RAMDADDY
Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic
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Canadian, Married
Speaks French
Registration: 16 October 2016
Saskatchewan by Bones123
Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?
Please remember this is my personal story. Im not wealthy but just planned like a mad man to make this happen. We have a conversation often and it goes like this. I wish I could drive here and get around on my own but Im afraid. Dominicans drive ... Read More
Saskatchewan by Bones123
Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?
This is going to be a bit of a book so my apologies in advance. Next observation you should make is that this is our story. Meaning my opinions and experience. Last is we followed. We blazed no trail. Others have been around a long time before us. ... Read More
Saskatchewan by Bones123
Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?
Not full time but my wifes dart partner for 7 months of the year is from Swift Current. Read More
Moving to Sosua Nov 2'17 for 6 months
Checkpoint Bar: Darts every Wed evening. During the busy months wonderful music on Thursdays. Jolly Roger: Music and great food. Casa Goethe: Spanish school. Nice folks. This would be high in fact priority on my list of things to do. These are a ... Read More
How has your life changed in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Dominican Republic? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your ...
Astray...Let me begin by thanking you. Sharing intimate pieces of our life is courageous. Takes a lot of heart to admit our challenges in life. They say not everyone who wonders is lost. It just takes some of us longer to connect the dots. I ... Read More
How has your life changed in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Dominican Republic? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your ...
Priscilla...Let me share as always with 1st hand experience. As always this experience is mine alone. People wanting to relocate should spend time and experience 1st hand. I believe the DR experiences we encounter dictate the betterment of our ... Read More
Banking in DR by StanR
Is it possible to open a account with Santa Cruz bank in Canadian dollars. I am in Canada now and cannot reach the bank to ask. I have a account with that bank but a US dollars account and Peso account. Thanks
Stan. you can send Canuck bucks. They will be converted into Pesos. Not sure my comment helps. Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
As always I begin with my observations only. I'm following in the footsteps of many others and where possible will try new myself. I wanted to read as much as possible from others before trying to live in another country. Not everything makes ... Read More
Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013
There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...
Colonel..thats a great point and Ive asked myself that for many years..It goes way back .. The History of Home Security. Bars on windows and doors is inexpensive. Home security has been a concern for humans as long as humans have had homes. For ... Read More
Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013
There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...
Great reading. I smile when long time travelers running between Nigeria to DR pipe in personal experiences. Its refreshing. Thank you!! Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Thank you for kind words. I can only speak for myself. Im at the airport waiting to depart. The weather in Canada is colder. I'm in blue jeans again. Consider this about the DR and its people. I have only 20 dollars USA. The lounge cost 25.00. ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Not being rude this advice is mine and mine alone. Im here a short time but spent 15 years planing this move. Im a newbie. I like to submit my own comments as a newbie. Listen closely to Planner and others on this site. Trust in their advice. Read ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Keep watching for replies. Read FAQ. Trust the information of Planner & Bob + many others on this forum. Take the time to wander around the north coast. We met a couple Friday evening from Europe living in a 250 month apt. We have a friend ... Read More
Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013
There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...
Stan. Back when I was moving about the world was different. A Canadian lapel pin meant much. Your working in places like Nigeria.... today?? Makes my travels like like daycare..lol Your in a league of your own requiring a special membership. ... Read More
Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013
There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...
I woke up the other night and had to scratch an itch on my back. Every itch reminds me of Marty my friend back in Red Deer now a quadriplegic. I asked last time we met what was the hardest thing in his life. He shared with me when he was recovering ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Stan. Bang on observations of Sosua. Grittier comes to mind. Like the old Las Vegas strip of today. The mayor {She} wants to clean up and bring more families into the region. That's going to be tough but so is she!! We are close enough to ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Spanish school..make sure you locate the Sosua campuss Casa Goethe..ask for Tina. The only link I could find was for the capital. Sosua is smaller and inexpensive to live for a few weeks. ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Thanks to all for your kind comments. My actions are not to dispense advice. Don't listen to someone who hasn't been around for long. I'm only sharing as I see it. Im stuck on this quote.. grain by grain a loaf..stone by stone a ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Bikerchick..my thoughts will be based on our brief time in the DR. I read tons in advance. Maybe too much. I asked a lot of questions like yours. Actually I asked real stupid questions. Thankfully people have patience like Planner and Bob + others. ... 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 ...
Thanks for posting your links. Ive opened a DR company to cover the Caribbean countries. Thank you Read More
Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013
There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...
This isn't a serious loss but none the less a theft. This is a gated community. We feel very good security. We had family fly back to the balmy climates of Fort McMurray. My wife did the laundry and hung sheets on the line out back. The line is ... Read More
Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823
Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...
Biker chick..MY wife and I ride assuming we are speaking motorcycles. WE rented out our home until May 2017 and traveling when in Canada in our 2003 F250 Diesel 445,000 km living among family and friends for business or in Dominican Republic. ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
go to "everything sosua" or "everything cabereta" Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
We left Sosua almost 4 weeks ago. Work. Currently in FT McMurray. Last 2 weeks between Calgary & here the weather has been Minus -35 to - 46 C most evenings. But its a dry cold if that possibly makes sense. WE are returning to Sosua this ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Dominican Republic is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your ...
I am by no means qualified to share any opinions in comparison to these long term residents. Planner and Bob + others are far more qualified. Read carefully. Listen to each. I will share my observations going into week three {3} of what should be ... Read More
Are you happy in Dominican Republic? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Dominican Republic? Do you feel happier today in your host country than ...
Of note..Day 1 we meet in person a Youtuber who speaks on the DR. I know him the moment he swings his scooter up to us. He knows we are fresh gringos..white meat and all. His business is knowledge and sharing. Take my card. A story can be told many ... Read More
Are you happy in Dominican Republic? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Dominican Republic? Do you feel happier today in your host country than ...
Bob. thank you and yes will follow that advice. Read More
Are you happy in Dominican Republic? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Dominican Republic? Do you feel happier today in your host country than ...
I just took a short survey here at the airport. 2 people are VERY happy to be boarding a plane in 45 minutes and heading to Sosua DR. Best wishes from family and friends have not stopped as we embark for the next 6 months in our test trial of moving ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
Thank you for kind words. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
Planner. Thank you and yes. All that wonder are not lost. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
StanR. Thanks for your kind reply. I found motivation when a friend 6 months away from full time R&R fell several steps and is now a quadriplegic. Shortly thereafter another was lucky to survive several ailments. We have looked and researched ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourself here 聳 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Dominican Republic forum? Don聮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 ...
My wife and I are leaving Ontario in 2 weeks heading to our rental house for the next 6 months. Its our 1st step in down sizing and moving towards life abroad. I will be traveling back and forth for work. We are taking several suitcases and diving ... Read More