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Andy Smith

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English expat in Dominican Republic

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English

Lives in Bavaro

Speaks English Spanish and some French

Registration: 05 May 2012

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Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...

Andy Smith

Hi Namarra. We have lived in Punta Cana for 7 years now and are just about to sell our house and move to Jarabacoa.. If you need any information about the area I would be happy to help. Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Pierre Rep Dom

See you in Jarabacoa by Pierre Rep Dom

Hello. I'M an animator at the French forum in the Dominican Republic. I propose to know, as well as the French, but also the Spanish, as well as the English, who are linked by the site ½ûÂþÌìÌÃ. We Will Leave the virtual aspect of the ...

Andy Smith

You Star.. Thank you Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Pierre Rep Dom

See you in Jarabacoa by Pierre Rep Dom

Hello. I'M an animator at the French forum in the Dominican Republic. I propose to know, as well as the French, but also the Spanish, as well as the English, who are linked by the site ½ûÂþÌìÌÃ. We Will Leave the virtual aspect of the ...

Andy Smith

Hi Pierre.. Yo se que este post es un poco viejo pero quiero saber si hay informacion o un blog como eso sobre viviendo en Jarabacoa. Queremos mover A JARABACOA y necisitamos conocer el area y personas que viven alla antes.. Muchas gracia Andy Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Launica

Jarabacoa by Launica

Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...

Andy Smith

Hey there.. Thanks for that.. I think we will be looking at buying land in a gated area but still in the open.. Somewhere with 24 hr security.. Realise we will have to pay a maintenace fee but safety is more important. Those break ins with guns are ... Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Launica

Jarabacoa by Launica

Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...

Andy Smith

Looking more for concrete and a real solid construction.. But will look into them as they may well have contacts too.. Thank you Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Launica

Jarabacoa by Launica

Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...

Andy Smith

WOW..Thank you so much for those responses.. Gives me hope that we will be able to achieve our dream retirement house in the mountains.. Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Launica

Jarabacoa by Launica

Does anyone have info about jarabacoa they could share? Population? Roads? Banks? Grocery stores? Services? Etc...

Andy Smith

I have lived in the DR for nigh on 20 years now, most recently in Punta Cana / Bavaro and prior in Cabarete Puerto Plata.. I am now getting weary of the heat and my wife and I are looking to retire to Jarabacoa or some other mountainous area where ... Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...

Andy Smith

There are many banks here that wil change pesos to dollars and also casa de cambios ... or money exchange shops. You can also have a $ account here too. Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
4 years ago
Julien

New members of the Dominican Republic forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 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 ...

Andy Smith

Hey there.. There is a mechanic called Greg in Sosua and he is very good at locating very reliable and trustworthy cars as he checks them himself.. Gregs Garage.. Ask any expat in the Sosua area and they are bound to know him Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
7 years ago
JungleL

Strange Situation (Please Help) by JungleL

I'm at the edge of my sanity here and was wondering if anyone would be able to assist me at all. So the situation is as follows; about two years ago my father (a British citizen) kinda took off on my family and moved to the Dominican Republic ...

Andy Smith

Hi there.. I live in Bavaro and have not heard of any UK cit dying. Normally if there is a murder it will be everywhere but if natural causes not so.. Here is an e mail address of the British foreign office that you can try.. She was very helpful ... Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
9 years ago
PARADISECAT

Can someone please comment on all the various courier services in D.R. by PARADISECAT

Greetings guys. I know this topic has been mentioned before, but was wondering if some of the main contributors could list the various courier services and the experiences they have had, both good and bad. I recall a few members raving about one ...

Andy Smith

I have used BM Cargo and have not had any problems with them.. They are located in the New Mall on the side of the Sunix gas station Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jamiemelissa

Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa

Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!

Andy Smith

Just saw your profile and saw you like golf and are an investor.. I love golf although have not played here yet and am an independent trader of the forex market from my home office. Looks like we have some things in common to start with Looking ... Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jamiemelissa

Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa

Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!

Andy Smith

Hey there... Great to hear from you.. Would love to meet you and your family.. Contact me on smithajd@hotmail.com nearer the time when you are here and we can arrange something.. Andy Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
9 years ago
planner

Car accident yesterday! by planner

Yes, I had a car accident yesterday. We have had a lot of questions lately about driving and insurance so here is a first hand account! I was driving north at 11:40 am, slowed at the entrance to Universidad O Y M and stopped, I looked and ...

Andy Smith

So glad to see you are OK..It seems you got off lightly in this instance as many times multiple witnesses come forward to counter the extranjero's account in support of the victim and the foreigner is required to pay an awful lot of money to ... Read More

Andy Smith
Scuba Andy replied to a thread
9 years ago
Jamiemelissa

Any families in Punta Cana? by Jamiemelissa

Hi! Are there any Americans with children living in Punta Cana on this forum? Would love to know you and learn from your experiences!

Andy Smith

I know..LOL Read More