there is a guy from POP who went to the US for a while, and they just about stole his entire house. when he drove up to it, all he saw was the walls.
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Why are you in DR? Are you obsolete(d)?
there is a guy from POP who went to the US for a while, and they just about stole his entire house. when he drove up to it, all he saw was the walls.
I did not post it to scare anyone. The OP was asking how it is and I said the truth.
Just so the person can be aware of the dangers. That's why when the OP stated
that he doesn't think it's so dangerous, I told him, then you'll do just fine and
wished him good luck. I'm not going to argue, he'll find out on his own.
Just so the person can be aware of the dangers. That's why when the OP stated
that he doesn't think it's so dangerous, I told him, then you'll do just fine and
wished him good luck. I'm not going to argue, he'll find out on his own.
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Where you living? I understand certain areas are definitely more dangerous than others but many people here in Jarabacoa leave for several months and just lock their place up, and come back several months later with everything intact. Now if they had a place outside down I'm sure they would have to have family looking after it. Of course sometimes family are worse than paid help.
Saunders, good to hear to Jarabacoa is such a wonderful place. Sorry that can't be said for the
majority of places in the DR.(so secure)
About where I'm living? read my past posts, tired of repeating myself.(since your interested)
Bronze; i didn't mean to make light of your warning. Actually, I appreciate it. Need to hear the good and the bad. I find that some folk in my home town (mostly newcomers) downplay the danger, which, in actuality is very, very real. Coming from suburban, middle class backgrounds, they seem to think it is some sort of adventure. The sense of adventure generally ends when one is robbed, beaten, raped or murdered...or sometimes all of the above.
The one Dominican I was once acquainted (who lives in Europe) with warned me not to go there alone, that it was very dangerous to do so. Then again, while in Caledonia, one of the less desirable areas in Panama, I didn't realize I was in the hood until i ventured a couple of blocks in the wrong direction.
I think westerners often equate poverty with danger; they generally go hand in hand in most of the western world. It is not always the case though. What I have learned is this:
Take the word of the local over that of the gringo with regard to safety. That being said, sir, I thank you for your candor.
The one Dominican I was once acquainted (who lives in Europe) with warned me not to go there alone, that it was very dangerous to do so. Then again, while in Caledonia, one of the less desirable areas in Panama, I didn't realize I was in the hood until i ventured a couple of blocks in the wrong direction.
I think westerners often equate poverty with danger; they generally go hand in hand in most of the western world. It is not always the case though. What I have learned is this:
Take the word of the local over that of the gringo with regard to safety. That being said, sir, I thank you for your candor.
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That's true, and the shopping isn't very good either, but I can safely walk around town, even at night, except certain barrios that even sane Dominicans avoid.
Lately you seem to have a slightly less temperate attitude than the past. Something happen?
Yes, it's called experience.Plus, I can sense when someone trying to look for an argument. I like
to nip it in the bud.
bronzie is one of the best people to listen to in this matter. she is Dominican, and can say it like it is without having to absorb the attacks about offending Dominicans. some people here try too hard to make the DR sound like a paradise, while i am sure their significant others would run at the opportunity to get a green card.
You mean in the DR? It all depends what you are looking for. IF you are not fluent in spanish(or no nothing at all)
I certainly recommend living in expat communities(the north coast,Punta Cana etc.) and gated communities. Lots of them in the capitol) But it all depends what you are looking for.
Many expats and others who do not live in such communities are married to Dominicans.
I strongly advise against living in barrios, which abound.
Bad experience I guess. I think that it's hard to go home again because home really hasn't changed much but usually the person has. My wife's cousin and his wife just experienced that. He could make the transition back to the DR, but she could with her daughters and grandchildren living the States.
I am just appalled at how much the DR has changed over the years, I'm talking about the attitude,
of the people, something Dominicans abroad talk about constantly. Everything is about money.
get on any bus, and in all conversations, the word that comes up most often is cualto
I have experienced hanging out with American expats in Latin America. It was not enjoyable. Quite frankly, I was a bit disgusted by the fact that they seemed to be there only to have sex with very young women and drink lots of cheap beer, all the while complaining about the people there not speaking any English. Now, I have no problem with dating or sex with young (ADULT) women, and cheap beer is a good thing; I despise exploitation, however, and that is the vibe I got. So... not much into hanging out with the folk I am trying to get away from. Thank you for your advice. Anything else you would like to share?
By the way... my apologies for referring to you as "sir" earlier.
I have experienced hanging out with American expats in Latin America. It was not enjoyable. Quite frankly, I was a bit disgusted by the fact that they seemed to be there only to have sex with very young women and drink lots of cheap beer, all the while complaining about the people there not speaking any English. Now, I have no problem with dating or sex with young (ADULT) women, and cheap beer is a good thing; I despise exploitation, however, and that is the vibe I got. So... not much into hanging out with the folk I am trying to get away from. Thank you for your advice. Anything else you would like to share?
By the way... my apologies for referring to you as "sir" earlier.
That's okay, You're not the only one who has mistaken me for a he.