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    Jac/Daihatsu/similar truck req'd.

    We are looking for a 'safari' type truck - the ones with the adaptation of benches on the rear with a roof, like the Jeep Safari vehicles - normally these are JAC, Daihatsu, etc. Anyone you know selling one? Thanks in advance for help.
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    Cabarete town gets a little boost

    A journalist from Caribbean Life was in Cabarete this summer. She has written an article, both in print and in the online version. It might make interesting reading for DR1'ers. Cabarete, Dominican Republic: Expat Island Paradise - CaribbeanTravelMag.com
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    Hurricanes can be fun :)

    This week - with one Hurricane, one tropical storm and one other system developing off the coast of Africa looking like turning into something, National Hurricane Center ; if you are looking for some entertainment this weekend, head down to Encuentro to take a look at some potentially EPIC surf...
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    passport photo booth

    Can anyone tell me if there's a photo place available somewhere between Cabarete and Puerto Plata that the UK government would recognize as a valid entry? It's rather urgent :ermm:
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    Bologna Caffe - Sosua

    This morning we found our new favorite place for desayuno...... salmon and cream cheese bagels toasted to perfection, imported French croissants, great coffee, nice surroundings and comfortable temperature - hardly anyone there which surprised us. If you've not tried it, I highly recommend it.
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    Rancho Luisa y Tommy

    A few weeks after the sad death of Luisa, her son Tommy has taken on the ranch and will continue to run the superb horse riding tours that so many people have enjoyed for years. He is not new to the job, they began the ranch together many years ago. He has returned to take care of the horses...
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    Port Au Prince to Puerto Plata?

    Can any of you well-informed bunch tell me if there's a regular air service between Port Au Prince and Puerto Plata and who the operator might be? Thanks in advance. Clare
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    Servimed, Cabarete

    Apologies if this particular take on the topic has already been running (I know there was a thread on Bournigal's new ownership of Servimed Cabarete). I'd like to report that one of our clients had a minor ear infection this week and we suggested him to go to Servimed, which he did. Without...
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    Decent accountant in Cabarete/Sosua?

    Anyone have good experience of an accountant in the area to deal with Gov. taxation etc. for a small business please?
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    what Bill did to the surf...

    Thought you may be interested to see what Hurricane Bill brought to Encuentro this morning - 1st page are all photos taken by us between 8 and 9am today. www.cabareteblog.com
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    parking at POP airport

    Hello all, Anyone left their car at POP for a couple of days and returned to find it still there (with all four wheels)? Was meant to be on the AA flight tonight but it was cancelled at the last minute for technical issues - now thinking about driving myself there and leaving car in the top car...
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    Good news for Kiteboarding in Cabarete

    I am very happy to report that the K.P.W.T. World Cup kiteboarding event has found the sponsorship and support required to hold part of the World Tour this summer in Cabarete, directly on Kite Beach. This will mean that a spectacular official World Cup event will take place on what many people...
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    Good optician on the North Coast?

    I am looking for any recommendations on a good optician on the North coast (or alternatively Santiago). I have pretty bad vision and need to get a good check done since I think I need new prescription for my contact lenses. Help is much appreciated. Jim
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    Pool Table Specialist

    Does anyone know of a company or individual on the island that can professionally put together a Brunswick pool table we are importing? Thanks for suggestions. Clare