SteveTeacherDR
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Lives in Santo Domingo
Registration: 08 December 2013
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Environmental protection in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Dominican Republic? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
Hey Gypsy, words well spoken. Like I say too many Íæż½ã½ãs might say "It is what it is" but I disagree. I have seen the filth at every level from poor folk (pobre) to resort areas and where should be protected as a treasure to the country. I ... Read More
Environmental protection in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Dominican Republic? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
Hey Colonel you are right on the button. Maybe you hit the nail right on the head. "It is just another excuse for the locals" they do not know how to protect their own environment and even some treasures that exist in the DR. I have seen ... Read More
Environmental protection in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Dominican Republic? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
It all sounds very lovely, yes? Read More
Environmental protection in Dominican Republic by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Dominican Republic? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...
waste management??????? I do not see any waste management public transportation with standards for air quality and safety and noise reduction???????? does not exist Read More
Getting to the other side by carlvelas
i have never been in a war but when i return to the states i feel like a survivor returning from vietnam. i am a walker and every day it's a battle to get to where i am going by foot. the major offensives take place at every street corner- ...
The noise level goes well beyond traffic and the noise in the street. Go to a cafe, store, OMG colmado to buy a bar of soap and the people play the music so damn loud. Honestly I love bachata and merengue but I don't need it so loud. The noise ... Read More
how can i get the hell out of here!! by ellieengel
i think u guys are all mad, ive never been to a place which i hated more than dom rep...it does help to have an extremely annnoying mother who lives with u and is like a dictator, but the country itself is so backward with millions of obstacles, u ...
I agree with much that you express. I spent tree years trying to overcome the obstacles and difficulties. I went totally broke and did not have many options. Some Íæż½ã½ãs here may disagree with you but I think you state a few things perfectly. My ... Read More
Tips for getting your first job in Dominican Republic by expat.com
Hi, What are your tips and advice for getting a first job in Dominican Republic? What are the job hunting steps to follow? Where to look for offers: newspapers, Internet, recruitment agencies, word-of-mouth? What are the top hiring ...
Dont bother. Dominican management is not much different than overseeing of slaves. They are arrogant in their practices and due to their education which highly surpasses the education of majority of workers and other people attempting to make a ... Read More
The other side of the Dominican postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Good morning and thanks for sounding back to me. I was halfway expecting an argument, but seems like we are in agreement regarding lack of culture. I have traveled a lot here and I know that people are different here and there, especially in a campo ... Read More
The other side of the Dominican postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
Hello, this is an interesting way to share your own experiences or to learn from experiences of others. Yes there is surely a negative side to my Dominican postcard. I have been giving this some thought since I saw this last week. I am normally a ... Read More
English Teacher Seaking Opportunities by SteveTeacherDR
Hello, I live in Santo Domingo, and have been here two years and traveled here for 8 years previously. I am currently teaching English at a popular university here and for another job where I go to various banks and businesses teaching English to ...
Hello Bob and thanks. Can you tell me where are the pueblos and which pueblos and ports and locations are gearing up for business. Yes I am aware of much of the activity and also the geograpphy. But if you can tell me where and which companies, that ... Read More
English Teacher Seaking Opportunities by SteveTeacherDR
Hello, I live in Santo Domingo, and have been here two years and traveled here for 8 years previously. I am currently teaching English at a popular university here and for another job where I go to various banks and businesses teaching English to ...
Hello and thank you. Most of my travels here have been in Cibao and the north coast. I know of companies and industry that are making investments here. I know of some efforts to exploit and to attract tourist dollars and make business. I have ... Read More
English Teacher Seaking Opportunities
Hello, I live in Santo Domingo, and have been here two years and traveled here for 8 years previously. I am currently teaching English at a popular university here and for another job where I go to various banks and businesses teaching English to ... Read More