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MikenSyl-Canucks

MikenSyl-Canucks

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Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic

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21

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3

About me

Canadian

Lives in Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata

Speaks English

Registration: 20 May 2017

About

Our Family just sold our house and we are in the presses of selecting where we are going to live (work free) for the next year. We have a 2 and a 4 year old Daughter and a young Puppy named Yagr. We would love to discuss your experiences and see if we can find the level of life enjoyment that makes you happy to be alive each and every day, surrounded by our family and new friends.
Interests: beach

Occupation

I am Employed.

My expat journey

canadadominican-republic
Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

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MikenSyl-Canucks
MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
8 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Thanks Planner! I am sure we will find them some friends. Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
8 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Oh glad you liked it. Maybe I can read your sometime. Did you keep a copy? Any advice would be appreciated. It also help to keep our friends and family updated instead of repeating the same stories over and over :) Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
8 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Sounds great Bob! It would be nice to finally meet you. Safe travels. Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
8 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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I have also started a blog as kind of a journal for our daughter as they are too young to remember. Also it is a great way for us to share our adventure with friends and family back home. The first 2 posts tell the story on our ups and down just ... Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
8 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Well we made it. Living in a wonderful Villa 100 meters from the beach in perla marina. Now we are looking to find friends for our daughters to play with. We moved here 3 weeks ago from Canada and have had a great time as a family exploring and ... Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Has anyone bought Asthma puffs in the DR? My wife uses the Blue and The Purple Blue here is like $350 Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Great info PandoraB! Thank you. We leave in 16 days. July 14th is our EV-Day! Extended Vacation Day. Yahooo!!! Does anyone live in Perla Marina or know anyone who does? We will have a car rented for the first week to do groceries, setup Bank ... Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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What about glasses and Contacts? We order contact from Clearly Contacts. Wonder if I can get them delivered to DR? Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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How about children medicine. Ie: chewable tylenol, advil or allergy medication? Do they have these? are they expensive? Or should I pack enough for the year and bring it? Does anyone stream movies with a Kodi Android box? What internet speed ... Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Banking: What should the letter from the Bank say? Is there a template? Somewhere I can find this information? I have been warned away from Reserva. Told progresso has short lineups and that Popular may be the best all around Bank. Popular its ... Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Re-asking this questions: Regarding flights. My understanding is that we need proof of a return (exiting) flight to enter DR? So we book a return flight, then cancel it when we arrive? Is that the normal process? Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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How have you handled Money? Do you open a bank account? Do you bring US dollars or DR Pesos? Should I exchange it at home or in the DR? Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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The Villa I think we are going to rent does not have a safe. It has a security system for the house though. How would you handle this. Buy your own safe? Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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And if we are not. What happens when we do return? Read More

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MikenSyl-Canucks replied to a thread
9 years ago
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House is sold...bags are packed...now where will be call our new home. by MikenSyl-Canucks

Hello from Canada! My name is Michael and my wife is Sylvia. I am an IT professional and she is a teacher. we have just sold our house and are resigning tomorrow. HURRAAYYY!!! We have a 2 year old and a 4 year old, both girls. Also have a ...

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Also, regarding flights. My understanding is that we need proof of a return (exiting) flight to enter DR? So we book a return flight, then cancel it when we arrive? Is that the normal process? Regarding OHIP, is it true we have to return every 6 ... Read More