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  1. Lou2100

    Ground Lamb - Puerto Plata - Sosusa - Cabarete

    Does anyone know where this can be bought on the island?
  2. Lou2100

    russet potatoes - can they be found in Sosua/Puerto Plata area?

    Anyone know if they are sold anywhere on the Island?
  3. Lou2100

    When does the school year end for Secondary and high school students?

    Does any know ? I saw the date of July 23rd, 2023. But I thought they finish their school year in June.
  4. Lou2100

    Sosua to Jarabacoa

    I was looking at google maps and it showed to routes to take to get there . Time difference is 30 mins difference route 1-2 . Just curious which would be a less treacherous drive? Has any one taken route 2 ? Route 1) Sosua - Montellano - Santiago - Jarabacoa - Route 1 - googlemaps Route 2)...
  5. Lou2100

    Las Terrenas

    Anyone have any actual , on the ground , you live there news, on if the restaurant beach area that burnt down in Las Terrenas, is it rebuilt or they still in the process of rebuilding?
  6. Lou2100

    Romanian Wine in Sosúa

    Anyone know of a brand sold in the sosua area. Have a sweet Romanian couple as my neighbors ad would like to get them a bottle for the holidays.
  7. Lou2100

    Scotiabank Withdrawal - CDN$

    Wondering if anyone has done a withdrawal from a scotiabank atm ? Wondering what the exchange is from from Canadian account ? Market is showing at 1.00 Canadian Dollar = 39.770431 Dominican Pesos bank should be giving 1.00 CDN Dollar = 37.5 or so pesos ****i'm guesstimating*** If anyone...
  8. Lou2100

    Is This Guide Still Valid? (La Romana Bayahibe DR1 Guide)

    La Romana Bayahibe DR1 Guide I am planning a trip to this part of the island 1) is it more beneficial to stay in La romana ( Buena Vista Norte area ) or is it worth finding a spot in Bayahibe 2) Not staying at a resort or hotel , looking at airBNB or vrnb. 3) Is Bayahibe more of a day time...
  9. Lou2100

    Education - Assessment Test for Kids

    No pun intended , but does such a place exist that is credible , truly certified and with hope recognized internationally. Have a friend with two children , the younger being more gifted than the older, so due to "feelings" , the younger one from my observations is being held back. I have tried...
  10. Lou2100

    Buying a .do domain name , for example hola.do?

    Does anyone know of any legit resellers I can purchase a Dominican domain name from? I have been on this site nic.do , tried to even register. Due to where I live does not accept my info. No zip codes, postal codes. So if anyone knows or has legit suggestions, I would appreciate the information.
  11. Lou2100

    Santiago: Things To See and Do

    On my adventure in the Dominican Republic, I plan on adding a stop over in Santiago . Found a location not to far from the Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración. I know there is a strip of restaurants and such near the monumento . Just wondering if there are any nice lounges in that area...
  12. Lou2100

    Rio San Juan or Cabrera - any stay at the old castle ( El Castillo Tropical)

    Wondering if which would be better for an overnight stay? Rio San Juan or Cabrera? Was looking at places to stay and this keeps popping up for both locations, El Castillo Tropical. So once again looking for info and/or feedback. Restaurants etc? Not looking to party , just relax . Keep my feet...
  13. Lou2100

    Akasha Spa

    On my hunt on what to do in Jarabacoa , just wondering if Akasha Spa is worth a a 2-3 hour visit? Any know if they are Professional Masseuse's or am I risk a slipped disk. If not I shall try their whatsapps number but looking for feed back , not to be sold .
  14. Lou2100

    Jarabacoa - Who is the mayor ?

    Do they have a mayor in jarabacoa if so, what is their name please and thanks. **SIDE NOTE*** - any ever stay or been to Jarabacoa Country Club?
  15. Lou2100

    Best Way to Jarabacoa From Cabarete

    Wondering which route would be less traffic headache to Jarabacoa , from sosua/cabarete area. 1) Going via Santiago - Highway #5 to highway #25 to Highway #1 to Highway #28 2)Going Via Sabaneta - Moca - Hwy5 - Hwy21 - Hwy 1 to Hwy 28 Any thoughts on which is a better route , not in a rush...
  16. Lou2100

    Any News Arriving from Canada (Puerto Plata Airport)?

    Just wondering if any canadian snow birds have made the early jump and traveled direct from CANADA ( TORONTO, MONTREAL, CALGARY)... Just curoius to know what the arrival is like at the airport?
  17. Lou2100

    Chances of find tzatziki sauce to purchase in Puerto Plata area?

    Anyone know of a location that I would find tzatziki sauce to purchase ? Please refrain from suggestions or opinions. If you don' t know its alright to do like others and say nothing. Cheers
  18. Lou2100

    Tourists face same Covid restriction as locals

    Anyone know if this is true ? How would a tourist get a Vaccine card ? I truly hoope they are making arrangements to have this issued at the airport? Is this a cash grab? Tourist card fee , now possibly a Vaccine card fee? Looking for facts not opinions please. And no the post below is not...
  19. Lou2100

    Fish Fresh Fish - Where can one get some fresh fish fillets?

    Just wondering if there are any fish markets in POP/Sosua/cabarette area? Or is the supermarket the best option ? Yes i see tons of fishermen and people selling fish. However, I am not looking to clean and all that other fun stuff required. Fillets , whole fish body , No head or tail . Anyone...
  20. Lou2100

    Butcher - POP /SOSUA

    Anyone know where there is a good butcher. Every referral has been the groery store. And i'm looking for some Tenderloin Steaks. ( this is a reach,possibly one that is able to do specialty cuts with chicken, Looking for what is a supreme chicken breast , boneless breast- thin layer of skin and...