Jules Manning
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Registration: 13 June 2021
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DOMINICAN GREEN CHILLIES by goinforit
Can someone please explain why there are no hot Dominican green chillies available here in the DR ? We can buy them in Canada anytime. Just find it very strange. Is it a seasonal thing ?
LOL! They hate hot food that is a fact! Read More
Noise and the DR - Be Warned by Guest2022
Excess noise is a common complaint from expats living and visiting the Dominican Republic. Living in the capital can be painful for those who like peace and tranquility. The noise from constant traffic alone can be uncomfortable, but add to that ...
I requested my fiance move us from his hometown to some place not noisy. We lived in San Cristobal and would hear vendor selling fruit at 6 am. The speakers would vibrate the whole apartment. The electricity would go out without notice. The water in ... Read More
bringing things into the DR by felice1966
I just purchased a condo in. Cabereta i want to bring stuff in my luggage coffee maker wi fi camera towels ect .Am i better off just buying there or bring with ? Thank you
No.If it is a new TV leave in the TV box.The airline will put in the fragile section.I use the tuff bins for other householders items I purchased. Read More
bringing things into the DR by felice1966
I just purchased a condo in. Cabereta i want to bring stuff in my luggage coffee maker wi fi camera towels ect .Am i better off just buying there or bring with ? Thank you
It depends. They have some items here for reasonable prices. You can buy some items in your home country and bring here. I personally have brought 3 flat screen tvs and and luxury cooling bed sheets. Tvs are really expensive here for some reason. I ... Read More
Possibly Stolen items from Shipper via Fedex delivery in SD by Jules Manning
Hi ! Can anyone give me advice. I ordered some items through shipper to have sent to Santo Domingo. My items have been in Fedex Customs more than 60 days. I need help because I think someone at Fedex stole my packages because someone called me up ...
How much should I expect to pay.Does duty and taxes kick in after $200.00? Or do I pay on the entire amount? Read More
Possibly Stolen items from Shipper via Fedex delivery in SD by Jules Manning
Hi ! Can anyone give me advice. I ordered some items through shipper to have sent to Santo Domingo. My items have been in Fedex Customs more than 60 days. I need help because I think someone at Fedex stole my packages because someone called me up ...
$340.00 Read More
Need advice on bringing dogs to D.R. by Lisa1971
HELP!!! I have 2 snub nose breed dogs (Boxers) and I do not want to leave them behind if/when me move to Sosua. Any suggestions? Has anyone done this before? We currently reside in the U.S.A.
I brought my dog here from the US back in November 2020. No problems just proof of paperwork. You pay a small 400 peso fee at the airport. I had her registered as emotional support because that only allowed on commericial flights. I went home back ... Read More
Possibly Stolen items from Shipper via Fedex delivery in SD
Hi ! Can anyone give me advice. I ordered some items through shipper to have sent to Santo Domingo. My items have been in Fedex Customs more than 60 days. I need help because I think someone at Fedex stole my packages because someone called me up ... Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hi 👋My name is Julia I have been living aboard now for 6 months.I currently reside in Santo Domingo Oste.I would love to make new friends while I am here. My interests are biking,fishing,dancing,being with friends,cooking,designing the ... Read More