Terryo
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Lives in Sosúa, Puerto Plata
Registration: 25 February 2021
Condo rental Puerto Aventuras
Hi, my wife and l are coming to Playa del Carmen the week of April 05 2023 for 1 week vacation, we areinterested in renting a Condo in Puerto Aventuras in 2024 February and March, preferably 2 bedroomground floor , close to beach, restaurants, ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
You have not looked into Airbnb prices in Punta Cana they are astronomical , that’s why we chose Juan Dolio beachfront supposedly Luxury unit , we got scammed lesson learnt at my expense , will never use Airbnb again . Never said it was a ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
You have to pay to book Airbnb in advance of your booking we reserved this months ago, and paid $4400 cdn. In advance for the first month, this wasn’t a $50 a night motel room it was supposed to be a luxury suite, if you saw the pictures it ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
Hi , have arrived in Dom. Rep. been here 2 weeks now and have gone through 2 weeks of absolute stress , with a rental which was a dump not as advertised, have relocated after being evicted given 20 hrs to vacate ongoing nonsense with Airbnb, Now ... Read More
Noise and the DR - Be Warned by Guest2022
Excess noise is a common complaint from expats living and visiting the Dominican Republic. Living in the capital can be painful for those who like peace and tranquility. The noise from constant traffic alone can be uncomfortable, but add to that ...
Managed to pick up some earplugs for us all tonight, if they work great if not maybe hitting the rum….. Read More
Noise and the DR - Be Warned by Guest2022
Excess noise is a common complaint from expats living and visiting the Dominican Republic. Living in the capital can be painful for those who like peace and tranquility. The noise from constant traffic alone can be uncomfortable, but add to that ...
First Saturday night in D.R. Juan Dolio, all 3 of us are up , All night music blasting around these towers from a Colmado across the road from us, it is 3-20 a.m and has just stopped, All night Karaoke , l guess earplugs are on our shopping list. Read More
Pricesmart by Finnigan
Good morning Does anyone know if Pricesmart Santiago delivers to Sosua? We have tried calling, but no one at the customer service desk seems to know. Just thought that if we could order on line and have it delivered, we could save the day and $150 ...
Thanks, will join on our first shopping excursion…… Read More
Pricesmart by Finnigan
Good morning Does anyone know if Pricesmart Santiago delivers to Sosua? We have tried calling, but no one at the customer service desk seems to know. Just thought that if we could order on line and have it delivered, we could save the day and $150 ...
Thanks, the reason l asked is we used it often in Panama at Pricesmart. Can you purchase a temporary short term membership here in Dom. Rep. Read More
Pricesmart by Finnigan
Good morning Does anyone know if Pricesmart Santiago delivers to Sosua? We have tried calling, but no one at the customer service desk seems to know. Just thought that if we could order on line and have it delivered, we could save the day and $150 ...
Can anyone please tell me if your Costco card is accepted at Pricesmart , in Dom. Rep. TIA. Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
Hi, l am not nor do l have any plans on living in D. R. , I am though coming on vacation for an extended stay after reading various posts on this site and watching recent you tube videos of current residents I merely stated that there seems to be ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
Monetarily it was not a great amount but it was still quadruple to what was agreed to still a scam no matter which way you cut it, as for the blah blah blah scams the videos l watched were real people in D.R.not third party here say , just ... Read More
Scams in D.R. by Terryo
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ...
Thanks for the info, have been scammed while in Panama most foreigners are too trusting, we had a Taxi driver take four guys on a 10 min. drive to a restaurant before leaving we asked how much he replied $8 even though that was high we thought ok ... Read More
Scams in D.R.
Have we made a mistake, my wife and l arrive next week for 3 months from Canada. We have visited 5 times before over the years at different resorts this is the first time for an extended stay, l am coming with some trepidation after watching ... Read More
Cell phone providers by SFP203
Who is the best cell phone service provider and is it easy to get a cell phone contract? What does one need to do/show to get a contract. Thanks
Thanks for the magic jack info, coming to D.R in a few weeks for 3 months just ordered a magic jack to bring with me so l can call back to Canada and the U.S. thanks again , Terry. Read More
Uber in Bavaro/Punta Cana by Guest2022
As some of you may be aware Uber and other digital taxi formats have been regulated very recently and and limitations on where they can pick up passengers has been defined - 1 kilometre from any location where tourist taxi companies are located - ...
Can anyone recommend a taxi service from Punta Cana airport to Juan Dolio , Late Evening Jan 02 Sun. And expected cost , 2 Passengers + baggage , TIA. Read More
COVID-19 by Guest2022
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51611422 https://www.diariolibre.com/actualidad/la-organizacion-mundial-de-la-salud-alerta-sobre-riesgo-de-pandemia-IC17269212 [b]Coronavirus: World should prepare for pandemic, says WHO[/b] Worrying signs, with ...
Until people get vaccinated this will be a recurring worldwide problem. Read More
What is required to enter Dom. Rep. by Terryo
Hi , my wife and l are coming for an extended 90 day stay, can anyone inform us as to what we need before we leave Canada , ie vaccinations, visa, thanks.
Switching flights to eliminate stop in U.S , flying direct from Canada to Punta Cana thereby eliminating need for Covid test just vaccinations proof required, but have to travel from there to Juan Dolio during late night not looking forward to ... Read More
What is required to enter Dom. Rep. by Terryo
Hi , my wife and l are coming for an extended 90 day stay, can anyone inform us as to what we need before we leave Canada , ie vaccinations, visa, thanks.
Follow up on my inquiry, just spoke with American Airlines and as we have a stop in Miami on our flight we now also need Covid test additional cost of $300 cdn, Read More
What is required to enter Dom. Rep. by Terryo
Hi , my wife and l are coming for an extended 90 day stay, can anyone inform us as to what we need before we leave Canada , ie vaccinations, visa, thanks.
Thank you all for the info, l knew we were allowed to stay 30 days was not sure what the procedure was for extending to 90 days. Read More
What is required to enter Dom. Rep.
Hi , my wife and l are coming for an extended 90 day stay, can anyone inform us as to what we need before we leave Canada , ie vaccinations, visa, thanks. Read More
No longer moderating by planner
I have resigned the volunteer position of moderating these forums. For somewhere around 14 or 15 years I have mostly enjoyed the roll. I have met a lot of new people and for that I am grateful. I am done being accused of various things. Now I ...
Sorry to hear your decision, now you can speak your mind, It must feel good to take in a good deep breath……. Read More
Insurance over 65 by planner
This has been discussed multiple times here on the forums. Its fairly easy to get coverage under age 65 but almost nothing available over 65. Well now there is! I have a group package available to expats for anyone from age 50 and up to ...
Hi, does this medical insurance cover short term stay ? My wife and I are both over 70 and will be visiting for 3 months this coming winter. TIA ….. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
Thanks for the information, l will check it out….. Read More
Medical coverage by Scorpiana
I’ve read about medical plans in the DR and some say skip it and get international insurance-has anyone tried their health care. How about meds-do they have all of the same drugs we have in the U.S?
Good information, l did ask this question about short term insurance but l think l posted it on the wrong thread, my wife and l are vacationing Jan,feb, and mar. are we eligible for insurance both over 70 and any idea of cost and coverage, Thanks. Read More
Networking, or what we used to call meeting people. by jdah411
Here checking out condo in New Juan Dolio that I m buying. Offer accepted closing on 15 Aug. Am gonna be spending lots of time here. I m here till 24th and asking if anyone would like to get together for coffee or cerveza. It will likely be of ...
Congratulations on your new purchase, my wife and l are hopefully going to spend Jan.feb. Mar. In Juan Dolio to escape our Canadian winter,we have already reserved an Airbnb condo.Fingers crossed COVID doesn’t interfere with our plans, please ... Read More
Currency exchange by Terryo
Hi , can anyone tell me the easiest way to exchange Canadian currency while on an extended stay in D.R. Don’t want to exchange twice into U. S. and then to Pesos , or can you just use a credit card when needed at an ATM machine, don’t ...
Thanks for the information, already have Scotiabank account so will use that, have also rented for next winter so all set, thanks everyone for your tips. Read More
Currency exchange
Hi , can anyone tell me the easiest way to exchange Canadian currency while on an extended stay in D.R. Don’t want to exchange twice into U. S. and then to Pesos , or can you just use a credit card when needed at an ATM machine, don’t ... Read More
Condo rental by Terryo
Hi , we posted a search for a 2 bedroom beachside condo last month we are looking at El Cortecito Area , La Turquesa or similar. We are planning ahead for next year Jan 02 2022 Feb, Mar, Apr.03 2022 91 days total. Must haves , Pool , on the beach or ...
Thanks, how would l find her contact information? Read More
Condo rental
Hi , we posted a search for a 2 bedroom beachside condo last month we are looking at El Cortecito Area , La Turquesa or similar. We are planning ahead for next year Jan 02 2022 Feb, Mar, Apr.03 2022 91 days total. Must haves , Pool , on the beach or ... Read More
Rental Playa Turquesa Bavaria by Terryo
Hi my wife and l have narrowed our search for a rental condo to Playa Turquesa Bavaro, We are looking for a 2 bedroom at the beach , with available lounge chairs pool etc. Our budget is $2500- $2800 Cdn. Per month. For Jan. Feb. Mar. 2022. Any ...
Already sent email to Javier, didn’t mention anniversary or discount obviously not good at this , thanks Kathy. Read More
Rental Playa Turquesa Bavaria by Terryo
Hi my wife and l have narrowed our search for a rental condo to Playa Turquesa Bavaro, We are looking for a 2 bedroom at the beach , with available lounge chairs pool etc. Our budget is $2500- $2800 Cdn. Per month. For Jan. Feb. Mar. 2022. Any ...
That’s what we thought, but the prices we have been quoted seem quite high so we thought we would try the expat forum , here’s hoping , we will be celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary in January so kind of looking for that special ... Read More
Rental Playa Turquesa Bavaria
Hi my wife and l have narrowed our search for a rental condo to Playa Turquesa Bavaro, We are looking for a 2 bedroom at the beach , with available lounge chairs pool etc. Our budget is $2500- $2800 Cdn. Per month. For Jan. Feb. Mar. 2022. Any ... Read More
Vacation Condo rental long term by Terryo
Hi my wife and l both seniors from Ontario Canada, are looking for a 3 month rental preferably beachfront 2 bedroom condo at a resort type property, close to shopping restaurants, bars etc. Online they seem expensive would it be better to arrive in ...
Thank you so much for your perspective and information, we may come to D. R. In advance and check things out, we are interested in the new project named Dream city near Sosua , not sure if the construction has started yet . Thanks Again, Terry & ... Read More
Vacation Condo rental long term
Hi my wife and l both seniors from Ontario Canada, are looking for a 3 month rental preferably beachfront 2 bedroom condo at a resort type property, close to shopping restaurants, bars etc. Online they seem expensive would it be better to arrive in ... Read More