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    Maison Gautreaux Hotel - My Experiences

    I received several PMs regarding my posts about the Maison Gautreaux Hotel. I figured that I would share my experiences and opinions about this hotel for others who are visiting the Santo Domingo area. This is NOT a paid endorsement of this hotel, this is just my opinion based upon my...
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    Lower Flights! $110

    Just saw an news article on one of the Cable Shows that says that Summer Travel Flights and Deals are really kicking in soon. They claim that prices on selected cities to Europe have cut like 40 to 50 percent off. These deals begin after August 18th and run through the fall. The also said...
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    A Ride from SDQ to the Hotel at 3:30 AM

    Flight arrives on a Friday morning at 2:30 am. By the time I claim bags, clear immigration and customs, it will be 3:30 am. Need to go to my hotel right on the malecon (near the Intercontinental) Options????? A) My regular taxi driver who I always use, most likely should be sleeping. - Don't...
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    I need a ride from the SDQ Airport

    Flight arrives on a Friday morning at 2:30 am. By the time I claim bags, clear immigration and customs, it will be 3:30 am. Need to go to my hotel right on the malecon (near the Intercontinental) Options????? A) My regular taxi driver who I always use, most likely should be sleeping. -...
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    What types of Jets does JetBlue fly?

    Anyone know what types of jets that JetBlue have in their inventory? - I am headed to the DR in a few weeks and this will be my first time flying with JetBlue. My flight from BOS to JFK is on a plane with 2 seats on each side of the aircraft. It appears that there are about 24 rows of seats...
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    Now there is proof!

    Hey All: Found this video on YouTube - Found it very interesting. Please share it and learn from it. Not ALL Dominican men are this way.... but there are many..... so please be respectful. :chinese: YouTube - Sex Trips For Girls | Holiday Toyboy | Channel 4
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    Car Rental in SDQ

    Questions Questions Questions! I am headed to SDQ in May and plan to rent a car. I plan on renting from one of the large brand companies like Thrifty or Budget or Avis. I found a pretty good deal on a compact car for like $18 USD per day plus tax. When I log on to the website to make my...
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    Discount Promotion Code for AA

    I just heard about a 10 or 20% off discount promotion code that was available for American Airlines. I am in the process of booking a trip to SDQ from BOS and was hoping that I could obtain the code to save myself some bucks. Does anyone know of this promotion code? - If so, drop me a...
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    I need a Taxi ride from SDQ Airport to my hotel

    My regular taxi is unavailable!!!!!!!!!!!! I will be arriving on Sunday, December 7th at 1:45 at the SDQ Airport - I am going to need a taxi from the airport to my hotel in Santo Domingo (next door to the Intercontinental). I know that I can grab one of those guys waiting out in front of the...
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    BOS to SDQ $258 R/T on AA

    Just grabbed by American Airlines flight from Boston to Santo Domingo for $258 plus tax (Total $403) round trip. Will be flying December 7 - 16 Appears to be the best price for this route. If the DR Airport Taxes/Fees were not so high, then it would be a real bargin. :bunny:
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    Peanuts in the Shell - Customs OK?

    I know! - This may be an odd question; but I need to ask. :o I love Peanuts in the Shell and want to bring a large bag of them with me to the Dominican Republic on my next trip. I was thinking of bringing a 2 or 3 pound bag with me packed in my checked luggage. The Peanuts are in a celephane...
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    Oasis Hamaca Guest Policy, etc...

    All: I have a couple of co-workers of mine or are going to Santo Domingo for a 1 week vacation. These 2 guys are Gay:devious: and they want to go because they hear great things about the country. They are looking at the Oasis Hamaca because of the good deal of $649 per person (including...
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    Just Maybe a Stupid Questions But...

    My family and I are sitting back monitoring the progress of the Hurricanes (Gustav and Hanna) and had a question that none of us could answer. I know this just may be a stupid question, but we thought we would ask anyway: :confused: How does the Cuban Government get is official information...
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    Dominicans in Providence, Rhode Island

    Hola: Any Dominicans in the Rhode Island area? - I live in North Providence, Rhode Island and I am heading back to the DR in a couple of weeks. Just wanted to see if any of my neighbors from the great state participate in this forum... ;)
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    SDQ Taxi Drivers and the Tourists they try to rip off

    There are many stories and experiences regarding SDQ Taxi Drivers and the Tourists that they try to rip off with inflated prices. It has been posted before that if you go up to the departure level and stand there with your bags, a cabbie that has just dropped someone off will try to grab you...
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    Car Rental in SD

    Hey All I am not ready to rent a car for the duration of my 2 week trip to Santo Domingo. However, I was thinking of renting for 1 or 2 days. Anyone know of a place near the Jaragua Hotel or someplace close in that area to rent for 1 or 2 days? Looking for a reputable place that is not that...
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    Olympics - Dominicans

    Did anyone see the Dominican delegation for the Olympics? - I stayede up last night to watch the parade of nations. The Dominicans looked great, but I am not sure how many athelete will be competing this year. I know that Baseball is not going to be played so thats a big bummer.... :chinese:
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    I need to Find a Song HELP!

    :cheeky: hey all - i just returned back home to Rhode Island after 2 wonderful weeks in the DR. I had yet another great time. During my stay, i heard a song playing on the bus in at many of the Bodega's and other spots. According to some of the people questioned, the song is: OMEGA ...
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    Soldiers Marching on 27 Feb - Santo Domingo

    Does anyone have or know where I can get a copy of the videos from the Independence Day Military Marching that occured on 27 February on the Malecon in Santo Domingo? I was fortunate enough to see the parades live while I was visiting the DR in February. They were great. The soldiers...
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    Video of the Marching Parade in Haina

    Does anyone have or know where I can get a copy of the videos from the Independence Day Marching bands that occured on 27 February in Haina? I was fortunate enough to see the parades live while I was visiting the DR in February. They were great. I especially enjoyed watching all of the young...