Ian1272
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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House Sitters … Las Terrenas by Ian1272
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ...
Hi everyone We are not in Las Terrenas yet. Our home hasn't sold yet :(Its good to know that there are people who are available to house sit once we get down to Las Terrenas.In the meantime maybe current residents can use the ... Read More
Robotic Pool Cleaner by DeeJeeKing
Hello all.Does anyone have a robotic pool cleaner? Is it worth it?
Hi Rocky. Sounds amazing. I envision about living life in Las Terrenas everyday, and cant wait to retire to Las Terrenas :) Read More
Robotic Pool Cleaner by DeeJeeKing
Hello all.Does anyone have a robotic pool cleaner? Is it worth it?
Hey Denise, how often do you and Rocky enjoy your pool ? Are you in it everyday ?What temperature does it maintain by itself ?thanks Read More
Shipping EV to DR by Neil st surin
I want to ship my 2014 Tesla to DR. The rule is that cars can't be more than 5 years old. The rule is for ice vehicles for emission purposes. So if you have a car with no emissions does that rule still apply? I also read that there are different ...
This is a great topic. I understand there are lower custom/import rates for an electric vehicle. Does anyone know exactly how much savings there are in importing an electric vehicle into the DR ?I would like to know if you bring an electric ... Read More
Shower pressure/consistency?? by Tilton L
Sorry for the bland topic, but I've stayed in so many places in the DR and it seems like getting a good shower -- with great pressure, heat, etc. -- is SO HARD TO FIND - is that just "welcome to the DR!" or are there actually places/ways to have an ...
Thanks Dave !!Since you are using rain water, and rain water being soft water, do you guys use a water softner ? Read More
Shower pressure/consistency?? by Tilton L
Sorry for the bland topic, but I've stayed in so many places in the DR and it seems like getting a good shower -- with great pressure, heat, etc. -- is SO HARD TO FIND - is that just "welcome to the DR!" or are there actually places/ways to have an ...
Thanks Denise.Do you guys use a submersible pump in your cistern ?I am doing all my home work, on all aspects of building a villa, so when we finally get down to Las Terrenas we will have a good idea of everything we need to think about before ... Read More
Shower pressure/consistency?? by Tilton L
Sorry for the bland topic, but I've stayed in so many places in the DR and it seems like getting a good shower -- with great pressure, heat, etc. -- is SO HARD TO FIND - is that just "welcome to the DR!" or are there actually places/ways to have an ...
Hi Denise thanks for sharing this info with us. How many gallon cistern do most villas have ? Good to hear that rain water provides 99% of your required water. How does everyone Initially fill up their swimming pools ?What ... Read More
Shower pressure/consistency?? by Tilton L
Sorry for the bland topic, but I've stayed in so many places in the DR and it seems like getting a good shower -- with great pressure, heat, etc. -- is SO HARD TO FIND - is that just "welcome to the DR!" or are there actually places/ways to have an ...
There’s another consideration in this equation, and thats the flow. Most construction is 1/2” pipes.If you will be building your own villa, have put in the building plans 3/4” pipes from the supply into the villa all the way ... Read More
Robotic Pool Cleaner by DeeJeeKing
Hello all.Does anyone have a robotic pool cleaner? Is it worth it?
Check out Aiper Scuba S1 Pro. Read More
Internet Options by brodies2013
What's the best pay as you go internet option? Sometimes we need a mobile internet connection for the guest house that is too far from out internet. I'd like the option to have an altice or Claro 'hub/fob' that keeps guests connected...but this ...
@rfmarone this is a great community for sharing and learning :) Read More
Internet Options by brodies2013
What's the best pay as you go internet option? Sometimes we need a mobile internet connection for the guest house that is too far from out internet. I'd like the option to have an altice or Claro 'hub/fob' that keeps guests connected...but this ...
If your guest house in unobstructed site, you can use whats called a point to point wireless bridge.https://youtu.be/aSL-z6iR7m4?si=JHkAc93mHkQDDeoPWhen you hook up a wireless bridge your guest house would enjoy exactly the same internet and speed ... Read More
Internet Options by brodies2013
What's the best pay as you go internet option? Sometimes we need a mobile internet connection for the guest house that is too far from out internet. I'd like the option to have an altice or Claro 'hub/fob' that keeps guests connected...but this ...
Is your guest house in unobstructed sight of your main house ? Read More
Question about E-cigarettes by bonnie28
Would anyone be willing to tell me if Juul Pods can be purchased in Las Terrenas and where?
https://abcnews.go.com/US/teen-put-life-support-vaping-didnt-smoker/story?id=65522370Sorry for posting this :( Read More
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Time heals everything :)Thanks for updating us :) Read More
ICF Home Construction … by Ian1272
Are any builders building ICF home construction in the Dominican Republic ?ICF stands for Insulated Concrete Forms. Thanks
Great input. Thanks :) Read More
ICF Home Construction … by Ian1272
Are any builders building ICF home construction in the Dominican Republic ?ICF stands for Insulated Concrete Forms. Thanks
Thanks guys. As i understand it, ICF brings superior insulation which would benefit in both the cold and extreme heat of the summers in the DR, Hurricane proof for sure, but also the added bonus of being sound proof in the event of noisy ... Read More
ICF Home Construction …
Are any builders building ICF home construction in the Dominican Republic ?ICF stands for Insulated Concrete Forms. Thanks Read More
COVID BOOSTERS IN LAS TERRENEAS by goinforit
Does anyone know if they are still offering free Covid19 booster shots at Luz Y Fuerzain Las Terrenas ?
Are flu shots readily available in the DR ? Read More
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Just checking in with you :) How are you feeling ? Read More
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Hoping everything went real smooth for you and that your not in any discomfort, and keep in mind before you know it you will be dancing up that storm again :) Read More
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Hang in there and keep smiling :)You will be dancing up a storm, before you know it :) Read More
Personal Update by planner
Many of you know me in person as well as on here. I am active pretty much every single day. I will be away starting Monday December 11 as I am having surgery in Santo Domingo.Some weeks ago I damaged my left shoulder and it just kept getting worse. ...
Hope surgery goes well for you and a fast recovery.How long till you are back to normal ?Time to catch up on your favourite tv shows :) Read More
Vogue Magazine names Las Terrenas as the …
This Dominican Republic Beach Town Is the Best Caribbean Getaway You’ve Never Heard OfBY TEDDY MINFORDDecember 7, 2023https://www.vogue.com/article/las-terrenas-dominican-republic-guide Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
We have Starlink now here in Ontario Canada. As Uncle buck said, Starlink’s wireless router that it comes with is not very powerful to cover a large home. There is a Starlink specific router adapter that you can purchase separately from ... Read More
Dominican Republic Investment Guide-Retirees[B]Dull clash by planner
This person is in real estate and is not a lawyer.
WOW !!! I am shocked !!!!Both Planner and DDMcghee are among the best board members there are, and quite possibly ever will be !!!!They share their knowledge so openly and freely, and help everyone !!!!!I am sorry ladies, someone has taken this ... Read More
Bringing in a car through residency … by Ian1272
Oh no, is this another one of those, what do I have to do in order to import a car under the residency exemption ?Kind of, sort of, but not really …So it’s pretty much common knowledge the following under the residency ...
Thanks Rocky for sharing what you know :) This clears up the cloudiness for me. Thanks Willie, thanks to the both of you :) Read More
Bringing in a car through residency …
Oh no, is this another one of those, what do I have to do in order to import a car under the residency exemption ?Kind of, sort of, but not really …So it’s pretty much common knowledge the following under the residency ... Read More
House Sitters … Las Terrenas by Ian1272
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ...
@denisebonealessiHi Denise and David. Thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately we have yet to locate in Las Terrenas yet :(We have had our property for sale here in Canada since July 2022. Once it sells we are Las Terrenas bound. There’s ... Read More
My Spinal Surgery Experience in the DR by RockyM
As indicated in another thread I had spinal surgery on January 5, 2023, in Santo Domingo. I promised to write up my experience so hopefully others may benefit, if considering a major surgery here in the DR. The following is a brief recounting of my ...
Great to hear !!! Read More
My Spinal Surgery Experience in the DR by RockyM
As indicated in another thread I had spinal surgery on January 5, 2023, in Santo Domingo. I promised to write up my experience so hopefully others may benefit, if considering a major surgery here in the DR. The following is a brief recounting of my ...
Hey Rocky Hows your healing and recovery coming along ? Read More
Import tax exemption for solar energy equipment (Ley 57-07)? by Franco Guaguanco
Dears,we are planning out our move to the Dominican Republic, and want to make use of the duty free import of household goods when getting the residency. Our understanding is that these household goods would need to be in our possession/use for a ...
Great subject :) Read More
Health Insurance … by Ian1272
I remember reading on this board when I first discovered this board that there were no Health Insurance companies that would not start a policy if you were older than 65. I did read sometime after on this board, that someone had found a provider for ...
Thanks Planner for chiming in :) Read More
Health Insurance …
I remember reading on this board when I first discovered this board that there were no Health Insurance companies that would not start a policy if you were older than 65. I did read sometime after on this board, that someone had found a provider for ... Read More
My Spinal Surgery Experience in the DR by RockyM
As indicated in another thread I had spinal surgery on January 5, 2023, in Santo Domingo. I promised to write up my experience so hopefully others may benefit, if considering a major surgery here in the DR. The following is a brief recounting of my ...
First off, I am so happy for both you and Denise that this went as well as it has. I can only imagine the worry and stress all of this was on the two of you. Your continued sharing with us all here is amazingly wonderful. Thank you so very much ... Read More
Solar energy by jmorac
I just got a house in Punta Cana And I will like to install solar Pannels And batteries . My estimated daily consumption will be 60 KW per day . Any sugestion on who can provide it and install it?
Great news !!! Thanks Planner :) Read More
Solar energy by jmorac
I just got a house in Punta Cana And I will like to install solar Pannels And batteries . My estimated daily consumption will be 60 KW per day . Any sugestion on who can provide it and install it?
Wow a bunch to take in. Is this surcharge for solar users that supplement their power from all power supply companies across the entire Dominican Republic, or just certain areas ? Is this applicable to power supplies from electric suppliers in Las ... Read More
Recent Random Expat/Snowbird Experiences -- Punta Cana by ExpatRusher
Hi, all. I'm not a frequent poster...but I'm SO thankful for all of you that do post. We've benefited greatly from everyone's advice since 2019 when we first discovered expat.com/Dominican Republic (less 12 months spent in purgatory for ...
Great positive read , thanks for sharing :) Read More
Get well Rocky by planner
I want to take a moment to wish Rocky aka Dave aka ddmcghee's husband a quick recovery.He had back surgery this past week in Santo Domingo. I am sure both will tell us the good the bad and the otherwise of their experience once Dave is ...
Thanks for the update :)Time heals everything !!!Wishing you a speedy recovery :) Read More
Get well Rocky by planner
I want to take a moment to wish Rocky aka Dave aka ddmcghee's husband a quick recovery.He had back surgery this past week in Santo Domingo. I am sure both will tell us the good the bad and the otherwise of their experience once Dave is ...
How are you feeling Rocky ? Read More
Love possible with a DR, I'm in Canada...? by Honey0283
I can't get a man I met at the hotel out of my head. We talk everyday, anytime, from early morning to late all night. He showed me many pictures of His Life, gave me his address...But everyone told me to stop because all Dominicans just want to ...
The saying doesn’t mean or imply physical harm. What it means is when one seeks out revenge, it causes the person committing the revenge as much harm as intended for the other person … Read More
Love possible with a DR, I'm in Canada...? by Honey0283
I can't get a man I met at the hotel out of my head. We talk everyday, anytime, from early morning to late all night. He showed me many pictures of His Life, gave me his address...But everyone told me to stop because all Dominicans just want to ...
Confucius says, one who seeks revenge, should dig two graves … Read More
House Sitters … Las Terrenas by Ian1272
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ...
Thanks DDMcghee. Just trying to figure out things in advance, as to what’s doable and not. Read More
Get well Rocky by planner
I want to take a moment to wish Rocky aka Dave aka ddmcghee's husband a quick recovery.He had back surgery this past week in Santo Domingo. I am sure both will tell us the good the bad and the otherwise of their experience once Dave is ...
All the best Rocky !!! I truly hope surgery was successful. Wishing you a speedy recovery and hope your not in any pain or discomfort. Hang in there :) Read More
House Sitters … Las Terrenas by Ian1272
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ...
Great idea, willing to explore all avenues. With our animals there, we need someone to stay at the Villa, and care for our pets.There has to be some good honest people, animal lovers that would welcome and enjoy doing this and get paid to do ... Read More
House Sitters … Las Terrenas by Ian1272
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ...
Thanks for your replies :)Hopefully the website you posted, is approved for us to see the link. Read More
House Sitters … Las Terrenas
Its my wife’s and my intention to retire to and purchase a Villa in Las Terrenas, and travel back to Canada in the summer.Would it be difficult to find trustworthy, honest responsible person/couple to live in one’s Villa in Las Terrenas ... Read More
Love possible with a DR, I'm in Canada...? by Honey0283
I can't get a man I met at the hotel out of my head. We talk everyday, anytime, from early morning to late all night. He showed me many pictures of His Life, gave me his address...But everyone told me to stop because all Dominicans just want to ...
Think about what ? Read More
Love possible with a DR, I'm in Canada...? by Honey0283
I can't get a man I met at the hotel out of my head. We talk everyday, anytime, from early morning to late all night. He showed me many pictures of His Life, gave me his address...But everyone told me to stop because all Dominicans just want to ...
A similar scenario came up on here a couple of months ago.I am going to give you the same advice I gave that lady.Here it is. Step back from this situation for a second. Imagine what you just told us, was told to you by your bestest ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11417897/Princess-St-phanie-Monacos-ex-boyfriend-dead.html Read More
Posting Pictures …
Is it possible to post pictures on this forum ?if so how does one go about doing this ?Thanks :) Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
@ddmcghee At the risk of repeating myself, thank you so very much to both you and your husband for sharing your knowledge, experience and insight with me, and everyone else who reads this board. I have to admit, the last couple of days my thoughts ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
@willieweb yes my questions are feeding into fear/danger area, but what I am trying to determine if Las Terrenas is right for my wife and I. Maybe a gated community is best for us. A gated community that helps alleviate to a large degree the threats ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
Hmmmm …Denise, do your friends think they were targeted or the thieves just picked an area ?How common of a problem is this in Las Terrenas ? Uncle Buck I will private message you about transporting Large Dogs from Canada to the DR. Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
All great info, thanks everyone for sharing. We have two Great Danes that we will be bringing down with us, very large, very protective of us, and their barks are ferocious. It is our preference to live up in the hills. My wife and I ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
Thanks to all who have replied to this thread. Lots to consider and think about for sure …We we’re originally thinking about residing in a gated community, then a hill top over looking the ocean, now considering a gated community again. ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas … by Ian1272
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks
Thanks for sharing your insights and perspectives everyone. We don’t want to make this move and always be feeling we are going to get broken into :(Retirement is suppose to be relaxing and enjoying everyday, not continually looking over your ... Read More
Recent murder of expat in Las Terrenas …
Can anyone shed some more light on this please ? Is Las Terrenas still being considered safe for expats ?Thanks Read More
Pesticides on Fruits & Vegetables … by Ian1272
My wife and I were discussing differences in living in the DR vs Canada. We acknowledge there will be many differences. Some differences will be welcomed, some not so much …A big concern to my wife was is that there is no recycling ...
@TippjWe are so looking forward to experience all the new things in the DR. We want to live as happy and healthy as we can. There is so much to look forward to. I hope we live near you, where neighbours bring bags of mangoes over. Lol :) We will ... Read More
Pesticides on Fruits & Vegetables … by Ian1272
My wife and I were discussing differences in living in the DR vs Canada. We acknowledge there will be many differences. Some differences will be welcomed, some not so much …A big concern to my wife was is that there is no recycling ...
@jayroyf We remain hopeful :) Read More
Pesticides on Fruits & Vegetables … by Ian1272
My wife and I were discussing differences in living in the DR vs Canada. We acknowledge there will be many differences. Some differences will be welcomed, some not so much …A big concern to my wife was is that there is no recycling ...
@LT AmericanThanks for your addition to this. We will definitely be searching out Organic. We are hopeful we find an organic street farmer, but then again how will we really know purchasing from a street vendor. If we purchase a piece of property ... Read More
Pesticides on Fruits & Vegetables … by Ian1272
My wife and I were discussing differences in living in the DR vs Canada. We acknowledge there will be many differences. Some differences will be welcomed, some not so much …A big concern to my wife was is that there is no recycling ...
@planner thanks for your reply.Does anyone who is familiar with Las Terrenas know where organic, pesticide free fruits and vegetables can be purchased locally please ?Thanks :) Read More
Pesticides on Fruits & Vegetables …
My wife and I were discussing differences in living in the DR vs Canada. We acknowledge there will be many differences. Some differences will be welcomed, some not so much …A big concern to my wife was is that there is no recycling ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
@Robbie123this must be so exciting, getting Starlink and enjoying these speeds. I understand the speeds will continue to get faster and faster :))Enjoy it to the max !!! Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
This is so great to hear everyone is enjoying their Starlink in the DR. I have been waiting with my deposit paid for almost two years now here in Ontario Canada and Starlink is telling me it’s now middle of 2023 before we can get it here. I ... Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
@ddmcgheeThat is a huge surface for the wind to grab hold of, sounds beautiful though. A roll down shutter will be nice peace of mind for future storms :)It sounds like paradise where you built.Lets hope it’s a long time till Las Terrenas sees ... Read More
Residency before or construction by reyaudate51
Hi Everybody,I just acquired a 500 mt2 lot in Bavaro.i am waiting for the tile to be transferred under my name.should I apply for my residency before building or after?Thanks
@ddmcghee Were you happy with your builder? Would you use your builder if you were to build again ? Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
@ddmcghee Glad to hear you and Dave made it through Fiona all safe and sound :)Sorry to hear about the damage you have suffered. Do you have any thoughts on what you would do differently in the build of your new house, now having gone through Fiona ... Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Glad to hear your guys solar systems survived Fiona :) Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Thanks @Dominicanadamike for sharing with us how you have mounted your solar panels. Seems to have done the trick outlasting 2 hurricanes !!!! Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
@willieweb what can be done during installation to help ensure solar panels are safe during hurricanes please ? Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Thanks @ rfmaurone for the word to the wise. There are a couple people on here that have solar powered systems, it will be interesting to hear from them their experience once the Hurricane passes over. I hope their systems go through this unscathed. ... Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Landslides would be terrible !! Does that mean some Villas built up on hills could be washed away ? Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
@Tippj I do not have a solar system at this point. It is our desire upon purchasing a Villa in Las Terrenas to outfit the Villa with a Solar system. From my investigating @Tippj, the length of time the batteries will provide power is based on how ... Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Good morning Denise. Thanks for your update ! Great to hear you and Dave are alright. Thank goodness for Solar Power and battery back ups :) Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
All this news of orders and deliveries of Star Link in the DR, is very encouraging :) Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Here is another link to a live web cam at El Paseo Shopping Centre, Las Terrenas https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/dominican-republic/samana/las-terrenas/el-paseo.htmlHoping this link gets approved :) Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Check this live beach cam out at Playa Bonita[link under review]not sure where the link is disappearing to ??? Sorry if such links are not allowed :( Read More
Tropical Storm Fiona by planner
I am starting a thread for all of us to be aware. Currently she is off the east of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. She dipped a little south and has slowed her speed down.It is projected she could be near Hurricane strength when she ...
Thinking of you all !!!Hoping you all will be safe and sound !!!Please check in with us to let us all know you guys are ok :) Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
WOW !!! Uncle Buck, that’s amazing. Thanks for sharing. Were you able to give them an actual physical address, or were you able to get around that ? Read More
Possibly coming Down from US to visit GF for 14 days in La Romana by kschw9883
Any advice on what I need to prepare or what i need to bring with me would be appreciated
Party hats are a must to bring to this party 🎉 Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Will do @Karin1Having said that we hope we have sold our property here in Ontario and we will be down in Las Terrenas by the time Starlink has said in their email to me that it will be mid 2023 before the Starlink service will be available to us. Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Congratulations Uncle Buck !!! Cant wait to hear all your thoughts on your new Starlink :) Read More
Starlink Internet by Roryzion
Hello everyone I live in San Felipe Puerto Plata. Claro does not have fiber in my neighborhood (yet). Does anyone have a review of Starlink's service? The site shows it's available for my address in PP.
@scoldoc Hi there can you please tells us, did you use a street address, or coordinates or local intersection as your physical location ?Can you share with us please your upload and down load speeds ?Thanks Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
I signed up for Starlink as soon as it was said to be available here in Ontario Canada. They first told me I would get it December 2021. Then they emailed me telling me 2nd quarter of 2022. Just yesterday I received this email from them ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Hi Uncle Buck This is great news. Will you please keep us updated ?Thanks so much :) Read More
Recycling …
Yesterday was garbage day, here where I live in Ontario Canada. Every Monday in addition to putting out our garbage, I put two blue boxes out for recycling. One blue box for cardboard and paper, and a second blue box for cans, tins and ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Hi Dave, thanks for your input, any idea what sort of speed you are enjoying wit your dish service ? Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
I hope Starlink figures out something as lots of Dominican residents may not have physical addresses :)I hope wherever my wife and I end up living has access to fibre internet. We want to live up in the hills where it’s quieter and a beautiful ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update …
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican Republic. https://www.tesmanian.com/blogs/tesmanian-blog/dr[link under review] Read More
New Samana Cruise Port, How will that effect Las Terrenas? by Ian1272
I read with much interest the construction of the new Samana Cruise Port that will be completed in the end of 2023 or the beginning of 2024. How many day excursions, visitors will the cruise ships bring to Las Terrenas ? Will these cruise ship ...
Thanks Denise for your reply. I remain hopeful it doesn’t effect Las Terranas too badly. Snowinpalm, I am not familiar with Los Haitises, my focus is Las Terrenas. I researched how long of a drive the new cruise port is to Las ... Read More
New Samana Cruise Port, How will that effect Las Terrenas?
I read with much interest the construction of the new Samana Cruise Port that will be completed in the end of 2023 or the beginning of 2024. How many day excursions, visitors will the cruise ships bring to Las Terrenas ? Will these cruise ship ... Read More
SPORTS ON TV IN THE DR
@goinforit I have it on a Fire Stick. I know it can also be loaded on a Google Chromecast too. It can be loaded on to other devices as well. The way it is done on the FireStick is that you download a program called Downloader, then once you ... Read More
SPORTS ON TV IN THE DR
To learn more about this IPTV service, check out this link …https://www.reddit.com/r/AirTViptvtrial/comments/t0tfsg/reddit_top_10_reputable_iptv_providers2022/ Read More
SPORTS ON TV IN THE DR
@goinforit these new steaming devices are absolutely amazing. Home theatre is one of my hobbies, so I am up to date on this kinda stuff. A couple years ago streaming boxes were all the rage. But those streaming boxes were so frustrating !!! ... Read More
SPORTS ON TV IN THE DR by goinforit
I am wondering if there is any coverage of Canadian sports available in the DR. NHL hockey or CFL football. I assume there will be NFL football and Premier League soccer on cable or satellite. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
@goinforit you should contact nickmar to get a fire stick that he sells. We have one, not one from @nickmar , but one just like what he has, and not only does it have every channel on it from all different countries, all movies, pay per views, ... Read More
Solar Systems for homes by scot2022
I just purchased a home in Esperanza and am moving to Las Terenas permanently and would like to know of the best recommendation for a solar company. I want to make the home completely off grid and self sufficient. Can anyone offer some suggestions ...
What amount of money should someone budget for the cost of solar panel installation along with storage batteries, say for a 2000 sq/ft home to power everything from air conditioners, pool heaters and pumps along with lights and other necessary ... Read More
Home security on Las Terrenas by Freedmeister
We are in the process of buying an older house in the "El Centro" area. It has a low wall in the front and high wall on one side and the back where it borders hotel/Condo complexes. There is nothing between the neighbor's house, which ...
Thanks @ddmcghee as always for sharing your knowledge and experience, it’s greatly appreciated :) Read More
Home security on Las Terrenas by Freedmeister
We are in the process of buying an older house in the "El Centro" area. It has a low wall in the front and high wall on one side and the back where it borders hotel/Condo complexes. There is nothing between the neighbor's house, which ...
I am reading this thread with much interest, as within the next 5-8 months my wife and I are Las Terrenas bound. Is crime really high in Las Terrenas ? Are homes being constantly broken into ? Is it better to live in a gated community in Las ... Read More
HELP: Met someone in the DR and I don't know what his intentions are by travellinglady1429
Hello to everyone,This is my first time posting on a forum, desperate measures as I scour the internet to find out whether the intentions of the man I met in the DR are authentic or not. I vacationed to Punta Cana with a friend of mine about 3 ...
I am going to add my two cents worth here. First off, long distance relationships are the worst !!! You will get a much better return on your investment in your time and your heart in dating someone locally to you. From what you have ... Read More
Moving to Puerto Plata by Steverino7777
Hello , I currently spemd my winters in La Romana but there are few expats here. After working on the Spanish language for 5 winters, i am realizing i will always have difficulties communicating. I will be exploring Puerto Plata for a week in March ...
Tippj, we share the same sentiments towards safety. My wife and I do not hang out in bars or clubs, we are both really home bodies. When I researched Casa Linda, I liked that they have upwards of 48 security guards 24/7 continually patrolling ... Read More