More questions on Sosua PLEEEEZ???

[Rocky]

Originally Posted by Tamborista

I think Marco is referring to the Leggs Pantyhose!

I couldn't find the brand you recommended, but if I do, I'll pick you up a few pairs, as requested.

[Tor]

I think this must be an old thing, or just regard a very limited amount of items.

[JRSYCOLL]

I guess everyone missed the cigar question.....can anyone recommend a good cigar....that's not too expensive. Also..I like the little cigars like cigarettes ...what are they called??

[gringito]

Don Guiilermo makes a wonderful local cigar in the DR. Also, I would put Arturo Fuentes' 858 up against almost any cigar. It is a great smoke and very reasonably priced.

[rellosk]

Originally Posted by JRSYCOLL

Also..I like the little cigars like cigarettes ...what are they called??

I think in the US they're called cigarillos. I don't know what they'd call them in the DR, since cigarillo is the Spanish word for cigarette.

If you are looking for a small, very inexpensive (about 8RD), good quality (I won't comment on the taste) cigarillo type, try Principe.

[Nomad]

Originally Posted by JRSYCOLL

I was going to ask this question of the people that answered my other questions, but didn't know if a whole new subject was "proper procedure". So here is yet another thread........
1) I have read all the posts on cigars..and my husband would like to purchase some. The last time we purchased them at the Amber Museum in Puerto Plata..and from what I have read..it looks like we were really overcharged. So if you can tell me the name of the supermarket in Sosua that was recommended, ( and if it's still there, as it was an older post). Also the name of the better cigar?? Do they also have the tiny little ones?? ( cigarette size) Those I like!!!!
2) And how about a good reputable jeweler?? I had purchased from the store in Puerto Plata connected to the Amber museum and was pleased w/ my purchase, but if we'll be in Sosua for the day, I would like to give the proprieters there my business. I read there is a Harrison's, but I got TOTALLY ripped off by a Harrison's in St. Thomas and am leery of the whole outfit.
3) My third and final question...I am looking at the map of Sosua that I downloaded..just curious...if we plan on the market for cigars..the beach..Rocky's..jewelry..pharmacy.. yadda yadda Is it all walking distance??? The map is so deceiving..it looks like Rocky's is miles away from say....Waterfront restaurant for instance???? Just trying to get an feel for the area....
Again.......thanks to everyone for their wonderful suggestions. I apologize if my questions have been repeated..but I looked in the archives and things seem to change places a lot there, so I figured I'd better check 1st.
I can't wait to maybe meet some of you.....

Easy ones first.

Everything in Sosua is within a short walking distance.

Harrisons has pretty things for very pretty prices.

Better prices in Puerto Plata. I kinda think I know what store you used in PP. Good store.

Do not buy cigars in Sosua. Usually they do not have a humidifier and the cigars are dry. Especially on the beach in Sosua. There are people who go to Sam's Grill and Bar in PP who sell very good cigars. Ask the bartender. Plus the have great food cheap. Located just down from the central park area (Near Casa Nelson). They also have people who design custom jewelery with amber etc... You cannot go wrong meeting friends at Sam's.

I can send you a map of PP to get to Sam's if you need it. Or leave Casa Nelson's (the PP answer to Walmart, decent stuff inexpensive) turn right. At the end of the park (Central Park)turn left. First right. It has a Red facing to the famous Sam's Bar & Grill. Will be on the left side.

I will call my brother in the morning and ask where he buys his cigars. He buys very good ones. I just smoke cigarettes. Sorry. Then post it here. There is only one "Super Market" in Sosua. Super Mercado "Playero". I but groceries there also.

Seriously, If you want good fresh cigars or honest prices on jewelery I would recommend Puerto Plata and use the people on this group to help you.

Nomad

[Nomad]

Originally Posted by JRSYCOLL

Thanks...(that was quick!!) And I full well plan on using Rocky's as a focal point. Is the Playero Supermarket still there?? I see (2) listed..what's the difference?? I can't believe Rocky's is 5 minutes from Waterfront!!! On this map it looks MILES away!!!...Hmmnnn..I better not hit Rocky's 1st, or my husband may "suddenly" develop a knee injury or something, and I'll have to shop alone. Better to bring pesos?? USD?? I try not to use credit cards...
(28) days..not that I'm counting....

There is a smaller Playero market on Pedro Clisante. The prices are a little higher. Most go to the big Playero. Larger and better selection. Prices are a little lower.


Nomad

[Nomad]

Originally Posted by rellosk

I think in the US they're called cigarillos. I don't know what they'd call them in the DR, since cigarillo is the Spanish word for cigarette.

If you are looking for a small, very inexpensive (about 8RD), good quality (I won't comment on the taste) cigarillo type, try Principe.

Cigarillos is used in the DR also. If you do not speak fluent spanish then use hand language. You are the customer and they want to sell something. It will work out. Just smile alot. Smiling works.

Nomad

[JRSYCOLL]

Hey everybody,
Once again ..thanks for all the help. I will take advantage of all your wonderful suggestions. 23 days n counting.....

[FloridaHick]

Originally Posted by Tamborista

DO NOT buy Pesos in the US.
Change your USD into RD Pesos in Sosua, the rate is somewhere between 32.30 and 32.60 if i had to guess today!

Also I only change about $100us at a time. I find if I have a large amount of Pesos I spend my money much faster. If I have to go to the safe and get $100 and walk to the change house (cambio?) It puts the breaks on my spending of the 'Monopoly Money".
(that is not an insult to the Peso it just looks so different ant the value has changes so much in the last few years. I have no feel for the worth of it so I spend fast.)