It burns me up inside that although I’m a native born Dominican who often times travels back home, when vendors somehow detect that I live outside the country, the prices significantly jumps, sometimes even doubles. I don’t really know how they are able to pick up on it but it gets frustrating and can’t stand it. I try really hard to hide it but I get caught every time as if I’m doing something wrong. This should not happen to me or anyone, much less having to prove my ancestry just to be treated fairly. We need to educate our people to stop with the dishonest short term predator mentality. It’s not about making a sale for one day it is creating a customer for life. They need to understand that a long term strategy is more important for a stable and secure economic future.
I think DR is such a contrasting mix of experiences... there are people who try to take advantage, then there are people who have so much less and yet will give you everything they have. Soy del Cibao, La Vega, so maybe it's somewhat different? But I've traveled all over the Caribbean, Central and South America and see the same type of situations play out over and over again. Good and bad people everywhere.
@@moonwsprsThe Cibaenos are a different breed. I’m from Santiago so I know what you mean I really have not encountered that type of behavior in that region of the country. It is more common in tourism areas, and as you get closer to the capital city of Santo Domingo. Nonetheless I totally agree with you.
You are 100 percent correct. Shortly after moving here, I quickly learned the prices of everything and many times you can always ask for lower price… fortunately I had a Dominican friend with me always in the early months…
another scam is when you order uber, if pay with your credit card, drivers will accept the ride then take a long time and wait for you to cancel. Always choose efectivo, just to be careful. drivers dont want to get paid through credit cards or bank accounts.
I was taking an Uber from boca chicha to Santo Domingo (Malecon). The cost was around $20 but the driver told me I had to pay him $30 in cash. I didn’t have $30 in cash so he refused to take me
Great advice, I almost got scammed when going to get document at a government office. Outside there are still shady persons (aka bucones) that will tell you that the line is very long inside and that for a fee they will get what ever document you need. Never trust these people, alway go in the offices and get your documents personally.
@@laislabella wrong I have been around the world, See list. Look it up the Info is on the Internet. Top countries with the most scammers. 1.Nigeria, 2.India, 3. South Africa, 4.Ghana, 5.Brazil 6.China, 7.Pakistan, 8.Romania , 9.Philippines,10.Russia 11.United States, 12.Ukraine,13.Indonesia, 14.Kenya, 15.Venezuela, 16.Argentina, 17. Colombia ,18.Dominican Rep 19.Uganda
Another scam which happens even in the upper scale nightclubs is the bartender/waiter claims that you give him a smaller bill when in fact you give him a large bill. In order to prevent this, always confirm when handing them a bill, I do not recommend handing them your credit card either and allowing them to take your CC out of your sight. Always have enough change, in one nightclub, the waiter did not want to return my change, I was not going to allow him to keep a 40% tip on top of all the other charges. "They would try you" 😂
I live in the U.S. Never been to the Dominican Republic, and today I got a fraudulent charge on my card from Hidraulica y Servicios Nuñez, SRL. Thankfully my bank notified me of the fraud activity and actions were immediately taken.
I got scammed by a walking tour guy in the ZC, but it was only for 1000 pesos. He needs it more than me. This was about 3 months ago. Never had a problem with Uber in Boca Chica or in San Isidro or Santo Domingo. But was scammed by a farmacia in Boca Chica when I let my credit card out of my sight. Never again, although I disputed the charge and it was reversed.
I gotten scammed one time in juan dolio Dominican Republic when you go to the beach you get charge a fee for parking and if you buy food they dont charge you fot the table, it turns out I got overcharged for a plate of food for 4 people plus the table after I was told they wouldn't charge me for it. Also on the menu the prices wont show, just the type of food available, if you don't ask first then be ready to get scammed. Please chek the bill too because sometime they add stuff you did not ordered or charge you more then what the menu shows.
🏃♂️🤑🇩🇴...😯... 👏Wow!... Scams galore everywhere!🌏 ...Love getting schooled on the current & prevalent Scams going on there! ... 😇From "random rooftops" to "random parking lots"... If "our girl Eli" keeps on her given trajectory, we'll soon be enjoying an episode at this fellow's hangout!😈🔥...😉 🤷♂️👓¿Maybe you've worn those pair of glasses before; or maybe not, but those look VERY nice on you! On this episode, you're very much more animated! (or it SEEMS like it...).💫🔌⚡👁🤓 In parentheses...(🤩👏@1:24 & a couple of other spots, thks for doing that "eyebrow thing")!😊 ...😯and even "the neck thing" too!😅👏👍💖 🙏🎬🤞Since u posted this video & made it to the supermarket, we're all pleased no one ran into you or injured by moving vehicles as u took us to Scam School!👍💖 🙊🤳😳Wow, that blurred out video scam footage seemed to have been "the Real Mccoy"!... 🤔Eli, are there Scams which might seek to specifically be targeted to take scam female victims??♀️☯️♂️ Taxi vs Uber situation & territory competition, customers caught up in the middle & resulting friction as u displayed in this episode is like a pot boiling over situation! 🍽💳Meals & Credit Cards tricks, etc.... ⚠️Thks for info & knowledge; however, Scams continually evolve & become more & more sophisticated... 🙎♂️unfortunately, things & economies go up & down... and likewise, so do the scammers!... 🥂They want to "join the Party" too!🌺 💸
I can't think of any scams directed towards females specifically; but many females are more vulnerable in terms of physical security and are often victims of crimes done by their sentimental partners, unfortunately. Thanks for watching Randy!
Boca Chica is the worst place to dine out… always ask for the cost of the alcohol and beer, and keep the menu with the prices until your check arrives…
The Uber one...😡 When I order an Uber from the airport. they would message me that they would only pick me up if I had cash. So I would get charged via my c.c and cash if not, they would wait 15 min and claim I was never at the location and I'll still get charged ( a small fee)
Es triste cómo estamos perdiendo el turismo en nuestro país, ya que en el mundo entero se sabe de todos estos scams y que todos te quieren sacar dinero. Me da tanta pena, porqué soy Dominicana
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It burns me up inside that although I’m a native born Dominican who often times travels back home, when vendors somehow detect that I live outside the country, the prices significantly jumps, sometimes even doubles.
I don’t really know how they are able to pick up on it but it gets frustrating and can’t stand it. I try really hard to hide it but I get caught every time as if I’m doing something wrong. This should not happen to me or anyone, much less having to prove my ancestry just to be treated fairly.
We need to educate our people to stop with the dishonest short term predator mentality. It’s not about making a sale for one day it is creating a customer for life. They need to understand that a long term strategy is more important for a stable and secure economic future.
I think DR is such a contrasting mix of experiences... there are people who try to take advantage, then there are people who have so much less and yet will give you everything they have. Soy del Cibao, La Vega, so maybe it's somewhat different? But I've traveled all over the Caribbean, Central and South America and see the same type of situations play out over and over again. Good and bad people everywhere.
@@moonwsprsThe Cibaenos are a different breed. I’m from Santiago so I know what you mean I really have not encountered that type of behavior in that region of the country. It is more common in tourism areas, and as you get closer to the capital city of Santo Domingo. Nonetheless I totally agree with you.
100% Agree..... Good and bad everywhere!
I agree, they try to rip you off and make good money for that day, thus losing repeat customers.
You are 100 percent correct. Shortly after moving here, I quickly learned the prices of everything and many times you can always ask for lower price… fortunately I had a Dominican friend with me always in the early months…
the background music was destracting great info thankyou
Sorry about that
Yup .. a bit too loud .. without it would've been better
@@greybeard5774 taking notes for next time! Thanks for the feedback, I have the best subscribers
This is why I either arrange private transportation or arrange a taxi through lobby at the AirBnB. I never encountered any problems 🙏🏽
Awesome!
another scam is when you order uber, if pay with your credit card, drivers will accept the ride then take a long time and wait for you to cancel. Always choose efectivo, just to be careful. drivers dont want to get paid through credit cards or bank accounts.
Never heard of that one! Very interesting, duly noted!
@@PurelyWalking happened a couple times in Santiago, when i offer to pay with cash there is never an issue.
That's messed up, so annoying!!
I was taking an Uber from boca chicha to Santo Domingo (Malecon). The cost was around $20 but the driver told me I had to pay him $30 in cash. I didn’t have $30 in cash so he refused to take me
Oooh the fish one! It would have never occurred to me! Nunca me ha pasado, but you never know.
Thank goodness it hasn't happened to you! Stay safe
Thanks for teaching us how to protect ourselves 😊
You’re doing a great job 👍
Thanks so much!
It's unfortunate that stuff like this happens. Appreciate the information. Be safe.
Yes, very unfortunate! Thanks for watching
Good job, very informative.
Thanks for watching!
Great advice, I almost got scammed when going to get document at a government office. Outside there are still shady persons (aka bucones) that will tell you that the line is very long inside and that for a fee they will get what ever document you need.
Never trust these people, alway go in the offices and get your documents personally.
Yesss NEVER TRUST THOSE SHADY MEN outside the government offices!
There you go playing frogger in the parking lot, be careful lol.
Lol FROGGER! What a throwback 😂🤣
As a Veteran Scams exists around the world. Cruise line included.
So sad, but true
Yes, but dominicans have an special talent for this.
@@laislabella wrong I have been around the world, See list. Look it up the Info is on the Internet.
Top countries with the most scammers.
1.Nigeria, 2.India, 3. South Africa, 4.Ghana, 5.Brazil
6.China, 7.Pakistan, 8.Romania , 9.Philippines,10.Russia
11.United States, 12.Ukraine,13.Indonesia, 14.Kenya,
15.Venezuela, 16.Argentina, 17. Colombia
,18.Dominican Rep 19.Uganda
Another scam which happens even in the upper scale nightclubs is the bartender/waiter claims that you give him a smaller bill when in fact you give him a large bill. In order to prevent this, always confirm when handing them a bill, I do not recommend handing them your credit card either and allowing them to take your CC out of your sight. Always have enough change, in one nightclub, the waiter did not want to return my change, I was not going to allow him to keep a 40% tip on top of all the other charges. "They would try you" 😂
They crazyyy
Thank you for the info! I have plans to return this summer
You're welcome!
I live in the U.S. Never been to the Dominican Republic, and today I got a fraudulent charge on my card from Hidraulica y Servicios Nuñez, SRL. Thankfully my bank notified me of the fraud activity and actions were immediately taken.
Great video!
Thanks!
It's hard to find a Dominican working in Punta Cana or Boca Chica.
Good suggestions. Please keep the music's volume a bit lower so that is easier to understand your voice.
Thanks for the feedback, note taken!
I got scammed by a walking tour guy in the ZC, but it was only for 1000 pesos.
He needs it more than me. This was about 3 months ago.
Never had a problem with Uber in Boca Chica or in San Isidro or Santo Domingo. But was scammed by a farmacia in Boca Chica when I let my credit card out of my sight. Never again, although I disputed the charge and it was reversed.
So sorry to hear about you getting scammed
And yes, the Credit card thing can thankfully be fixed reasonably quickly
I gotten scammed one time in juan dolio Dominican Republic when you go to the beach you get charge a fee for parking and if you buy food they dont charge you fot the table, it turns out I got overcharged for a plate of food for 4 people plus the table after I was told they wouldn't charge me for it. Also on the menu the prices wont show, just the type of food available, if you don't ask first then be ready to get scammed. Please chek the bill too because sometime they add stuff you did not ordered or charge you more then what the menu shows.
how awful, so sorry to hear that
🏃♂️🤑🇩🇴...😯... 👏Wow!... Scams galore everywhere!🌏 ...Love getting schooled on the current & prevalent Scams going on there! ...
😇From "random rooftops" to "random parking lots"... If "our girl Eli" keeps on her given trajectory, we'll soon be enjoying an episode at this fellow's hangout!😈🔥...😉
🤷♂️👓¿Maybe you've worn those pair of glasses before; or maybe not, but those look VERY nice on you!
On this episode, you're very much more animated! (or it SEEMS like it...).💫🔌⚡👁🤓
In parentheses...(🤩👏@1:24 & a couple of other spots, thks for doing that "eyebrow thing")!😊 ...😯and even "the neck thing" too!😅👏👍💖
🙏🎬🤞Since u posted this video & made it to the supermarket, we're all pleased no one ran into you or injured by moving vehicles as u took us to Scam School!👍💖
🙊🤳😳Wow, that blurred out video scam footage seemed to have been "the Real Mccoy"!... 🤔Eli, are there Scams which might seek to specifically be targeted to take scam female victims??♀️☯️♂️
Taxi vs Uber situation & territory competition, customers caught up in the middle & resulting friction as u displayed in this episode is like a pot boiling over situation!
🍽💳Meals & Credit Cards tricks, etc.... ⚠️Thks for info & knowledge; however, Scams continually evolve & become more & more sophisticated... 🙎♂️unfortunately, things & economies go up & down... and likewise, so do the scammers!... 🥂They want to "join the Party" too!🌺 💸
I can't think of any scams directed towards females specifically; but many females are more vulnerable in terms of physical security and are often victims of crimes done by their sentimental partners, unfortunately.
Thanks for watching Randy!
Boca Chica is the worst place to dine out… always ask for the cost of the alcohol and beer, and keep the menu with the prices until your check arrives…
The Uber one...😡 When I order an Uber from the airport. they would message me that they would only pick me up if I had cash. So I would get charged via my c.c and cash if not, they would wait 15 min and claim I was never at the location and I'll still get charged ( a small fee)
Uggggghhhh yesss, this one is so annoying!
Remember dont get Pickpocket by the Woman or Anyone in DR
Es triste cómo estamos perdiendo el turismo en nuestro país, ya que en el mundo entero se sabe de todos estos scams y que todos te quieren sacar dinero. Me da tanta pena, porqué soy Dominicana
Si ombe
¿Está bajando la cantidad de turistas visitando?
No, estamos en un año récord en cuanto a visitantes en RD!
@@PurelyWalking Por eso pregunté porque según la señora que comentó arriba dijo "perdiendo el turismo". Gracias y saludos.
Gracias por este contenido 👍
Gracias a ti por mirar mis videos! Lo aprecio mucho!
thank you
Purely walking 👀
Honestly, its so bad here i dont even want to come back
What happened? Let us know!
How about turn the music down so we can actually hear you
Shorty ❤
D.R is not a friendly or safe county that country has no hospitality
Stop the music we can't hear what you said
This video would’ve been good minus the music it’s very distracting and you have to crank the volume to hear what you’re saying. Lose the music.
Eliminate the music so I can hear you better.
ngl, i would try to scam u as well if i was them
excuse me miss ...the music is annoying while you talk.... please
Sorry about that, it was an editing oversight
That music... irritating
Shit Island
Shit people
But God I love it.
Next time turn the music up to 100%