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Warnings Or Dangers: dodgy old men with guns
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i did not feel any immediate danger in santo domingo, and as a single female, the unwanted attention i would sometimes receive was always stopped with a firm no. of course, as with anywhere, common sense prevails, and keeping your bag or wallet tight on you is the best way to go.
however i did witness an argument, which was almost comical, if it hadnt been for the fact a gun was brandished! across from my hotel, two men from rival businesses were arguing outside in the street. i think one had told a customer not to go to the other, and had badmouthed his name and business.
a crowd had gathered, and these two old men were yelling at each other, and everyone was giggling. one of the guys picked up a rock, and was threatening to throw it at the guy, we all were still laughing. they were so old and senile it was ridiculous. one of the guys walked into his house, and the next thing you know he comes out with an old style gun, circa 1750 or something it looked like! oh boy, did the crowd run quick! i hid with some young kids behind a wall, and we watched the argument dissolve peacefully.
kind of funny in hindsight, but at the time seeing a gun was not so great!
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icunme Mon Aug 24, 2009 18:28 UTC
Great, Anna - I like the amber and larimar and the prices are right. One of the few bargains left for the American $$. Ciao, Carol | Trekki Thu Jan 22, 2009 06:18 UTC
Hey, how come that I didn't find this one before. Oh carribean :-) Sounds great and I also would like to visit one day :-) These caves look fantastic as does the city :-) and I like your b&w photos :-)) | toonsarah Sat Feb 2, 2008 12:39 UTC
Like you before your visit I never knew there was so much history to the DR - until now! Great tips on some fascinating places, and excellent photos too - I love the fact that you've included B&W as well as colour :) | marielexoteria Mon Nov 5, 2007 09:05 UTC
I'm glad you enjoyed my hometown. Yes, I don't think any airport on DR has a shuttle service like at other "civilized" places. |
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