lauraeaton77
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Lives in Sheridan
Registration: 13 October 2015
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Internet/phone in Sosua by lauraeaton77
Hey all, I am trying to figure out which company I should go with for my internet (and phone?) needs here in Sosua. For the last several weeks I have been just using wifi in cafes and restaurants, which works but even if I only get online once ...
Thanks for the advice, all. I have talked to both Claro and Orange and I think I am going to go with Orange. As I mentioned, this is mostly for internet and phone is kindof an after thought; I will probably just use whatsap instead of actually ... Read More
Scooter insurance by lauraeaton77
Hey everyone! Ok, so I have arrived in Sosua and explored around a bit, and I'm ready to explore more! I have a friend who is going to sell me his motorcycle (or scooter?) for cheap, so I am wondering about insurance. Before anyone decides to ...
Thanks Bob, Howdo I go about getting tags/registration? Read More
Scooter insurance by lauraeaton77
Hey everyone! Ok, so I have arrived in Sosua and explored around a bit, and I'm ready to explore more! I have a friend who is going to sell me his motorcycle (or scooter?) for cheap, so I am wondering about insurance. Before anyone decides to ...
What about registration? Read More
Internet/phone in Sosua by lauraeaton77
Hey all, I am trying to figure out which company I should go with for my internet (and phone?) needs here in Sosua. For the last several weeks I have been just using wifi in cafes and restaurants, which works but even if I only get online once ...
Forgot to mention that I don't REALLY need a phone. I mostly use skype or facetime, or google voice. Read More
Internet/phone in Sosua by lauraeaton77
Hey all, I am trying to figure out which company I should go with for my internet (and phone?) needs here in Sosua. For the last several weeks I have been just using wifi in cafes and restaurants, which works but even if I only get online once ...
Thanks everyone for your advice. Is Orange or Claro more reliable? Read More
Scooter insurance by lauraeaton77
Hey everyone! Ok, so I have arrived in Sosua and explored around a bit, and I'm ready to explore more! I have a friend who is going to sell me his motorcycle (or scooter?) for cheap, so I am wondering about insurance. Before anyone decides to ...
Thanks Gypsy. :) Is that $40 per month? Read More
Internet/phone in Sosua
Hey all, I am trying to figure out which company I should go with for my internet (and phone?) needs here in Sosua. For the last several weeks I have been just using wifi in cafes and restaurants, which works but even if I only get online once ... Read More
Scooter insurance
Hey everyone! Ok, so I have arrived in Sosua and explored around a bit, and I'm ready to explore more! I have a friend who is going to sell me his motorcycle (or scooter?) for cheap, so I am wondering about insurance. Before anyone decides to ... Read More
helpful info for what to expect in grocery stores please? by syringles
Hello all, I have nothing but good and exciting news pertaining to my pending May 1st arrival in Punta Cana. My condo owner has updated me with the name and phone number of the person meeting me at the airport and all my questions regarding water ...
Thanks guys! Read More
helpful info for what to expect in grocery stores please? by syringles
Hello all, I have nothing but good and exciting news pertaining to my pending May 1st arrival in Punta Cana. My condo owner has updated me with the name and phone number of the person meeting me at the airport and all my questions regarding water ...
Hi Bob and Planner! Thanks for responding. You two are so helpful! Bob, that's great news about the fish sauce! I am assuming the names you mentioned are stores? I am moving to Sosua Bay. I don't know exactly where... Bummer that peanuts ... Read More
helpful info for what to expect in grocery stores please? by syringles
Hello all, I have nothing but good and exciting news pertaining to my pending May 1st arrival in Punta Cana. My condo owner has updated me with the name and phone number of the person meeting me at the airport and all my questions regarding water ...
Hey all! One of the biggest things I am looking forward to when I come to the DR is green papaya! I fell in love with green papaya salad when I was in Thailand and I am planning to eat a lot of it in the DR, since most of the ingredients should be ... Read More
Volunteering in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Dominican Republic? How to join a charitable institution, what are the ...
Hey Bob, Thanks for the link for the medical/dental clinic. Where is the link for the animals? :) Read More
Volunteering in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Dominican Republic? How to join a charitable institution, what are the ...
Hi Vero60, I would like to know some more information about volunteering with the dogs and cats! I clicked the link you shared and read the "about us" info for DCDR- is it still based in Sosua Bay? I would be very interested in helping ... Read More
Volunteering in Dominican Republic by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Dominican Republic? How to join a charitable institution, what are the ...
I am also interested in volunteering while I am in the DR. I am not sure what sort of free time I will have available but I will be based in Sosua Bay and I anticipate being in the area from November - April. I lived/volunteered on Utila, ... Read More
Proof of return ticket needed? by lauraeaton77
Hi all! I will be coming to the Dominican Republic at the beginning of January. I am wondering if it really is necessary for me to purchase a return ticket? I do not yet know how I will be leaving, and don't intend to make that decision until ...
I appreciate all the information people have posted on this topic, and I am sure those who read this thread in the future will as well. I understand that this is a check that happens in the country of origin (in my case, the US) and is conducted by ... Read More