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At the moment we’re visiting the North Coast of the Dominican Republic ( Caribbean ), and in this episode, I’ll be sharing both my own travel tips, as well as talking to different travelers and expats to gain their knowledge, so your future vacations can be both safe and fun. Enjoy! 🙂
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Any good resorts you can recommend?
I'm confused, do you need the yellow fever vacation before you travel to Dominican Republic? I've had my Hep A an Typhoid already, so I've been told I just need a Hep A booster 4 wks before I travel.
Im also bringing antibiotic's with me, would you recommend that?
Hi, I'm due to fly out on the 7th November
However me an my fiancée are going to the Majestic Elegance, club section.
I know there's been a lot of talk about what happened but there's two side's to every story, it reopens on the 7th when we arrive, an if the renovations are not finished we're be upgraded to the Mirage, which is a shame, as like i said a lot doesn't add up.
Would you change your resort, or keep the original resort you picked.
I would love some feedback, an a lot of things said by the person/persons involved was not true, my brother-inlaw happend to be staying at the Majestic Elegance in January.
Thank you, feedback appreciated.
We are going to Dominican Republic next week so this is very helpful. Thank you!
Hi Mr. T,
I'm going to a resort in Punta Cana in 2 weeks. Is it safe to travel to the nearby mall to shop? Do most all-inclusive resorts provide transportation to local malls?
Is the street food ok to eat ?
Use your common sense when in the DR. You should visit Puerto Plata.
Sosua was nice….. If you like people trying to sell you shit every other second. Food, sex, souvenirs, tours, boat rides, massages. About ruined the experience. I put headphones on with out sound so I could "politely" ignore people.
for a large group is an all inclusive or a villa better
Are you rocking a Rolex DayJust in the D.R.? lol
"— Haitians are generally more educated and friendlier than Dominicans"— Says the man. With very few exceptions, I find that to be true. I once had a couple of friends named Leslie and Henri. They, oddly enough, spoke perfect English but little Spanish. They worked with my brother in the plumbing business. At the end of the day, we'd have a bit of food and quaff one or 20 Presidentes, depending on mood. It is eye-opening what one learns from other cultures. The situation in Haiti, despite learnt, cultured, experienced people, is something to marvel at. To me, hearing how they described life in Haiti, is somewhat of a paradox. How is it these people can manage to be so poor when the spirit to better oneself by a commitment to hard work doesn't lead to something much better than the dubious designation of being the hemisphere's poorest nation.?
"There's something happening here, what it is, ain't exactly clear". … go the lyrics of an old song.
You should have a video about tipping the wait staff at restaurants. Unless you already have one and I just haven't found it 🙂 Good videos
don't know where to thank you or kill you for this video.. I found it very helpful and good knowledge… however the wife also watched it and lets just she's refusing to book to go there now feeling its not safe even in your own hotel… I still want to go there
debes pensar que tambien hay españoles que pueden interesar en tus experiencias por lo tanto coloca un buen traductor para tu entrevistas tendras mayor aceptacion
Always good videos Mr T !! ✔️ Good job bud
I went to the Dominican Republic a few years ago. Wish I learned more Spanish before going though. I have been using this system to learn Spanish, this time around, for a few weeks and am learning A LOT faster:
http://wentviral.org/learn-spanish/
Love this guy! that's exactly how people should travel (not just to DR) don't be such a tourist, don't experience things, live them! awesome video, all excellent tips! I'm Dominican-American and I take as much precaution as these guys.
I carry U$20, RD$2,000, a credit card, and a photo ID (no passport, no wallet), pay with CC wherever possible, if you need extra cash go to the nearest bank and deduct it from your CC (yes you can do that in DR with any CC for a small fee), put a heavy-duty cover on your phone (my theory is that if the phone looks too big people just assume that it is very old, and no body wants an old phone). DO NOT TIP more than 50 pesos (I know this one's hard if you're American).
Happy travels!
Thanks for the video. Having been frequenting the north coast since 2008 after spending most of my time on the south coast; I have to say you are definitely on point about everything. I couldn't find one item you stated that I disagreed with. I was in the Sosua area a few weeks ago and broke the "dont carry what you don't want to lose" amount in the city at night. Let's just say the police along with an unscrupulous and dishonest lady helped me get rid of all of my pockets contents. Learning lesson number 155. lol. Thanks for the video and I have now subscribed to your channel. This is number 1, I hope somewhere down the line there is some info on the south coast as well. Cheers.
Very cool! I recently finished a road trip through Europe which was amazing! I put videos on my channel but a camera just can't capture the moment!
Good stuff Sir!
As I'm planning a trip to DR this spring I feel that the advice's given here are crucial!
I am going in a couple of months to Santiago to meet a lady I've been communicating with online. I am still unsure if I should rent a car or just take taxis.
Here's some advice….. Scam Island Here's a hint you're about to be scammed….. When anybody starts talking to you….. You are a Gringo con dinero, you are a mark.
If you need something talk to someone who has a job. You will be approached by Hookers, beggars, guides, vendors, motoconchos, quick change artists, jacked up prices. Etc… if you make eye contact with someone and they smile it will lead up to them wanting money… I spent 3 months there dodging those people every 10 feet… it was like swatting flies all day….. Next you have to worry about the people who will flat out rob you, your car, hotel, etc… I got scammed by a woman I met there….. to make a long story short…. if you run into any trouble get a hold of the American Embassy the police take care of their own and get a cut….. BEWARE….
I like your videos, very mature and non biased. We need more
Hey Mr. T you invited me to Check out your web page, thanks. You were on a motorbike in Sosua. Thanks for the tips. I would suggest not to wear jewelry in the city. I had an experience with a drive by snatch of my gold chain. I'm 6'3" never conceive of anyone taking my chain (I'm from New Jersey, USA). The little guy rode his bike on the sidewalk and tried to snatch my chain unsuccessfully. Thanks for sharing.
I'm about to go to the Dominican Republic by myself for 2 weeks. I'm 19, a female and have never solo traveled abroad before so i'll admit i have a little bit of anxiety. Will i be safe??
Going to the DR tomorrow, great informative video before I'm off !!
Amazing channel. Well done! We truly loved it.
Mr T where are you from? I cannot place your accent, I am from New Zealand, and it sounds somewhat similar but I can't put my finger on it exactly!
Hi Mr.T. coming down to santo domingo soon. thanks for all the really handy tips. Can u give me some information about the safety in santo domingo.
Thank you for this excellent video. Very very informative and realistic. l have been to the DR several times. l have tried all inclusive resorts, villas, friends homes and actually twice living in the country in a haitian refugee camp. Learning some basic spanish helps and travelling with a pocket size dictionary is important. The last time l was there, let`s say about 3 and a half years ago moto conchos were somwhere between 20 to 25 pesos and local taxis around 25 to 50. As for the gua guas depending where your going it started at 5 to about 25, chickens included. From Puerto Plata to Sosua it cost me 15, maybe because l spoke spanish with the driver or gave him a bottle of wáter. And yes Haitians are great people.
Great Advice! Thanks for the videos
Good vídeo many congratulation
Wow great video Mr T, very informative, fun and leaves me wanting to learn more. I enjoy your personal interviews and sights and sounds, great editing too.
also great information about traveling around, car rentals, motoconches and traveling in a place where nobody follows traffic rules.Don't give up passport when renting and get full insurance when renting a car. also good tips on food.
I wish I had seen this 10 years ago when I first arrived. This is excellent introduction to the reality of the north shore. Too many gringos are a target for hustlers and become victimized. Great tips for people who visit here and even those who have been living here for a while. I live here and every thing Mr.T presents is right on the money. Pay attention . This is a real perspective of the local hustles that could save a person from having a bad experience.
Great Video Very accurate and must know for all the future Tourist traveling to the North Coast Of the Dominican Republic!! Great Keep on the good job with these informative Videos!!
really insight full. really loved your video. I studied hospitality and tourism, and def enjoyed it
Thanks for your video….i have seen watching it, its nearly the same situation comparing with Isla Margarita, where i was living nearly 20 years like a guide travelling on the island and mainland venezuela…
Thanks Mr T, I really like what you've put together. It will be my first trip down there on March 9th 🙂
We highly recommend this video to anyone who wants to learn good tips on safe travel to the North Coast (Sosua – Cabarete – DR) from a mix of their local expats – entertaining, down to earth and informative!
Super and very informativ, in a GOOD Way , I Will look forward to visit and enjoy, and follow the many tips . Looking forward to more videos , and more like the various kinds of activities , without it being a disfiguring campaign , but I take it now as a good and real information .