Toby and Sheri
@Canadian Sig
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 19 May 2014
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
I am also sorry to hear about the opening of Pedro Calisante to traffic. It doesn't make sense at all! When were there the whole street was packed with people eating and listening to music. Also doesn't make sense that any restaurant would ... Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
-35c here tomorrow. Don't think mosquitos will be an issue for a while. http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn243/CanadianSig/face_zpsdb199d14.jpg Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Thanks Massage, I will definitely look into them. Knowing me, I will have one of everything on the go...lol Flying out this afternoon, sad but really excited to get back to our puppy. Enjoy your Caribbean lives you lucky sons of guns! Will keep ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Hey All, Bob - we were near the Angelica, it was funny because we ran into a couple of guys from our jeep tour from the day before. Spent the day around the condo today due to the rain, got in some pool time though. As for the cuckarachas, I do ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Ha ha ha ha...nice. Well I do feel a little better about the bug situation. The beauty here is worth the small (or SUV size) issue. Also it turns out I was not paying close enough attention to the dates ( a hazard here I suspect) and we aren't ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Thanks all for you answers, I do understand that they are a part of the tropics but I thought it was like Bob said and that you only saw them occasionally if due diligence is done. We killed two in our kitchen tonight, they may or may not be the ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
I know they won't hurt and they are common here but they still give me the heebie jeebies...lol We haven't run in to any trouble so far but we were with a tour group today. Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Went on a Jeep Safari which included, some touristy stuff like Dominican coffee, 7 of the 27 waterfalls and cigar making. It was quite fun but I think the most interesting (besides the mamajuana) was seeing the country side and how many people live. ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Merry Christmas everyone! A quick update, we noticed quite a few locals out on the streets having drinks on our way to dinner last night. It looked very merry as they were all sitting and chatting on the corners. That being said, we had a feeling ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
All I can say about Monkey Jungle is WOW. It was a riot. Toby and I had never been zip lining before and they have 7 ranging from slow and easy to fairly fast plus a 60 foot drop at the end into a cave, which sounds way scarier than it was. The ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Cabarate - beautiful but a little on the boring side I would say. We checked out the shops, overpaid for some jewelry on the beach, walked the beautiful beach, had a beer at the Lazy Dog and then we were pretty much done. I think if we were there ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Another hot day in Sosua ( I know it's winter to you expats..lol) yesterday we had a great lunch at Mio's and met a super nice guy (hey Bob!), overpaid for a hammock but we love it and spent the rest of the day close to home with the - we ... Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
Hmmm..thanks for all the info. I'm wondering if it would be better to just rent a car for day or two. Makes sense that everything goes up a bit, people need to make a living. As for the perculator..lol. We are absolutely French press ... Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
Excellent, thanks you too. Bob, that sounds steep for a taxi only half way between here and Cabarete? What does it cost to get to Cabarate? Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
Ok North Coastians and those in the know, I need a little guidance. 1. What should I pay for a hammock from a beach vendor? 2. What should I pay for a taxi to the monkey house? 3. I paid 300 pesos for 2 chairs and an umbrella yesterday..was it too ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Hey again all, Its our third day in Sosua and we are having a blast. We have already met a bunch of expats that own local businesses in town and everyone, especially the locals, always have a quick smile. We are doing a lot of walking so we are ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
That is perfect as we don't arrive until the 15th! 27 days to go!!! Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
We are looking at the Cabarete/ towards Sosua area so far, will learn more after our visit in Dec. We plan to rent when we eventually move so we can look while there like Planner suggested. I just mostly wanted to make sure that site was a fair ... Read More
NORTH COAST discussion and questions... by planner
Here is a good place for all our North Coast questions and discussions......several of us have lived or do live on the North Coast...............
Does anyone have an opinion on this site/realtor? It is the one we keep coming back to and I wondering if it is a good representation of the homes for sale in the area. http://www.juanperdomo.com/ Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Hello again Expat friends! Havent been posting recently as life has got in the way. We are down to 4 weeks till our trip to Sosua and getting more excited every day! Bob, hope you are still up for a briainpicking free lunch! Sheri Read More
Cabarete Living Questions by taskmaster
Hi All, Some questions for you: 1) What fair and actual cost of a furnished 2 and a 3 bedroom Condo or House in a gated community, both with ocean views? I need to know what to expect for utilities, tv, internet and also cleaning/maid help. 2) ...
Thanks, I'll check it out. Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Our dates match up (15-29 Dec) maybe we can make it a group thing and we can sit around and pick bob and planners brains!! Read More
Cabarete Living Questions by taskmaster
Hi All, Some questions for you: 1) What fair and actual cost of a furnished 2 and a 3 bedroom Condo or House in a gated community, both with ocean views? I need to know what to expect for utilities, tv, internet and also cleaning/maid help. 2) ...
Can I ask who you go through? I would like to have a look at some policies and do some comparison shopping online. Sheri Read More
Cabarete Living Questions by taskmaster
Hi All, Some questions for you: 1) What fair and actual cost of a furnished 2 and a 3 bedroom Condo or House in a gated community, both with ocean views? I need to know what to expect for utilities, tv, internet and also cleaning/maid help. 2) ...
Bob, can I ask who you use for International Insurance, call me paranoid or maybe I have just been with the military too long, but I am definately interested in evacuation insurance. Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
If it is any consolation it is already going down to 0 C here in Ontario, Canada at night. We had a cold wet summer and it seems fall is coming early... :( Can't wait to spend Christmas in DR. Sheri Read More
Interest rates on saving accounts by Kristien
Hello everybody, I need some advice concerning saving accounts in the Dominican Republic. If I open a saving account for 1 year with an amount of 100.000 (that would be appr. 131.750 US Dollars) how much money will I receive from it on a monthly ...
Wouldn't it be best to keep your investments in your home country and just set up transfers if you need it? Seems a little more secure to me, especially if you already have a trusted investor. Sheri Read More
Puppies without vaccinations
Thanks Bob, I will amend my plan and get the puppy here and then bring him/her with us Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Sheri doesn't like the phrase "don't often see"...She would rather hear "never see" when it comes to huge spiders...lol Toby Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
I hear ya, R, we are also looking to make our escape from the cold. We are near Ottawa, ON and I'm pretty sure most of last winter hovered around -40 C. We have a brother who lives in Ft Mac and have heard about the weather there as well. If we ... Read More
Puppies without vaccinations
Hi All, We are looking at getting a puppy (Belgian malinois). At first, we thought it would be best to wait until we arrived in DR so we wouldnt have to uproot the pup but everything I have read so far says that you cannot bring pups in without ... Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
We will be happy to bring what we can on our visit in Dec. Will hit the sales after the back to school rush and probably clean up! Sheri Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
Been away in Eastern Canada (New Brunswick) for a week. Just caught up on the forum and I feel confident I can solve the mystery of the missing storm. It was above us! It rained almost the entire week we were gone....:( Sheri Read More
Online Shopping/Crafting Supplies
Two questions: First, I'm pretty sure I got the gist of shopping online, by using and American APO and then a courier service. (I read it on the day in the life thread and in Expat: FAQ) I am wondering if that process is difficult, expensive or ... Read More
Rental car in or around puerto plata by Cdman
Can anyone share experience with renting a car to use in town and to maybe drive to Santa Domingo? Any rental company cudo's Thanks
Thanks guys, Bob, I will discuss with the hubby and probably do that. Better than ending up in jail or just generally lost, probably cheaper too! Sheri Read More
Rental car in or around puerto plata by Cdman
Can anyone share experience with renting a car to use in town and to maybe drive to Santa Domingo? Any rental company cudo's Thanks
Hmmm...that last post kind of messes with our plans. We had intended to drive all around the North Coast over Christmas Break, to try and get a feel for the neighbourhoods and see if it was a place we may like to live. Do you have a suggestion for ... Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
Maybe they key is to get one of those fake casts to keep in the car and if there is line, put it on and grab the crutches!!..:) :) :) Sheri Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
Does anyone run solar back-up down there? Toby Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
I have to admit, I think what happened here was I read the "day in the life" thread completely over about three days, without thinking that it was written over a fairly large time span. So what was going on in my head was two accidents for ... Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
I have officially just finished reading this entire thread from the beginning and all I can say is wow! You guys sound as though you are able to take a lot of things in stride, I can only hope I am that adaptable when the time comes. Bob, I ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Glad to hear it's working out Bob. So even with insurance you had to pay the motorbiker off eh? Something to just count as the cost of being a Gringo? Read More
A DAY IN THE LIFE by planner
With this thread I am asking THOSE WHO ACTUALLY LIVE HERE to create a post below describing their day! We want to share with others what is normal, typical and usual here! Please keep your posts informative and feel free to post often as our days ...
Happy Canada Day to Planner.... :D Read More
Residency before moving? by Canadian Sig
Hi All, After much thought and reading of your posts I think I have narrowed down what I want to do, I am just unclear if a)it is doable, and b) how to go about it and where to start if it is. Barring a terrible trip this Christmas and assuming ...
Hey Bob/Planner, thanks again. Our visit in December is during the last couple of weeks,(I'll PM Bob with details, we would love to buy him that lunch and beer!) but we are only there for a quick 2 weeks. We may, hopefully, get one more quick ... Read More
Residency before moving? by Canadian Sig
Hi All, After much thought and reading of your posts I think I have narrowed down what I want to do, I am just unclear if a)it is doable, and b) how to go about it and where to start if it is. Barring a terrible trip this Christmas and assuming ...
Thank you for all the advice. My plan, in a little less/more detail was to buy a 4x12 trailer, put the motorcycle and whatever personal items we wish to take (no appliances, very little furniture. It appears most houses sell/rent furnished) hook it ... Read More
Residency before moving?
Hi All, After much thought and reading of your posts I think I have narrowed down what I want to do, I am just unclear if a)it is doable, and b) how to go about it and where to start if it is. Barring a terrible trip this Christmas and assuming ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Thanks for the welcome all. We are quite looking forward to the trip. I've driven extensively in much of North Western Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan. I expect my driving skills will be put to the test judging from some of the Sosua video ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
We'll have to learn to speak civilian again I guess. ;) We just rented one of the Tradewinds Units from Rocky's, Bob. This is our first look at Sosua (The Mrs has been to Santo Domingo years ago) and we are planning to rent a car and ... Read More
General Chit Chat by planner
This is a new thread for us to capture the "chit chat". This is just to ramble, to engage in how are you's, to chat so that we don't get our other threads too far off topic!!!!! And would work for a base of referrals, recommendations or silly ...
Well, we booked flights and a condo in Sosua for Dec and are calling a recce rather than a vacation. We are both very excited to see the country and get a feel for whether or not we want to call it home next year. As we get closer to winter I'm ... Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Always good to "meet" other CF folks. :D Read More
Introduce yourself HERE! by planner
This thread is where you should introduce yourself. Tell us a little bit about you, where you live or where you want to live, how you came to this forum and how we can help you. When you need some answers: Check recent threads, if you cannot ...
Hello all. My name is Toby and I've been lurking and reading a fair bit and decided to sign up and join in. I'm a military member up here in Canada and was hurt overseas and am likely looking at a medical retirement in the next 24 to 36 ... Read More