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    marine industries

    I am a director of a large international marine service company, primary business is in the offshore oil/gas sector (see our website Global Marine and Energy Services | C-MAR Group), we operate in nine different countries, and are always looking for new growth opportunities. Recently I noted...
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    Brittania Bar, Sosua

    Please give an update on Britannia Bar, since new owners took over, Same good food? same staff? still a popular spot with locals and expats?
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    'desirable area' in Sosua

    Is there an area or subdivision in Sosua where the more affluent locals and expats tend to live ( because of safety, security, little noise, amenities, nice choice of houses, etc.?) If a person had $500,000+ to invest in property, what would be the 'desirable' locations?
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    Hired help

    I am looking at purchasing a villa on North coast, and would like a guideline on what to pay for a maintainance person, security person, and a maid, on a weekly/monthly basis. Am I better to go to one of those property management service companies, rather than hire direct myself? Any pitfalls to...
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    Sosua Bar Scene

    I had my March annual vacation in Sosua, and did the usual bar trolling. Britiannia, Jolly Roger and Checkpoint still very popular with expats. Pedro McMurphy closed alot, and small crowds when open. Eddies sport bar closed, for sale I think. El Flow and new Rumba bar seem to have a 'noise war'...
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    shoeshine kids

    What is normal fee to pay for a shoeshine on the streets of Sosua? I am sure anything is a bargain compared to $8.00 at Toronto airport
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    Terra Linda Hotel

    Any reports on the place? Steak and Sirloin restuarant which is located in same premises had mixed reviews, what about the hotel, which is said to be recently reburbished
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    Casa Marina Beach or Reef

    Any comments on differences between Casa Marina Beach resort and Casa Marina Reef resort please? I am planning a week at one of them. I am not a fan of AI, but the all inclusive package means I can fly direct to POP, instead of overnighting and changing flights at Toronto.