Andy Smith
@Scuba Andy
English expat in Dominican Republic
Forum posts
37
Contacts
6
About me
English
Lives in Bavaro
Speaks English Spanish and some French
Registration: 05 May 2012
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...
Hi Namarra. We have lived in Punta Cana for 7 years now and are just about to sell our house and move to Jarabacoa.. If you need any information about the area I would be happy to help. Read More
See you in Jarabacoa by Pierre Rep Dom
Hello. I'M an animator at the French forum in the Dominican Republic. I propose to know, as well as the French, but also the Spanish, as well as the English, who are linked by the site 天美麻豆. We Will Leave the virtual aspect of the ...
Hi Pierre.. Yo se que este post es un poco viejo pero quiero saber si hay informacion o un blog como eso sobre viviendo en Jarabacoa. Queremos mover A JARABACOA y necisitamos conocer el area y personas que viven alla antes.. Muchas gracia Andy Read More
Jarabacoa by Launica
Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...
Hey there.. Thanks for that.. I think we will be looking at buying land in a gated area but still in the open.. Somewhere with 24 hr security.. Realise we will have to pay a maintenace fee but safety is more important. Those break ins with guns are ... Read More
Jarabacoa by Launica
Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...
I have lived in the DR for nigh on 20 years now, most recently in Punta Cana / Bavaro and prior in Cabarete Puerto Plata.. I am now getting weary of the heat and my wife and I are looking to retire to Jarabacoa or some other mountainous area where ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...
There are many banks here that wil change pesos to dollars and also casa de cambios ... or money exchange shops. You can also have a $ account here too. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...
Hey there.. There is a mechanic called Greg in Sosua and he is very good at locating very reliable and trustworthy cars as he checks them himself.. Gregs Garage.. Ask any expat in the Sosua area and they are bound to know him Read More
Strange Situation (Please Help) by JungleL
I'm at the edge of my sanity here and was wondering if anyone would be able to assist me at all. So the situation is as follows; about two years ago my father (a British citizen) kinda took off on my family and moved to the Dominican Republic ...
Hi there.. I live in Bavaro and have not heard of any UK cit dying. Normally if there is a murder it will be everywhere but if natural causes not so.. Here is an e mail address of the British foreign office that you can try.. She was very helpful ... Read More
Girlfriend experience in dominican republic
Not condoning prostitution in any way but if you have lived here for many years you will also know the problem is not exacerbated from foreign men paying for sex....they are actually helping the situation with many of these young girls.Many girls I ... Read More
Girlfriend experience in dominican republic
I agree with Bob..Pay for sex if you need to but never say that shes your girlfriend..When in your own country have you ever paid a "girlfriend " for sex and to be around and cook and clean for you..NEVER.. As Planner said..All the girls ... Read More
Can someone please comment on all the various courier services in D.R. by PARADISECAT
Greetings guys. I know this topic has been mentioned before, but was wondering if some of the main contributors could list the various courier services and the experiences they have had, both good and bad. I recall a few members raving about one ...
I have used BM Cargo and have not had any problems with them.. They are located in the New Mall on the side of the Sunix gas station Read More
Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa
Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!
Just saw your profile and saw you like golf and are an investor.. I love golf although have not played here yet and am an independent trader of the forex market from my home office. Looks like we have some things in common to start with Looking ... Read More
Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa
Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!
Hey there... Great to hear from you.. Would love to meet you and your family.. Contact me on smithajd@hotmail.com nearer the time when you are here and we can arrange something.. Andy Read More
Car accident yesterday! by planner
Yes, I had a car accident yesterday. We have had a lot of questions lately about driving and insurance so here is a first hand account! I was driving north at 11:40 am, slowed at the entrance to Universidad O Y M and stopped, I looked and ...
So glad to see you are OK..It seems you got off lightly in this instance as many times multiple witnesses come forward to counter the extranjero's account in support of the victim and the foreigner is required to pay an awful lot of money to ... Read More
Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa
Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!
Hi there.. I am not American but from England.. I am married to a Dominican who speaks fluent english and we have a son Enrique.. If you have any questions please let me know and we would be more than happy to help..Alternatively if you want to make ... Read More
Current Storm Season by planner
Lets use this one thread to track and discuss the storms as they come up!
OMG There is a joke there somewhere but I'll be damned if I say it here...LOL Read More
Driving in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Dominican Republic? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
10th on this one https://www.yahoo.com/autos/s/10-most-dangerous--and-safest--countries-for-driving-200422236.html In top 25 on this one ... Read More
Solar energy in Dominican Republic by JiuJitsuBeachBum
I have been researching living in the DR with my family for a while and I still am. I have a vacation home in South Padre Island, TX and recently purchase a beachfront condo in Playa Del Carmen, MX. Both places have solar energy systems. I paid an ...
JB int were the ones I wrote to last week and have had no reply.. I shall look here in Punta Cana and advise in due course. Read More
Driving in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Dominican Republic? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
AMET ( The traffic Police) are ar**holes in my opinion and always target the expats and foreigners. I have been a pedestrian and actually seen them demand money from a tourist as they left their license at the hotel.....despite having all the car ... Read More
Driving in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Dominican Republic? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
LOl.. Can be sometimes.. You just have to expect the unexpected and dont assume someone will turn right just because they have indicated as in all likelyhood their hand just brushed indicator by mistake. Read More
Driving in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Dominican Republic? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the ...
I have lived and driven here for 15 yrs now and recently saw that the DR had been voted one of the worst places to drive in the world. I have been fortunate enough to travel extensively around the world and can say that there are other countries ... Read More
Solar energy in Dominican Republic by JiuJitsuBeachBum
I have been researching living in the DR with my family for a while and I still am. I have a vacation home in South Padre Island, TX and recently purchase a beachfront condo in Playa Del Carmen, MX. Both places have solar energy systems. I paid an ...
I am also currently looking into the costs but cannot find one company in the Punta Cana or Bavaro area that does solar. There is a large on in the Puerto Plata area however so I have written to them to find out costs etc and to see if they can do ... Read More
Expat meet up in Bavaro pronto..
Sounds good..Just send us a message on here when you are ready.. Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Its done..Lets hope for some new friends.. Read More
Expat meet up in Bavaro pronto..
Hi there..Am wanting to arrange a meet up for any people (like me) who would love to have a larger social life here in Bavaro..because at this very moment I have none..HAHAHA. Maybe for a weekend day mid to end of August.. Lets sort something out.. Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Hey there..That sounds like fun..Lets see if any others are interested and we can maybe plan a meeting in Bavaro in the coming weeks.. Thank you for posting your reply..Woo hoo.. Andy Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Hi there...finally..LOL.. Yes yes yes.. Can you contact me on smithajd@hotmail.com and we can try to get a date sorted out. Read More
expatriates meeting on the beach, june 14 2015 by GuestPoster002
Hi expatbloggers, :) We organize an expatriate meeting on june 14, at the restaurant Soya Azul in Juan Dolio beach. Every nationality is welcome and you can come when you want from 11:00 AM. Everyone will can eat or drink what he wants and the ...
Hi there.. I would love to attend one of your meets but Juan Dolio is too far away as I am in Bavaro.. Do you know anyone down here that does the same thing or to that extend any expas who live here that may want to meet up. I am so very lonely here ... Read More
Informal Census of Members by planner
Hello to all our members. I am being asked to organize some get togethers! Great idea. To facilitate if everyone can respond with: 1. where you are currently 2. are you interested in a get together 3. how far are you willing to travel for a get ...
Hi there. I am looking for expats of any nationality to become friends with. I have lived in the Dom Rep for the last 15 yrs and for the last 3 years in Bavaro. I have no friends and have been posting on blogs for what seems like ages. I just want ... Read More
Moving to the Valencia/Lliria area. by Scuba Andy
Hi all. We are looking to move to the Lliria/Valencia area later this year and was wondering if anyone could shed some light on how hard it is to get a part time job there or in the area. My wife is bilingual Spanish and English as am I and she is ...
Thanks alot for that.. Will take a look nearer the time we are going to move. Still have alot of stuff to organize here. Read More
Moving to the Valencia/Lliria area.
Hi all. We are looking to move to the Lliria/Valencia area later this year and was wondering if anyone could shed some light on how hard it is to get a part time job there or in the area. My wife is bilingual Spanish and English as am I and she is ... Read More
New mum living near Lliria - Need to get out
Hi Scuba Katy My name is Andy and I am married with a son of 5 years old. We currently live in Panama but want to relocate to valencia near Lliria. How are you finding it and have you managed to meet any others there. Would love to hear back to see ... Read More