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Originally Posted by DrChrisHE
I think you are right. I've notice that even the hawkers of the DR tourist stuff have stopped asking me if I want to buy anything--even in areas where I don't frequent much here. It could be the tan (although I'm not very tan) or a certain 'look' we give them. Then again, it could be that after 2 years in the DR sun, all my clothing is as faded as the locals!
I'd hate to "jinx" myself but we use our debit card all the time (with normal precautions). My BIGGEST problem so far has been our card companies having a tizzy over the charges in the DR and then issue a STOP on all action down here because they think the card is stolen. They now have little notes in their files, but I still have a daily limit in place for safety.
We've mentioned this before, but one always needs to get and check receipts. This includes ATMS--before you leave the terminal count your money and look at your receipt. Dh has had two times when he's been shorted. Our bank took care of it, but it IS a pain.
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Right on! Even if you are white and blonde (like many dominicans), if you look like you know where you are going then you will pass as a resident. Tourists on vacation tend to walk around with their heads in the air taking everything in. The sandals, shorts and flower print also don't help though ; )