Anyway(s) to get from POP to Sosua other than taxi?

[Jimmydr]

I walk everywhere in Sosua. i never take a moto. But to walk up the hill, then wait, then get packed in and maybe take 1+ hours to get there, just for a couple dollars saved???

A couple or more like $25?

[DCIronman]

A couple or more like $25?

I don't care if it's $100. It aint enough for me to be walking in the hot ass tropical sun, while dragging luggage, while I'm on vacation.

[Jimmydr]

I don't care if it's $100. It aint enough for me to be walking in the hot ass tropical sun, while dragging luggage, while I'm on vacation.

You do it your way, I do it mine. No right way to do it.

[Rubicon]

I arrived on May 5th (have since returned home) and noticed the exact, same thing. First thing I thought about was some of the recommendations I've read on some boards encouraging guys to take that walk and catch the publico to save a few dollars.

I get pissed if I have to walk up to the parking area for my ride.

My bad, it was a couple of trips ago. Damn, this oxycodone and Xanax has got me f***ed up.

[sporthobbyist]

A couple or more like $25?

for an extra 25 bucks, I will be in Sosua in 10-15 minutes. Compared to a possible hour+

and having to cram into a publico with luggage? and no A/C?

i will gladly pay 25 bucks more for the easier option

[weyland]

for an extra 25 bucks, I will be in Sosua in 10-15 minutes. Compared to a possible hour+

and having to cram into a publico with luggage? and no A/C?

i will gladly pay 25 bucks more for the easier option

Why an hour plus? Ten minutes slow walk to the road, maximum five minutes wait, and 10 minutes to Sosúa. No more than 15 longer than by taxi.

I agree if you have luggage or if it is very hot or raining or if you are not reasonably fit, it would not be worth it. But in decent weather, and with only a backpack (the way many of our regular visitors arrive), it is a good option. I begrudge every peso that goes to those private taxi assholes whereas the publico drivers work hard and provide a useful service for not much money.

If it is too hot and/or you are unfit, another option would be to take a moto to La Unión (25 pesos) and publico from there. That doesn't help if it is raining of course. I wouldn't recommend a moto all the way to Sosúa even if the guy offers a good price. Too dangerous on the main roads.

[SrSuerte]

Everyone cant/do not want to ride the publico. I know LHDC might not every catch a publico again unless it is rented privately like mentioned earlier in this thread.

There is a price drop just from the walk from the Airport to the entrance of the parking lot. I have only either rented a car, walked to the entrance of the parking lot, or to the main road and road a publico.

[weyland]

I know LHDC might not every catch a publico again.

Long Hair Don't Care? I thought he didn't care? Maybe he should change his handle to LHIP (Long Hair I'm Paranoid).

[oohsixman]

My best advice is to network when you visit Sosua. I used to pay $25 to get from pop to Sosua. Rockies does offer a free trip depending on the amount of days you book at his rooms or condos. D'Piero Hotel also offers round trip depending on your stay. I actually networked on my last two visits this year. I get picked up by my wing man who lives in Puerto Plata for free. My best advice is if you plan on visiting on a semi-annual basis, try to network as much as possible. Good luck