Dominican Republic - What might frustrate the daylights out of you and how to deal with it

[@EducatedTraveler]

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[@Dargan333]

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[@pclarkey1988]

Everything in this video that is fustraighting is the reason I love the Dominican republic. your videos are spot on mate. flawless factual information, subscribed. (didn't know you were famous buddie) peter.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Peter! Just trying to tell it as it is - no sugar - no honey but really frustrated when they take me for money :) I'm launching another one very soon - see you over here! Brgds Mr.T

[@stevebowness9435]

Thankyou Mr T for another Quality and Informative video discussing the frustrations and pitfalls of the D.R.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and commenting! :-)

[@denismoloney2011]

Mr. T. Thank you.... Great videos I'm flying through lots your videos at present, great stuff mate 👍 🇮🇪 from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Denis!! and for tuning into my channel - more videos on the way - Brgds, Mr.T

[@tchellar]

Hello Mr.T , it was a pleasure meeting you in front of the playero.Your videos are the one stop shop for all my travelling concerns.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks! it was a pleasure meeting you too - hope to see you around - more video's coming! Take care - Brgds Mr.T

[@sosuasurfer9879]

Best video in this series so far! A real insight; sometimes confronting, sometimes funny but keeping it real and highly entertaining.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Michel - Always appreciate your comments and feedback - See you around! Brgds Mr.T

[@kholt2001]

honest and informative video. We bought a house in a small gated community 12 years ago and have learned much of what you are talking about. If someone is new to the DR, this would be extremely helpful! But I do LOVE the DR; warts and all!!

[@markctaylormade]

Subscribed. I've visited the DR many times, and find this video absolutely terrific, insightful, and with no bias. An excellent piece of objective journalism, and very well done.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Mark! and thank you for both watching, subscribing and for your kind comments - I'm very pleased you liked it - take care - Brgds Mr.T

[@moiselj19]

@@EducatedTraveler just discovered your channel. It is a gem👍🏽

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks! and welcome on-board :) Brgds, Mr. T

[@hectorrios4196]

Fantastic documentary from Mr. T . Lots of true facts !!!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@prakashphulwani1288]

Very informative. I love it. Coming from India I am used to most of these issues. But as an American these issues can be very frustrating. Life is different in rest of the world. Patience is a definite requirement. Time is not always rushing by.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Prakash - wise words. Hope to see you around - Brgds Mr.T

[@j.antoniologronomorales5198]

As a Dominican, for me its very interesting how foreigners see us. Of course -and regrettably- most of the conclusions drawn by your experience, come thru contact with poor, lower class Dominicans. Nonetheless, your deductions -considering this- are correct and useful to the tourists or foreign residents. I enjoyed the video a lot since it was a lighthearted -albeit serious- way to try to deal with a lot of frustrating (also to the majority of Dominicans) stuff we have to endure here.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hola Mr.Morales! Many thanks for your comments. I have been on one road trip (which I made a Documentary of), yet I'm looking forward to again exploring not only different parts of your country, but also to experience meeting many more Dominican people and their approach to me as a foreigner. I'm of-course hoping to meet a lot of down-to-earth and nice folks, and hopefully after this I will be able through my videos to re-assure viewers that the true Dominican culture exists primarily away from the Touristic areas. Take care! Brgds Mr.T

[@j.antoniologronomorales5198]

Me and my brother are attorneys. If you are in Santo Domingo City, please drop a line. We will be very happy to talk to you and a nice cup of coffee. Keep up the good work.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Many thanks, sounds great! Yes I will want to film over your way, so definitely. Also I'm launching my latest Documentary by tomorrow, "Tours and Excursions part two" - so feel free to check it out, thanks and take care!

[@NSUserName]

@@EducatedTraveler Hope you've been to the major cities since then as it's vastly different from the look of this video. There is a huge middle class in the major cities with extensive infrastructure.

[@EducatedTraveler]

The tourists are been educated about where they are heading, and trust me they are heading for small beach towns as most of them are sick of being in a city. They will meet the type of Dominicans that live in and around these beach towns, so if this doesn't show the Dominican Middle class, then so be it! If you for some strange reason wish to prove to the world that you too have a middle class, then maybe produce your own video on this topic or write an article. Just my view on it, but thanks for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@Q-uzoAngelOrgoneEnergy]

Thanks... Very in-depth knowledge of the D.R...!!!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks!!! Somehow I just found this message now :) Sorry for the delay in replying - Brgds Mr.T

[@Yo-qt2nu]

Hi Mr T excellent content thanks for sharing it, i was born in San Pedro de Macorix in 1986, and i actually agree with you in this topic, the people of dr arent able to apreciate the real value of the foreing investors due to the lack of education in the mayority of the population, thanks for your objective and impartial observation, hopefully one day things get better.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Jose for both watching and your comments! Dominicans must continue to challenge any corruption right to the top, only this way will better leaders appear, that will hopefully make decisions that benefit the masses both with a sharper education system and a more prosperous market economy to benefit everyone here, yes lets hope so. Saludos! Mr.T

[@DWill2022]

I want to applaud you for handling the "love" issue in a real way from both sides. Kudos on another great video

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Derrell - many thanks for your compliments and for again watching - take care! Brgds Mr.T

[@tonymontana2197]

Great valuable information as usual. Nice to before warned and prepared so thanks in advance.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Tony for your great comments - Happy to have you watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@christopherchance901]

Hey Mr T ,You really impressed me about being real in thoes videos .

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Christopher! Many thanks! and for watching :) More videos on the way - Brgds Mr.T

[@adventuroustravelearth5493]

You deserve more than 11,000 subs. Great video. Subscribed

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi there! Many thanks!! and for subscribing :) Brgds Mr.T

[@adventuroustravelearth5493]

@@EducatedTraveler You.re welcome

[@gisabeldesneiges]

Excellent video! Thanks a lot 👍

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks!! and for watching - Brgds, Mr.T

[@geobely]

Taylor was right your videos are very educational 🙏🏽👌

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Edward, and for watching! Feel free to subscribe as more videos are coming soon - Brgds Mr.T

[@lutzhanau1019]

Thank you, Mr.T

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for watching Lutz :) and see you in February! Brgds, Mr.T

[@radar_________1976]

Another excellent video from Mr T... good job bud !!!!! Disfruta del paraiso hermano :)

[@EducatedTraveler]

Many thanks Pepe! I'm just about to launch another documentary about the Haitians lives here, so would love to get your feedback on that too - please stay tuned - Take care! Brgds Mr.T

[@AndyP998]

Good video and so true on many levels, lived there myself over a year and gasp even married to one.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Cheers! I appreciate your compliment! Brgds Mr.T

[@haimherzel]

Thank you for your videos I enjoy every time

[@EducatedTraveler]

You're most welcome, and thank you very much for watching - more videos coming soon :) Brgds Mr.T

[@isaiahmartin9627]

That cop knows he's lying

[@scotthensel3332]

Excellent presentation on how things really are in Sosua. I have been going on vacation there for 9 years (31 times) and learned a few things the hard way in the beginning. Mr T tells it like it is and hopefully will save guys some grief. The part on falling in love and being a Western Union boyfriend was great. I was with him when he shot the part at 11:34. This is a wonderful vacation spot to have a good time if you learn to avoid or say no to the obvious scams. Sosua is fun, relaxing and very safe if you use a little common sense. Mr T is a wealth of information and a great guy!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Scott! Many thanks for your great comments! Was great to hook up and look forward to catching up again in the future :) Brgds Mr.T

[@nicolasbutten7112]

I think is a very objective point of view about DR. One thing I'm not agree is when say that "Art or musicians on street is no allowed" People can do what ever they want on street and authorities doesn't do anything.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Nicholas, thanks for watching! Good luck cranking up a saxophone or banjo (with your hat in front of you) on Pedro Clisante Sosua, then just watch what will happen when the 1st lot of Police drives by - guaranteed you'll be either chased off or arrested!

[@alexarostoska1428]

Great Video, Tony, a big hug from Imme

[@EducatedTraveler]

Many thanks Imme :) Glad you liked it - More coming! Brgds Mr.T

[@gabrielleetienne5260]

Hello Mr.T, Between Boca Chica, Cabarette, and Sosua, If somebody wants to rent an house or apartment, wish place is chipper?

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Gabrielle! If you compare a nice 2-3 bdrm apartment with a villa, then the prices will often be about the same. Brgds Mr.T

[@lvfreeAdventures]

Thanks for the all info

[@EducatedTraveler]

You're most welcome! Brgds Mr.T

[@Privateaccount444]

Great doc dude. I'm going Santo Domingo tomorrow. Can't wait

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Anton - happy travels! Brgds Mr.T

[@fpsfreak4079]

Anton Green how did it go?

[@richardlittle3589]

Santo Domingo is fun also. I usually stay in the old city when I visit the DR. check out Boca Chica beach!

[@Tubeyou72]

Another great video Mr T, you are amazing thank you so much once again God bless you!🙏👏🏻🌴🌴🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Louis - Many thanks for your great compliments and wishes! :) Also feel free to check out my other new KZbin channel "World Issues Today" - would love to read your comments to the people I interview in that channel - cheers! Brgds Mr.T

[@nomadictravelerfromTx]

I just subscribed.Good video and I'll be in Santo Domingo the end of March or early April.Thanks....

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi - thanks for watching and subscribing! I wish you a safe and fun trip ahead - Brgds Mr.T

[@nomadictravelerfromTx]

Thanks Mr.T

[@geogmz8277]

nomadic traveler I'm Dominican my advise for enjoying your trip in DR avoid ghettos and police... specially police they are always trying to scam you (regardless your nationality) that's it! 31 years without having an incident. I wish you have a blast in my country and welcome.

[@nomadictravelerfromTx]

Thanks for the advise.Yeah,I heard about the police.Thanks again.

[@geogmz8277]

nomadic traveler the highway police are very decent and educated if they help you with any issue with your car they don't even going to take any tips because they're from the army school. But the ones with gray uniform those are the true scumbags. If you avoid them or avoid troubles with them you'll be fine and will love your trip.

[@Kricke87]

Many things are so true, but the baseline is what type of "gringo" you are where your at. If you come here to party and be in places where "bad" things can happen it's a great posibility that it will happen, like in any other place in the world. I have lived here for more than 5 years and never had any serious problems, and the few times I have had some times of problems it's always has to do with cars. One time I changed my car for another and I got scammed real good. Not so nice experience but you learn by your mistakes. But as in living in any another place you have to be able to learn to live with the frustrating things or try to fix them or just leave. As a foreigner you often have the choice if you cant stand the frustrating things you can actually leave. Also another interesting thing, many of the "frustrating" things that were mentioned, isn't only frustrating by us "gringos" but also by the locals. Dominicans in general respect the law, don't like the problem with the prostitution, see the traffic situation as a big problem as the same with the corrupt police ,which is also another story. That in my opionion is mostly because they "hire" very young persons that are drawn by the fact that they get "power" and a gun to play with and that they are VERY underpaid. So knowing they can abuse their power to get money with out any greater risk of punishment they sometimes do it. So my tip is, stay out of trouble and you'll have a great stay here.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Chrirstoffer for commenting and for watching. Brgds Mr.T

[@richardlittle3589]

Christoffer Carlsson Excellent observations and very informative. Most importantly regarding your views, is the fact that many men who visit the DR are there for 4-5 days, and just to have fun and sex. So the population they deal with is not necessarily the more everyday working class regular women. As always when you come to play ...you get what you pay for!

[@dougofford6567]

Excellent - very informative - thank you.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Doug for your nice comment! Brgds Mr.T

[@gumersindok]

you are right about those drivers, they usually are uneducated and insolent persons. They didn't care about the others, some of them usually drive with led bars and fog lamps on. Another factor is that they drive with very dark tinted windows and the country is poorly illuminated, so it is hard for those drivers to see at night so they wont hesitate to use all their lights no matter what may happen to other drivers. This is a big problem in this country but police do nothing.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Dave! Thanks for watching and commenting! A lot of guys here get their windows tinted for privacy reasons (chica's etc...) so when they drive they can't get just how bad they are blinding others with their high beam on, which is crazy and dangerous, as when you're blinded you can easily drive straight into a moto with 3 people on it as you just can't see it (especially when they have no rear light) - yep it's crazy on the roads!

[@dirkvanderauwera8303]

Hello Mr. T, I really enjoyed your video many thanks for that. I'm going to Sosua early December to do some diving. Just one question though. I rented an air bnb apartment which is about a 20 min. walk into town. Is it safe at night to walk around or is getting mugged after dark a real risk in the Sosua area ? Many thanks upfront for your time.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi David, Thanks for your compliment on my video! Best is to call a Moto concho and then arrive in the middle of town (A mature and nice moto-concho guy is Alberto (829-258-2570) and he's fair on price i.e. RD50 to most places in Sosua. Here you're always safe if you're in the public eye whether day or night - in other words no-one is ever held up at gunpoint in public, however just be careful about your wallet, device etc... especially with the ladies and hustlers. Never leave your stuff on a bar-top or table, as the second you look away that's when someone might pinch it. People will beg and hussle, yet learn from expats how they answer these people and pick the reply's you like best i.e. "baby you buy the 1'st drink and I'll get the second one - sound fair?" and then she normally disappears - Expect you'll have someone ask you every few minutes if you're sitting alone - tough getting that much attention :) Anyway, hope this will help and have a great trip down here + feel free to stop me if you see me, cheers! Brgds Mr.T

[@danielp5317]

Educated Traveler

[@GoHabsGo-db7cb]

I find also that if you can get to a major supermarket from time time that helps because they scan your items and you don't get hammered by gringo prices. Thank for the video and information.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Than for watching and commenting! Brgds Mr.T

[@alphawolf5750]

Awesome informative video, thanks

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Hector for both your compliment and for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@tomduncan9806]

Hey Mr.T, in my 15 years coming to visit 41 times, the North Coast, with the last 6 years full time in Cabrera, I have NEVER seen a local staggering down the street while drinking! Bad way to start your good video. Otherwise great. I really love it here as opposed to Northern Ontario, Canada.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Tom, when you live here you see it all, and I believe from all the feedback I get from most, that most folks wants to see the reality of the place. The reason so many tourist and new expats have been blinded in the past and fallen into traps, is because they didn't know hardly anything except what they saw in the sugar coated promo videos, but that's not what I like to produce. I appreciate your compliment and having you watching - Have a great X-Mas and New Year! Brgds Mr.T

[@aminabellalvaradoaguero9190]

Hola Tom. Am from Cabrera and move abroad with my parents when I was a child, now considering moving back to my little town, what's your take on Cabrera? Living working wise??...

[@marie-francepeladeau3828]

Thank you very good video!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks! and for tuning in - Brgds, Mr.T

[@ballerslim9281]

Great information.. Thank you

[@EducatedTraveler]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@internationalplaces1978]

Good shows nice inspiration buddy.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks! and for watching - Brgds, Mr.T

[@MrJonathanhidalgo365]

I like these videos just wish they weren’t so long! I can’t wait to make my trip down there

[@EducatedTraveler]

They help prepare folks for adopting the skill of "patience", something you'll need a lot of down here :) Thanks though for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@ginghamstyle1883]

I lived in Puerto Plata for 12 months, working at Hotel Heavens! Mr T you’ve hit several nails on the head with this video haha 🤣

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Brgds Mr.T

[@MJ-hg1mk]

That must have been some experience.

[@TANTRUMGASM]

Wow, 95% of Vloggers in Foreign Countries are horrible, but you Mr. T are a true professional and give a fantastic presentation,you should have 100k Subs, Cheers!!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Many thanks for watching and your super nice compliment :) Kindly stay tuned and help recommend - Brgds Mr.T

[@rrtjoh]

I lked been here nearly 15years and I still like it!!!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Richard - sounds great! Brgds Mr.T

[@susanwetter4235]

Hi Mr T, lovely video again. I gained so much information from you. I would like to bother you again with a question ;-) Your advice about travel money was highly appreciated. So, any idea what is the best location for Bachtata dancing in the DR? A week in Santo Domingo is on the list anyway ;-). Thx a lot and kind regards Susan

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Susan, thanks again for watching! In many smaller towns, they have Bachata dancing every weekend, simply ask some Dominicans, and they'll soon tell you the popular spots in their local community. I'm not sure about Santo Domingo, but again I'm sure there are many venues in their many suburbs. Brgds Mr.T :)

[@lisandrogenao7860]

By the way, Mr.T, your video is excellent!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks a million Lisandro! Glad you like it - Brgds Mr.T

[@mmafan3]

Nice video, Mr. T..Right now, I would gladly put up with most of the frustrations there now, as opposed to shoveling snow we had here in the NE US the last few days, lol. Also, @ the 31:10 mark, the gentleman looks like he would fit right in there. it's pretty courageous to sell everything you have to pursue the life that makes you happy. Maybe one day I will follow suit.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for your compliment and comments - yes it's nice and sunny here right now (and most of the year) - The best thing to do if you're tempted to relocate to DR, is to visit here till you're clear about whether it's a place you could live and be happy. Some can't handle the hustling and other factors, some handle it well. Many of the determining factors as to whether you will end up being happy here, comes down to our own beliefs, actions, who you hang out with and your boundaries with both the Dominicans and the big mix of foreigners. Thanks for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@mmafan3]

I'll be there in October for a few days, Mr. T and will be going to a couple of Mr. Taylor's events. Hope we can meet and would be honored to buy you a Presidente.

[@tomduncan9806]

The high beam headlight thing is so you can see the people in dark clothes walking on the road at night. YES, it's irritating, just slow down & glance to the right.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Tom, - however while I'm being blinded, I can't see neither the road, a motorbike with 3 people on it, or the people in dark clothes walking on my side. And if I because of this blinding hit a bike or pedestrian, then I become the victim and go to jail while the true culprit goes free. Usually when two cars come at each-other with low beams, then there's sufficient light for both motorists to see anyone in-between. Just my take on it, and thanks for commenting. Brgds Mr.T

[@tomthompson9362]

Going down to dr from Canada first two weeks of oct 2018 Would like to try that jet ski hovering thing Any info on where that was 5 of us are staying in Sousa

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Tom and thanks for watching! If you walk down Sosua Beach, about quater of the way down, ask folks to help you find "Caribbean Sensations" this is the company who runs the Fly Boarding - ask for Celine and Eric (I don't have the store number, but folks there should be able to find them) - happy travels ahead! Brgds Mr.T

[@LalaCybertruckGirl]

Do you think it is a bad idea to visit currently? Or can one still have an enjoyable time? (By the way, I don't need a night life, as I have a child)

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Lauren! Sure, if you can get here, then for sure you'll have a nice time. There is no night life, as they've destroyed that, but in the daytime it's all happening and the beach is open (Sosua beach is nice for kids). Brgds Mr.T

[@LalaCybertruckGirl]

That's great news! I did read that we would need to get a covid 19 test done to enter DR and we have avoided getting a test done so far through this pandemic and I dread getting one done! But it may be the only way to get into DR.

[@aauthorj]

Great advice. I know the island well.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for your kind comment - Brgds Mr.T

[@MarabouKreyol]

Thanks for the info. Can you do one in Ayiti/Kiskeya (Haiti)?

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Marabou, many thanks for watching! Yes Haiti it is on my list of video's I wish to produce over here, just can't put a date on it yet however please stay tuned - Brgds Mr.T

[@ashfaqidrisi8503]

Marabou Kreyo

[@stevendavis7986]

Is there a wheelchair friendly area there ? And can you tell me about how much to expect to pay for domestic staff?

[@EducatedTraveler]

For consultancy, please email me at [e-mail] - thanks!

[@92rreyes]

Great footage

[@wilsongill2656]

Dominica republic country so you turn me what business series try and i'm interested my name wilson gill and i'm interested to bout are there any post or something little business tell me how is australia please

[@kurthanssen2131]

If you Mr.T. can give me and a lot of others good advises, I' believe that the RD, Government will listen to you, They most realise that the Turisem is very impotent o their economy. I' speak fairly fluent Spanish, But when the Police Stop me, I' make sure I'll got 50.- Pesos, and a cool bottle of water to give them, and I'm on my way. And thanks for another good Video.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for commenting and staying tuned, Brgds Mr.T

[@DiscoverMVP]

Will be in DR for a week in September and while there, if Educated Traveler sees this, I would meet him at a restaurant just to shake his hand and say Hello(?)!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Yadez, and many thanks for watching! Kindly send me an e-mail to [e-mail] and we can discuss things in private - Brgds Mr.T

[@mikepolley5325]

Im from Canada and i was thinking about buying an apt in sosua for the winters do you think itd be safe for me to live there?

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Mike, Thanks for watching! Not sure if you've visited over here before, but my advise is always come and rent for a while firsts, as some folks fit right in, and others quickly miss what they came from. In general it's quite safe here, especially anywhere in public. However if you are determined to invest in an apartment, then shoot me an e-mail at [e-mail] and I will try to help you locate the best deals through my contacts here. Brgds Mr.T

[@aauthorj]

great videos!!!!! Mataeo was funny as hell.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Art for your nice feedback! Yes Matteo is a real character :) Take care - Brgds Mr.T

[@rhadamesasenjo79]

I'm a Dominican, and take it from someone who's been there, done that. It is an unbelievably frustrating country to live in. Nothing ever gets done on time, no reliable electricity service, corrupted government and police, and worst of all, we hold the Guinness book record for the highest, per capita, road deaths in the world.! .. In other words, driving around here is a death wish.! Still, if you're the laid-back type who doesn't let stuff like these get to you, then you're gonna be ok. Every day is an adventure, especially in the "touristy" areas like Sosua. I wouldn't personally live there, but if you're bored with life, and like a bit of excitement, nothing like the DR to get your mojo going. Believe it.

[@EducatedTraveler]

All very true, lol :)

[@grullord]

mr t nos vemos esta semana asi espero

[@EducatedTraveler]

ok, vamos al viejo Sosua - Saludos! mr.T

[@grullord]

@@EducatedTraveler le dejo saber donde estoy cuando llegue. atraves de whatsapp? me manda su numero por favor

[@danielsuriel]

where is Santo Domingo. you never travel there ?

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Dan, thanks for watching - Santo Domingo is located on the South side of the Island. I believe it's the largest city in the Caribbean. Being a nature lover, I've kind of pushed that down the priority list, but maybe one of these days I'll get around to making a Documentary about it. I'm working on my road trip and stay in Jarabacoa, so hope you will stay tuned! Brgds Mr.T

[@cerisefairfax]

Wow, the way that guy uses the machete/cutless.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Cerise for watching! Brgds Mr.T :)

[@christianamericandominican2470]

I was born in the DR, but not raised there and haven't visited since 1990. From this video I see that I am not missing much.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi there! Thanks for watching and commenting. Takes having a lot of boundaries in place to live here happily, however many enjoy great vacations over here - hope you will keep watching, take care - Brgds Mr.T

[@juanguzman1824]

Gran cosa chopo.Quedate x alla

[@joseaguzman3072]

I love it 😍

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for your kind comment! Brgds Mr.T

[@jefferyduran]

Hey I'm Dominican from New York City. I visit DR at least 4 times a year. Your video is pretty accurate... I was skeptical about you offending my mothers beautiful country but in turn I ended up agreeing with you. At the same time being from NYC most of the annoyances you mentioned about DR like traffic, noise pollution and panhandlers doesn't affect me cause it's so abundant in NYC that I find relief from it in DR. I agree with your thoughts on roadside littering and driving education. I agree that Dominicans should be taught to value their precious land and protect it. (Litter is not found in all locations..BTW.. most places are clean. The country side is pretty clean, it's the city and neighboring areas that are affected by litter) About driving education... I feel safer in DR than I do in US... They may not follow the laws and people cross through intersections with a wink or a nod of your head but the traffic flows. You may be half an inch away from body work but everyone is on the same page... Traffic has a flow. If there where a blackout the difference between NYC and DR is that there is less aggression on the roads and traffic will flow. It's a great place and I'm glad your enjoying it. Peace and love!

[@EducatedTraveler]

great comments! I agree that the traffic here flows, and yes it's because people often use signals, body language and communication to decide who goes 1st. I actually enjoy daytime driving here more than in other countries, except at night where folks refuse to lower high beams. They need more signs and education on the effects that it can have when the "blinded" driver hits a motorbike or pedestrians in his/her side, as they couldn't see anything. The good thing though is that here people don't just blindly drive forward because the light is green, where overseas many accidents happen because people trust too much in traffic lights. Thanks for watching! Brgds Mr.T

[@caveman357]

13:45 Awesome! Im 35 and i feel the same way!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks for watching - Brgds Mr.T

[@gargamel55]

Saw you the other day at Super Pola

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hey - Thanks for watching!

[@wadek798]

I don't believe in white T-shirts either! Lol! Great video!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Kenneth - Thanks for your compliment! Brgds Mr.T

[@wadek798]

Educated Traveler You're welcome sir

[@gabrielleetienne5260]

I am talking about a 3 bedrooms.

[@j.antoniologronomorales5198]

What's the name of the mix of "higher love" at the end of the video? I cannot get it out of my mindd!

[@tomduncan9806]

911 is not island wide yet. Only Santo Domingo, then Santiago next.

[@LEVELRAZOR]

Good information even though this is 4 year's old

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks! and for watching - Brgds, Mr.T

[@ricco19701]

Mr T ..UR VIDEOS SHOULD BE USED BY TRAVELLING T.V CHANELS!!!! KEEP UP MATE👍

[@EducatedTraveler]

Many thanks for watching and for your compliment, yes who knows, maybe one of these days I will strike the big deal :) Brgds Mr.T

[@ivonneak]

What a hassle nothing has changed in thirty years.

[@hispanicuscorpus]

Please, please make a video about the Dominican banking system

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hola Trenta. I'm not very knowledgeable about it apart from the few dealings I've had myself and things I've heard from others. Feel free to write what's so good or bad about it? as this might make myself and others aware of something we should know, and it may prompt me on how it could be included in a video, many thanks! Brgds Mr.T

[@kurthanssen2131]

You are so Correct, The girls know all the tricks in the Books, My Norwegian Friend got screwed royally. He did not wanted to listen to an experienced guy like me He was in love, and his brain was totally gone, Lost his shirt Big time. Thank's Mr. T for telling it like it is.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Yes books could be filled with the stories of fake love romances happening down here - Regarding your friend: "a good listener is a good learner!" once they fall for one of these girls, then if you tell them, then they start to think you're the bad guy or jealous, so sometimes it's just best to just mention to them what to be cautious about, and then let him learn the hard way, sad but true. Take care! Brgds Mr.T

[@srbumblediva]

Matteo was really funny!

[@EducatedTraveler]

Yes he's a cool cat - Thanks for watching!

[@richardlittle3589]

srbumblediva At the very least he's honest! You get what you pay for , just like any place you visit. The difference in the DR is at that level, it's all about the pesos. Don't get it twisted!

[@richardlittle3589]

Mr T, Excellent vid, very informative and on point. I like the different interviews with a range of regular people.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Richard! Brgds Mr.T

[@sixgun080]

11:34 I love her.

[@wadek798]

So if prostitution is legal, why are they harassing the women. Im confused

[@exceptionalprogression3763]

that lascanas.net doesn't seem to work anymore

[@EducatedTraveler]

yea, well many businesses change things - but nothing we're in control of. Thanks for watching!

[@exceptionalprogression3763]

@@EducatedTraveler I'm thinking of moving there in next year or so. I am a daytrader and internet is of utmost importance. Where would you recommend living?

[@EducatedTraveler]

I run a Relocation Advisory Service, so I recommend you send me an e-mail to [e-mail] and I'll be happy to send you my price plan, cheers! Mr.T

[@Gabensy]

So should I go there for honeymoon? Puerto Plata?

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi there - many have had wonderful honeymoons here (and weddings) - it all comes down to what contacts you get and getting the right advise. Feel free to e-mail me at [e-mail] and let me know what you're hoping to achieve with you're honeymoon, and I'll see how I can assist you. Brgds Mr.T

[@lisandrogenao7860]

I appreciate "Matteo's" honesty but it is sad to see how he is taking advantage of those young girls.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Whether we like it or not, the Men traveling over here have literally become the missing welfare system for the many ladies who travel from everywhere on the island to the tourist beach towns. I know many guys who in the past found a girlfriend in the Sosua area, and then suddenly they end up moving to the town or city where her family resides. Many of these Dominican families benefit greatly from the often too generous Gringo. Other guys send money down here to the girls and visit periodically. So based on the Governments lack of interest in creating industry and jobs, many of these ladies want the foreign men's money badly, and many of them will lie, cheat steel and let him down in order to get as much from him as possible, so they are in many cases not as innocent as they may look. Also most of these girls have one to 3 children already, and are looking for someone to take her out of her often sad situation. Brgds Mr.T

[@pablotzuarbenisrael9916]

Off the grid

[@lunachurro6411]

This is why i live in a barrio,no construction nice poor developed homes

[@cloverdale87]

Build Casinos and the people that really run Casinos Will fix all the problems.

[@lankari1]

Mr. Serge Stutz: How come it is a "huge problem" or, "totally unacceptable" when "old men are running after young ladies"? It is human nature for men to run after women, and in many many cases young ladies are more desirable to be run after than older editions. And for the young ladies it is their free choice to be run after. In case the lady does not want to be run after, then she has the means to make it clear; the older men are not a security issue of high-grade. Surely it is not a problem of the law-enforcement forces in DR. More likely it seems to be YOUR personal problem... ;-)

[@EducatedTraveler]

Hi Hans, thanks for watching! I totally agree, and I'm a big believer in "voluntary association" between people, and here the ladies will hunt the guys much harder than the other way around, so the girls are not the innocent little sweethearts that some "cry babies" try to make them out to be . And all hunting of either girls or foreigners by the police, is purely to extort some quick cash for their greedy pockets. I interviewed him in order for viewers to understand the general mentality of cops here, not because I agreed with most of his comments. Brgds Mr.T

[@lankari1]

I live in Pattaya, Thailand, and here we have very similar name of the game: The girls are chasing very very voluntarily all ages of guys, and no one forces them to do the profession they have chosen. (Yes, you might say that the circumstances have "forced" them to choose the profession, but I doubt that to very high extent. I have seen during these 20 years so many stories of young girls who prefer the easier work of "entertainer" over traditional hard-labour works. It is not that there is no other work here; quite the opposite!) What comes to the police here; they do not extort from the girls, but mainly from the bars and go-go clubs; and actually it is not so much extortion: It is more like voluntary "co-operation" between the clubs to ensure the undisturbed business where the girls are are a bit too lightly dressed. :-) After all, prostitution is illegal here. And so is all too much sexy; especially this year that we are living the mourning time of the late King passing away. What is VERY similar to the DR instead is, that also here we have these old-fart expats that are wanna-be police officers: They have no other status than working voluntarily and assisting the police, but in their own mind they are the biggest SWAP-team on the Earth, the most important sheriff in town, the highest authority within the reach of a yell, and the greatest defender of humanity; almost super-heroes! In reality they look pathetic, act ridiculous, and are simply just old farts in uniforms. (Sometimes even self-made uniforms; many times they wear these uniforms even on their freetime, and mark their own motorcycles or battered old cars with "POLICE"-signs.) For some reason they are trying to fill up some lack of respect, authority and capability in their personal lives. Hmm... I wonder what that might be... ;-) Please, when I grow old, and if I start mumbling about joining the foreign voluntary police, please hit me hard to hopefully gain back my senses and self-esteem.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Thanks Hans! that was fact-full and funny reading :) and yes, here we get our fair share of wanna be cop's as well. In regards to the actual Police harassing girls and foreigners here (with city halls approval), it just shows how far behind DR is compared to Thailand in regards to understanding how to nurture, attract and retain more tourist for massive profits. Over here, this financially and "self sabotaging" behavior by Governments and their troops, seem so illogical to any foreigner observing it in action, and after a while here, we're just waiting for the next wave of stupidity to kick in from upstairs, whether it will be the immigration detaining tourists and expats without doing proper due-diligence, or the police again raiding another popular club - and the list goes on... You kind of learn after a while here, just to stay clear of this crap by not owning a club or the type of business that they typically hit, and to stay clear of Police who's always looking for an excuse to fine people for their personal gain. Speaking good Spanish also helps a lot to fend moochers off. However once one learns here who to shop with, and who's a scamster, then life becomes a lot easier, and you then start enjoying the many freedoms that are here compared to highly regulated countries, the weather, beaches + the good people (who there's many of here as well). For people who settle here, It's a rough journey learning how to live fairly unaffected by hustlers and the scamsters - certainly not for the fainthearted! Here it's vital for foreigners to find other good foreigners, to tap into their knowledge and contacts of who trades with honesty and who doesn't. Take care! Brgds Mr.T

[@lankari1]

This was a very informative comment from you: It is eyes-opening to see how you face the exactly same kind of stupidity from the authorities like we have here. Slightly in different forms, but amounting to the same kind of shooting in their own leg. I have the intention; for the very first time, to visit DR in a few weeks from now, and this point of view of yours is very much appreciated. It is exactly the kind of information that I seek. I know that there are shadows in every paradise, and I know that behind the scenes, and big smiles, in every place there are issues to deal with. I also know that by not being too "blue-eyed" it is easier to melt in and to see the bigger picture. However, understanding that there are issues in your country, will not frighten me and stop me travelling there; quite the opposite! I very much await to see your beautiful country! All the best, and thank you again for these extraordinary videos!!!

[@joseguerra1910]

pobre mujeres

[@davidgrieco9599]

Not impressed bye there culture that's for sure

[@johngayle2772]

nice shithole im planning my trip soon! lol

[@brayangonzalez893]

I'm amazed how bad you talk about the country. Is like you telling the people to never in this world go over there. I love my country. D.R is the best, not perfect like any other.

[@EducatedTraveler]

Brayan, Never confuse facts with pessimism! If you were moving to the US, and a Dominican warned new-comers about what typically frustrate Dominicans when they arrive in USA, and then some American Nationalist criticized him for simply outlining helpful facts, right from dealing with their strict customs to what could happen to you, facing the extra million rules and regulations over there on roads and in society, wouldn't you then consider such critique pathetic? I've been all over the world, and each country has it's bad sides, and it's great sides - no different with the DR. If you want to watch me point out mostly all the positive things about your country and culture, then watch this video from my channel - but bee warned, some lovely Dominican viewers shed a few tears in pride when watching: kzbin.info/www/bejne/joa0pWZ4eLd1d6M Here's a couple of proverbs for you to think about, and these could relate to any nation improving themselves: "The enemy of Success is to become good enough!" "You can sheer a shear a sheep again and again, but you can only rip the skin off it once!" Stay open to learn and forget about government built borders - us humans all have the same basic needs irregardless of nationality, skin color etc... let's just focus on what can be improved anywhere we might be, and off-course celebrate/enjoy what is already great in any location. Thanks though for watching! Sincerely - Mr.T (Global thinker)