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  1. Mm530

    When will DR open for International travel??????

    Count me in ! Thats 2 ....
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    When will American flights be allowed ?

    I am planning post pandemic and was wondering .... Does anyone have a thought when ??
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    OCEAN CLEANUP - 4TH INTERCEPTOR DESTINED FOR sANTO dOMINGO

    Looks good. I wonder what the actual ratio of garbage is picked up . education it has to start in the barrios and campos
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    uber

    You can also download the app and type in both addresses... gives you a live price !
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    How do you like the new website re-design ?

    It IS more user - friendly with a cleaner look also. It still is NOT a " modern " website by any means ... not many graphics or pics at all...and sometimes too much mumbo jumbo that the average person can't be bothered with.
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    So Can I buy flight for SDQ for Friday , April 3rd ??

    He said the borders were closed until April 3rd. So I was assuming one can LAND on that day
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    So Can I buy flight for SDQ for Friday , April 3rd ??

    Will I be able to fly in ???
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    What is the Real Estate in Zona Colonial like ??

    I have always found the historic & colonial architecture of " La Zona" very enchanting & amazing. I usually see alot of beautiful , amazing , well preserved buildings... but I also see alot of empty, neglected , left to decay buildings that look like if cleaned up would be amazing !!!! I...
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    What will be the total economic impact on the DR from the COVID19 ??

    The US is going to slide into a recession ... ESPECIALLY NYC where most Dominicans reside. The economy is a stand still and will have a ripple effect on the remittance money sent from US. Dominican economy's MAIN money maker is Tourism. This will be a big dent in MANY pockets ! Lost wages...
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    Are Temporary Visa fairly easy to get ?

    Whats are the chances of being approved for a temporary visa to able to work in the country ? I visit frequently and really love it. I have college degree. English/Spanish fully fluent + More than 20 years experience in Food Service & Guest Services in 5 star hotels in NYC , Boston & Miami. I...
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    Best way to get English Teaching Job ?

    What is the most sure-proof ( if that exists) way to land an OK English teaching job in Dominican Republic preferably SD ? I am ready to take any certifications and have Native level English & College Degree... US citizen
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    How to go about "Churchill Ave" & Avenida España ??

    Im visiting from NYC ... ive been to SD and DR many times want to explore more than El Conde & the hood arohnd el conde ... Any good restaurants or places to check out on the streets i mentioned. Also something that wont break the bank... Im blessed with a great paying job .... but places in...
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    How do locals handle this heat? i just returned from Las Terrenas / The capital...

    I come from the US where AC is common. The heat this week was unbearable . Just oppressive! how do expats or locals handle it ?? I mean the carritos, comedores and colmados never have ac. I undertand the economic reality of having an AC is Rep dom but jesus ! lol . As a an american we always...
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    "Local" Dining is Las Terrenas ? We will be by Gregorio Luperon. Prefer DR food

    "Local" Dining is Las Terrenas ? We will be by Gregorio Luperon. Prefer DR food I am booking a AirBNB is Gregorio Luperon street... by the casino. I am coming from NYC .... French & Italian cuisine although delicious... is not usually my cuisine of choice & I prefer local food. I understand...
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    Would like to earn TEFL Certification in USA to teach english in Santo Domingo...

    I noticed a previous thread but it was from 2007 . I was wondering if anyone had any direct knowledge in regards to a American citizen with a bachelors in Hotel Management and a TEFL certification getting a job as an English teacher in Santo Domingo. I am willing to put in the work to increase...
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    Venezuelan invasion of DR ???

    On my recent trip I noticed many Venezuelans at Agorra Mall , owning businesses in Bavaro .. and generally also in Santo Domingo. Is this common all around the country ?? or just certain areas ? Do they get work visas easily ?? What do the locals make of this ??
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    So many house " Se Vende " in Zona Colonial ... How come ???

    On my visit during election weekend ( NEVER again... too much noise) i noticed so many houses for sale or buildings. I even saw one with 3 bedroom 4 baths and a pool going 40k USD.. what gives ??? I mean in NYC these prices are unheard of ... i mean 40K ??? To me the Zona Colonial is very nice...
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    Powerful"mafia"of investors who own in Punta Cana area will not allow SW to develop ?

    Powerful"mafia"of investors who own in Punta Cana area will not allow SW to develop ? Speaking to some locals... there seemed to be a reference about several " forces that be " will not allow or at least make it very hard for hotels and tourist destinations to develop in the virgin , SW part of...
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    Why empty restaurants in Las Terrenas ??

    I visited las terrenas for the first time. Beaches are really nice. It was interesting the mixture of locals, italians, frenchies and visitors. There are many beautful restaurants all on the strip.. the intersting thing is that they were mostly empty ? How do these places survive ? I was...