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    workmans compensation

    a friend of mine experienced an accident while working at one of the eastern resorts. It appears she will need physical therapy for a considerable length of time. I mentioned that perhaps the employer was covered by workmans compensation and that an application for assistance should be...
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    payment method for rent and contract info

    is it to my advantage to pay rent in dollars or pesos? and, assuming the rental contract is yearly, shouldn't there be a clause about an increase of the rent amount? tks
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    bringing a temporary residency up-to-date

    and yes, I need to visit with an attorney but...I obtained my temporary residency years ago but returned to the workforce in conus and never completed the mandatory renewals to get the permanent residency. My question then...can this temporary residency be brought up-to-date ($$$) or must I...
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    Accommodation for four couples

    ISO VILLA accommodation for four couples + on the south coast. November 2023, week/ten days. All Inclusive a plus. Beachfront a MUST. References available. We stayed at the Sunrise Villa last year.
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    Story of the House

    On a recent trip from POP to the Cabera area we passed a huge house nestled on a large hill, heliport and the works! Certainly has a view. Anyone know the story?
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    Help With The Eticket Procedure

    Started the process, entered all of my information but now it wants passenger two information. There is NO #2 and I don't see a way to get around it. HELP
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    Villa Rental Palenque area

    looking at mid-November 2022 for a week, dozen adults w/some pre-teen children, no pets, beachfront a must as is house keeping, security and chef.
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    Villa Rental

    A family member wishes to rent a large villa capable of hosting 20 +/- adults with (some children) the last part of November '22. My experience (limited) is that the north coast may not be quite as comfortable as the south at that time of the year. I don't like the Atlantic! Regardless, the...
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    Dentist Information

    I will be needing some routine dental work done including but not limited to cleaning and fillings. I am looking for a dentist in the Boca Chica, Andres or Caleta area. Cleanliness a must, some english would be a plus. Many thanks
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    USED Bathroom fixtures

    In search of gently used bathroom fixtures (stool, lavatory, shower cabinet) in the Andres, Boca Chica or Capitol (as a last resort) area. Tks
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    Bunk Beds

    In search of reasonably priced bunk beds, new or gently used. Andres, Boca Chica or the Capitol as a last resort. Tks
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    RD Social Security

    A friend of mine was recently furloughed (along with most of the crew) at the Free Zone Company Gildan near Santo Domingo. Although they were covered by social security none have received any benefits from the government. Gildan claims they have nothing further to do with the employees as they...
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    Motorcycle, pasola, scooter etal License

    good day to all, I am in a friendly argument with a friend regarding the requirement of a license to operate a moto in the Republic. My friend (under the age of 20) states that a person must be at least 20 years old to obtain a license - is that correct? My friend presently drives a moto and...
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    nickelodeon resort punta cana

    Looking for "first hand" reports - "the good, bad or ugly"! Appropriate for five year olds? Thanks.
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    Enlarged Prostate

    I have one, benign biopsy so it's just BPH. I suffer from an occasional head cold, runny nose and etc; according to all the "experts" I have come into contact with there is no known OTC med that a person with BPH can take to relieve the cold symptoms. By chance is there anyone on this forum...
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    Apart Hotel Roma II

    Have you or anyone on the board actually stayed at the Roma II ?? If so, please elaborate the good, bad or ugly. Thanks.
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    Environment Ministry announces beach cleanup

    In an announcement made on Wednesday, 14 September 2016, the Ministry of Environment confirmed the celebration of a beach cleanup day as part of the World Cleanup of Beaches and Riverbanks Day. The cleanup of the nation?s beaches and riverbanks will take place on Saturday 17 September. Here is a...
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    Waterpark - amusement park near Boca Chica

    I remember (?) a couple years back there was a blurb about a new waterpark in or around the south coast. I have searched the forum but come up with a few that are too far away for my group. I need to take the kids out for an after-school-year getaway.
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    Current taxi rate sdq to boca chica

    nighttime if that makes a difference; pesos or dollars. Thanks