his resort come from Casa Iraisa.

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker]I will be in Boca Chica for one day next week and could stop by Casa Iraisa and see if she is still there. I remember her from Carlos's placelast year when I was there. The girls supplied for his resort come from Casa Iraisa.[/QUOTE]She doesn't work there any more, I emailed Carlos looking for her and he said she hadn't worked there in more than a year. Any info would be appreciated.

Hey guys. I am giong to be making my first international mongering trip at the beginning of the year (jan sometime). I have one question. If you had to choose between the Dominican Republic and Colombia, where would you go?

I only have enough for one trip in 2011 and I want it to be memorable. Woman wise, which destination is more appealing?

[QUOTE=Ghost Deni]Hey guys. I am giong to be making my first international mongering trip at the beginning of the year (jan sometime). I have one question. If you had to choose between the Dominican Republic and Colombia, where would you go?

I only have enough for one trip in 2011 and I want it to be memorable. Woman wise, which destination is more appealing?[/QUOTE]If I had to choose it would be Colombia,period. Fortunately I don't have to choose,I frequent both often.

I do not know that much about Columbia, but I do nto see as how it would even be a question. You have got to go to the DR

[QUOTE=Cagep1967]She doesn't work there any more, I emailed Carlos looking for her and he said she hadn't worked there in more than a year. Any info would be appreciated.[/QUOTE]

Somehow these threads got mixed up. I am trying to answer his question and/or join a discussion and when I pressed the "quote" buttom it started a entire new thread. I may be even using the worng verbiage. Sorry I am new.

[QUOTE=Sambuca]I do not know that much about Columbia, but I do nto see as how it would even be a question. You have got to go to the DR[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Ghost Deni]Hey guys. I am giong to be making my first international mongering trip at the beginning of the year (jan sometime). I have one question. If you had to choose between the Dominican Republic and Colombia, where would you go?

I only have enough for one trip in 2011 and I want it to be memorable. Woman wise, which destination is more appealing?[/QUOTE]You left alot of info out, do you speak spanish? Do you like to be spoon fed or do you like to hunt?, and what type of chicas do you like?

Being its your first trip I would suggest Black Beards because everything is basic and predictable and you can figure out if you want to expand from there.

I guess since you only have enough for one trip this is a biggie to you. Black Beards has the pricing structure already established, plus a bar and easy enviornment. Don't over think this GO TO BB.

Once you break your international mongering virginity, and can up your trips with more frequency then expanding is an option.

Colombia is the greatest place on earth to me. But the DR has the fire and spice. Colombia is something you have to graduate to. Its a different vibe with different creatures. You have to have some game, and learn how to play under its rules. The DR is wide open and free, it uzes sex. Plus the DR has enough bravado to initially excite you. Once you go you will be counting your pennies for a return.

I am not a fan of BB. I think you can do better on your own. If I want to save money I just go out on my own. If I want to have a more organzied trip I go to a more upscale trip, then I spend a little more money. So what are you thinking of spending?

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]You left alot of info out, do you speak spanish? Do you like to be spoon fed or do you like to hunt?, and what type of chicas do you like?

Being its your first trip I would suggest Black Beards because everything is basic and predictable and you can figure out if you want to expand from there.

I guess since you only have enough for one trip this is a biggie to you. Black Beards has the pricing structure already established, plus a bar and easy enviornment. Don't over think this GO TO BB.

Once you break your international mongering virginity, and can up your trips with more frequency then expanding is an option.

Colombia is the greatest place on earth to me. But the DR has the fire and spice. Colombia is something you have to graduate to. Its a different vibe with different creatures. You have to have some game, and learn how to play under its rules. The DR is wide open and free, it uzes sex. Plus the DR has enough bravado to initially excite you. Once you go you will be counting your pennies for a return.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Ghost Deni]Hey guys. I am giong to be making my first international mongering trip at the beginning of the year (jan sometime). I have one question. If you had to choose between the Dominican Republic and Colombia, where would you go?

I only have enough for one trip in 2011 and I want it to be memorable. Woman wise, which destination is more appealing?[/QUOTE]

I haven't been to Columbia, but I would say that Sosua, DR would be ideal for a first international mongering trip for various reasons.

1. It is quite close to the US, so short flight from Miami (90 mins).
2. Airport is small and close to town (5 miles), so no stress.
3. Town is small and you can go everywhere on foot if you want, so no stress about transportation. Or use cheap motoconchos for short distances if hot and/or tired.
4. Plenty of English speaking restaurants and bars everywhere within walking distance.
5. Fairly nice beach within walking distance. Beach has many stalls, bars, and restaurants.
6. Plenty of suitable hotels at reasonable prices.
7. Mongering area is fairly compact.
8. Relatively safe vis-a-vis crime and muggings. Lots of tourists around day and night.
9. All kinds of other relaxing things available, all within walking distance, for example barber, massage, pedicure--all cheap compared to US.
10. Plenty of ATMs available, or money change places.
11. Chicas everywhere, they will find you.

So overall Sosua is very easy for a first international trip, because everything you need is at hand and you don't have to worry about the stress of navigating a foreign culture. If you don't speak Spanish, at least it is fairly easy to understand some of the words and communicate with signs.

[QUOTE=Sambuca]I am not a fan of BB. I think you can do better on your own. If I want to save money I just go out on my own. If I want to have a more organzied trip I go to a more upscale trip, then I spend a little more money. So what are you thinking of spending?[/QUOTE]I'm a little confused sir. This is your first international trip and you've come to the conclusion that BB is not for you? Okay. You didn't state that you speak spanish so I'm going to assume you don't. It would be hard to venture out alone not speaking spanish. What specifically are you looking for in women? And what is your budget. We don't mind helping but please be very specific so I can assist you correctly.

[QUOTE=Frannie]I haven't been to Columbia, but I would say that Sosua, DR would be ideal for a first international mongering trip for various reasons.

1. It is quite close to the US, so short flight from Miami (90 mins).
2. Airport is small and close to town (5 miles), so no stress.
3. Town is small and you can go everywhere on foot if you want, so no stress about transportation. Or use cheap motoconchos for short distances if hot and/or tired.
4. Plenty of English speaking restaurants and bars everywhere within walking distance.
5. Fairly nice beach within walking distance. Beach has many stalls, bars, and restaurants.
6. Plenty of suitable hotels at reasonable prices.
7. Mongering area is fairly compact.
8. Relatively safe vis-a-vis crime and muggings. Lots of tourists around day and night.
9. All kinds of other relaxing things available, all within walking distance, for example barber, massage, pedicure--all cheap compared to US.
10. Plenty of ATMs available, or money change places.
11. Chicas everywhere, they will find you.

So overall Sosua is very easy for a first international trip, because everything you need is at hand and you don't have to worry about the stress of navigating a foreign culture. If you don't speak Spanish, at least it is fairly easy to understand some of the words and communicate with signs.[/QUOTE]Most of what you say is correct except that Sosua is easy for a first timer. Especially for someone who has never mongered internationally before.

As Westys recent report indicated, Sosua can be overwhelming. BB is a good starting point and you can always visit Sosua for future intel. The main benefit about BB is the set pricing structure. Negoitiating in Sosua can go a foul at any time, and the performance can leave you frustrated. And please don't give the impression that Sosua is crime free. You have to maintain your wits at all times. Sosua has traps that after 20 visits I still have to remind myself to look out for.

The Sosua is easy & fun. I love the DR. I live in Punta Cana, but was born in the US. I was just surprised by that someone thought that the girls in the DR were not good looking. I disagree. They are great. You will have a great time and you will get laid. It is impossible to not get laid in PP/Sosua.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]Most of what you say is correct except that Sosua is easy for a first timer. Especially for someone who has never mongered internationally before.

As Westys recent report indicated, Sosua can be overwhelming. BB is a good starting point and you can always visit Sosua for future intel. The main benefit about BB is the set pricing structure. Negoitiating in Sosua can go a foul at any time, and the performance can leave you frustrated. And please don't give the impression that Sosua is crime free. You have to maintain your wits at all times. Sosua has traps that after 20 visits I still have to remind myself to look out for.[/QUOTE]

Are you replying to me GoGo. Becuase I live in the DR. Maybe I misunderstood.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]I'm a little confused sir. This is your first international trip and you've come to the conclusion that BB is not for you? Okay. You didn't state that you speak spanish so I'm going to assume you don't. It would be hard to venture out alone not speaking spanish. What specifically are you looking for in women? And what is your budget. We don't mind helping but please be very specific so I can assist you correctly.[/QUOTE]

The cholera outbreak in Haiti has spread to the Dominican Republic and that nation has issued a maximum health alert, its health ministry said.

One more reason to look to asia for my upcomeing travel plans. No cholera and the pussy is better two good reasons lol.

I am in PC now. It is beautiful and so are the girls. 12 million people and 1 case of cholera. Someone got hit by lighting here also. Wait, what about shark attacks. I think best not to leave the house.

[QUOTE=Freetime]The cholera outbreak in Haiti has spread to the Dominican Republic and that nation has issued a maximum health alert, its health ministry said.

One more reason to look to asia for my upcomeing travel plans. No cholera and the pussy is better two good reasons lol.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Sambuca]Are you replying to me GoGo. Becuase I live in the DR. Maybe I misunderstood.[/QUOTE]Sorry to much Hennessy that night.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo]Most of what you say is correct except that Sosua is easy for a first timer. Especially for someone who has never mongered internationally before.

As Westys recent report indicated, Sosua can be overwhelming. BB is a good starting point and you can always visit Sosua for future intel. The main benefit about BB is the set pricing structure. Negoitiating in Sosua can go a foul at any time, and the performance can leave you frustrated. And please don't give the impression that Sosua is crime free. You have to maintain your wits at all times. Sosua has traps that after 20 visits I still have to remind myself to look out for.[/QUOTE]

I wouldn't say that Sosua is crime-free, but it is safe enough to walk around 24 hours a day without much risk of getting mugged. People try to swindle you in all kinds of little ways, but in the DR it is more at the individual level. In the US you will find yourself systematically swindled by businesses on a bigger scale.

One thing that people forget is that there are plenty of tourists in Sosua and Caberete who are not there for the mongering, and I don't think they find the place particularly dangerous.

As far as negotiating with girls I don't have any comparative data for Colombia, but although I have certainly picked a few duds in Sosua, in general I am amazed and often surprised at the quality of the sexual experiences that I have had. For a man in his fifties to have a wonderful passionate sexual experience with a young woman of 20 is considered improbable beyond the bounds of reality in most people's minds, yet in Sosua such a thing is common and unremarkable and I have had more than I could ever count.

Obviously, no matter what destination you go to, your own ability to forge a bond and chemistry (albeit temporary) with a young woman will to some extent determine the quality of your experience. You can't just rate the girls on quality of performance as if they were automobiles. It is an interactive processs, and I find that most of the girls in the DR are pleasant, polite, humorous, and fun to be with. Of course there are some dogs, but the thrill of the chase lies in finding the ones who you have good empathy with, and the sexual chemistry will follow.

since the outbreak of cholera in haiti travelers should be aware what to do to avoid getting cholera.

[quote]the risk for cholera is very low for travelers visiting areas with epidemic cholera. when simple precautions are observed, contracting the disease is unlikely.

all travelers to areas where cholera has occurred should observe the following recommendations:

* drink only water that you have boiled or treated with chlorine or iodine. other safe beverages include tea and coffee made with boiled water and carbonated, bottled beverages with no ice.
* eat only foods that have been thoroughly cooked and are still hot, or fruit that you have peeled yourself.
* avoid undercooked or raw fish or shellfish, including ceviche.
* make sure all vegetables are cooked -- avoid salads.
* avoid foods and beverages from street vendors.
* do not bring perishable seafood back to the united states.

a simple rule of thumb is

"boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it. "

source:

cholera prevention
u.s. department of health and human services, public health service, centers for disease control, national center for infectious diseases division for bacterial and mycotic diseases
publication date: 05/01/1992

cholera prevention[/quote]

I would like to purchase a cell phone as a gift for a friend in the DR. I know next to nothing about cell phones.

Can I purchase the phone in the States and have it be functional in the DR? Or is that a bad idea? Would I get a better or worse deal in the DR? Where is a good place to make such a purchase in POP?

Any advice will be appreciated.

Just buy one in the DR. I live here and I have a cell service in the US also. If you use your US cell you will pay roaming fees. Mine are $2 a minute. You can buy a cheap phone for less than $30 and then just pay buy the minutes. Way less expensive. Also Skype is really a great system if you have a laptop

[QUOTE=Hudagle]I would like to purchase a cell phone as a gift for a friend in the DR. I know next to nothing about cell phones.

Can I purchase the phone in the States and have it be functional in the DR? Or is that a bad idea? Would I get a better or worse deal in the DR? Where is a good place to make such a purchase in POP?

Any advice will be appreciated.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Hudagle]I would like to purchase a cell phone as a gift for a friend in the DR. I know next to nothing about cell phones.

Can I purchase the phone in the States and have it be functional in the DR? Or is that a bad idea? Would I get a better or worse deal in the DR? Where is a good place to make such a purchase in POP?

Any advice will be appreciated.[/QUOTE]I bought my serious GF an unblocked cell phone from Newegg.com, a Samsung touch screen type phone, quad band, originally made for AT&T. I paid about $125, the phone comes with headphones, charger, stylus pen, a USB cable and a samsung disc with a samsung phone manager program (the program is in numerous languages including spanish).

She took the phone to a Claro shop and they changed the settings so it would work in DR and they installed a SIM card (chip), and she transferred her old phone number to her new phone. Total cost with minutes added was about $10 US.

If you buy a phone to take with you, get one that takes a SIM card. About a year ago I bought a zte brand cell phone at claro for about 500 pesos (about 13US) with minutes, the phone works, but the numbers on the screen are super small.

There is a claro shop in the airport in SDQ.

[QUOTE=Hudagle]I would like to purchase a cell phone as a gift for a friend in the DR. I know next to nothing about cell phones.

Can I purchase the phone in the States and have it be functional in the DR? Or is that a bad idea? Would I get a better or worse deal in the DR? Where is a good place to make such a purchase in POP?

Any advice will be appreciated.[/QUOTE]

Simple info in English [url]http://www.netservice-dr.com/[/url]
Example in Spanish [url]http://www.orange.com.do[/url]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa]

If you buy a phone to take with you, get one that takes a SIM card. About a year ago I bought a zte brand cell phone at claro for about 500 pesos (about 13US) with minutes, the phone works, but the numbers on the screen are super small.

There is a claro shop in the airport in SDQ.[/QUOTE]

I bought, rooted, and unlocked Android phone before leaving the States. Purchased a Claro SIM for 290 DP and was up and running as soon as the card was activated. Being an Android phone the contacts and etc. synced with my gmail account and I have Internet in many locations.

An easy way to get almost any phone unlocked is to use this site. Cost me about $20 and had the code and instructions the next morning.

[url]http://unlocker.com/[/url]

If you do bring a smart phone into the DR make sure you turnoff all data roaming since most plans charge about $15/MB which can add up to big dollars vary fast.

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker]I bought, rooted, and unlocked Android phone before leaving the States. Purchased a Claro SIM for 290 DP and was up and running as soon as the card was activated. Being an Android phone the contacts and etc. synced with my gmail account and I have Internet in many locations.

An easy way to get almost any phone unlocked is to use this site. Cost me about $20 and had the code and instructions the next morning.

[url]http://unlocker.com/[/url]

If you do bring a smart phone into the DR make sure you turnoff all data roaming since most plans charge about $15/MB which can add up to big dollars vary fast.[/QUOTE]That link is dead.

I am planning a trip to the North Coast in January. (I know with the crackdown and all this may not be the best idea, but I had already booked my ticket when all that went down.) It doesn't really upset me that I may have to look for chicas indoors. I have only mongered in Amsterdam, so this will be my maiden voyage to the third world.

I have been researching the DR thoroughly for a while now. I read the Teflon Monger blog, but I am wondering if there are any other monger blogs of a similar nature I could check out. I would appreciate any links or info you guys can offer.

I am planning to stay 6 nights. My first night I want to do New Garden followed by 3 nights at Barba Negra, then back to NG for the remainder. From what I have gathered this sounds like a pretty solid plan for a first-timer, and should make the crackdown easy enough to navigate my way around.

I have read the Sosua forum all the way back to Jan of '08 to get an idea of what I'm looking at. If anyone has any additional advice to offer that is off the beaten path, or something I may have missed, I would appreciate that as well.

I'd like to thank everyone who posts for putting up info that has been instrumental in planning this.

Hey MiamiHeatLuver,

You wanted to know about that product Blackantusa? Works very well although I have never tried (Viagra or Cialis). I tried on my frist day stayed hard for 45min. Plus, but the great thing is after getting one nut off was ready to go again an hour later. Had no side effects even worked while having several drinks. Thanks for the tip! Great pics in the Sosua forum.

Apart from mongering, I have another reason for my visit to the DR. I am interested in exploring the Afro-Caribbean religion/magic culture here. Santeria, Yoruba, Voudoun, Lucumí, etc. I know Haiti is probably a better choice for the exploration of such things, but I am a little hesitant to go there at the moment.

Have any of you encountered this aspect of the culture? Are there stores in places like Puerto Plata or Sosua that sell materials related to these practices?

Any resources that anyone can offer on this subject would be greatly appreciated. It is always something that has fascinated me in the anthropological sense, and I look forward to having an opportunity to explore it so near to it's ground zero in the Americas.

I have been traveling to the DR for four years. I have just spent the last two months ALL over the island. This experience was different for me than my last trips. The biggest difference is that I had the opportunity to live in Colombia last year for 9 months. So, I have more to compare to.

I found myself arriving to the DR with rose colored glasses. Every day and night thereafter was a love / hate roller coaster. In the end, I have to conclude that everything and anything is possible to find in the DR. Sometimes you get lucky. Sometimes you don't. Everyone should expect the DR experience not to be served on a silver platter.

Punta Cana. I love the beach and a little city called Cortocita. I can party hard and Club Mangos is the best night life the DR has to offer. There a several casa de citas that open and close on a regular basis. Everyone links to think that "the BEST girls are at. " But the truth is most DR girls can not determine if they are attractive, hot, sexy. They can not evaluate if a man is handsome either. It is really just a base sex act 99% of the time.

There are exceptions. But that takes time and relationship building. I had a couple of girl friends in Punta Cana. These are working girls that would prefer to be with me for no pay. Just party. But, I would see them at Mangos. Or the German Bar. Working when we were not together.

The general complexion of women in the Punta Cana region are dark. When you see variety is comes from other parts of the island.

Boca Chica. This place is either a shit hole or a paradise depending on how big of monger you are. The beach is probably the ugliest in the island. Puntas are wall to wall day and night. There are some casas in the neighborhoods.

The fucking street guys try to hook you up – and that always is a BAD THING. There are also excellent sales people so even when you tell them to fuck off, somehow they can stick to you like glue.

The women can be just like the street guys. And just when you are about to get pissed, you meet a sweetheart that changes your view and everything is 100% all over again. The night life is a little sparse. Definitely not world class.

Santo Domingo – Now this place was a real surprise. The zona colonial reminds you a little of the French Quarter in New Orleans and old Miami Beach. It is on my map as a comer as far as a tourist destination. The women can be a little more professional at the night clubs. Behind the big casinos you find the monger playground.

I found the prices to be a little high in Santa Domingo (and Santiago) compared with what I was able to negotiate in Punta Cana and Boca Chica. But, then again it could have just been a matter of time. I only stayed in Santo Domingo a couple days – so I was a big target.

There is a rich area of town where I got nice reception from non-working girls (I prefer that when given the choice). I had a couple of mongers tell me that non-working rich girls was in impossibility. But, I found the opposite to be true. I think we all need to be mindful of our league and game. If you have a little, you can play the non-pro field in the DR (But it is hard to find a non-pro there)

Santiago. I held out GREAT hope for this city. I thought I was going to find muchos flacitas and blancas. I went to the hot spots the city offered on a Friday night. It was a sausage festival – more guys than girls. PLUS, it was like being at a FAT girl beauty contest. (THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF MY DESIRES).

I was sort of floored with disappointment, so I went south of town to the strip clubs. Nothing to write home about here either. I went back to the casino where I was staying the place that presumably was one of the late night hot spots. I was kindly talking to a fat girl in the reception area when her handler gave me the good news – for just 200 US, I could spend the night with Ms. Piggy. No thanks – give it to the next lucky guy.

The next day I did tour the Catholic university and the other university in Santiago. Again, a great self esteem builder. If I was to spend any additional time in Santiago, this is where I would go. The prettiest and smartest girls are easy pickens. Pay? You always pay something but in these cases, it is generally a gift and dinner and a generous taxi fare home.

Costanzia and Martes Franfran – Two little mountain town VERY far off the beaten track. Both have a high concentration of European genes in the population. NO monger action. But, that does not mean there is not action. I went straight to the church and central park, and within 30 minutes the Catholic priest was introducing me to the best and brightest in town. Obviously, this takes more time and patients. But, if you are looking for something special it can be found at these two special cities.

Sassou – Just like Boca Chica, except more of it. I found the service to be less than the tease in many cases. I was robbed and scammed. But, I put myself in riskier situations than normal, so I am not bitchin. I am just saying that you have to hold on to your hat if you are going to take a walk on the wild side in this town. There are also places like Passion. These are layups – good selection; good rates; clean rooms. But, I like my women a little less trafficked.

Cabarete – My favorite place on the island, personally. Great night life and kite boarding. Bamboo and Unnos will show you the talent of working and tourists. Not hard to find some tourist action – girls need it too. But a word of caution. There are many hot skinny white girls that come to Cabarate for the young black guys with tons of game – Sankys. They are almost impossible to out game. If a chick is open to them – you will lose 99% of the time.

Across the street from Bamboo is The Arriba – 30 dollars US will do you – and the selection deteriorates. A little down the street is the Casino late night. After 3:00 AM this can get pretty ugly.

There are a couple of boutique ***** houses on the north coast. I checked some out. Pretty much just a bird cage with too much of just one thing in my opinion, but to each his own.

I also spend a couple nights in Samana (Les Terranenes too) Really, by this point, it was just more of the same. The environment was a little more Polynesian for some reason. Pretty remote. Poor night life. Poor selection of women by comparison with the other cities cited above.

In sum, the DR is a great place for a quick get-away. The more time and investment you make in the people and culture, the more it comes back to you. The women can be good service providers. It is possible to find a study girl friend – that is how I got my best action.

It would be difficult, in my opinion, to find anything more than that. The women lack the style and grace to be taken very seriously. They would not plug into a modern world easily. But it is close and can be inexpensive – not cheap by the way. I was constantly surprised how expensive everything except lodging was. Even the beers are a little pricey, but damn Presidentes are good.

I will go back from time to time for business, but I will be without that optimistic ragging hardon of my first several trips. I have seen this island now inside and out, and I know the best to be had is likely 20 minutes out of the airport – no hidden magic valley of perfect pussy to be found. Bottom line: my best night in the DR was equal to a mediocre night in Cali or Medellin.

BUT, I like petite girls. If you like Phat asses and big natural tits and TONS of them, the DR could be heaven for you.

Pay attention to what Iam Zon wrote below - it's an excellent summary, right on the money.

I personally value Las Terrenas more that he does and like Presidente and S.D. less, but that's about it. If you're not ready to put up with a LOT of fucked up situations, don't travel here.

I had three cell phones with DR phone numbers. 2 were prepaid verizon phones that I bought at Walmart for $20-$30, that I had unlocked in DR and programmed for use in DR. My main DR verizon brand samsung cell died. The other two cell phones I had not used in in over 6 months in DR and when I went to use them this past trip I received a message saying I had to reactivate or something like that.

I visited the claro office at the santo domingo airport. The prepaid verizon samsung phone, which had previously been unlocked and had a DR number, that phone the chica at claro was unable to reactivate. I visited the main claro office in santo domingo and they said I would need to go to a dealer to get the phone reactivated. The prepaid verizon samsung cell phones do not have sim cards (chips).

The 500 peso ZTE brand Claro cell that I had purchased and used on a prior trip, I had to buy a new sim card for that phone. The chica at the claro office in the airport installed a new sim card and gave me a new number for the ZTE cell, with minutes the cost was around 400 pesos.

The ZTE has a small screen and the numbers are very small, I couldn't tell who was calling me. I dislike that phone.

I will be buying a new phone to use in DR. I was told cell phones that take sim cards are better. ATT and T-Mobile cell phones here in the states take sim cards.

I bought a refurbished pantech link cell phone from the ATT website for $30, it has a keyboard and looks like a blackberry type phone. Could be a good phone to bring to DR to use as a "gift" or a carrot a la bugs bunny (like Helpmann).

Newegg.com has numerous no contract phones, that are supposedly unlocked. I may buy one from newegg with a keyboard. Texting chicas in DR might be better than speaking with them over the phone when setting up dates. I figure if I have a phone with a keyboard it will be easier to text.

Some phones come with wifi and gps. I don't know if those are useful features to have in DR. GPS could be nice, especially late at night if I drive a chica home and she lives in the bowels of some barrio and I have to figure out how to get back to the main road.

When I was in the Claro office I saw a brochure for internet access for mobile devices. One plan was pay as you, 100 pesos for one day and 100mb max for downloads. I would have to buy the router for the mobile device from claro for around 1700 pesos.

Not all hotels give free internet, other hotels sometimes the free internet service is not functioning. I would like to have the option of connecting to the internet whenever and wherever using claro for 100 pesos for the day, but the 100mb download limit has me concerned (I would just want to see news and read and send emails, not download files).

I have never used an internet connection that has a limit on the amount you can download. Maybe someone who has experience can chime in.

Greetings,

I just came back from the DR not to long ago. I've always had a hard time finding words to explain my experiences so I don't think I will do anyone justice writing up a long trip report. I don't pay here so no pictures from me to tell a story.

I would like to post a thank you to all those who have answered any queries I've had about the DR before my trip. You've been spot on with your information and I really appreciate your help. Thank you very much indeed gentlemen.

Although I studied extensively on the DR before my trip nothing really totally prepared me for what I saw and experienced down there. Ultimately I'm glad I went.

A few quick words:

Where to stay:

I decided to rent a condo for my stay. It was a wise choice. I had daily maid service, WIFI. 24/7 security, private beach, access to heated Jacuzzi's and a pool. The condo was very spacious and had all the modern conveniences of TV's, CD (mp3) player, fridge, stove, etc. As a convenience, I could exchange money from the management office before going out for the day. It was chica friendly like you wouldn't believe. And I took advantage of that almost daily.

What town to stay in:

For my first trip down to the DR, I opted to stay in Cabarete. I would then travel to Sosua, Puerto Plata and everywhere else in-between. Another wise choice. Cabarete was a lot of fun and I fell in love with the Dominicans there. I found them to be fun and a good people. I was not prepared to witness their poverty however. The drive from the airport to Cabarete gave me tears in my eyes. The constant surf of Cabarete was astounding. I hardly ever left the beach.

What kind of transportation to use:

Even though I was warned not too, I opted to rent a vehicle. I had a 2011 SUV. Driving around the DR? In a word, terrifying but I'd do it again in a heart beat. It's a freedom thing. Not to mention impressing the chicas. It is not for everyone however. So I won't call you a coward if you opt for the Motor Conchos instead of your own wheels.

Women:

I've fallen in love with the Dominican woman. I found them to be very beautiful inside and out. But most are very illiterate. Their skin? Smooth but their bodies are thick and dark. Awesome. Their hair was either black or tinted red or blonde. This made them more attractive to me and when they smiled at you, man oh man, it floored me on my ass. They all like to wear tight jeans and shirts that show their mighty cleavage. And mighty are their breasts! This is the boob capital of the world! And I love it.

I'm fighting a strange type of depression from having to come back to America. I hope it leaves me soon. At any rate, I will return to the DR for sure. Ciao.

Kaiju

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1096227]That link is dead.[/QUOTE]Previously I posted I unlocked my phone at unlock. Com. After returning to the states I see the URL should have been [url]http://www.unlock2go.com/[/url] Instead. I used the phone on both Claro and Orange networks without any problems. Orange seemed to have the best coverage.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1100793]I will be buying a new phone to use in DR. I was told cell phones that take sim cards are better. ATT and T-Mobile cell phones here in the states take sim cards.

Some phones come with wifi and gps. I don't know if those are useful features to have in DR. GPS could be nice, especially late at night if I drive a chica home and she lives in the bowels of some barrio and I have to figure out how to get back to the main road.

When I was in the Claro office I saw a brochure for internet access for mobile devices. One plan was pay as you. 100 pesos for one day and 100mb max for downloads. I would have to buy the router for the mobile device from claro for around 1700 pesos.

I have never used an internet connection that has a limit on the amount you can download. Maybe someone who has experience can chime in. [/QUOTE]Phones from AT&T and Sprint use a GSM network and a SIM card. Phones from Verizon and Sprint use a CDMA network and the data is stored on the phone's internal memory rather than the SIM card and this is why you need to have the phone programed at the office / store. The SIM card holds all the info about the phone and this is why you can put an active SIM in an unlocked phone and use it on the network the SIM is authorized on. From what I have read, both Orange and Claro are moving to a fully GSM network and GSM networks are the most common outside the US. Very simple explanation but the reason you would want a GSM phone rather than a CDMA phone.

A phone I have never used but might be great for the DR is the I9 phone which is an iPhone clone and has two SIM slots so you can us it on two networks at once. You can read a review here [url]http://i9phonereview.com/new-i9-cell-phone-review[/url] Or buy here [url]http://www.brandsdragon.com/products/product_28975.htm[/url] This phone was mentioned by another board member about a year ago and he used it as a carrot. Looks interesting and is less than $100.

The SIM I purchased from the guy at BB cost 300 pesos. With 100 pesos of air time which was cheaper than buying a phone.

Most smart phones can be used as a GPS but would require a data package to download the maps as you drive. At. 002 per KB this is expensive if roaming on your USA phone. If you have DR phone most of the data network on Orange was EDGE which is pretty slow and most likely not work well as a car type GPS. I learned the hard way to shut off roaming data as soon as you land in the DR. The Garmin GPS I took to the DR worked perfectly and you can buy one pretty cheap off NewEgg. You of course need to purchase DR maps to download to the GPS. I have posted before about my success using this GPS in the DR.

As far as data usage, I use about 115 MG of data a month on my Android phone and would consider myself a moderate user. 100 MB should last a couple of weeks or maybe a month. Just a guess here but if your SIM supports data the 100 pesos a day may not be too bad but the network is pretty slow most likely not be available outside major cities.

I was amazed the number of places in the DR that offer free WiFi and did not really miss not having data connectivity for my phone. Of course the $150 a night AI wanted $13 per day for internet. Go figure.

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker; 1102243]Phones from AT&T and Sprint use a GSM network and a SIM card. Phones from Verizon and Sprint use a CDMA network and the data is stored on the phone's internal memory rather than the SIM card and this is why you need to have the phone programed at the office / store. The SIM card holds all the info about the phone and this is why you can put an active SIM in an unlocked phone and use it on the network the SIM is authorized on. From what I have read, both Orange and Claro are moving to a fully GSM network and GSM networks are the most common outside the US. Very simple explanation but the reason you would want a GSM phone rather than a CDMA phone.

A phone I have never used but might be great for the DR is the I9 phone which is an iPhone clone and has two SIM slots so you can us it on two networks at once. You can read a review here.

[url]http://i9phonereview.com/new-i9-cell-phone-review[/url]

Or buy here.

[url]http://www.brandsdragon.com/products/product_28975.htm[/url]

This phone was mentioned by another board member about a year ago and he used it as a carrot. Looks interesting and is less than $100.

The SIM I purchased from the guy at BB cost 300 pesos. With 100 pesos of air time which was cheaper than buying a phone.

Most smart phones can be used as a GPS but would require a data package to download the maps as you drive. At. 002 per KB this is expensive if roaming on your USA phone. If you have DR phone most of the data network on Orange was EDGE which is pretty slow and most likely not work well as a car type GPS. I learned the hard way to shut off roaming data as soon as you land in the DR. The Garmin GPS I took to the DR worked perfectly and you can buy one pretty cheap off NewEgg. You of course need to purchase DR maps to download to the GPS. I have posted before about my success using this GPS in the DR.

As far as data usage, I use about 115 MG of data a month on my Android phone and would consider myself a moderate user. 100 MB should last a couple of weeks or maybe a month. Just a guess here but if your SIM supports data the 100 pesos a day may not be too bad but the network is pretty slow most likely not be available outside major cities.

I was amazed the number of places in the DR that offer free WiFi and did not really miss not having data connectivity for my phone. Of course the $150 a night AI wanted $13 per day for internet. Go figure. [/QUOTE]Thanks.

I may buy a Nokia unlocked cell from Amazon. Supposedly the phone has free lifetime Ovi maps. Not sure if Ovi has maps for the DR.

If you open Google Maps in firefox or google chrome browser, you can click the small box (Show My Location) above the zoom bar on the left hand of the map and your current physical location will be shown on a map. Shows my current location on a map when using my home computer which is connected to a lan network. Supposedly will work with other types of networks as well.

from the claro website, translated by google chrome, [url]http://internetmovil.claro.com.do/contenido.aspx?id=1816:[/url]

"the new broadband service prepaid course lets you stay connected at all times to internet invoices or contracts, and have speeds up to 3. 5 mbps on the file download. the connection speed achieved will depend on factors such as congestion and level of voice signal.

benefits.

no validation or credit contracts, you can recharge your service whenever and choice. click here to reload.

content and file transfer (emails, documents, videos, photos, etc.) , surfing the internet access information from your computer or private network.

to activate the service, visit any of our customer service, department by presenting their identity card or passport.

prices.

subscription type 1 day, price w / tax road $ 128, download allowed 100 mb.

7 days, price w / tax road road $ 768, download allowed 1 gb.

etc."

i have been in a few hotels in dr where the per day internet charge was $20 or more. some small hotels and some apartments don't provide internet. 100 pesos is $2. 77. supposedly you can recharge online at claro. i will ask about it my next trip to dr.

plaza espana in zona colonial, santo domingo had a sign saying that is was a wifi zone, maybe i'll try to connect there in the future to see how it is.

[quote=bogiemaker; 1102243]phones from at&t and sprint use a gsm network and a sim card. phones from verizon and sprint use a cdma network and the data is stored on the phone's internal memory rather than the sim card and this is why you need to have the phone programed at the office / store. the sim card holds all the info about the phone and this is why you can put an active sim in an unlocked phone and use it on the network the sim is authorized on. from what i have read, both orange and claro are moving to a fully gsm network and gsm networks are the most common outside the us. very simple explanation but the reason you would want a gsm phone rather than a cdma phone.

a phone i have never used but might be great for the dr is the i9 phone which is an iphone clone and has two sim slots so you can us it on two networks at once. you can read a review here.

[url]http://i9phonereview.com/new-i9-cell-phone-review[/url]

or buy here.

[url]http://www.brandsdragon.com/products/product_28975.htm[/url]

this phone was mentioned by another board member about a year ago and he used it as a carrot. looks interesting and is less than $100.

the sim i purchased from the guy at bb cost 300 pesos. with 100 pesos of air time which was cheaper than buying a phone.

most smart phones can be used as a gps but would require a data package to download the maps as you drive. at. 002 per kb this is expensive if roaming on your usa phone. if you have dr phone most of the data network on orange was edge which is pretty slow and most likely not work well as a car type gps. i learned the hard way to shut off roaming data as soon as you land in the dr. the garmin gps i took to the dr worked perfectly and you can buy one pretty cheap off newegg. you of course need to purchase dr maps to download to the gps. i have posted before about my success using this gps in the dr.

as far as data usage, i use about 115 mg of data a month on my android phone and would consider myself a moderate user. 100 mb should last a couple of weeks or maybe a month. just a guess here but if your sim supports data the 100 pesos a day may not be too bad but the network is pretty slow most likely not be available outside major cities.

i was amazed the number of places in the dr that offer free wifi and did not really miss not having data connectivity for my phone. of course the $150 a night ai wanted $13 per day for internet. go figure. [/quote]

This site has listings for many small hotels in numerous towns and cities in DR: [url]http://www.hotel-dominican-republic.net/[/url]

The map feature showing the location of the hotels functioned for Santo Domingo.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1102247]Thanks.

I may buy a Nokia unlocked cell from Amazon. Supposedly the phone has free lifetime Ovi maps. Not sure if Ovi has maps for the DR.

Nope, had thoughts along the same lines. Could try Google Maps if your in range of WiFi.

If you open Google Maps in firefox or google chrome browser, you can click the small box (Show My Location) above the zoom bar on the left hand of the map and your current physical location will be shown on a map. Shows my current location on a map when using my home computer which is connected to a lan network. Supposedly will work with other types of networks as well. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1102345]This site has listings for many small hotels in numerous towns and cities in DR:

[url]http://www.hotel-dominican-republic.net/[/url]

The map feature showing the location of the hotels functioned for Santo Domingo. [/QUOTE]Great information!

[QUOTE=Rit Teach;1102462]No Ovi Maps Of DR[/QUOTE]Thanks, I was trying not to carry too many things to DR, looks like I will have to buy a Garmin GPS. Unless I have an internet plan with claro for 128 pesos a day and connect to the internet with the nokia phone and use google maps, in case I get lost.

I am flying into and out of SDQ on my next trip. I saved enough cash by going this route vs. Buying regular tickets to POP or STI that it pays for my rental car. I will get in early afternoon on Thursday and plan on driving to the north part of the island that day, After a few days at BBs, I plan on meeting up with the novia and staying at a local apartment and then finally leaving to go tp SD for a day or more. Neither of us have spent time there.

Is it worth trying to see the SD sights in one day and then leaving the next? What hotels would you recamend? I want a nice hotel, but not overpriced. Sould I stay close to the airport. On my last day I am planning on sending the novia off on a Caribe Bus and I turn in my rental car. Please pass along any ideas or input that would help a southcoast newbie like me.

Thanks,

P

[QUOTE=Ponderosa; 1103097]I am flying into and out of SDQ on my next trip. I saved enough cash by going this route vs. Buying regular tickets to POP or STI that it pays for my rental car. I will get in early afternoon on Thursday and plan on driving to the north part of the island that day, After a few days at BBs, I plan on meeting up with the novia and staying at a local apartment and then finally leaving to go tp SD for a day or more. Neither of us have spent time there.

Is it worth trying to see the SD sights in one day and then leaving the next? What hotels would you recamend? I want a nice hotel, but not overpriced. Sould I stay close to the airport. On my last day I am planning on sending the novia off on a Caribe Bus and I turn in my rental car. Please pass along any ideas or input that would help a southcoast newbie like me.

Thanks,

P[/QUOTE]I will respond in the santo domingo thread as most of the info will apply to sdq.

Is it just me but since the change in the software I can no longer view thumbnails of photos posted. The Photo Gallery still has thumbnails but all other forums only shows the link to the attached photo. I miss the preview photos.

[QUOTE=Kaiju; 1101805]Greetings,

I just came back from the DR not to long ago. I've always had a hard time finding words to explain my experiences so I don't think I will do anyone justice writing up a long trip report. I don't pay here so no pictures from me to tell a story.[/quote]This is so true. I just went for the second time in September. I still can't put it into words!

Hi there guys. I have had a lot of mongering experience in Europe and latin America, but have only been to the DR once before just for a week back in 2000. Anyway, I am planning to come for up to a month in late January / February 2011, and to mix it up between pro's and maybe a few internet ladies as potential girlfriends.

Anyway, I was thinking of the following programme, and would appreciate your advice / feedback. The first week to stay at a typical tourist hotel around Pueto Plata somewhere, just to settle in. Then a week at Blackbeards resort, not longer to start with as I am not sure if it would suit me there, then maybe a week or two travelling around, to Santiago, Santo Domingo etc, trying to meet some amateurs / internet girlfriends, and then to finish off with a week back at Blackbeards or a rental appartment back on the north coast. Does this sound like a good plan? I have tried to read as much as possible about the DR, but compared to a city like Buenos Aires for example I think there are so many more things to consider, and many aspects, ie travel, mobile phones, safety at night, chica friendly hotels etc seem a lot more complicated. But I think in the end I just need to come, there is only so much research I can do. At least compared to 10 years ago my Spanish is much better so that should help a lot. Anyway, any advice you have, please let me know !

Do you have a preference for the type of chica you like? I come across very few Haitians in Santo Domingo. If you want a good selection of Haitian chicas and Dominican chicas then Puerto Plata and the North Coast would be good.

If you prefer mostly lighter skin chicas then Santiago or La Vega.

Do you need to be near a beach? Do you need to have air conditioning? Will you have a problem hopping onto the back of a motorcycle taxi to use as transportation?

Do you want to be in a city with many people or do you want a small village type atmosphere? What kind of nightlife if any do you want? What types of things do you want to do during the day besides fucking?

Sosua is a small beach town where the beach, nightlife and supermarket are within walking distance. Puerto Plata is a busy city and depending where you stay, you may need to take motorcycle taxis (motoconchos) to get around.

Santiago has no beach, fairly quiet city, not many inexpensive pay for play places in Santiago. More lighter skinned people in Santiago and la Vega.

Santo Domingo is a big, busy city with a mix of people and venues for pay for play.

There are other small beach towns. Boca Chica as reported by Bq Ribs recently has many haitian chicas. Juan Dolio is a quiet beach town with some pay for play action. La Romana is a medium sized town with very expensive complex called casa de campo, with berths for expensive yachts. Bayahibe is a small beach town with many Italians. Boca de Yuma small fishing village. Higuey nice fun city.

Bavaro / Punta Cana has been built up since I was last there, I have seem some nice condominium apartments for rent there and there is pay for play action there.

Cabarete gets guys and gals from many parts of the world who go there for the wind related sports. Cabarete is a pleasant small beach town which has had many new buildings constructed in the last few years.

[QUOTE=Coupe66; 1103834]Hi there guys. I have had a lot of mongering experience in Europe and latin America, but have only been to the DR once before just for a week back in 2000. Anyway, I am planning to come for up to a month in late January / February 2011, and to mix it up between pro's and maybe a few internet ladies as potential girlfriends.

Anyway, I was thinking of the following programme, and would appreciate your advice / feedback. The first week to stay at a typical tourist hotel around Pueto Plata somewhere, just to settle in. Then a week at Blackbeards resort, not longer to start with as I am not sure if it would suit me there, then maybe a week or two travelling around, to Santiago, Santo Domingo etc, trying to meet some amateurs / internet girlfriends, and then to finish off with a week back at Blackbeards or a rental appartment back on the north coast. Does this sound like a good plan? I have tried to read as much as possible about the DR, but compared to a city like Buenos Aires for example I think there are so many more things to consider, and many aspects, ie travel, mobile phones, safety at night, chica friendly hotels etc seem a lot more complicated. But I think in the end I just need to come, there is only so much research I can do. At least compared to 10 years ago my Spanish is much better so that should help a lot. Anyway, any advice you have, please let me know! [/QUOTE]

Thanks a lot for your suggestions, you have left me spoilt with options! I suppose ideally I would like to go to a medium sized town with a bit of life, where the people are friendly, not over exposed to tourists or out to totally rip them off, and relatively safe. Somewhere for example where if I came across a pretty, busty, curvy natural Dominican in a shop or wherever, I would stand a chance of chatting her up. Also a place with a few clubs nearby with some curvy ladies in them at reasonable prices, as if I go there it is for great sex, I don't need champagne or the livliest club on the island for that.

I am more into curvy natural ladies than skinny model types, and I guess like Morenas as much as black girls. When you say lighter skinned I suppose it is all relative anyway, as the average girl I have seen on the net from Santiago is definitely darker than say a Spanish lady. I would think Santago is maybe the kind of town I am looking for? When you asked me about a beach etc, well that's why I said I would like to spend some time at the beach and some time travelling around. I like the beach, but I'm not obsessed with it. Could you tell me anything else about Higuey or La Vega, maybe they're the types of place I'm looking for? Thanks again!

By lighter skin I mean like Amelia Vega, former Miss Universe who was born in Santiago. There are Haitians and dark skin chicas in Santiago and in all towns and cities in DR. Just if you are playing the percentages and you like light skin chicas then Santiago has a greater percentage of light skin chicas.

Many guys like Haitian chicas and those guys usually go to the North Coast or Boca Chica.

Picking up non-pros or semi-pros is doable, you have to know a little bit of Spanish. Join the internet social networking sites and you can meet DR chicas.

I was in Higuey for one night, a Saturday night and I found it to be an enjoyable town. I was the only foreign guy in just about every bar and club I went into. I visited one open air brothel type place in Higuey and the chicas were not skinny.

I have had this conversation with other guys, there is only so much fucking you can do in a day. I need something else to occupy my time after the sex. Swimming, scuba diving, walking around, sitting at a nice outdoor cafe watching the world pass by, eating, getting drunk are all things that guys do when they are not fucking in DR.

Some DR chicas learn some English, you may want to try to meet a chica who speaks a little English and get to know her and possibly invite her to travel to a different city with you. You would be paying for the transportation, room and board, but you would have a nice female companion who could order the meals and do all the talking in Spanish. If you are a good guy, chicas will want to travel with you. Many chicas work or study at University and are often only free on the weekends, other chicas have more free time.

[QUOTE=Coupe66; 1104297]Thanks a lot for your suggestions, you have left me spoilt with options! I suppose ideally I would like to go to a medium sized town with a bit of life, where the people are friendly, not over exposed to tourists or out to totally rip them off, and relatively safe. Somewhere for example where if I came across a pretty, busty, curvy natural Dominican in a shop or wherever, I would stand a chance of chatting her up. Also a place with a few clubs nearby with some curvy ladies in them at reasonable prices, as if I go there it is for great sex, I don't need champagne or the livliest club on the island for that.

I am more into curvy natural ladies than skinny model types, and I guess like Morenas as much as black girls. When you say lighter skinned I suppose it is all relative anyway, as the average girl I have seen on the net from Santiago is definitely darker than say a Spanish lady. I would think Santago is maybe the kind of town I am looking for? When you asked me about a beach etc, well that's why I said I would like to spend some time at the beach and some time travelling around. I like the beach, but I'm not obsessed with it. Could you tell me anything else about Higuey or La Vega, maybe they're the types of place I'm looking for? Thanks again! [/QUOTE]

DR less attractive for investments.

Economist and coordinator of the Human Development Office for the United Nations, Miguel Ceara-Hatton pointed out in his participation in the year's end economic debate on TeleAntillas, Channel 2, said that the DR is less attractive for investors. He mentioned worsening of public services, unskilled labor force, institutional deterioration and violation of the rule of law as major factors affecting foreign investment. He said these problems worsened in 2010. Moreover, he criticized the government's priorities, and called unsustainable the rising public debt, as reported in Hoy. He said interest payments alone on the foreign debt are at 2% of GDP already. He acknowledged 2010 ended with exemplary macroeconomic stability, he mentioned the fiscal deficit, deteriorating trade balance with the US and the fact that none of the Millennium Objectives have been met. He said that the present economic model while producing wealth generates exclusion. He said there is no excuse for a country with 7% GDP growth has an unemployment rate of 14. He said that the present all-inclusive tourism resort model excludes the communities from benefits of the industry.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1104305]By lighter skin I mean like Amelia Vega, former Miss Universe who was born in Santiago. .[/QUOTE]Amelia Vega was my next door neighbor in Jaragua Hotel garden rooms during Miss Dominican Republic pageant. I met all 24 candidates, all extremely beautiful. I was not surprised that Dominican Republic won the contest that year.

Does anybody know the name of the condo complex adjacent to the Waterfront restaurant in Sosua? I stayed there for a week a while ago and can't remember the name and I am looking to possibly return.

Has anybody ever rented the apartments at the El Colibri before? I stayed one night in the hotel before but am looking at the apartments and looking for some feedback.

Yeah, I stayed there back in '08. It was ok, decent, clean attentive nice staff. Pool is big and nice. Lot of Euros who pretty much kept to themselves. Directly across the street is a bar owned by a cool Expat American guy with "girls" available named Cuba Libre bar. Short walk from the hotel you also have Mens Paradise bar and Pasions amply supplied with girls. Pretty far from Classicos, but you could always take a moto and get there in 2mins.

The draw back for me was I hadn't been in DR in a while so as soon as I checked in I grabbed a chica and the staff was looking at me like I was crazy. They didn't say anything but I found out later that the owners were attempting to establish a family oriented vibe. I stayed about 2 days. Price was good.

Peace BBL.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1104603]Has anybody ever rented the apartments at the El Colibri before? I stayed one night in the hotel before but am looking at the apartments and looking for some feedback.[/QUOTE]

Would anyone happen to know where in the DR this video was filmed?

[url]http://www.isharemybitch.com/videos/3078/dominican-party.html[/url]

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson; 1105211]I am thinking of staying at Rockys Hotel and bar. Has anyone ever stayed there? I am just looking for a clean cheap room close to the action with a nice bar / restaurant area to hang out in.

Any help or advice appreciated. [/QUOTE]I stayed at Rockys years ago, it is probably the closest place to classicos. This site lists 47 places to stay in and around sosua: [url]http://www.hotel-dominican-republic.net/[/url] (webpages for many of the places listed can also be found on the site). Choose Sosua and click search (their are about 8 pages with listings.

Webpage for Rockys: [url]http://www.rockysbar.com/[/url]

You may want to call Rockys and inquire as to whether they have air conditioning.

[QUOTE=Kitie Carson;1105329]Thanks Jao for the info. I was able to get a room w / AC at a great price. Looking forward to the stay nd to eat some rib's.[/QUOTE]My bad sir, I forgot that the Rocky guy rents condos at the palms amd tradewinds. Hopefully you got one of those. Please excuse my silliness.

Tonight the 24th of December is the grandest holiday of all in the DR. December 25th is a day to tend to your hangover and January 6th is Three Kings Day when gifts are given out.

Merry Christmas to ALL.

One of the main foods to be served on la noche buena is roasted pork (cerdo asado). Here are a few videos from Sosua News on how the pig is prepared. This is some good eating.

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCTfpWo6Olo&eurl=http://sacandomelao.********.com/[/url]

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pt-OxLktQeg&eurl=http://sacandomelao.********.com/[/url]

Sosua News (28 December 2007)
[url]http://www.sosuanews.com/index.php?id=1211&article=1[/url]

[QUOTE=Rit Teach;1102462]No Ovi Maps Of DR[/QUOTE]I used the Nokia Ovi Suite 3. 0 tonight and saw they have a map download for Dominican Republic, free. I will install it on my Nokia phone and see how it works in Dom Rep, supposedly no internet or data connection necessary to use the maps with the GPS in the phone.

Anything else?

I will be in Santo Domingo for about 6 months beginning this May. Does anyone venture out of the DR while on vacation? The cheapst flight I found was from DR-PR. Tht was about 100 buck round trip. I looked on expedia for Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, and Spain. Nothing under $600usd?

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1109865]I used the Nokia Ovi Suite 3. 0 tonight and saw they have a map download for Dominican Republic, free. I will install it on my Nokia phone and see how it works in Dom Rep, supposedly no internet or data connection necessary to use the maps with the GPS in the phone.[/QUOTE]The DR map works on my Nokia phone in offline mode (the map is stored on the phone) it resembles the google map of DR. You almost need eagle eyes to read the street names (small font). I will use the Nokia phone in DR with a Claro SIM card, so at least I will always have a DR map with me in the cellphone, in case I need to find a street. The GPS, I will see how it works with the DR map on the Nokia on my next trip. The free Nokia DR map has hotels, restaurants, tourist sites etc.

The phone has a driving mode and a walk mode. I guess in the future, chica venues with their coordinates, can be listed and any monger will be able to plug the coordinates into his cell phone and get spoken, turn by turn, walking or driving directions.

Belatedly, I discover Geico provides no coverage.

Nor does State Farm. Are any of you aware of a USA company that provides basic coverage in thr D R?

[QUOTE=Sidney; 1110417]Belatedly, I discover Geico provides no coverage.

Nor does State Farm. Are any of you aware of a USA company that provides basic coverage in thr D R? [/QUOTE]All companies in the US will only provide coverage for the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, & the USA Virgin Islands. The Best option I have is Amex $19. 95 when you use their card for complete physical damage & liability coverage including "loss of use" otherwise I'd be buying the coverage from the rental company.

[QUOTE=Hunts;1110430]All companies in the US will only provide coverage for the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, & the USA Virgin Islands. The Best option I have is Amex $19. 95 when you use their card for complete physical damage & liability coverage including "loss of use" otherwise I'd be buying the coverage from the rental company.[/QUOTE]How does that work? I use my CC to cover CDW but I pay the daily rate for liability, window and tire coverage.

[QUOTE=Sidney; 1110417]Belatedly, I discover Geico provides no coverage.

Nor does State Farm. Are any of you aware of a USA company that provides basic coverage in thr D R? [/QUOTE]Confirm coverage before your trip. Citibank has been consistent. Amex varies by card product (green, gold, platinum, etc.)

Also, if you know your way around the country or know someone who does, you can easily replace tires and or auto glass for much less money than the cost of that insurance. The insurance for glass and tires won't even save you time because you have to wait for the rental company to replace the parts or exchange your car. It's faster to do it privately. Taxi drivers can help you with that but as always you want to make sure you are dealing with a trustworthy taxista if you can.

[QUOTE=Hunts;1110430]All companies in the US will only provide coverage for the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, & the USA Virgin Islands. The Best option I have is Amex $19. 95 when you use their card for complete physical damage & liability coverage including "loss of use" otherwise I'd be buying the coverage from the rental company.[/QUOTE]I have a visa cc that covers me completely if I refuse all other insurance options. But this is the DR so count on shit to go afoul. I usually use the local non airport dominican agencys. They already have their vehicle covered and have liability options. Plus I figure if I get in a jam ill just pay to get out of it with the help of the local boys. But if everyone involves has to wait on an outside company to render payment, your passport will be seized or you will be jailed for atleast the 48 hour minimum.

Just remember if their is an accident with injury try to take that person to the clinic (if its not serious) pay their bill and give them some pesos to sign off on it. If it goes to the hospital the police will be called and your cost just tripled. Bottom line, get all the insurance coverage you want but save some get out of jail money just in case.

Also BQ, my two Sosua girls have packed up and moved back to SD. So that might be my new DR home (SD). The Sosua board has just died, damn I feel like I lost my best drinking buddy. When I buy a CD for one song I usually press repeat and wear that song out, then one day ill take a drive and listen to the whole CD and like it. Then I forget about that first song. Thats kind of like Sosua is for me with SD being the whole CD.

[QUOTE=Hunts;1110430]All companies in the US will only provide coverage for the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, & the USA Virgin Islands. The Best option I have is Amex $19. 95 when you use their card for complete physical damage & liability coverage including "loss of use" otherwise I'd be buying the coverage from the rental company.[/QUOTE]I urge each of you to investigate insurance coverage with you respective cc companies. All seem to be differnt. Some provide coverage for collision. None for liability! Some have other coverages. For example AmEx has different coverages for my 3 cc's and 42 days and a $24. 95 annual fee. Citi MC has good coverages for 31 days.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo;1110474].......I have a visa cc that covers me completely if I refuse all other insurance options. But this is the DR so count on shit to go afoul......[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Sidney;1110679]I urge each of you to investigate insurance coverage with you respective cc companies. All seem to be differnt. Some provide coverage for collision. None for liability! Some have other coverages. For example AmEx has different coverages for my 3 cc's and 42 days and a $24. 95 annual fee. Citi MC has good coverages for 31 days.[/QUOTE]Take Sidney's advice and double check. You need to call your credit card company NOT the issuing bank. The credit card company will explain their coverage and email or fax you the agreement. It is my understanding the credit card company provides CDW protection and it is your responsibility to pay for liability coverage. I have a general knowledge of what the credit card company will and will not do in the event of an accident. I speak from experience with three fender benders on record.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo;1110474]............Also BQ, my two Sosua girls have packed up and moved back to SD. So that might be my new DR home (SD). The Sosua board has just died, damn I feel like I lost my best drinking buddy. When I buy a CD for one song I usually press repeat and wear that song out, then one day ill take a drive and listen to the whole CD and like it. Then I forget about that first song. Thats kind of like Sosua is for me with SD being the whole CD.[/QUOTE]There has been an increasing amount of chit chat about guys thinking of trying Santo Domingo. I am a Santo Domingo lover but honestly I feel most guys will NOT enjoy SD as an alternative to Sosua. You really need to be willing to devote time to learn the ins and outs of Santo Domingo. If casas are your thing SD is a piece of cake. I don't care for the casas for the most part so chica chasing involves a little extra work but the reward is worth it.

For the true Sosua Lovers, I say stay North young men, stay North.

[QUOTE=Sidney;1110679]I urge each of you to investigate insurance coverage with you respective cc companies. All seem to be differnt. Some provide coverage for collision. None for liability! Some have other coverages. For example AmEx has different coverages for my 3 cc's and 42 days and a $24. 95 annual fee. Citi MC has good coverages for 31 days.[/QUOTE]I usually book through Expedia and purchase the $9 per day insurance from Berkely. They paid all but the $250 deductible on my accident. I also purchase the liability insurance from the rental company which also paid off when I had my accident. They opened a $1000 charge on my card for the liability insurance. I realize the credit card also has collision coverage but the Expedia coverage is pretty straight forward and paid without problems and they know you are not driving in the USA.

Also the advice given by Mr. GoGo as far as injury is the same the Budget guy gave me. Take the person to a clinic to be checked out. Since I was hit by a motor cycle, he also recommended I pay for the bike repairs if not excessive and have the guy sign off on future claims, they would reimburse me. I was lucky to have a couple hundreds in my wallet to pay for the repairs.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1110700]There has been an increasing amount of chit chat about guys thinking of trying Santo Domingo. I am a Santo Domingo lover but honestly I feel most guys will NOT enjoy SD as an alternative to Sosua. You really need to be willing to devote time to learn the ins and outs of Santo Domingo. If casas are your thing SD is a piece of cake. I don't care for the casas for the most part so chica chasing involves a little extra work but the reward is worth it.

For the true Sosua Lovers, I say stay North young men, stay North. [/QUOTE]LMAO. I met two guys at MIA airport that were going to SD to purchase heavy duty equipment for Haiti work. They had never heard of Sosua but met some Dominican girls that were tricking in Haiti. Well they semi retired these girls and were sending money and had unlimited funds for their SD visit before Haiti. They spoke no spanish, didn't have an ioda of common sense, but had "Haitian relief money" falling out of their ass. Getting to know SD is for guys like us that like to interact and get a fair price for pussy. These fools with unlimited money usually just want an overpriced slice of pretty ass before for they go home to their wives and daily jackoff sessions. Santo Domingo doesn't have the grouped up gringo thats partying his ass off like Sosua used to have. But mongerers are there usually independently. The true Sosua lovers will sit in America looking at their pictures of the good ole Sosua days, but as "savepros" says the ones with game will be there soon. Just look for the 25yo gringo in white tee, Ny baseball hat turned sideways "nike air max" shoes on, eating a ham and cheese sandwich and you will know they have arrived.

[QUOTE=Mr Gogo;1110708]............................The true Sosua lovers will sit in America looking at their pictures of the good ole Sosua days, but as "savepros" says the ones with game will be there soon. Just look for the 25yo gringo in white tee, Ny baseball hat turned sideways "nike air max" shoes on, eating a ham and cheese sandwich and you will know they have arrived.[/QUOTE]LMAO, no one dresses like that in Santo Domingo and you know it. Let them spend one Sunday in SD and they will be so bored to never, ever return.

[QUOTE=Sidney;1110679]I urge each of you to investigate insurance coverage with you respective cc companies. All seem to be differnt. Some provide coverage for collision. None for liability! Some have other coverages. For example AmEx has different coverages for my 3 cc's and 42 days and a $24. 95 annual fee. Citi MC has good coverages for 31 days.[/QUOTE]For extended trips over 30 days, you may want to get insurance from a local Dominican Insurance Company such as Universal "[url]http://www.universal.com.do/Inicio/Servicios/Casa_Conductor[/url]"

Casa Del Conductor is an institution with Judges and links to law enforcement that is useful to have on your side after an accident in the Dominican Republic.

[QUOTE=Sidney;1110679]I urge each of you to investigate insurance coverage with you respective cc companies. All seem to be differnt. Some provide coverage for collision. None for liability! Some have other coverages. For example AmEx has different coverages for my 3 cc's and 42 days and a $24. 95 annual fee. Citi MC has good coverages for 31 days.[/QUOTE]From the Gay Santo Domingo Google map, [url]http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?source=embed&geocode=&ie=UTF8&hq=nueva[/url]+creacion&hnear=&view=map&attrid=&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=117137536156148139697. 00047ca31e06320cb6ea6, the creator of that map recommends this insurance broker in the DR, with the following comments: " Franco & Acra Tecniseguros, If you are looking for insurance (health, home, theft, personal) in the Dominican Republic, then Franco & Acra are the places to look. Insurance brokers with many years of experience. [url]http://www.francoacra.com/app/en/frontpage.aspx[/url]"

Google keeps track of the number visits to the user created google maps. Boricua Online's Santo Domingo Monger Map has been viewed about 15000 times. The Gay Santo Domingo Google map has been viewed about 278000 times.

I have heard that Clinica Abreu is an excellent medical facility in Santo Domingo, from the creator of the other map: "Clinica Abreu, If you should take ill while visiting Santo Domingo, the Clinica Abreu is the place you should go. The emergency room is staffed 24 hours and there is usually a doctor on-call who speaks English. Highly Recommended."

Clinica Abreu is just about across the street from Hotel Venezia on Avenida Independencia, Santo Domingo and a few blocks from the chica casas on Avenida Pasteur.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1110730]For extended trips over 30 days, you may want to get insurance from a local Dominican Insurance Company such as Universal "

[url]http://www.universal.com.do/Inicio/Servicios/Casa_Conductor[/url]

". [/QUOTE]One also needs to remember a trip over thirty days your tourist card expires and you are "technically" in the DR illegally. That is why they always ask how long you have been in the country just before they stamp your passport when leaving rep dom.

Sure plenty of people over stay and pay the fine when they leave the country but I don't want to be the person to find out what happens if you get into an accident. There are a few threads on DR1 that discuss the procedure to extend your tourist (visa) card.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1110730]For extended trips over 30 days, you may want to get insurance from a local Dominican Insurance Company such as Universal "

[url]http://www.universal.com.do/Inicio/Servicios/Casa_Conductor[/url]

"

Casa Del Conductor is an institution with Judges and links to law enforcement that is useful to have on your side after an accident in the Dominican Republic. [/QUOTE]Casa del Conductor is a really nice place on Avenida Bolivar. I visited the casa today for a brief time escorted by two Policia Nacional, officer Senor Stupid and officer Senorita Chunky. The place is really, really nice. I was tempted to ask if they rent rooms.

My understanding is you can obtain an additional insurance premium from Casa del Conductor. Having this coverage you are NOT taken to a police station to possibly be detained up to 48 hours to determine if you have adequate insurance. Instead of going to the Police Station you go to Casa del Conductor to process paperwork and if you need to be detained you stay there. Just one more reason to stick with the major car rental companies.

Notorious for his brutal regime, the ousted former dictator of Haiti. 59-year old Jean Claude Duvalier (Baby Doc) returned to Haiti yesterday traveling on a Haitian diplomatic passport. He is accused of widespread corruption, repression and human rights abuses since he inherited government from his father and ruled Haiti from 1971-1986 prior to having been ousted in a coup. He has since resided in France and arrived on an Air France flight after 25 years abroad.

Listin Diario interviewed two Dominican former ministers of foreign relations for their comments. Victor Gomez Berges (Joaquin Balaguer administration) speculated "all indicates that he was brought there by the US, by the US government, seeking to establish a strong regime, capable of putting order in the neighboring republic. He felt this is a message that President Rene Preval will not stay on beyond 7 February. He doubted that ousted former President Jean Bertrand Aristide would be allowed to return."Duvalier is more inclined towards the US, more pro-US than Aristide, and the Americans are trying to find a way to organize Haiti with a strong government," he speculated. He said the DR would benefit from a government that could control the situation in Haiti.

Former Minister Hugo Tolentino Dipp (Hipolito Mejia administration) said the situation is strange in that a former dictator is being welcomed as some kind of divine envoy."I wonder how Justice, government and how the situation will be. One cannot know if this will contribute to the creation of more problems," he wondered.

Meanwhile, the return of Baby Doc has boosted international coverage on Haiti, with dozens of journalists expected to arrive to cover the return and possible reasons.

[QUOTE=Sidney;1113506]Notorious for his brutal regime, the ousted former dictator of Haiti. 59-year old Jean Claude Duvalier (Baby Doc) returned to Haiti yesterday traveling on a Haitian diplomatic passport. He is accused of widespread corruption, repression and human rights abuses since he inherited government from his father and ruled Haiti from 1971-1986 prior to having been ousted in a coup. He has since resided in France and arrived on an Air France flight after 25 years abroad...[/QUOTE]Sid - Shouldn't this be posted in the Haiti forum or perhaps the "revamped" Sosua forum?

-Helpmann ;)

[QUOTE=Sidney; 1113506]Notorious for his brutal regime, the ousted former dictator of Haiti. 59-year old Jean Claude Duvalier (Baby Doc) returned to Haiti yesterday traveling on a Haitian diplomatic passport. He is accused of widespread corruption, repression and human rights abuses since he inherited government from his father and ruled Haiti from 1971-1986 prior to having been ousted in a coup. He has since resided in France and arrived on an Air France flight after 25 years abroad.

Listin Diario interviewed two Dominican former ministers of foreign relations for their comments. Victor Gomez Berges (Joaquin Balaguer administration) speculated "all indicates that he was brought there by the US, by the US government, seeking to establish a strong regime, capable of putting order in the neighboring republic. He felt this is a message that President Rene Preval will not stay on beyond 7 February. He doubted that ousted former President Jean Bertrand Aristide would be allowed to return."Duvalier is more inclined towards the US, more pro-US than Aristide, and the Americans are trying to find a way to organize Haiti with a strong government," he speculated. He said the DR would benefit from a government that could control the situation in Haiti.

Former Minister Hugo Tolentino Dipp (Hipolito Mejia administration) said the situation is strange in that a former dictator is being welcomed as some kind of divine envoy."I wonder how Justice, government and how the situation will be. One cannot know if this will contribute to the creation of more problems," he wondered.

Meanwhile, the return of Baby Doc has boosted international coverage on Haiti, with dozens of journalists expected to arrive to cover the return and possible reasons.[/QUOTE]Helpmann is correct. But right now anything North coast related is slow. Therefore I'm going to drag your post to Gogos forum for discussion. Hope you don't mind.

When I originally obtained my passport I never thought I would be traveling back and forth so much.

I'm running out of blank visa spots in my passport, I heard you can get more pages added to it, but the online form from the gov looks like a passport renewal form.

Does anyone have info on this?

Much appreciated.

I added pages to my passport about a year ago. You complete form DS-4085 which can be found online. Mail your passport in with the fee. Using the express service option, additional fee, you will have your passport back in less than two weeks.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1117860]When I originally obtained my passport I never thought I would be traveling back and forth so much.

I'm running out of blank visa spots in my passport, I heard you can get more pages added to it, but the online form from the gov looks like a passport renewal form.

Does anyone have info on this?

Much appreciated. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs;1117862]I added pages to my passport about a year ago. You complete form DS-4085 which can be found online. Mail your passport in with the fee. Using the express service option, additional fee, you will have your passport back in less than two weeks.[/QUOTE]I added pages to mine about 8 months ago and used the standard service and got mine back in about two weeks. I now have to renew mine but I have been traveling so much that I am going to drive to Boston and do it in person, I don't trust them people to be consistent at all, the website says it takes 4 to 6 weeks, I can't go without pussy for that long, no way.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1118084]I added pages to mine about 8 months ago and used the standard service and got mine back in about two weeks. I now have to renew mine but I have been traveling so much that I am going to drive to Boston and do it in person, I don't trust them people to be consistent at all, the website says it takes 4 to 6 weeks, I can't go without pussy for that long, no way.[/QUOTE]When you renew your passport I believe you can get a new one with additional pages at renewal time.

Fares at $106 each way plus taxes and fees (total price $346) , New York JFK to Santo Domingo SDQ, in February. Not a bad price for this time of year. I did not check the fares for the other Dominican airports (STI=Santiago, POP=Puerto Plata, PUJ=Punta Cana).

Continental Airlines Pittsburgh to Newark. Newark nonstop to POP April 5th return April 14th $368 RT.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1119137]Fares at $106 each way plus taxes and fees (total price $346) , New York JFK to Santo Domingo SDQ, in February. Not a bad price for this time of year. I did not check the fares for the other Dominican airports (STI=Santiago, POP=Puerto Plata, PUJ=Punta Cana).[/QUOTE]

It is an extra $82 to add additional pages. A new passport costs $110. Not much of a savings. As a pilot we don't bother with the extra pages. Often, if you ask at customs, they will not stamp your passport. Suprising how many countries will do that. I have only two re-entry stamps back into the USA and no entry stamps into EU.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs;1118145]When you renew your passport I believe you can get a new one with additional pages at renewal time.[/QUOTE]

On the road in La Vega saw this cool biker chic riding her ass off. Caught up to her, took a couple of pics and pulled her over. Had a few beers and she was cool as can be. Another reason to come back to La Vega.

[QUOTE=Greek Niko;1121608]On the road in La Vega saw this cool biker chic riding her ass off. Caught up to her, took a couple of pics and pulled her over. Had a few beers and she was cool as can be. Another reason to come back to La Vega.[/QUOTE]If anyone is interested in attend La Vega Carnival:

[url]http://carnavalvegano.com/cv/[/url]

Every Sunday on February. live music shows. you can go on your car or take a Metro or Caribe bus, also Expreso Vegano.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline; 1122581]If anyone is interested in attend La Vega Carnival:

[url]http://carnavalvegano.com/cv/[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks man, excellent.

Can a foreigner purchase and register a vehicle in Dom Rep? What is the proper procedure?

[QUOTE=Panman;1124614]Can a foreigner purchase and register a vehicle in Dom Rep? What is the proper procedure?[/QUOTE]Yes, but you can only drive on your home country's driving license for three months. After that you need a Dominican driving license. And to get a Dominican driving license you need residencia.

Above is the official version. Thousands carry on ignoring one or both of those requirements, or bribe their way round them, and save money and trouble. That is fine unless and until you get involved in an accident or incident (possibly only as a witness). Then if you don't have the right paperwork you could get crucified.

[QUOTE=Panman;1124614]Can a foreigner purchase and register a vehicle in Dom Rep? What is the proper procedure?[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1124970]Yes, but you can only drive on your home country's driving license for three months. After that you need a Dominican driving license. And to get a Dominican driving license you need residencia.

Above is the official version. Thousands carry on ignoring one or both of those requirements, or bribe their way round them, and save money and trouble. That is fine unless and until you get involved in an accident or incident (possibly only as a witness). Then if you don't have the right paperwork you could get crucified. [/QUOTE]A UK or International driving license is valid to drive in the DR for three months. After three months, a Dominican driving license is required. It can be requested to the "Oficina de Tránsito Terrestre", Ministry of Public Works & Communications.

Keep in mind your Tourist Visa (card) expires after 30 days so that would have to be renewed. Obtaining car insurance would be another hassle. Bottom line is don't do it.

Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

-Helpmann. [/QUOTE]There was a somewhat heated discussion about this awhile back in I believe the Sosua or PP threads. Just my two pesos but isn't there enough pussy in the DR without having to deal with married women?

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea.

-Helpmann. [/QUOTE]If the husband finds out and you just happen to be in rep dom you will find out real quick whether it was a good idea or not?

In my opinion having sex with a married women is not the best choice period! I would not to like to deal with her husband, Dominican or otherwise. In the DR there are just to many other options that are much less risky. To each his own, but you asked the question first.

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

Helpmann[/QUOTE]Do it, who cares. The Dominican husband probably has 100 novias on the side.

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

-Helpmann. [/QUOTE]The negative repurcussions are potentially are beyond belief. What if you broke up the marriage. The negative implications on the children are unimaginable. The effect of divorce will always hamper their lives. Children never recover! Pleeeeze!

[QUOTE=Sidney;1125780]The negative repurcussions are potentially are beyond belief. What if you broke up the marriage. The negative implications on the children are unimaginable. The effect of divorce will always hamper their lives. Children never recover! Pleeeeze![/QUOTE]You got that right. Some guys only think with their dick without any consideration for other peoples feelings. One million naked pussies in the DR so missing out on the married lady surely will not be a major disappointment.

Sure the chance of getting caught are probably very slim but like you mention Sidney if this were to have negative implications on any kids who may be involved it is not worth it.

Just my two centavos, I have done some wild shit in my life but I draw the line on tapping somebodys wife.

My religious training is quite rusty but I adhere to this!

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

-Helpmann. [/QUOTE]It is not a good idea, but you can have lunch with her on a discrete location, not near her barrio. Then have sex with her! Again, it is a bad idea, but her husband is having sex with another chicas while on business. Hire another chica and have a 3some with that married woman and the chica. Bring some gifts the woman can give to her kids. Bring also a Casio or Armitron watch for her husband. Everybody is happy.

[QUOTE=Sidney;1125780]The negative repurcussions are potentially are beyond belief. What if you broke up the marriage. The negative implications on the children are unimaginable. The effect of divorce will always hamper their lives. Children never recover! Pleeeeze![/QUOTE]Sidney, I hear you. Nevertheless, this is the DR. If she would bang me, then she's already banging someone other than her husband. Also, you of all people should know that the husband most likely has a mistress and some girls on booty call.

Personally, I don't think that an extra fuck buddy is going to change the dynamic of a Dominican marriage.

-Helpmann :D

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1125829]It is not a good idea, but you can have lunch with her on a discrete location, not near her barrio. Then have sex with her! Again, it is a bad idea, but her husband is having sex with another chicas while on business. Hire another chica and have a 3some with that married woman and the chica. Bring some gifts the woman can give to her kids. Bring also a Casio or Armitron watch for her husband. Everybody is happy.[/QUOTE]Christ, I have enough sense not to step foot in her neighborhood. I don't want her husband to chop her up into little pieces, because the neighbors are a bunch of busy body haters. Also, this is something I would not dare contemplate in the United States.

Nevertheless, you should know better than most, that a lot of hot Latin women already have a man, whether it be their boyfriend, baby daddy, chulo, or husband. When we're hooking-up with these ladies online, at the club, in the restaurant, at the mall, they might not tell us that they have a man, but many of them do. In this situation, the only difference I see, is this time I know her status before the date instead of the morning after.

-Helpmann :D

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs;1125737]There was a somewhat heated discussion about this awhile back in I believe the Sosua or PP threads. Just my two pesos but isn't there enough pussy in the DR without having to deal with married women?[/QUOTE]There is plenty of pussy in the DR and with all pussy there is an upside and downside.


[b]The Upside to Banging a Dominican Man's Wife[/b]
1. You don't have to pay for shit!!!! Her man pays all her bills. Expensive gifts would get her caught.
2. No Commitment!!! She's not looking to get married. She just wants some dick.
3. No calls!!! She ain't going to be ringing you every 5 minutes, because she has a life.
4. Sex!!! Great sex!!! Immoral, dangerous sex without commitments!!!
5. Free to roam!!! She's not sleeping over and she's not with you 24/7!


[b]The Downside[/b]
1. The husband finds out and kills her, you, or both of you.


-Helpmann :confused:

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125699]Sleeping with a Dominican man's wife? Good idea or bad idea?

I am thinking about catching-up with a old friend, who is now married with kids. Her husband is usually out of town on business, so it would give me an opportunity to grab some lunch with her, then bang her back at my apartment.

Honestly, if this works out, married Dominicanas may be the way to go.

-Helpmann. [/QUOTE]Depending on a lot of variables I suppose; like whether or not he is the kind of Dominican businessman packing heat or something; how prone she is to let there be drama and so on. Being a guy that once had to climb down from the balcony of a third floor trying to bring my ass back home safe, I rekon this situation potentially offers plenty of possibilities and most of them are bad, but best of luck anyways!

[QUOTE=Sidney;1125780]The negative repurcussions are potentially are beyond belief. What if you broke up the marriage. The negative implications on the children are unimaginable. The effect of divorce will always hamper their lives. Children never recover! Pleeeeze![/QUOTE]True that, I wholeheartedly agree, but still you might want to consider how SHE is the one who's jeopardizing her marriage to begin with. If it all goes down in pieces, God forbid, she is the one who made it happen and not the first swinging dick walking down the street at the time (with all due respect for Helpman).

[QUOTE=Helpmann;1125874]Nevertheless, you should know better than most, that a lot of hot Latin women already have a man, whether it be their boyfriend, baby daddy, chulo, or husband. When we're hooking-up with these ladies online, at the club, in the restaurant, at the mall, they might not tell us that they have a man, but many of them do.[/QUOTE]EVERY good looking woman on planet earth has a man of sort somewhere around her. Always.

[QUOTE=Helpmann;1125881]There is plenty of pussy in the DR and with all pussy there is an upside and downside.


[b]The Upside to Banging a Dominican Man's Wife[/b]
1. You don't have to pay for shit!!!! Her man pays all her bills. Expensive gifts would get her caught.
2. No Commitment!!! She's not looking to get married. She just wants some dick.
3. No calls!!! She ain't going to be ringing you every 5 minutes, because she has a life.
4. Sex!!! Great sex!!! Immoral, dangerous sex without commitments!!!
5. Free to roam!!! She's not sleeping over and she's not with you 24/7!


[b]The Downside[/b]
1. The husband finds out and kills her, you, or both of you.


-Helpmann :confused:[/QUOTE]

Well, if her hubby lives in China and only visits her 3 times a year then chances are she is already having all of her holes jammed with plenty of dicks and you won't do no hurt. Afterall, it isn't like any Dominican would ever dare asking himself or others whether or not would it be proper for him to fuck a woman.

Bless

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125868]Sidney, I hear you. Nevertheless, this is the DR. If she would bang me, then she's already banging someone other than her husband. Also, you of all people should know that the husband most likely has a mistress and some girls on booty call.

Personally, I don't think that an extra fuck buddy is going to change the dynamic of a Dominican marriage.

Helpmann.[/QUOTE]If you truely love her, you should not try to bang her after she is married. Just have a verbal relationship that would be enough. You never know, if her husband finds out, he will beat the crap out of her, and in those developing countries, women don't have any legal rights what so ever. The cops, courts, judges won; t help her. She may become the husband's punching bag. And that would not be right, since you will NOT be able to PROTECT her.

There are soooooo many other women in DR, why do this and potentially harm a women.

If her husband agrees to it. Then that would be a different story.

Remember, many developing nations, it is a male dominated society, she will get the short end of the stick.

Thanks guys for all of your input. I got an education in morality today.

Although, illegal in the United States, there is a kind of a moral straightforwardness in paying a woman for sex, where you are neither lying, cheating, or stealing to get what you want.

Nevertheless, if I am going to spend time in the DR, I might as well be a tiguere.

Cheers!
Helpmann :cool:

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125958]Thanks guys for all of your input. I got an education in morality today.

Although, illegal in the United States, there is a kind of a moral straightforwardness in paying a woman for sex, where you are neither lying, cheating, or stealing to get what you want.

Nevertheless, if I am going to spend time in the DR, I might as well be a tiguere.

Cheers!

Helpmann :cool:[/QUOTE]Attitudes about sex are less complicated in DR than here in the States. In the DR you have sex, the chica has an orgasm or several, the guy gets his rocks off and everybody moves along with their life. Sex is not complicated in the DR and doesn't have all the stigmas and BS attached to it, like here in the States.

Sex here in the States is used like a tool for various purposes by different groups, politicians, religious groups, feminists, pornographers all use sex for their own agenda. In the DR sex is a natural act that is part of life and after you have had sex you move onto more important things.

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1125958]Thanks guys for all of your input. I got an education in morality today.

Although, illegal in the United States, there is a kind of a moral straightforwardness in paying a woman for sex, where you are neither lying, cheating, or stealing to get what you want.

Nevertheless, if I am going to spend time in the DR, I might as well be a tiguere.

Cheers!

Helpmann[/QUOTE]If the husband of your amiga was taking care of business with his wife in the bedroom, she wouldn't be looking for some dick on the side (assuming she is a normal person and assuming the husband is not a cabron who wants his wife to have sex with other men).

The husband could be banging other chicas on the side and maybe gives his wife no sex. The wife might be miserable, not getting any dick from her husband and after she has an episode with a clean, disease free guy she might be more cheerful around the house with the husband LOL.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1124970]Yes, but you can only drive on your home country's driving license for three months. After that you need a Dominican driving license. And to get a Dominican driving license you need residencia.

Above is the official version. Thousands carry on ignoring one or both of those requirements, or bribe their way round them, and save money and trouble. That is fine unless and until you get involved in an accident or incident (possibly only as a witness). Then if you don't have the right paperwork you could get crucified. [/QUOTE]Thanks for the response. Considering I visit down there 4 or 5 times a year for 2 to 3 weeks at a time, I think I could save much more buying some used beater than spending on car rental. Plus not having to worry about nicks and scratches while driving in Santo Domingo would be great.

[QUOTE=Traveler04;1125742]In my opinion having sex with a married women is not the best choice period! I would not to like to deal with her husband, Dominican or otherwise. In the DR there are just to many other options that are much less risky. To each his own, but you asked the question first.[/QUOTE]It's a good policy to always consider it a no no.

Guys here have pointed out that there are so many other options available.

Its ok to screw a chica as long as you don't know (and shouldn't ask!) what her domestic arrangement are.

You're always an innocent party and the logistical problems are hers.

But once its established that you KNOW she married with kids, you automatically become part of a NOVELLO.

You may be able to handle it, but can she?

Maybe over a fight with the husband, she may goad him by saying your dick is twice as big as his, or something like that.

It maybe ok to fuck with his wife, but if you fuck with his pride, and he loves his kids, he or his familia may come after you.

It's a small possiblity to be sure, but not knowing his mentality, there's always risk.

But, again, that may make it more pleasurable for both of you.

[QUOTE=Vielendank;1126940]I agree with all the above points and I have just a word to add. I made it a point many years ago that I only had one rule when it comes to having sex with any woman, she must NOT be married. There are so many women that are available without the unnecessary risk that it just doesn't make sense to be with one that's married. We all know that women lie and married women lie more then most. The information they give you is totally unreliable and they won't give any thought to her husband killing you if he found out. Women are attention *****s and married women are more so because they need the validation that they are still desirable without any concern for you. I have been doing this for 20 years plus so all I can say to anyone and everyone that is just starting their mongering careers is, NEVER do a married woman. She doesn't have anything that a single woman doesn't have that is equally enjoyable without the concern for retaliation. Be safe and smart, it's what works in our community.[/QUOTE]In the DR the concept of marriage is somewhat nebulous. Most of the women have children, and may or may not refer to the baby daddies as their "e'poso". For practical purposes you may assume that all are single unless they indicate otherwise.

[QUOTE=Frannie;1126947]In the DR the concept of marriage is somewhat nebulous. Most of the women have children, and may or may not refer to the baby daddies as their "e'poso". For practical purposes you may assume that all are single unless they indicate otherwise.[/QUOTE]The real issue of course is may be not whether someone is legally married but whether there's a chance some enraged jealous guy will pop up. If a chica is still legally married but has been abandoned for years and hasn't even seen the baby daddy in a long time it hardly seems like an issue, on the other hand an ex novio who has no legal claim but is still very jealous and lives in the area ought to be a red flag. Despite the fact she is technically single and well within her rights.

[QUOTE=Marc Anthony;1126955]The real issue of course is may be not whether someone is legally married but whether there's a chance some enraged jealous guy will pop up. If a chica is still legally married but has been abandoned for years and hasn't even seen the baby daddy in a long time it hardly seems like an issue, on the other hand an ex novio who has no legal claim but is still very jealous and lives in the area ought to be a red flag. Despite the fact she is technically single and well within her rights.[/QUOTE]95% of the Dominican men don't give two fucks about their women. All they care about is whether or not they make enough money so that they can go out to party.

Has anybody tried to get to POP from the USA via Continental using their United fly miles?

I am finding nothing but headaches getting open fly dates and such. First I called United, who could not find me anything in a two week time span one month out. Then I called Continental. C tells me the Newark to POP segment is wide open. Getting to Newark is where the bottle neck is from my local airport.

Has anybody confronted this, and if so, how did you get through it.

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1127753]Has anybody tried to get to POP from the USA via Continental using their United fly miles?

I am finding nothing but headaches getting open fly dates and such. First I called United, who could not find me anything in a two week time span one month out. Then I called Continental. C tells me the Newark to POP segment is wide open. Getting to Newark is where the bottle neck is from my local airport.

Has anybody confronted this, and if so, how did you get through it.[/QUOTE]I have the same problems for POP and SJO, they don't have good dates, and the times suck!

This may sound like a silly question but a female friend ask me if there is a place in the Dominican Republic that is basically a Blackbeard's for women. I know that when in Sosua there were older women with young men and I told her about Sanki Panki ect. I would guess some place kind of private with guys available like BB.

I don't know how serious she was but I told her I would ask.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1127283]95% of the Dominican men don't give two fucks about their women. All they care about is whether or not they make enough money so that they can go out to party.[/QUOTE]Oh come on, this can't be right. I watching youtube, and saw many young dominican couples. The men there do treat their women just like any other men all over the planet. They like their women alot.

I think, because of economic reasons, more of their women are working as hookers to make money. Which is understandable. We are all God's children, why not treat these folks with equal respects.

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1127753]Has anybody tried to get to POP from the USA via Continental using their United fly miles?

I am finding nothing but headaches getting open fly dates and such. First I called United, who could not find me anything in a two week time span one month out. Then I called Continental. C tells me the Newark to POP segment is wide open. Getting to Newark is where the bottle neck is from my local airport.

Has anybody confronted this, and if so, how did you get through it.[/QUOTE]I am using fly miles with united as well in my up coming trip to DR. There is two stop overs, and total time is 24 hours each way, and the 6 segments don't include MEALS, yes, it really sucks!

Well, what the hell, it free, right. Pack peanut butter sandwich and I plan to sleep in the airport for 12 hours.

Has anyone successfully opened up a account with a DR bank IN the DR? If so, please share the easiest method?

Thanks

BBL

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1127854]Has anyone successfully opened up a account with a DR bank IN the DR? If so, please share the easiest method?

Thanks.

BBL[/QUOTE]Yes, it is possible. I have a peso account with La Nacional and a USD account with BHD. I just keep a small amount in each account for emergencies.

The peso account with La Nacional was very easy to open. I went to the office on avenida bolivar at sanchez with my passport. Within 30 minutes the account was open and I had a debit card in hand. The USD account with BHD is another story. I will say most, because I did not go to every bank in Santo Domingo, banks will have to run a credit check on you before you can open a USD account. I did the application at BHD and about two months later the paper work was processed and I was able to open an account.

If you have a cedula, which I doubt, you can open any type of account the same day.

The pesos account with the debit card is very handy. When I arrive in SD I just deposit the USD I brought with me. During my stay I just withdraw pesos as needed. There is no bank ATM fee as this is a Dominican Republic account.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1127854]Has anyone successfully opened up a account with a DR bank IN the DR? If so, please share the easiest method?

Thanks.

BBL[/QUOTE]Hey you can open account with Bank Popular very easy. I opened both pesos and USD accounts all in the.

Same day. As long as you have passport and another I'd, no problem. There is a min. To open each.

Sorry forgot the amounts but they are reasonable.

[QUOTE=Tony53; 1128000]Hey you can open account with Bank Popular very easy. I opened both pesos and USD accounts all in the.

Same day. As long as you have passport and another I'd, no problem. There is a min. To open each.

Sorry forgot the amounts but they are reasonable. [/QUOTE]How long ago was that and in what city?

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1127808]I have the same problems for POP and SJO, they don't have good dates, and the times suck![/QUOTE]I thought I was the only one in the SF area that made the trek. My mongering buddy who lives on the city really wants to go too. See your PM.

[QUOTE=Vincelee76; 1127842]I am using fly miles with united as well in my up coming trip to DR. There is two stop overs, and total time is 24 hours each way, and the 6 segments don't include MEALS, yes, it really sucks!

Well, what the hell, it free, right. Pack peanut butter sandwich and I plan to sleep in the airport for 12 hours. [/QUOTE]24 HOURS! LOL How brutal. Where you coming from?

It is possible to get to POP in 10-13 hours depending on the carrier from San Francisco. That is, if they allow you to book a flight. Continental says there is room all the way there and back but the star alliance forces me to book through United and they say there are no seats. Go figure.

Kinda pisses me off that the room is there but they won't allow me to use my miles during a 2 week time window.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1127991]The USD account with BHD is another story. I will say most, because I did not go to every bank in Santo Domingo, banks will have to run a credit check on you before you can open a USD account. I did the application at BHD and about two months later the paper work was processed and I was able to open an account.

If you have a cedula, which I doubt, you can open any type of account the same day.

The pesos account with the debit card is very handy. When I arrive in SD I just deposit the USD I brought with me. During my stay I just withdraw pesos as needed. There is no bank ATM fee as this is a Dominican Republic account. [/QUOTE]My peso account with BHD was opened in 30 minutes so, as you suggest, it is not which bank but which currency is the key issue. I didn't have a cedula.

Yes, the debit card is handy as you say. Only problem is BHD don't have too many ATMs on the North Coast (don't know about elsewhere).

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1128056]My peso account with BHD was opened in 30 minutes so, as you suggest, it is not which bank but which currency is the key issue. I didn't have a cedula.

Yes, the debit card is handy as you say. Only problem is BHD don't have too many ATMs on the North Coast (don't know about elsewhere). [/QUOTE]My experience was a cedula or credit check was required to open an account in currency other than pesos.

[QUOTE=Vincelee76; 1127841]Oh come on, this can't be right. I watching youtube, and saw many young dominican couples. The men there do treat their women just like any other men all over the planet. They like their women alot.

I think, because of economic reasons, more of their women are working as hookers to make money. Which is understandable. We are all God's children, why not treat these folks with equal respects. [/QUOTE]Yeah that's where I usually get my factual information from, Youtube. Dude you have GOT to be joking right? Trust me sir, what I said is correct.

Thanks for all the input and responses. I had a much different experience when I was in DR last October. Each time I went into a bank and asked to open an account. The account ladies looked at me like I was asking her to lift her blouse and show me her jugs because I was obviously the international jugs judging expert.

I had to ask several time to get them to help me. This was both in banco popular why scocia bank. Banco progressivo wouldn't even talk to me. Scocia gave a laundry list of requirements like a letter from Road emigration department and a notorized letter from my current bank two letters of recommendations from businesses people in Road or locals. Basically a bunch of ridiculous requirement.

I walked in both banks with $250 Road my passport my DL and smile with good hopes.

Did I do something wSosua? BTW I was in Sosua?

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1127991]Yes, it is possible. I have a peso account with La Nacional and a USD account with BHD. I just keep a small amount in each account for emergencies.

The peso account with La Nacional was very easy to open. I went to the office on avenida bolivar at sanchez with my passport. Within 30 minutes the account was open and I had a debit card in hand. The USD account with BHD is another story. I will say most, because I did not go to every bank in Santo Domingo, banks will have to run a credit check on you before you can open a USD account. I did the application at BHD and about two months later the paper work was processed and I was able to open an account.

If you have a cedula, which I doubt, you can open any type of account the same day.

The pesos account with the debit card is very handy. When I arrive in SD I just deposit the USD I brought with me. During my stay I just withdraw pesos as needed. There is no bank ATM fee as this is a Dominican Republic account. [/QUOTE][QUOTE=Tony53; 1128000]Hey you can open account with Bank Popular very easy. I opened both pesos and USD accounts all in the.

Same day. As long as you have passport and another I'd, no problem. There is a min. To open each.

Sorry forgot the amounts but they are reasonable. [/QUOTE][QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1128056]My peso account with BHD was opened in 30 minutes so, as you suggest, it is not which bank but which currency is the key issue. I didn't have a cedula.

Yes, the debit card is handy as you say. Only problem is BHD don't have too many ATMs on the North Coast (don't know about elsewhere). [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Vincelee76;1127841]We are all God's children, why not treat these folks with equal respects.[/QUOTE]Because they have nil self-respect. They are liars, thieves, have no interest in learning anything useful, too lazy to look for a job, easier to put their women on the streets, take most or all of the proceeds and beat them up if it isn't enough (or if they are drunk enough, even if it is). I guess God is like the rest of us. Not all of our children turn out well. He would probably send a plague to rid the Earth of Dominican males but they are doing the job for him on their motor-bikes.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter;1128214]Because they have nil self-respect. They are liars, thieves, have no interest in learning anything useful, too lazy to look for a job, easier to put their women on the streets, take most or all of the proceeds and beat them up if it isn't enough (or if they are drunk enough, even if it is). I guess God is like the rest of us. Not all of our children turn out well. He would probably send a plague to rid the Earth of Dominican males but they are doing the job for him on their motor-bikes.[/QUOTE]Ok, interesting. The dominican men, must be similiar to phillippino men, they will try to get money from tourist every chance they get. Yes, I will be more careful, since this will be my first trip to DR.

I am also assuming that you or people you know have been ripped off by dominican men? Do tell me some scnarios.

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1128047]24 HOURS! LOL How brutal. Where you coming from?

It is possible to get to POP in 10-13 hours depending on the carrier from San Francisco. That is, if they allow you to book a flight. Continental says there is room all the way there and back but the star alliance forces me to book through United and they say there are no seats. Go figure.

Kinda pisses me off that the room is there but they won't allow me to use my miles during a 2 week time window.[/QUOTE]Yes, it is quite burtal. From SF to phoenix, then phoenix to NJ, then NJ to DR. And no meals in any of the flights. This will be the first flight with no food for me. God help me.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1128185]Thanks for all the input and responses. I had a much different experience when I was in DR last October. Each time I went into a bank and asked to open an account. The account ladies looked at me like I was asking her to lift her blouse and show me her jugs because I was obviously the international jugs judging expert.

I had to ask several time to get them to help me. This was both in banco popular why scocia bank. Banco progressivo wouldn't even talk to me. Scocia gave a laundry list of requirements like a letter from Road emigration department and a notorized letter from my current bank two letters of recommendations from businesses people in Road or locals. Basically a bunch of ridiculous requirement.

I walked in both banks with $250 Road my passport my DL and smile with good hopes.

Did I do something wSosua? BTW I was in Sosua? [/QUOTE]You must be ugly like me cause I went through the same thing in Santo Domingo. Initially I wanted to open a USD account. I probably went to ten different banks and got the same answers as you. I got the laundry list also, think it was six or seven items of things to bring.

Someone told me opening a pesos account was much easier and to try La Nacional. I went to La Nacional and not being a fluent Spanish speaker I was still able to open the peso account the same day. I got a generic La Nacional debit card on the spot. Weird thing the account is a savings account but with a debit card. All my other debit cards are linked to a checking account so I have to remember to hit savings account when making an ATM transaction. No big deal except for a few times when the Brugal and Presidentes were kicking in big time and I kept hitting checking and couldn't get more beer money. LOL.

As I mentioned I filled out an application with BHD and I also filled out an application with Banco Leon. Two months later BHD had processed my paper work and Banco Leon was still waiting. I went ahead and opened the USD account with BHD but there is no debit card associated with this account. I just leave a couple hundred in the account for an emergency and that has happened a few times.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv;1128185]....................I walked in both banks with $250 Road my passport my DL and smile with good hopes....................[/QUOTE]
hahahaha, auto correction at work again. How much is $250 Road in USD?

[QUOTE=Vincelee76;1128242]Yes, it is quite burtal. From SF to phoenix, then phoenix to NJ, then NJ to DR. And no meals in any of the flights. This will be the first flight with no food for me. God help me.[/QUOTE]Before a trip I go to Walmart to buy stuff for the trip. Tylenol cold and benadryl (tablets and the spray on) , immodium and gas-x (the presidente beer gives me the farts). I usually carry a few of those tablets / pills with me on the airplane in my laptop bag (being congested on an airplane when your ears cannot decompress can be torture).

At Walmart I buy a box of Clif Energy Bars, a box of 6 costs about $7US. I put a few of those bars in my laptop bag and have had no trouble going through airport security with them. I have read that airport security will allow you to go through security with a sandwich. I have also gone through security with small bags of candy to eat on the airplane.

Once through security most airports have restaurants where you can buy food to carry-on the airplane. I always buy a good size bottle of water that I carry on and drink on the airplane.

I bring my own condoms, Trojans to the DR.

Mosquito repellent I always bring with me, mosquitoes are worse in the beach towns, in santo domingo I never was bothered by mosquitoes.

[QUOTE=Vincelee76;1128242]Yes, it is quite burtal. From SF to phoenix, then phoenix to NJ, then NJ to DR. And no meals in any of the flights. This will be the first flight with no food for me. God help me.[/QUOTE]See your inbox Vince

Banco Popular has many branches in the US. Do a search on their webpage to see if their is a branch located close to where you live: [url]http://www.popular.com/[/url]

Helpmann does not like Banco Popular. But they might be an option if you want to have an account that you can access both in the US and the DR. I would inquire with them whether ATM usage is free in the DR with a US banco popular account. Banco Popular from what I saw has the most ATM machines in Dom Rep, usually in the most convenient locations. You may also be able to open an account with them online and they may have a free checking account.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1128185]Thanks for all the input and responses. I had a much different experience when I was in DR last October. Each time I went into a bank and asked to open an account. The account ladies looked at me like I was asking her to lift her blouse and show me her jugs because I was obviously the international jugs judging expert.

I had to ask several time to get them to help me. This was both in banco popular why scocia bank. Banco progressivo wouldn't even talk to me. Scocia gave a laundry list of requirements like a letter from Road emigration department and a notorized letter from my current bank two letters of recommendations from businesses people in Road or locals. Basically a bunch of ridiculous requirement.

I walked in both banks with $250 Road my passport my DL and smile with good hopes.

Did I do something wSosua? BTW I was in Sosua? [/QUOTE]

Well I'm going to be in SDQ soon so I will try again. Hopefully the banks there will be more liberal with their requirements.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1128369]You must be ugly like me cause I went through the same thing in Santo Domingo. Initially I wanted to open a USD account. I probably went to ten different banks and got the same answers as you. I got the laundry list also, think it was six or seven items of things to bring.

Someone told me opening a pesos account was much easier and to try La Nacional. I went to La Nacional and not being a fluent Spanish speaker I was still able to open the peso account the same day. I got a generic La Nacional debit card on the spot. Weird thing the account is a savings account but with a debit card. All my other debit cards are linked to a checking account so I have to remember to hit savings account when making an ATM transaction. No big deal except for a few times when the Brugal and Presidentes were kicking in big time and I kept hitting checking and couldn't get more beer money. LOL.

As I mentioned I filled out an application with BHD and I also filled out an application with Banco Leon. Two months later BHD had processed my paper work and Banco Leon was still waiting. I went ahead and opened the USD account with BHD but there is no debit card associated with this account. I just leave a couple hundred in the account for an emergency and that has happened a few times.

Hahahaha, auto correction at work again. How much is $250 Road in USD? [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1128395]Before a trip I go to Walmart to buy stuff for the trip. Tylenol cold and benadryl (tablets and the spray on) , immodium and gas-x (the presidente beer gives me the farts). I usually carry a few of those tablets / pills with me on the airplane in my laptop bag (being congested on an airplane when your ears cannot decompress can be torture).

[/QUOTE]Johnson & Johnson sells a first aid travel kit that includes bandages, tylenol, motrin, antibiotic oinment, cleasing wipes, Cortaid anti-itch cream and gauze pads all stored in a convenient 4x5x2 inches plastic case. It has enough space to add a couple of more items as for example condoms and other kind of pills. It cost six or seven dollars with 70 items inside. Very convenient.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1128582]Johnson & Johnson sells a first aid travel kit that includes bandages, tylenol, motrin, antibiotic oinment, cleasing wipes, Cortaid anti-itch cream and gauze pads all stored in a convenient 4x5x2 inches plastic case. It has enough space to add a couple of more items as for example condoms and other kind of pills. It cost six or seven dollars with 70 items inside. Very convenient.[/QUOTE]Good to have that stuff in a small size, some times the chicas will have a headache, good to have motrin. The wipes are good to have if you visit a home where the water is not working, you can clean your hands.

Metronidazol MK Oral 500 mg is the same of the pills that I bought at the pharmacy at the airport in santo domingo. I was told two pills should kill intestinal parasites. Price at the airport was 50 pesos per pill, I was told the price in local pharmacies is 15 pesos per pill.

After eating the pineapple from the street, I started to think twice, so I bought these pills as a precaution, I have not taken them yet. Leafy greens found in salads might be a more likely source for parasites, I don't know. I was with one medical doctor from the US and he wouldn't use the ice in Santo Domingo for his bottled water.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1128582]Johnson & Johnson sells a first aid travel kit that includes bandages, tylenol, motrin, antibiotic oinment, cleasing wipes, Cortaid anti-itch cream and gauze pads all stored in a convenient 4x5x2 inches plastic case. It has enough space to add a couple of more items as for example condoms and other kind of pills. It cost six or seven dollars with 70 items inside. Very convenient.[/QUOTE]

Before my last trip I bought an unlocked Nokia E71 cell from dell. Com using a coupon code I found on dealnews. Com, cost was about $160US. My longtime Walmart $30US Samsung sch-340 prepaid verizon cell that I had unblocked at carrefour (sdq) years ago finally died. That cell did not use a sim card (cdma). On a past trip I bought a 500 pesos zte cell phone from Claro, that phone is not user friendly.

The USB sync cable that comes with the Nokia is about 4 inches long, very short. I bought a USB cradle ($9US from Amazon) that has a longer cable, that syncs the phone with the computer and charges the cell. The cradle I ordered has an open slot to charge a second battery and I bought a second battery for $10 from Amazon. The company sent me a cradle that did not have the open slot for a second battery (I will straighten that out with Amazon) ; [url]http://www.amazon.com/USB-Cradle-Battery-Charger-Nokia/dp/B002PNAC58/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1299006203&sr=8-1[/url]

The nokia e71 has a full keyboard (the buttons are a little small and the numbers / letters on the buttons are small). I downloaded and installed onto my computer Nokia Ovi Suite 3. 0 for free from Nokia. With that Suite and the nokia cell connected to my PC, I can manage contacts, music, videos, read and send text messages through the cell using my PC. Using that Suite, I downloaded free maps onto the cell, including free maps of the Dominican Republic.

The Nokia e71 has wifi and I connected to the internet with it in the DR, no problem. I tried out the built in GPS while I was in San Pedro de Marcoris, the Nokia found my approximate location with the map showing the street names (not sure if I would rely on the Nokia GPS to give me great turn by turn directions in the smaller Dominican cities, it may work better in more populous locations).

Before the trip I added the phone numbers of various Dominican chicas, who I met online using ovi suite and my computer. For some I added their cell phone numbers in this format: 1-809-555-1212. When I was in Dom Rep using the nokia with a claro sim card, trying to call a number in that format the call would not go through. I edited the phone number to appear like this: 8095551212 and the call went through. Problem might be the 1 in front of the area code.

When I called the states I needed to have the 1 in front of the area code: 1 212 555 1212.

I usually wear Dockers pants in DR and one time while sitting on a sofa in a bar, the nokia slid out of my front pants pocket onto the floor, I didn't notice. The chica who was with me, told me my cell was on the floor (another time a few credit cards fell out of the front pants pocket while sitting).

You can download and install various free and inexpensive applications for the nokia e71. A free application that I used was Flashlight which makes the screen totally blank with light so it can be used like a flashlight (I used it at D'Luis Parrilada to read the menu at night). The Nokia also has a program that uses the cameras zoom to make thing appear larger on the screen.

I would like to make the fonts bigger on the Nokia, but the application to increase font size costs about $15US. I bought an application for about $3US called Lockme which will password protect any and all programs on the phone, including contact list, call log, text messages, photo gallery etc. You can still use the cell to make and receive calls, while whatever programs you chose are password protected. One time I was driving in my car and a chica in the back seat asked to use my cell, with the lockme program, that chica could not snoop around inside my cell.

I need to figure out how to send incoming calls directly into voice mail. If a chica is using my cell and another call comes into the cell, sometimes the chica will answer that call.

ATT sells a refurbished pantech link cell (takes sim cards, full keyboard) for $29. 99. I was told the cost to unblock that cell in DR costs from 600 to 1200 pesos. A cell phone place in Megacentro mall (sdq) called Tony, may charge 600 pesos to unblock it. I bought one that I sometimes use in the states and may buy another to use in the DR. Possibly get a second DR sim card for it and use that cell when I am out at night slumming (if it gets lost or stolen, it won't be a huge loss) ; [url]http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-phone-service/cell-phones/prepaid-phones.jsp?wtSlotClick=1-004ROX-0-2&WT.svl=button[/url]

Thank you for your message.

Please be advised that our branches are located in Florida, Illinois, California, New York and New Jersey. Banco Popular North America is not affiliated with the Banco Popular in Dominican Republic.

Regards,

EG.

Popular Online Banking Team

Customer Care Specialist.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1128428]Banco Popular has many branches in the US. Do a search on their webpage to see if their is a branch located close to where you live:

[url]http://www.popular.com/[/url]

Helpmann does not like Banco Popular. But they might be an option if you want to have an account that you can access both in the US and the DR. I would inquire with them whether ATM usage is free in the DR with a US banco popular account. Banco Popular from what I saw has the most ATM machines in Dom Rep, usually in the most convenient locations. You may also be able to open an account with them online and they may have a free checking account. [/QUOTE]

Thanks BBL.

I can cross Banco Popular off the list of banks to open an account with. I will probably open a Bank of America free e-banking account and use their debit card at Scotia Bank ATMs in Dom Rep for no fee ATM withdrawals.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1128927]Thank you for your message.

Please be advised that our branches are located in Florida, Illinois, California, New York and New Jersey. Banco Popular North America is not affiliated with the Banco Popular in Dominican Republic.

Regards,

EG.

Popular Online Banking Team

Customer Care Specialist. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Vincelee76; 1128240]Ok, interesting. The dominican men, must be similiar to phillippino men, they will try to get money from tourist every chance they get. Yes, I will be more careful, since this will be my first trip to DR.

I am also assuming that you or people you know have been ripped off by dominican men? Do tell me some scnarios. [/QUOTE]The comparison with Philippino men is accurate in the sence that no matter how cool you are to each other, how well you can communicate in spanish, how friendly and courteous you act, you will always be seen as the foreigner with money. So in other words, get too friendly and they will eventually try to ask you for money or other shit as they start to feel confortable talking to you. I know it sounds harsh but I would never trust a Dominican in the DR unless I am paying for a service needed by that person. Keep things at a professional level and you should be fine. Even in the US Dominican men tried to rip me off, I think it runs in the blood.

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1128927]Thank you for your message.

Please be advised that our branches are located in Florida, Illinois, California, New York and New Jersey. Banco Popular North America is not affiliated with the Banco Popular in Dominican Republic.

Regards,

EG.

Popular Online Banking Team

Customer Care Specialist. [/QUOTE]Banco Popular North America is a subsidiary of Banco Popular of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico's largest bank for over a hundred years.

Oook. Got it.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1128982]Banco Popular North America is a subsidiary of Banco Popular of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico's largest bank for over a hundred years.[/QUOTE]

Yeah see that is scary rite there, parasites I've taken a first aid kit with me to Road since '05 after I got sick and was stuck in Hotel Kaoba in Cabarete under the toilet for 2days. BTW I think I stayed in that hotel during low season and paid like $135 two weeks. I got back home and did my calculation and was like damn. But the very next year they raised prices.

Good post thanks for the pills info. I will research that. Good post. Jao.

BBL.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1128857]Metronidazol MK Oral 500 mg is the same of the pills that I bought at the pharmacy at the airport in santo domingo. I was told two pills should kill intestinal parasites. Price at the airport was 50 pesos per pill, I was told the price in local pharmacies is 15 pesos per pill.

After eating the pineapple from the street, I started to think twice, so I bought these pills as a precaution, I have not taken them yet. Leafy greens found in salads might be a more likely source for parasites, I don't know. I was with one medical doctor from the US and he wouldn't use the ice in Santo Domingo for his bottled water. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1128877]Before my last trip I bought an unlocked Nokia E71 cell from dell. Com using a coupon code I found on dealnews. Com, cost was about $160US.[/QUOTE]I was looking at this phone last week.

Sears has it for $181 + tax (after coupon) + free shipping for opened-box units.

I still haven't pulled the trigger on it yet but it is nice to hear the GPS supports maps for the DR.

Do you need to use a memory card for the DR map?

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1128996]I was looking at this phone last week.

Sears has it for $181 + tax (after coupon) + free shipping for opened-box units.

I still haven't pulled the trigger on it yet but it is nice to hear the GPS supports maps for the DR.

Do you need to use a memory card for the DR map?[/QUOTE]Before I bought that cellphone I visited [url]http://dealnews.com/[/url] Everyday to see what deals they had listed for cell phones. I found some dell coupon on that site which took off some percentage from dell's normal selling price.

Amazon and Newegg also sell the e71 unlocked. I looked the other day on Newegg and I believe I saw an open boxed E71 at a reduced price.

Expansys is another site that sells unlocked cell phones: [url]http://www.expansys-usa.com/mobile-phones/sim-free-phones/[/url]

Expansys sells the BLU Samba Blue (Quad Band / Dual Sim) which has a keyboard for $49US. I know nothing about the cell phone maker Blu.

The E71 has internal memory and I put in a 4gb micro sd card. With the cell connected to my computer I downloaded and installed the United States map, Dominican Republic map and some other maps, using the nokia ovi suite 3. 0. That suite installed the maps into the cell. I don't know if they installed the maps into the internal memory or on the micro sd card. I will take the micro sd out of the cell and see if I can use the maps (to check where the maps might be stored).

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1128996]I was looking at this phone last week.

Sears has it for $181 + tax (after coupon) + free shipping for opened-box units.

I still haven't pulled the trigger on it yet but it is nice to hear the GPS supports maps for the DR.

Do you need to use a memory card for the DR map?[/QUOTE]Newegg and amazon no tax for many states in the US. Oftentimes Newegg offers free shipping and usually I get the items within 5 days after I place the order with their free shipping.

The on / off button for the Nokia is flush with the top part of the case, you have to apply a bit pressure to turn the phone on and off and switch modes, which is good, no accidental changes to the phone's status when it is in a front jeans pant's pocket while driving (one time I was driving and had a samsung flip cellphone in my jeans front pant's pocket and somehow that cell phone went into speaker mode and answered a call, I had a GF in the passenger seat and the next thing I hear a voice of another chica coming from my cell in my pants pocket, busted) LOL.

Has anyone used a dual sim card cell phone in DR? I have no clue how a dual sim card cell phone may function in DR. Could one sim card be for claro and the other other sim card for orange? Are both sim cards active at the same time (when the phone is on) for incoming calls or does a person have to make one sim card active and the other sim card will be in some type of sleeper mode? Any information would be appreciated.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1129004]The E71 has internal memory and I put in a 4gb micro sd card. With the cell connected to my computer I downloaded and installed the United States map, Dominican Republic map and some other maps, using the nokia ovi suite 3. 0.[/QUOTE]I bought a car GPS some months ago and was disappointed there was no DR map available. Top priority for that unit was not for the DR though. Real-Time traffic conditions integrated with auto re-routing around them is huge for me for driving in the US. This is why I have been looking at a second unit where I could maybe toss my $20 DR phone.

I will probably pull the trigger when I know exactly when my next trip will be.

Your E71 probably does not need the memory card for the GPS map because the country is so relatively small. Since the USA map I am sure requires less than 2GB, my gut tells me a DR map is probably no larger than 500MB (could even be ½ that size too).

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1129201]I bought a car GPS some months ago and was disappointed there was no DR map available. Top priority for that unit was not for the DR though. Real-Time traffic conditions integrated with auto re-routing around them is huge for me for driving in the US. This is why I have been looking at a second unit where I could maybe toss my $20 DR phone.

I will probably pull the trigger when I know exactly when my next trip will be.

Your E71 probably does not need the memory card for the GPS map because the country is so relatively small. Since the USA map I am sure requires less than 2GB, my gut tells me a DR map is probably no larger than 500MB (could even be ½ that size too).[/QUOTE]I read somewhere that Nokia uses some program so that the maps don't use too much memory. Newegg has an open box e71 for around $190 with about $3 for shipping. I would wait, someplace will put them on sale.

An ISG member bought the Dominican Republic map for his Garmin GPS from this company and said it worked fine in the DR (prices from $34 to $79US)

[url]http://www.gpstravelmaps.com/dominican_republic.php?gclid=CLTj8sy77aUCFaVx5Qod4nXGow[/url]

The screen size of the Nokia E71 is not super large. Unless you have eagle eyes, I had to zoom in to read the street names. For me it is good to have if I get lost or if I need to find a particular street while in the car. The GPS took a little while to load. For guys driving for the first time in the DR, I would probably suggest bringing a Garmin unit and buying the maps.

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1129201]I bought a car GPS some months ago and was disappointed there was no DR map available. Top priority for that unit was not for the DR though. Real-Time traffic conditions integrated with auto re-routing around them is huge for me for driving in the US. This is why I have been looking at a second unit where I could maybe toss my $20 DR phone.

I will probably pull the trigger when I know exactly when my next trip will be.

Your E71 probably does not need the memory card for the GPS map because the country is so relatively small. Since the USA map I am sure requires less than 2GB, my gut tells me a DR map is probably no larger than 500MB (could even be ½ that size too). [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Blk Big Bootyluv; 1128990]Yeah see that is scary rite there, parasites I've taken a first aid kit with me to Road since '05 after I got sick and was stuck in Hotel Kaoba in Cabarete under the toilet for 2days. BTW I think I stayed in that hotel during low season and paid like $135 two weeks. I got back home and did my calculation and was like damn. But the very next year they raised prices.

Good post thanks for the pills info. I will research that. Good post. Jao.

BBL.[/QUOTE]I have gotten the shits in DR. Good to have Wet Ones wipes so that your ass doesn't get too irritated from using the paper toilet paper (wet ones come in travel size packages).

One thing that I would rather have in every hotel room than a Bible, is a plunger for the toilet when it gets blocked.

Also the Dom Rep should open an academy to train plumbers and maybe build a manufacturing plant for plumbing fixtures (to replace the poorly functioning plumbing found in many places).

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1129201]I bought a car GPS some months ago and was disappointed there was no DR map available. Top priority for that unit was not for the DR though. Real-Time traffic conditions integrated with auto re-routing around them is huge for me for driving in the US. This is why I have been looking at a second unit where I could maybe toss my $20 DR phone.

I will probably pull the trigger when I know exactly when my next trip will be.

Your E71 probably does not need the memory card for the GPS map because the country is so relatively small. Since the USA map I am sure requires less than 2GB, my gut tells me a DR map is probably no larger than 500MB (could even be ½ that size too).[/QUOTE]According to Nokia Ovi Suite 3 the map size for the Dom Rep is 8. 53 mb. Map size for New York is 81mb, California 124mb, Colombia 21. 3mb, Brazil 162mb.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1129232]I have gotten the shits in DR. Good to have Wet Ones wipes so that your ass doesn't get too irritated from using the paper toilet paper (wet ones come in travel size packages).

One thing that I would rather have in every hotel room than a Bible, is a plunger for the toilet when it gets blocked.

Also the Dom Rep should open an academy to train plumbers and maybe build a manufacturing plant for plumbing fixtures (to replace the poorly functioning plumbing found in many places). [/QUOTE]Your not supposed to flush your paper dude. That's what the waste paper baskets are for. I think that's a nasty thing, but I've seen it in other Latin countries as well. Must be that they don't have waste treatment for the sewage.

My live in girlfriend (I've been with her for more than 2 years now) wants to live with me full time, here or there it doesn't matter to her. I would love to live there full time but money wise I can't.

So this weekend she hits me well why not take me to the US, we can get married and start a family, so on and so forth.

She'll be 22 and she wants a kid, so I tell her OK we can have a kid and start a family but it will take me some time to get everything together etc.

She asks how long? I tell her 1 year and no more than 2, and I actually mean it. It would be great to have a piece of ass like her nearby when I'm not traveling for work. She says the visa process doesn't take that long I can do it in 8 months, etc.

I tell her no. 1 to 2 years. She's crying, complaining and says that if I'm not going to do it she will look to get residency and pay for it herself because she loves me that much and wants to be with me forever. I reply with, that's a great idea I'll pay for everything here, housing, food, clothes, car, everything. You just need to pay for the visa process, she then retorts, if I do it it will take me more than 5 years. I tell her that's ok I can wait for you.

She back tracks and says she'll wait the 2 years.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1129232]I have gotten the shits in DR.[/QUOTE]I think everyone whom has been to the DR has gotten the shits. With me, I usually describe it as the "squirts" and it usually sets in after the first week.

Is this "Metronidazol" you posted about a potential remedy for my said "squirts"?

If it is a remedy it is pretty under-advertised.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967;1129397]Your not supposed to flush your paper dude. That's what the waste paper baskets are for. I think that's a nasty thing, but I've seen it in other Latin countries as well. Must be that they don't have waste treatment for the sewage.[/QUOTE]This is minor compared to some girls that try to flush their used tampax down the crapper. Both though, will stop things up right quick!

[QUOTE=Cagep1967;1129400]She back tracks and says she'll wait the 2 years.[/QUOTE]I think it only took 7 days for the walls of Jericho to fall so you more likely have the advantage. LOL

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1129400]My live in girlfriend (I've been with her for more than 2 years now) wants to live with me full time, here or there it doesn't matter to her. I would love to live there full time but money wise I can't.

So this weekend she hits me well why not take me to the US, we can get married and start a family, so on and so forth.

She'll be 22 and she wants a kid, so I tell her OK we can have a kid and start a family but it will take me some time to get everything together etc.

She asks how long? I tell her 1 year and no more than 2, and I actually mean it. It would be great to have a piece of ass like her nearby when I'm not traveling for work. She says the visa process doesn't take that long I can do it in 8 months, etc.

I tell her no. 1 to 2 years. She's crying, complaining and says that if I'm not going to do it she will look to get residency and pay for it herself because she loves me that much and wants to be with me forever. I reply with, that's a great idea I'll pay for everything here, housing, food, clothes, car, everything. You just need to pay for the visa process, she then retorts, if I do it it will take me more than 5 years. I tell her that's ok I can wait for you.

She back tracks and says she'll wait the 2 years. [/QUOTE]As soon as you bring her back she'll be properly schooled on the ways of the American wife by her Puerto Rican hair dressers. Once she realizes how hot she is to all the younger cock blocking dudes on the block she'll leave you for one of them. Most likely she'll just call the cops on you after an arguement and have you removed from your own house while her emergency restraining order slowly works its way through the justice system. If you are married and have kids with her, she'll end up with 1/2 your shit and probably majority custody of the child.

Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1129409]I think everyone whom has been to the DR has gotten the shits. With me, I usually describe it as the "squirts" and it usually sets in after the first week.

Is this "Metronidazol" you posted about a potential remedy for my said "squirts"?

If it is a remedy it is pretty under-advertised. [/QUOTE]Some pepto or Imodium A-D, and you should be good.

[QUOTE=Geolopes;1129497].........You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.[/QUOTE]Amazing with all the info available there are still a few who believe this. As soon as your wallet is empty the love affair is over.


[QUOTE=Geolopes;1129497]As soon as you bring her back she'll be properly schooled on the ways of the American wife by her Puerto Rican hair dressers. Once she realizes how hot she is to all the younger cock blocking dudes on the block she'll leave you for one of them. Most likely she'll just call the cops on you after an arguement and have you removed from your own house while her emergency restraining order slowly works its way through the justice system. If you are married and have kids with her, she'll end up with 1/2 your shit and probably majority custody of the child.

Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Geolopes; 1129497]As soon as you bring her back she'll be properly schooled on the ways of the American wife by her Puerto Rican hair dressers. Once she realizes how hot she is to all the younger cock blocking dudes on the block she'll leave you for one of them. Most likely she'll just call the cops on you after an arguement and have you removed from your own house while her emergency restraining order slowly works its way through the justice system. If you are married and have kids with her, she'll end up with 1/2 your shit and probably majority custody of the child.

Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.[/QUOTE]Not to mention the Dominican dudes who will say"you're Dominicana you have to fuck me". It amazes me how they spoil and worship these guys when they only shit on them. Its bread into their culture to always give the Dominicano whatever he wants. If the Dominicanas ever get some independence along with economic and political clout, the Dominicanos would start killing them.

Dominicanas love attention and are open minded sexually. How can you domesticate a women with these types of traits? If you want a wife try the Asians, who are more traditional or maybe even a Colombiana. Also if you sponsor her then you are financially reponsible for her, even if she is fucking the Dominican mailman. Go visit them in the DR, have your fun and undertand the Dominicano out ranks you always in their eyes.

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1129502]Some pepto or Imodium A-D, and you should be good.[/QUOTE]And I never got the shits. Moreover, I lived with Dominicans which means I ate their food and drink. I ain't had nuttin' like Montezuma's revenge like I got in Cancun years back. Not sure how you got the shits, maybe you ate some bad pussy?

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1129562]And I never got the shits. Moreover, I lived with Dominicans which means I ate their food and drink. I ain't had nuttin' like Montezuma's revenge like I got in Cancun years back. Not sure how you got the shits, maybe you ate some bad pussy?[/QUOTE]Congratulations, felicedades, you have great intestinal fortitude.

I always bring chew-able Immodium (anti-diarrhea) , pepto bismol in the tablet chew-able form and chew-able gas-x (I always carry-on some of those tablets on the airplane, not fun having diarrhea on an airplane or the farts, LOL).

After drinking loads of presidente beer my stomach gets gassed up. Depending upon the chica I am with, I generally don't like to let out a long, loud fart while she is next to me.

Also after drinking lots of presidente beer and thereafter having a chica slamming into my lower abdomen during cowgirl, can be a little uncomfortable, if I am gassed up.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1129232]I have gotten the shits in DR. Good to have Wet Ones wipes so that your ass doesn't get too irritated from using the paper toilet paper (wet ones come in travel size packages).

I had the same problem as you had, I am very careful about food here in D. R. As I also spend days and hours in the bathroom.

I exclusively eat at la sirena usually they have a cafeteria and you can get a decent meal for a 150 to 200 pesos.

When I cook I also buy all the ingridents at la sirena and so far I have not had any problems. I aviod food which is sold in the streets.

[QUOTE=Berthold; 1129588]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1129232]I have gotten the shits in DR. Good to have Wet Ones wipes so that your ass doesn't get too irritated from using the paper toilet paper (wet ones come in travel size packages).

I had the same problem as you had, I am very careful about food here in D. R. As I also spend days and hours in the bathroom.

I exclusively eat at la sirena usually they have a cafeteria and you can get a decent meal for a 150 to 200 pesos.

When I cook I also buy all the ingridents at la sirena and so far I have not had any problems. I aviod food which is sold in the streets. [/QUOTE]I have been living here a year and a half now. Only problem I have had was the shits after eating at La Sirena.

I don't eat there now after I noticed that when they come out of the kitchen with new supplies, they don't remove or clean the serving bowls / platters. They just add the new stuff on top of what's left of the the old. You can imagine that by the end of the day there are stratas of food at the bottom which have been hanging around all day. Not good.

More generally, even when young and fit I never had a particularly robust stomach. First two trips to the DR five years ago I had stomach trouble. Since then on two trips a year, and living here now, only one episode (as above) so I think you can get acclimatized and build up resistance to the local bugs.

Of course, I cannot be sure it was the La Sirena food. They have a pretty good reputation and there is a wide selection at cheap prices. But I am not taking any more chances after my observations above.

You are no alone in your views. I've herd too many sad sad tales about this. The only ones I hear that workout well are when the dude saves properly for his retirement and moves to DR lives like a KING for the rest of his days. Or when a dude gets a chick from China. Since this is not the China form that doesn't apply to us here.

Peace.

BBL.

[QUOTE=Geolopes; 1129497]As soon as you bring her back she'll be properly schooled on the ways of the American wife by her Puerto Rican hair dressers. Once she realizes how hot she is to all the younger cock blocking dudes on the block she'll leave you for one of them. Most likely she'll just call the cops on you after an arguement and have you removed from your own house while her emergency restraining order slowly works its way through the justice system. If you are married and have kids with her, she'll end up with 1/2 your shit and probably majority custody of the child.

Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1117860]When I originally obtained my passport I never thought I would be traveling back and forth so much.

I'm running out of blank visa spots in my passport, I heard you can get more pages added to it, but the online form from the gov looks like a passport renewal form.

Does anyone have info on this?

Much appreciated. [/QUOTE]Yes, just go the the US embassy website and fill out the form and mail in your passport with the money. It comes back pretty quick with pages added. Bad idea if you are traveling soon, so you have to pick a down time or pay to expiedite it.

[url]http://travel.state.gov/passport/forms/ds4085/ds4085_2662.html[/url]

Last 4 times down I have eaten alot of yogurt for a month or so before I depart. Have not had one problem since I started this. I still pack immodeum just in case. My wing man was eating it like candy back in January.

[QUOTE=WestFLA; 1129634]Yes, just go the the US embassy website and fill out the form and mail in your passport with the money. It comes back pretty quick with pages added. Bad idea if you are traveling soon, so you have to pick a down time or pay to expiedite it.

[url]http://travel.state.gov/passport/forms/ds4085/ds4085_2662.html[/url][/QUOTE]It took two weeks for me to get pages added to mine, now I am almost full again. My passport expires next year so I am just going to get it renewed instead.

[QUOTE=Geolopes;1129497]Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck.[/QUOTE]Great post. But never say never. It might work 1% or 2% of times but you would have to have some special kind of arrogance to think you are going to be the 1-in-50 or 1-in-100 guy. And none of the candidates I have met have been remotely in the running for that special honor. Either look like shit, or are alcoholics, or are near broke.

Now living in the DR with a chica, happiness is still a long-shot, but your odds are vastly improved.

There is a vast cultural difference between them and us. So if you cannot make a marriage work with someone of your own or a similar nationality (and most of us cannot) you have fuck all chance with a dominicana. Possibly different if you have a Latin American background yourself? I wouldn't know about that.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1129577]Congratulations, felicedades, you have great intestinal fortitude.

I always bring chew-able Immodium (anti-diarrhea) , pepto bismol in the tablet chew-able form and chew-able gas-x (I always carry-on some of those tablets on the airplane, not fun having diarrhea on an airplane or the farts, LOL).

After drinking loads of presidente beer my stomach gets gassed up. Depending upon the chica I am with, I generally don't like to let out a long, loud fart while she is next to me.

Also after drinking lots of presidente beer and thereafter having a chica slamming into my lower abdomen during cowgirl, can be a little uncomfortable, if I am gassed up. [/QUOTE]Sometimes I get a sensitive stomach. I was out and about the other day and had the craving for some chicharon from Villa Mella (supposedly the best). This stuff is pretty good but you can only usually get it off the street carts. I was with a girl that went out and bought it for me and it was great and no stomach problems. The next time I wanted some I was out with another girl and I was a bit drunk, I went to the same place but this time I went out to buy, the cart not only had the chicharon, but had about any part of the pig on display including snouts, ears and other parts I couldn't make out. Being drunk, I made what probably was a bad decision and I bought one of their cart made sausages, it was deep fried and looked fairly good with my rose colored glasses.

It was great, my dominican companion refused to even try it, she said I was going to get sick. The next morning, no problems whatsoever. I was shocked. I've gotten sick from much milder things over there from some supposedly good / clean restaurants.

However, I will not be repeating the sausage incident as there is no way to judge what is going into it.

Chicharon de Villa Mella is quite good, if you can get the courage of eating from one of the street vendors I would recommend trying.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1129400]My live in girlfriend (I've been with her for more than 2 years now) wants to live with me full time, here or there it doesn't matter to her. I would love to live there full time but money wise I can't.

So this weekend she hits me well why not take me to the US, we can get married and start a family, so on and so forth.

She'll be 22 and she wants a kid, so I tell her OK we can have a kid and start a family but it will take me some time to get everything together etc.

She asks how long? I tell her 1 year and no more than 2, and I actually mean it. It would be great to have a piece of ass like her nearby when I'm not traveling for work. She says the visa process doesn't take that long I can do it in 8 months, etc.

I tell her no. 1 to 2 years. She's crying, complaining and says that if I'm not going to do it she will look to get residency and pay for it herself because she loves me that much and wants to be with me forever. I reply with, that's a great idea I'll pay for everything here, housing, food, clothes, car, everything. You just need to pay for the visa process, she then retorts, if I do it it will take me more than 5 years. I tell her that's ok I can wait for you.

She back tracks and says she'll wait the 2 years. [/QUOTE]You got a warning. A chica hissy fit already.

Your situation is similar to mine.

I agree with the posters here that you should forget love and / or mariiage in the conventional sense. The cultural differences would make living together a very difficult proposition indeed. After a while, either you'll feel imprisoned, or she will.

But if you can enjoy time together outside of the sex, you can have an arms length relationship which can be very beneficial to both parties, as long as YOU stay in control. You have the money, you define the terms.

It's enjoyable and convenient to have the full GFE / Wifey experience on a regular part time basis, and each of you can get back to your normal lives between visits. It stays fresh.

Leave it at that tho, and don't let her try to turn it into more than that or you'll lose control, and it will be about her happiness and future, not yours. You can still talk the talk,"only mi for you, and only you for mi" bullshit, but be ready to walk at a moments notice. She instictively knows this, so there's incentive keep up her end of the bargain.

Always have an exit strategy.

Mine's lasted two years now and I see no reason why it won't continue in the same way as long as we keep it more or less on an employer / employee basis.

But, she's coming up here in May for a visit, so we'll see how that develops.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1129855]Sometimes I get a sensitive stomach. I was out and about the other day and had the craving for some chicharon from Villa Mella (supposedly the best). This stuff is pretty good but you can only usually get it off the street carts. I was with a girl that went out and bought it for me and it was great and no stomach problems. The next time I wanted some I was out with another girl and I was a bit drunk, I went to the same place but this time I went out to buy, the cart not only had the chicharon, but had about any part of the pig on display including snouts, ears and other parts I couldn't make out. Being drunk, I made what probably was a bad decision and I bought one of their cart made sausages, it was deep fried and looked fairly good with my rose colored glasses.

It was great, my dominican companion refused to even try it, she said I was going to get sick. The next morning, no problems whatsoever. I was shocked. I've gotten sick from much milder things over there from some supposedly good / clean restaurants.

However, I will not be repeating the sausage incident as there is no way to judge what is going into it.

Chicharon de Villa Mella is quite good, if you can get the courage of eating from one of the street vendors I would recommend trying. [/QUOTE][url]Http://www.imodium.com/page.jhtml?id=imodium/include/5_0.inc[/url]

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[QUOTE=Oakie; 1129906]You got a warning. A chica hissy fit already.

Your situation is similar to mine.

I agree with the posters here that you should forget love and / or mariiage in the conventional sense. The cultural differences would make living together a very difficult proposition indeed. After a while, either you'll feel imprisoned, or she will.

But if you can enjoy time together outside of the sex, you can have an arms length relationship which can be very beneficial to both parties, as long as YOU stay in control. You have the money, you define the terms.

It's enjoyable and convenient to have the full GFE / Wifey experience on a regular part time basis, and each of you can get back to your normal lives between visits. It stays fresh.

Leave it at that tho, and don't let her try to turn it into more than that or you'll lose control, and it will be about her happiness and future, not yours. You can still talk the talk,"only mi for you, and only you for mi" bullshit, but be ready to walk at a moments notice. She instictively knows this, so there's incentive keep up her end of the bargain.

Always have an exit strategy.

Mine's lasted two years now and I see no reason why it won't continue in the same way as long as we keep it more or less on an employer / employee basis.

But, she's coming up here in May for a visit, so we'll see how that develops. [/QUOTE]Amazing how an unexpected baby can change the control issue 180 degrees to the chica having an enormous amount of power. You might not see it but the whole thing is like playing with matches.

[quote=ehunter;1129928]amazing how an unexpected baby can change the control issue 180 degrees to the chica having an enormous amount of power. you might not see it but the whole thing is like playing with matches.[/quote]anytime your dealing with woman period your playing with matches. hell in the states i had a four year relationship ended cus my ex fiance started to stalk me. and let me tell you having to pull a james bond, golden eye speed chasing move on the highway to shake my ex ain't no fun.

oakie knows what type of matches he's dealing with cus the ogs on the board have told him. i got faith if a fire starts he'll be able to put it out. or at the very least stop, drop and roll to get the fire off of him lol

[QUOTE=Ehunter;1129928]Amazing how an unexpected baby can change the control issue 180 degrees to the chica having an enormous amount of power. You might not see it but the whole thing is like playing with matches.[/QUOTE]Thanks EH, you got a good point.

But Coolie has a good point too.

So, since we are only debating long term vs short term (as in ST, TLN, TLAnno) the pregnancy issue is the same, no?

On a broader level, just what are a ST puta's options if a one time newbie gets her pregnant? And how is it different just because this chica happens to know where I live?

I'm serious. Tell me what I am missing here, and I appreciate your input.

[quote=coolie high; 1130000]anytime your dealing with woman period your playing with matches. hell in the states i had a four year relationship ended cus my ex fiance started to stalk me. and let me tell you having to pull a james bond, golden eye speed chasing move on the highway to shake my ex ain't no fun.

oakie knows what type of matches he's dealing with cus the ogs on the board have told him. i got faith if a fire starts he'll be able to put it out. or at the very least stop, drop and roll to get the fire off of him lol[/quote]hey coolie, thanks for that!

my last 3 long time relationships, all with younger women back home, ended because they wanted a baby.

i got two already grown up and don't want any more. the last one was totally pissed and stopped fucking me when i suddenly started using a condom lol.

i have this vision of you and sade, me and princessa on some jerry springer show, waiting for the dna results.

or even worse, down there on "caso cerrada", arguing and fighting and what the fuck are they saying? lol.

i am talking about more than just handling the game coolie.

he stated he is engaged in gfe (meaning no-condom sex).

once a chica tells the authorities a gringo got her prego and is going to flee the country, the guy is held until significant extortion money is paid. a scenario has been written about this here in the past.

ain't nobody a good enough player once the authorities have their hand around your collar. this is what i mean about playing with matches as opposed to the regular everyday dealings with some crazy bi*ch.

[quote=coolie high; 1130000]anytime your dealing with woman period your playing with matches. hell in the states i had a four year relationship ended cus my ex fiance started to stalk me. and let me tell you having to pull a james bond, golden eye speed chasing move on the highway to shake my ex ain't no fun.

oakie knows what type of matches he's dealing with cus the ogs on the board have told him. i got faith if a fire starts he'll be able to put it out. or at the very least stop, drop and roll to get the fire off of him lol[/quote]

[QUOTE=Ehunter; 1130288]I am talking about more than just handling the game Coolie.

He stated he is engaged in GFE (meaning no-condom sex).

Once a chica tells the authorities a gringo got her prego and is going to flee the country, the guy is held until significant extortion money is paid. A scenario has been written about this here in the past.

Ain't nobody a good enough player once the authorities have their hand around your collar. This is what I mean about playing with matches as opposed to the regular everyday dealings with some crazy bi*ch.[/QUOTE]Ehunter I definitely don't dispute what your saying I'm just stating that there are similarities when dealing with your woman in the states as if you were in the DR.

Case in point let's say you get into an argument and your woman calls the cops and lies and says that you hit her guess what your going to jail.

Or how about your lady putiing child support on your ass when you know your not the father but you now have to get a DNA test and spend court money to prove that's not your child.

The same bullshit that a chica can put you thru in the DR is the same bullshit that a woman can out you thru in the states. The only thing is that you pay more in the states.

Now given the fact that Oakies dealing with age difference, culture and language difference plus adding the time and space apart from one another does severely increase his odds of him dealing with a volatile match but odds are still just that, a number.

In any case I'm treading softly with any female I consider my girl or who I come in contact with.

[QUOTE=Oakie; 1130185]Hey Coolie, thanks for that!

My last 3 long time relationships, all with younger women back home, ended because they wanted a baby.

I got two already grown up and don't want any more. The last one was totally pissed and stopped fucking me when I suddenly started using a condom LOL.

I have this vision of you and Sade, me and Princessa on some Jerry springer show, waiting for the DNA results.

Or even worse, down there on "Caso Cerrada", arguing and fighting and what the fuck are they saying? LOL. [/QUOTE]They slick way around this is to get a vasectomy. When the girl starts to wonder why she is not getting pregnant (at least a year). Then you can meekly tell her that naybe something is wrong with you. Ha

[QUOTE=Geolopes; 1129497]As soon as you bring her back she'll be properly schooled on the ways of the American wife by her Puerto Rican hair dressers. Once she realizes how hot she is to all the younger cock blocking dudes on the block she'll leave you for one of them. Most likely she'll just call the cops on you after an arguement and have you removed from your own house while her emergency restraining order slowly works its way through the justice system. If you are married and have kids with her, she'll end up with 1/2 your shit and probably majority custody of the child.

Dude, just leave her there and save yourself from all of this. You can't marry these girls and they can NEVER love us, only their own kind. Good luck. [/QUOTE]They don't even love their own kind. They love themselves and that is about it.

No man in his right mind should bring these guys out. I know a number of guys who have done it and NONE has worked out beyond 2 years. Heck marriages with your own don't work out so why risk it.

I know we are allowed 30 days on entry to DR, Does anyone know the fine if you stay past that? Is there a way to extend this?

I was on the Greater Santo Domingo mongers map and noticed that one of the main pages referring the map is not the ISG. It is a link about clubs and adult resorts in the DR, even nudist clubs. I never imagined there were so many adult resorts in the DR, in Puerto Plata, Juan Dolio, Boca Chica etc, most of them too expensive. Here is the link: [url]http://www.sexcation-review.com/Travel-Caribbean-DR.html[/url]

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline; 1130517]I was on the Greater Santo Domingo mongers map and noticed that one of the main pages referring the map is not the ISG. It is a link about clubs and adult resorts in the DR, even nudist clubs. I never imagined there were so many adult resorts in the DR, in Puerto Plata, Juan Dolio, Boca Chica etc, most of them too expensive. Here is the link:

[url]http://www.sexcation-review.com/Travel-Caribbean-DR.html[/url][/QUOTE]Boricua, thanks for all your great intel, I'm a big fan of your posts.

Now, I obviously haven't stayed at most of the high end AI clip joints mentioned in that link. Most of these so-called AI places operate out of rented places, promise the world for crazy cash, don't live up, import foreign women (illegal) , or hire fairly regular looking, not medically vetted beach girls nearby, etc. One of the places mentioned is closed and the previous owner is in a Brazilian jail for sex trafficking according to one of my well informed sources. There are only 2 places in the AI catagory that live up to their billing. 1) BB's on the very affordbale end. 2) O2 is the highest one should go. Actually, BB's is not AI but its very affordable. Paying anywhere from $400 to $2, 500 a night at these other joints is just STUPID and exploitive.

The above link does a pretty good job however listing all the places and I credit them for that.

Thanks. Those outdoor pork places are under the overhead metro tracks on Ave. Maximo Gomez or are they after the last metro stop?

[QUOTE=Cagep1967; 1129855]Sometimes I get a sensitive stomach. I was out and about the other day and had the craving for some chicharon from Villa Mella (supposedly the best). This stuff is pretty good but you can only usually get it off the street carts. I was with a girl that went out and bought it for me and it was great and no stomach problems. The next time I wanted some I was out with another girl and I was a bit drunk, I went to the same place but this time I went out to buy, the cart not only had the chicharon, but had about any part of the pig on display including snouts, ears and other parts I couldn't make out. Being drunk, I made what probably was a bad decision and I bought one of their cart made sausages, it was deep fried and looked fairly good with my rose colored glasses.

It was great, my dominican companion refused to even try it, she said I was going to get sick. The next morning, no problems whatsoever. I was shocked. I've gotten sick from much milder things over there from some supposedly good / clean restaurants.

However, I will not be repeating the sausage incident as there is no way to judge what is going into it.

Chicharon de Villa Mella is quite good, if you can get the courage of eating from one of the street vendors I would recommend trying.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Geolopes;1130717]Paying anywhere from $400 to $2, 500 a night at these other joints is just STUPID and exploitive.[/QUOTE]Can't speak for the other places but I stayed at affordable-adult-vacations a couple to times and did not feel like I over paid considering everything was paid as part of the $350-$400 / day fee. Having never left the US before it was nice to have the a person taking care of everything from pickup to drop off. Depending how much you eat, drink and partake in the ladies, BB is not a lot cheaper with everything considered. For the first time visitor to the DR I think the cheaper places like Total Satisfaction and Affordable are a viable option. I assume if I could afford $1200 or more a night discretion would be more of a concern than price.

I realize I might take a little heat on this board for supporting the AI places like Affordable but everyone has different needs and comfort levels and like me the nice little place in Boca Chica was the perfect place to begin my adventures in the DR. Two years later I speak a little Spanish and feel comfortable traveling by myself in the DR but still stop in to visit with Carlos when in Boca Chica.

I don't want to come off as negative towards Geolopes because now I would not think of staying at Affordable but at one time that was the perfect option for me as it could be for other individuals who visit this board.

[QUOTE=Cagep1967;1130512]I know we are allowed 30 days on entry to DR, Does anyone know the fine if you stay past that? Is there a way to extend this?[/QUOTE]You do not get a visa when you enter, you get a tourist card, a better way you can view that is a visa exemption. A visa is applied for before and in some countries they issue a visa on arrival. DR is not one of them. If you overstay there is a penalty with clear signs at the airport as to how much. For a few days it is peanuts. For a few years it can cost you.

The fact they post a fine for over 30 days and as much as 5 years shows you it is just a tax and not a big deal. Unlike Thailand where if you are caught in country over 30 days on an exemption you go to jail until they deport you.

These are the rates in Spanish. Note the over 5 years used to be about $50 US. Now it is a lot more, though not a fortune. You can extend a tourist card (once, I think) at the immigration in Santo Domingo but I suspect the cost and hassle is more than the exit fees for just about any time period , the only reason is if you get hassled by the cops a lot and they calculate the overstay and want to make an issue of it.

De 30 dias a 3 meses 800. 00.

De 3 meses a 9 meses 1, 000. 00.

De 9 meses a 1 año 2, 500. 00.

De 1 año a 1 año why 6 meses 4, 000. 00.

De 1 año why medio a 2 años 5, 000. 00.

De 2 años a 2 años why 6 meses 6, 500. 00.

De 2 años why medio a 3 años 9, 000. 00.

De 2 años a 5 años 14, 000. 00.

De 5 años en adelante 17, 000. 00.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1130809]Thanks. Those outdoor pork places are under the overhead metro tracks on Ave. Maximo Gomez or are they after the last metro stop?[/QUOTE]The one I like is next to the metro stop Mama Tingo. If you go before 9PM the lady is more generous with the cut than the guy that works later in the night. I also think they get a kick out of serving gringos.

She was giving me samples of stuff, one thing was something called buffo or something, I have no idea what it was but it looked like deep fried steak (not chicken fried like here in the states). But I'm sure its some part of the pig I don't want to know about.

The sausage was really good, very intense spice (not hot) but rich in flavor.

[QUOTE=Grand Pollo; 1130835]De 30 dias a 3 meses 800. 00.

De 3 meses a 9 meses 1, 000. 00.

De 9 meses a 1 año 2, 500. 00.

De 1 año a 1 año why 6 meses 4, 000. 00.

De 1 año why medio a 2 años 5, 000. 00.

De 2 años a 2 años why 6 meses 6, 500. 00.

De 2 años why medio a 3 años 9, 000. 00.

De 2 años a 5 años 14, 000. 00.

De 5 años en adelante 17, 000. 00. [/QUOTE]I've been there about 30 times in about 2 1/2 years and have never seen these signs. I've been down there for 3 weeks at a clip but never more than 1 month at any given time. Thanks for the info. 800 pesos is no biggie.

I just sold my house and will not be moving into the new one until May and figure I'll go stay down there for the duration until the new place is availalble.

The rental car is going to kill me for that time period, I might go local during the week (w / guaguas and carros) and rent on the weekends.

I'm trying to buy a car down there and put it in my girls name (with insurance) but she hasn't taken her test yet. I've seen people advertise in mundoanuncio looking for rentals from locals, anyone have any ideas?

I have a friend (working chica) who is a real smart business lady. She's been renting a room at the all inclusives acting like she is on vacation with her sister and does her business there. It's a good opportunity for those guys that are on vacation with their families and want to get some action without attracting any attention or getting the wife suspicious by leaving the property.

Marcia has asked me to help by publicizing for her, as soon as I find the next hotel she's staying at I'll post or if you guys are staying at an all inclusive just PM me and I'll let her know which hotel she should be looking into. She's very pretty (very petite girl, real tight, offers BBBJCIM, anal) her sister has a huge rack and a bit bigger, don't know her services but I can find out.

[QUOTE=Berthold; 1129588]I exclusively eat at la sirena usually they have a cafeteria and you can get a decent meal for a 150 to 200 pesos.

When I cook I also buy all the ingridents at la sirena and so far I have not had any problems. I aviod food which is sold in the streets.[/QUOTE]Have you been to playa palenque (45 minutes from san cristobal) and is it worth visiting? I saw mundy car wash bar, blue bar and some liquor store bars in San Cristobal (I heard blue palace is a nice place) , any other bars or pay for play places you can recommend in san cristobal? Gracias.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1130865]Have you been to playa palenque (45 minutes from san cristobal) and is it worth visiting? I saw mundy car wash bar, blue bar and some liquor store bars in San Cristobal (I heard blue palace is a nice place) , any other bars or pay for play places you can recommend in san cristobal? Gracias.[/QUOTE]I go there all the time, very nice beach but not for mongering. Everyone is there with someone or its full of families.

However if you want to bring a girl it's a nice beach almost no vendors to speak of, there is a restaurant / bar called merry coco or something like that, they have the greatest seafood empanadas. At the end of the street that runs along the beach are a couple of big bars / restaurants that blast music the biggest is called dominican york.

Overall never really crowded, there is one decent hotel nearby (Hotel Paleque) overpriced for the area, they have real good food but again overpriced.

Ask some more questions if you need more info.

My live in Novia has been reading Cosmo since I've been gone and has sent me links with new ideas and ways to please your man.

I'm expecting the blowjob of my life when I return. Also, we have anal sometimes but afterwards she complains for 2 or 3 days about the pain. She has now asked me to get some different lubricants to desensitize the anus so she can give it to me more often.

She knows I step out on her when I'm down there and she wants to keep me happy and without the desire to do so.

Once I left my laptop on and she found a picture of me with a girl hugging at the beach and she was crying for a few hours, but later that week she was having sex with me 5 times a day, and that actuall worked, I had no energy to do anything else and later in the week had to beg her no mas.

Anyone ever use EREC-F it's supposed to be chewable generic viagra. I like cialis better and la pela (generic) but was intereseted in EREC-F because it chewable I would think it would work faster.

Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks,

A friend and I are trying to plan a vacation this year, either summer or fall, but we're not quite sure where we want to go yet, debating between mainly DR and Philippines.

We're up for the full on mongering scenes, but we also like the idea of actually getting genuinely involved with a couple of girls romantically leading up to our vacation and just spending the the time with our new girl friends.

I like DR because the chicks are soo hot and its so close (we're in US). But neither of us know much spanish.

If we're to go to DR, I think we'll be better off sticking to a place like BlackBeard's-from all the reviews, seems like we'd be in good hands there. I'm still concerned about not being able to make a really passable romantic connection with the chicks, though. Frankly, I'm the kind of guy to be genuinely interested in a lady. If I can make a real connection with her, its a more genuine GFE experience. But I don't see that connection happening if I can't really communicate with the girl properly.

Then, on the other hand, we're thinking about Philippines. I hear its amazing. And now I've come across DIA-can't believe I didn't know about this! LOL, obviously, communication is not a problem here, everyone speaks English. We're already making connections. But it's got it's drawbacks too. Mainly that it's much longer and more expensive flights. But I'm also more genuinely into the lantinas. Though, I do really like petite chicks and those phili chicks are certainly petite.

So, I'm wondering if maybe there's a website out there like DIA for DR / the latin world where we might have the possibility of connecting with those DR latinas (that surely must exist) that do know a little English and would want to hook up with us. Not really lookin for pay sites, though, I'm guessing DIA is one of a kind (pretty awesome). But if pay sites are all that are available, which is best?

And, also, besides the flights how do DR and Philippines compare financially for the monger in US equivalent expenses?

Any other notable comparisons you'd point out?

[QUOTE=Triple Stacks; 1135172]A friend and I are trying to plan a vacation this year, either summer or fall, but we're not quite sure where we want to go yet, debating between mainly DR and Philippines.

We're up for the full on mongering scenes, but we also like the idea of actually getting genuinely involved with a couple of girls romantically leading up to our vacation and just spending the the time with our new girl friends.

I like DR because the chicks are soo hot and its so close (we're in US). But neither of us know much spanish.

If we're to go to DR, I think we'll be better off sticking to a place like BlackBeard's-from all the reviews, seems like we'd be in good hands there. I'm still concerned about not being able to make a really passable romantic connection with the chicks, though. Frankly, I'm the kind of guy to be genuinely interested in a lady. If I can make a real connection with her, its a more genuine GFE experience. But I don't see that connection happening if I can't really communicate with the girl properly.

Then, on the other hand, we're thinking about Philippines. I hear its amazing. And now I've come across DIA-can't believe I didn't know about this! LOL, obviously, communication is not a problem here, everyone speaks English. We're already making connections. But it's got it's drawbacks too. Mainly that it's much longer and more expensive flights. But I'm also more genuinely into the lantinas. Though, I do really like petite chicks and those phili chicks are certainly petite.

So, I'm wondering if maybe there's a website out there like DIA for DR / the latin world where we might have the possibility of connecting with those DR latinas (that surely must exist) that do know a little English and would want to hook up with us. Not really lookin for pay sites, though, I'm guessing DIA is one of a kind (pretty awesome). But if pay sites are all that are available, which is best?

And, also, besides the flights how do DR and Philippines compare financially for the monger in US equivalent expenses?

Any other notable comparisons you'd point out? [/QUOTE]Pardon my ignorance, but what does DIA stand for / mean?

[QUOTE=Ath Trainer;1135404]Pardon my ignorance, but what does DIA stand for / mean?[/QUOTE]It's a website called Date In Asia [just Google it] used for making contacts with women in the Philippines and certain other areas in Asia.

Hi guys,

I'm relocating from the UK to southern Spain. To my disappointment I find it difficult to find Spanish airliners / holiday makers who offer direct flights to the Dominican Republic.

I have found 1 flight to Santo Domingo but that is it. Some sites do advertise Dom Rep but no direct flights / packages come up when searching.

I'm hoping we have a Spanish member who can recommend sites offering flights / packages – preferably to Punta Cana?

Thanks in advance

[QUOTE=Neeew; 1136309]Hi guys,

I'm relocating from the UK to southern Spain. To my disappointment I find it difficult to find Spanish airliners / holiday makers who offer direct flights to the Dominican Republic.

I have found 1 flight to Santo Domingo but that is it. Some sites do advertise Dom Rep but no direct flights / packages come up when searching.

I'm hoping we have a Spanish member who can recommend sites offering flights / packages – preferably to Punta Cana?

Thanks in advance[/QUOTE]The spanish national carrier iberia has direct flights to Santo Domingo. [url]www.iberia.es[/url]

Another carrier is Air Europa which offers direct flights to Punta Cana and Santo Domingo [url]www.aireuropa.com[/url]

Concerning packages try [url]www.viajeselcorteingles.es[/url]

Where are you going to live in southern Spain? I have family in the Malaga / Torremolinos area

well lawrence taylor got six years probation for [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord125][CodeWord125][/url] a minor.

the kicker is what someone posted in the new york post newspaper online comments:

[url]http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/lawrence_taylor_sentenced_to_months_ly1b2mids8nf5e1dwofucn[/url]


nypost quote:

hummertop.

03/22/2011 5:58 pm.

"poor taylor:

why in the world would anyone have to paid for sex? don't he know how to buy an airline ticket to santo domingo aka replublic dominiquen.

where are the most beautiful latins young girls that love to have sex for less than 500 pesos= 15 us dollars.

what a fool to ever go out with anyone in the united stated of america."

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[QUOTE=Berthold; 1136496]The spanish national carrier iberia has direct flights to Santo Domingo.

[url]www.iberia.es[/url]

Another carrier is Air Europa which offers direct flights to Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.

[url]www.aireuropa.com[/url]

Concerning packages try.

[url]www.viajeselcorteingles.es[/url]

Where are you going to live in southern Spain? I have family in the Malaga / Torremolinos area[/QUOTE]Thanks for the links.

I had found the AirEuropa option but man. €1500-€2000 for a return flight! When I then go to viajeselcorteingles. Es they have 1 week AI packages – using the same AirEuropa flights – from €1200 and upwards LOL.

I'm used to £350 return flights (sometimes cheaper) with Thomson from the UK. Ouch!

I haven't yet found out where exact I'm going to live but it should give me the same distance to both Seville airport and Malaga airport. Unfortunately I can't find any direct flights from these airports to the Dom Rep.

[quote=bq ribs; 1136669]well lawrence taylor got six years probation for [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord125][CodeWord125][/url] a minor.

the kicker is what someone posted in the new york post newspaper online comments:

[url]http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/lawrence_taylor_sentenced_to_months_ly1b2mids8nf5e1dwofucn[/url]

nypost quote:

hummertop.

03/22/2011 5:58 pm.

"poor taylor:

why in the world would anyone have to paid for sex? don't he know how to buy an airline ticket to santo domingo aka replublic dominiquen.

where are the most beautiful latins young girls that love to have sex for less than 500 pesos= 15 us dollars.

what a fool to ever go out with anyone in the united stated of america."[/quote]she is rather handsome. i have seen prettier sws on the north coast.

I need some help.

I have never been to Dominican Republic and know just about nothing other than mongering is quite available in this country.

I will be going with GF to an all inclusive place, GF was just approved vacation and I must find & reserve something in the next few days. She wants Dominican Republic (anywhere is fine)

I know that all inclusive is far from the best way to go but I have no choice in the matter.

Does someone know an all inclusive hotel within or very close to a city?

Somewhere I can go for an afternoon walk and find a bar and some action?

I would also appreciate if I could get the norm as for pricing for services and rooms since I won't be able to bring them home.

Thanks, there is no way I have time to read through all this in time!

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140072]I need some help.

I have never been to Dominican Republic and know just about nothing other than mongering is quite available in this country.

I will be going with GF to an all inclusive place, GF was just approved vacation and I must find & reserve something in the next few days. She wants Dominican Republic (anywhere is fine)

I know that all inclusive is far from the best way to go but I have no choice in the matter.

Does someone know an all inclusive hotel within or very close to a city?

Somewhere I can go for an afternoon walk and find a bar and some action?

I would also appreciate if I could get the norm as for pricing for services and rooms since I won't be able to bring them home.

Thanks, there is no way I have time to read through all this in time! [/QUOTE]You are in luck. Google Casa Marina resort in Sosua. You can walk out the front door, grab a motoconcho to La Passion club any time after 1 pm and get laid, showered and back to the hotel in less than 1/2 hour. Or else you can walk 100 yards from your hotel to Belki's Beauty Salon before breakfast and get your pudding pulled. Many other possibilities too.

The reviews at the link below are mostly good, but mixed. I have stayed there a few times and as far as I am concerned it is fine. I love the food and of course you have unlimited drinks included in the room price. A lot of Dominican families stay there and everyone has a good time. Obviously it is not 5 star Marriott style luxury, but it is a perfectly OK place to take the little missus.

If you Google the La Passion Sosua Web site, they have a menu with prices posted that you can refer to. Actually it is here. The Dominican peso is about 37 to the US dollar.

[url]http://www.lapassion-sosua.com/menu.php[/url]



[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g317146-d209586-Reviews-or10-Casa_Marina_Reef-Sosua_Dominican_Republic.html#REVIEWS[/url]

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1140174]You are in luck. Google Casa Marina resort in Sosua. You can walk out the front door, grab a motoconcho to La Passion club any time after 1 pm and get laid, showered and back to the hotel in less than 1/2 hour. Or else you can walk 100 yards from your hotel to Belki's Beauty Salon before breakfast and get your pudding pulled. Many other possibilities too.

The reviews at the link below are mostly good, but mixed. I have stayed there a few times and as far as I am concerned it is fine. I love the food and of course you have unlimited drinks included in the room price. A lot of Dominican families stay there and everyone has a good time. Obviously it is not 5 star Marriott style luxury, but it is a perfectly OK place to take the little missus.

If you Google the La Passion Sosua Web site, they have a menu with prices posted that you can refer to. Actually it is here. The Dominican peso is about 37 to the US dollar.

[url]http://www.lapassion-sosua.com/menu.php[/url]

[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g317146-d209586-Reviews-or10-Casa_Marina_Reef-Sosua_Dominican_Republic.html#REVIEWS[/url][/QUOTE]Thanks Frannie, This is exactly the kind of info I am looking for!

The only down side is that this and all Sosua all inclusive are (3*) for me that's fine but GF might not agree.

Many of the negative reviews seem to be about renovations to the hotel, that could be a plus since they should be done by now.

If anyone has info about other places (4*) with this type of proximity to a city I would appreciate.

What I really want to avoid is a very secluded hotel where there are only tourists for miles and no action to be had.

Also, what is the going rate for a girl you just pick up?

I don't want to be a cheap bastard but I also wouldn't want to be duped in paying twice the going rate.

Thank's!

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140072]I need some help.

I have never been to Dominican Republic and know just about nothing other than mongering is quite available in this country.

I will be going with GF to an all inclusive place, GF was just approved vacation and I must find & reserve something in the next few days. She wants Dominican Republic (anywhere is fine)

I know that all inclusive is far from the best way to go but I have no choice in the matter.

Does someone know an all inclusive hotel within or very close to a city?

Somewhere I can go for an afternoon walk and find a bar and some action?

I would also appreciate if I could get the norm as for pricing for services and rooms since I won't be able to bring them home.

Thanks, there is no way I have time to read through all this in time! [/QUOTE]Hey Pooh did you happen to find another site like this one that is more focused on the DR? I really want to visit.

[url]http://www.drnightsresort.com[/url]

Thanks.

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140301]Thanks Frannie, This is exactly the kind of info I am looking for!

The only down side is that this and all Sosua all inclusive are (3*) for me that's fine but GF might not agree.

Many of the negative reviews seem to be about renovations to the hotel, that could be a plus since they should be done by now.

If anyone has info about other places (4*) with this type of proximity to a city I would appreciate.

What I really want to avoid is a very secluded hotel where there are only tourists for miles and no action to be had.

Also, what is the going rate for a girl you just pick up?

I don't want to be a cheap bastard but I also wouldn't want to be duped in paying twice the going rate.

Thank's! [/QUOTE]Any of the hotels at Playa Dorada, near Puerto Plata, or the Oasis Hamaca resort in Boca Chica. Not quite as easy to walk out of hotel and get laid as at Casa Marina, but not very hard either.

You can definitely get laid for 2000 pesos if there is no salida or commission to taxi driver or motoconcho involved. You may be able to negotiate a lower price depending on your negotiating skills. Below 1000 pesos is unlikely. Actually 1000 pesos is unlikely for a DR newbie. If she asks for 3000 pesos and you say you only have 1500 pesos in your pocket and show it to her, she will almost certainly accept it.

Partly it depends on the attractiveness of the girl. It can be hard to negotiate with a hard on as the blood seems to leave the brain.

What is the price in Puerta Plata for a pack of US cigaretts (Marboro if it matters).

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1140463]Any of the hotels at Playa Dorada, near Puerto Plata, or the Oasis Hamaca resort in Boca Chica. Not quite as easy to walk out of hotel and get laid as at Casa Marina, but not very hard either.

You can definitely get laid for 2000 pesos if there is no salida or commission to taxi driver or motoconcho involved. You may be able to negotiate a lower price depending on your negotiating skills. Below 1000 pesos is unlikely. Actually 1000 pesos is unlikely for a DR newbie. If she asks for 3000 pesos and you say you only have 1500 pesos in your pocket and show it to her, she will almost certainly accept it.

Partly it depends on the attractiveness of the girl. It can be hard to negotiate with a hard on as the blood seems to leave the brain. [/QUOTE]Thanks Frannie, you came through for me again, now all is left is to find the best choice in Playa Dorada.

I forgot to ask.

I keep on reading how the US $$$ can be used directly and / or easy to exchange.

How does Canadian $$$ go over in the Dominican Republic?

At the moment Canadian currency is worth more than US. (About 1. 03$)

Would the Dominican's realize that or spit on other currency than US dollars or pesos?

Do I have to exchange Can$ to US$ and then to pesos?

I don't want to get hit twice with exchange fees.

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140669]I forgot to ask.

I keep on reading how the US $$$ can be used directly and / or easy to exchange.

How does Canadian $$$ go over in the Dominican Republic?

At the moment Canadian currency is worth more than US. (About 1. 03$)

Would the Dominican's realize that or spit on other currency than US dollars or pesos?

Do I have to exchange Can$ to US$ and then to pesos?

I don't want to get hit twice with exchange fees. [/QUOTE]The fees are negligible, but only use your card at a bank ATM. There is always a guard with a shotgun for your protection. I use Scotia Bank, they are just about everywhere here in the DR. But, just about any ATM will give you a fair exchange at your home bank

This only goes out to Americans. I have very strong feelings about this report, but it may only apply to certain areas of the DR including Punta Cana where US dollars are accepted. ONLY BRING US DOLLARS! Do not exchange your money!

Bring what you expect to spend on girls in $20s and FOR EVERYTHING ELSE, BRING ONLY SINGLES! Seriously, bring like $400 in singles. What happens is that everyone you pay, like cab drivers, bartenders etc. Will say,"We don't have change." So you hand them a $20 for a $15 cab ride and you get nothing back or they give you some pesos, which doesn't amount to $5. My girl wanted to buy some $1 trinket made in China from some kid on the beach. Again I only had a $5 and of course, they have no change. Most Dominicans on resorts probably make like $2 an hour so $5 is like $20 or more to an American. How many times have you handed a cab driver a $20 as a tip in the US? Never!

In my experience, all the cabbies see an American and jack up the prices. My girl is Dominican and she took a cab ride from our resort by herself and it was a few bucks. The same cab ride for me was $15. In fact everywhere I went it was no less than $15 even only 5 minutes away. Thats more expensive than any city in America.

My advice is to take one ride from your resort to a club and pay what they ask for example $15. The next time, let the porter at your resort call a cab. Then cut the price in half or more. Before you get in the cab say,"$5 to Club So and So?" If he says no, turn around and walk away. I guarantee he will say OK or compromise for like $8. Don't feel bad because all you are asking for is the going rate for dominicans. He spent 10 minutes driving to you, so he is not going to lose a fare completely.

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140072]Does someone know an all inclusive hotel within or very close to a city?

Somewhere I can go for an afternoon walk and find a bar and some action?

I would also appreciate if I could get the norm as for pricing for services and rooms since I won't be able to bring them home. [/QUOTE]Pooh, read my recent posts on the Punta Cana board. This is a very common legit tourist area full of AIs. I also went with my girl and only had a few opportunities for action. I found it to be very overpriced. I would stay away from Punta Cana unless you can afford to get ripped off. If you do go there, a rule of thumb is to cut whatever their asking price is in half. Sometimes they will accept, or compromise on 75% of what they were asking. Do this for girls, cab drivers, trinket salesmen etc.

[QUOTE=Maxx; 1140748]This only goes out to Americans. I have very strong feelings about this report, but it may only apply to certain areas of the DR including Punta Cana where US dollars are accepted. ONLY BRING US DOLLARS! Do not exchange your money!

Bring what you expect to spend on girls in $20s and FOR EVERYTHING ELSE, BRING ONLY SINGLES! Seriously, bring like $400 in singles. What happens is that everyone you pay, like cab drivers, bartenders etc. Will say,"We don't have change." So you hand them a $20 for a $15 cab ride and you get nothing back or they give you some pesos, which doesn't amount to $5. My girl wanted to buy some $1 trinket made in China from some kid on the beach. Again I only had a $5 and of course, they have no change. Most Dominicans on resorts probably make like $2 an hour so $5 is like $20 or more to an American. How many times have you handed a cab driver a $20 as a tip in the US? Never! [/QUOTE][QUOTE=Maxx;1140748]........but it may only apply to certain areas of the DR including Punta Cana where US dollars are accepted. ONLY BRING US DOLLARS! Do not exchange your money!........[/QUOTE]That ONLY applies to Punta Cana. Anywhere else in the DR exchange your USD into DOP. I have no idea what someone would do with $400 USD in singles traveling to Sosua, PP, or SD.

[QUOTE=The Pooh;1140641]Thanks Frannie, you came through for me again, now all is left is to find the best choice in Playa Dorada.[/QUOTE]Well, you will have to research that depending on your budget. I think there is only one resort there that has a casino, but of course you can visit it from any of the hotels.

If you want to get out of Playa Dorada and get laid as quickly and efficiently as possible with minumum fuss, I would walk out and take a taxi to Sosua to La Passion Massage, have the taxi wait and take you back again. You could be out and back in no more than 1 1/4 hours without having to rush at all. There are possibilities too in Puerto Plata, but be aware that all the taxi drivers will be getting commissions from clubs, so you pay for the taxi, plus another 500-1000 pesos secret commission that the taxi driver gets for taking you to a club which gets added on to your cost for a girl. Also at La Passion the room is included in the price. With other options you may have to waste a lot of time window shopping and run into unexpected expenses for cabana, commissions, taxis.

I'm not on commission for La Passion or anything like that, but it really is the most convenient option for a guy who has limited time to sneak out and wants to be sure of a satisfactory experience at a reasonable price and not get ripped off. Not open in the mornings, but from 1:00 pm or 1:30 pm Good luck.

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1140836]Well, you will have to research that depending on your budget. I think there is only one resort there that has a casino, but of course you can visit it from any of the hotels.

If you want to get out of Playa Dorada and get laid as quickly and efficiently as possible with minumum fuss, I would walk out and take a taxi to Sosua to La Passion Massage, have the taxi wait and take you back again. You could be out and back in no more than 1 1/4 hours without having to rush at all. There are possibilities too in Puerto Plata, but be aware that all the taxi drivers will be getting commissions from clubs, so you pay for the taxi, plus another 500-1000 pesos secret commission that the taxi driver gets for taking you to a club which gets added on to your cost for a girl. Also at La Passion the room is included in the price. With other options you may have to waste a lot of time window shopping and run into unexpected expenses for cabana, commissions, taxis.

I'm not on commission for La Passion or anything like that, but it really is the most convenient option for a guy who has limited time to sneak out and wants to be sure of a satisfactory experience at a reasonable price and not get ripped off. Not open in the mornings, but from 1:00 pm or 1:30 pm Good luck. [/QUOTE]Excellent advise Frannie with one correction, La Passion opens at 11 a. M.

[QUOTE=The Pooh; 1140669]I forgot to ask.

I keep on reading how the US $$$ can be used directly and / or easy to exchange.

How does Canadian $$$ go over in the Dominican Republic?

At the moment Canadian currency is worth more than US. (About 1. 03$)

Would the Dominican's realize that or spit on other currency than US dollars or pesos?

Do I have to exchange Can$ to US$ and then to pesos?

I don't want to get hit twice with exchange fees. [/QUOTE]Any cambio will exchange $cdn for $dop directly but they probably will give a lower exchange than for the $US even if the current $US. $CDN favors Canada. Chances are unless you are exchanging a whole lot of cash it won't matter too much. It's about 37 for US, and you want to get as close to the US rate as possible. Shop around. There are lots of Canadians on the north coast and it's hardly an obscure currency.

No direct experience but I'd be surprised if people didn't take it the same as US dollars, Euros, UK pounds. In every case the exchange rate you get trying to pay with a foreign currency directly will be significantly worse than using a decent cambio.

[QUOTE=The Pooh;1140641]Thanks Frannie, you came through for me again, now all is left is to find the best choice in Playa Dorada.[/QUOTE]There really is no cheap pay for play venue located within walking distance of Playa Dorada complex. The closest venue to Playa Dorada complex is Crystals near the Malecon in Puerto Plata. Crystals is less than a 10 minute taxi ride from Playa Dorada complex. Crystal prices I have read $100US or more.

For all inclusive hotels within walking distance to pay for play venues with onsite rooms, would be in Boca Chica or Sosua.

Sosua all inclusive hotels include Casa Marina Beach / Reef, Sosua Bay Hotel / Victorian House. Sosua by the Sea Hotel may offer a meal package. If you stay at any of the all inclusive hotels in Sosua, you can easily walk to Passions Massage or CMP and get your rocks off.

Boca Chica has about three all inclusive hotels; Be Live Hamaca, BelleVue Dominican Bay (formerly Hotetur Hotel Dominican Bay) and Don Juan Beach Resort. There are a few massage / casas in Boca Chica, where you can visit and get your rocks off. Boca Chica is fairly small, massage / casas will be within a five minute moto ride from the hotels or a 10-15 minute walk.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs;1140798]That ONLY applies to Punta Cana. Anywhere else in the DR exchange your USD into DOP. I have no idea what someone would do with $400 USD in singles traveling to Sosua, PP, or SD.[/QUOTE]Singles are for everything you might buy and everyone you might pay. For example: drinks for you and your girls, rides in a taxis, trinkets you might buy, tips you give anyone, etc. I actually thought about this prior to my trip and brought maybe $200 in five and tens, but that was not enough. I still did not receive proper change multiple times and I could just tell it was another scam.

This post was primarily directed at guys staying in AI resorts, but I guess I should have posted it in the Punta Cana thread.

By the way, has anyone seen that they now have dominican pesos made out of plastic? Its like clear cellophane film with holograms all over. I guess their counterfitting problem is serious. If anyone can hook me up with some counterfit pesos, I could squeeze another DR trip into my budget for the year!

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1140836]Well, you will have to research that depending on your budget. I think there is only one resort there that has a casino, but of course you can visit it from any of the hotels.

If you want to get out of Playa Dorada and get laid as quickly and efficiently as possible with minumum fuss, I would walk out and take a taxi to Sosua to La Passion Massage, have the taxi wait and take you back again. You could be out and back in no more than 1 1/4 hours without having to rush at all. There are possibilities too in Puerto Plata, but be aware that all the taxi drivers will be getting commissions from clubs, so you pay for the taxi, plus another 500-1000 pesos secret commission that the taxi driver gets for taking you to a club which gets added on to your cost for a girl. Also at La Passion the room is included in the price. With other options you may have to waste a lot of time window shopping and run into unexpected expenses for cabana, commissions, taxis.

I'm not on commission for La Passion or anything like that, but it really is the most convenient option for a guy who has limited time to sneak out and wants to be sure of a satisfactory experience at a reasonable price and not get ripped off. Not open in the mornings, but from 1:00 pm or 1:30 pm Good luck.[/QUOTE]Sosua is about 30 minutes from Playa Dorada complex. Round-trip would be about an hour. A private taxi would cost at least $20US (probably more) each way.

Sosua Bay Hotel / Victorian House nice all inclusive in Sosua owned by a scumbag Italian guy who probably had an American killed.

If the guy is willing to take a 30 minute taxi ride to get some tail, while staying at an all inclusive, he probably could go do that in Punta Cana / Bavaro. Many all inclusive hotels in Punta Cana / Bavaro in different price ranges and from what I saw, Bavaro Beach was much nicer than the beach at Playa Dorada.

[QUOTE=Maxx; 1140930]Singles are for everything you might buy and everyone you might pay. For example: drinks for you and your girls, rides in a taxis, trinkets you might buy, tips you give anyone, etc. I actually thought about this prior to my trip and brought maybe $200 in five and tens, but that was not enough. I still did not receive proper change multiple times and I could just tell it was another scam.

This post was primarily directed at guys staying in AI resorts, but I guess I should have posted it in the Punta Cana thread. [/QUOTE]I would imagine in Punta Cana at the AI the USD is widely accepted and you are also getting beat on the exchange rate using USD. Try going to a local colmado with USD and see what happens.

[QUOTE=Maxx;1140930].....By the way, has anyone seen that they now have dominican pesos made out of plastic? Its like clear cellophane film with holograms all over. I guess their counterfitting problem is serious. If anyone can hook me up with some counterfit pesos, I could squeeze another DR trip into my budget for the year![/QUOTE]The new 20 pesos bill has been in circulation for a little over a year now. Actually it had nothing to do with counterfitting. The 20 pesos bill gets a lot of wear and tear within the barrios and the government needed a bill that would withstand the constant abuse. Think of it, why try to counterfit a bill worth less than $1 USD?

[QUOTE=Sweeper239;1140525]What is the price in Puerta Plata for a pack of US cigaretts (Marboro if it matters).[/QUOTE]A small pack 10 cigaretts should be between 50-60pesos.

A regular pack 20 cigaretts should cost around 100 peses.

Asking for cigaretts.

The me una caja pequena (small) de marlboro por favor.

The me una caja grande (regular) de marlboro por favor.

Where I live in San Christobal you can also buy single cigaretts for 5 pesos each at all colmados.

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1140742]The fees are negligible, but only use your card at a bank ATM. There is always a guard with a shotgun for your protection. I use Scotia Bank, they are just about everywhere here in the DR. But, just about any ATM will give you a fair exchange at your home bank[/QUOTE]Good advice.

For Canadians, exept for a few small bills to get you to your hotel, get all your cash from an ATM in town. Preferably Scotiabank. Its a seemless way to get pesos without going thru the extra step of US conversion, and the bank rate is the best you will find.

Every day or so, short walk to the arm guarded ATM (during the daylight hours. Take a motoconcho at night) is also protection against losing your bundle.

And, since the Can $ is up about 25% over the last couple years, you'll be getting a lot more for your money if you pay for everything in Pesos.

An example, two years ago a 2000 peso chica cost you about $75 CAN. Now that same 2000 chica will cost you less than $60 CAN.

What a deal!

Thanks for the info. Arriving Tuesday staying until the 14th. Will provide some live on the ground reports.

[QUOTE=Berthold; 1140993]A small pack 10 cigaretts should be between 50-60pesos.

A regular pack 20 cigaretts should cost around 100 peses.

Asking for cigaretts.

The me una caja pequena (small) de marlboro por favor.

The me una caja grande (regular) de marlboro por favor.

Where I live in San Christobal you can also buy single cigaretts for 5 pesos each at all colmados. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Maxx; 1140930]Singles are for everything you might buy and everyone you might pay. For example: drinks for you and your girls, rides in a taxis, trinkets you might buy, tips you give anyone, etc. I actually thought about this prior to my trip and brought maybe $200 in five and tens, but that was not enough. I still did not receive proper change multiple times and I could just tell it was another scam.

This post was primarily directed at guys staying in AI resorts, but I guess I should have posted it in the Punta Cana thread. [/QUOTE]As for me, I deal almost exclusively in the DOP. While I do take $100 in singles when I travel, I only give those for baggage tips. When a taxi driver or another asks for $USD, I tell them--in Spanish--that I am not a tourist, I live here, and I do not have $USD. Also, I do not stay in AI resorts. That is for tourists and folks with money. I am a poor university English professor. (Stop laughing Mr. Pooter!)

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1141255]Attached is the Master Card policy information for CDW. This document can easily be obtained for any type of card by calling your Credit Card Company, NOT the issuing bank.

I still say renting a car is NOT for 95% of the guys. If you must, do whatever you can to try to protect yourself.[/QUOTE]I had to laugh when I read under: "What is Not Covered": Damage sustained on any surface other than a bound surface, such as concrete or tarmac.

[QUOTE=Oakie; 1141008]Good advice.

For Canadians, exept for a few small bills to get you to your hotel, get all your cash from an ATM in town. Preferably Scotiabank. Its a seemless way to get pesos without going thru the extra step of US conversion, and the bank rate is the best you will find.

Every day or so, short walk to the arm guarded ATM (during the daylight hours. Take a motoconcho at night) is also protection against losing your bundle.

And, since the Can $ is up about 25% over the last couple years, you'll be getting a lot more for your money if you pay for everything in Pesos.

An example, two years ago a 2000 peso chica cost you about $75 CAN. Now that same 2000 chica will cost you less than $60 CAN.

What a deal![/QUOTE]If a guy has a Scotia Bank account and uses his ATM card at Scotia Bank ATMs, then there will be no fee. I have a Chase ATM card and when I withdraw money at ATMs in DR, the fees per transaction are about $10US. Dominican banks charge $5US per transaction (some Dominican ATMs only allow you to withdraw a max of 2000 pesos per transaction) and Chase hits me for a $5US international service fee per transaction.

Some guys go with Charles Schwab ATM cards or Paypal ATM cards to save on the fees. Guys in the US could open a Bank of America account and use the Bank of America ATM card at Scotia Bank ATMs in the DR to save on fees.

Has anybody ever used XM or SIRIUS satellite radio in the DR?

I have one of the portable radios and thought if it worked I could listen to some music I understand as I drive across the island.

Hello,

I am looking for sites offering packages but as alexisclub. Com but least expensive. Because alexisclub is too expensive.

Thank you for giving sites adresses please.

[QUOTE=Azertiefou; 1145381]Hello,

I am looking for sites offering packages but as alexisclub. Com but least expensive. Because alexisclub is too expensive.

Thank you for giving sites adresses please. [/QUOTE]I have stayed at Affordable in Boca Chica twice and would recommend the place. Price wise the place is one of the least expencive. PM me if you want specifics. Carlos takes care of everything and the girls were not too bad.

[url]http://periastron-vacations.com/index.php[/url]

Hello,

I search review on the services of alexisclub, do you know where I put review on your site?

There is a members of this forum who had try this agency? (alexisclub).

I know that site is expensive but I search just a review or temignage of members of forum on your site.

Thank you answer me

I had Sirius radio and when I talked to the rep on the phone he told me the satellites do a figure 8 pattern above the USA, so no in the dr but you can try and repost if it works, but no signal. GL and Happy Mongering!

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker; 1144914]Has anybody ever used XM or SIRIUS satellite radio in the DR?

I have one of the portable radios and thought if it worked I could listen to some music I understand as I drive across the island. [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Frannie;1146514]Can't call it good, and can't call it a show either, just some guy playing with a camera in Sosua and mumbling his incoherent thoughts. However, for someone who has never been to Sosua, this video will give you a little bit of the vibe and the girls come off as likeable.[/QUOTE]No problem, just delete your post and I have asked the moderator to delete mine too.

SS

[QUOTE=Frannie;1146514]Can't call it good, and can't call it a show either, just some guy playing with a camera in Sosua and mumbling his incoherent thoughts. However, for someone who has never been to Sosua, this video will give you a little bit of the vibe and the girls come off as likeable.[/QUOTE]Sosua? Not quite sure about that one. This video sure nuff looks like it was taken in Boca Chica and not Sosua. The yellow brothel looks very much like one in Boca. Sosua to the best of my memory does not have a hill, where in Boca you need to go up the hill to most chica friendly hotels. One more thing makes me believe it is Boca is the colmado in the video is very, very much like the colmado on Duarte across from Europa Hotel.

Thanks Sunset for posting, good or bad I like looking at anything related to rep dom.

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1146548]Sosua? Not quite sure about that one. This video sure nuff looks like it was taken in Boca Chica and not Sosua. The yellow brothel looks very much like one in Boca. Sosua to the best of my memory does not have a hill, where in Boca you need to go up the hill to most chica friendly hotels. One more thing makes me believe it is Boca is the colmado in the video is very, very much like the colmado on Duarte across from Europa Hotel.

Thanks Sunset for posting, good or bad I like looking at anything related to rep dom. [/QUOTE]I guess you are right. I couldn't take more than a few minutes of it and didn't pay much attention.

[QUOTE=Bkgee; 1129922][url]Http://www.imodium.com/page.jhtml?id=imodium/include/5_0.inc[/url]

This is a $2. 00 off coupon

I used it already, the coupon works. [/QUOTE]Why is this posted here?

Give me a reason why you posted about imodium on this site?

SS

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1129502]Some pepto or Imodium A-D, and you should be good.[/QUOTE]You seem to have forgotten to tell us your intentions here!

SS

[QUOTE=Sunset Strip; 1147325]Why is this posted here?

Give me a reason why you posted about imodium on this site?

SS[/QUOTE]Imodium is an over the counter medicine that is effective against Diarrhea (the squirts, the shits). I have used imodium chew-able tablets in DR. Imodium also has a version that includes an ingredient that helps with gas (farting). Drinking lots of presidente beer in DR usually gives me the farts.

Take 20% off for flights between September 7, 2001 and October 29, 2011, use promo code FALLNY11, might only work with flights from New York. Jetblue also has a one day sale today, April 21, 2001, for vacation packages with 20% off flights.

[QUOTE=Sunset Strip;1147326]You seem to have forgotten to tell us your intentions here! SS[/QUOTE]Shit man. Chill out! It looks to me like the guy is responding to an old post without the quote where a guy had a stomach problem. I, for one, have had my share in the D. R. And take this crap with me down there. Damn. Your posts are more annoying than his!

[QUOTE=Bobsthrobbinknob;1147514]Shit man. Chill out! It looks to me like the guy is responding to an old post without the quote where a guy had a stomach problem. I, for one, have had my share in the D. R. And take this crap with me down there. Damn. Your posts are more annoying than his![/QUOTE]From the FAQ: "If there are particular members that bother you and you do not want to see their posts or receive Private Messages and Emails from them, then you can add these members to your 'Ignore List'. There are several ways to do this:

Through your User Control Panel: User CP, Settings & Options, Edit Ignore List. Then, type their name into the empty text box and click 'Okay'."

[quote=jaosousa; 1147519]from the faq: "if there are particular members that bother you and you do not want to see their posts or receive private messages and emails from them, then you can add these members to your 'ignore list'. there are several ways to do this:

through your user control panel: user cp, settings & options, edit ignore list. then, type their name into the empty text box and click 'okay'."[/quote]good points but the sosua forum is due another ayyipoopi its been a year. when someone posts personal attacks and doesn't understand how to translate their ideas respectfully just ignore them. bobbsthrobingknob and jaosousa, you are wasting your energy repling to that guy.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1147466]Imodium is an over the counter medicine that is effective against Diarrhea (the squirts, the shits). I have used imodium chew-able tablets in DR. Imodium also has a version that includes an ingredient that helps with gas (farting). Drinking lots of presidente beer in DR usually gives me the farts.[/QUOTE]Imodium is excellent in emergencies for helping you get through a particular situation without embarrassing mishaps, such as a journey, or a task or meeting you cannot postpone.

But you should never be taking more than one or two tablets, as all it does is "seal in" the crap, and the infection which caused it, inside your body, postponing recovery for that period and maybe even allowing the infection to intensify.

Imodium is not, and does not claim to be, a cure. Best thing you can do is to rest and wash out the infection by drinking gallons of pure water. If no improvement within a few hours, or other symptoms appear, see a doctor and get checked for cholera and other diseases.

Beer is the worst thing you can drink as the bacteria enjoys it even more than you do and will thrive. Purer alcohol like vodka or white rum may sterilize the bacteria but give you other problems while you are feeling low like headaches or fever, so best avoided too.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1147938]Imodium is excellent in emergencies for helping you get through a particular situation without embarrassing mishaps, such as a journey, or a task or meeting you cannot postpone.

But you should never be taking more than one or two tablets, as all it does is "seal in" the crap, and the infection which caused it, inside your body, postponing recovery for that period and maybe even allowing it to intensify.

Imodium is not, and does not claim to be, a cure. Best thing you can do is to rest and wash out the infection by drinking gallons of pure water. If no improvement within a few hours, or other symptoms appear, see a doctor and get checked for cholera and other diseases. [/QUOTE]Good advice, numerous medical doctors offices (clinics) in DR, that most foreigners would not believe are expensive, a visit to a doctor, basic exam 1000 ($27US) to 2000 ($54US) pesos.

Imodium can be useful on an airplane, also generally don't want to be sitting on the bowl when you are paying for some pro (sitting on the bowl will give a chica more time alone to potentially look through a guy's stuff).

Symptoms of Cholera include diarrhea. Do you know how they test for and treat Cholera in the DR for adults (and prices for the tests or treatments)? Thanks

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1147943]Good advice, numerous medical doctors offices (clinics) in DR, that most foreigners would not believe are expensive, a visit to a doctor, basic exam 1000 ($27US) to 2000 ($54US) pesos.

Imodium can be useful on an airplane, also generally don't want to be sitting on the bowl when you are paying for some pro (sitting on the bowl will give a chica more time alone to potentially look through a guy's stuff).

Symptoms of Cholera include diarrhea. Do you know how they test for and treat Cholera in the DR for adults (and prices for the tests or treatments)? Thanks[/QUOTE]And never got Montezuma's revenge that worries you so much. To be safe, don't eat food off the street unless the food handler has a way of handling food that is sanitary. Chances are he pissed out back someplace and has not washed his hands. Cholera is pretty much isolated in areas where there is no plumbing. Chances of getting it are close to zero unless you go grovelling in the worst of barrios. Medical care is cheap here, and if you want a drug for just about anything, you can buy it without a prescription.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1147938]Imodium is excellent in emergencies for helping you get through a particular situation without embarrassing mishaps, such as a journey, or a task or meeting you cannot postpone.

But you should never be taking more than one or two tablets, as all it does is "seal in" the crap, and the infection which caused it, inside your body, postponing recovery for that period and maybe even allowing the infection to intensify.

Imodium is not, and does not claim to be, a cure. Best thing you can do is to rest and wash out the infection by drinking gallons of pure water. If no improvement within a few hours, or other symptoms appear, see a doctor and get checked for cholera and other diseases.

Beer is the worst thing you can drink as the bacteria enjoys it even more than you do and will thrive. Purer alcohol like vodka or white rum may sterilize the bacteria but give you other problems while you are feeling low like headaches or fever, so best avoided too. [/QUOTE][url]Http://www.imodium.com/page.jhtml?id=imodium/include/5_0.inc[/url]

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1148003]And never got Montezuma's revenge that worries you so much. To be safe, don't eat food off the street unless the food handler has a way of handling food that is sanitary. Chances are he pissed out back someplace and has not washed his hands. Cholera is pretty much isolated in areas where there is no plumbing. Chances of getting it are close to zero unless you go grovelling in the worst of barrios. Medical care is cheap here, and if you want a drug for just about anything, you can buy it without a prescription.[/QUOTE]Thanks.

[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/1/27/38410/Two-local-tycoons-also-got-cholera-that-sickened-Venezuelans[/url]

"SANTO DOMINGO. – Public Health Minister Bautista Rojas confirmed Thursday that 14 people contracted cholera this weekend in the posh resort Casa de Campo, La Romana, including the business leaders Ricardo Hazoury and Manuel Enrique Peynado."

[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/3/26/39041/Dominican-health-authorities-report-seven-cholera-deaths[/url]

"Santo Domingo. – With the death of a 43-year-old woman in Pedernales. 330 kilometers west of Santo Domingo, the cholera outbreak in the Dominican Republic brings the total to seven deaths, while the number of infected people reaches 650.

Authorities plan to launch a public awareness campaign to warn people about the waterborne bacterial disease and urge strict hygiene measures to control the outbreak, officials said Friday.

Cholera is an intestinal infection caused by ingestion of contaminated food or water. It can strike swiftly, causing intense diarrhea, vomiting and nausea that leads to severe dehydration and sometimes death.

After the disease broke out in Haiti's Artibonite valley, the death toll from the cholera epidemic in the neighboring country has reached 4, 672."

[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/1/27/38403/Fest-turns-to-cholera-contagion-for-21-Venezuelans-Hoy-reports[/url]

Santo Domingo- At least 21 Venezuelans who traveled to Dominican Republic the last week contracted cholera, said Venezuela Health minister Eugenia, Sader yesterday, quoted by hoy. Com. Do.

She stressed that the disease is under control and the patients have been isolated and are being treated. 'We have suspicious cases and positive cases of cholera in the country. We want to inform the nation that it must remain calm because all the cases we have are of those who attended a family gathering in Dominican Republic."

Sader said there are at least 21 Venezuelans hospitalized with cholera symptoms, including confirmed and probable cases in clinics in Caracas and 12 infected who are still in Dominican Republic.

The official added that two people who also attended the activity, reportedly a wedding, had later flown to Madrid; one who traveled to Boston and another to Mexico."All have symptoms and are currently being attended."

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1148003]Cholera is pretty much isolated in areas where there is no plumbing. Chances of getting it are close to zero unless you go grovelling in the worst of barrios.[/QUOTE]Casa de Campo price to stay at the hotel there, ranges from about $300 to over $1000US per night. [url]http://www.casadecampo.com.do/[/url]

This house in casa de campo is for sale for 15 Million US Dollars: [url]http://www.casadecampogolfandvillas.com/property-details.php?propertyid=4&fromSearch=true[/url]

Unless you're into Blumpkins!

[url]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=blumpkin[/url]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1147943]Imodium can be useful on an airplane, also generally don't want to be sitting on the bowl when you are paying for some pro[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Victoryrecords; 1148562]Unless you're into Blumpkins!

[url]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=blumpkin[/url][/QUOTE]That is funny, LOL.

How would you ask for that in Spanish with a chica;"Quiero tu chupar mi pene, cuando yo cagando".

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1148003]Cholera is pretty much isolated in areas where there is no plumbing.[/QUOTE]April 23, 20011;"Dominican health officials report 19 new cases of cholera, the Public Health Ministry yesterday reported 19 new cases of cholera, with which the number of cases in the country increases to 758.

According to health minister Bautista Rojas, the cases confirmed this week are from the National District and Santo Domingo province, as well as from Santiago, La Romana, San Pedro de Macoris and Valverde.

Bautista also said the number of deaths due to the disease is still 10, and highlighted that in three weeks no deaths have been recorded in the Dominican Republic."

[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/4/23/39326/Dominican-health-officials-report-19-new-cases-of-cholera[/url]

From the World Health Organization: "Cholera is an acute intestinal infection caused by ingestion of food or water contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It has a short incubation period and produces an enterotoxin that causes a copious, painless, watery diarrhoea that can quickly lead to severe dehydration and death if treatment is not promptly given. Vomiting also occurs in most patients.

Most persons infected with V. Cholerae do not become ill, although the bacterium is present in their faeces for 7-14 days. When illness does occur, about 80-90% of episodes are of mild or moderate severity and are difficult to distinguish clinically from other types of acute diarrhoea. Less than 20% of ill persons develop typical cholera with signs of moderate or severe dehydration.

Cholera remains a global threat and is one of the key indicators of social development. While the disease no longer poses a threat to countries with minimum standards of hygiene, it remains a challenge to countries where access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation cannot be guaranteed. Almost every developing country faces cholera outbreaks or the threat of a cholera epidemic."

[url]http://www.who.int/topics/cholera/about/en/index.html[/url]

Hi there,

Can I buy it without any prescription at the Pharmacy in DR?

Regards,

Mark

Hi,

I am thinking of going to DR in the fall, possibly Blackbeards. My Spanish is not really passable, but I want to learn. Do any of you have any recommendation for a book about the kind of Spanish usefull for talking to chicas?

Should I post this to some other tread?

[QUOTE=Traenkman; 1152367]Hi there,

Can I buy it without any prescription at the Pharmacy in DR?

Regards,

Mark[/QUOTE]Viagra, Cialis, Lapela and others are readily available in DR, without a prescription. Antibiotics also available without a prescription. Santo Domingo airport, on the second floor has a pharmacy that sells viagra, cialis and others.

Some pharmacies in Santiago and Santo Domingo are open 24/7. Some larger pharmacies in DR, also sell soda, orange juice, chips etc.

[QUOTE=Traenkman; 1152367]Hi there,

Can I buy it without any prescription at the Pharmacy in DR?

Regards,

Mark[/QUOTE]Yes. Also generic tadalafil, the longer acting drug, known by the brand name LaPela in the DR.

The amoxicillin in the DR works great. It helps flush out parasites from the water you bathe in and any other bacteria you contract.

It only cost like 200 pesos at any pharmacia

[QUOTE=Jfregedie; 1152533]The amoxicillin in the DR works great. It helps flush out parasites from the water you bathe in and any other bacteria you contract.

It only cost like 200 pesos at any pharmacia[/QUOTE]Yes it works OK but it is very dangerous to take it indiscriminately without medical supervision as you will undermine your body's natural resistance. I must admit I have taken more in the eighteen months I have lived in the DR than in the previous 69 years. The doctors and pharmacists here hand them out like M&Ms.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter;1152616]Yes it works OK but it is very dangerous to take it indiscriminately without medical supervision as you will undermine your body's natural resistance. I must admit I have taken more in the eighteen months I have lived in the DR than in the previous 69 years. The doctors and pharmacists here hand them out like M&Ms.[/QUOTE]In the Gazcue section of Santo Domingo there is almost a pharmacy on every street, most times when I enter to buy Cialis, there is a line of people at the counters waiting for medicine.

Zithromax is a Pfizer antibiotic you can buy in DR without a prescription, I bought it for my father one time when I traveled with him to DR. It helped abate a respiratory infection, until we got back to the states. Generic version is called Azithromycin.

[QUOTE=Andy72; 1152468]Hi,

I am thinking of going to DR in the fall, possibly Blackbeards. My Spanish is not really passable, but I want to learn. Do any of you have any recommendation for a book about the kind of Spanish usefull for talking to chicas?

Should I post this to some other tread? [/QUOTE]Learn In Your Car Spanish is a set of CDs that come with booklets that is pretty good for learning Spanish. That is what I used and I am fairly fluent now. Your really need to listen and speak rather than just reading a book. You could carry the booklets with you to use as a phrasebook.

Once you get the hang of the pronunciation, a lot of Spanish is quite easy to pick vocabulary wise or understand when you see written, since many words are similar to English, for example policia, dentista, antibiotico, sexo (!). What you really need is the basic greetings, please, thank you, excuse me, how are you, etc. Plus some knowledge of basic common verbs. With the top twenty verbs you can go a long way.

For example if you know how to say "stop!", then it is only a small step to say "don't stop!" which could be really useful in the right circumstances.

Also if you learn a few pattern sentences like "please, where is the nearest bank?" (Por fabor, donde esta el banco lo mas cercano?) you can adapt such basic patterns almost infinitely, for example,"where is the nearest bathroom, pharmacy?","where is the best restaurant?","where is the prettiest chica.

Or take this sentence (from Wikipedia) :

"El uranio natural está formado por tres tipos de isótopos"

You will soon discern that this means "natural uranium is made from three types of isotopes". Now just think how you could drop this into a conversation with a chica."La boca tuyo esta equipado con tres tipos de dientes why una lengua tambien! Me gustaria mucho insertar mi guevo para conocerla mejor." To which she will probably reply with something like: "Mil pesos."

[Your first homework assignment is to figure out what this means. Spanish for homework is "la tarea".]

Another thing that you could do for practice is find passages of news in Spanish, like from a Dominican newspaper Web site, then paste it into Google translator and look to see which words mean what and try to make up your own sentences.

Remember, Spanish is not a hard language and many words are similar to English.

Buena suerte con sus estudios!

Also note you may be able to download that course or other similar courses free of charge via your public libary. Also you make be able to borrow books like Spanish for Dummies to see if you want to buy the book.

[QUOTE=Frannie;1152740]Your really need to listen and speak rather than just reading a book.[/QUOTE]Here's another learn Spanish quickly plan that I call the rule of 20's. It worked for me for my first visit.

Learn:

1. The 20 most common phases and sentence patterns, e. G. Please, thank you, excuse me, I would like, where is, how much, today, tomorrow, yesterday.

2. The 20 most common verbs, e. G be, have, stop, go, come, give, buy, pay, eat, drink, wash, bathe, fuck, suck.

3. The 20 most common adjectives, e. G. Good, bad, pretty, ugly, big, small, hot, cold, wet, dry, fast, slow.

4. The 12 most common prepositions, e. G. Up, down, to, from, on, at, for, here, there.

5. The colors, e. G white, black, brown, red, blue, white, green, blue, silver, yellow, gold, pink.

6. The numbers.

7. Learn a few stock all purpose conversational phrases. This will make you seem smarter than you really are: "Que bueno" (how nice), "En tus suenos" (in your dreams), "Que lastime" (what a shame), "se puede + verb" (May I, is it possible).,"Caramba" (wow), "con(y)o" (darn it.)

When you think about it, you probably already know or half know a lot of these, even if you don't speak Spanish.

FORGET ABOUT THE NOUNS! They will come naturally as you need them and you can always say "come se llama eso en espagnol" (What is this called in Spanish?) or you can mime any object like a pen or a knife or a razor. You do not need to waste your time learning that "tomate" is tomato or that "cerveza" is beer, or that "taxi" is taxi, or "salida" is exit or "mesa" is table.

Follow the above program and you will make out absolutely fine at Blackbeard's, I promise you, and you will be able to have plenty of chatter with the chicas.

This plan won't make you fluent in Spanish, but it will give you enough words that you can work around any situation in terms of making your basic needs known, inviting a chica to go to the casino with you, dealing with public transport or restaurants, etc.

Finally remember that "embarasada" means pregnant, not embarrassed, and you will be fine.

[QUOTE=Andy72; 1152468]Hi,

I am thinking of going to DR in the fall, possibly Blackbeards. My Spanish is not really passable, but I want to learn. Do any of you have any recommendation for a book about the kind of Spanish usefull for talking to chicas?

Should I post this to some other tread? [/QUOTE]If you can watch TV or movies with Spanish subtitles, or TV or Movies in Spanish with English subtitles.

Google has a free language translator, on the main Google page click language tools.

Cuanto cuesto=how much?

Oral sexo sin condon=oral sex without a condom.

Cuanto tiempo=how much time.

500=quienentos (keen-yen-toes)

Mil=thousand.

Cien=hundred.

Hacer=to do or to make.

Puedo=I can, puedes=can you.

Que hora=what time.

A que hora puedo encontrar ti para hacer el amor? =What time can I meet you to make love?

Si=yes.

Vamos=lets go.

Un rato=short time.

Propina=monetary tip.

Chupar=suck

Dame=give me.

Dos mil=two thousand.

Mil quienentos=1500.

200=doscientos.

Cerveza=beer (presidente is the most popular beer in DR) , dame un presidente, porfavor=give me a presidente beer, please.

Claro=yes.

Pequena=small.

Grande=big.

Refresco=soda.

Traigos in DR, I am fairly certain means drinks.

Pollo (poy-yo) =chicken.

Lejo (lay-ho) =far.

Cerca=close.

Quiero (key-air-o) =I want; quieres (key-air-es) =you want, Quieres un refresco? =Do you want a soda?

Tengo=I have; tienes=you have; tu tienes un buen tota, mami=you have a good pussy.

Tu=you.

Yo=I

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1152752]Here's another learn Spanish quickly plan that I call the rule of 20's. It worked for me for my first visit.

Learn:

1. The 20 most common phases and sentence patterns, e. G. Please, thank you, excuse me, I would like, where is, how much, today, tomorrow, yesterday.

2. The 20 most common verbs, e. G be, have, stop, go, come, give, buy, pay, eat, drink, wash, bathe, fuck, suck.

3. The 20 most common adjectives, e. G. Good, bad, pretty, ugly, big, small, hot, cold, wet, dry, fast, slow.

4. The 12 most common prepositions, e. G. Up, down, to, from, on, at, for, here, there.

5. The colors, e. G white, black, brown, red, blue, white, green, blue, silver, yellow, gold, pink.

6. The numbers.

7. Learn a few stock all purpose conversational phrases. This will make you seem smarter than you really are: "Que bueno" (how nice),"En tus suenos" (in your dreams),"Que lastime" (what a shame),"se puede + verb" (May I, is it possible),"Caramba" (wow),"con (why) o" (darn it.)

When you think about it, you probably already know or half know a lot of these, even if you don't speak Spanish.

FORGET ABOUT THE NOUNS! They will come naturally as you need them and you can always say "come se llama eso en espagnol" (What is this called in Spanish?) or you can mime any object like a pen or a knife or a razor. You do not need to waste your time learning that "tomate" is tomato or that "cerveza" is beer, or that "taxi" is taxi, or "salida" is exit or "mesa" is table.

Follow the above program and you will make out absolutely fine at Blackbeard's, I promise you, and you will be able to have plenty of chatter with the chicas.

This plan won't make you fluent in Spanish, but it will give you enough words that you can work around any situation in terms of making your basic needs known, inviting a chica to go to the casino with you, dealing with public transport or restaurants, etc.

Finally remember that "embarasada" means pregnant, not embarrassed, and you will be fine. [/QUOTE]Getting ready for my summer international mongering. Spanish is always an issue with me. Last summer was better because I did better with the language barrier, but w / o using it all winter, I am almost starting over. I will use your advice, which sounds like an excellent plan, and see what happens. Gracias!

Thanks to all that responded to my question about "chica approved Spanish". I will take your recommendations to heart, but if anyone else has something to contribute, please do.

Regards,

Andy72

Will be heading back to SDQ in June, wanted to hit Boca Chica, but found that the company that makes the kevlar vests are on backorder, prices are great used promotional code (ISG) for a 15% discount. Will be looking for a guide, that knows all the casa's (Baby Dolls, Foxy's, Casa Azul, GBP, Club MC, Pink Pony,) also I will be hanging out on the malecon, el conde. I will be staying at Hotel Palacio, if anyone else is in town hit me up first bottle of warm Baileys is on me jejjejjejejjejeje

To keep this thread on point, just about every DR chica likes Baileys. Many hotels in DR will provide ice for a guest. Tienes hielo? (hielo sounds like yellow) =Do you have ice?

[QUOTE=Abr Mainline;1153851]Will be heading back to SDQ in June, wanted to hit Boca Chica, but found that the company that makes the kevlar vests are on backorder, prices are great used promotional code (ISG) for a 15% discount. Will be looking for a guide, that knows all the casa's (Baby Dolls, Foxy's, Casa Azul, GBP, Club MC, Pink Pony,) also I will be hanging out on the malecon, el conde. I will be staying at Hotel Palacio, if anyone else is in town hit me up first bottle of warm Baileys is on me jejjejjejejjejeje[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Abr Mainline;1153851]Will be heading back to SDQ in June, wanted to hit Boca Chica, but found that the company that makes the kevlar vests are on backorder, prices are great used promotional code (ISG) for a 15% discount.[/QUOTE]What the fuck? We get a mongering discount on bullet proof vests? And I thought I mongered in some shady places...

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational;1154045]What the fuck? We get a mongering discount on bullet proof vests? And I thought I mongered in some shady places...[/QUOTE]Yes my friend we do get a (ISG) member discount, but only if you frequent Boca Chica, Because according to someone only gang fights and gang wars happen in Boca Chica no were else in the Dominican Republic do they have guns or gang fights so you will only need a Kevlar vest in Boca Chica. So when ordering a Kevlar vest tell the sales person you are headed to the bad part of Dominican Republic and they will know you are going to BC that plus you are in (ISG) member that's when the 15% comes into effect!

[QUOTE=Abr Mainline;1154095]Yes my friend we do get a (ISG) member discount, but only if you frequent Boca Chica, Because according to someone only gang fights and gang wars happen in Boca Chica no were else in the Dominican Republic do they have guns or gang fights so you will only need a Kevlar vest in Boca Chica. So when ordering a Kevlar vest tell the sales person you are headed to the bad part of Dominican Republic and they will know you are going to BC that plus you are in (ISG) member that's when the 15% comes into effect![/QUOTE]This is the General Info thread for the Dominican Republic.

I will respond to yours posts in the Boca Chica and the Santo Domingo threads.

[QUOTE=Abr Mainline;1154095]Yes my friend we do get a (ISG) member discount, but only if you frequent Boca Chica, Because according to someone only gang fights and gang wars happen in Boca Chica no were else in the Dominican Republic do they have guns or gang fights so you will only need a Kevlar vest in Boca Chica. So when ordering a Kevlar vest tell the sales person you are headed to the bad part of Dominican Republic and they will know you are going to BC that plus you are in (ISG) member that's when the 15% comes into effect![/QUOTE]There is some confusion here, when you visit a touristic beach town you buy bikinis or swimwear, not bullet proof vests. This Boca Chica gang fight is not in the touristic area and even outside the touristic area it is not a 24/7 thing. There are more dangerous places in the country than BC. In fact, for what I read everyday in multiple internet DR news pages, Sosua looks to me as a more dangerous place than BC. Instead of buying a bullet proof vest you should be buying a "Help improve the economy, buy me a beer" shirt.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1154229]There is some confusion here, when you visit a touristic beach town you buy bikinis or swimwear, not bullet proof vests. This Boca Chica gang fight is not in the touristic area and even outside the touristic area it is not a 24/7 thing. There are more dangerous places in the country than BC. In fact, for what I read everyday in multiple internet DR news pages, Sosua looks to me as a more dangerous place than BC. Instead of buying a bullet proof vest you should be buying a "Help improve the economy, buy me a beer" shirt.[/QUOTE]I have driven around to many areas in the Dominican Republic and Boca Chica is the last place I would want to spend time at. I have read posts from other ISG members who visited Boca Chica first and then moved on to Sosua and in most of those posts it was stated they preferred Sosua over Boca Chica. I never felt unsafe in Sosua.

First time trip to DR. Booked a flight on Delta headed to SDQ the challenge that I have is I will be staying at BB's WELL north of Santo Domingo. Does anyone have suggestion on transportation to get to Costambar? I know Caribe Tours is an option, but understand its like a 6 hour drive with the multiple stops?

Was wondering what other options are available if any.

Thanks in advance,

Larry

[QUOTE=Sloored; 1158524]First time trip to DR. Booked a flight on Delta headed to SDQ the challenge that I have is I will be staying at BB's WELL north of Santo Domingo. Does anyone have suggestion on transportation to get to Costambar? I know Caribe Tours is an option, but understand its like a 6 hour drive with the multiple stops?

Was wondering what other options are available if any.

Thanks in advance,

Larry[/QUOTE]Depends if you want to rent a car, take a bus or be in a car with someone else driving. Also depends what time your flight gets into SDQ (santo Domingo) airport. Rental car companies in DR allow you to rent in one location and return the car to another location.

Several ISG members have rented cars at the SDQ airport and then driven to Sosua and Puerto Plata. Taking the new high for Samana to the end and then going left (west) along the road that runs along the north shore, the trip could take about 3 hours, depending on fast you want to drive, also depending on whether you drive at night or in the day time, with no rain.

If you don't want to rent a car, A2B Transfers has shared transfers from SDQ airport into santo domingo city for about $16US. Some ISG members have had trouble reserving with A2B transfers. Taxi drivers on the main floor of the airport near the exit will ask for $40US or more, for the trip into Santo Domingo City. ISG member Boricua Online has a taxi driver that charges him $25US. Some guys go to the second floor of the airport, where passengers arrive for departing flights out of DR, and talk with a taxi driver who is dropping off passengers and sometimes they get a better rate.

Two major bus lines you can take from Santo Domingo City to Puerto Plata, Metro and Caribe Tours. Usually Caribe Tours is a little cheaper and may have more buses scheduled for the trip to puerto plata. Metro and Caribe Tours have webpages with their schedules. The Caribe Tours bus station in Santo Domingo on Ave 27 de Febrero, would be about 10 minutes closer to the airport. The Metro Bus Station is located further inside Santo Domingo, on Avenida Churchill, north of Avenida 27 de Febrero.

Bus fares, santo domingo to puerto plata should be under $10US.

The Metro and Caribe Tours bus stations in Puerto Plata City, would be about a 10 minute taxi ride to Costambar.

Travel times will increase, if you ride during rush hour or if there is a heavy rain.

Usually only a few stops between santo domingo and puerto plata. Most buses will go from Santo Domingo and stop in Santiago and then from Santiago to Puero Plata. Several ISG members have taken the bus from Santo Domingo to Puerto Plata.

Hiring a taxi to drive you to Costambar from the Santo Domingo Airport, more than likely will cost well over $100US.

[QUOTE=Sloored; 1158524]First time trip to DR. Booked a flight on Delta headed to SDQ the challenge that I have is I will be staying at BB's WELL north of Santo Domingo. Does anyone have suggestion on transportation to get to Costambar? I know Caribe Tours is an option, but understand its like a 6 hour drive with the multiple stops?

Was wondering what other options are available if any.

Thanks in advance,

Larry[/QUOTE]Larry,

The bus ride to Puerto Plata from SDQ is generally about four and a half to five hours and they only stop twice maybe three times. Then you will need a taxi into Costambar. The only other option is a taxi from SDQ to Costambar and he is only going to save you about a half hour maybe 45 minutes and it will cost you some serious coin, about 200-225 USD. You should have flown into POP airport.

[QUOTE=Sloored; 1158524]First time trip to DR. Booked a flight on Delta headed to SDQ the challenge that I have is I will be staying at BB's WELL north of Santo Domingo. Does anyone have suggestion on transportation to get to Costambar? I know Caribe Tours is an option, but understand its like a 6 hour drive with the multiple stops?

Was wondering what other options are available if any. [/QUOTE]Rent a car and drive or take Caribe Tours. You will come out cheaper renting the car I suspect because the one way taxi ride from the airport to Caribe Tours in Santo Domingo will be at least $20 alone. If you rent a car it will be like $20/day and you can go where you want when you want. On the flip side you don't know where you are going and you may not speak Spanish.

Treatment: Rehydration is the cornerstone of treatment for cholera. Oral rehydration salts and, when necessary, intravenous fluids and electrolytes, if administered in a timely manner and in adequate volumes, will reduce fatalities to well under 1. Oral rehydration salts, in the United States, these products can be purchased at stores that sell equipment for camping or other outdoor activities.

Antibiotics reduce fluid requirements and duration of illness. Antibiotics are indicated for severe cases, which can be treated with tetracycline, doxycycline, furazolidone, erythromycin, or ciprofloxacin. When possible, antimicrobial susceptibility testing should inform treatment choices.

[url]http://www.cdc.gov/cholera/treatment.html[/url]

Health Information for Travelers to Dominican Republic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

[url]http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/dominican-republic.htm[/url]

Halofantrine (marketed as Halfan) is widely used overseas to treat malaria. CDC recommends that you do NOT use halofantrine because of serious heart-related side effects, including deaths. You should avoid using antimalarial drugs that are not recommended unless you have been diagnosed with life-threatening malaria and no other options are immediately available.

For detailed information about these antimalarial drugs, see Choosing a Drug to Prevent Malaria.

Medicines you may need:

The prescription medicines you take every day.

Antimalarial drugs, if traveling to a malaria-risk area in Dominican Republic and prescribed by your doctor.

Medicine for diarrhea, usually over-the-counter.

Other items you may need:

Antibacterial hand wipes or alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.

To prevent insect / mosquito bites, bring:

Lightweight long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and a hat to wear outside, whenever possible.

Flying-insect spray to help clear rooms of mosquitoes. The product should contain a pyrethroid insecticide; these insecticides quickly kill flying insects, including mosquitoes.

Be Careful about Food and Water.

Diseases from food and water are the leading cause of illness in travelers. Follow these tips for safe eating and drinking:

Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially before eating. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand gel (with at least 60% alcohol).

Drink only bottled or boiled water, or carbonated (bubbly) drinks in cans or bottles. Avoid tap water, fountain drinks, and ice cubes. If this is not possible, learn how to make water safer to drink.

Do not eat food purchased from street vendors.

Make sure food is fully cooked.

Avoid dairy products, unless you know they have been pasteurized.

Diseases from food and water often cause vomiting and diarrhea. Make sure to bring diarrhea medicine with you so that you can treat mild cases yourself.

[QUOTE=Manizales911; 1158578]Larry,

The bus ride to Puerto Plata from SDQ is generally about four and a half to five hours and they only stop twice maybe three times. Then you will need a taxi into Costambar. The only other option is a taxi from SDQ to Costambar and he is only going to save you about a half hour maybe 45 minutes and it will cost you some serious coin, about 200-225 USD. You should have flown into POP airport. [/QUOTE]With the new highway to Samana, the entrance is between SDQ airport and Santo Domingo City (the entrance to the Samana highway is before you get to Santo Domingo city) , a driver can bypass driving through Santo Domingo, as well as bypass driving through Santiago and also bypass the twisty mountain road after Navarrete before entering Puerto Plata.

Mr Gogo, Koki and another ISG member have rented cars at the SDQ airport and have driven to Sosua taking the new Samana highway, they could say how long it took them to get from SDQ airport to Sosua. Sosua to Blackbeards maybe about an hour drive.

Rush hour traffic in Santo Domingo and Santiago can add an hour or more to a trip, if that traffic can be avoided, the trip time should be shorter.

Caribe Tours and Metro buses have to drive through Santo Domingo and Santiago and they take the twisty mountain road after Navarrete, to get to Puerto Plata.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1158714]With the new highway to Samana, the entrance is between SDQ airport and Santo Domingo City (the entrance to the Samana highway is before you get to Santo Domingo city) , a driver can bypass driving through Santo Domingo, as well as bypass driving through Santiago and also bypass the twisty mountain road after Navarrete before entering Puerto Plata.

Mr Gogo, Koki and another ISG member have rented cars at the SDQ airport and have driven to Sosua taking the new Samana highway, they could say how long it took them to get from SDQ airport to Sosua. Sosua to Blackbeards maybe about an hour drive.

Rush hour traffic in Santo Domingo and Santiago can add an hour or more to a trip, if that traffic can be avoided, the trip time should be shorter.

Caribe Tours and Metro buses have to drive through Santo Domingo and Santiago and they take the twisty mountain road after Navarrete, to get to Puerto Plata. [/QUOTE]My last trip I drove from Boca Chica to PP going through Santo Domingo and etc. Took almost five hours two of which was trafic in SD and Santiago. On the return trip I took the Samana highway which took about four hours. I drove from Sosua to BC in 3. 5 hours one time driving early in the morning doing most of the drive along the beach before noon. For better scenery and relaxing drive I suggest the Samana highhway.

Coming form the airport there is only one exit to the Samana highway and like most exits in the DR the sign is right at the exit and could be missed if you are not watching for it. The exit is just past the toll booths maybe less than a mile. You then drive on the frontage road for about a mile before the highway exit.

I missed the exit and that is why I made the trip via SD and Santiago. I must admit the GPS helped me get through SD without any problems.

Guys, thanks for all the feedback and information. The plane is scheduled to arrive at 1pm so I am thinking a 1 way rental is the way to go. I speak little Spanish so If anything it will be an adventurous way to the start of my trip.

Thanks

[QUOTE=Sloored; 1159236]Guys, thanks for all the feedback and information. The plane is scheduled to arrive at 1pm so I am thinking a 1 way rental is the way to go. I speak little Spanish so If anything it will be an adventurous way to the start of my trip.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Try not to miss the exit for the Samana Highway, as Bogiemaker said it is soon after the toll plaza. There is no toll to pay when heading into santo domingo, there are round metal semi circular things in the road right before that toll plaza when heading toward santo domingo, you will need to slow down somewhat. As soon as you drive through the toll plaza, get into your right lane and probably get off of the next exit to put you onto the service road going west, the entrance for the samana highway is off the service road, there are not a lot of exits on Las Americas highway when heading into Santo Domingo.

On the Samana highway there are various tolls so you will need Dominican pesos.

When you get the rental car, make sure the rental guy marks down any preexisting damage to the car. Lots of credit card fraud in DR, you will probably use a credit card to rent the car, check your credit card statement as soon as possible after using your credit card in DR, for any fraud charges.

The new Highway to Samana is mostly flat and straight and mostly goes through farmland and some palm tree groves, one section goes through a cut out in a mountain, during the daytime with sun, it is a very easy road to drive on, it doesn't really go through any towns, so you don't have to worry about motorcycles or pedestrians. Driving at night in DR, be careful of motorcycles with no lights and occasionally farm animals stand in the roads, like horses.

Once you get off the the samana highway and drive along the north shore, you will drive through towns that have more pedestrians and more local traffic.

Driving in Puerto Plata, be careful of the many motorcycles and scooters, that drive around there.

As soon as you leave the rental car parking lot at SDQ airport you will see a texaco gas station, you can stop there for soda, water or beer for your ride to Costambar, there is also a small fast food fried chicken place in that Texaco gas station. If you have large denomination Dominican paper money, try to use one in the texaco, so you will have smaller denomination bills for the tolls.

Burn some compact discs of music you like, all rental cars in DR that I used have had CD players.

It is always a learning experience using a car you have never driven before, one rental car I used had an alarm, the alarm went off one time and I didn't know how to shut it off. For the Nissan Tilda to open the trunk there is a small flat button above the license plate. Chevy Aveo I would recommend not renting.

If some how you miss the exit for the Samana Highway and you find yourself in santo domingo city, you will need to find Avenida Kennedy. Avenida Kennedy runs east-west and runs parallel with another major street Avenida 27 de Febrero. Avenida Kennedy is north of Avenida 27 de Febrero. Avenida Kennedy eventually becomes Autopista Duarte and it will eventually become the highway that goes toward Santiago and Puerto Plata, easy highway to drive on.

If you have a Garmin GPS you can buy maps for the Dom Rep. For some Nokia cell phones you can download free maps of the Dom Rep from Nokia.

One thing I often would like to have in the rental car are windex wipes, to clean the windshield and wiper blades. Air can be dusty in parts of the DR and the glass in the car will get dirty, easier to drive a car with clean glass, especially at night.

Any loose change you may receive, leave in the car, usually some kids at a red traffic light will come and clean your windshield, whether you want them to or not. You can give them a 5 peso coin.

[QUOTE=Sloored; 1159236]Guys, thanks for all the feedback and information. The plane is scheduled to arrive at 1pm so I am thinking a 1 way rental is the way to go. I speak little Spanish so If anything it will be an adventurous way to the start of my trip.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Usually best to rent with the big name rental companies. I have rented with Alamo over 20 times in DR and not had any major problems with them.

I make the car reservations online at least 24 hours before pickup time at the Alamo webpage. Alamo is open 24/7 at the santo domingo airport and has a rental counter at the puerto plata airport. I believe Alamo has at least one other office for Puerto Plata, maybe in Ocean World, which is closer to costambar than the puerto plata airport.

I use a coupon code from Bjs wharehouse store travel site to save about $50US on the rental; [url]http://travel.bjs.com/promotion/bjs/carrental/default.asp[/url]

On the webpage for Alamo I choose the third party liability insurance (in case someone gets injured by the car) and which might keep you from being detained in a Dominican jail after an accident involving personal injuries. Third Party Liability insurance at the alamo site is about $8US per day. I usually also choose the glass / tire insurance for about $3US per day. My Mastercard credit card provides coverage for collision / loss so I do not take that insurance from alamo which costs about $20US per day. To get that coverage I have to pay for the rental with my credit card.

Chevrolet Spark (made in China or Korea) is the smallest and least expensive car at alamo, manual transmission is a little cheaper than the automatic transmission car. Spark is very small, but not a bad little car. Chevrolet Aveo is the next car in their lineup, the Aveo I have had numerous problems with, when I rented it. After the Aveo is the Nissan Tilda, which is similar the nissan versa in the states, the tilda has a trunk and is not a hatchback. Nissan Tilda is a good car. After the tilda is the nissan sentra. Alamo also rents the Nissan Murano, but it is not cheap and some credit companies will not cover the loss of a vehicle valued at over 50 thousand dollars.

I always print out the reservation with the price from the Alamo webpage and bring it with me to show the workers at the rental counter so they know exactly what I am supposed to pay.

Some cars in DR use propane and there are propane stations that look like gas stations in the DR. The propane pumps look much different than the gasoline pumps.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1158714]With the new highway to Samana, the entrance is between SDQ airport and Santo Domingo City (the entrance to the Samana highway is before you get to Santo Domingo city) , a driver can bypass driving through Santo Domingo, as well as bypass driving through Santiago and also bypass the twisty mountain road after Navarrete before entering Puerto Plata.

Mr Gogo, Koki and another ISG member have rented cars at the SDQ airport and have driven to Sosua taking the new Samana highway, they could say how long it took them to get from SDQ airport to Sosua. Sosua to Blackbeards maybe about an hour drive.

Rush hour traffic in Santo Domingo and Santiago can add an hour or more to a trip, if that traffic can be avoided, the trip time should be shorter.

Caribe Tours and Metro buses have to drive through Santo Domingo and Santiago and they take the twisty mountain road after Navarrete, to get to Puerto Plata. [/QUOTE][QUOTE=Jaosousa;1159319]Some cars in DR use propane and there are propane stations that look like gas stations in the DR. The propane pumps look much different than the gasoline pumps.[/QUOTE]First time I stopped at the gas station and it was propane. The girl I was with thought it was funny. Never happened again I now realize signs for gas are not what you need.

I normally rent from Budget and take four pictures of the car while checking for damage just in case. The lady at Budget said she also has the Budget rental in POP.

I normally fly Delta and arrive at around 1:00 so I stay one night at Boca Chica and make a leisurely the next day. Some nice women in BC so not really a waste of time.

[QUOTE=Bogiemaker; 1159708]First time I stopped at the gas station and it was propane. The girl I was with thought it was funny. Never happened again I now realize signs for gas are not what you need.

I normally rent from Budget and take four pictures of the car while checking for damage just in case. The lady at Budget said she also has the Budget rental in POP.

I normally fly Delta and arrive at around 1:00 so I stay one night at Boca Chica and make a leisurely the next day. Some nice women in BC so not really a waste of time.[/QUOTE]I did the same thing one time in la romana, I pulled into the propane station, got out of the car and looked at the the pumps and they are much different than gasoline pumps. Then I saw guys with tanks in the trunks of their cars filling up with propane.

One ISG member picked up some chica on the side of the road and she got a free ride to samana, the ISG member rode that chica in some cabana or hotel. Chicas wait on the side of some roads waiting for gua guas, a few have tried to waive me down, while I drove by them.

[QUOTE=Vielendank; 1160562]From those in the know, what would be your Top 3 hotels to stay at considering the following criteria:

1. Close to Jaragua.

Thanks guys[/QUOTE]I'll respond in the Santo Domingo thread.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1158714]With the new highway to Samana, the entrance is between SDQ airport and Santo Domingo City (the entrance to the Samana highway is before you get to Santo Domingo city) , a driver can bypass driving through Santo Domingo, as well as bypass driving through Santiago and also bypass the twisty mountain road after Navarrete before entering Puerto Plata.

Mr Gogo, Koki and another ISG member have rented cars at the SDQ airport and have driven to Sosua taking the new Samana highway, they could say how long it took them to get from SDQ airport to Sosua. Sosua to Blackbeards maybe about an hour drive.

Rush hour traffic in Santo Domingo and Santiago can add an hour or more to a trip, if that traffic can be avoided, the trip time should be shorter.

Caribe Tours and Metro buses have to drive through Santo Domingo and Santiago and they take the twisty mountain road after Navarrete, to get to Puerto Plata. [/QUOTE]I travel on the new highway from the SD airport to Nagua a town on the north coast to see a ladyfriend in 2 hours. So Sosua can't be too much longer.

[QUOTE=Enricos;1160644]I travel on the new highway from the SD airport to Nagua a town on the north coast to see a ladyfriend in 2 hours. So Sosua can't be too much longer.[/QUOTE]Not less than ninety minutes from Nagua to Sosua plus another fifty to Blackbeards from Sosua.

Aeropostale t-shirts seem to be popular amongst some Dominican chicas. Prices for Aeropostale t shirts in DR, I have been told are $20US and up. Aeropostale webpage has a sale, with up to 75% off, t-shirts for women starting around $6US. Could be a good gift to give a chica, plus t-shirts don't take up much space in luggage and don't weigh much. [url]http://www.aeropostale.com[/url]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1163228]Aeropostale t-shirts seem to be popular amongst some Dominican chicas. Prices for Aeropostale t shirts in DR, I have been told are $20US and up. Aeropostale webpage has a sale, with up to 75% off, t-shirts for women starting around $6US. Could be a good gift to give a chica, plus t-shirts don't take up much space in luggage and don't weigh much.

[url]http://www.aeropostale.com[/url][/QUOTE]Yes, but they are often on sale down here for 250 to 400 pesos in Tienda Jiménez or la Sirena.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter;1163266]Yes, but they are often on sale down here for 250 to 400 pesos in Tienda Jiménez or la Sirena.[/QUOTE]You can get Lacoste Polos in Boca Chica for $15. Boca Chica Lacoste polos are fake, I suppose the 250 to 400 pesos Aeropostale shirts are fake too, thats why girls value foreign gifts, they believe they are always receiving original merchandise.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1163430]You can get Lacoste Polos in Boca Chica for $15. Boca Chica Lacoste polos are fake, I suppose the 250 to 400 pesos Aeropostale shirts are fake too, thats why girls value foreign gifts, they believe they are always receiving original merchandise.[/QUOTE]They are knock offs. The alligators are really crocks, LOL

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1163430]You can get Lacoste Polos in Boca Chica for $15. Boca Chica Lacoste polos are fake, I suppose the 250 to 400 pesos Aeropostale shirts are fake too, thats why girls value foreign gifts, they believe they are always receiving original merchandise.[/QUOTE]When I asked one chica the price of Aeropostale t-shirts in DR, she told me authentic Aeropostale t-shirts cost about 900 pesos ($24US). Big chain stores like La Sirena I would guess sell authentic stuff. I am not sure if they charge a tax on clothing purchases in DR.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1163430]You can get Lacoste Polos in Boca Chica for $15. Boca Chica Lacoste polos are fake, I suppose the 250 to 400 pesos Aeropostale shirts are fake too, thats why girls value foreign gifts, they believe they are always receiving original merchandise.[/QUOTE]Aeropostale has a sale on some bikini tops and bottoms. I will follow your lead and buy a small $6 dollar bikini top and give it to a busty chica in DR, of course she will want to model it for me and photos, LOL.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1163713]Aeropostale has a sale on some bikini tops and bottoms. I will follow your lead and buy a small $6 dollar bikini top and give it to a busty chica in DR, of course she will want to model it for me and photos, LOL.[/QUOTE]How much for the pics? LOL. I have my camera ready, this time I am not the leave the battery home.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1163713]Aeropostale has a sale on some bikini tops and bottoms. I will follow your lead and buy a small $6 dollar bikini top and give it to a busty chica in DR, of course she will want to model it for me and photos, LOL.[/QUOTE]Intimates 21 has low prices on bikinis and lingerie.

[url]http://www.intimates21.com/[/url]

-Helpmann :)

[QUOTE=Helpmann; 1163839]Intimates 21 has low prices on bikinis and lingerie.

[url]http://www.intimates21.com/[/url]

Helpmann[/QUOTE]Thanks, nice prices on that site. Always good to have some "carrots", LOL.

I'm sure this has been asked before. Do I bring my cell phone with me and buy a chip or rent / buy a cheap phone in DR? Can I do either at the airport or where?

[QUOTE=Enricos;1164703]I'm sure this has been asked before. Do I bring my cell phone with me and buy a chip or rent / buy a cheap phone in DR? Can I do either at the airport or where?[/QUOTE]From what I understand, most GSM cell phones use sim cards (chips) , ATT here in the states uses GSM. Verizon cell phones use CDMA and oftentimes Verizon cell phones do not use sim cards. From what people in DR have told me, it is best to use GSM cell phones in DR, that use sim cards.

Some US cell phone carriers block their cell phones from being used on other networks. I have had ATT and verizon cell phones unlocked in the DR to use with Claro.

Claro and Orange are the two big cell phone companies in the DR. Claro sells cheapy cell phones with minutes included for around 500 pesos, sometimes less. One time I bought a ZTE brand cell phone from Claro with minutes for about 480 pesos. That cell phone was terrible, small dark screen and was not user friendly.

I bought a Nokia unlocked cell phone in the States, that I can use with an ATT sim card here in the states and when I go to DR I put in a Claro sim card and the phone also works in DR.

Amazon and Newegg sell unlocked cell phones. The Nokia I bought, has a keyboard, so sending text messages to chicas in DR is easy.

If you just want a basic cell to chat with chicas in DR, then a cheapy 500 peso cell phone from Claro would suffice. If you want a more user friendly cell phone, then maybe buy an unlocked cell here in the States and when you are in DR, you can visit Claro or Orange and buy a sim card with minutes included for under 500 pesos ($13US).

Claro has a store on the second floor of the airport in Santo Domingo, I bought a sim card there.

If you have an older cell phone laying around collecting dust, you could bring that cell phone to DR and try and have it unlocked in DR. Some cell phones, guys in DR have trouble unlocking. Unlocking a cell phone in DR costs $10US and up and could take an hour to accomplish.

From Dealnews: "Orbitz takes up 30% off select hotel stays during its 10th Anniversary Sale. Plus, qualifying 2-night stays receive a $25 Restaurant. Com Credit and a $200 Orbitz Credit for free. (Eligible hotel listings will feature an anniversary sale icon.) That's the best percent-off discount we've seen for hotels from Orbitz since February, and it's the first sale to also include freebie credits this year. Both credits will be emailed within three to five days of purchase. The $200 voucher will be good for a future roundtrip flight and hotel booking of five or more nights, and must be used by September 30. Deal ends June 15."

[url]http://www.orbitz.com/App/PerformMDLPDealsContent?deal_id=promotions&cnt=PRO&type=qs_dl&siteID=NKa3hZyYoHA-WUssr4wvbLwJG6AKsnrMkw[/url]

I checked for several hotels in Santo Domingo and the sale (promotion) applies to some Santo Domingo Hotels, probably other hotels in DR will also be included. $200 off a future flight + hotel booking of 5 nights or more, is not bad.

Has anyone used a singles website before going down to the DR to line up woman? Isn't there a cupid something? Is there any success stories out there or any problem stories.

Thanks

Doker

[QUOTE=Doker44;1166587]Has anyone used a singles website before going down to the DR to line up woman? Isn't there a cupid something? Is there any success stories out there or any problem stories.[/QUOTE][b][url=http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?2229-Santo-Domingo&p=1002847&highlight=Badoo#post1002847]How to Meet Dominicanas Online and Effectively Screen Them for Sex[/url][/b]

-Helpmann :)

I have read through a lot of the DR threads but am still a little unclear as this is all rather new to me. Can I have a perfectly successful mongering experience with only US dollars in the DR (specifically in Punta Cana)? Or am I better off with pesos? Or a mix? If someone could also please explain why that would be great.

Thanks!

[QUOTE=BrickwallBlues; 1166987]I have read through a lot of the DR threads but am still a little unclear as this is all rather new to me. Can I have a perfectly successful mongering experience with only US dollars in the DR (specifically in Punta Cana)? Or am I better off with pesos? Or a mix? If someone could also please explain why that would be great.

Thanks! [/QUOTE]If you are staying in an all-inclusive hotel and spending most of your time there, then I imagine you can pay for everything in US dollars (someone please confirm this). You will probably not get a good exchange rate but as you will be paying through the nose for everything anyway that hardly makes much difference.

If you are spending most of your time and money in the "real" DR (outside of the AI gulag) then you should change your money into pesos. The reason is that most Dominicans are incapable of doing the simplest math in their head, and also cannot be expected to keep up with the fluctuating exchange rates of all the currencies used by Punta Cana visitors (US$, Can$, UK£, euro). To ensure they don't lose out they will therefore "round up" bigtime.

The example I always quote, as I have heard it in real life many times, is:

Monger to Puta: How much for ST?

Puta: $50 dollars (around 1900 pesos)

Monger: I don't have dollars. How about 1500 pesos?

Puta: OK, let's go.

The point being she had 1500 in her own mind all the time. Being double what she gets from her local customers she is more than happy.

Same principle applies to all transactions, not just buying sex.

I cannot understand what your objection to converting to pesos would be anyway.

[QUOTE=BrickwallBlues;1166987]I have read through a lot of the DR threads but am still a little unclear as this is all rather new to me. Can I have a perfectly successful mongering experience with only US dollars in the DR (specifically in Punta Cana)? Or am I better off with pesos? Or a mix? If someone could also please explain why that would be great.[/QUOTE]When in another country, it is generally better to use the local currency. This is especially so in the DR where the exchange is approximately 38 to 1. You will lose greatly on the exchange if you pay in dollars.

DOMINICANTODAY. COM JUNE 15, 2011.

After years of controversy and the expected opposition of the Catholic Church, the Chamber of Deputies is set to debate legislation to create red light districts in the Dominican Republic, aimed at halting rising prostitution practiced near the country's historical monuments.

The initiative by deputy (opposition PRD- San José de Ocoa) Esther Minyetti stipulates controls in streets with a historical and cultural character, where women offer sexual services daily.

The bill to create the 'red zones' would also require that sexual workers carry a card issued by the Public Health Ministry, where it specifies the prostitute's state of health.

It also commits the government agencies to set policies which lead to the sexual workers' social reintegration and into the labor force.

The proposed legislation would make the Government responsible for building houses or designate appropriate places to lodge female prostitutes and guarantee their personal security and health.

It notes that sexual workers ply their services next work centers, streets and avenues, where they don't set a good example for society.

If voted into Law, Minyetti's legislation would fine the sexual workers who don't adhere to its norms, an amount of not more than two minimum wages.

What bus companies can I get a round trip from Sosua to Santo Domingo? How long is the trip and how much would it cost?

Thanks

[QUOTE=Amb832;1168053]What bus companies can I get a round trip from Sosua to Santo Domingo? How long is the trip and how much would it cost?[/QUOTE]Caribe Tours (terminus in Las Charamicos, Sosúa) and Metro (terminus in El Batéwhy, Sosua). Little to choose between them for comfort (both good) and price. Departure times and location of terminuses at both ends might decide the choice for you.

What do you mean by a round trip? Same day return is out of the question, it's a five hour trip one way. If you mean a discount for booking a return, I don't think they do that (but I stand to be corrected), and you might want to leave your return flexible anyway (unless you are booking on a national holiday when buses can fill up quickly).

Price: I am guessing 500 pesos one way. I am sure someone will chip in with more accurate info but it is certainly very cheap.

To threadjack, I always feel these two bus companies are among the very few First World standard entities in the DR although they operate at Third World prices. Anybody got any other suggestions?

What is not First World standard is the dumbass auto-correct feature on this board. Is there any way I can turn it off when posting?

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter; 1168068]Caribe Tours (terminus in Las Charamicos, Sosúa) and Metro (terminus in El Batéwhy, Sosua). Little to choose between them for comfort (both good) and price. Departure times and location of terminuses at both ends might decide the choice for you.

What do you mean by a round trip? Same day return is out of the question, it's a five hour trip one way. If you mean a discount for booking a return, I don't think they do that (but I stand to be corrected) , and you might want to leave your return flexible anyway (unless you are booking on a national holiday when buses can fill up quickly).

Price: I am guessing 500 pesos one way. I am sure someone will chip in with more accurate info but it is certainly very cheap.

To threadjack, I always feel these two bus companies are among the very few First World standard entities in the DR although they operate at Third World prices. Anybody got any other suggestions?

What is not First World standard is the dumbass auto-correct feature on this board. Is there any way I can turn it off when posting? [/QUOTE]Last time I made that trip I paid 270 pesos been renting cars for the last two year's but I know it's not 500 pesos 15 bucks is way to much either way it's very cheap. Charles your on point.

Drviver for sosua / Puerto Plata, also Airport pick up.

[QUOTE=Bkgee;1170033]Drviver for sosua / Puerto Plata, also Airport pick up.[/QUOTE]Jose is the former manager at Blackbeards, a cool guy. Yesterday e-mailed me a portfolio of over 40 girls that he said he can hook me up with, many of which I already knew but he had a few lookers I didn't know that I might test drive the next time I am in Sosua.

Took the road from Santo Domingo to Sosua 3. 5 hrs from SDQ Airport to downtown Sosua. Very easy ride with light traffic. Make sure to buy gas before you get on highway near airport, there are No GAS STATIONS (75 miles) before you get to Nagua.

Hi people, I'm sure this question has been answered somewhere in this site I just can't find recent info.

I've been to Cuba and from what I'm reading it has changed immensly from how it used to be, crackdown on chicas police etc (though I loved every minute of it and would definitly go again). I don't really go for high class pros. For example in Habana I hung out with normal girls (I assumeD they were) who took me out and we partied hard no favours passed between us.

What would you say is the main difference are:

Is DR more expensive but you have more choice in terms of chicas?

From some threads there are issues with weapons, do a lot of people carry guns and is crime in some areas rife?

One thing that seems to be a large difference is that in Cuba there are numerous casa particular does DR have anything similar to this in terms of alternative accomodation to hotels and I don't mean the cabanas.

When in Cuba I didn't witness any crime though it exists everywhere I know, what areas are no go areas in DR? I saw a short video where 2 guys filmed a murder can't remember where though.

Which of these areas would be described as the best places in terms of the quality of the chicas:. Sosua, Puerto Plata, Santa Domingo or Boca Chica?

The chances of a regular guy getting some action with a non pro girl is it difficult with basic spanish language skills?

I'd be grateful for any replies.

Thanks

I just tried to book two rooms at the New Garden for the week of July 11th. 15th and several of the days (weekdays in JULY) they were sold out. Yeah, Sosua is dying allright as I'm sure it's the locals that booked all those rooms.

[QUOTE=Kayne007;1171160]The chances of a regular guy getting some action with a non pro girl is it difficult with basic spanish language skills?[/QUOTE]I cannot compare Cuba with the DR as I have never been to the former, but can address this question. I speak basic Spanish. I have spoken it since high school, but primarily use the present indicative, imperfect, regular preterit, conditional, and future tenses. They are all far easier than English. If you have at least a week to kill and can hold real conversations in basic Spanish, then you can meet and date a non-pro. You can certainly do so in Santo Domingo. The girls that I met spoke NO English, and I mean NO English. We visited historical sites, went to the mall, and things like that. It did not cost any real money. For example, the mall date was less than USD $10 total, and that included the cab home as the buses stopped running. Forget about Sosua, as I have yet to meet a true non-pro there. You will need game, and the ability to explain why you are in DR. I was "interviewing for a teaching job."

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1171225]I just tried to book two rooms at the New Garden for the week of July 11th. 15th and several of the days (weekdays in JULY) they were sold out. Yeah, Sosua is dying allright as I'm sure it's the locals that booked all those rooms.[/QUOTE]It just might have someting to do with kids and families and mongerers are out of school or on vacation, lets see what happens in Sept.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1170156]Jose is the former manager at Blackbeards, a cool guy. Yesterday e-mailed me a portfolio of over 40 girls that he said he can hook me up with, many of which I already knew but he had a few lookers I didn't know that I might test drive the next time I am in Sosua.[/QUOTE]I spent some time with Jose and he is a friend and yes a cool guy. I hung out at his apartment several nights with girls and walked around places I would of been scared shitless without him. It was a really cool cultural experience and he has a ton of woman on his phone. PM me for details. By the way I cant tell you how much hell I gave him constantly for that picture of himself!

[QUOTE=Professor 1;1171357]Forget about Sosua, as I have yet to meet a true non-pro there. You will need game, and the ability to explain why you are in DR. I was "interviewing for a teaching job."[/QUOTE]Dare I ask what subject you were supposed to be teaching.

[QUOTE=Manizales911;1170156]Jose is the former manager at Blackbeards, a cool guy. Yesterday e-mailed me a portfolio of over 40 girls that he said he can hook me up with, many of which I already knew but he had a few lookers I didn't know that I might test drive the next time I am in Sosua.[/QUOTE]I also know Jose and he is a good guy, with great connections.

[QUOTE=Professor 1;1171357]I cannot compare Cuba with the DR as I have never been to the former, but can address this question. I speak basic Spanish. I have spoken it since high school, but primarily use the present indicative, imperfect, regular preterit, conditional, and future tenses. They are all far easier than English. If you have at least a week to kill and can hold real conversations in basic Spanish, then you can meet and date a non-pro. You can certainly do so in Santo Domingo. The girls that I met spoke NO English, and I mean NO English. We visited historical sites, went to the mall, and things like that. It did not cost any real money. For example, the mall date was less than USD $10 total, and that included the cab home as the buses stopped running. Forget about Sosua, as I have yet to meet a true non-pro there. You will need game, and the ability to explain why you are in DR. I was "interviewing for a teaching job."[/QUOTE]"

Thanks for the info so sosua is a no no for non pros for a non fluent Spanish speaker, but it has a nice beach? Yur expereicnce is what I'm looking for with non pros, just normal girls.

I would prefer to go for the non pros though La passions Santa Domingo is somewhere that I have to visit at least once. Have you been there or know about it

[QUOTE=Kayne007; 1171498]"

Thanks for the info so sosua is a no no for non pros for a non fluent Spanish speaker, but it has a nice beach? Yur expereicnce is what I'm looking for with non pros, just normal girls.

I would prefer to go for the non pros though La passions Santa Domingo is somewhere that I have to visit at least once. Have you been there or know about it[/QUOTE]No, I have not visited La Passions. I really was scouting for a potential teaching job during my last trip while on break. I dropped my vita at two universities, and scored a walk-in interview with a department head at another. I have this handle for a reason. LOL I have found teaching jobs in other Latin countries. I spent most of my time with a local that I met at her job after my interview. It was cheaper doing the ordinary date thing with her doing the week, although I only got her once on my last night. Met the family, and tutored her dependent in mathematics before dinner. The grandmother asked if I was a teacher. LOL

[quote=professor 1;1171696]no, i have not visited la passions. i really was scouting for a potential teaching job during my last trip while on break. i dropped my vita at two universities, and scored a walk-in interview with a department head at another. i have this handle for a reason. lol i have found teaching jobs in other latin countries. i spent most of my time with a local that i met at her job after my interview. it was cheaper doing the ordinary date thing with her doing the week, although i only got her once on my last night. met the family, and tutored her dependent in mathematics before dinner. the grandmother asked if i was a teacher. lol[/quote]thats great, thats what i'm striving for, to learn the language so at least i can converse better with the non pros, meaning they will see you a little different to just tourista (sp) looking for p4p! i downloaded pimsleurs spanish guide which i used when i went to cuba, but i ended up using an app on my phone when i really couldn't understand what was being said or when i was trying to say something i. e. a chica lied to me about her age not **** or anything just older than what she originally told me. which resulted in me finding the word and telling her even though she was good in the sack that she was "malo"

[quote=kayne007;1171916]i ended up using an app on my phone when i really couldn't understand what was being said or when i was trying to say something i. e. a chica lied to me about her age not **** or anything just older than what she originally told me. which resulted in me finding the word and telling her even though she was good in the sack that she was "malo"[/quote]i have tested such an app on my smartphone. you still need a basic command of the language, as well as some cultural understanding. the translations may be technically correct, but may be culturally bad usage. when in doubt, i use formal, textbook spanish. it works in most cases, and the girl will give you the local terms with a laugh.

[QUOTE=Professor 1;1171994]I have tested such an app on my smartphone. You still need a basic command of the language, as well as some cultural understanding. The translations may be technically correct, but may be culturally bad usage. When in doubt, I use formal, textbook Spanish. It works in most cases, and the girl will give you the local terms with a laugh.[/QUOTE]Yes thats true the APPs arent that accurate but helped me immensly, can you recommend a good program other than Pimsleur that I could use to improve my Spanish?

[QUOTE=Kayne007;1172113]Yes thats true the APPs arent that accurate but helped me immensly, can you recommend a good program other than Pimsleur that I could use to improve my Spanish?[/QUOTE]I regret that I cannot. Prior to each trip, I review my Spanish phrase book for a refresher on conjugating a few verb tenses. Spanish for Dummies is good as a refresher. When I am on the ground, it comes to me. If I need a word or two, I use the smartphone app. I learned Spanish by total immersion in high school and university. We could not use English at all.

[QUOTE=Professor 1;1172190]I regret that I cannot. Prior to each trip, I review my Spanish phrase book for a refresher on conjugating a few verb tenses. Spanish for Dummies is good as a refresher. When I am on the ground, it comes to me. If I need a word or two, I use the smartphone app. I learned Spanish by total immersion in high school and university. We could not use English at all.[/QUOTE]Here you only need 2 words.

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpYuZUf_9ko&feature=related[/url]

[QUOTE=Jaosousa;1172727]I had not used my Claro DR sim card in over 4 months, no problem, I just had to add minutes, which the chica at the claro shop in the airport did for me and I had the same cell number, no problems.[/QUOTE]There is no reason to lose your number. You can use [url]https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/[/url] To add time to your cell in various countries so you will not have to worry about getting a new SIM and a new number when you return. I'm not sure what the cutoff is but if we use Jao's 4 month hiatus as a reference you can put $5 on your phone every 4 months to save your number.

For Claro: Min. Amount: 5 USD Max. Amount: 30 USD Fee: 0 USD

For Orange: Only fixed amounts allowed: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 USD Fee: 0 USD

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational; 1172971]There is no reason to lose your number. You can use.

[url]https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/[/url]

To add time to your cell in various countries so you will not have to worry about getting a new SIM and a new number when you return. I'm not sure what the cutoff is but if we use Jao's 4 month hiatus as a reference you can put $5 on your phone every 4 months to save your number.

For Claro: Min. Amount: 5 USD Max. Amount: 30 USD Fee: 0 USD

For Orange: Only fixed amounts allowed: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 USD Fee: 0 USD[/QUOTE]I use ezetop. Com to add minutes to my cell online, seems easier to pay using a bank card or credit card with ezetop. Maybe after 6 months of disuse the DR cell number is dis-activated, I don't know.

Thanks for the advice.

[QUOTE=Mr Enternational; 1172971]There is no reason to lose your number. You can use.

[url]https://www.etopuponline.com/beta/[/url]

To add time to your cell in various countries so you will not have to worry about getting a new SIM and a new number when you return. I'm not sure what the cutoff is but if we use Jao's 4 month hiatus as a reference you can put $5 on your phone every 4 months to save your number.

For Claro: Min. Amount: 5 USD Max. Amount: 30 USD Fee: 0 USD

For Orange: Only fixed amounts allowed: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 USD Fee: 0 USD[/QUOTE]My old 400 peso Claro phone which I had for over 2 years did not work this past trip after spending 6 months out of the DR. Note that this was not the first time I had spent 6 months away from the country. I went to Claro shop north of Indepedencia Park and the lady told me they are now disconnecting their numbers after 3 months of inactivity. I thought about loading minutes using [url]www.etopuponline.com[/url] But was unsure whether the phone had to be turned on inside the DR in order to receive those minutes. Thanks for clarifying.

[QUOTE=Panman; 1173026]My old 400 peso Claro phone which I had for over 2 years did not work this past trip after spending 6 months out of the DR. Note that this was not the first time I had spent 6 months away from the country. I went to Claro shop north of Indepedencia Park and the lady told me they are now disconnecting their numbers after 3 months of inactivity. I thought about loading minutes using.

[url]www.etopuponline.com[/url]

But was unsure whether the phone had to be turned on inside the DR in order to receive those minutes. Thanks for clarifying.[/QUOTE]I had one claro cell phone number de-activated, after I had not used it in DR for over 3 months. This trip is about 4 months after my last trip and my claro cell just needed added minutes to work. Send me you cell number if you are still in SDQ.

Beware of Spirit! They are doing their best not to repair or replace my damaged bag. Their latest demand is: for me to provide a copy of my bag purchase slip=yeah right! I will make every effort not to fly Spirit again!

[QUOTE=Sidney;1173682]Beware of Spirit! They are doing their best not to repair or replace my damaged bag. Their latest demand is: for me to provide a copy of my bag purchase slip=yeah right! I will make every effort not to fly Spirit again![/QUOTE]I remember when they first came up with the baggage charge. Their reason was to keep costs down. Yeah right. All they have done is keep upping the ticket prices, and on the last 6 flights I took it was a full plane. When oil was around $116 a barrel they upped the fare. Now it is around $95 a barrel, but the fares did not go down.

Aires was their rival in a lot of latin America citys, but I think they have gotten rid of a lot of routes so Spirit took advantage of the gap.
BTW I don't know who is worse, the airlines or the taxes the countrys are now increasing all the time.You have to pay over $30 to leave Peru, and to get into the DR ,and Nicaragua it cost you $10. This is above all the taxes you pay when you buy the ticket.
I guess they never heard of killing the goose who lays the golden egg.

[QUOTE=John Gault; 1173700]BTW I don't know who is worse, the airlines or the taxes the countrys are now increasing all the time. You have to pay over $30 to leave Peru, and to get into the DR, and Nicaragua it cost you $10. This is above all the taxes you pay when you buy the ticket.

I guess they never heard of killing the goose who lays the golden egg.[/QUOTE]Leaving the Dominican Republic:


Dominican Republic Departure Tax 20. 00

Dominican Republic Infrastructure Fee 12. 45

Dominican Republic Airport Authority Fee 12. 50

= $44.95



Arriving into the Dominican Republic:


Dominican Republic Airport Authority Fee 12. 50

Dominican Republic Infrastructure Fee 12. 45

Tourist Card 10. 00

= $34.95

USA: Departure/Arrival $16.30
http://www.airlines.org/Economics/Taxes/Pages/InternationalDepartureTax.aspx

I was told recently that with Orange cell phones in DR, if a person has their Orange cell off, voice messages and text messages cannot be sent to that person's orange cell. With Claro, voice messages and text messages can be sent to a Claro cell phone that is turned off.

I have never received a message with Claro saying the cell number cannot be reached, as I have many times when calling Orange cell phones.

I am planning a DR vacation for a week during September.

I have few questions:

When is the best time to buy a flight ticket from the US?

(Last minute. 2 weeks in advance or 2 month in advance)

Should I bring Condoms from home or one can find quality brands in the local pharmacies?

Any suggestions regarding any items to bring from the US to make my vacation more enjoyable are most welcome.

Thanks

Looking for reviews on Alexix club Vacations. Are escorts profile of service true? Are the vacation decriptions and services as listed. Looking for that dream vacation. Thanks for any info. Ohchi

[QUOTE=Bennn; 1174800]I am planning a DR vacation for a week during September.

I have few questions:

When is the best time to buy a flight ticket from the US?

(Last minute. 2 weeks in advance or 2 month in advance)

Should I bring Condoms from home or one can find quality brands in the local pharmacies?

Any suggestions regarding any items to bring from the US to make my vacation more enjoyable are most welcome.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Sometimes AA Advantage has super saver weekend getaway fares available a week before travel. There is no particular advantage in booking early and sometimes you can get a real bargain by booking late. A large part of the price is the taxes anyway.

Bring you own condoms, as they are better and cheaper in the US, also you may not be able to find the Super Jumbeau Grandes that most ISG mongers need.

Bring shorts, beach towel, swim trunks, favorite type of tea or coffee if required, money (lots of) , netbook or tablet with wifi if you have one, lightweight clothing, shoes. I find a pair of crocs sandals are very useful as they are very light and can be worn at the beach, pool, and also to walk around town and it is very easy to rinse off sand from the beach, dry them when wet, and they are comfortable to walk on the very rough sidewalks here, use them indooors, etc. Etc. Sneakers can easily get hot, sweaty, and smelly here due to heat and humidity. Sport socks, so your feet don't get blistered.

Long pants are better for evening wear. Of course you can wear what you want, but chicas are very quick to sum people up by their appearance, so if you look kind of vaguely managerial by Dominican standards, you may get more respect and attention, although these things don't matter a lot as everyone has their own style.

You may wish to bring some kind of hat for the sun, or sunblock lotion if exposure to sun is a problem for you. Also hydrocortisone cream for sunburn or insect bites is useful and is much more expensive to buy in Sousa than in dollar store or Walmart.

Really just bring the same stuff you would for a weekend at the beach in the US.

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1175002]Sometimes AA Advantage has super saver weekend getaway fares available a week before travel. There is no particular advantage in booking early and sometimes you can get a real bargain by booking late. A large part of the price is the taxes anyway.

Bring you own condoms, as they are better and cheaper in the US, also you may not be able to find the Super Jumbeau Grandes that most ISG mongers need.

Bring shorts, beach towel, swim trunks, favorite type of tea or coffee if required, money (lots of) , netbook or tablet with wifi if you have one, lightweight clothing, shoes. I find a pair of crocs sandals are very useful as they are very light and can be worn at the beach, pool, and also to walk around town and it is very easy to rinse off sand from the beach, dry them when wet, and they are comfortable to walk on the very rough sidewalks here, use them indooors, etc. Etc. Sneakers can easily get hot, sweaty, and smelly here due to heat and humidity. Sport socks, so your feet don't get blistered.

Long pants are better for evening wear. Of course you can wear what you want, but chicas are very quick to sum people up by their appearance, so if you look kind of vaguely managerial by Dominican standards, you may get more respect and attention, although these things don't matter a lot as everyone has their own style.

You may wish to bring some kind of hat for the sun, or sunblock lotion if exposure to sun is a problem for you. Also hydrocortisone cream for sunburn or insect bites is useful and is much more expensive to buy in Sousa than in dollar store or Walmart.

Really just bring the same stuff you would for a weekend at the beach in the US.[/QUOTE]Great advise Frannie. But one thing I see often that I never do is use my Macbook outside of my room. I see guys at Cafes, and hotel pools with their laptops. Guys never have problems but you never know who is watching.

[QUOTE=Ohchi;1174868]Looking for reviews on Alexix club Vacations. Are escorts profile of service true? Are the vacation decriptions and services as listed. Looking for that dream vacation. Thanks for any info. Ohchi[/QUOTE]There are much better places to go for the same outlay.

[QUOTE=Charles Pooter;1175018]There are much better places to go for the same outlay.[/QUOTE]Can you expand on your answer a bit please, with some example of other vacation options were the profiles of the escorts AL1 vacations are given. Thank you

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1175002]Sometimes AA Advantage has super saver weekend getaway fares available a week before travel. There is no particular advantage in booking early and sometimes you can get a real bargain by booking late. A large part of the price is the taxes anyway.

Bring you own condoms, as they are better and cheaper in the US, also you may not be able to find the Super Jumbeau Grandes that most ISG mongers need.

Bring shorts, beach towel, swim trunks, favorite type of tea or coffee if required, money (lots of) , netbook or tablet with wifi if you have one, lightweight clothing, shoes. I find a pair of crocs sandals are very useful as they are very light and can be worn at the beach, pool, and also to walk around town and it is very easy to rinse off sand from the beach, dry them when wet, and they are comfortable to walk on the very rough sidewalks here, use them indooors, etc. Etc. Sneakers can easily get hot, sweaty, and smelly here due to heat and humidity. Sport socks, so your feet don't get blistered.

Long pants are better for evening wear. Of course you can wear what you want, but chicas are very quick to sum people up by their appearance, so if you look kind of vaguely managerial by Dominican standards, you may get more respect and attention, although these things don't matter a lot as everyone has their own style.

You may wish to bring some kind of hat for the sun, or sunblock lotion if exposure to sun is a problem for you. Also hydrocortisone cream for sunburn or insect bites is useful and is much more expensive to buy in Sousa than in dollar store or Walmart.

Really just bring the same stuff you would for a weekend at the beach in the US.[/QUOTE]Thanks Frannie for the great advises.

The AA saver last minute deal sounds great, I am flying From ORD and I found an AA ticket for $312 not including taxes. I am not sure how low it can go.

Regarding the condoms I am not familiarized with the Super Jumbeau Grandes what is the brand name in English?

[QUOTE=Bennn; 1174800]I am planning a DR vacation for a week during September.

I have few questions:

When is the best time to buy a flight ticket from the US?

(Last minute. 2 weeks in advance or 2 month in advance)

Should I bring Condoms from home or one can find quality brands in the local pharmacies?

Any suggestions regarding any items to bring from the US to make my vacation more enjoyable are most welcome.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Just about always last minute prices are high for airplane tickets. Book midweek, like on a Tuesday and sometimes the prices are lower. Jetblue currently has the most flights into DR.

Bring insect repellant, sunscreen if the sun burns your skin, immodium for diarrhea. Bring your own condoms. Hershey chocolates are good to have in the room to feed the chicas. This past trip I had terrible heartburn after using LaPela (generic cialis) , not sure if the LaPela caused the hearturn, but I wish I had some Prilosec (over the counter medicine for heart burn). I usually buy the name brand Cialis (by Lilly) , but the pharmacy in santo domingo wanted me to buy a 4 pack, which I didn't want. So I bought 4 LaPela for 200 pesos (50 pesos each). I think in the future I will stick with the name brand Cialis. The heartburn (acid reflux) I had after using the LaPela, woke me up at night, I don't want that again.

There are online sites that track airplane rates and give predictions as to whether they believe the prices will go up or down. During major holidays the rates are higher. Before winter high season, in the Fall, rates are usually less.

[QUOTE=Bennn; 1175146]Thanks Frannie for the great advises.

The AA saver last minute deal sounds great, I am flying From ORD and I found an AA ticket for $312 not including taxes. I am not sure how low it can go.

Regarding the condoms I am not familiarized with the Super Jumbeau Grandes what is the brand name in English?[/QUOTE]$312 from Chicago is a great price. Take it.

Super Jumbeau Grandes is a joke. You will understand when you get here.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1175147]This past trip I had terrible heartburn after using LaPela (generic cialis) , not sure if the LaPela caused the hearturn, but I wish I had some Prilosec (over the counter medicine for heart burn). I usually buy the name brand Cialis (by Lilly) , but the pharmacy in santo domingo wanted me to buy a 4 pack, which I didn't want. So I bought 4 LaPela for 200 pesos (50 pesos each). I think in the future I will stick with the name brand Cialis. The heartburn (acid reflux) I had after using the LaPela, woke me up at night, I don't want that again.[/QUOTE]Wow, thanks, now I know what caused me the acid reflux during my last trip, I also used La Pela. I thought it was food or drinks but I had the same heartburn you described and it was terrible. I was thinking on visiting a doctor in Puerto Rico but the heartburn dissapeared.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1175309]Wow, thanks, now I know what caused me the acid reflux during my last trip, I also used La Pela. I thought it was food or drinks but I had the same heartburn you described and it was terrible. I was thinking on visiting a doctor in Puerto Rico but the heartburn dissapeared.[/QUOTE]I get horrible agida, acid reflux for years in the DR while I was using La Pela but I would always swear that it was the RUM and all the sugar its made from. You really think its the LaPela? One things for sure, La Pela gives me the worse back pain. Or is that all the fucking? LOL

[QUOTE=MiamiHeatLuver;1175311]I get horrible agida, acid reflux for years in the DR while I was using La Pela but I would always swear that it was the RUM and all the sugar its made from. You really think its the LaPela? One things for sure, La Pela gives me the worse back pain. Or is that all the fucking? LOL[/QUOTE]I never had problems with Viagra and Cialis, La Pela works well but the reflux occurs only when I use it as now I can affirm. I was also thinking drinks or food were responsible but I also drink and eat at home.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1175392]I never had problems with Viagra and Cialis, La Pela works well but the reflux occurs only when I use it as now I can affirm. I was also thinking drinks or food were responsible but I also drink and eat at home.[/QUOTE]It is a known side effect of tadalafil that it may cause back ache. A bottle of pink bismuth (Pepto bismol) is always useful, because it can be used both as an antacid and as an antidiarrheal, and it is cheap if you buy the generic. Is also available in the DR.

Tadalafil. Oral, Cialis

SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, stomach upset, back pain, muscle pain, nasal stuffiness, flushing, pain in arms or legs, dizziness, or vision changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1175392]I never had problems with Viagra and Cialis, La Pela works well but the reflux occurs only when I use it as now I can affirm. I was also thinking drinks or food were responsible but I also drink and eat at home.[/QUOTE]These pills work by opening the blood vessels in the penis, so the penis can more easily get engorged with blood and thus erect. Maybe lapela has an effect on the opening of the esophagus into the stomach, causing that opening to open more and allowing acid from the stomach to enter the esophagus (acid reflux, heartburn).

I agree with you, I have not had the acid reflux reaction when I took Cialis made by Lilly.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1175392]I never had problems with Viagra and Cialis, La Pela works well but the reflux occurs only when I use it as now I can affirm. I was also thinking drinks or food were responsible but I also drink and eat at home.[/QUOTE]I also get heartburn from La Pela so what I do is starting the day before I go to the DR I take 1-1/2 Zantac 150's every day from then until I stop taking the La Pela when I get home and no more heartburn. I prefer La Pela over Viagra / sildenafil.

[QUOTE=Bennn; 1174800]I am planning a DR vacation for a week during September.

I have few questions:

When is the best time to buy a flight ticket from the US?

(Last minute. 2 weeks in advance or 2 month in advance)

Should I bring Condoms from home or one can find quality brands in the local pharmacies?

Any suggestions regarding any items to bring from the US to make my vacation more enjoyable are most welcome.

Thanks[/QUOTE]Spray on Benadryl can be effective in stopping the itch from insect bits. Tylenol cold or the walmart version, has a cough suppressant and a decongestant, not fun for me to fly when I am congested, ears can't decompress in the airplane, can be awful pain. A nail clipper. Some DR chicas like to clip the finger nails and toe nails of the guys they are with.

[QUOTE=Frannie; 1175404]It is a known side effect of tadalafil that it may cause back ache. A bottle of pink bismuth (Pepto bismol) is always useful, because it can be used both as an antacid and as an antidiarrheal, and it is cheap if you buy the generic. Is also available in the DR.

Tadalafil. Oral, Cialis

SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, stomach upset, back pain, muscle pain, nasal stuffiness, flushing, pain in arms or legs, dizziness, or vision changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.[/QUOTE]I bought an antacid / antigas medicine. The antacid part worked well.

Hi, I have a netbook with a unlocked USB pen, in Dominican Republic is it possible to buy a chip to surf on Internet? If it works, will it work at every town on Road?

Thanks fos some info

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1175147]Just about always last minute prices are high for airplane tickets. Book midweek, like on a Tuesday and sometimes the prices are lower. Jetblue currently has the most flights into DR.

Bring insect repellant, sunscreen if the sun burns your skin, immodium for diarrhea. Bring your own condoms. Hershey chocolates are good to have in the room to feed the chicas. This past trip I had terrible heartburn after using LaPela (generic cialis) , not sure if the LaPela caused the hearturn, but I wish I had some Prilosec (over the counter medicine for heart burn). I usually buy the name brand Cialis (by Lilly) , but the pharmacy in santo domingo wanted me to buy a 4 pack, which I didn't want. So I bought 4 LaPela for 200 pesos (50 pesos each). I think in the future I will stick with the name brand Cialis. The heartburn (acid reflux) I had after using the LaPela, woke me up at night, I don't want that again.

There are online sites that track airplane rates and give predictions as to whether they believe the prices will go up or down. During major holidays the rates are higher. Before winter high season, in the Fall, rates are usually less.[/QUOTE]If I bring some of my own meds, which I don't have a script for, do I have to worry about customs when I enter the DR? Or is customs a joke like some places I know?

[QUOTE=Gagoo;1176582]If I bring some of my own meds, which I don't have a script for, do I have to worry about customs when I enter the DR? Or is customs a joke like some places I know?[/QUOTE]In the DR you need a prescription for pain killer type medications. If you are bringing a bunch of oxycontin pills into the DR, I would advise you, to get a prescription from your doctor for those type of pills. Non-pain killer type drugs, crestor, lipitor etc, I wouldn't worry about. Customs in DR just about never checks luggage, but you may not want to be the guy they check and they find a bunch of pain killing drugs in your luggage, with no prescription.

Non-pain killing type medication, usually can be easily bought in DR pharmacies without a prescription.

[QUOTE=FoxesHunter; 1176526]Hi, I have a netbook with a unlocked USB pen, in Dominican Republic is it possible to buy a chip to surf on Internet? If it works, will it work at every town on Road?

Thanks fos some info[/QUOTE]You can buy the chip from Claro, just take your USB pen there and ask. Prepaid unlimited internet service is available for one month or longer only. The service is louzy, expect to load one window at a time or it crashes. Some rare days it ran smooth, but eventually you'll get used to it and figure out it's better than no internet at all. I paid DP 2000 for the USB, chip, and unlimited service for one month. They also charged me DP 560 in taxes on top which was ridiculous. Can't tell you what just the chip would cost.

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1176587]In the DR you need a prescription for pain killer type medications. If you are bringing a bunch of oxycontin pills into the DR, I would advise you, to get a prescription from your doctor for those type of pills. Non-pain killer type drugs, crestor, lipitor etc, I wouldn't worry about. Customs in DR just about never checks luggage, but you may not want to be the guy they check and they find a bunch of pain killing drugs in your luggage, with no prescription.

Non-pain killing type medication, usually can be easily bought in DR pharmacies without a prescription.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info.

[quote=foxeshunter; 1176526]hi, i have a netbook with a unlocked usb pen, in dominican republic is it possible to buy a chip to surf on internet? if it works, will it work at every town on road?

thanks fos some info[/quote]links for claro internet, if you use google chrome browser there is an option to translate the page from spanish to english or another language;

internet movil: [url]http://contenido.claro.com.do/wps/portal/do/pc/personas/internet/internet-movil[/url]

"navigate to the maximum speed with the only national 3g coverage. it is mobile, so you're always connected wherever you go. postpaid plans without degradation of speed, locking reaching the contracted capacity to control your budget, and an option to purchase additional packages under invoice. new prepaid plans with no degradation in speed, blocking ability to meet contract, no bills or contracts with an option to purchase other additional prepaid packages. new plans without degradation of speed control, locking to achieve the contracted capacity to control your budget, and an option to purchase additional prepaid packages.

protecting your information and computer security course our services. free email account with a capacity of 10 gb."

seems they have daily prepaid packages available.

you may have to buy equipment from them, equipment page: [url]http://contenido.claro.com.do/wps/portal/do/pc/personas/internet/internet-movil/equipos[/url]

prepaid plans, price from 50 pesos for one day (200mb) to 60 days (5gb) for 2250 pesos: [url]http://contenido.claro.com.do/wps/portal/do/pc/personas/internet/internet-movil[/url]

prices do not include taxes (16% itbis. 10% isc. 2% cdt). the connection speed depends on achieved factors such as congestion and voice signal level.

I sort of had this idea of going somewhere just after the first of the year 2012. My budget will be roughly $1200, give or take a $100 or so.

Given the exchange rate and all, would going to DR make sense?

Thanks

I know some guys fly with their miles on some airlines and some enjoy having a status with a particular airline, so they get bumped into business class, from economy.

Various news outlets reported on this recently, from the WSJ:

"At least several hundred mile-junkies discovered that a free shipping offer on presidential and Native American $1 coins, sold at face value by the USA Mint, amounted to printing free frequent-flier miles. Mileage lovers ordered more than $1 million in coins until the Mint started identifying them and cutting them off.

Coin buyers charged the purchases, sold in boxes of 250 coins, to a credit card that offers frequent-flier mile awards, then took the shipments straight to the bank. They then used the coins they deposited to pay their credit-card bills. Their only cost: the car trip to make the deposit.

The coin program was a popular play on FlyerTalk. Com, an online community where frequent travelers and mileage mavens share travel tips and profitable mileage plays. One FlyerTalker, identified by his online moniker, Mr. Pickles, claims to have bought $800, 000 in coins. He posted pictures of the loot on FlyerTalk.

He says his largest single deposit was $70, 000 in $1 coins. He used several banks and numerous credit cards. He earned enough miles to put him over two million total at AMR Corp. 's American Airlines, giving him lifetime platinum-elite status. Early availability of upgrades for life and other perks on American and its partners around the world. He also pumped miles into his account at UAL Corp. 's United Airlines and points into his Starwood Preferred Guest program account."

[url]http://online.wsj.com/article/SB126014168569179245.html[/url]

[QUOTE=DJ FourMoney; 1178506]I sort of had this idea of going somewhere just after the first of the year 2012. My budget will be roughly $1200, give or take a $100 or so.

Given the exchange rate and all, would going to DR make sense?

Thanks[/QUOTE]Would you like a tour guide, that translates to about 45, 000 pesos, you can find a hotel for 1200 a day, meals about 1000 a day, if you eat Dominican fare, cheaper, a chica for 1200 to 1500, call me when you need help spending all this cash in such a short time

[QUOTE=Riky Rapido;1178547]Would you like a tour guide, that translates to about 45, 000 pesos, you can find a hotel for 1200 a day, meals about 1000 a day, if you eat Dominican fare, cheaper, a chica for 1200 to 1500, call me when you need help spending all this cash in such a short time[/QUOTE]Well that's what I was thinking, I could go with less? Current airfare from Los Angeles is $592, leaving about $600-$700 for 3-4 days. It could be longer, I just wanted a rough idea. Not sure I need a translator however, I know about 30-35 words of Spanish and put maybe a handful of sentences together. Having said that though, I hardly ever break out the Spanish when I go to Tijuana.

I figure Santo Domingo is geared towards tourist and as long as I speak slowly getting around shouldn't be an issue.

My choices were CR and DR due to affordable plane flights.

Thanks for the input.

[QUOTE=DJ FourMoney; 1178564]Well that's what I was thinking, I could go with less? Current airfare from Los Angeles is $592, leaving about $600-$700 for 3-4 days. It could be longer, I just wanted a rough idea. Not sure I need a translator however, I know about 30-35 words of Spanish and put maybe a handful of sentences together. Having said that though, I hardly ever break out the Spanish when I go to Tijuana.

I figure Santo Domingo is geared towards tourist and as long as I speak slowly getting around shouldn't be an issue.

My choices were CR and DR due to affordable plane flights.

Thanks for the input.[/QUOTE]January is high season in DR. Some hotels raise their rates in high season. However, there are many small, guest friendly hotels in DR, with rates starting at $40 per night (there are some cheaper places). Many smaller, guest friendly hotels in DR, have the same rates year round.

Chinese owned and operated Pica Pollo restaurants are numerous in some parts of DR. You can get an order of fried chicken, tostones (fried plantains) or french fries with a bottle of coca cola, for around 150 pesos (about $4US). A six pack of presidente beer in the supermarket, around 225-250 pesos ($6US-$6. 60US). A large bottle of presidente beer from a colmado or supermarket. 75-100 pesos ($2US-$2. 60US).

A bottle of baileys at the airport duty free, $20US or less.

Taxi prices vary in different parts of the DR, (supposedly the most expensive taxis are on the north coast in Costambar, near Puerto Plata).

A bottle of beer in a nice bar, starting around 100 pesos to 250 pesos (250 pesos for a small bottle of beer at the Hotel Jaragua in Santo Domingo).

Chica prices will vary, usually starting at 1000 pesos ($26. 60US) and up.

For better information, you may want to ask in one of the threads where you plan to monger, (Boca Chica, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, Sosua)

[url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/7/19/40275/Airlines-demand-[/url]\

Santo Domingo- The carriers Air France and Jet Blue asked the police and the Las Americas International Airport's security department to halt the theft of their passengers' luggage in the last few weeks.

Air France's manager resigned from that post yesterday, after the Police Investigations Department interrogated around 14 airport employees about the theft of several types of merchandise from French airplanes.

Sales and Customer Service manager Maria Esther Callega, quoted by news source listin. Com. Do, said the airlines were concerned with the theft of objects and precious jewels from their airplanes, which they sell to passengers.

She said the pilfering almost always occurs during the cleaning of the planes, but denied that Air France employees were involved in the robberies.

Last week Jet Blue made a similar request in the wake of complaints from dozens of passengers that their luggage was violated and their belongings stolen.

Both companies sent letters to Airports Department director Arístides Fernandez Zucco complaining of the lack of security and increasing thievery in and around the airport during the last few days.

The wave of thefts has also reached the terminal's perimeter, a section of which was carted away by unidentified burglars.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico; 1178599][url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/7/19/40275/Airlines-demand-[/url]

Santo Domingo- The carriers Air France and Jet Blue asked the police and the Las Americas International Airport's security department to halt the theft of their passengers' luggage in the last few weeks.

Air France's manager resigned from that post yesterday, after the Police Investigations Department interrogated around 14 airport employees about the theft of several types of merchandise from French airplanes.

Sales and Customer Service manager Maria Esther Callega, quoted by news source listin. Com. Do, said the airlines were concerned with the theft of objects and precious jewels from their airplanes, which they sell to passengers.

She said the pilfering almost always occurs during the cleaning of the planes, but denied that Air France employees were involved in the robberies.

Last week Jet Blue made a similar request in the wake of complaints from dozens of passengers that their luggage was violated and their belongings stolen.

Both companies sent letters to Airports Department director Arístides Fernandez Zucco complaining of the lack of security and increasing thievery in and around the airport during the last few days.

The wave of thefts has also reached the terminal's perimeter, a section of which was carted away by unidentified burglars.[/QUOTE]You would think that with the amount of fees and taxes that the DR receives on every airline ticket (and the $10 tourist card for US citizens) , that they could have adequate security for checked luggage. Scary thing, if they have easy access to steal things from checked luggage, they probably have easy access to plant things in checked luggage for outbound flights.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico; 1178599][url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/7/19/40275/Airlines-demand-[/url]

Santo Domingo- The carriers Air France and Jet Blue asked the police and the Las Americas International Airport's security department to halt the theft of their passengers' luggage in the last few weeks.

Air France's manager resigned from that post yesterday, after the Police Investigations Department interrogated around 14 airport employees about the theft of several types of merchandise from French airplanes.

Sales and Customer Service manager Maria Esther Callega, quoted by news source listin. Com. Do, said the airlines were concerned with the theft of objects and precious jewels from their airplanes, which they sell to passengers.

She said the pilfering almost always occurs during the cleaning of the planes, but denied that Air France employees were involved in the robberies.

Last week Jet Blue made a similar request in the wake of complaints from dozens of passengers that their luggage was violated and their belongings stolen.

Both companies sent letters to Airports Department director Arístides Fernandez Zucco complaining of the lack of security and increasing thievery in and around the airport during the last few days.

The wave of thefts has also reached the terminal's perimeter, a section of which was carted away by unidentified burglars.[/QUOTE]From Dominican Today, [url]http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2011/7/18/40265/Thieves-haul-away-perimeter-fence-at-Las-Americas-Airport[/url]

"Thieves haul away perimeter fence at Las Americas Airport. Unidentified burglars have dismantled the Las Americas International Airport's perimeter fence next to the town La Calera, despite being an area patrolled by Airport Security (Cesa) agents.

An investigation is underway to find the thieves who carted away 157 fence posts and the cyclone fence, which was cut to sell as scrap metal, while a sentry post was erected halt further pilfering.

A source close to the investigation quoted by diairolibre. Com said the section of the fence stolen cost around Road$1. 5 million, and presumably hauled away using a heavy vehicle.

The section of the stolen fence is adjacent to the Caucedo Multimodal Port, and the gapping hole poses a danger to aviation security, especially to planes which remain on the airport tarmac."

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1178585]January is high season in DR. Some hotels raise their rates in high season. However, there are many small, guest friendly hotels in DR, with rates starting at $40 per night (there are some cheaper places). Many smaller, guest friendly hotels in DR, have the same rates year round.

Chinese owned and operated Pica Pollo restaurants are numerous in some parts of DR. You can get an order of fried chicken, tostones (fried plantains) or french fries with a bottle of coca cola, for around 150 pesos (about $4US). A six pack of presidente beer in the supermarket, around 225-250 pesos ($6US-$6. 60US). A large bottle of presidente beer from a colmado or supermarket. 75-100 pesos ($2US-$2. 60US).

A bottle of baileys at the airport duty free, $20US or less.

Taxi prices vary in different parts of the DR, (supposedly the most expensive taxis are on the north coast in Costambar, near Puerto Plata).

A bottle of beer in a nice bar, starting around 100 pesos to 250 pesos (250 pesos for a small bottle of beer at the Hotel Jaragua in Santo Domingo).

Chica prices will vary, usually starting at 1000 pesos ($26. 60US) and up.

For better information, you may want to ask in one of the threads where you plan to monger, (Boca Chica, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, Sosua) [/QUOTE]Thanks Jao. I don't drink so beer and booze is not an issue. Even at $40 a day is not bad, if you get a good room and WiFi. I'll continue reading.

[QUOTE=DJ FourMoney;1178789]Thanks Jao. I don't drink so beer and booze is not an issue. Even at $40 a day is not bad, if you get a good room and WiFi. I'll continue reading.[/QUOTE]If you plan on visiting Santo Domingo, post questions in the Santo Domingo thread, for more specific information.

Generally speaking, for Sosua, everything is within walking distance. A taxi from the puerto plata airport to sosua. 10-15 minute ride, usually around $20-$25US, some hotels offer free airport pickup (Rockys used to provide free airport pickup).

Santo Domingo airport to the city, most taxi drivers will ask for $40US. A2B offers shared transfers for around $16US. Santo Domingo airport to boca chica, should be $20US or less (10 minute drive). In Santo Domingo numerous venues are within walking distance of guest friendly hotels. Some venues are further away from the hotels and would require you to take a taxi, taxi fares from most hotels to say a venue like GBP, will be 200 pesos or less, each way.

Puerto Plata airport to the city of Puerto Plata and to Blackbeards, I don't know the current taxi rates.

Tropical fruits are usually relatively inexpensive in DR (mango, papaya-lechosa, chinola-passion fruit, pineapple-pina, etc). You can buy them from some street vendors.

Be careful, because Cholera exists in DR. Some inexpensive food places may not have the best sanitary conditions.

For August, rates are high. American Airlines non-stop JFK to SDQ, round-trip, mid August price $772US. Mid September price on AA, same route $332US, non-stop. Jetblue also $332US mid September. ($332 is the total price and includes taxes and fees)

Many of the All Inclusive Hotels are under $100US in mid September, single occupancy rate. Will be cheaper per person, double occupancy rate.

OK, first of all, I do want to screw several DR women, and if I see a decent Haitian women, I will try them too.

I'm usually traveling in Asia, but I have been to Costa Rica, Mexico, and Puerto Rico (back when all the good clubs were open).

I'll be in the DR 20 Sept-1Oct, and plan time in Sosua and Santo Domingo.

I was looking at the visa requirements and saw they let Thai people go there rather easily, and Turkish people (I've been there too). And I read about Chinese people in the DR.

So. The question is, what other types of ladies can be found for P4P? Any Asian, Europeans, South or Central Americans?

Where would be the best area to find them?

Thanks

Punta Cana, DR. – Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) , the leading destination for travel in the Dominican Republic, launched its official website [url]www.puntacanainternationalairport.com[/url], which has been designed to streamline the process of booking travel to the country.

Through the website, travelers will be able to book flights, hotel and car services, as well as track flights and access information on the region such as history, weather and customs details.

Additionally, Punta Cana International Airport is inaugurating a new runway that will increase the lift capacity of the rapidly expanding airport.

Punta Cana is the leading port of entry in the Dominican Republic and one of the fastest growing in the Caribbean. The new runway was built to support the growing demand for direct flights from major international cities.

"Punta Cana is the most highly visited vacation destination in the Caribbean, and we are thrilled to offer travelers the opportunity to find all the information they need to book a trip in one place," said Frank R. Rainieri, President and CEO of Grupo PUNTACANA.

[QUOTE=Orgasmico; 1179510]Punta Cana, DR. – Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) , the leading destination for travel in the Dominican Republic, launched its official website.

[url]www.puntacanainternationalairport.com[/url]

, which has been designed to streamline the process of booking travel to the country.

Through the website, travelers will be able to book flights, hotel and car services, as well as track flights and access information on the region such as history, weather and customs details.

Additionally, Punta Cana International Airport is inaugurating a new runway that will increase the lift capacity of the rapidly expanding airport.

Punta Cana is the leading port of entry in the Dominican Republic and one of the fastest growing in the Caribbean. The new runway was built to support the growing demand for direct flights from major international cities.

"Punta Cana is the most highly visited vacation destination in the Caribbean, and we are thrilled to offer travelers the opportunity to find all the information they need to book a trip in one place," said Frank R. Rainieri, President and CEO of Grupo PUNTACANA.[/QUOTE]Leonel Fernandez owns lots of property in that area. He is taking care of himself and his investments in the punta cana area.

Dollhouse on the malecon in Santo Domingo, I have read has women from Colombia and other countries.

Manizales just wrote a review of some expensive strip club in Cabarete (10 minutes from Sosua) , that has Russian chicas.

Pink Pony in Santo Domingo advertises they have a few chicas from Japan. I have seen at least one Asian chica in Pink Pony, when I visited.

Some DR chicas have Asian features in their faces. Sexo Urbano show on HBO featured one chica who works in santo domingo, her name was China and she had some Asian features to her face.

Haitian chicas, more on the north coast and in boca chica.

Some Colombianas in Santo Domingo. Foxys I was told sometimes has Brasileras.

Lighter skin Dominican chicas can more easily be found in the middle part of the country, el cibao; La Vega, Santiago.

Dominican chicas come in all shapes and sizes, from light to dark skin.

A guy who posts on the ISG sometimes, promotes various eastern European chicas, available for takeout in DR.

Years ago, I believe Vikings had Eastern European women. I saw about 4 or 5 of eastern European pros, with their clients, in VooDoo lounge bar in Sosua, one night.

[QUOTE=Gagoo; 1178894]OK, first of all, I do want to screw several DR women, and if I see a decent Haitian women, I will try them too.

I'm usually traveling in Asia, but I have been to Costa Rica, Mexico, and Puerto Rico (back when all the good clubs were open).

I'll be in the DR 20 Sept-1Oct, and plan time in Sosua and Santo Domingo.

I was looking at the visa requirements and saw they let Thai people go there rather easily, and Turkish people (I've been there too). And I read about Chinese people in the DR.

So. The question is, what other types of ladies can be found for P4P? Any Asian, Europeans, South or Central Americans?

Where would be the best area to find them?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

I am plaining a trip to the Dominican republic some time this year or next April. Has any one tryed any of the (adult resorts with escorts) or (like my wild vacation) or alexis club) is it worth the cost. I just don; t much luck with the ladies.

Thanks please help with info.

[QUOTE=Gagoo; 1178894]OK, first of all, I do want to screw several DR women, and if I see a decent Haitian women, I will try them too.

I'm usually traveling in Asia, but I have been to Costa Rica, Mexico, and Puerto Rico (back when all the good clubs were open).

I'll be in the DR 20 Sept-1Oct, and plan time in Sosua and Santo Domingo.

I was looking at the visa requirements and saw they let Thai people go there rather easily, and Turkish people (I've been there too). And I read about Chinese people in the DR.

So. The question is, what other types of ladies can be found for P4P? Any Asian, Europeans, South or Central Americans?

Where would be the best area to find them?

Thanks[/QUOTE]I have met "half Colombian, half Dominican" and "half-Venezuelan, half-Dominican" chicas in Santo Domingo.

Bufeo. Com has pics from various bars in DR.

There is a medical school in Santo Domingo that has students from many Countries. Boricua Online has posted before that there is a bar near that medical school, where some of the international students hangout. Maybe Boricua Online can re-post the information regarding that bar.

[QUOTE=Gagoo; 1178894]OK, first of all, I do want to screw several DR women, and if I see a decent Haitian women, I will try them too.

I'm usually traveling in Asia, but I have been to Costa Rica, Mexico, and Puerto Rico (back when all the good clubs were open).

I'll be in the DR 20 Sept-1Oct, and plan time in Sosua and Santo Domingo.

I was looking at the visa requirements and saw they let Thai people go there rather easily, and Turkish people (I've been there too). And I read about Chinese people in the DR.

So. The question is, what other types of ladies can be found for P4P? Any Asian, Europeans, South or Central Americans?

Where would be the best area to find them?

Thanks[/QUOTE]

Try the Michel Thomas method it helped quite a bit during my trip in Santo Domingo this past April.