| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Mosquitos | 9/23/2009 |
Q: We are leaving this Sunday to Puerta Plata for a week. Just wondering is we will have problem with ...
A: It depends. If you're going to an oceanfront resort, you'll hardly see a mosquito until the sun goes ...
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| Boiling Water for Consumption | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I will be living in an apartment in Puerto Plata for 5 weeks. I realize I need to drink bottled ...
A: You can, of course, if you maintain the boil for a minute or so, but bottled water is not very ...
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| caribbean | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I have traveled to several islands and love them.I was thinking of Punta Cana next.I have read ...
A: You've been told several things wrong, but let me help. Punta Cana is a development without a town ...
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| which region? | 5/30/2009 |
Q: My husband and I (we're in our 60's and just retired) are looking for a place to get out of the long ...
A: I have to confess that I'm not sure about those places, which are a bit more remote. You can get ...
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| which region? | 5/29/2009 |
Q: My husband and I (we're in our 60's and just retired) are looking for a place to get out of the long ...
A: Try Sosua or the area between Puerto Plata and Sosua. Try contacting a real estate agent you find ...
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| weather surprice surprice | 5/24/2009 |
Q: im going to Dominican June 6th 2009, and lots of people say its rain rain rain.please could you tell ...
A: It's not the driest time of the year but it's unlikely to rain every day, all the time. Here's the ...
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| weather in dominican republic | 5/14/2009 |
Q: i am going to punta cana dominican republic from 21st may-4th june. im checking weather forecasts ...
A: I keep trying to explain to people that Punta Cana is a five-hour, maybe closer to six-hour, drive ...
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| Weather | 5/14/2009 |
Q: Me and my friends are travelling to the Dom. Rep near the end of august and in a few websites it ...
A: Yes, it's raInier and it's hurricane season. That's why it's cheaper then. No, it won't rain all the ...
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| Rain | 5/13/2009 |
Q: Going to Punta Cana for the first time from May 30 to June 6th. I am so excited I love the heat and ...
A: I think you already have the answer. There is a chance of showers pretty near every day but those ...
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| Calling cards between RD, US & PR | 5/5/2009 |
Q: George: My daughter will be staying in the Life Style Tropical Beach Resort & Spa at Cofresí ...
A: I really can't tell you about phone because I don't use them to call overseas much but I'm betting ...
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| Playa dorada to Punta cana | 5/1/2009 |
Q: we're staying in Playa Dorada and would like to travel to Punta Cana for the day (Hard Rock Cafe) ...
A: It's generally VERY safe assuming you're an intelligent person who doesn't throw money around and ...
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| domincan republlic | 5/1/2009 |
Q: What is the closest Island/location to Santa Domingo?
A: Easy enough -- remember that the Dominican Republic is a BIG country by Caribbean standards and ...
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| holiday | 4/22/2009 |
Q: Is it usually hot on the first week of may.
A: Ellen! I'm not sure how to say this but you are misinterpreting the forecasts. I just checked ...
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| safety? | 4/18/2009 |
Q: My daughter is planning a trip to Puerto Plata with her high school graduation class. I am nervous ...
A: Hope! I was hoping you'd tell me which resort. The Bahia Principe is a pretty nice place, actually, ...
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| safety? | 4/17/2009 |
Q: My daughter is planning a trip to Puerto Plata with her high school graduation class. I am nervous ...
A: You're are almost certainly worrying too much. However, I would suggest that she stay within the ...
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| Best place to stay for us? | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Let me start off by saying in my 29 yrs of life, I have yet to go on a vacation. So, when my future ...
A: Actual truth: Those things are available in areas developed for tourism on every island and in every ...
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| Hurricane season | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I am coming on July 5th (2009) for our honeymoon. I am worried about the Hurricane season, and ...
A: Yes -- expect people to talk about the predictions for the hurricane season. While it's officially ...
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| money exchange | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Can u tell the wether its best ot change my money in the uk, or when i get to the the island.
A: EasyChange your money in the DR, where you will get a much better rate. Hint: Don't exchange much ...
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| To Dominican on the boat? | 4/6/2009 |
Q: is it possible to get to Dom.Rep. on the boat from main land (Costa Rica, Venezuela, Colombia etc.) ...
A: Well, there are only two ways to get to the DR on a boat, other than signing on as a crew member for ...
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| LHVC Crown Villas, Cofresi Beach | 4/4/2009 |
Q: You really do seem to define the word "expert". I ready many of your posts and wanted to know if ...
A: Let me answer some of those questions, but not all. We spent a week in March in Pto. Plata, visiting ...
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| Rain | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I will be traveling to Punta Cana on Tues until Sat the 11th weather.com is saying there is 30% ...
A: Not at all -- It means you might get showers for an hour or two pretty much any time during those ...
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| puerto plata | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I am going to be vacationing in Puerto Plate the first week of June. I would like some suggestions ...
A: Oh, you bet there's a fee! Would you want to drive around a bunch of inebriated tourists all over ...
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| puerto plata | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I am going to be vacationing in Puerto Plate the first week of June. I would like some suggestions ...
A: Dress code conservative? Only if you plan to run around naked. If you mean topless at the beach, be ...
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| prescription meds through customs | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I am traveling at the end of the month to DR. I have searched and asked everyone this. I have been ...
A: No, you should be OK. My nephew is on methadone and has been for years, so I am familiar with your ...
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| Punta Cana, Uvero Alto | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I believe that the East side of the island, i.e. punta cana is on the caribbean side, is this true? ...
A: I don't claim to know much about Punta Cana but I can tell you it's on the eastern end of the ...
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| Bayahibe 1st Two weeks in September | 2/8/2009 |
Q: we have recently booked our honeymoon to the above in the first two weeks in September this year. ...
A: I suspect you live in Europe. Everyone in North America and Central America knows that September is ...
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| Weather in Dominican first two weeks of Sept | 2/8/2009 |
Q: me and my partner have just booked a holiday in the above period to Bayahibe and wondered if this ...
A: Karen! I'm pretty sure you're the same person whose question I just answered, but long story short, ...
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| weather in D. R. | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I am looking at going to Punta Cana in June. Is it likely to rain every day there?
A: No, of course not. Statistically, there is likely to be some measurable rain every fourth day in ...
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| Grand Ventana - Sun | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have read through alot of your answers about the Dominican Republic, they are all vary helpful so ...
A: Gran Ventana, huh? Go to the beach, turn left, go around the point where Paradise is located, then ...
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| Puerto Plata Weather | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I am traveling to Puerto Plata this coming Thursday until This coming Sunday. The weather calls for ...
A: It does look like a rainy period, but it will be warm unless you consider days with highs between 76 ...
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| bottled water and weather | 1/14/2009 |
Q: is all the bottled water available in dominican republic safe as I suffered terrible stomach cramps? ...
A: All the bottled water is safe as long as you buy it in a plastic container with one of those ...
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| Dominiocan Republic | 1/13/2009 |
Q: What kind of drinks are there in the Dominican Republic that are common to the native people?
A: Rum, rum and more rum, known locally as "The Three Bs" for the companies which make them: Brugal, ...
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| January Rain | 1/9/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are traveling to Punta Cana for my 50th birthday January 24 2009. Is it typical to ...
A: No, it doesn't rain all day every day or there would be a lot more mudslides and floods. What you ...
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| flights form Punta Cana to Santo Domingo | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I was looking for a WebSite with actual prices and possibility to book flights from Punta Cana to ...
A: Yes, two carriers: http://caribbeanairsigns.com/?page_id=9 Also, Caribair will be happy to take ...
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| helicopter rental | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I want to rent a helicopter for aprox 4-6 hrs on Tuesday December 30th 2008 from punta cana to visit ...
A: Rates in the Dominican Republic are always subject to negotiation, bartering, if you will. But talk ...
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| fun tropicale | 12/16/2008 |
Q: my friend and i,both 23 are going to the fun tropicale on 3rd of jan,what is the hotel like and will ...
A: Easy enough ... yes, there will be other people there who want to go out every night. Stay up late ...
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| hi | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I am staying at one of the hotels in Puerto Plata and I was wondering if many celebrities stay at ...
A: No -- except for Dominican celebrities who are there to entertain, sometimes at the Merengue ...
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| Rui Mambo | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have recently booked a holiday to the Rui Mambo, we are going on the 27th December two weeks. Do ...
A: Irene! I'm not sure why you would think the weather is bad in late December. Typically, it's a ...
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| need information | 11/28/2008 |
Q: i am thinking on going to puerta plata in feb can u tell me if i need a tetna shot or any other type ...
A: You can swim with Dolphins at Ocean Word. I can't tell you about Cuba. I don't claim to know ...
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| Weather | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I have read answers previously about the weather in December, we are due to go to Iberostar Bavaro ...
A: That's too far down the road for an actual prediction but probably not a reason to worry. Remember ...
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| travel documentation for children | 11/24/2008 |
Q: My 14 year old son has a last minute invitation to go on vacation to Punta cana from Canada with his ...
A: Well, it's not as difficult as it sounds -- IF he's traveling with adults, arrives with them and ...
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| need information | 11/24/2008 |
Q: i am thinking on going to puerta plata in feb can u tell me if i need a tetna shot or any other type ...
A: No, I have not stayed at Iberostar but I live right down the beach from it part of the year. In ...
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| need information | 11/23/2008 |
Q: i am thinking on going to puerta plata in feb can u tell me if i need a tetna shot or any other type ...
A: No, you don't need any special shot before you go on vacation in the DR, though it's always good to ...
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| need information | 11/21/2008 |
Q: i am planning a trip with my sister and single 36 year old brother who wants to party at night ...
A: Heck, no -- you're just a careful planner, Nicky! Iberostar Costa Dorada is about four resorts down ...
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| need information | 11/19/2008 |
Q: i am planning a trip with my sister and single 36 year old brother who wants to party at night ...
A: I'd still go to Gran Ventana -- the three Riu resorts are indeed on the west side of the city and ...
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| need information | 11/19/2008 |
Q: i am planning a trip with my sister and single 36 year old brother who wants to party at night ...
A: Those two places are next to each other on the beach, with BlueBay just to the east. If I had to ...
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| Prescription Medication Rules | 11/17/2008 |
Q: Im leaving in a week for Punta Cana and Im trying to find the exact rules for bringing in ...
A: Make sure the medication is in the original containers with the patient's name on the label. Be ...
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| Travel distance | 11/15/2008 |
Q: How far is the Santa Domingo airport from the Bavaro Princess? Is it safe in these areas? (I have 5 ...
A: OK, you are asking about the south and east coasts of the DR, a four- to five-hour ride away from me ...
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| Travel distance | 11/12/2008 |
Q: How far is the Santa Domingo airport from the Bavaro Princess? Is it safe in these areas? (I have 5 ...
A: Oh, a couple of hours of driving. It's safe from bad guys, but I would NOT recommend driving it, ...
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| dominican republic weather | 11/9/2008 |
Q: could you tell me the weather in sosua for november december please?
A: Sure I can. Go here: http://dominicanrepublic-guide.info/weather/ Notice the bars on the left-hand ...
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| Weather Dominican Republic | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I know Punta Cana is not your speciality but I was wondering if you can still answer this question. ...
A: That hurricane will be long gone by then, which is not to say another storm couldn't form, but it ...
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| dom rep | 11/8/2008 |
Q: i am going to blue bay villas playa dorada on the 8th december and would like to know what the ...
A: Why, sure ... you are going to be pleased with this answer. December is a very SUNNY month with ...
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| New Years Eve | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I'm going to Gran Ventana Dec 28 - Jan 3 with my two teenage daughters (14-17) Will they have ...
A: That's two doors down the beach from me -- yes, they will have New Year's Eve events, I promise, but ...
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| Mosquito Season | 10/18/2008 |
Q: When is Mosquito season in DR? Would there be quite a few on the beaches in November? Thanks in ...
A: Not if you're at a resort. It's not the top of mosquito season and the resort area beaches are ...
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| December Weather / Victoria Hotel | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I come on honeymoon for two weeks from 8th December - 22nd. Is December a busy month / drier than ...
A: Your timing is good, Gareth! December is typically a dry month with showers almost entirely in the ...
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| October weather | 10/13/2008 |
Q: i am traveling to punta cana on this coming saturday and the 10 day weather forecast is showing 80% ...
A: Lauren! I wish I could but I can tell you that the forecast doesn't mean it will rain 80 percent of ...
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| weather | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have been to the north of the DR before in October and the weather was really good we saw 1 cloud ...
A: You may well see that again, but you are more likely to see days with a lot of sun and some clouds. ...
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| Liquid medication | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I am so exhausted from searching the web about this. If you can help me, then you are the best and i ...
A: Greg! Well, given that my nephew is a heroin addict who has been on methadone for quite some time, ...
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| Coming to visit this weekend, looking for a job. | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I'm coming to visit this weekend from NC. I want to move there for good and am looking for a job. ...
A: Easy enough -- you sound like the perfect person to sell real estate and/or time shares (OK, they're ...
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| weather | 9/23/2008 |
Q: We are planning to visit Punta Cana during Oct 11 to Oct 18. When we met the travel agents they warn ...
A: Yes, it's safe. Yes, there might be a hurricane. Three have hit the Dominican since 1995, but the ...
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| Holiday in October in Dominican Republic | 9/22/2008 |
Q: i was browsing through internet to find out some information on weather in Juan Dolio, Dominican ...
A: Relax! You're in for a dry period although it will be warm and humid! Visit here for a forecast ...
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| Cigarettes in Puerto Plata | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I am going over to Puerto Plata for 5 1/2 months, and unfortunately...I smoke. I know they do not ...
A: No, most cigarettes in the DR are made in the DR, including Marlboro. But there are several ...
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| weather in dr | 9/13/2008 |
Q: any chance of sun? many thanks
A: Long story short: It's too early to tell. The longest-range predictions available are for 15 days. ...
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| weather now in dominican republic | 9/12/2008 |
Q: we are going on sun to Puerto plata and all weather sites say thunderstorms does that mean all day ...
A: Most days, you will experience thunderstorms between 3 and 7 p.m. if at all. The Dominican shares a ...
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| weather | 9/9/2008 |
Q: Whats the weather going to be like in cabarete from saturday 13th september for the next 14 days? I ...
A: Here you go. Bookmark this page: ...
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| Hurricanes in the Dominican Republic | 9/9/2008 |
Q: am planning to travel to the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana on the 5th of October til the 12th with ...
A: Well, you'll be safe. The staff at your hotel is all Dominican (well, almost, anyway) and they know ...
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| worried about all the hurricanes | 9/8/2008 |
Q: ANSWER: Easy enough. No, no hurricanes have hit Punta Cana (east coast of the Dominican) this year, ...
A: Last question first. Tropical "waves" going west from Africa through the tropics are given names as ...
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| worried about all the hurricanes | 9/8/2008 |
Q: hi George we are flying to punta cana on the 28/09/08 and staying at the tropical princess just ...
A: Easy enough. No, no hurricanes have hit Punta Cana (east coast of the Dominican) this year, at least ...
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| Puerta Plata | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I am taking my first trip to the Dominican Republic, specifically to Puerta Plata and staying at ...
A: Why, sure! This is just down the beach from my place and was formerly called the Coral Marien. Here ...
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| Bahia Principe San Juan | 8/31/2008 |
Q: Im going to DR to the above hotel on the 12th of September for 2wk, do you know anything abt that ...
A: First, about hurricanes: I am amazed that every year, people ask about hurricanes. There have been ...
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| hurricane | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I'm going to Punta Cana on September 14th for 1 week, is there a hurricane predicted to hit that ...
A: The current hurricane hit the southwest coast of the DR, southern Haiti and is now headed for either ...
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| hurricane | 8/28/2008 |
Q: hi myself and my girlfriend have booked to go to punta canaon the 28/09/08 but havin second thoughts ...
A: There are hurricanes in the Caribbean EVERY year in August, September and October. There will be a ...
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| Living in DR | 8/24/2008 |
Q: We would like to retire in the DR. We are interested in buying a home or building one. Also want to ...
A: Yes, you need to visit a local real estate agent and let me strongly encourage you to go through a ...
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| dominican weather/hurricane season | 8/19/2008 |
Q: is it safe to go to the dominican during sept? as i have read it is hurricane season. also how often ...
A: Sure, it's safe. Sure, a hurricane might arrive. September is indeed the busiest month of the ...
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| Yacht registration in the DR | 8/17/2008 |
Q: Can I register our live aboard yacht in the DR? Also do you have inforrmation on marinas and ...
A: Yes, here's some information about that. I have friends who lived aboard their boat for a winter, at ...
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| travelling | 8/14/2008 |
Q: how do i get to the dominican republican from jamaica without going through the U.S.
A: It's not easy -- You can go through Cuba or Canada or a city in Europe. In every case, it will be ...
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| holiday with 8 month old and 2 year old | 8/9/2008 |
Q: we're going to casa marina reef hotel in november with my daughters who will be 8 months old and 2 ...
A: The best advice for health questions is right here: ...
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| pete | 8/8/2008 |
Q: yo im 17 can i get stuff at the DR with out id
A: Pete! As you might have guessed, the answer is" Maybe. A few possibilities: 1. Most likely, you are ...
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| Hurricane Season Higher that average 2008 | 8/7/2008 |
Q: i know no body can predict the future but im just wondering what are the odds of me going on ...
A: OK, I'm sure you know the odds of a hurricane hitting any given island in a given years are less ...
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| riu merengue nov/dec | 7/31/2008 |
Q: me and my boyfriend are traveling to dom rep 26th Nov for 2 weeks. could you tell us what we can ...
A: Sure, Jane! You are actually going at a pretty good time -- on average, of course, since nobody can ...
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| wedding | 7/31/2008 |
Q: after deciding to have my wedding in the dr, ive had nothing but negative remarks thrown at me by ...
A: No problem, Liz -- this hotel used to be called Jack Tar Village but was bought and remodeled two or ...
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| wedding | 7/31/2008 |
Q: after deciding to have my wedding in the dr, ive had nothing but negative remarks thrown at me by ...
A: Rain? It rains in England? Hmmm ... maybe that's why the area where I am right now in the United ...
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| Dominican Republic | 7/23/2008 |
Q: What is the main food and alcoholic beverage for this country?
A: That's like asking the "main food" of any country, which always has a multiple answer. In the DR, ...
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| Grand oasis marien/ Bluebay dorada | 7/16/2008 |
Q: having read your answers to questions you really do know your stuff! I'm currently booking a holiday ...
A: Well, you have made two good choices there and I would choose the Marien first. Bluebay was entirely ...
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| cialas | 7/13/2008 |
Q: George, are the male oriented medications in the D.R. cheaper than in the U.S. and do i need a ...
A: Oh, are they ever available ... you bet they are, at newsstands, the airport, every drug store and ...
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| Weather | 7/8/2008 |
Q: Probably a question you have been asked many a time...... Myself and partner are travelling to Playa ...
A: Well, the rainy season starts in October but the hurricane season is usually over and done by then. ...
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| weather for the 10th to the 28th July | 7/8/2008 |
Q: i am going to punta cana on the 10th to get married and i have heard that it is raining out there is ...
A: Obviously, I can't predict the weather. (Wish I could!) but the truth is that you chose a relatively ...
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| August Weather | 7/7/2008 |
Q: Morning George, We are coming over to the DR in August (10th) and I have read a few conflicting ...
A: Nikki! It's a crap shoot. August is a humid, sultry month most of the time and pretty wet ...
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| prices and ages on things. | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I am going on holiday on the 24th of august this year and was wondering what the prices of shampoo ...
A: You didn't give me quite enough information but at stores in tourist areas and resorts, toiletries ...
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| cigarettes | 6/25/2008 |
Q: could you please tell us how many cigarettes we are allowed to buy in the dominican republic to ...
A: Easy enough: 200 cigarettes, which amounts to what is called a "carton" in the Western Hemisphere. ...
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| Holiday Golden Village Puerto Plata | 6/20/2008 |
Q: ! We plan to stay at this resort for 2 weeks in dec/jan and were wondering how far of a walk down ...
A: Well, this is the former Jack Tar Village and your beach area is right next door to the "orange ...
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| Dominican rebublic - Casa Marina Reef , Sousa | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I am traveling to the Dominican republic in July/Aug and was wondering what the weather is like and ...
A: Well, it's nice and warm in the summer (only slightly less so in the winter) in the DR, but you'll ...
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| DR- Where's the party? | 6/11/2008 |
Q: So, I'm 24 and finally ready to go to the DR. Lots of my friends have gone but no one is really able ...
A: A half-hour ride from Boca Chica to Santo Domingo. It's the closest real beach to Santo Domngo and ...
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| Bayahibe Dominican Republic | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have boooked my honeymoon for mid September 2008 saying in bayahibe. Pleae can you let me know ...
A: Well, sort of -- As you know, my area of expertise is in the north, around Puerto Plata, Sosua and ...
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| DR- Where's the party? | 6/10/2008 |
Q: So, I'm 24 and finally ready to go to the DR. Lots of my friends have gone but no one is really able ...
A: Easy enough, Raven, though be sure not to confuse the former British colony of Dominica with the ...
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| Sim card? | 6/5/2008 |
Q: George, I have a very simple question, but ive been unsuccessful at finding the answer. Im lending ...
A: I am not claiming to know, but it seems to me that Orange took over what had been the Verizon ...
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| moving to the d.r | 6/2/2008 |
Q: hola eduardo have the same question about how do i get a plan for living in the d.r see i was ...
A: Hola! The easiest and safest way to learn how to return to the RD is to contact the Dominican ...
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| painting an apartment | 6/1/2008 |
Q: Sherwin Williams paint are not sold in Dominican Republic, do you know of a paint use in DR that ...
A: Well, the most popular paint in the DR is a brand call Tropical with a log of a paint swatch in two ...
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| weather in june | 5/29/2008 |
Q: can you tell me what the weather forecast is for the next 14 days in playa dorada and hotel fun ...
A: Why, sure I can! It's not going to be the best weather of the century because a tropical depression ...
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| june weather | 5/28/2008 |
Q: we are planning a trip to punta cana on thr 8th of june for a week what kind of weather should we ...
A: Well, Punta Cana is actually on the East Coast of the Dominican, about 275 miles (400 kilometres) ...
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| weather in june | 5/21/2008 |
Q: hi im holidaying in playa dorado dominican republic from 31/05/08 until 7/5/08 what weather av i to ...
A: Warm, my friend, you can expect hot and humid, especially if you go inland a couple of blocks, even ...
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| weather/ honeymoon vacation | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I'M GETTING MARRIED IN AUGUST AND I'M LOOKING TO GO TO CATALONIA BAVARO BEACH RESORT FROM AUGUST 24- ...
A: Stop worrying. It will rain once in four days in August, a little bit more often in September. Here ...
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| Weather in September/October | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I'm thinking of booking a holiday in DR North for the last week in September and the first week in ...
A: Jennifer -- First, the weather is always warm. it's hard to tell July from January by the ...
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| Family holiday/wedding in Dominican Republic | 5/8/2008 |
Q: My partner and I are taking our 5 kids (ranging from 2 years to 13 years) to Puerto Plata in June ...
A: Absolutely -- Both you and the kids will love swimming with the dolphins at Ocean Word, but it's ...
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| Food and Drinks. | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have been searching for a while and I cannot find any Drinks from the Dominican Republic that do ...
A: They'll make you the standard things: Pina Colada, Fruit Punch, that sort of thing, without rum. The ...
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| weather in may | 4/16/2008 |
Q: alright mate,coming to DR may 4th just wondered what the weather is like now and what it will be ...
A: Ah, mi amigo! You have chosen the rainiest month but it will be nice and warm, maybe too warm! Here ...
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| What to take for the Dominican People? | 4/15/2008 |
Q: We are traveling to Punta Cana staying at the Princess Bavaro Resort in May. I was wondering what ...
A: All of the above -- just try to be sure it's not like something you might have that they can be ...
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| prices | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I am going to sosua for two weeks in June. We are staying all inclusive, but will have to pay for ...
A: Take US dollars and convert a small quantity of them to pesos (you can't easily convert backwards_. ...
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| holidays in dominican republic | 4/13/2008 |
Q: i am planning to travel to punta cana ( Dominican republic)stating the 11st of may,i would like to ...
A: No problem with this answer. May is the rainiest month of the year in the Dominican Republic, as you ...
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| prices | 4/12/2008 |
Q: price of bread and milk
A: Bread is around 30 pesos in supermarkets, 40 to 45 in small stores. Milk is much more expensive, ...
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| June Holidays | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a really nice relaxing holiday for two weeks from about the 14th june. I have ...
A: The weather is fine -- hot, of course, under the direct sun which can give white folks a burn in a ...
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| First Time going to Caribbean | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I am in the first steps of planning my first trip down to the Caribbean. I'm leaning towards Puerto ...
A: Easy enough -- You'll probably like either Gran Ventana or Paradise, both in the Playa Dorada ...
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| Dominican Republic In June | 4/8/2008 |
Q: am thinking of going to dominican republic in june this year for a week, was wondering what part of ...
A: Any time of the month will be fine and you won't be able to tell the difference in weather at all. ...
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| birth certificate from the dominican republic | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I am inquiring on behalf of my sponsored son from the DR. How does he get a certified copy of his ...
A: You should be able to get that from the city or town in which he was born, but I know that can be ...
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| Malaria for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic | 4/4/2008 |
Q: Malaria for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic My wife is 18wks pregnant. We are staying in a 5 star ...
A: You realize the liability issues here, right? The truth: you should listen to your physician, not ...
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| phone | 12/28/2007 |
Q: how can i contact the ferry personal for prices and date for travel
A: Right here: http://www.ferriesdelcaribe.com/ Phone numbers are: Puerto Rico Mayaguez: 787-832-4800 ...
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| weather in september | 12/22/2007 |
Q: Me and my partner have booked a 2 week holiday in the Sirenis Cocotal Beach Resort Casino and Spa in ...
A: Emily! Well, let's just say there's a reason the prices are cheapest in September. Yes, it will be ...
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| temperature of water between Puerto Plata and Samana area | 12/19/2007 |
Q: Derringer, we are going to Caliente Caribe in 3 days time. What is the temperature of sea water in ...
A: Unfortunately, the ocean water will be a little cooler than 26, more likely around 23 or 24 right ...
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| Weather? | 12/7/2007 |
Q: Good afternoon ! I am visiting Punta Cana December 9-16. The long term weather forecast is ...
A: The forecasts are frequently inaccurate but also misunderstood -- when you see a forecast for ...
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| Mosquitoes | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I am traveling to the DR in Mid May 2008, 16th to be exact. I wanted to know if that was a good time ...
A: It's not bad then, except in the mountains, when it is the buggiest season. If you are gong to the ...
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| Weather in Playa Dorada in June | 10/31/2007 |
Q: ive never been to the Dominican before but ive booked a 2 week holiday from the 15th June next year, ...
A: Why, sure! It will likely be pretty dry (six days out of seven) and it will be HOT, especially if ...
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| drinking water - Sun Village | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I know the resort says they have "safe" water and also water used in food prep. Do you know how ...
A: Sure. Drink the bottled water, which is "aqua purificada" (purified water) in English. Never drink ...
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| Puerto Plata vs. Punta Cana | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I have been trying to figure out where to stay in Punta Cana. Currently leaning towards Ocean Blue ...
A: Each area has advantages but if you have chosen Ocean Blue, you have chosen well, according to ...
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| Sun Village Resort Confresi | 10/8/2007 |
Q: What is the BEST way to get from POP to SVR? We are 3 couples arriving in a few weeks? What is the ...
A: Taxi -- the rate is posted and controlled, both at the entrance to Sun Village and at the taxi ...
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| Taking a Taxi from the airport to the resort..? | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I am flying into Santo Domingo and going to the Coral Canoa resort. I have read that it is a 2 hour ...
A: OK, I'm not sure of the taxi fare from Sto. Domingo to your resort but I AM sure that the rate to ...
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| Iberostar Costa Dorada | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I would like to know your overall impression of this resort. We have already booked and are going at ...
A: I know this place pretty well. You will need to buy international brands of drinks and it's REAL ...
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| driving | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I'm actually traveling to Punta Cana, but am hoping you can help. I've heard the driving there is ...
A: It's dangerous because Dominicans typically drive too fast and pass too often, mostly because a lot ...
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| Puerto Plata to Samana | 9/21/2007 |
Q: It seems it's defaulted to me to plan a family reunion in the Dominican Republic leaving from the ...
A: Well, sure -- At Playa Dorada, pick Gran Ventana or Occidental GrandPlaya Dorada, the latter ...
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| hotel preference | 9/20/2007 |
Q: We've been to the south shore and would like to try the north. I can't decide from reviews whether ...
A: You want my opinion? I'd pick Gran Ventana for its beach, its relative newness and its good service ...
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| Golf | 9/20/2007 |
Q: We are going to Sun Village Resort by Confresi Beach in March, and are curious if you know the names ...
A: Yes, you want to go to the Playa Dorada Golf Club, which is on the other side of Puerto Plata. ...
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| Riu Bambu Hotel, Punta Cana | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if you have any views on the Riu Bambu hotel. I have read several reviews and ...
A: OK, you're right. The one thing I can tell you is that you will be able to BUY some international ...
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| Oct weather | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I've read your answers to the weather question, and you have suggested monitoring of hurricanes at ...
A: OK, what you need to do is to go to that page and then under the word "ATLANTIC" you will see the ...
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| Timeshare employment in Dominican Republic | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I saw you where quite knowledgable about positions in the Dominican Republic. What I am asking is, ...
A: No, I'm sorry. Higuey is not on the North Coast, where I can point you in the right direction. ...
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| hurrican season in the Dominican Republic | 9/10/2007 |
Q: leaving for the Dominican on Sept 15 for a week. It looks like tropical activity coming off the ...
A: Well, September is the month with the cheapest trips to the Caribbean, including the DR, for a ...
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| What type of currency to carry in DR | 9/8/2007 |
Q: First off thanks for all the great advice, I have found it all to be very helpful. One question ...
A: EasyYou want to carry U.S. dollars, some of which you should convert to Dominican pesos for smaller ...
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| Weather in DR | 9/4/2007 |
Q: We're booked for a vacation Sept.22-29, 2007. We're a bit concerned about the weather (hurricanes ...
A: My advice is to keep track of possible hurricane activity here: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ As you will ...
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| In the event of a Hurricane..... | 9/1/2007 |
Q: Myself and partner are interested in booking a holiday to the dominican this coming week as a late ...
A: In general, you'll be warned at least five days in advance that a tropical depression may turn into ...
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| Dominican Republic | 8/31/2007 |
Q: We are staying at a hotel in Punta Plata from Dec 22nd 07 till Jan 5th 08 and was wondering if we ...
A: Are they required? No. Are they recommended? Yes, right here: ...
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| First time in Caribbean (DR)- some questions | 8/29/2007 |
Q: First off id like to say how helpful your answers are i have read through several and already feel ...
A: Good questions, Curtis! I'd go for Pto. Plata. I'm very familiar with the area and you will find ...
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| INJECTIONS | 8/27/2007 |
Q: Me and my boyfriend are flying out to the DR august 2008 and i was just wondering wether we will be ...
A: Ah, you have asked the second-trickiest question. (No. 1 is "will there be a hurricane during my ...
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| sept/oct weather 2007 | 8/24/2007 |
Q: whats the weather like in playa dorada on 26 sep to 11 oct , what are the chances of any hurricanes ...
A: Oh, daytime temperatures will be 85 to 90, around 72 to 75 late night. The hurricane season runs ...
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| Transportation | 8/20/2007 |
Q: My wife and I were gifted a stay in Puerta Plata at the Occidental all inclusive hotel. We reside in ...
A: Ah, yes -- Believe me, I know. It costs my wife and me $700 to $900 round-trip from Boston to Puerto ...
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| Punta Cana in 2 weeks | 8/20/2007 |
Q: Im travelling to the LTI Beach Resort in Bavaro on the 3rd of September 07 and im quite concerned ...
A: Well, as you probably know, Hurrican Dean did not really cause much more than rain in the Bavaro ...
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| hurricanes in october | 8/18/2007 |
Q: am going with my husband and 3 children to the hoteur dorada in october could you please tell me ...
A: Why, sure -- first, there is somewhat less chance of a hurricane. The Atlantic basin hurricane ...
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| Hurricane Season | 8/18/2007 |
Q: We are travelling to the Dominican 31st August and are slightly worried that it is the hurricane ...
A: If there's not a hurricane in progress that week, the weather will be almost exactly like it was in ...
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| Sun Village Resort, Confresi Beach | 8/8/2007 |
Q: Hey George, I was wondering if you have an inisght on this hotel. We are going September 14. I ...
A: OK, assuming no hurricanes (there has not been a single one in the Caribbean since the season began ...
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| weather in dominican republic in Aug | 8/4/2007 |
Q:
A: Ah, you are asking for the impossible. Yes, there could be a hurricane in the Caribbean in August, ...
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| Occidental Grand Hotel | 8/3/2007 |
Q: How would you rate the Occidental Grand Hotel in Punta Cana Dominican Republic. We are heading that ...
A: Bad news -- yes, they're the same place. Here are the current reviews at Debbies: ...
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| Occidental Grand Hotel | 8/3/2007 |
Q: How would you rate the Occidental Grand Hotel in Punta Cana Dominican Republic. We are heading that ...
A: I'm afraid Punta Cana is on the East Coast and my area of knowledge is the North Coast (2 to 3 hours ...
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| Weather in the Dominican Republic. | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I am wondering what the weather is like during that time. Rainy? Hurricanes? The point of the ...
A: Ah, I wish I could tell you whether a hurricane will hit the eastern end of the DR -- but I can't. ...
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| punta cana vs puerto plata | 7/24/2007 |
Q: My then wife and I are planning on honeymooning in DR in Sept this year, I've read your responses to ...
A: In all areas, they are pretty close. Punta Cana is newer and the beaches were previously wider but ...
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| Hurricaine odds - September | 7/21/2007 |
Q: Aloha! I am planning a trip with my bf to Punta Cana from September 1st until the 10th, and we are ...
A: Hardly! Let's start with the fact that this has been a slow hurricane season so far. (Hurricane ...
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| A small stipend in Cabarete | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I will be moving to Cabarete to work as a public school teacher through an American non-profit in ...
A: Actually, it sounds like a really good deal, not counting the fact that you have to work! LOL. You ...
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| prescription meds | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Hey, I am going to the DR at the end of the month and was wondering their policy on prescription ...
A: Take it -- and a copy of the presciption -- with you. It should not be a problem in the quantities ...
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| Fun Royale | 7/12/2007 |
Q: We are travelling to this hotel on 6/8/2007 with our 2 kids aged 12 and 17 - I booked this hotel ...
A: Well, sure, Jill! The truth is that this is a pretty nice place these days, though a bit dated, like ...
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| Transort | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I know this question has been asked before, but my wife wants to ask it again! We will be arriving ...
A: It will take you about 2.5 hours -- get the best directions you can! The road is 2-lanes (but ...
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| one more tidbit | 7/10/2007 |
Q: PS I forgot to let you know i am from chicago....US...thanks so much!
A: Chicago's a good place but those White Sox ... what has happened to them? But the Cubbies -- well, ...
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| random couple questions | 7/10/2007 |
Q: Firstly, I was wondering just like every other person what the typical august weather is in Punta ...
A: Jet Ski rentals are outrageous at about $25 or $30 US for a half-hour but not every place has them ...
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| Alcohol | 7/9/2007 |
Q: What are the most common type's of alcohol (cheap) in the DR? What is the country known for and what ...
A: EasyThe drinking age in the Dominican is 18. If you bring alcohol into the U.S. and aren't the ...
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| Alcohol | 7/9/2007 |
Q: What are the most common type's of alcohol (cheap) in the DR? What is the country known for and what ...
A: Rum -- it's almost free. There are three major brands, all starting with the same letter: Brugal, ...
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| Need to know which Sosua Hotel has the best beach | 7/7/2007 |
Q: We are planning to travel on 7/16/07 to Sosua, our main concern,the best beach, clean hotel, very ...
A: Ok, I can recommend two places, one large -- Casa Marina -- and one much smaller, Sosua by the Sea. ...
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| Bayhibe whats its like | 7/6/2007 |
Q: We are travelling to bayhibe and staying in the iberostar hotel there was wondering what it is like ...
A: OK, you need to know that Bayahibe is on the South Coast, not the North Coast, so I don't know a ...
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| pass port | 7/3/2007 |
Q: do i need to have a pass port in order to travel to Dominican Republic in August or is the receipt ...
A: I'm going to assume that you are a U.S. cititzen and the answer is that you can, since June 8, ...
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| Accomodation in the Dominican Republic | 7/3/2007 |
Q: My boyfriend and I have booked our flight to go to the Dominican Republic and stay a few days over ...
A: Why, sure! Samana is the least developed tourist resort area in the DR so far, but there are a few ...
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| Dom Rep & Malaria | 7/3/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 9 and is off to the Dom Rep - Playa Plata this month she has had her injections but ...
A: Mandy! Well, this Web site: www.cdc.gov/travel/regionalmalaria/caribean.htm suggests even infants ...
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| Punta Cana | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I see that you're an expert for the north part of the DR. Is there anyone who can answer questions ...
A: You guessed right. The forcecast most days will call for scattered showers. Most days, they will ...
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| Extra costs in DR | 6/28/2007 |
Q: We are going to Sunscape The Beach in P. Cana next week. I was wondering about what to expect ...
A: I can answer only part of this question because Punta Cana is on the East Coast of the DR and I'm ...
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| DR sail boat / catamaran rentals? | 6/23/2007 |
Q: we are getting married at a villa near Cabrerra in early November. We would like to take our guests ...
A: Well, let's see. If you're like me, you will want Dominican rum (Brugal, Barcelo or Bermudez, your ...
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| Weather in March/April | 6/20/2007 |
Q: My friend and I are about to book a holiday to DR Cofresi leaving on 31st March for two weeks? I've ...
A: Ah, right up my alley. My wife and I are ALWAYS in Puerto Plata in March. Count on it being 80-85 ...
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| weather again | 6/19/2007 |
Q: and as i understand we would be unlucky to be struck by one, but i have read that this season,(Sept) ...
A: A wise man packs plenty of sun tan lotion AND a light water-repellent jacket. LOL. Actually, an ...
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| Weather in September | 6/19/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could offer me some advice with particular reference to the weather in Playa ...
A: It can rain any time, any week: http://dr1.com/travel/thedr/faq.shtml Having said that, there is ...
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| Rui Bachata | 6/17/2007 |
Q: We're going to stay at this hotel on 17th July, and having read some of your helpful answers, I ...
A: I believe there are a couple of bus trips into town each day that you share with the two other Riu ...
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| weather | 6/16/2007 |
Q: i am due to travel to the dominican on september the 13th 2007, and i am very worried what the ...
A: Well, it's true that September is the height of the hurricane season. However, it should be noted ...
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| ferry to PR | 6/16/2007 |
Q: how often is there a ferry between dominican republic and puerto rico? how much does it cost? do you ...
A: The ferry goes three times a week and costs between $175 and $275 per person round-trip, depending ...
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| Working and living | 6/15/2007 |
Q: What do i need to do if i want to come out there to work, also what kind of englsh speaking jobs are ...
A: The Malecon is along the ocean in Puerto Plata with its western terminus at Fort San Felipe and its ...
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| Working and living | 6/11/2007 |
Q: What do i need to do if i want to come out there to work, also what kind of englsh speaking jobs are ...
A: Yikes! Yes, that is a lot of questions. You need a work permit from the government and you need to ...
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| weather | 6/9/2007 |
Q: Me and my boyfriend are due to go to puerto plata for the last two weeks in june, ive checked the ...
A: Relax -- It won't rain every day in late June. But there is a possibility of a shower every day, ...
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| weather | 6/8/2007 |
Q: I'm going to punta cana next Wednesday June 13 thru 17th i looked up the weather and its says pretty ...
A: You got it -- showers and thundershowers are GENERALLY only around part of the day. A brief shower ...
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| Renting in Sousa/PtoPta/Santo Domingo | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I have visited Puerto Plata twice now and i have fallen in love with the culture, music and its ...
A: Well, I can help you with some of that -- you can get a visa for up to a year with no problem, ...
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| Weather | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I'm planning a holiday to Puerto Plata for this year, We are planning to go in september and i'm ...
A: Well, September is the most likely month for hurricanes throughout the Caribbean and in Florida, ...
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| weather | 6/1/2007 |
Q: im planning my honeymoon for august 2008. I would like to visit Dominican republic but am aware this ...
A: Odds are that you will have more sun than rain in the daytime (maybe five out of six days), although ...
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| hotel | 5/31/2007 |
Q: Hi have you or anyone you know had any experience of the riu mambo in puerto plata going there in ...
A: Sure -- it's a reasonably nice place and the service is typically Dominican friendly, the beach nice ...
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| Punta cana malaria | 5/31/2007 |
Q: We will be going to a resort in Punta Cana on June 10th. I am nervous about malaria. I have a 2 yr ...
A: I do not advise taking the tablets, but then I'm not a doctor either. The truth is that the resort ...
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| Dominican Cigars | 5/30/2007 |
Q: I am travelling down to Dominican Republic for a vacation from Canada in late 2007. In talking with ...
A: You are in luck, my friend! You can buy the best Dominican cigars in the Dominican and my wife and I ...
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| Punta Cana in July | 5/27/2007 |
Q: I am getting married on July 21st and we were thinking about going to Punta Cana shortly after for ...
A: I think there's a chance that there could be a hurricane in the Caribbean any week from June 1 to ...
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| beer | 5/25/2007 |
Q: Was wondering how much your average larger costs? shots??? thanks Nick
A: Almost free, if you're talking about local beers. I recommend Presidente, easily the best Domincan ...
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| Area and Weather | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I was hoping you might be able to help me with a few questions. I am planning a trip to the North ...
A: No problem -- I'd go to Gran Ventana. It's in the Playa Dorada complex of about 14 hotels but it's ...
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| punta cana | 5/23/2007 |
Q: i will be visiting punta cana on the 19th of June, and am not really knowing what to expect when i ...
A: Well, let's see -- that's a pretty general question. You should expect sandy beaches, warm weather ...
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| car hire in the dominican | 5/22/2007 |
Q: i am travelling to the Gran Ventana beach resort on tuesday 29th may for my 40th!! birthday with my ...
A: Oh, yeah, it can rain a week at a time. I just checked weather.com and indeed showers or ...
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| car hire in the dominican | 5/22/2007 |
Q: i am travelling to the Gran Ventana beach resort on tuesday 29th may for my 40th!! birthday with my ...
A: Yes, the hotel will be glad to help you. There are Hertz and Avis locations at the Puerto Plata ...
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| Distance | 5/20/2007 |
Q: How far is it from Confresi Beach, Lifestyle Topical Beach Resort & Spa to Cabaret Villas?
A: I'm making a guess here that you mean from Cofresi, which is a town just west of the city of Puerto ...
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| Punta Cana - Juan Dolio / Santa Domingo | 5/19/2007 |
Q: How far is Punta Cana from Juan Dolio?? How far is Punta Cana from Santa Domingo? Thanks
A: Both destinations are east of Santo Domingo. It's about an hour's drive from Sto. Domingo to Juan ...
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| weather in July and safety | 5/19/2007 |
Q: First question - Ive been told that its not safe for 2 women on their own - advice please. second ...
A: It's safe at the resort, but you WILL be approached by Dominican men, discreetly at the resort but ...
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| domincan republic punta cana to sousa? | 5/17/2007 |
Q: How can I get From Punta Cana to Sousa?
A: Three ways: Rent a car and drive. It will take about four hours each way. Rent a taxi -- it will be ...
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| PUNTA CANA | 5/14/2007 |
Q: HOW FAR IS SOUSA FROM PUNTA CANA? AND IS IT SOMETHING YOU COULD RENT A CAR AND DRIVE? OR IS IT TO ...
A: You can rent a car, though rates are expensive by any standard, but it's about four hours from Punta ...
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| south side of island | 5/14/2007 |
Q: My girlfriend and I are travelling from UK to the Barcelo Talanquera Beach Resort in Juan Dolio ( ...
A: I haven't been to this (South Coast) resort but here are some reviews from actual tourists: ...
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| late May, early June weather | 5/10/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me what the weather will be like the last week of may going into June? I'm from NJ and ...
A: The odds are good -- from mid-May through mid-July, the weather is usually dry. I have been caught ...
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| late May, early June weather | 5/10/2007 |
Q: George, Do you happen to know what the weather is like around late May/early June? I am going for ...
A: Easy enough -- it is likely to be dry since June is one of the driest months (most years) though I ...
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| Sun Village Resort Cofresi | 5/10/2007 |
Q: There 7 of us traveling going to DR May 23-28th and staying at the Sun Village Resort on Confresi. ...
A: OK, you will find some nightlife in Cofresi and you'd have to take a taxi into town (not especially ...
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| DR | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I'm planning to visit Santo Domingo around 4 Jul of this year. What is the crime like towards ...
A: Almost no chance of hurricanes that early in the season. And you will be safe in Sto. Domingo unless ...
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| puerto plata...nightlife and such | 5/4/2007 |
Q: 4 of us are going to puerto plata in june, and we are staying at the Bahia Principe San Juan. Have ...
A: Well, it's not the most luxurious place but then it's on the relatively inexpensive side as well. I ...
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| Weather in May and coming from UK | 5/3/2007 |
Q: we have just booked a holiday in Sosua for 2 weeks beginning in 2nd week of May- and slightly ...
A: Go here for a 10-day forecast: http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/local/DRXX0005 ...
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| weather in september | 4/29/2007 |
Q: We have booked a holiday the first two weeks in September this year can you tell me what kind of ...
A: Why, sure -- you are likely to have six days of sun and one of rain, with one very important caveat: ...
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| Weather in May and coming from UK | 4/17/2007 |
Q: we have just booked a holiday in Sosua for 2 weeks beginning in 2nd week of May- and slightly ...
A: The weather forecast you heard is usually correct for May -- rain at night, mostly sunny six out of ...
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| Working in the Dom Rep!!! | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I am going over to the dom rep to work in Playa Dorada, on sunday for 6months,and i just have a few ...
A: No problem, Chris. 1. Yes, you'll be safe pretty near anywhere except a few neighborhoods in Sto. ...
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| weather and area??? | 4/12/2007 |
Q: Thankyou
A: Typical June weather is five days of sun, one mixture and one rainy day, but it's also typically HOT ...
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| Carribean Village Playa Dorada | 4/9/2007 |
Q: is this place safe for a single woman who wants just to relax?
A: Absolutely -- It's within the Playa Dorada complex of about 13 resort hotels and it's totally safe ...
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| hurricanes in the dominican | 4/5/2007 |
Q:
A: Well, if he can predict hurricanes in particular places that far ahead, he is in the wrong ...
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| Cameleon Caribbean Village Playa Dorada | 2/20/2007 |
Q: greatly appreciated! heres a few more if its okay. well, me and my friends are staying at the ...
A: OK, no problem here. You should bring US dollars. You will have to pay them when you leave unless ...
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| boat & fishing rentals puerto plata | 2/19/2007 |
Q: George, need some help in this area. boat & jet ski rentals at business or marinas. we are renting a ...
A: Bob! Try this place: http://www.popreport.com/deepseafishing/index.html I have also heard good ...
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| how much does it cost.... | 2/16/2007 |
Q: i am going to the dominican republic in the summer and just wonderd how much things cost out ...
A: Your question is too general. If your're from a developed country, you will think beer is cheap, ...
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| Spiced Rum | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I am also traveling to Punta Cana on vacation. I normally enjoy Spiced Rum. I know in Mexico on an ...
A: Actually, no, assuming you are referring to things like Capt. Morgan's spiced rum and its friends. ...
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| fish in dominican republic | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I'm going on holiday to dom rep and would like to know what fish they have and where?? coast and ...
A: Try this site: ...
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| Online shopping | 1/28/2007 |
Q: Could you inform me which stores or gift shops from Santo Domingo I could shop online???? I've been ...
A: Well, sure! Try these: http://www.visiting-the-dominican-republic.com/dominican-craft.html ...
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| cameras | 1/26/2007 |
Q: Your answer to my first question was GREAT, so I had one more to check about. We have bought some ...
A: Pass them around the x-ray machine, which makes it a sure thing, but more than likely they'll be ...
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| PP travel | 1/23/2007 |
Q: I have a couple questions, this is my first time to Puerto Plata so please bear with me. We are ...
A: Well, sure -- The Flamenco and other operators will operate snorkeling tours to Sosua. Check out the ...
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| Gran Ventana | 1/18/2007 |
Q: ..Hope I'm no bother, but I had another question. My wife and I changed our reservations from the ...
A: John! You're not bothering me one bit. Gran Ventana is two hotels east on the beach from where I ...
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| Punta Cana malaria?? | 1/17/2007 |
Q: I am going to Punta Cana in two weeks and was wondering if I should get the malaria vaccine? Has ...
A: Erin! There have been no recent outbreaks in the DR and unless you plan to spend a lot of time in ...
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| weather | 1/13/2007 |
Q: WE WOULD LIKE TO GO THE THE CARIBBEAN SIDE FOR CALMER WATERS, IS THIS TRUE? AS MY FRIEND LIKES TO ...
A: Well, it is generally true that the waves are a little smaller on the Caribbean side than the ...
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| weather | 1/12/2007 |
Q: Myself and a friend (both single) are thinking of going to the Dominican Republic last week in ...
A: Angie! The weather will be warm (perhaps VERY warm) and mostly dry, unless the hurricane season ...
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| fishing | 1/7/2007 |
Q: I am going to Dominican (SOSUA)at the start of SEPT and i was hoping to do a little fishing, Could ...
A: Easy question, David! You bet there is fishing around. You'll find several people in Sosua and next ...
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| Sun Village Resort - Confresi | 1/6/2007 |
Q: ..Sorry to bother you again but my wife and I had another question concerning area attractions. It ...
A: Not a problem, John. Cofresi is indeed away from the more active spots, with the very notable ...
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| Puerto Plata - Sun Village Resort & Spa | 1/3/2007 |
Q: I guess its all about expectations. My wife (35) and I (39) are using this vacation as an escape. ...
A: again, John! Ah, that helps. You are going to find that Ocean World now has two brand new things, ...
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| Dominican republic foods | 1/3/2007 |
Q: what type of foods do the domican republic eat
A: Lots of rice, especially in paella, lots of seafood and vegetables that are out of this world ...
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| Puerto Plata - Sun Village Resort & Spa | 1/3/2007 |
Q: ..My wife and I are traveling to Puerto Plata, Confresi Beach for the first time. We are vacationing ...
A: John! We've been all over the Caribbean as well (wife and I are 60 years old) and while I haven't ...
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| what is the name & ph # of the ferry Co. that will take me from Puerto Rico To Dominican Republic? | 1/3/2007 |
Q: !!!!!! Lets just see how much of an expert you really are. I do not have a passport and the new ...
A: OK, you can do that legally, all right, for another year or so, although Jan. 22 or 23 is the ...
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| malaria in punta cana | 12/29/2006 |
Q: I am taveling to punta cana in January 2007 with my three young children (going to the club med). I ...
A: I appreciate your doctor's concern, but if you are staying in a regular resort, you should not worry ...
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| drinking/ nightlife | 12/24/2006 |
Q: hey, me and 4 of my riends are going to punta cana, and staying at the majestic for spring break,, ...
A: Well, I can't tell you about the Majestic in particular because Punta Cana is on the east coast, not ...
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| Weather | 12/11/2006 |
Q: very helpful, but my understanding is that I will not need a passport until the first of next year ...
A: Technically, that's accurate, but I would urge you to bring at least a couple of pieces of ...
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| Weather | 12/11/2006 |
Q: Are there any tips you could give me that I may need to know. Such as packing or just anything you ...
A: Sure. Bring anti-diarrhea medicine (you might need it, might not). Do NOT drink tap water or brush ...
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| December 13-17 in Punta Cana | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I have a trip planned at the Sunscape in Punta Cana this coming Wednesday thru Sunday. Of course, ...
A: Nope, it doesn't rain all the time by a long shot. But in December, there are often showers -- maybe ...
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| currency conversion | 12/7/2006 |
Q: I want to know how much $1, $10,$50, and $100 U.S. dollars convert into Dominican pesos.
A: Easy enough -- This week, a U.S. dollar is worth approximately 33 pesos, so $10 is 330 pesos, $50 is ...
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| Weather | 12/5/2006 |
Q: My girlfriend and I are travling to Punta Cana on December 14th thru the 19th. I was wondering what ...
A: Well, I can't tell you exactly. It has been a bit cooler than usual lately in the DR with local ...
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| drinking | 12/5/2006 |
Q: yeah i read somthing about a 16 year old drink and it was like "if your parents give the hotel ...
A: It's not exactly legal but since you will spend all your time at the all-inclusive resort and its ...
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| Weather 12/5-12/10 | 12/4/2006 |
Q: My wife and I will be in Punta Cana 12/5-12/10. Weather.com says rain everyday. Does that mean it ...
A: You will have showers, perhaps a thunderstorm or two, mostly in the afternoon, around 4 or 5 p.m., ...
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| C V Playa Dorada | 11/27/2006 |
Q: Me and a few friends are going on a 7 day trip to stay at C V Playa Dorada during March Break. Can ...
A: Not a bad place, though it's a little walk to the beach (under five minutes). I'll be at Playa Naco, ...
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| brands of alcohol, hard liquor and beer | 11/27/2006 |
Q: We will be traveling to punta cana grand at the end of april '07, and me and my family were ...
A: EZ enough, Casey. I wish I knew what country you are in but in the U.S., you can buy Presidente beer ...
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| PLAYA DORADA | 11/17/2006 |
Q: I am planning a trip to Iberostar Costa Dorada in mid February for a week. Can you please tell me ...
A: Colleen! Oh, let's see -- you'll three resorts down the beach from me and my wife at the Playa Naco ...
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| Beer | 11/15/2006 |
Q: We are going to Dominican Republic , Are the beers the same as U S beers, like coors and miller
A: Chuck! The answer depends -- if you are going to an all-inclusive, the beer will NOT be American but ...
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| Sousa for snorkeling? | 11/13/2006 |
Q: We are a family of five (kids age 9, 12, 14)and looking for the best place in DR for snorkeling, ...
A: Easy questions! Yes, Sosua is a great place for snorkeling, even if you can't swim! You can see lots ...
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| Weather | 11/11/2006 |
Q: I am leaving for for Punta Cana on Nov 15 (staying for a week) and the forecast is calling for rain ...
A: Penny! Don't panic. While I obviously can't predict specific days, I can tell what's typical in ...
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| weather in Dom Rep | 11/1/2006 |
Q: Sorry..... I should have said Puerto Plata, can u advise on the weather there?Hi, we're flying out ...
A: Sure enough -- the weather will be the same in Pto. Plata as San Juan. The difference is that ...
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| weather in Dom Rep | 11/1/2006 |
Q: we're flying out to San Juan on 13th November for two weeks I was just wondering if you could tell ...
A: Did you really mean San Juan, which is in Puerto Rico? In all cases, you can find 15-day forecasts ...
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| Where to party? | 11/1/2006 |
Q: my name is Lydia and my friends and I are interested in going to the Dominican Republic for spring ...
A: I'd pick a place in Punta Cana -- any that includes the word "Barcelo" will get you into the best ...
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| weddings | 10/31/2006 |
Q: Can you tell me about the breezes resort,spa and casino in Puerto plata? Is it good for weddings? Is ...
A: Well, Joanne ... first, the weather will be generally nice but you might get a couple of days of ...
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| Riu Merengue and Weather | 10/11/2006 |
Q: Hope yo can help me Myself and my Partner are going to the Riu Merengue In Bahia Maimon in March and ...
A: The resort is in a complex on the west side of Puerto Plata, next to a little village called Maimon. ...
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| weather | 10/11/2006 |
Q: george could you tell me the ave temp around the north and south cost,in mid november,in the dom rep ...
A: You bet, Dave! It will be around 85 degrees Fahrenheit (about 27 Celsius) in the daytime and around ...
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| North Coast - Sosua | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I am planning a holiday in Dominican Republic. I should be there by November 11-12 for a week. I am ...
A: Mauro! You probably knew this was coming -- the answer is "yes, but ..." The North Coast and Sosua ...
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| senior travelling alone | 9/27/2006 |
Q: George i have booked 2 weeks at the ibostar in purto plata in Feb. Now I am 65 years old and ...
A: Dick! Lots of questions and I even have answers to them! I'm married, I'm 58 and my wife will soon ...
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| weather and hotel | 9/26/2006 |
Q: we would just like to ask what the weather will be like as we have heard that its going to be ...
A: Danielle! Well, the weather can have showers in October, roughly two days out of seven on average, ...
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| Riu Bachata and resort | 9/23/2006 |
Q: we have just booked our first ever trip to the Carribean and are going to stay in the Riu Bachata ...
A: The first question is easiest: It will be plenty warm and the hurricane season, while not officially ...
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| The All Important Subject of Drinking in the D.R | 9/19/2006 |
Q: Hey George, I will be travelling to the Caribbean Village Playa Dorada Occidental in Puerta Plata ...
A: Your chances are good if you act cool and not like you're on a drunken grad trip when you check in.. ...
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| the drinking braclets | 9/15/2006 |
Q: hi ive seen a question about the drinking braclets you talked about before likewise im 16 i just ...
A: The bracelets are issued at every all-inclusive resort and are coded by color. You will find that ...
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| Holiday to dominican November | 9/12/2006 |
Q: Hi i am very scared cause i have booked a holiday to dominican 31st October and i have booked with ...
A: Stephanie! Well, the truth is probably in the middle. This resort is too far from the beach -- a 10- ...
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| Weather | 9/10/2006 |
Q: Iam going to playa dorada on this wednesday the 13th September. I have been told by people that it ...
A: You are getting bad advice from people who think hurricane season makes it rain all the time ...
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| Ibreostar Costa Dorado and Jack Tar Village. | 9/7/2006 |
Q: all the letter says is that transport will be provided to take us to Jack Tar Village to use the ...
A: The beach in front of Jack Tar is most assuredly within walking distance; they are adjacent to each ...
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| Ibreostar Costa Dorado and Jack Tar Village. | 9/7/2006 |
Q: Me and my partner are travelling to DR on 27th September. Staying at the Iberostar costa dorado. We ...
A: Scott! Well, the two resorts you mention are right next door to each other, believe it or not. The ...
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| playa naco | 9/4/2006 |
Q: also hows the weather out there also thanks tony
A: I know Playa Naco extremely well. The weather, assuming no hurricane, will have five or six sunny ...
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| Weather | 8/28/2006 |
Q: We are leaving for Punta Cana on Sunday September 3, and I took a look at the weather forecast for ...
A: Emily -- ah, there's good news and bad news. The bad news is that the effects of Tropical Storm ...
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| weather | 8/28/2006 |
Q: whatwill the weather be like as iam going on holiday to puerto plata on 25/10/2006 for two weeks ...
A: Gary -- well, it's late in the hurricane season by then, but a hurricane is unlikely to hit any ...
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| weather sept!! | 8/28/2006 |
Q: me and my boyfriend have booked a holiday to costa dorada in the dominican republic from the 19th of ...
A: Jo! Well, you obviously already know the down side of the Caribbean in the fall -- hurricanes. ...
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| DR Trip advice | 8/21/2006 |
Q: My boyfriend and I are going down to the DR in a week and we were wondering: what are the top 5-10 ...
A: Insulated mugs are a wonderful idea and currently a hot item at the resort stores. I'd obviously ...
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| Wedding | 8/16/2006 |
Q: me and my fiance want to get married in DR in Feb 2008, we're thinking of staying at Hilton Corel so ...
A: Traci! I assume you're looking at the Coral Marien by Hilton at Costa Dorada, just outside the city ...
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| drinking? | 8/14/2006 |
Q: My girlfriend (19) and I (17) are off to the dominican republic next year. When we go, I will be 17 ...
A: I don't believe you'll have any problems -- of course, it wouldn't hurt to have your girlfriend show ...
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| transport | 8/11/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find a fun/cheap way to get from punta cana to puerto plata? helicopter/boat plan ...
A: Simple truth: There's no cheap way. Scheduled airlines don't fly the route, but a helicopter -- ...
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| Water | 8/5/2006 |
Q: I am from the UK and an going to the Paradise Beach Resort + Casino. Can you tell me if it is worth ...
A: Bottled water is cheap and plentiful and about one Euro per gallon -- which was the price when I was ...
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| Rain in Punta Cana | 8/2/2006 |
Q: hey. im leaving for punta cana on friday august 4th and im coming back on the 9th. the weather is ...
A: Hey, Manny! It could rain indeed on Friday and early Saturday, but is more likely to clear up late ...
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| finding a job | 8/2/2006 |
Q: I really want to find some work for at least 6 months. i work for asylum and immigration at the ...
A: Yes, I can. You need to visit and be ready to walk and wait. Foreigners are often hired at resorts ...
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| weather and food | 8/1/2006 |
Q: Me and partner are of to the puerto plata at the beginning of september and are both worried that it ...
A: Natalie! I sure wish I could guarantee good weather, but I can't. The good news is that September is ...
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| alcohol | 7/30/2006 |
Q: We are going to Santan Beach Resort in Punta Cana. They have free domestic beer and alcohol. What ...
A: It includes what are called "national drinks," which means anything made in the Dominican Republic. ...
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| dom rep weather | 7/30/2006 |
Q: we have just booked a holiday for playa dorada in the dominican republic. We leave on 22 aug and ...
A: Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, so there's always a chance of one but the odds of ...
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| Drinking water | 7/30/2006 |
Q: I know it is not wise to "drink the water" when traveling. We are going to Puerto Plata and wonder ...
A: Easy question, Diane (and GREAT timing!). They use bottled water )"aqua purificada" in Spanish) in ...
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| occidental grand puerto plata | 7/26/2006 |
Q: What can you tell me about this resot? Your opinions would be greatly appreciated. Also what sort of ...
A: Easy enough -- it used to be called the Flamenco and then the Occidental Playa Dorada. You can find ...
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| Canadian funds? | 7/25/2006 |
Q: Travelling to Puerto Plata on August 26/06 what should I do about the money situation? Should I ...
A: Easy question -- change your loonies to pesos in the DR at a bank -- and check a couple banks before ...
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| Casa Marina Resotin Puerto Plata | 7/25/2006 |
Q: How is this resort? What's your rating? Have you heard anything negative about it or experinced ...
A: Melissa, this place gets mixed reviews but most people love it. You'll find lots of replica places ...
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| trip advice? | 7/25/2006 |
Q: we are traveling to puerto plata sep.6 and are staying at casa marina beach and reef resort. i have ...
A: Cindy! Two question, one of which I can answer. Yes, it's safe to go out in town at night -- just be ...
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| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | 7/25/2006 |
Q: I NEED INFO ON DR'S FOOD PYRAMID, IF THERE'S ANY, AND WHAT FOODS ARE EATEN DURING THE HOLYDAYS, WHAT ...
A: Well, the truth is that the overwhelming majority of Dominicans are not as "into" healthy eating as ...
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| Safety in Dominican Republic | 7/23/2006 |
Q: George, We are traveling to Punta Cana, DR August 10, 2006. Is it safe for families with young ...
A: In general, you are perfectly safe everywhere in the DR. In the Punta Cana area, the only area where ...
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| Relocation to Sousa | 7/16/2006 |
Q: My wife and I are looking into buying a home in Sousa this will probably be in about 18 mths from ...
A: Malc! You have chosen well. Sosua is a very popular place for retirees from other countries, ...
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| Weather in September!? | 7/13/2006 |
Q: I am hoping to go to the Dominican Republic in September this year for 2 weeks. I have got a great ...
A: The weather in September is typically tropical -- most days are sunny, 20 or 30 percent have short ...
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| Passport | 7/13/2006 |
Q: Do I need my original birth certificate to get into the country? i lost my original and have order a ...
A: I'm going to make an assumption ... you mean getting back into the United States, right? The answer ...
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| weather | 7/12/2006 |
Q: some friends and i were thinking about vacationing from august 16-19 because we found a really good ...
A: Punta Cana isn't really on the North Coast, but I can give you general information anyway. August is ...
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| Punta Cana - Secrets Excellence Hotel | 7/9/2006 |
Q: this question is not about the hotel, but, about the area around the hotel. I am going to be married ...
A: You're fine arount the hotel area itself -- but I have to admit I would not wander around by myself ...
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| weather | 7/7/2006 |
Q: we are honeymooning at casa marina reef at the end of september for 2 weeks is this hurricane season ...
A: Copngratulations! Assuming there is no hurricane -- and the odds are that there won't be -- you ...
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| Relocating to the Dominican Republic | 7/5/2006 |
Q: My husband & I might be coming in to a large sum of money soon and we were thinking about moving to ...
A: Well, as your husband likely knows, the answer is that it depends on where you live. Killings are ...
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| Money | 7/5/2006 |
Q: What type of money would be better to take, Dominican Republic (Pesos), or US ($) and how much do ...
A: Take U.S. dollars -- you can exchange them in the DR at your hotel, if you need to, for far better ...
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| Prices | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me what some of the average attraction prices are, such as ...
A: OK -- these prices are in US dollars, which is the most common price the salesmen will quote, ...
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| Alcohol | 7/2/2006 |
Q: a friend of mine and I are going to the Dominican Republic and we were wondering if we would have a ...
A: You can probably get it done, although the legal drinking age is 18. But be careful -- I have seen ...
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| Dominican REpublic | 6/29/2006 |
Q: Which is the better part of the Dominican Republic to visit, North or the South?
A: Aww, Lawrence, come on! You know my North Coast bias from my description but the answer is: What are ...
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| hotel reno | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I am in the process of checking out all-inclusive resorts in DR for our beg.April/07 one and ...
A: The former Jack-Tar is a fine place for kids, pretty safe, enough people on the beach to watch out ...
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| Vacation expenses in DR | 6/23/2006 |
Q: We are planning for a one week vacation in DR. A couple of questions.. 1) How much of local currency ...
A: Easy questions! You should exchange your money at a bank (not an exchange booth in your hotel or ...
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| hotels | 6/22/2006 |
Q: George We are headed for DR in Aug. and wanted to spend about five days up in the mountains ...
A: I can answer SOME of your questions - on the coast, a beach is a beach is a beach. (I was not ...
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| Moving/Setting up a Business in DR | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I am moving to the Dominican Republic in August. I am a clothing designer in NYC and looking for, ...
A: Lindsey -- I almost clicked on the "this question is outside my expertise" option, because it really ...
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| Missons trip to the DR in August | 6/17/2006 |
Q: 45 people from my church will be traveling to the village of Catalina (I think by Santo Domingo) for ...
A: Brielle! May God bless you on your trip. Now, the truth is in the middle. You will NOT be kidnappeed ...
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| Entry into D.R.??? | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I do not have a passport and neither does my fiance. We are going on our honeymoon to Punta Cana in ...
A: OK, technically you can go to the DR with just those forms of ID, although the man at the customs ...
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| Santo Domingo | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I am planning on living and teaching English in Santo Domingo for a year starting in August. I have ...
A: I think you have overperceived the threat. While not wanting to suggest you are safe everywhere, all ...
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| weather | 6/15/2006 |
Q: We are absoluteley in love with the place and the people and want to go this year for our summer ...
A: It depends on two things. If you like hot, August is a very good time to go -- it averages about 5 ...
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| We are considering a move to DR | 6/14/2006 |
Q: A few questions as we ponder the move. What are the current mortgage rates in DR or is it better to ...
A: Well, I can answer some of this: A lot of English-speaking people live in Puerto Plata and Sosua and ...
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| Malaria | 6/10/2006 |
Q: Do you think precautions against malaria should be taken...travelling to Puerta Plata on the 12th ...
A: No, and you're too late anyway. I assume you are not planning to spend all your time in the ...
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| Resorts & weather | 6/9/2006 |
Q: 4 of us are planning a holiday to DR during the last 2 weeks of August. We are couples aged mid ...
A: Pick an all-inclusive in the Playa Dorada complex around Puerto Plata or almost any of the Punta ...
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| weather | 6/6/2006 |
Q: im going on holiday to sasoua on the 31st january for two weeks staying at casa marina beach can you ...
A: You bet! The weather should be fine 5 of 7 days, sometimes 6 or 7 days. It will be perfect beach ...
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| Puerto Plata real estate | 6/6/2006 |
Q: I'm looking into purchasing real estate in DR. I was wondering if you could tell me if Puerto Plata ...
A: No. 1 top notch place is Casa de Campo, east of Santo Domingo, but there are several luxury ...
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| weather in the dominican | 5/30/2006 |
Q: whats the best and worst months for weather in the dominican
A: Depends -- I'll answer for the North Coast (Pto. Plata-Sosua-Cabarete) area. It's driest in ...
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| Living on the north coast. | 5/22/2006 |
Q: I m a lifelong Bostonian with plans to move to the Puerto Plata/Cabaret area. Any experience with ...
A: Well, I'm a Marbleheader myself (actually, only since I married one 26 years ago!), living not far ...
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| Cabarete, Sosua area | 5/19/2006 |
Q: We will be vacationing in the DR end of June '06. 1) Arriving in POP airport, what is the taxi fare ...
A: Ruth! Lots of questions, lots of answers. First, forget walking to the road -- it's pretty near a ...
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| General Questions | 5/18/2006 |
Q: We're planning a family vacation to DR in August. We'll be bringing small kids to the Luperon Beach ...
A: Chris! I have not been to this resort, mostly because it's 90 minutes west of Puerto Plata. You can ...
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| weather | 5/17/2006 |
Q: down fall please comfirm if correct or to pack a rain coat many thanks m. marcham
A: Matt! You have been told correctly -- in the tropics, short showers, occasionally with brief but ...
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| Punta Cana | 5/15/2006 |
Q: We are staying in Punta Cana, we leave May 16th, which is in a few hours. I was wondering what the ...
A: Short version: The beaches are very, very nice. You'll love them. Just remember -- the sun is only a ...
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| shopping | 5/8/2006 |
Q: we just bought a unfinished condo in cabrete, we need to buy paint, furniture and pots & pans, coffe ...
A: Congratulations -- I wish I were you right now! I'm sorry that I can't recommend specific stories ...
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| drink | 5/3/2006 |
Q: im still a bit worried about the weather in september how likely is it that there will be a ...
A: On any given week during the hurrican season from June 1 to Nov. 30, a hurricane can hit. But, given ...
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| DR North Coast vs. South Coast (not west) | 5/2/2006 |
Q: I read with interest your answer to the previous questioner about DR areas of potential relocation. ...
A: Sosua was one of the first areas of the DR to attract permanent expatriates, at first mostly from ...
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| Weather in May | 5/1/2006 |
Q: George: Generally, what is the weather like in the 2nd week of May? I'm leaving May 7, 2006 for a ...
A: Kathy! May is actually pretty dry, second only to June, on the North Coast of the DR, so you are ...
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| drinking age | 4/24/2006 |
Q: Me and my friend are 16 and are going on vacation to the Dominican Republic and staying at the ...
A: If your parents give you permission at the front desk, when you get your all-inclusive wristband put ...
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| fishing and diving | 4/13/2006 |
Q: I wanted to know if there is better fishing,diving,snorkeling etc. in the North part of dominican ...
A: Kim and Dan! Why, sure! Fishing and snorkeling are about even -- beware the deep sea fishing boat ...
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| june weather in PUNTA CANA | 4/12/2006 |
Q: We are looking to go to punta cana for a 2 week holiday in june, we have had conflicting advice ...
A: Sure -- expect a day or two of warm rain among 14 days in June -- it's a bit more rainy June to ...
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| Transportation | 4/8/2006 |
Q: I will be traveling to the D.R. on Tuesday, April 11th. My flight is into Santiago(STI.) I am ...
A: Holly! Welcome to JetBlue convenient scheduling! :-) My advice is to call the hotel -- you can ...
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| Pharmacy | 3/9/2006 |
Q: George I was wondering if you need a perscription to get drugs from the pharmacies in the DR. Also, ...
A: Jordan -- Lots of questions. On drugs, yes, you need a prescription but many drugs that are carried ...
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| Cigars | 3/8/2006 |
Q: Can I bring Dominican Republic cigars back into the US and if so, how many? What brands of cigars ...
A: Rick! Yes, you can bring back Dominican cigars, rumored to be among the best in the world. (I've ...
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| WHICH COAST TO LIVE ON | 3/4/2006 |
Q: I AM A RETIRED MILITARY OFFICER AND MY WIFE WILL FULLY RETIRE IN APPROXIMATELY 2 YEARS. WE ARE ...
A: In both cases, yes -- if you like wind, windsurfing, sailing, etc., you want to be on the northwest ...
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| WHICH COAST TO LIVE ON | 3/4/2006 |
Q: I AM A RETIRED MILITARY OFFICER AND MY WIFE WILL FULLY RETIRE IN APPROXIMATELY 2 YEARS. WE ARE ...
A: Donald! OK, I'm concerned that you might be confused. There is no western coast of the Dominican; ...
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| ALL about Dominican Republic | 3/2/2006 |
Q: My name is Jenn and I, along with a few of my friends are planning a trip to the DR in July, 2006. ...
A: Jenn! OK, one at a time. Punta Cana is fine for young people, check with your individual resort but ...
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| vacation in punt cana | 2/28/2006 |
Q: i wanted to know about the best way to travel between the airport and the resorts on the coast. how ...
A: Roger -- Actually, Punta Cana is on the southeast coast, not my area of expertise, but I happen to ...
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| drinking in punta cana | 2/26/2006 |
Q: My son and his friend are both 17 and want to go south for the march break, they were thinking Cuba ...
A: Sandy! First, I really don't know a great deal about Punta Cana, which is on the southeast coast, ...
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| currency conversion | 2/19/2006 |
Q: do you have a currency conversion chart from and to US $...I noticed there are different versions of ...
A: You bet! The exchange rate today is One dollar equals 34.3 pesos. A much easier way to figure it, ...
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| Finding Cheap Place to stay and Transportation | 2/18/2006 |
Q: I feel better already. Ok here is a little more information and a specific question or two. I plan ...
A: OK, Randy, the places for $6 a night are very local, very Dominican and often don't have telephones, ...
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| fishing | 2/18/2006 |
Q: i am going porta plata dominican republic is there any good fishing charters in the area? bottom ...
A: Lisa! You bet there's good fishing off Puerto Plata. You didn't tell me exactly where, but if you're ...
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| Moving to the Domincan Republic | 2/17/2006 |
Q: I have lived in the Philppines for the last 5 years. I live simple not like a "Normal" american ...
A: By and large, Randy, the answer is yes. There are a few places to avoid in order to be safe, as I ...
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| Casa Marina Beach, puerta plata | 2/17/2006 |
Q: Well me and my boyfriend are going to Casa Marina Beach(all inclusive) in puerta plata during feb 23 ...
A: Lani! Wow! Lots of questions! OK, the weather will be fine, about 88 Fahrenheit (29 or 30s Celsius) ...
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| general info | 2/16/2006 |
Q: My husband and I are looking for an adults only, all inclusive resort, what would you recommend? ...
A: I'm sorry, Christy, but there really aren't any adults-only places on the North Coast of the ...
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| peurto plata and disease | 2/15/2006 |
Q: I am traveling with a family of four children. I would like to know if this area has any current ...
A: Nan! In one word, no. I am assuming you are staying at a hotel near the beach, in which case your ...
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| weather | 2/14/2006 |
Q: Just wondering if you can tell us what the weather will be like then. We hope that it will be warm ...
A: Ah, Sarah, I have good news for you. I'll be staying at the Playa Naco, which is about five resorts ...
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| Boat travel from US to DR | 2/12/2006 |
Q: Is it possible to find boat travel from the US to DR? I was thinking that a cruise ship may let ...
A: Sadly, James, I'm afraid boat passage to and from the DR on cruise ships is no longer possible ...
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| age to travel?? | 2/7/2006 |
Q: me and my friends are planning a trip to dominican in march of 2006 but i will only be 17 turning 18 ...
A: You can go without parents but whatever you do, don't be stupid. Here are the rules: Bring a ...
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| What a dollar does in Dominican Republic | 2/7/2006 |
Q: My question is simple, and is as follows. I am planning a short vacation to Santo Domingo or ...
A: In general, things are cheap, with a few exceptions like gasoline and taxi rides! Just remember than ...
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| hotel | 1/23/2006 |
Q: Taking a family vacation with two twenty+ year old daughters. Looking for a quality hotel, excelent ...
A: I'm going to pass on this one because my wife and are about 40 years older than 20-somethings and we ...
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| weather | 1/18/2006 |
Q: i have planned a vaction for the week of april 20th to the 26th. i wanted to know if you can tell me ...
A: Trish! You'll likely have five days of sun, one of rain and one of some mixture at that time of ...
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| paradisius in Punta Cana | 1/6/2006 |
Q: unforunately I didn't give you the exact name of the resort I was talking about. I meant to say ...
A: Aha! That's a little too early but you could bet that the first review is going to show up at ...
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| paradisius in Punta Cana | 12/28/2005 |
Q: I will be going to this "new" resort at the end of Jan/beginning of Feb. Have you heard anything ...
A: Christopher! No, I haven't been to this place, which is actually a couple of years old, because ...
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| honeymoon in punta cana | 12/26/2005 |
Q: My fiance and I are looking for somewhere quiet and sunny to go on our honeymoon. A family member ...
A: If you like warm and sunny, you'll love it. It's very safe, provided you are not stupid enough to ...
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| Relocating to POP with Children and Pets | 12/12/2005 |
Q: I've really learned a lot perusing this forum, thank you! Hopefully, you can answer a few more. A ...
A: Jim! This can only be a partial answer since I'm 58, a bit too old to keep track of schools, but the ...
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| my trip to Allegro Playa Dorada | 12/11/2005 |
Q: my friends are heading to the Allegro Playa Dorada in the dominican this jan, and we are wondering ...
A: Yo, Alex! You are going to the very first hotel I ever visited in the Dominican -- it was about half ...
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| Crime Dominician rep. | 11/28/2005 |
Q: I have been doing some research as to the crime in the DM and I've become scared to go on the ...
A: Lance! Don't be brain-dead. The DR crime rate is generally low, especially in tourist areas, but ...
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| Punta Cana Weather In November | 11/10/2005 |
Q: I will be going to Punta Cana for two week at the end of November. We have hurd horible things ...
A: Jen! As usual, the truth is in the middle. Yes, it's one of the rainier times of the year in Punta ...
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| Dominician residents point of views on marijuana and magic mushrooms | 11/8/2005 |
Q: I live in BC Canada and am planing to visit the dominician republic soon. If I like it there I might ...
A: Lance! Well, you are quite right about marijuana when you say the DR is not like BC. There's a very ...
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| if we need a visa | 11/3/2005 |
Q: could u try to answer this question if possible do we need to get a vise prior to travelling or can ...
A: Nicky! Well, it depends on where you live. It's best to have a passport in all situations (I use ...
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| Merian Coral by Hilton | 10/27/2005 |
Q: Hey George, great site and very useful. I first googled "drinking age puerto plata" and i came ...
A: Hey, Zach! They will be relatively lenient and believe me, one day you will be HAPPY that you look ...
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| Cigarettes / money | 10/17/2005 |
Q: Bonjour George, I am going to dominican republic soon. I want to know if I can find "Philips Morris ...
A: Bonjour, Jean! No, you won't find Philip Morris super light in the Dominican, but you can bring a ...
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| english speaking expat in Puerto Plata | 9/25/2005 |
Q: I've seen many attractive houses and condo's for sale in this area - is this where you live? As I ...
A: Jeff! Yes, Puerto Plata is a big tourist destination, filled with (mostly) all-inclusive hotels. No, ...
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| cost of water in dominican rep | 9/4/2005 |
Q: how much is a bottle of water to bye there
A: Mick! Assuming you mean bottled water, what is called "agua purificada," which means "purified ...
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| September...!! | 8/25/2005 |
Q: it is much appreciated as we had no idea what to expect....!We definatly like the sound of swimming ...
A: Lindsey! You betcha. Visit http://www.oceanworld.net/index.asp which is Ocean World's own Web site ...
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| September...!! | 8/24/2005 |
Q: me and my boyfriend are visiting the Dominican Republic on the 6th Sept....staying at the Hacienda ...
A: Lindsey! You'll be on the western side of Puerto Plata city, in a neighborhood called Cofresi. The ...
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| winter vacation | 8/14/2005 |
Q: We have been to Sandals on Jamaica for 2 weeks during January for several years and like the all ...
A: folks! Ah, that helps. For the record, my wife and I are 57 and 59, respectively, so we bring some ...
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| winter vacation | 8/13/2005 |
Q: We have been to Sandals on Jamaica for 2 weeks during January for several years and like the all ...
A: That's a pretty generic question! There are literally dozens of nice all-inclusive places in the DR ...
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| DR/Food-Water Question | 8/9/2005 |
Q: I will be vacationing in DR next week and am troubled by reading constant reports on the internet ...
A: Pete! Well, let's see. You should NEVER drink the water from the tap at any Domican location. ...
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| Gran Ventana | 8/4/2005 |
Q: We have just booked a Xmas family holiday to the above (kids are 6 & 5). It was hard to find ...
A: Bernadette! You are going to be pleased with this answer, I promise. Of the places you picked, I ...
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| Sea Grape Hotel | 7/16/2005 |
Q: I am trying to make a reservation at The Sea Grape Hotel in Cabarete but am having trouble getting ...
A: Laura! No guarantees with this place, but try (809) 571-0789 on the phone, (809) 571-0651 via fax ...
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| Weather | 7/14/2005 |
Q: I have a trip planned for Dec 2 - 6 and I would like to know what to expect from the weather. I ...
A: Pat! Relax -- the weather should be fine, daytime 82-86 degrees Fahrenheit, 5 a.m. about 70-72 ...
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| Travel Advisory for Dominican Republic | 7/6/2005 |
Q: Thinking about traveling to Samana Bay Village in December with the family. Curious to know if ...
A: DREW! One more thing: for specific resorts, visit www.debbiesdominicantravel.com and read visitor ...
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| Pharmacy in Puerto Plata, DR | 6/20/2005 |
Q: Hey again George. Do you know if there are Pharmacy around Coral Marine by Hilton just in case I ...
A: Yes, there are two good ones not far away, both in the Playa Dorada complex. One is attached to Dr. ...
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| drinking age | 6/18/2005 |
Q: I'm 16 years old, and I'm going to the Dominican Republic at the end of August, to the Santana Beach ...
A: The short answer is: No. There is one possibility and only one: If your parents (not your friends) ...
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| Planning a trip to Puerto Plata, DR | 6/11/2005 |
Q: My partner's mom and dad, my partner, and I will be going to DR in August. We will be staying at the ...
A: I know the place well. It's at the western end of Playa Dorada, in an area called "Costa Dorada." ...
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| september weather | 5/23/2005 |
Q: I wonder if you could advise me on this one, my daughter is hoping to get married middle of ...
A: Gillian! Yes, I'm afraid September is one of the rainier months in the Dominican, but you can cross ...
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| Kids Safety for short term living | 5/19/2005 |
Q: My ex-wife is thinking of going to the Dominican Republic for the entire summer with her new ...
A: Juan! In general, assuming your ex-wife keeps an eye on her, she's perfectly safe. Dominicans love ...
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| hoilday | 5/13/2005 |
Q: lookin for information on a hotel in cabarete called barcelo punta goleta beach what your thoughts ...
A: Donnamarie! First, you are more than 100 miles from the nearest cases of malaria and you are in ...
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| Casa Marina beach and Reef resort | 4/6/2005 |
Q: I am nervous as heck. My friend and I are going on a vacation with no husbands or kids. I have never ...
A: Laura! I'm a little late (wasn't online yesterday) but you should relax. First, your Canadian dollar ...
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| Coral by Hilton | 4/5/2005 |
Q: Me and my boyfriend were thinking about going to the Coral by Hilton just outside Puerto Plata. I ...
A: Lauren! You're going to love it. The Coral is in a neighborhood of resorts called "Costa Dorada," ...
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| Living in Dominican Republic | 2/22/2005 |
Q: George: Good morning. Hey, I have been seriously considering purchasing property, i.e. retirement, ...
A: Well, Thomas, I am certainly not an expert in investments, especially not in any off-shore country. ...
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| Puerto Plata trip late Feb | 2/18/2005 |
Q: I have heard on some other sites that there is an outbreak of the Norovirus at some of the resorts ...
A: Kelly! You should be fine -- the virus, which was widespread on cruise ships about a year ago, has ...
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| Cabarete - El Magnifico Hotel and Food Advise | 2/18/2005 |
Q: My husband and I are traveling for the first time to DR and staying in Cabarete at the El Magnifico ...
A: Jean -- I am afraid I don't know about El Magnifico specifically; has it changed names recently? If ...
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| Alcohol | 2/14/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if the drinking age if heavily enforced down there, specifically in Puerto Plata ...
A: again, Melanie! Sorry this took longer; in real life, I'm a weekly newspaper editor and this is my ...
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| Alcohol | 2/13/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if the drinking age if heavily enforced down there, specifically in Puerto Plata ...
A: Melanie! More than likely, you'll be across the street from me since I'll be at the Playa Naco ...
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| D.DP. | 2/9/2005 |
Q: ... WHERE IS IT SAFE HEALTH WISE TO TRAVEL IN DOMINICAN REP. IF IT IS NOT MALERIA IT IS SOME FLU ...
A: Ina! The most up-to-date official information is at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control's Web site, ...
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| DR vacation | 2/7/2005 |
Q: I just booked a week in DR - VillasJazmin en Costambar in Puerto Plata. Can you give me some sort ...
A: Denise! I am not familiar with this particular place and I suspect it may have had a previous name, ...
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| how much rain? | 2/3/2005 |
Q: I'm planning a holiday to superclubs in Peurto Plata in July but I've had a lot of people putting me ...
A: Kim, your friends are full of beans, to be polite, about hurricanes. You won't have one that early ...
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| puertaplata | 1/30/2005 |
Q: i already sent this message but i believe i typed the wrong email. oh well here goes again. my ...
A: Linda and Marcel: Wow, lots of questions! First, Cofresi is a group of villa-type resorts on the ...
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| puerta vallarta | 1/26/2005 |
Q: my husband and i are going to puerta plata for one week on feb 5. this was a last minute trip. we ...
A: Linda! The place you have chosen is in Cofresi, on the west side of Puerto Plata, which will give ...
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| malaria in DR | 1/12/2005 |
Q: I booked my trip to Puerto Plata on Monday. Today (Wednesday) i heard from 3 independent sources ...
A: Olga! The basic answer is: relax. Puerto Plata is more than 150 miles (250 kilometers) from the ...
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| Puerto Plata | 1/9/2005 |
Q: George, I am traveling to Puerto Plata in Feb 2005. I will be staying at the Marien Coral by Hilton. ...
A: Jeffrey! The Coral Marien is only three resorts down the beach from the Playa Naco, where I will be ...
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| Puerto Plata | 1/9/2005 |
Q: George, I am planning a trip to Puerto Plata in Feb 2005. I understand that malaria is not a ...
A: Jeffrey! Oops, I forgot one question. It's safe to rent a car (the rates are high) and drive around ...
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| Malaria | 1/4/2005 |
Q: We are going to puerto plata (fun royale hotel) in march. We are worried about malaria. Do we have ...
A: Carmen! My wife, Pam, and I will be around the corner from you March 5-19 at the Playa Naco Resort, ...
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| drinking age | 12/21/2004 |
Q: What is the Viva Wyndham dominicus beach like? Have you ever heard anything about it. And if so ...
A: Viva Wyndham is VERY new, the company having taken over an existing facility, so I don't have a ...
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| Drinking Age | 12/17/2004 |
Q: What is the Drinking Age in The Dominican Republic? or Punta Cana?
A: Rich! Well, Punta Cana is IN the Dominican Republic and the official legal age is 18, but if you are ...
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| vacation | 12/7/2004 |
Q: need air & hotel for 4persons, 2 rooms, one week under $7000
A: Gloria! In general, this is not a problem from most of the U.S. and Canada, but I clearly need more ...
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| place | 10/28/2004 |
Q: Looking for information Re;Thank you so much for info. on Punta Rusia. I still am unable to locate ...
A: Ah, that's a harder thing to do. My wife has a friend who spent six months sailing the Caribbean and ...
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| Allegro Playa Dorada by Occidental | 10/2/2004 |
Q: Just had another thought, would there happen to a favorite spot to spend Christmas or New Years ...
A: Linda! I confess I can't say about Christmas and New Year's (too many family activities here in ...
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| Allegro Playa Dorada by Occidental | 10/2/2004 |
Q: Are planning a Christmas vacation, hoping you can give us some hints about visitor attractions, what ...
A: You've picked a great time to go to the DR. First, let me note you will be staying at the very first ...
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| safety | 8/26/2004 |
Q: My daughter just called very excited from college saying as a graduation gift one of her friends ...
A: Linda! You should relax and your daughter just needs to use common sense. Almost every all-inclusive ...
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| Puerto Plata | 8/3/2004 |
Q: I am travelling to Puerto Plata on the 15th of September for 2 weeks. I was wondering if you would ...
A: Marie! One can never be sure, but the weather should be good 5 or 6 days a week in September, ...
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| lti punta cana beach resort- Bavaro | 7/28/2004 |
Q: My mom has booked a holiday to LTI beach resort in bavaro for november. I have been reading up some ...
A: Sam -- I can't answer questions about this specific resort because it's not on the North Coast, ...
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| Weather in Playa Dorada in November. Help! | 7/11/2004 |
Q: we are looking to book a hoilday to Playa Dorada, in the hotel Iberostar Costa Dorada in November ...
A: Guy and Donna! This is a fun question to answer: It is most definitely NOT going to be as cool as ...
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| Hi George, my partner and... | 4/30/2004 |
Q: my partner and I are staying at the Gran Ventana, playa Dorada in September 2004 for 3 weeks and ...
A: Stuart! You are mostly hearing silliness. Yes, it rains in September, more than it does in June and ...
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| Cigarette Prices | 4/1/2004 |
Q: My wife and I both smoke. I smoke Camel Filter Box. She smokes Virginia Slims Box. Can we get them ...
A: Don! I don't smoke, but the only North American brand cigarettes that are common in the DR are ...
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| Travel to Puerto Plata/Sousa | 2/26/2004 |
Q: My husband and I are leaving in two weeks, do you think there will be any problems with what is ...
A: Heather! My wife and I are leaving for our 15th Dominican vacation next week (Friday, March 5) and ...
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| Morir Sonando drink receipe | 2/17/2004 |
Q: I am aware that my question is one that is not of your expertise. However, as you are dealing with ...
A: John! No problem with your request! Here you go: This odd beverage comes from Santo Domingo. A ...
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| Legal drinking age? | 2/17/2004 |
Q: I was just woundering what the legal drinking age is in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata? I am ...
A: Jen! This answer took a little longer because of that pesky habit of mine about going to work! ...
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| Alcohol | 2/12/2004 |
Q: I am 16 and curious obviously about the drinking scene in the DR (specifically the Hamaca Hilton ...
A: Will! Most resorts, including yours, will just give you an ordinary "all-inclusive bracelet" without ...
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| Weather in the North | 9/2/2003 |
Q: I have just booked a holiday in Bahia Maimon at th Club Hotel Rui Merengue. This is for a ...
A: Christine! Relax, Amiga! The weather in the DR is not terribly different from one month to the next, ...
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| weather | 6/23/2003 |
Q: but i have read alot of reviews that the weather at this time is very likely to be awful and cloudy. ...
A: Katie! Relax. If you can just go to www.weather.com, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click ...
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| Wanting to move to Puerto Plata | 4/25/2003 |
Q: My name is Lisa, I am 23 years old from Newfoundland, Canada and recently returned home from a ...
A: Lisa! I would LOVE to do exactly what you would like to do and I very well might in another 10 years ...
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| I am interested in going to... | 4/20/2003 |
Q: I am interested in going to the DR and would like to know the best places and ways to meet and spend ...
A: Yes, Mark -- try the discos in any DR city, but beware -- there is a higher percentage of AIDS in ...
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| Hotel and nightlife | 1/24/2003 |
Q: My wife and I are going to cabarete in 3 weeks at the "Paraiso Del Dol" resort.I have read some ...
A: Jamie! Well, as usual, the truth is in the middle. Some of the negative reviews ...
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| All-Inclusives | 11/15/2002 |
Q: Do you have a favorite all-inclusive that you can recommend? We are considering either Mexico or ...
A: Cindy! You bet I have favorites. In Puerto Plata, you will love Playa Naco, Paradise or Gran ...
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| What should we do and see in Puerto Plata? | 8/26/2002 |
Q: I asked you a question last week about what resort to stay at - the Iberostar or Allergo - thanks ...
A: You'll like the Paradise Beach Club. Its dining area is right on the beach, at a spot where a ...
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| new resort | 2/20/2002 |
Q: I am going to a new resort in puerta plata in april, called the coral marion spa and resort. ...
A: Kim! The Coral Marien was still under construction the last time I was in the DR (10 months ago) but ...
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| alchol punishment | 10/5/2001 |
Q: So lets say i am 17 and do drink alcohol in the country what is the penality. I mean i have heard ...
A: John: OK, it depends. Drink at your resort and nothing, absolutely nothing, will happen to you if ...
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| drinking age | 8/14/2001 |
Q: What is the drinking age in the Dominican Republic? If this question needs to be more specific, ...
A: Shannon: In theory, 18. In reality, if you are staying at an all-inclusive, closer to 14, depending ...
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| Dominican Republic | 8/8/2001 |
Q: I just want to know some of the main attractions in Santo Domingo the outlaying areas. How easy bye ...
A: Don -- Forget about going to Haiti from the DR easily. Remember, these two countries don't like each ...
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| Puerto Plata | 7/26/2001 |
Q: My husband just booked a stay at the Occidental Flamenco Beach Resort. I have read some reviews on ...
A: Amy: Second question first: the weather will be hot and generally dry. June-August are the driest ...
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| seagrape beach club hotel | 4/23/2001 |
Q: My husband and I are going for a vacation in May to Cabarete, to a hotel called Seagrape beach club. ...
A: Vedrana: It's a fine place, although not exactly in the centre of town. Here's a review filed this ...
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| boat travel | 2/25/2001 |
Q: Is there a cheap way, such as boat, that goes from Puerto Plato to the Turks?
A: Carolle: Sorry to disappoint you, but there is no cheap way to get to the Turks & Caicos from the ...
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| Puerto Plata | 1/15/2001 |
Q: I will be traveling to Puerto Plata for my honeymoon the first week of April. Is the weather good ...
A: Betsy! Congratuations are in order first, I think. Now: yes, the weather should be nice. April is a ...
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| Hacienda Garden Club | 10/24/2000 |
Q: I was wondering if you knew anything about the Hacienda Garden Club or resort? I am going on a two ...
A: Steph: It's a fine place, although not exactly on the beach. The reason for the confusion is that ...
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| Casa Marina Reef Resort | 9/23/2000 |
Q: We thought of going there in February (3 couples). Some travel books show it as a 3 star resort ...
A: I'd give it three stars. It has a small beach of its own, but the main beach (beware the vendors, ...
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| Duty Free and Cigarettes | 6/12/2000 |
Q: I have one about Duty Free and Cigarettes. A family member who has been to the sister hotel we are ...
A: No, that's false. It used to be true, but the real issue is what brand you are seeking. Some ...
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| Re my earlier question | 5/26/2000 |
Q: water and heat. I told the people that i am travaling with and i have a few more questions to ask ...
A: Natalie: Yes, they will have JetSkis, about 200 pesos ($1 canadian is 10 pesos, $1 US is 15 pesos) ...
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| Puerto Plata | 5/23/2000 |
Q: Im going to Puerto Plata in July to the Hotel Riu Mambo and was just wondereing a few things: Do ...
A: Natalie: OK, you are going to have a great time. First, you really don't need to worry about ...
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| Rui Merenge or Iberostar Costa Dorada | 4/3/2000 |
Q: Which would you recommend for a family all-inclusive? Our family consists of two adults and three ...
A: Cheryl: I'd recommend Iberostar, which I visited as recently as March 17 this year. Here's why: Riu ...
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| holidays in Dominican Repubic | 2/28/2000 |
Q: My daughter (8) and I want to visit DR this year on holidays - we are looking for all inclusive ...
A: Allison: Ah, there is good news for you. Just about every all-inclusive hotel in the DR has a ...
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