bman
American expat in Dominican Republic
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American
Speaks English and am learning Spanish ( very slowly!! )
Registration: 08 March 2024
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Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@Tippj no problem - i love to drive - you will have to love Brazilian jazz and frequent stops for chicharron. Read More
Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@Flatlanders2025 If you have driven in a major city during rush hour it’s like that but the problem is it’s like that most of the time. The rush hour traffic in Santo Domingo is the worst. I can do it because I do not rattle. I drive in ... Read More
Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@Flatlanders2025 It will take skills to drive, if you can avoid being in the rush hour time zones , that will help. I use my gps every single day , the only one that seems to work reliably is google maps. I drive in Santo Domingo all the time I am ... Read More
Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@Flatlanders2025 Hello, I always use Full Throttle Rent A Car - they have good rates and most importantly, they have integrity. The main office is in Acropolis Center , but for an extra $30 dollars they will bring the car to the airport and meet you ... Read More
Dogs in the airport by tosharogers
Hello, my name is Tosha and I will be moving to Sosua from the States and with me will be my two dogs. Will I be able to fly into Puerto Plata International Airport with one as "cargo?" Thank you.
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Hello, I always use Full Throttle Rent A Car - they have good rates and most importantly, they have integrity. The main office is in Acropolis Center , but for an extra $30 dollars they will bring the car to the airport and meet ... Read More
Filling out the immigration e-Ticket form by wondering9
I can bug my lawyer if necessary but I'm hoping there's an easy/obvious answer to this. I have my initial visa (the one that allows me to come to the DR and apply for residency) only. So to the question on the e-Ticket "are you a foreigner ...
@planner Nor does the place you are staying in the Dr , pick what sounds logical to you and don’t worry about it. Print a hard copy of the e ticket and also send it to your email. Read More
Getting through SDQ with luggage, step by step by wondering9
So my questions are getting nitty-grittier the closer I get to takeoff ... I so appreciate everyone's advice, especially Planner's!I am trying to picture how this will work (at Santo Domingo airport) from the luggage carousel to the taxi. It has ...
The thieves will tell you uber is not allowed at the airport. That is a lie. Do not rent a car at the airport!!! Ever . If you need a car use full throttle agency near the blue mall. They are honest and reliable. Read More
Getting through SDQ with luggage, step by step by wondering9
So my questions are getting nitty-grittier the closer I get to takeoff ... I so appreciate everyone's advice, especially Planner's!I am trying to picture how this will work (at Santo Domingo airport) from the luggage carousel to the taxi. It has ...
@wondering9 well fella the porter will meet you at the carousel with a cart. The price is $10 us and worth it, they can normally blow right thru customs. Helpful if you have more than 3 bottles of wine in your luggage!! If you appear cool the ... Read More
Updates on club Jet Set by planner
As most should know, club Jet Set in Santo Domingo was the scene of a horrific tragedy. It was an upscale, very popular club. Current death toll now sits at 230.The fall out from this is considerable. The city has gone very quiet. Most clubs are ...
@planner I for one am VERY glad you did not go!! Sending my love and energy to the families of the fallen! Read More
FOODS/SHOPPING/ETC by itsnuthinbfree123
THE FOOD HERE IS GREAT THEY HAVE IT HOW EVER YOU LIKE IT, DON'T JUST DO ANY STREET VENDOR CHECK FOR CLEAN NAILS N FREQUENT HAND WASHING, THE COCONUT WATER IS OUT O THIS WORLD NO ICE, I ALSO GET THE FLESH TO SNACK ON OR BLEND AT HOME, IF BUY FRUIT ...
@planner so I am a tech guy, I read more than I speak and when I read all caps , I hear yelling. Honest I really do. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
@Francescamunroei hope it all falls into place for you friend . i will say this , you selected a good place to plant roots . the DR is paradise , with a few road bumps along the way. Thank goodness , there are many people on this site that will help ... Read More
Rude & Disrespectful Folks in Punta Cana by Conifer
no respect for personal space.no order, everyone cuts in linepeople look you up and down to judge you based on appearance.no smileno seeking to understandif they can cheat you off of 50 pesos at the market, they willno one follows instructionsyou ...
@rfmauroneas do i , i mean love this place. its an amazing country! Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
@UncleBuckduly noted sir. Your input is important to me. thank you! Read More
Container houses by hocevartomi
Buenos dias ,I am planning to get a small plot of land and put a container house on it, I have just started my research.I would do the majority my self but I dont know where to start paper-wise, what permits do I need, do I need an architect ...
Good Morning fellow expats! I like this subject as I am exploring ways to build housing on land and I like the idea of using modern building ideas to do so. Some of the container homes in the USA are quite clever and ascetically pleasing to the ... Read More
Cost of living in Dominican Republic in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Dominican Republic, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
@Steverino7777 amen brother! I agree 100% its a tropical paradise. beautiful country! Read More