Tips to save your life while in Dominican Republic!!!

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  • @MSG00007
    @MSG00007 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I have been traveling to the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 since the year 2000. I can tell you one thing for sure. Do not open your mouth when you are in a taxi with a Dominican friend of yours. It’s best to let the Dominican talk. Even if you speak fluent Spanish as I do. Let the Dominican talk! The moment you open your American mouth they will here your accent and the price will be raised. Guaranteed.

  • @monarene44
    @monarene44 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I lived in the DR for 18 months. It was a bit "duro" in some respects, but if I hadn't broken my ankle, I was planning on not leaving. I loved the music, the people, the climate, the food. Pan de agua and jugo de chinola every morning from the colmado. It just doesn't get any better.

    • @bfore1003
      @bfore1003 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks. 💓❤

    • @aminabellalvaradoaguero9190
      @aminabellalvaradoaguero9190 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope you get back soon Mona,am a 29 dominican raised abroad and planning on coming back with my Italian girlfriend who feels more dominicanan than I LoL. Any tips??

    • @aleckranenka9579
      @aleckranenka9579 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know that in Canada people of pre-retirement age can only leave the country for 6 month. If you don't return to Canada after 6 month, you will not receive a pension.

  • @bryonhenry7489
    @bryonhenry7489 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And the most beautiful skin I’ve ever seen award goes to........ Nibby. OMG she’s glowing .

  • @newjersey-thesupertrucker
    @newjersey-thesupertrucker 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    facts i go to DR 2-3 times a year and im always in the campo and the ghettos and i have never had any problems with anyone ever

    • @stilluminati9716
      @stilluminati9716 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yess campo and barrios are the chillest bro is slept at my girlfriends place in a campo it was nice!

  • @johnkanzaworld6857
    @johnkanzaworld6857 7 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    they charged me 2300 pesos for food in Boca chica cos they head me speaking english,until my dominican friend came,ended paying 1000 pesos.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      what! smh what did i say about that english man tighten up

    • @madtical777
      @madtical777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      oh god man i never go to boca chica !!! they got me really good. i fed me and my girlfriend at one of those beach side restaurants and the bill was supposed to be 1200 for both of us, and me and my dumb ass, i was giving the kids a dollar, and not knowing the restaurant may have been watching me. i refused all the beggars and people trying to sell me stuff, but i had a soft spot for the kids and when that restaurant was done with me , my bill was 3600 pesos ! telling me they charged me extra for the weight of the fish. thats was 2010, i been to DR 17 times more after, and i never went back to boca chica, they only got me that bad once, never again ...

    • @neil9231
      @neil9231 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Boca chica is SCAM capital Never go there!!

    • @robertcuevas3602
      @robertcuevas3602 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Neil don’t come here

  • @jeromefrancis2513
    @jeromefrancis2513 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've never had a problem in the DR it helps when you have a good amigo that lives there, tbh every where you go the ppl of the country know your not from the place that's a fact. Put it this way if your looking for trouble, trouble has a way of finding you. Just blend in with the crowed and everything will be fine. There's scammers hustlers world wide no need to be scared ppl we all get ripped off in life and that's factually but we learn from it n move on.

    • @saintongepierreyves3853
      @saintongepierreyves3853 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve been charged 1000 pesos for some rings! And the joke is I’m Haitian but I don’t speak Spanish and i speak English with an American accent even tho I’ve ever get to the America !

    • @saintongepierreyves3853
      @saintongepierreyves3853 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now I speak Spanish lol! With a Dominican accent ! They won’t see me coming! Los malditos 😹

  • @laviesalvaje8467
    @laviesalvaje8467 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is so true lol even though I haven't been there, a lot of the things that you have shared, my Dominican friends have told me about. Thank you for posting this video! Lol I will continue stalking your TH-cam channel 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maria Lynai 😂 good

    • @fatthobed9523
      @fatthobed9523 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Iamomolara hello nibby how re diong im willi to come

  • @patriciaR004
    @patriciaR004 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Best thing is to travel with a Dominican person that knows, cause I'm Dominican but I was raised in Boston and them mofos out there can tell who the Dominican travelers are los (viajeros) so whenever I go out I always go with a cousin or an aunt cause they'll smell the greens right out of you.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      so true lol. Its worth a try. the longer you talk the more chances you have to be found out. keep it short and sweet.

    • @naijakehinde9117
      @naijakehinde9117 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nibby Speaks. Who wants to go someplace where you are not comfortable. Sounds like stress instead of fun. When i move to London. I had fun. Just had to get use to the money.

    • @That_NJ_guy
      @That_NJ_guy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PattyCakes I'm from NJ. My family is from DR but I'm American. It is always better to travel with a Dominican you know. Also trying to act Dominican always helps (like speaking Dominican spanish, dressing like a Dominican and acting like Dominican).

    • @DomLecTro
      @DomLecTro 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yo fax, I was in my neighborhood and I was walking some kid said "he from nyc cuz the way he walks", I was like wtf , and I was just walking regular

    • @Raq457
      @Raq457 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      PattyCakes lol he’ll yeah

  • @Esther-ss7gi
    @Esther-ss7gi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just found your channel ....and I LOVE IT...... Just got subbed 🇩🇴🇩🇴😁 keep up your good work😘

  • @HH-mc8lg
    @HH-mc8lg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    my wife is dominican and lives in santo domingo....the ppl there know right away that your a foreigner before you even speak.. alot of ppl in d.r know how americans are and their style. for instance on a hot afternoon american tourists would be wearing shorts, sandles, t-shirts signs ithat indicate they are foreigners whereas the locals wear jeans, dress shirts, polos, shirts, hoodies because they are accustomed to the heat..then when you speak ppl will know where you are from originally from whether it is from the smaller towns, other spanish speaking countries or western "gringo" countries. Im colombian and ppl know withing the first 10 words that I am colombian.... ALSO IN THE CAPITAL THERE IS ALOT OF CRIME SO BE VIGILANT!!!

  • @smyti09
    @smyti09 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    LOL this is soooo true!!! i was there for 7 months and all of what she says is on point!! they also say 'que lo que' (KLK if texting) instead of 'que paso'.. good video!!

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes girl. texting with younger guys will be based on phonetics its insane

    • @diegodelamota1199
      @diegodelamota1199 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      “Dime a ver” is used the same way as klk.

    • @fatthobed9523
      @fatthobed9523 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      are u visit this land

  • @reddevilparatrooper
    @reddevilparatrooper 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Learn to speak Spanish very well and understand the culture first in their country. Be firm, and courteous to everybody. Latin dominated cultures are pretty much the same from Mexico, Caribbean, Central America, and South America. Firmness is the attitude that they understand. Do not bullshit these people because they know it when it comes their way. Be genuine as a person and it goes a long way. Never interfere with their culture if it will save your own life by shutting the fuck up and keeping out of their business. I have learned this by going on summer trips to the Philippines with my parents because I was born there and know the culture first hand. The Philippines is a Hispanicized country. The traditions and cultures of Hispanic societies are the same from over 500 years plus of Spanish rule and culture to include all present countries once ruled by the Spanish Empire. I dated a woman from the DR in Panama back when I was stationed there as a soldier. The most refined woman of Spanish culture and very lady like. Very amazing indeed. Maritza is a very beautiful woman in looks and as a woman.Too bad she had to go back to her family to take care of them. I never saw her again after saying good bye to her. I looked for her on Facebook and never found her. May she have a good life and the best.

  • @Reallife3D4K
    @Reallife3D4K 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    If yu not from there .. is nothing yu can do to avoid getting the price raised ! Even the higher price is still cheaper then the states

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      After two years Of living here I can say now that this is a fact. BUT there are levels. If you show that you have been here or have some experience it could be the difference between being charged double or quadruple lol!!! Thanks for watching

  • @WhitneyChakara
    @WhitneyChakara 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have yet to go to any Spanish speaking countries. I find these videos very helpful for traveling to anywhere in the world. You never want to look green, give info to strangers flaunt anything worth money or carry valuable items.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whitney Chakara sounds like you're ready to get going then. 😊

  • @LinguistAmbie
    @LinguistAmbie 8 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    lip pointing is done in P.rico too jaja good video chica❤❤❤

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ambie Gonzalez TV thanks girlllll 💋💋💋💋💋

    • @macman9689
      @macman9689 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      lip pointing in DR too!, yeah I like that

    • @92rreyes
      @92rreyes 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ambie Gonzalez TV en Central America too

    • @REDSUPREMETV1
      @REDSUPREMETV1 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ambie Gonzalez TV im talking you on a date

    • @rebeccagutierrez1401
      @rebeccagutierrez1401 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, we lip point in Puerto Rico

  • @biggwillnyc4047
    @biggwillnyc4047 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Nibby. I visited the D.R. in July. I had a great time. I'm going back soon too. Thanks for your very informative videos. I'm learning Spanish now. I downloaded Rosetta stone . So I hope to some day walk around like a local lol. Take care.

    • @bfore1003
      @bfore1003 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for visiting. ❤ You should try Mamajuana and "Dulce de leche" if you haven't next time you come. 😊🙂👋

    • @biggwillnyc4047
      @biggwillnyc4047 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bfore1003 , ok, I'm going back in a couple months.

    • @fatthobed9523
      @fatthobed9523 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bfore1003 Where is the best place here

  • @ghotrapali3307
    @ghotrapali3307 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love Dominique republic this country girl is like magnetic I am from paris france and like that country

  • @CC-px4ch
    @CC-px4ch 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much. Im moving to DR on Feb 3 and ur tips rock! Im glad I found ur video!

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      cool i hope they help a ton

  • @brucestro18
    @brucestro18 8 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I visited the D.R. back in Sept. 2011. I ended up staying in Juan Dolio instead of Santo Domingo due to hotel rate I wanted gettting sold out. I was at the "Plaza Real Resort'' for two weeks. I checked my surroundings, as well as co operated w/local Policias when getting checked prior to heading to beach. I had a pimp try to hook me up w/a prostitute but I said no due to not having any more dineros. Also I didn't think it was safe where he wanted to take me. The only thing bad happened was when I got cheated out of $20 usd for a 5 min. massage. Other than that I still had a good time,ppl was friendly. I definitely plan to revisit again but in other parts. Maybe will relocate there in the future.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      sounds like an adventure for sure lol. wow

    • @edgarcousar7616
      @edgarcousar7616 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      brucestro18 😕

    • @bfore1003
      @bfore1003 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are welcome here. Bienvenido! 💙💚
      😊🙂

  • @Aniquabeauty
    @Aniquabeauty 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    She does it again! Muchas gracias porque yo quiero viajar a DR y Central America

  • @karlkirven8174
    @karlkirven8174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nibby about that lip direction thing babygirl that’s telling American guys you want a kiss 😘 LOL ......

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      haha!!! I know right.

  • @salmeri2
    @salmeri2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m white as hell so it wouldn’t matter if I didn’t speak English. Anyone would know my ass ain’t from there.

  • @michaelchristophergutierre7244
    @michaelchristophergutierre7244 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Filipinos also point with thiet lips. As far a sound making that could be class based. I hang out with many professional Dominicans and they don't seem to have those traits. As far as prices, if you go to a established resturaunt prices are posted and fixed. But check your bill always! My Dominican wife don't play!
    Watch for the taxi drivers they will try to upcharge you and they will even do that to other Dominicans . I saw my wife argue with a taxi driver and trust me you don't want argue with a dominican woman lol.
    But honestly, if you have good Dominican friends they will watch out for you. As an American it was very easy to make friends. I have friends at the top law firm, Arizza Guzzman, Judges, police Luitenants and all it takes is one phone call to straighten things out if things get shady. Class system is big in the country.
    Make friend with the right people and your good to go. And show people respect. Trust but verify everything just like you would any were else. Gr8 video.

  • @SndBarrera
    @SndBarrera 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's like being at back at home except the window is on the right side of the wall lol Same paint, same closet doors.

  • @W3sify
    @W3sify 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    1. Learn dominican - spanish. No one says como esta ? Como tu’ta. Tu’ta guapo. Acostao. Etc.
    2. It ain’t the United States Living there
    3. Dont flag down any cab in street get at hotel. Or. Una persona de confianza

    • @anas.caminero5794
      @anas.caminero5794 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MEDICAL CONSULTANTS INC. Eso se llama apocopar.. Tambien, Ta to'... ( It is ready) KLK, (saludar...) 😀 I am Dominican, I but live in USA.

    • @WashingtonSAFC
      @WashingtonSAFC 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is Que tal never used?

  • @BlacPhoenix
    @BlacPhoenix 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    lollll girl point with their lips. I love it these are amazing tips.

    • @eddenoy321
      @eddenoy321 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Blac Phoenix I always thought that pointing with the lips meant like, " let's go in that nearby building and I will blow you for a price ".

  • @tripods66
    @tripods66 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I speak fluent German, Spanish, English, but there is only one language I would speak with you. Fantastic beauty and brains.

  • @CreateYourBestVersion
    @CreateYourBestVersion 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    are you living in the DR? Your hair is so pretty!!

  • @billsmith510
    @billsmith510 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like wearing my bright colored guayabera shirts. Will this help me seem like i fit in like i did in Cuba. My inability to speak with a Cubano accent was the only thing that blew my cover lol

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't you hate when the cover is blown? The worst.

  • @eddyvideostar
    @eddyvideostar 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Please change the video's title: This makes me feel as if soon as I deplane -- my life is in danger and a cause for panic.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lmao!!! It can be that serious though I want you to be prepared!

    • @iohannsepulveda7605
      @iohannsepulveda7605 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed the title may be a bit exaggerated 😅 but ok, it gets you to watch the video 👍🏼. Best tip is blend in, chill and have fun, here and everywhere else!!

    • @buchua015
      @buchua015 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is that serious. I’m Dominican myself. People are hungry for money over there. I came from DR to US when I was about 12 when I came back my Spanish was different from relating with Hispanics from other countries here and they raised the prices on me all the time. Because my Spanish didn’t sound 100% Dominican. Also you can get robbed. Easily.

  • @dentonwashington7174
    @dentonwashington7174 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife points with her lips. Didn't really realize this until just now when I watched this video. I look at her like she's crazy but now I understand. Thanks Nibby

  • @jeanyongbleek829
    @jeanyongbleek829 7 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    why afro latina are so gorgeous? someone please answer me

    • @uchihasasuke3973
      @uchihasasuke3973 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Jean Yong Bleek. Well they tend to be more natural than African American women and they don't eat as much fast food as black American women so they usually have better bodies.

    • @Slites195
      @Slites195 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Atir X @I agree with you. That is some bull crap he had just said out your mouth.

    • @JonanParedes
      @JonanParedes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's because they are happier and smile more. It's not just them. I think everyone who smiles more and presents a happier demeanour looks more beautiful. There just seems to be a higher concentration of happiness In Latin countries.

    • @GreenBanana675
      @GreenBanana675 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jean Yong Bleek because they don't have to deal with what America has betrayed them to be like.

    • @youtubelover5112
      @youtubelover5112 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Uchiha Sasuke hey stop with that stereotypical bullshit.

  • @Chrissypisces
    @Chrissypisces 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Love your hair and makeup! Beauty ♥️♥️

  • @tokyojapan6734
    @tokyojapan6734 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I think this should apply whenever you travel.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks for watching. For sure.

  • @ChrisDogan
    @ChrisDogan 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I know you didn't have any problems! Many of the brothers come here without Spanish which makes them targets. So true about the lip point lmao
    "oye dame esa vaina"
    k vaina?
    *lip point*
    ah ok
    😂

  • @darrenjoness2397
    @darrenjoness2397 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very smart advice.Extremely sensible

  • @tylerjones1980
    @tylerjones1980 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😂😂don't you break! Let's get into this look though👏🏾look

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was young and fun lol. WE should have met back then !

  • @LinguistAmbie
    @LinguistAmbie 8 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    lmao... better start doing sign language 😂😂😂

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ambie Gonzalez TV girl it's to real in these streets especially when you live here. Word travels fast and these people talk all day long

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ambie Gonzalez TV *too

    • @eddenoy321
      @eddenoy321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What is a Nubian Goddess like yourself even doing in such a shithole ?

  • @aleo1445
    @aleo1445 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    If a Dominican woman scammed me out of thousands of dollars making me promises of marriage and other things, then takes my money and quits everything, is there anything I can do? Police? Government? Court?

  • @monticella
    @monticella 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whitey here. So I just tried the directional lip thing in the mirror.Not working! I'm not waiting for any waitress either. I know what I want and it's not on the menu. As soon as I get out of the taxi, I'm asking for a 5'8" 135 lb. beauty. Just like you girl.

  • @fedor440
    @fedor440 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just curious, what brought you to DR? And thanks for the tips!

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      fedor440 threw a dart on a map

  • @theexodusofmapatroftmamaam5196
    @theexodusofmapatroftmamaam5196 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pointing with your lips is a Caribbean thang yes! :-)

  • @JessicaJasinski
    @JessicaJasinski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl your a trip. I love this video. Im planning on a BBL soon and I may have to travel alone because I dont think my man can travel in the summer due to his job. I could really use him because he speaks spanish

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well if you are in Santo Domingo and want to reserve one of my rooms I could help you out post op. Thanks for watchinggg :)

    • @JessicaJasinski
      @JessicaJasinski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nibby Speaks seriously, Im going to keep that in mind. What would it cost to stay in one of your rooms for 10 - 14 days. That's how long I would need

    • @JessicaJasinski
      @JessicaJasinski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nibby Speaks since you live in the D.R. Do you have any opinions on good safe Dr's. Im checking out, Dr. Malloll, Dr. Medina, and Dr. Walk Iris Robles. Im just curious if you know anything about tourism surgery.

  • @StickNclutch
    @StickNclutch 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Eehhh..... no se.....entonces...se me fue...spot on!!!! Are you still down there if so what are you're least favorite and best things about the island?

  • @richardpoplis6777
    @richardpoplis6777 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nibby do you teach spanish... you speak English so well... ???

  • @wealthycartel
    @wealthycartel 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    okay but where did you get your hair braided while in DR? also how screwed am I if I'm moving there for a year and have lost most of my spanish lol

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You will regain it back for sure. I have haitian hair braiders who come to my house

    • @wealthycartel
      @wealthycartel 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Iamomolara wow, is it easy to find people who will braid hair. For example in Santo Domingo

    • @bfore1003
      @bfore1003 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wealthycartel
      Just ask around... You'll end up finding someone. Or you can always go to a hair salon.

  • @brucemartin1663
    @brucemartin1663 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, do you currently live in the DR? If so what area? I go every year for a month or two usually when its winter time in yhe US. It would be nice meeting up

  • @4687878
    @4687878 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    In Chicago, in the 70's,.my P.R. friends used to point with their lips when we were in highschool,..and i thought it was a little different,.because Black folks don't do that,..but it just another cool thing about them, to me !!

  • @aminabellalvaradoaguero9190
    @aminabellalvaradoaguero9190 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video!!
    I am a 29 dominican raised abroad and planning on coming back with my Italian girlfriend who feels more dominicanan than I LoL. Any tips??

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have funnnnn. Just enjoy the process.

  • @travelsquadd
    @travelsquadd 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    nice video...I was there last month...you are correct...do not speak English,at all costs and blend in.i learned to always wear sunshades,to avoid eye contact...lol..and say,"no"(not maybe or next time,because they will stalk/watch you everyday...lol..they don't forget)..I wanted to add UBER Works in santo Domingo...I got raped 3 days by the hotel and their taxis,before I tried uber

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      jay ster lmao wowwww. Thats so funny.

    • @travelsquadd
      @travelsquadd 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nibby 99 .I traveled to alot of countries,but the hustle game in D.R. is serious..FACTS.lol...it's street smarts 101...I'm from savannah,the hustle game in GA (especially The A),is crazy too...kuddos,to you...live life and enjoy,be safe...

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      jay ster yesssss these people try to finess you out of every dimeeeee. It's crazy Fr it's not for the week or the sheltered

    • @travelsquadd
      @travelsquadd 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nibby 99 ...the sheltered go to P.cana /resorts or p.rico...lol...I went straight to santo domingo ....I would like to ask what agency you used?I plan staying 3 months next time and I refuse to pay those George Washington Ave. prices.....nice videos....subscribed

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lmao yea only the seasoned should come to santo domingo haha.I didnt use an agency my guy i just booked a flight and winged it.

  • @KatherinePion
    @KatherinePion 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It all depends on where you're living.. you're scaring people out... you do have to be smart especially when you're at a place you don't know but don't be too scared either because people can tell and that could get you into trouble easier than if you just enjoy it. I'm Dominican but I grew up in the States and I know something for sure. In DR, if you seem from somewhere else, they'll treat you like heaven and for the same reason you could be in danger. But only because you're in the streets. And yes, you could get charged more at the stores but, other than that foreigners are treated even better than citizens in DR quite often. You just have to get you some friends, socialice a bit because people are very nice and open... and trust me that person will tell you everything you need to know and you'll be just fine. Just make sure it is not a street boy, lol!

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the comment :)

    • @brandonsm6023
      @brandonsm6023 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Katherine Pion Matias. Read the Dominican news paper lot's of tourist get killed. People in motorcycle steal phones of people driving and recording. I think she's doing a great job and possibly saving life's. I went a couple of years ago and i never let my guard down.

  • @vevomaxx5779
    @vevomaxx5779 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm going to DR for 2 weeks. Should I stay downtown or sousua?

  • @GUITARTIME2024
    @GUITARTIME2024 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a white dude, they will know I'm from a rich country.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can still have a great time for sure!

    • @That_NJ_guy
      @That_NJ_guy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      raleighman3000 there are white Dominicans but your Spanish (Dominican Spanish) has to be on point.

    • @diegodelamota1199
      @diegodelamota1199 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m very white and dominican. But I have a thick capitaleño accent, that way I stay outta scams.

    • @suecute8201
      @suecute8201 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dominicans in many part ofthe south are white.

  • @redpilldookie8320
    @redpilldookie8320 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your knowledge of the linguistics and culture is just beautiful as you are. I wish I could meet a girl like you someday.

    • @fatthobed9523
      @fatthobed9523 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello are u living there

  • @enochlee3055
    @enochlee3055 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes i always tell them am a garbage collector 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @anferneefelix5201
    @anferneefelix5201 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm Dominican but i mostly speak English and i have a accent when i speak spanish and i plan to go back to RD soon xD Thanks for the tips :))

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anfernee Felix have fun

  • @alexjames471
    @alexjames471 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I been to dr so many times and nothing bad has never happen to me. I have been to the worse place where there is alot of violence and nothing happen . She probably had a bad experience. Tourist please dont listen to this hater

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I haven't had one. I make sure to prevent that.

    • @eddeewhat5553
      @eddeewhat5553 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alex James do I speak Spanish????

  • @robertn31
    @robertn31 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video. Our family in New York. My brother needed this. Hes a black american engaged to a DR woman currently in DR. Hes visiting soon. Just pm'd him this.

  • @Raq457
    @Raq457 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Girl you’re to funny lol don’t look to green 😂 facts about leaving your personal belongings. Just take your Dominican phone lol boy I love DR if you never been there you’re gonna have the best time of your life. Safe travels

  • @nathaliearnorosario8234
    @nathaliearnorosario8234 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol I’m from DR. Is so funny your tips but you are right Dominicans have more discounts.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      amazing deals lol

  • @KevinP32270
    @KevinP32270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    you just described how to behave in most cities in AMERICA LOLOL.

  • @lovelylynn5257
    @lovelylynn5257 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    interesting video, being Puerto Rican when I go to my Island to visit I just fit in!

  • @psalmist4god
    @psalmist4god 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    concerning about prices,it happened to me here in america when i to a dominican restaurant in the bronx & i ordered some food.i notice the guy(hispanic) who bought the food before me paid less then i did & it was the same order😰. i questioned them & embarrassed them & never went back

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      psalmist4god whoa that is unacceptable. I would be so upset with that.

    • @lanaebrittney
      @lanaebrittney 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've had similar experiences in NY. Nail shops in the Bronx specifically Dykman they were so rude and tried to tell me they were closing but took another Dominican girl that came after me, also my friends and I went to an after hours kind of exclusive spot and one of our friends were running late ( she's Dominican) they wouldn't let us in until she go there. smh

  • @jaydee427
    @jaydee427 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    She forgot to mention, avoid the police at night. They will literally escort you to the ATM for some shake down cash.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol yea avoid them in the daytime too. You must have a few pesos handy for the shake down

  • @mervynmontague1811
    @mervynmontague1811 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting and informative 🇯🇲
    Thanks

  • @alvinpurple6259
    @alvinpurple6259 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello dear, Can i ask you how you rate your looks compared to the other Dominican Republic girls?
    i think your a stunner!

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      they range from 0-10. there are many beautiful women and many different varieties

  • @BoydJones
    @BoydJones 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tips! Thank you. When I was in China, I would wait until a local bought a good or services (in Chinese) with a local vendor at a local price and THEN (and only then) would I insist (in Chinese) for the same good at that local price!
    Also, you are right -- no harm in fibbing for protection. Sometimes I would claim not to be American. Actually, you can have fun making up stories for each new encounter with someone nosey ("I'm a German executive working for Benz." or "I'm a Canadian missionary - do you believe in Jesus?").

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      absolutely. Get creative lol

  • @lilianas400
    @lilianas400 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me encantó este video mamii..I'm planning on doing some work in RD for a few months after I graduate. Y aunque soy dominicana, naci aqui en EEUU, so tengo que estar preparada por todo lo que viene aya. Thank you mamii for putting this up :-*.Bendiciones

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks honey bun

  • @Tizoc85
    @Tizoc85 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This sounds a bit similar to Mexico. My fiancee and I are thinking about spending part of our honeymoon there. I speak Spanish natively but she is of Danish and English (Cornish) descent super white, blond and has blue eyes. I get that I will be doing most of the talking but do I say she is from Russia or something?

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      since one of you speaks spanish fluently you guys will be fine

  • @muzungu9625
    @muzungu9625 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you explain about jacking up prices once they know you only speak English. I guess that happens only in low end places, they cant do that in supermarkets and mid to high level restaurants where prices are fixed unless they have menus for gringos.
    Maybe you are talking about taxis but uber fixes that problem in SD.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      David B yea this goes for less established places and taxi drivers. Any expensive place you don't have to worry about it

  • @TeamFameurself
    @TeamFameurself 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Plan on hitting the Dominican Tree House Village with my wife in 2017. Wondering if you heard anything about it good or bad. Let me know.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jason D Tyler whattttt? that sounds super fun ill look into it. Ive never been .

    • @TeamFameurself
      @TeamFameurself 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good looking out. I've been trying to get this Spanish down since I work with a guy who speaks Mexican Spanish and another who speaks Dominican Spanish. I hope to be well off enough off to know something but if I don't...... I'll take your advice and will "use some sign language or something" LMBO. Hit me on Facebook sometime.

  • @mikenolan4703
    @mikenolan4703 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    El punto de ir con el flow dominicano era muy bien y tambien me gustó que dijiste que uno no puede parecer miedoso.

  • @barnabyjara4751
    @barnabyjara4751 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl. No matter how good your spanish, your accent will give you away. Get a DR friend to do the talking and avoid gringo prices.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      thats the best method!

  • @SarbjitSingh-oy5ej
    @SarbjitSingh-oy5ej 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I.love. dominican.people.

  • @Fatelvis2
    @Fatelvis2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    how long was that taxi ride that they wanted $100

  • @KevinP32270
    @KevinP32270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    how about i just hire YOU to be my personal tour guide and i can just be quiet and you do all the talking?

  • @enochlee3055
    @enochlee3055 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I speak Spanish fluent so i need not to fear 😌

  • @saraavocados2713
    @saraavocados2713 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Basically we Dominicans talk wit attitude 😂😂

  • @hotaugust0607
    @hotaugust0607 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    lord that was funny as hell! sign language tho! 😂😂😂 shydd I'll be on google translate like a mf 😂😂😂

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      yea find a girlfriend fast

  • @stephenleslie3901
    @stephenleslie3901 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Too much trouble, if I wanna get ripped off I could just go to Chicago.

  • @darrenharris1320
    @darrenharris1320 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man oh man oh man this sister is gorgeous she look like what the real Cleopatra probably looked like. Look at bone structure and sexy hair.

    • @bfore1003
      @bfore1003 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cleopatra was actually ugly, you know that, right? 😂

  • @jessiecharlene240
    @jessiecharlene240 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Nibby !!! I Need to meet you! I am currently in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and I will be here for the next two months! Is there any way that we can meet up just to talk?

  • @FlashManinSpace
    @FlashManinSpace 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl you are fiiiiinnneeeeee😍

  • @loreanndiceñadaparagloriadDios
    @loreanndiceñadaparagloriadDios 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dominican people is very kind

  • @mahimaabm6286
    @mahimaabm6286 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am really a housekeeper and a recycling cleaner. This my job

  • @sub_zerotv3877
    @sub_zerotv3877 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    @nibby99 I'm going to Santo Domingo in march what part are you in?

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      east

    • @sub_zerotv3877
      @sub_zerotv3877 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nibby 99 ok cool do you have any guides in Santo Domingo who have to possibly connect with when I touch down there?

  • @A.J.314
    @A.J.314 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the situation with Dominicans and Haitians still big over there ?

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not from what ive seen, heard, or experienced.

    • @wolvesden7777
      @wolvesden7777 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      im so happy to hear that from someone from the US because Americans really think its some kind of war going on in the DR, of course there are racist people in the DR but then again, there are racist people everywhere.

  • @wolvesden7777
    @wolvesden7777 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    your spanish is very good now, in a year you'll be able to speak that street dominican slang lol

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I can't wait until that day

  • @brianrichards7006
    @brianrichards7006 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nibby.....not to nitpick too much but you may be using "Americans" as meaning citizens of the USA. Actually the citizens of the Dominican Republic are Americans also, just as the citizens of Panama, Brazil and Tierra del Fuego, etc.

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha okay cool. My mistake

  • @alfredopantaleon8154
    @alfredopantaleon8154 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    dr the best country to travel not doubt

  • @wandaandkiddos2400
    @wandaandkiddos2400 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very god advice for travel all over the Caribbean and probably other foreign places.

  • @azimuth.setting_2351
    @azimuth.setting_2351 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    you r just adorable!! nice video

  • @martisearmstrong462
    @martisearmstrong462 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    i would like to know more about your apartment and know more about prices of apartments for rent and the best areas to live and where to stay away from, please, if possible

    • @Iamomolara
      @Iamomolara  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Martise Armstrong okay I'm on it.

  • @jif8802
    @jif8802 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quite the cutie. Thanks for the tips.

  • @bingo8789
    @bingo8789 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    She said avoid all the drama, pay for the taxi up front. What drama tho? If I say I'm not paying no more than what you quoted me that's that.

  • @KevinP32270
    @KevinP32270 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREAT GRAVITY!!!!! you are beautiful!!!

  • @perpub
    @perpub 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're so beautiful that I subscribed to your channel because I want to see more of you. I hope that doesn't sound creepy.

  • @scale23city67
    @scale23city67 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shit I always wanted to go to the DR🇩🇴🇩🇴 but im afraid to go now I'm afraid that ass soon as I hit touch down they a kill my ass because I'm dark I don't want them to assume I'ma hatian and smoke me right there

  • @karlsheldon60
    @karlsheldon60 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an awesome speaker

  • @ckhid
    @ckhid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Somebody please remake what she did at 2:29 into a viral video.. Hilarious.
    To me DR is far less dangerous than the US. LOL In every aspect.

    • @REDSUPREMETV1
      @REDSUPREMETV1 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      1,999,999,999 views yeah but they dont have a lot of resources

    • @ckhid
      @ckhid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends what's resources to you. It's one of the most agriculturally diverse places to be.... Food, Gold, and housing equipment are all there. The country is actually ROBBED of it's resources by others. Check out 'Pueblo Viejo' and the gold being mined from DR. Just like Africa and all other countries that appear 'black' ..... just gets robbed blind of resources by Euro territories.

    • @REDSUPREMETV1
      @REDSUPREMETV1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      1,999,999,999 views the government has control over those things, the citizens are dirt poor