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Where is the best place to exchange dollars for pesos? I hear that it is not wise to exchange in the airport, so is the Dominican bank, or ATM better? I am trying to find a good return on my Dollars. Thanks in advance for any help!!!!!

I will be staying at an AI in Punta Cana all next week, but would like to spend a full day in Santo Domingo. I was thinking about getting a hotel for one night in the Capital and returning to Punta Cana the next day. Can anyone please give me some advice on different the types transtportion...

I am looking to stay in Santiago for a few days, So I was wondering if anyone could tell me if I could find a decent hotel in Santiago between $40 and $50 USD per night? Thanks for any help in advance. Rick

that can meet a couple at SDQ Airport and carry them to Punta Cana Resort? The couple will be arriving around the 4th of july, and they are willing to pay someone in $USD. Must be a nice reliable automoble with A/C. Thanks in advance for any information!!! Ricky

I have a job opportunity to work in the DR, but here are my requirements. Requires a dedicated, private home office, computer, high speed internet connection, and phone line ("land" line, not VOIP) to be used when working Virtually. Is it possible to have calls forwarded at a set price...

Can one use XM Radio in the DR? Will I be able to connect with the satellite signals from the US? Any help would be appreciated!!! Rick

My friend was in a car accident and broke his front teeth. Can any one please refer me to a good Periodontist in the DR? How much money can one save by having dental inplants done in the DR? A phone number would help greatly. Thanks, Rick

Has anyone been able to use their BlackBerry to send and receive their email in the DR? I searched and found some information, but I am not clear concerning any advancements in the DR for the BlackBerry. I will be in the DR in December and I hope to stay in touch with my contacts. Thanks for any...

I was doing some research concerning, Dominican issued identity cards. I came across an article that got my attention, but I am not sure this article holds water. Can anyone please tell me if my questions are true, or false? 1) Is it true that, every Dominican is issued with an identity card...

Please, can someone tell me if Cingular cell phones work in the Dominican Republic? Model of phones are Motorola RAZR V3, and Motorola L6. Can these phone by activated? Thank you for any help.. Rick

Can someone help me with a little info concerning cell phones in the DR? I am trying to find what frequency the cell phones are opperated, or can I bring uncapped cell phones with me? Thanks for any information you can offer. Rick in Virginia

Thanks for hanging my pic's in your gallery Hlywud. Although I post very little am a big fan of the DR1. My first trip too the DR was in 2001, some of you helped me with information on hotels, attractions, Dominican life style, and I have profited greatly. This July will be my 10th thip to the...

How is the DR at Christmas, or is it better for me to wait and travel there in January? When traveling I like to go to various Cities in the DR. Is Christmas time just too hectic to meet locals, after all there will be a lot of family members returning home. Will it be to dangerous traveling in...

Can someone please tell me how can I post my pic in the Photo Gallery? Thanks Rick

Are there any special events celebrated in the US in August or september by dominican's living in the US? I'm Looking for anything big, art show, parade, baseball ceremony, ect. If so, please post the event, date, and where it will located. Any help and I would be greatful. Thanks

I was in POP last June and met a Dominicana name Wanda. We met at the local supermarket and exchanged numbers, but like an idiot I lost it. This women is a Halle berry prototype, same height, build, complexion, and smile. She is fluent in English, and said she had lived in Canada for 5 years. I...

Can anyone give me the name of a few good hotel's in Santiago, and the price range... Thanks!!!!!!

I was able to have a great vacation in the DR, thanks to the information giving from those who post on this message board. AZB, I stayed in Santiago for a few day's and trained at the world's famous Gold's Gym. I did just what you said, I got there around 6pm to sit in the food court, and the...

I have try to search the archives concerning rental cars, but came up empty. Can anyone tell me the name of a good rental car company, or better yet have a phone number? There use to be a rental car advertisement on the old DR1 home page.

I have a friend who is in need of a Cell Phone. Can someone tell me if it would be cheaper buying the phone in the US, or waiting until I arrive in the DR. I know they already have service, and will need change the enternal chip. Are the Nokia phone easily converted, or is there a better phone...