Astray
American expat in Dominican Republic
Forum posts
20
About me
American, Single
Lives in Sos煤a, Puerto Plata
Speaks Intermediate Spanish
Registration: 23 April 2017
Activity
North Coast meet up! by planner
Lets do this people. Saturday April 14th 3 pm in Sosua. Location TBA You are attending add your name to this list. Me Tinker
I would like to add myself to the list Read More
Knowing When to Stop For the Police by Jgolak
We've been staying in Sosua for the past three weeks and so far having a great time. Lot's of great places to eat, drink, meet new friends, etc. One thing new that I noticed is that I noticed (as opposed to east and south coast) is that the ...
Unless its AMET, I never stop for police unless they pull next to me and flag me over. The military police may try to pull you over when they set up next to the road to shake you down for money, but these are not official stops and I have quit ... Read More
Banking by TeliaM
I am looking for a bank that will lend to foreigners to purchase property there.
I agree the interest rate at the banks are outrageous. You may be able to find an owner finance deal. I bought a place on the North Coast where the owner gave me such a good interest rate, after negotiating the final price, it was cheaper to ... Read More
HELP! Calling 800 number in the U.S. by jkrimski
Please I need some help here. My password on my online banking account isn't working and I need to call my bank in the U.S. but when I try to dial the 800 or 877 number I can't get through. All regular numbers to the US work fine. Any help ...
For 800 numbers dial 880 instead of 800 888 use 881 866 use 882 877 use 883 the calls will not be free but that will get you through. Read More
Date a Dominicana by dan523
I've read several posts about this topic but finally I had the urge to traveled to Santo Domingo for 5 days last month. I did met a couple women online Dominicancupid and I felt no harm if meeting someone when traveling. So anyway I'm 44 ...
I can offer the following facts as I know them to keep in mind when dating a Dominican: In the DR, whether you are a foreigner or a Dominican man, out of 10 (real) women (not prostitutes), 5 will not want to work and expect their man to pay for ... Read More
Paying USA taxes by Nosnownyc
Greetings, Just wondering if American citizen has the experience of paying U.S. federal income tax while living in DR ? Are people using internet programs o something or a particular program ? Forgive me if this has been asked a thousand times ...
I've tried it both ways. In my experience its best to use an accountant. There are several who specialize in ex-pat taxes Read More
Dining on the North Coast - Sosua/Caberete by Mmr986
Hello Everyone I would like a few recommendations in the Sosua and Caberete area for favourite dining spots. We love all types of food and have enjoyed Arsenio's, Vagamundo, Gorditos and Caberete Surf camp. It would be great to get few fav ...
Bliss in Cab is pretty good when the owner is cooking and not bad when he is not. Good wine selection. Good atmosphere. I love the lamb there Read More
Dominicans and money by Astray
I have a question for those who have or have had successful relationships with Dominicans. How do you teach a Dominican the value of money? What methods have you used to teach them about budgets? I have been with the same girl for close to 2 years ...
It must be a great feeling knowing that you are supporting someone else's family. A wonderful thing to have "plenty of money out there". Relent & let go of the idea of teaching her about the value of money, she already knows how to ... Read More
Dominicans and money by Astray
I have a question for those who have or have had successful relationships with Dominicans. How do you teach a Dominican the value of money? What methods have you used to teach them about budgets? I have been with the same girl for close to 2 years ...
Thanks Massagewiz, Thanks a good point about who she is hanging around with and your are also right, I gave her to much to soon, starting small and then gradually working up seems to be the way to go. Read More
Dominicans and money by Astray
I have a question for those who have or have had successful relationships with Dominicans. How do you teach a Dominican the value of money? What methods have you used to teach them about budgets? I have been with the same girl for close to 2 years ...
Wow, thanks for all the replies. OK more information: Yes we do live together. She rents house for a family of 4 in SD. (mom, sister, brother (handicaped) and child) and I have a place on the North Coast. We split our time about 50/50 each place, ... Read More
Dominicans and money
I have a question for those who have or have had successful relationships with Dominicans. How do you teach a Dominican the value of money? What methods have you used to teach them about budgets? I have been with the same girl for close to 2 years ... Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Dominican Republic? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Dominican Republic? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are ...
If you have skills there are a few companies that hire expats, those with hospitality experience may find something with a resort, technical skills can be of help with mining companies, Barrick or BHP. Either way these companies will do all the ... Read More
Where to buy a 32" smart TV by Harry19076
I am now living in Sosua. I want to buy a 32" TV but there does not seem to be in stores in Sosua that sell TV. Where can I buy a TV as close as possible to Sosua?
La Sirena in Puerto Plata is your best bet, although they are cheaper in SAntiago. Sometimes I have seen them in the store behind Orange next to Baileys but I am not sure about the size and I don't think they are a regular item. Read More
Custom Fees for Cigarettes Brought in from the US? by Jgolak
Although we are trying to quit smoking my wife and I will be coming to the DR for a two month stay and I wondered if anyone knows what the import tax would be for bringing in more than 1 carton of cigarettes (limit shown on customs site)? Not sure ...
I happened to be an expert on this. Although I do not smoke, I just so happen to know they allow you up to 200 cigarettes each. That being said, I quit smoking several years ago and have been using both chew and nicotine gum, both of which I have ... Read More
How to save money in Dominican Republic by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to the Dominican Republic? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any ...
I agree with both Planner and Bob. Eat like a national and never pay the asking price. Cash money is be better to bargain with and every store will bargain with you provided you can haggle in Spanish. For some purchases, I just find it best to give ... Read More