Just a word of warning to any newbies in Santo Domingo (not sure if this has been posted previously, so want to be sure the word gets out).
If you decide to spend a little time on Conde, you will have a good time and see lots of good looking girls who might just be interested in spending some quality time with a gringo.
However, if you've been on the stree for long enough (i.e., more than one hour) and you look like a gringo, there's probably a guy on the street who's going to find you. His name is Mikey or Mike (goes by both). He is a short, little Dominican guy who wears a Yankee's cap all of the time. He says he's been working Conde for 5 years. He's the friendly type (actually, a pretty good guy), but he makes his living doing what he does - escorting guys to the clubs and/or finding them dates. He has several chicas that he can call for you. The chicas that I saw were pretty nice....you can have them TLN....and the price is right. BUT.........and you knew there had to be a catch......lots of Mikey's girls don't carry ID. Soooooo.....if you are interested in one of his girls.......beware. If your hotel requires ID....or you just want to see it for peace of mind (as you should).....be sure to ask the chica (or have Mikey ask the chica) to show you her ID BEFORE you take her. With Mikey, it's cash upfront. The risk is not in losing your money....or having the chica short-change you....from what I could see. The risk is getting to your hotel and finding out that she dosn't have ID.
Obviously, veterans will likely avoid a guy like Mikey and try to strike a better deal working directly with the ladies. But for new guys, finding someone like Mikey might be OK....as you can get more time for much less money than going to the clubs and casas. Just be sure to check that ID upfront. If she doesn't have it, ask her to go get it. If she won't....or doesn't have one....you don't want any part of her.
And if you see Mikey on Conde.....tell him that the gringos are on to him and the word has been posted on the net. Nothing wrong with being a pimp....just deliver.
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