Recent content by El_Uruguayo

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    Shipping commerial goods via Fedex from China to Santo Domingo

    I searched the forums, and couldn't find anything matching my situation. I recently orders some commercial items from China, and am having them shipped by Fedex to Santo Domingo. What I would like to know is what to expect when they arrive? Will they arrive at the airport, and I will have to...
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    Changes at CIC - longer processing times etc. Give your feedback!!!

    I thought I'd post something in here, seeing that there are quite a few people who are interested/affected by changes at CIC. There are a number of changes going on silently right now that will affect applications. For instance average processing times at Port au Prince used to be 9 months for...
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    Where can I register a .com.do domain name?

    I tried searching the site, but found nothing. The big websites don't have the option. Can anyone refer me to a reputable website to register a .com.do domain name? Please and thank you!
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    So I called my wife...

    ...the other day with a calling card, and it rang and rang - finally it picked up. On the other line I heard what I thought was my wife moaning. I continued to listen as I thought she was teasing me, so I continue to listen for a bit, and then I hear man in the background. WTF??? I'm thinking...
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    The Killers in Santo Domingo?

    Since I see a couple of anouncements about Outback and Hooters. I thought I'd check into see if anyone has heard anything about the band The Killers (not asesinos) and if they are indeed coming to DR in November. I recieved a facebook invite, which about 10 000 other people or more may have...
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    Dominican Bobsled Team

    Ok, so I've been trying to write a scritp for a fictional movie about a Dominican Bobsled Team (not really, just trying to pass the time), and could use some Help. This is where I'm at: The premise: A middle aged Canadian woman, who once was a sports trainer, goes on vacation to the DR. At...
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    How many digits in a Popular account?

    Quick question, I am trying to send money to a popular account, I have a total of 10 digits. I'm assuming that I use the last 5 as it would seem the first 2 are bank number, then 3 for the branch number, and the last 5 would be the account. Correct? Cany anyone verify this
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    H, the not so silent letter...

    Not that I need any help with my pronunciation, I am just curious as to why many Dominicans pronounce the H - it is supposed to be silent. The best example I can think of is Haina, pronounced "jaina", but also hartura, harto, hot dog, hamberger, Heidy (pronounced Heydy), . Theres a few other...
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    Fresh water fishing spots.

    I searched and found some pretty old threads, so I thought I'd start a new one. Never went fishing once in the DR, as none of my buddies like to fish - or have ever fished for that matter. but would like to next time I'm back. As far as deepsea and ocean fishing in general, theres lots of...
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    Has anyone used the RBC internationl Remmitance to send money to the DR?

    It's relatively new and was wondering if anyone has experience using this feature in online banking for the Royal Bank of Canada?
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    Canada Sponsorship - Unmarried, Baby on the way

    Alright - I've looked at the different sponsorship classes etc. But was wondering if anyone has any relevant experiance, or advice they can give on my particular situation. I have been with my gf for over 2 years. Of those 2 years we lived continuously for over a year. This should qualify me...
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    Driving Range in Santo Domingo?

    I've heard there's one in Arroyo Hondo. Could anyone provide a little help? Location? Rates? Hours? Do they supply lender clubs? thanks in advance
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    Anyone know where I can catch an NHL playoff game?

    I want to see if the sens will pick up some steam, if not catch a habs game.? Anyone?
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    Guiness Supplier? Contact for Jose O?Sheas?

    Not sure if this is the right thread to ask. But I would like know if anybody could refer me a supplier of Guiness in the DR. The only place that I know of that serves the black stuff is Jose O?Shea?s in Cabarate, if nobody knows of the supplier, perhaps somebody could direct me to the owner...
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    When in Rome...

    Ok, so a search of the forum brings up 327 results for this phrase. It is used a lot around here. I just wanted to know what people think of this approach. Often at times people are told to compromise their beliefs, wether it be how they drive, dress, treat women, etc. Does the saying hold...