Recent content by slb1

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    Christmas

    Is there any restaurants in the punta cana area that serves an authentic north american christmas dinner at christmas? Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy etc... THANKS
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    Kindle Readers!

    I am considering getting a Kindle reader from Canada to use here in the DR. However I am wondering if anyone has experience with this as I have limited internet access (just use the sticks for my computer) and so I wont have wifi to connect to to download books. Can I download the books on my...
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    Internet Problems!

    I am living on a ground floor apartment in the DR (punta cana) and am having serious problems getting internet service! I have used both claro and orange sticks and to get any signal I actually have to go outside to the parking lot to use them! Anyone have advice on how to get affordable...
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    Please help!!!!

    Hi, I have been offered a job in the Dominican Republic. I need the Temporary Residency Visa and am having issues with one thing. I need to have my work contract legalized by the Department of Labor. It was sent in in JUNE by my employer and still nothing. Should I consider hiring a lawyer to...
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    Safety?

    Young woman moving to Dominican- Punta Cana. Any advice or information regarding dangers/safety? Thanks
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    Horses in Punta Cana

    Hi all, I am moving to Punta Cana and am looking for a nice ranch in the area (with well kept horses!). I am an advanced rider so would even love to part-board a horse or something like that if its possible. Any information appreciated!
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    Outrageous cost of Visa for Canadians? Please help!

    It seems that the cost for Canadians to apply for a Visa is much hire than other countries. I just spoke to the Dominican Consulate in Canada. Here are the cost breakdowns for TEMPORARY 60-day residence (after which I have to pay more for the FULL residence) $30 per form (birth cert, police...
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    Canadian in need of visa advice!! (new law problems)

    Hi, I am new to this thread and joined hoping to have this very specific question answered! I have been hired by a company in DR and therefore need to apply for a Residence Visa. However, there is so much confusion with the Embassy in my own country, as well as in the DR, and even with the...