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RAMDADDY

@RAMDADDY

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Canadian looking for information about Dominican Republic

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Canadian, Married

Speaks French

Registration: 16 October 2016

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RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bones123

Saskatchewan by Bones123

Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?

RAMDADDY

Please remember this is my personal story. Im not wealthy but just planned like a mad man to make this happen. We have a conversation often and it goes like this. I wish I could drive here and get around on my own but Im afraid. Dominicans drive ... Read More

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7 years ago
Bones123

Saskatchewan by Bones123

Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?

RAMDADDY

This is going to be a bit of a book so my apologies in advance. Next observation you should make is that this is our story. Meaning my opinions and experience. Last is we followed. We blazed no trail. Others have been around a long time before us. ... Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bones123

Saskatchewan by Bones123

Curious to know if there is anyone from Saskatchewan now living in the DR?

RAMDADDY

Not full time but my wifes dart partner for 7 months of the year is from Swift Current. Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
kboucher

Moving to Sosua Nov 2'17 for 6 months by kboucher

My husband and I are retiring this summer and are planning to spend 6 months in Sosua. We have our flights books and condo rented. We are also bringing are two small dogs. Excited about our new adventure and looking forward to meeting other expats ...

RAMDADDY

Checkpoint Bar: Darts every Wed evening. During the busy months wonderful music on Thursdays. Jolly Roger: Music and great food. Casa Goethe: Spanish school. Nice folks. This would be high in fact priority on my list of things to do. These are a ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

How has your life changed in Dominican Republic by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Dominican Republic? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your ...

RAMDADDY

Astray...Let me begin by thanking you. Sharing intimate pieces of our life is courageous. Takes a lot of heart to admit our challenges in life. They say not everyone who wonders is lost. It just takes some of us longer to connect the dots. I ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

How has your life changed in Dominican Republic by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Dominican Republic? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your ...

RAMDADDY

Priscilla...Let me share as always with 1st hand experience. As always this experience is mine alone. People wanting to relocate should spend time and experience 1st hand. I believe the DR experiences we encounter dictate the betterment of our ... Read More

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7 years ago
StanR

Banking in DR by StanR

Is it possible to open a account with Santa Cruz bank in Canadian dollars. I am in Canada now and cannot reach the bank to ask. I have a account with that bank but a US dollars account and Peso account. Thanks

RAMDADDY

Stan. you can send Canuck bucks. They will be converted into Pesos. Not sure my comment helps. Read More

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7 years ago
Guest45823

Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823

Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...

RAMDADDY

As always I begin with my observations only. I'm following in the footsteps of many others and where possible will try new myself. I wanted to read as much as possible from others before trying to live in another country. Not everything makes ... Read More

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7 years ago
brodies2013

Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013

There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...

RAMDADDY

Colonel..thats a great point and Ive asked myself that for many years..It goes way back .. The History of Home Security. Bars on windows and doors is inexpensive. Home security has been a concern for humans as long as humans have had homes. For ... Read More

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7 years ago
brodies2013

Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013

There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...

RAMDADDY

Great reading. I smile when long time travelers running between Nigeria to DR pipe in personal experiences. Its refreshing. Thank you!! Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
Guest45823

Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823

Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...

RAMDADDY

Thank you for kind words. I can only speak for myself. Im at the airport waiting to depart. The weather in Canada is colder. I'm in blue jeans again. Consider this about the DR and its people. I have only 20 dollars USA. The lounge cost 25.00. ... Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
Guest45823

Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823

Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...

RAMDADDY

Not being rude this advice is mine and mine alone. Im here a short time but spent 15 years planing this move. Im a newbie. I like to submit my own comments as a newbie. Listen closely to Planner and others on this site. Trust in their advice. Read ... Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
7 years ago
Guest45823

Canadian wanting to relocate to Puerto Plata, Dominican republic by Guest45823

Hello, I am a 36 year old Canadian woman and I am just at the beginning of starting to look into what I need to do in order to relocate to the Dominican Republic (Puerto Plata). I have been seriously considering this for a few years but I believe ...

RAMDADDY

Keep watching for replies. Read FAQ. Trust the information of Planner & Bob + many others on this forum. Take the time to wander around the north coast. We met a couple Friday evening from Europe living in a 250 month apt. We have a friend ... Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
8 years ago
brodies2013

Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013

There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...

RAMDADDY

Stan. Back when I was moving about the world was different. A Canadian lapel pin meant much. Your working in places like Nigeria.... today?? Makes my travels like like daycare..lol Your in a league of your own requiring a special membership. ... Read More

RAMDADDY replied to a thread
8 years ago
brodies2013

Petty Crime on North Coast by brodies2013

There's a lot of activity the last year on our little hill. Our house sat empty for nearly a decade and then in the span of a year, four houses went up. Well now we seem to be on the local 'crime map'. Some phone thefts and now our ...

RAMDADDY

I woke up the other night and had to scratch an itch on my back. Every itch reminds me of Marty my friend back in Red Deer now a quadriplegic. I asked last time we met what was the hardest thing in his life. He shared with me when he was recovering ... Read More