MY FIRST TIME in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 Getting SCAMMED in Santo Domingo

[@andybaker2456]

You have to stop engaging with people on the street!! Just say "no thanks" and move on. Anyone who refers to you as "my friend" is building up to some kind of nefarious activity.

[@markbigelow2608]

You are a walking ATM to them and nothing more.

[@chriscurley4824]

Exactly I watched the video and right away I was like dude it’s a scam!!!!! Especially when he took the baby pic out. 🤦🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@andybaker2456]

It happens in developing countries the world over. They think that because we come from countries where we earn good salaries and live comfortable lives, that we won't have a problem with sharing some of that "wealth" with them. They will use whatever means they can to relieve us of that money. If you really want to help, engage with some of the aid agencies, or local charities. I'm pretty sure that Capital One won't be reimbursing you for being yet another hapless tourist who fell straight into the arms of a local scammer. They'd soon go bankrupt if they did that for every unprepared tourist who went before you, and will come after.

[@alexisantoniolopez1002]

As a Dominican I never talk to strangers either in the DR or any other country outside.

[@alexisantoniolopez1002]

is happend in even in the usa just dont speak with ramdon people in the street@@andybaker2456

[@dingbat3440]

No offense, but you kinda walked into that scam. If people approach you, it's fine to be friendly but refuse anything that they offer.

[@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz]

​@@zanetravelI sent the photo to the police in my country and I am talking to my lawyer friend, I will not allow this to happen in my country 🇩🇴👊🏼💥💥

[@alexbelotti1603]

No offence, but would anybody not know it’s not a scam? 😰

[@dingbat3440]

​@@alexbelotti1603I think a lot of people would know. Apparently it shows in the comments. It also helps to be diligent and research the country you're visiting. Scams like this are a common thing in many other countries. He could've been much worse off honestly, he only lost $150 dollars.

[@alexbelotti1603]

⁠@@dingbat3440sorry I meant not know, of course you have to know that is a scam, yeah 150 dollars is nothing compared to what could have happened. He was outnumbered in the middle of nowhere by himself too. Street smarts have to be used

[@jay1jayf]

He knew it was a scam, he's doing it to make the video go viral.

[@David-om3qo]

Since your visit to Mexico City, you have become one of my favorites KZbinrs. I’m sorry to hear you were scammed during your at the Dominican Republic. It is refreshing for the world to have a caring human being-please don’t change-just be a little more careful when dealing with strangers. Take care.

[@CBatista1234]

Zane, I am Dominican and I am sorry that this happened to you. Tourism is serious business in the Dominican Republic and incidents like this can affect the whole industry. A police report should have been filed. Since the guy is shown clearly in the video and is known in the area, it should be easy to arrest him. Please contact the National Police in Santo Domingo through your hotel. This is not normal in the DR and we do not tolerate it.

[@generaladelavida]

THEY will Not Arrest the guy , hi ask FOR help, do Not used viole ve , show his face, do Not use a y Kind threat on him , he Walk to the place voluntarily, capital o e will Not refund him becouse All that and the Police Can’ Not out some Body in jail just becouse hi ask some body voluntarily and he acept, it was a mistake I sure hi will Not repeat traveling to any Otter Country is Happen anywere in the planet

[@oscarrojas-01]

The scammer is a Haitian without documents, they all look physically alike

[@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz]

I inform you that I sent a report to the Dominican Republic police and I am contacting a lawyer friend, my country cannot allow this to happen, not in my beautiful Dominican Republic.

[@zanetravel]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this, Pedro. Hopefully other people can learn from this video. It's clear that you love your country which is great! I hope you have a good day!

[@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz]

​@@zanetravelLet's do justice, my country deserves the image that has cost us so much to work on. Please!!, be careful not to talk to strangers, especially Haitians, and enjoy my beautiful country, the best beaches in the world, brother, Punta Cana 🦩, Samana🐳, Bahia de the Eagles 🦜.

[@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz]

​@@zanetravelLet's do justice then, I already reported to the police with a photo of the person so that the investigation can begin, sorry again on behalf of my country, we do not deserve this image that has cost us so much work, please!!!, do not talk to strangers, Especially Hatians, I hope you enjoy one of the best beaches. of the world, Punta Cana🦩, Samaná🐳, Bahía de las Águilas🦚.

[@richardnuevo]

​@@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz Sto. Domingo looks beautiful. DR is in my bucket list now. Watching from the Philippines

[@pedroluisalcantara-yd2gz]

@@richardnuevo I promise you that you will love it, the beaches of Punta Cana🦩 , the Samana peninsula🐳 and the bay of the eagles🦅. I wish you the best unforgettable holidays 🏝️

[@joseep5446]

The CDMX vlogs made me stay to watch these vlogs! They’re amazing!

[@Shade89240]

Saludos desde DURANGO MEXICO

[@thelimeking1984]

I do speak Spanish Zane. Around 18:44 the old man said that he wouldn't be doing business with them (not taking part in the scam). So these scammers are known in the community, my advice is that if you ever get yourself involved in an uncomfortable situation like this one, ask the locals for some help.

[@MarcoIvanFonsecaAmaya]

You became one of my fav youtuber travelers since your visit to CDMX

[@Carlosal26]

Don’t tell them about you got scammed anymore, because they will see you as an easy target, just say “no thank you, I’m good” or something to all those people on the streets…. And sorry for my English but enjoy your trip,I’m following since the videos of Mexico, I can’t wait to see you back in Mexico.. Good luck my friend!!!🙏🏼

[@georgeocampo4275]

Make sure you show the video to the manager of the hotel and request some help from him/her to file a police report. You will be doing a favor to tourists and the honest citizens of the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

[@engelgarabatos5061]

Yes but the scammer is haitian not dominican.

[@alexdarkjosh]

When a stranger approaches you on the street in a country that speaks Spanish, yes "No gracias" and keeps walking ignoring them, I'm from Mexico and in Central and South America you get rid of them, but if it's not a tourist area, they will always tell you a story. sad or x thing

[@Intensiified]

" i just got scammed and I dont want to be scammed again " = Hello im open to get scammed.

[@zanetravel]

😆😂

[@geopoliticalnutz7350]

Haha. Damn dude. But yeah, I felt bad for Zane. Shouldn't happen to a super nice guy like Zane.

[@Intensiified]

@@geopoliticalnutz7350 totaly agree. It should not happen to anyone.

[@tuba-spieler4480]

d@@zanetravel dispute the charge with the bank!!

[@neromero]

The men in the colmado said: "no hago negocios con ustedes" which mean " i don't make business with you guys" those haitians were trying to get the men in the colmado to charge you more, i guess the did it on the farmasy

[@kai7c]

I feel bad lol ive been watching your vlogs all over Asia and it’s just obvious that youre too nice and friendly, and that you generally give people the benefit of the doubt. Makes me lose faith in trusting strangers when im traveling!

[@georgeocampo4275]

Come on man! Do not entertain the guys that approach you. Please just say 👉 No gracias! Que dios lo bendiga! AND WALK AWAY. It’s an extremely polite way to say no thank you! and god bless you! In Latin America if you add the words 👉 Que Dios lo bendiga! They will leave you alone without any bad feelings🙏

[@EdwolfXx]

"No gracias!" Be firm and confident and keep walking.

[@DamienYuen7718]

Just take the loss as a learning experience. It happens to everyone at least once traveling. Now if it happens again then you didn't learn your lesson. Also don't tell random people on the street that you got scammed. They won't feel bad for you. They will look at you as naive and try to do it again. No need to be a hero to try and save someone. If someone says that their baby has no food I tell them to go work and get your baby some food. Sob stories fake or real don't work with me regardless of what country. Not my baby so not my problem and that is if he even has a child. You are a good guy and in this world people will take advantage of your kindness. Sadly you have to sometimes be an asshole to protect yourself. That is just how it rolls.

[@KammiNeko]

The scam had me SCREAMING at the screen! "OMG KEEP WALKING!!!!!" it was a horrible experience but exciting content and a travel vlogger is what you're all about so the experience was actually a GOOD thing!

[@alexbelotti1603]

So bad man. How can anybody get scammed like that? Just say no and keep it moving “ no lo intentes”

[@QueensNY718]

They gave you the wrong advice, Santo Domingo is pretty much a safe city day and night for visitors. I was just there.

[@El_.5794]

You were one of the lucky ones. I went there with a group of tourists and a guide so it was safe but we were still cautious. My friends who are both Latinas from the US went there on their own. During their walks, they decided to have a rest in that plaza to rest but men came and thought they were prostitutes. They offered to hunt for them potential clients and asked for money. They got scared told they’re tourists so they went inside the church and the men followed them trying to scam them to go somewhere. It was scary, good thing they speak Spanish and it was during the day.

[@QueensNY718]

@@El_.5794 getting scanned or something and fearing for your life is something else. Getting scanned is practically up to you. You can prevent it by not talking to these people, but you are a prolific talker and that is what got you and your friends in trouble, peace.

[@El_.5794]

@@QueensNY718 not me as I said, I was with a tour group and guide

[@QueensNY718]

@@El_.5794 l understand your lack of experience traveling. I’m a world traveler. I’ve to too many places and know or almost know how to avoid getting scanned. As far as the driving, l enjoyed it. I think your problem is that you complain too much about everything. If you dont want to complain, rent a villa and stay there 24-7 and you will never complain about beautiful Dominican Republic. Also, l saw you eating american food in Punta Cana, come on bro???? Are you serious. You got in a plane to then eat pizza, hamburgers and tacos???

[@El_.5794]

@@QueensNY718 lack of experience in traveling and complained too much? Read my comments again. I traveled not only Latin America but Europe, Mediterranean, Middle East and Asian countries too …most of the time twice a year. Never been scammed! I had a very good and positive experience in DR including the city of Sto. Domingo. I’m just sharing what my friends who are Latinas were experiencing. Can’t argue with that. Scammers are every where even in your own city you live in. That’s how it is!

[@Jean-vp1yr]

People in the comments saying DR is dangerous, this and that…they have never set foot on Santo Domingo before. Santo Domingo is packed with tourists, if it was so notorious, do you think you’d have so many tourists roaming on the streets?!? Come on, you just have to use your common sense, stay out of the sketchy areas and avoid those shady characters who come across as “friendly”.

[@ruthsuarez7877]

You know people going to say we’re ever.santo Domingo is more safe then other big city in untes states

[@barbaraweht9210]

Hi Zane, I'm so sorry you were taken advantage of; it's so clear you're a kind hearted person and it pulled at your heart strings when he said his baby needed food... I hope that person and any other scammers don't get away with their dark and dishonest deeds. Please be really careful and watch out for yourself first... people will say anything to get your money. Take care my friend and I love your videos!!

[@missnurse78]

I can really hear the difference in accents between the mexican spanish and dominican spanish ❤

[@uliseszarate6561]

Caribbean Spanish (Cuban, Dominican, Puerto Rican) is spoken faster and the consonants in the last syllables are cut off. Difficult to understand for a non native Spanish speaker.

[@juanpablomoradelossantos6193]

El estafador es Haitianos.

[@CarlosParedesPopoca]

You should’ve stayed in CDMX. Pro tip: say “no, thank you” and keep walking

[@andrewdavey6971]

I don't like being "rude," but I learned a while ago to be very careful when being approached by randos on the street. If I sense something sketchy going on, I just say, "No, gracias," and move on with my day.

[@chad_de_canada]

They have the same scam in CDMX (and pretty much every LATAM country). Some are more sophisticated than others. I had to tell one to screw off after he started to "clean" my brand new shoes as i was eating at a restaurant despite saying no repeatedly. The only shoe shine people you should trust are the ones with a proper stall and locales using it.

[@ethan-sr6eu]

"you should’ve stayed in cdmx" how does that comment or advice relate to zane’s situation? 💀 stop looking for his white approval, i'm mexican living in cdmx btw, so i know how people are here with foreigns.

[@Andrew-hk4dh]

México is like one hundred times more dangerous than DR 🤣🤣

[@HectorCampos-bx4pi]

@@Andrew-hk4dh Apparently IS NOT. HOW SCARY BEEN IN THOSE CARIBEAN COUNTRYS.

[@giannishen]

Hello, Zane! I am so happy to watch this video and to re-understand this country that I am not familiar with through your video! Your room is big and very comfortable! I like that lounge, the view outside the window is so beautiful! It's just a pity that the accommodation fee is not cheap! It's a pity that you encountered a fraud group, too. Yes, you are so kind! Your face looks like an angel, that's why everything happened! Anyway, the local food and architecture look great, and I believe there are still many good people there! I hope their local government can watch your video, arrest those people, return the money to you, and issue you the key to being a good citizen! Think of the lost money as the cost of taking a class. I hope you can be not too sad! I believe your video will help other travelers! Thank you so much for sharing! 👍🥰🙏

[@CommoditySC]

Honestly he either needs to toughen up real quick or leave latin america. Not a region thats meant for someone this soft.. Have to have your wits about you almost 24/7 traveling there.

[@giannishen]

​ @1simard You are completely wrong. It is not the kind people who should Improve, but the scamm group! If any local people watch this video, please upload it to that local government, members of Congress, or your president! Improving public security of your country is the right thing to do! 🙄👌

[@giannishen]

​ @ 1simard You are completely wrong. It is not the kind people who should Improve, but the scamm group! If any local people watch this video, please kindly upload it to that local government, members of Congress, or your president! Improving public security of your country is the right thing to do!

[@CommoditySC]

@@giannishen Nah you're wrong. Much easier to change yourself than others. Going to a bad area saying im going to change the bad people is the dumbest thing ive ever heard.

[@giannishen]

​ @ 1simard Your values ​​are skewed, you support scamm, look down on kind people, and you can only succumb to bullies for the rest of your life!

[@lucywisinski8732]

I’m from México and I love your videos from México. I watch your videos since then. You have a big heart and the world needs more people like you.

[@virginiaperez1514]

I am a Dominican and I'm sad that this happened to you, but let's make something very clear here. You did not get scammed by a native Dominican. You were following a Haitian immigrant around (no offense to any of the good Haitian people) and if you listen closely to the owner of the first store he took you to, the store owner kept saying "I don't do business with you people." There are people like that scammer everywhere across the globe. You just have to have your wits about you when you are traveling especially when traveling alone. Let's just be glad that he only scammed you out of baby formula and not something more serious like your life for example. DR has many beautiful things to offer. Stay safe and enjoy our beautiful country.

[@ERGSEG]

I understand wanting to be friendly to locals but you totally walked into that scam. If people randomly approach you claiming to be a tour guide, lead you somewhere, etc. it’s definitely a set up.

[@miguellbs3303]

HI Zane, The DR is great. I have been there many times. There are scammers all over the DR, guys on the street, Taxi drivers and women. be careful! There are many great people in the DR, but people are desperate, and they will scam or cheat you. I still get gringo priced after 60 visits. Enjoy the DR it is great, go to Las Terranas, Punta Cana is overpriced.

[@engelgarabatos5061]

But the scammer is haitian not dominican.

[@bobb8122]

I see you getting scammed on this whole trip. Stop following strangers.

[@lewiegun]

Sorry about the scamming dude. If you paid with card you should be able to dispute it and get refunded.

[@deborahgreen711]

Dispute it

[@johnrodriguez4271]

The Dominican Republic is one of the safest countries to visit, matter of fact the second most visited in all Latin America. A good advise is to act with common sense everywhere you go, even when most of us Dominicans are friendly and hospitable, you may find a couple that are not so friendly and tend to abuse or scam tourists, specially foreign immigrants like Haitians and others residing in DR, most Dominicans will protect you and guide you just like the guy who gave you the business card, we also have Tourist Police there, you should have contacted them to help you. Sorry that this was a bad experience and my last recommendation is , don’t judge our country and Dominicans for one negative experience, if you do your research , you’ll see that the DR is way safer than lots of countries you have visited or may visit. Common sense, do your research, homework before traveling anywhere and don’t be so welcoming when anyone offers help or engagement, in countries like Haiti , Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Venezuela , that could lead to something even worse!

[@mario1208njdr]

Video posted for clickbait & to completely downgrade DR ..not cool

[@Patricia-r4u3v]

Exactly cause dr is one of the best country to live in

[@daniahaugustin3717]

Those were not haitians. Most haitians are good people.

[@daniahaugustin3717]

You dont know all haitians. Stop spreading your ignorance and hate.

[@Patricia-r4u3v]

@@daniahaugustin3717 hello even the good Haitians say the people of haiti are crazy that way they country is like that Im not being ignorant im just saying the facts you have 10 procent that are good en 90 procent that not. If your own Haitian people hate each other not all you still have good Haitian people but is rare I know a Haitian lady she is. Cristian and she is a good person But the mayority of hatian are not. Is just the reality I’m not hating or nothing is just the fact in haiti you have good people but the mayority are bad crazy people and that the fact 10 %good 90 % bad. Is the fact I hope they change Cause look know what they are doing in DR a mess and on the news what they say there just killing innocent people in DR. And doing crazy things like in haiti look at the news look what they are doing in DR not alll but allot are doing a mess in DR. You have Haitians that just are worker and that okey and but the rest is crazy. And now to many Haitian in DR !!! I just look at the news about what they are doing and about people what they are saying

[@hagramonte19]

You were not scammed. Stupidity is not a scam.

[@bunit5164]

This scam is also popular in Peru. There will be people standing out front of pharmacies & will say something along the lines of "I don't want money, I just want milk for my baby". In addition to the pharmacy being in on the scam, the guy will also end up re selling the formula back to a different pharmacy for more cash.

[@ej1692]

Yup you buy the formula for him, they keep the product on the shelf, he then just pockets the money and the clerk takes a cut. A variation of this is that you buy them the product and they take it and sell it on the black market.

[@traddtv]

Sorry you got scammed , that happens in every country in the world . Sometimes we just have to keep walking and ignore people . The DR 🇩🇴🇩🇴 is a great country ! I visit a lot from the US . Great video brother

[@Emma-xz8lp]

Hey dominican here! dont talk to strangers. They can tell when your a turist and they will take advantage of you if you let them. Like many other people have pointed out just say no thank you (no gracias) and keep walking. Specially in turisty places like Zona Colonial. Also in my experience Santo Domingo really isnt really a place to walk in. Best to go in car even if the traffic (tapón) is long. I really hope this dosent deterr you from coming back, there are allot of beutifull and cool things about this little island

[@carlosvega-ev2ie]

18:47 The owner cleaning answers to the "milk guy": "I said i dont make bussiness with him". Reffering to the scamming guy. You should really learn spanish. Saludos desde CDMX Zane! take care!

[@pilotord2904]

I am Dominican and now I understand why tourists are told not to leave the hotel because it is not safe. How is it that the night before you were happy because you ate well with only 17 dollars and the next day you go out on the street and give 150 dollars to a Haitian who is in the Dominican Republic. 🤣🤣

[@alanzaratel.591]

incluisive I heard when he was cleaning your shoes he asked if you had a creadit card beware with scammers Zane . Greattings from México City

[@Kushal978]

New country 😊 love your videos Zane keep it up 💪

[@zaneta3880]

Btw .. if you tell your USA embassy in Santo Domingo, they would notify that drugstore chain and I guarantee you... It would be satisfying to see results

[@tacosta88]

Each time I watch a video of this dude, he gets scammed 🤣

[@claritzagartan7357]

He go to every country looking for the same type situation to speak bad about the country

[@andrewdavey6971]

Oh, wow. That Renaissance looks like a nice hotel. For some reason, it's become one of my favorite hotel brands. Also, thanks for showing us some of the DR beyond the usual all-inclusive resort content. I love Caribbean-style croquetas, and you can't go wrong with Presidente!

[@MambaLMHS]

You gotta work your way up to Santo Domingo. Not meant for a first spot to visit for a first timer in DR. It’s next level over there. Puerto plata o Santiago better spots for a first timer. Then work your way to Santo Domingo once you’ve learned way of the land. Too easy of a target. You gotta walk with confidence and just say gracias primo and go along your way. Live and learn

[@simonalexander6700]

Same thing in Morocco. I couldn't walk 5 minutes in Tangier without someone trying to scam me or tell me their sob story. But the difference with me is, if it doesn't feel right, I let it be known immediately. I have no problem being direct with vultures. I had this guy follow me and try to get me to go into some bar. When I refused, he just kept following me, trying to figure out where I was staying and who I was with. Then he tells me how he needs money for his family, and i cut him off straight away and told him I have no money for him. The dude had the nerve to say "You have money, otherwise how did you get here? How did you travel?". I put my hand on his chest and told him to stop following me and its none of his damn business how I paid for my trip. "I dont want you following me anymore, leave me alone." Three other people would try to do the same soon after. Tangier had to be the most aggressive city for scammers in Morocco. Probably worse than Marrakesh.

[@stephen74gc]

for the $200 for the room. you could have gotten a condo and personal driver and guide for 2 days and kept your $150 you got scammed for.

[@drifter8800]

Respect to you for travelling beyond Airasia routes

[@nrm6810]

Even the police will scam you. My friend who is American lived in the DR for many years and left because he’s got tired of having to pay a bribe each time that the police stopped him with all kind of made up reason. Mostly nice people, but struggling to make a living.

[@TrickyPasta]

mostly nice people who will try to lie and steal from you 😂

[@engelgarabatos5061]

But the scammer is haitian not dominican.

[@thepassportlife]

Dam! its that bad? I was planning to retire there, I changed my mind. No way!

[@leslust]

@@thepassportlife It barely happens, this comment makes it sound like the police stopping you every day to scam you. These kind of police bribes even happen to locals so tourists ain’t special, however, it is not that frequent that you would encounter this kind of police. Like any other country you gotta be careful, be smart, know a few words to get yourself by, stay away from sketchy places especially at night, and do not talk to people who approach you unless you approach them yourself and you’ll be good. Also, know where you are moving, is it a gated community or is it a non-gated community? gated communities are 100x safer for foreigners compared to non-gated ones. in conclusion, everybody’s experience is different sometimes you’ll have good experiences and sometimes bad ones like any other country. It really depends on your attitude towards those experiences, and also be smart.

[@knight3131]

At the airport I had a police officer there tried to scammed me. He asked what I do for living and how much we make, I gave him a low number of 40k per year. Once Isaw that he wasn't going to let me continue on my way. I sent a text to family member who knew generals of the military. I told them where I was , well the general my family member knew called the airport and the raise the officer over the radio. He was told to hold wherever he was and then his supervisor came. The supervisor pulled him to the side and spoke to him. Next thing you knew the officer gave me back my passport and told me I didn't need to notify the general that he was just trying to help me. I then told him I knew what he was doing and that he only wanted money from me to let me go.

[@CesarRNava]

So sorry Zane, be careful and a piece of advice if you want a beautiful landscape of the beach go to Cancun

[@wilsoncj261]

Guys I am in the DR now and i ran into the same guy on the street. I am staying at the Renaissance and Casino. This time he has a little 6 year old kid with him who offers to scrub your shoes. He is using the same story and it is all a scam. The places that he will take you are all in on the scam as well. All the employees working in the store are in on the scam including the security. Don’t fall for it, enjoy your vacation and help no one.

[@Verity888]

@21:40 “nice to meet you, I just got scammed” 😂 Apologize in making light of the situation but that had me rofl

[@Verity888]

You’re too smiley and it attracts these scammers. I would avoid Caribbean Latin America. Non stop touts with scams. In Asia, they leave you alone when you’re firm but it’s a different beast here. Avoid Cartagena, Caribbean Colombia, Caribbean Central America…all with very similar scams. I think you’ll enjoy Rio, less worry about scams. But you’ll have to deal with potential violence. But walking down the pathway along copacabana, ipanema and leblon all smiles and having all the friendly Brazilians smile back and greet you would make for a fun video!

[@zanetravel]

😂

[@dabronxguru1824]

They were scamming you when they brought you into the store, The owner said he did not want business with them, he knew what they was doing. You have to be careful and not engage people in that manner. They were talking about your credit card. It should be reported and I am Dominican and we are good people. But like any country scammers target tourist. these scams have to stop. Report that store as police treat this serious.

[@Boosted403]

What I have learned from being alone tourist no resort no fancy hotels in DR solo is that ain’t nobody wanna be friend they see u as a big money sign especially in sosua all they want is get something from yea if they approach ya for no reason tryna be ur friend you gonna get scammed. I know it’s rude but don’t talk to much because what they are doing is rude too they just tryna get ur money keep to ur self unless u got the lay of the land know Spanish because if don’t ur target number 1. I have hit DR 10 times know so whenever some approaches me I just say hey what’s up nah I’m good and keep walking longer u entrain them the more guilty you feel but it’s all the street games. You think they respect you after they rip ya off? NO they respect that u know the game and u kept it moving now it’s time for the other sucker u tryna be everyone friend when they just wanna be friends with ur wallet. Yes some people are tryna help but especially if they are working and they suddenly drop everything to follow u around ya they want something also never ever speak dollars if in Dominican only speak domincain pesos or you’ll get got I’ve had so many instances in Dominican where know I can entrain them if I’m sitting at a bar and look in the eyes and say no.. they even give me a fist bump before they leave laughing cause they know I know what they were tryna do😂 it’s the game fellas welcome to DR But hey bad respect this guy went solo into the capital learned few hard lesson he won’t fall for again that’s respect keep traveling!

[@obayedh]

When you are nice to other and they scam you...nothing could be worst that that! Feel really bad, Zane. You better be watchful there...

[@yomerito3320]

I went to La Romana and Punta Cana like 10 years ago. I had fun but man it was dangerous, I remember at the hotel in La Romana there was this guy at the door always with a shotgun and had to tip every single night before we can get into the hotel, it was horrible. In Punta Cana the beach was nice but in the water instead of sand there was a lot of fossilized corals, IDK if all the beaches are like this but my feet were hurting and I got cut at some point. I’m sorry but I don’t recommend that country to visit based on my experience.

[@Jean-vp1yr]

I’m sorry to hear about your experience, but you are 1 out of millions of people who have visited, specifically in a 10 yrs timeframe, most people have a great time when they visit and go back yearly

[@armyguytravels]

New subscriber here! Love your content man keep up the great work

[@mrvisitador1]

Don’t talk with people on the street specially those who begging for help..please make a police report tourist are very welcome in the DR.

[@davidduran7651]

Before the man scammed you I noticed he was going to do it. This kind of behavior isn’t part of Dominican’s characteristics, so sorry you had to going through this situation.

[@islandjhook]

Sorry that happened to you! I agree when you said your face is too friendly 😆

[@JasonMenaTV]

I'm Dominican Leaving in NYC, I'm Going Soon To Santo Domingo, and I Promise you that I'll be Looking for this Haitian (Francois) Around there...and I send your video to the police and the minister of tourism....

[@lulisha22]

I felt nervous the whole video, I'm sure Punta Cana will be a better experience because it is very touristy, although it is a shame that the non-touristy parts have a heavy atmosphere. Greetings from Mexico City!

[@tommykelvingomezjimenez9136]

I understand that you were scared and kind of lost because of the language barrier, but DR is a safer place than what you may believe based on this experience. Those guys although intimidating didn't pose a physical threat to you. In public places you can ask for help and people will usually react to that. You were both in a colmado and a pharmacy, those are places were you can let people know that you fell in danger and they will help for sure.

[@bethisma9318]

Don't get scammed on your next travel....be careful out there

[@yokid4405]

The guy said he was haitian and you bought milk for his baby, was it a scam?

[@mastergato89]

you have to check puerto rico out man try beach tuqiyyo playa tuqillo is great food dont miss it do it for me i wanna visit it and im newyor rican

[@richardnuevo]

Well what can I say? That is what they call street smart that even an educated person can become a prey. Its something we never learned in school. Still watching your vlogs and Im from the Philippines

[@AnikoZurmuhl]

Hello Zane, so sorry you got scammed, but I’m so glad that you are ok, it would be scary to travel by yourself in some way. God bless you. 🌹💙🌹💙

[@HRHPDTV]

WOW... I feel sorry for your scam, but I would have ignored that clown from jump. Forget the hard luck stories just as you would in the states. A similar thing happened to me on an early trip there, and I just walked away. You live and you learn, a $150 lesson.

[@louie9759]

I went to the D.R. and will never go back hate that feeling of having a target on your back constantly 😮

[@Emma-xz8lp]

Oh no sorry to hear that. DR, like many other places, has scammers so its important to avoid talking to strangers (linda like New York but safer). Its defenetly not as dangerous as you might think tho, perhaps work your way up to the big city or be more mindfull of city etiquet (general rules in how to survive the streets dont knwo what its called :/)

[@solojft]

guys have to learn to just say NO!!!! Hope u filed the police reports would have gotten ur money back.

[@miguelcamacho269]

I don’t know when you filmed this but now there are dedicated Tourism Police. DR has dedicated itself to crackdown on these scammers. This is why the DR has a thriving Tourism industry. If this happens now you can submit a complaint and they will start an investigation.

[@Solicity850]

This is why I never travelled there it’s so messed up smh . So glad you’re ok! U reconfirmed my thoughts tho! I won’t ever go there

[@michaelkuhn6836]

I'm From Philly too and i would have lost that guy after the shoe shine :)

[@Slyndc]

Don’t talk to people on the street just said hello and keep it moving.

[@missnurse78]

Stay safe my friend! , from central PA

[@kayellwanger2378]

I am so sorry to see you got scammed, but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE continue to be your friendly self. I think some of your best conversations come from the locals you meet, and I find talking to locals and becoming immersed in their culture is what makes travel so much fun. Just BE CAREFUL. Don't allow anyone to "provide" you services unless you've approached them. (shoe cleaning, hair, spa, anything) Also, offering money to him was a great idea. The minute he stated he couldn't accept it, I would have been done. I love how kind and helpful you want to be, so don't lose that part of you. Just use this as a lesson and watch for the signs. Not all are scammers, but there are ways to determine what feels safe and what doesn't.

[@Cash4life69]

My guy went on a scamcation

[@Helyob.castenelli3525]

That is unfortunate. Out of all this video that is the only thing I remember. People trying to make money out of tourists by going through their sensitivities. That is very wrong. In Mexico, we take better care of the tourists than our own siblings.

[@mr0glass]

Man it sounds tiring going around a place like that and having to worry all the time. I hope your trip improves!

[@yoliperez3438]

Hello I'm so very sorry that happened to you. Unfortunately there are a number of Haitians in D.R., that as you saw, are in desperate situations or make up stories to scam tourists. Definitely the pharmacy/grocery store staffs were in on it. No remorse or regret. I'm fully embarrassed & angry. Our country is NOT what you experienced in the Capital & YES, You are definitely too nice. Be safe in your continued travels & don't count D.R. out completely. We have beautiful interesting different regions you should consider visiting sometime. GOD Bless.

[@dariaalekseeva7252]

"My face is too friendly for this" that's a completely truth, your face is so kind) I hope you won't get in such kind of situations anymore. Stay safe, send you my love and support from Russian Federation❤

[@yeseniafernandez1437]

Absolutely NOT do not please don't speak or go anywhere with strangers I'm Dominican norn USA take my advice..you will get robbed scammed ditched do not go out at night in Santo Domingo. It's not safe. Rent a car and rive yourself to Punta Cana get out of santo domingo

[@allaboutchrist2793]

You have to be careful out there bro, I have lived there for 3 years most of these young people that are in the streets are up to no good not all but most, and he also said he was Haitian only been in DR for 7 years I doubt it brother. That guy lied to you I'm sorry this happened to you God Bless you bro and be aware................and when people try to communicate with you in the streets just say Gracias estas bien and go out your way .... #STAYSAFE....

[@edwinodus]

Beware of alcohol poisoning

[@HRHPDTV]

I'm only 5 minutes in... You are in a safe area of Santo Domingo. You can totally walk around at night! I hope this gets better. I LOVE Santo Domingo and that was totally annoying!

[@commandocommando8087]

Dude you to have get some one local and someone you trust you lucky you don't gets kidnap remember you don't on USA next time I goes with you 🇩🇴 USAmm

[@yeseniafernandez1437]

If you keep interacting with random strangers you gonna get robbed!!!!

[@WeightBender]

You might want to watch the free documentary “Scam City”. I’m going either to Santo Domingo or Punta Cana July.

[@rayovalle9399]

I'm Dominican and I'm can't believe that's happened in my country we loved the foreigners in ours country im so really sorry

[@yeseniafernandez1437]

You are in a very dangerous area of DR im sorry you chose this place because there are some amazing experiences in other areas of DR that area is not safe its bullcrap you will get robbed...you got robbed for the flag patch too no more than 50 pesos...sheesh!!! You can take art they wrap it for u remove it off the canvas. Yes thats El Conde restaurant its good I been there...im so mad they keep scamming you...sancocho 😂 it's a signature dish

[@thewhitedevilfromthebible5899]

No area in the dumbinacan is safe . Stop lying and trying to save face .

[@skitledrome]

Bro, try at all cost to come to the DR with a companion native to the island, because some people they will just see that you are a foreign and they will scam the hell out of you. Btw please dont let this experience dictate what you think about dominican people in general. Also, yeah you were scammed easily but this is how they get advantage of you, by invading your space and telling you about their personal struggles that are most probably lies to get you on their game. Still you kept on going and thats what matters in the end. Now you know that next time something similar happens you just gotta hit these scammers with a big NO on their faces, and they will let you alone.

[@donnietaveras1990]

The thing you ate in the sancocho was yuca. And it is a type of root. Also, the guys at the colmado were saying they don’t do business with those guys. They probably knew what he was up to. Like you said, in that kind of situation just walk away. It’s like at the mall when vendors try and stop you to sell you perfume. Just say no thank you.

[@claritzagartan7357]

I always go to DR and none of those things happen to me because i do not say yes to things i don't understand and if i want to help someone i just give them the money if they don't want money and they tell me to go buy something for them i say nope and keep walking i don't didn't see you getting scammed why didn't you record when you got scammed inside the Pharmacy.

[@gasparole]

Did you call your credit card bank to cancel that 150 dlls purchase?

[@michaelkuhn6836]

What brand are your Black T shirt and the Polo ? They look like good Traveling Clothes.

[@ingopempe3317]

Did you have problems in DR without speaking Spanish?

[@realgzee2393]

Been there a couple times , got scammed as well but when I found out they live on 5dollars a day I comprehend why they scam tourist it's sad

[@ralphmalph8042]

5 dollars a day, plus what they steal from tourists.

[@thepassportlife]

I heard you could take a bus to Santo Domingo and then get another bus to Punta Cana.

[@tuba-spieler4480]

Dispute the charge with the bank. You've got 90 days with most banks and they all know about the scams

[@Just_Trudy]

It's so unfortunate that you had that experience, but more disappointing that you kept mentioning it over and over. I've never been to DR but still will go and will be "street smart" . Thanks for the content.