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Enjoyed having ADSCENE available at the local supermarket in Sosua. For the last few weeks the stand has been absolutely empty when I did my marketing. Are there more tourists? Has the number printed, decreased? Sadly I have missed news articles, crossword puzzles, and advertisements. Can one...

Anyone know if pomegranates (the round red fruits full of seeds) are grown or sold in the DR? This fruit has long been known for its health benefits. Many upscale grocery stores and health food stores in the United States sell the 100 per cent fruit juice at prices considerably higher than...

Can anyone provide a little history about the development that consists of a great many separate units in front of a structure called the Sosua Mar Club which houses a huge swimming pool and behind it, tennis courts. What is/was the name of the development? Who owns it? I have heard that these...

Has anyone in the DR1 audience taken a cruise out of Santo Domingo? I see that the cruise vessel (RCL) Vision of the Seas is offering 7 and 14 day cruises around various islands starting in January, 2009. Would like to hear commentary from anyone who has taken a cruise originating out of...

You need to take out an ad if you plan to promote your school on DR1.

What is the best way to find secondhand books and paperbacks in English in and around the Sosua area? Mail charges are so hefty that even trying to buy books on ebay and other used books sites is no bargain. I'm quite willing to pay a fair price...but where are the potential "booksellers"...

Yesterday I visited Banker Trust in Sosua to rent a safe deposit box. Greeted by a friendly and knowledgeable receptionist, I filled out the necessary paperwork, presented my passport, was informed as to sizes of boxes available and prices, paid, and was given the key to the box of my choice...

A word to the wise. The home we purchased has built-in security boxes. Great - we thought - those critical items are locked away, safe and secure within our own home environment. Recently it was necessary to retrieve an item from one of those security boxes and, much to our dismay, we found...

Where did you buy your Kindle, how much was it, and what is the current rate for a subscription to the Wall Street Journal?

Seeking piano teacher for adult beginner lessons. Would prefer a teacher who can provide lessons once or twice a week in the student's home in the Sosua area. If you can teach or know someone who can, please send a private message.

Anyone have pictures of the demolition of El Tablon that may have been taken in the last 5 days that could be shared? Anyone visited the site who could provide commentary?

Would like to find a tour operator who will provide a tour based on the request of a client. For example, suppose one wanted to go to art museums and galleries in Santa Domingo, would there be someone who can provide the expertise and transportation? Would there be a tour possible just to see...

Anybody out there in the Sosua, PP, Cabarete area have a copy of The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens that I could buy or borrow? And any other books by Charles Dickens... would like paperback format.

Anyone have any information about the number of smoldering fires that were occurring in El Tablon along the side opposite the "Sand Castle" (today 12/3/07)? Have residents, in fact, been moved and are old dwellings being destroyed? Or is it just garbage piles along the shore? Curious.

The Parada across the street from the Caribe Bus Terminal in Charimicos has come under new management. With it, has come an increased clientel with customers, onlookers, motorcycles, and bystanders blocking access to the roadways,and a volume of music that reverberates for miles. WHAT CAN BE...

Where does one go and how much does it currently cost for the renewal of a cedula? Is there a fine or penalty for late renewal? Is it possible to renew a cedula in Puerto Plata or Santiago?

Would like to adopt a large dog (German Shephard, Giant Schnauzer, or other large breed of dog). If anyone is moving and has such a dog for adoption or for sale, please contact me. (Area = Puerto Plata, Sosua, Caberete) Will provide a wonderful, loving home, with all the necessary food, health...

Is the Pulga/Flea Market in Puerto Plata open only on Tuesdays, and if so, what are the hours?

Anyone have any details regarding the fire at the Yacht Club marina in Luperon in the month of (May?) at which time one or two boats were destroyed? How are boats salvaged in the DR?

In what restaurant in Puerto Plata, Sosua, or Cabarete can one fine true Dominican food - meat with raisins, egg plant, or fish soup... and not the regular offerings provided by the local restaurants which cater to the tourist trade?