JD
@JDM222
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Registration: 20 November 2014
Hola my DR friends
I've been away for a while. How can I set up my homepage here, to bring up the most recent chats at the TOP? ...versus having to have to search for them? Signed, driving me crazy in Sarasota:) Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Dominican Republic by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Dominican Republic. What recommendations ...
The North Coast is still in my plans in 4.5 years......versus 5 years when I first joined this great site. The pure pressure of needing to go to the beach daily, is starting to effect my thinking about retiring there now. I was hoping, that I ... Read More
3500 new Hotel Rooms to be built in DR by German Investors by JDM222
Foreign investors to build 3,500 hotel rooms in the Dominican Republic dominicantoday.com Santo Domingo.- The head of the State-owned Reservas bank on Wednesday said a business team has met in Berlin with groups of investors who plan to build 3,500 ...
I was just trying to share some potentially good news, sorry. Read More
3500 new Hotel Rooms to be built in DR by German Investors
Foreign investors to build 3,500 hotel rooms in the Dominican Republic dominicantoday.com Santo Domingo.- The head of the State-owned Reservas bank on Wednesday said a business team has met in Berlin with groups of investors who plan to build 3,500 ... Read More
Top 10 Reasons to Live on the North Coast of the DR< feel free to add
1) Nice warm Weather, no snow or ice, good for arthritis 2) People are very friendly 3) Beach, Fishing and Water Activities 4) Countryside, Nature 5) Affordable local food 6) Friendly folks, the locals and the ex-pats 7) Affordable health care and ... Read More
ONLY THE GOOD STUFF by planner
I was motivated by someone else's comment about good customer service. So I am creating a new thread. THIS thread is only about good stuff, good news, good service, good products, good anything....... Got it............ Tell us about your ...
When I first went to the North Coast, I was flying into POP by myself, just got a divorce, about 8 years ago, and I had a reservation at an all inclusive spot. I met this gentleman on the plane that had an Apartment at Las Canas with some of his ... Read More
What is so special about Cabarete & Sosua that most expat settle there by drtuttle
I have this curiosity since I went there once, while on vacation and It didn't impress me. I must admit that the place is gorgeous in terms of Wilderness. I have spent some time in the mountains with some friends when I returned to the Island ...
Good luck to you drtuttle in one of the other DR provinces. We like our little provinces here on the North Coast and maybe you can visit sometime:) Read More
What airline you prefer when traveling from or to D.R.? Why? by drtuttle
Please elaborate on your answer. Something like which one is more flexible in all aspects like modifications in your travel dates, affordable price, baggage allowance, customer service etc.. All your answers could help others in choosing the ...
But there is greed everywhere, I think the particular deal with high POP airline fares and American's hold there has a particular odor and specific corruption, kick back smell to it. Read More
Crime by tp3813
Well apparently I am now living in the most dangerous country in the world :-) At least according to one guy. Was going to post the Link but apparently that鈥檚 not allowed on here, so I believe. Anyway title of the page was 鈥淒R the most ...
Metrics are metrics, no more and no less. There is indeed a direct correlation between homicides and the overall crime rate. These stats tell me that the DR is safer than a lot of Caribbean countries and since I lived in the USVI for 5 years with ... Read More
Crime by tp3813
Well apparently I am now living in the most dangerous country in the world :-) At least according to one guy. Was going to post the Link but apparently that鈥檚 not allowed on here, so I believe. Anyway title of the page was 鈥淒R the most ...
For some perspective on homicides in different countries and islands, I found the following statistics, 0 is no homicides and the highest is 90. And I just picked a few, for all countries, you can google "world crime". Honduras - ... Read More
Crime by tp3813
Well apparently I am now living in the most dangerous country in the world :-) At least according to one guy. Was going to post the Link but apparently that鈥檚 not allowed on here, so I believe. Anyway title of the page was 鈥淒R the most ...
Here are some of the best Tips I've read here over the last few months for safety: * Secure your home! * always carry Mace(and have it on bed side table) * keep a machete in the house * do NOT go out at night alone if you are a woman and if a ... Read More
Telecommunting/Virutual Positions Which Can be worked from North Coast
I've been looking for online/telecommuting positions and I found 1 really good, certified website called flexjobs.com. You do have to pay for it, but they are real pros and I don't have any vested interest in referring them. This site ... Read More
Recent NEWS, Changes and Happenings...... by planner
Another new thread which I will sticky, where we can post Big news, Law Changes, and other Major Happenings!
.....the government can't force American Airlines or other airlines lower their rates, but they do have the authority to open up POP Airport to other carriers. Read More
Recent NEWS, Changes and Happenings...... by planner
Another new thread which I will sticky, where we can post Big news, Law Changes, and other Major Happenings!
The government needs to open up the Puerto Plata airport to Spirit Airlines, that would do wonders. But somebody in high places is getting paid off NOT to do so. Read More
Visiting Dominican Republic by saarao
Hello, I'm not sure if this is the best forum to ask when we are just coming to DR for two weeks but any advice would be helpful. So we are young couple from Europe and coming to DR on the beginning of January. We have only flights to Puerto ...
Hi there, You will have a great time on the North Coast. If I was you, I would go from the airport straight to Sosua and spend some time there, while you plan the rest of your trip. Then you might want to visit Cabarete for a few days, both 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 ...
Cockroaches won't hurt you and they love the tropical weather, including here in Florida...lol. The key is to keep your house spotless and to spray every other week. Have ya'll seen any "trouble" as you move around the island ... Read More
I'm a bit jealous of my new friends that are living there now:)
Happy Holidays to all my new friends that I've met here on this terrific North Coast blog and I wish I was there:) I look forward to reading posts about what all is going on there during this Holiday Season. HoHoHo from JD. 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 ...
Great to see posts from folks actually on the ground and exploring the opportunities and challenges. Hope to read more. JDM222 Read More
planning to move to Cabarete - cost of living by therealsabra
Hi, I am planning to move to Cabarete to work at a non-profit pre-school starting next May (2015) or August. I am originally from Dallas, Texas and came to this forum while drafting a budget to figure out what my year in Cabarete will cost. So far, ...
therealsabra, if you will message me, I can send you the budget that I put together, after getting a lot of feedback from the Expert here and Bob K and Gypsy and 2-3 other folks. It's pretty fine tuned at this point they told me. Your current ... 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 wish I was on the North Coast tonight. Read More
Legal: Landlord Recourse from unruly Renters by Seahols1
We own a home in Sosua/Cabarete area. Our home is managed by someone. The renter left, but our home was in horrible shape after the renter left. Is there legal recourse we could take besides keeping the deposit --- the damage was more than the ...
Planner said it right, Renters in the DR have such strong rights! That's why I stated earlier, that the odds of recovering what you are owed there and getting the renters to pay your attorney fees also, are slim and none. I believe that going ... Read More
Legal: Landlord Recourse from unruly Renters by Seahols1
We own a home in Sosua/Cabarete area. Our home is managed by someone. The renter left, but our home was in horrible shape after the renter left. Is there legal recourse we could take besides keeping the deposit --- the damage was more than the ...
As a Realtor with a law degree, I think you have it right when you say you would be wasting your time to go after the tenant for more than the deposit. Renting out your home anywhere is tricky and all due diligence must be used, including making a ... Read More
Hiring personel for rehab center in cabarete by canadianrehab
Hi guys am new to this forum , Living in Cabarete,part of a new challenging Canadian run Rehab center due to open in January currently Hiring personel specialised in addiction treatments,and others ,still few posts available if expats ...
I thought this particular blog link was for all matters, concerning the North Coast, whether it be related to shipping stuff, housing, "a day in the life", tips on this and that, and jobs. I for one, am happy to see specific job ... Read More
Hiring personel for rehab center in cabarete by canadianrehab
Hi guys am new to this forum , Living in Cabarete,part of a new challenging Canadian run Rehab center due to open in January currently Hiring personel specialised in addiction treatments,and others ,still few posts available if expats ...
Nice talking to you Claude. I think your facility will do fantastic! Read More
Hiring personel for rehab center in cabarete by canadianrehab
Hi guys am new to this forum , Living in Cabarete,part of a new challenging Canadian run Rehab center due to open in January currently Hiring personel specialised in addiction treatments,and others ,still few posts available if expats ...
Thanks Claude, I just sent you an email through your website and gave you my direct email address. Planner, If you are legal to work, once you "apply" for a residencia, can you do the application process in one day by going through an ... Read More
Hiring personel for rehab center in cabarete by canadianrehab
Hi guys am new to this forum , Living in Cabarete,part of a new challenging Canadian run Rehab center due to open in January currently Hiring personel specialised in addiction treatments,and others ,still few posts available if expats ...
HI there. My brother is an experienced drug/alcohol counselor, he currently works at a state facility in Texas. How would he apply for a position? Thanks. JD Read More
Best way to get items shipped to DR by lehmansa
I need a small package to be shipped from Canada (Toronto) to San Francisco de Macoris. What shipping/courier companies do you recommend? A fair-priced company would be awesome, and I do not mind going to that company to pick up the package when it ...
I hear you Bob, I'm not one to go out past a mile, and that needs to be in pretty calm weather. I can do just fine from the beach or a pier if it is windy that day:) Read More
Best way to get items shipped to DR by lehmansa
I need a small package to be shipped from Canada (Toronto) to San Francisco de Macoris. What shipping/courier companies do you recommend? A fair-priced company would be awesome, and I do not mind going to that company to pick up the package when it ...
Thanks Darlene and Bob! That sounds like I can bring in what I need, in heavy/well packed suitcases on the airplane the first trip I make. I saw the recent VISA overstay fees and they still seemed cheap to me?..... and we all know about how the ... Read More
Best way to get items shipped to DR by lehmansa
I need a small package to be shipped from Canada (Toronto) to San Francisco de Macoris. What shipping/courier companies do you recommend? A fair-priced company would be awesome, and I do not mind going to that company to pick up the package when it ...
Question: How would you experts plan to move "the basics", no car/no furniture, just clothes/office equipment/golf clubs/misc stuff/lean and mean? When I move there, I will just overstay my VISA if that is still the law, come back to US ... Read More
Economy of the North Coast? by JDM222
Good morning all. I've read some strings that talk about the slow down in the travel industry in Puerto Plata, is this true? Was 2014 a slow year tourist year for the North Coast? Since the US Economy is rebounding well and Europe too, I ...
That sounds good Bob, everybody in Texas thinks the only good, quick get away is Cancun/Cozumel or Belize. And I guess I understand why, b/c it costs them $600 to fly to PP vs $300 to fly roundtrip to Mexico on a typical fare. Read More
Economy of the North Coast? by JDM222
Good morning all. I've read some strings that talk about the slow down in the travel industry in Puerto Plata, is this true? Was 2014 a slow year tourist year for the North Coast? Since the US Economy is rebounding well and Europe too, I ...
Well that explains it then, the lagging European economies are negatively affecting the travel business on the North Coast. If the DR could get some direct flights from more major US Cities, it would sure help, like from Dallas, Houston and Tampa. Read More
Retiring early on US Social Security, at age 62: Sosua vs Sarasota by JDM222
Thanks so much to Bob and Planner/Expert and others for the great threads and information on the North Coast. After redoing my budget for living on North Coast, listening to good advice here . and adjusting my Budget up a bit for housing and after ...
Thanks for the message pmey27, after more consideration and a closer look at my budget and the cost of living in Sosua, Sosua is indeed back into the picture. Thanks to the bloggers here who helped me so far, Darlene, Bob and Gypsy. Read More
Economy of the North Coast?
Good morning all. I've read some strings that talk about the slow down in the travel industry in Puerto Plata, is this true? Was 2014 a slow year tourist year for the North Coast? Since the US Economy is rebounding well and Europe too, I ... Read More
Retiring early on US Social Security, at age 62: Sosua vs Sarasota
Thanks so much to Bob and Planner/Expert and others for the great threads and information on the North Coast. After redoing my budget for living on North Coast, listening to good advice here . and adjusting my Budget up a bit for housing and after ... Read More
Current Crime Picture on the North Coast by JDM222
Hi guys, new member here. I've been to the North Coast 7 or 8 times, usually for a week at a time. I've never seen one bar fight, mugging or any crime.....and I do go out at night. I'm considering moving there when I retire in 5 ...
Thanks Massagewiz. I may need to throw a little party for the Police Captain. Somebody I met who moved there about 10 years ago, did this at his Apartments pool area, spent like $500 and he told me that it was the best investment he ever ... Read More
I'm JD from Tampa
HI there, I just joined this blog and really like it so far. In 5 years, when I am 62, I will take early SS retirement and move to the North Coast, probably Sosua or Cabreate. My best friend is Dominican and his parents live in Santiago. ... Read More
Current Crime Picture on the North Coast by JDM222
Hi guys, new member here. I've been to the North Coast 7 or 8 times, usually for a week at a time. I've never seen one bar fight, mugging or any crime.....and I do go out at night. I'm considering moving there when I retire in 5 ...
Thanks Bob, that's kinda what I was thinking, just keep your nose clean and be careful and smart. I lived in St. Croix for 5 years and I saw alot more trouble in St. Croix than I have on the North Coast. What are your top few places to have ... Read More
Current Crime Picture on the North Coast
Hi guys, new member here. I've been to the North Coast 7 or 8 times, usually for a week at a time. I've never seen one bar fight, mugging or any crime.....and I do go out at night. I'm considering moving there when I retire in 5 ... Read More