bonnie28
American looking for information about Dominican Republic
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About me
American, Married with children, 71 years old
Speaks english, german
Registration: 18 November 2023
Question about tipping by wondering9
I've been staying in a place that is also listed in Airbnb, but for the past ~4 months I've rented directly from the landlord (who is local and lives on the premises). I've done my own cleaning except for laundry, where the only option was to have ...
Ladies,Sorry if I confused you. There are on-site cleaners where I live in LT. They also do laundry. That service is added to their cleaning fee if you hire them for that service. $400 per load is laundry only. They are tipped 10%. For instance, if ... Read More
Question about tipping by wondering9
I've been staying in a place that is also listed in Airbnb, but for the past ~4 months I've rented directly from the landlord (who is local and lives on the premises). I've done my own cleaning except for laundry, where the only option was to have ...
I pay 400 pesos per load. I tip her 10% based on the number of loads per visit. Read More
Remitly issue by wondering9
I'm trying to transfer money from a US bank to Banco Santa Cruz via Remitly. It's not going smoothly, and I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has had a similar experience or otherwise has light to shed on this.The transfer has been kicked back ...
@karynllanders Deplorable customer service. I lost my patience. The disorganization was extremely frustrating. Live calls and emails resulted in a different story. Initially, I gave them a pass because I am a new customer. The invasive, insulting, ... Read More
Shopping questions by wondering9
does anyone happen to know whether there's a place to buy... snorkeling gear in Las Terrenas? one of those folding, ultra-portable backpacking stools or chairs, anywhere in the DR? (I imagine you can get normal folding chairs in a lot of places, but ...
@wondering9 I feel your pain. There is the Yuan store, where you will find chairs that collapse and slide into a carrying case with a shoulder strap. I searched the entire downtown LT for chairs for guests. I asked everywhere. I am not sure if you ... Read More
Best way to transfer money from US to Dominican bank account by wondering9
Any insights or opinions on the best way to transfer money from a US to a Dominican bank account?I've seen Remitly recommended here and I think that's what I'll end up going with, but I was curious about other options, especially Wise and Xe.My ...
@wondering9 I use the Scotia Bank ATM with my BOA debit card. There is a daily limit on withdrawals from the ATM. I think $500US dollars dispensed in Pesos. It hasn't been expensive. No standing in long lines with passport in hand. Read More
Driving in the Dominican Republic by CourtneyY
My family and I are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic at the end of February 2024. We will be arriving in Santo Domingo, renting a car and driving to Bayahibe for a few days and then to the Samana Peninsula for a few days before we fly back ...
Pasolas pass on the left and the right. Be vigilent. 馃槉 Read More
Car Rental in DR by SatoriNow
Hi, I am looking to rent a car but it looks like there is some mandatory liability insurance that is needed to drive in DR. Does anyone know about this "casa de conductore"? I reserved a car rental with full coverage but apparently this ...
Thanks All. Uber is not the desired mode of travel. Anybody out there in Las Terrenas land that may be able to suggest a person they might have had a a good experience with? Read More
Car Rental in DR by SatoriNow
Hi, I am looking to rent a car but it looks like there is some mandatory liability insurance that is needed to drive in DR. Does anyone know about this "casa de conductore"? I reserved a car rental with full coverage but apparently this ...
If it is permissible on this forum I would appreciate referrals for any reasonably priced car rental place in Las Terrenas for March or April 2024. If the rental is for a week or more is there a discount on the daily rate? Read More
where did you find
The most reliable and cost efficient car rental per day/per week in Las Terrenas? Read More
E-ticket website glitch by bryankieronlynch
The E-ticket website is not working properly. It won't let you input flight dates for after the 1st of the year. Is this happening to anyone else?
@jrdiaz0705We encountered the same problem. Switching languages back and forth solved the drop down date issue and we were able to move forward. Read More
Question about E-cigarettes
Would anyone be willing to tell me if聽 Juul Pods can be purchased in Las Terrenas and where? Read More
ATM with drawl fees
Bank of America claims to waive ATM fees if deducting cash from a Scotia Bank ATM. Would anyone happen to know what the scotia bank atm fee may be? Read More
What to do with US Mail by bonnie28
We are spending three months Las Terrenas. We will remain at the same address for the duration. Should I have my mail from Rhode Island forwarded the that address?
Thank you. That was very helpful Read More
What to do with US Mail
We are spending three months Las Terrenas. We will remain at the same address for the duration. Should I have my mail from Rhode Island forwarded the that address? Read More
Is a Visa required? by bonnie28
Hello All,We are American citizens coming to Las Terrenas for 3 months in February until May. Do we need a Visa? We have an address where we will live for the time we are in the country.
About $95 USD per person? Departure fee In Pesos or Dollars? Or does it matter? Read More
Is a Visa required? by bonnie28
Hello All,We are American citizens coming to Las Terrenas for 3 months in February until May. Do we need a Visa? We have an address where we will live for the time we are in the country.
Thank you appreciate your speedy reply. Read More
Is a Visa required?
Hello All,We are American citizens coming to Las Terrenas for 3 months in February until May. Do we need a Visa? We have an address where we will live for the time we are in the country. Read More
New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 more ...
@Julien Heading to Las Terrenas in February for 3 months. Read More
Long term rentals by Martincris
Could you suggest how to find long term rentals in the Punta Cana area and Cap Cana ? Thanks
Thanks for that.will do. Read More
Long term rentals by Martincris
Could you suggest how to find long term rentals in the Punta Cana area and Cap Cana ? Thanks
Thank you. I am looking to find a rental for 3 - 4 months in Las Terrannes聽 within walking distance to Playa Bonita~Bonnie *** Read More
Long term rentals by Martincris
Could you suggest how to find long term rentals in the Punta Cana area and Cap Cana ? Thanks
-@the tinker40would you be able to direct me to a RE Broker who handles 3 to 4 month furnished rentals? ~Bonnie Read More
Costs of every day things . by Ladytrougher
Am thinking of buying in Dominican We have been there 6 times and love the Punta Cana region but have only stayed all inclusive so really have no idea as to what it is really like. I don't think we will be living there full time for lots of years ...
@Bob KExactly my plan looking to rent and need recommendations Read More
Las Terrenas Beach Condo 鈥� Long term rental needed 鈥� by Ian1272
Sometime later this year my wife and I will be coming to Las Terrenas, and the plan is to purchase some land and have a home built and retire here full time. It will take up to 9 months for the house to be built. Can anyone recommend a nice beach ...
@Miguel Robles***2 adults furnished for 3-4 months Read More