Sosua Airbnb Review | It Was All Good Until We Got Robbed! | DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- This Airbnb is a relatively new build near the Playa Chiquita area of Sosua. It's a nice spot but we ended up taking a loss. Check out the video for the review and the story.
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THIS IS WHY I ONLY STAY IN CASA LINDA WHEN I GO TO SOSUA. A GATED COMMUNITY WHERE THE SECURITY GUARDS WALK AROUND WITH SEMI AUTOMATIC AND MACHINE GUNS, AND ALL VISITORS GOTTA SHOW ID'S TO ENTER
I like Casa Linda but we always get noise complaints when we stay there. We always end up next to some old folks I guess.
Sounds like the whole island ain’t safe of police have to walk around with semi automatic weapons and shotguns 😂 smh
@@thewhitedevilfromthebible5899 That's how the police need to walk around Chicago, NYC, Philly, Baltimore, St. Louis and all these other cities where they let the wild ass animals take over and terrorize everybody. Maybe old folks, women and kids will feel safe enough to come outside then...
@@MajorLyfestyle the thing about Casa Linda is the majority of the people staying there are damn near full time residents and not just villa owners who rent the villas out, so Casa Linda has clamped down hard anyone who brings the party attention to the subdivision. You basically have to just any kind of music down by 8-9 o’clock and they limit the chicas also so there are better choices to stay at.
@@straypython2383 Exactly why I avoid staying there.
Villa in the slums says money to the locals they need some barb wire on the perimeter I’ve seen that listing on Airbnb when I saw it sitting basically in a Slum with no security or stout barriers I crossed that one out these people can be like Spider-Man if they think there are valuables inside I’m surprised even second story balconies have bars in DR they need them here leave expensive valuables at home !
RULE NUMBER ONE WHEN YOU TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY. NO SECURITY, NO LODGING! WE GRINGOS (Tourists) ARE A TARGET WHERE EVER WE GO! PROTECT YOURSELF AT ALL TIMES!! FOREIGNERS ARE DESPERATE AND WILL TRY YOU. DON'T GET CAUGHT SLIPPING!!
I guess I got comfortable because I been staying in spots with no security in many different countries and never had a problem.
@@MajorLyfestyle You were lucky my Brother. All it takes is one time by real criminals and it could be over. Protect yourself. We need your content and YOU!!
That's definitely not a rule at all 😅😅😅
@@RomeWill Either you're not an International Traveler or you just don't care about your safety. Either way, that's careless behavior 💯
@@steven544 I'm an international traveler that isn't scared of my own shadow. You're spreading false ideas that these countries are significantly more dangerous than the hoods we grew up in. Not true. I've stayed in Motel 6s that were worse than most anything in Sosua.
AFTER THIS VIDEO NO ONE WANTS TO STAY AT THAT AIRBNB
You never know. Somebody might be feeling adventurous lol
Been 2 DR many times - u gotta b n a gated community with security. I like Sosua Ocean Village = no problems.
Glad you guys are safe! I would never say in a place like that. As you move around the Dominican Republic, you see apartments and houses with bars and gates on every level; that for a reason.
This is why I always stay on the strip or near.
I almost got gotten twice trying to save money and walk alone down those dark streets at night
I'm gonna stick to what I know from now on.
Grand Laguna is my go to spot not to far from the shenanigans and not to close right by pica flora. Glad he caught it before the worse happened.
I been hearing about Grand Laguna. I know the area but I never ended up staying there. Gonna check it out for next time.
@@MajorLyfestyle you'll love it trust me
@@MajorLyfestyle dopest place out there check out
Pica flora been closed over 3 or 4 years, The owners went prison.
@@LOBOS-99 yes I know that but they still have some nice spots over there in the cut ✂️
Glad no one was hurt bro!
The scariest thing is the boldness of the kid... knowing you were there and still invaded the house... I bet it wasn't his 1st time robbing that spot, he knew it too well.
That's what I kept saying. I'm guessing he figured that since we were there, the upstairs sliding door might be unlocked. He probably tried when we were gone but everything was locked up. I was shocked by that amount of boldness though.
Hey y’all can take at as you want but imma take a wild guess right quick …… was this kid Haitian ? The reason I ask is I live near there and I’m pretty sure there is some Haitians that live close by…. One time my house got robbed and the kids who did it brought a back pack I ended up finding all my shit on my property in a back pack is was some odd shit then one time my wife made me call the police after she swore up and down she saw somebody I searched the whole property and found no one so did the cops we I thought she was just buggin
@@juliov6166 My friend said he looked either Dominican or white. We did see some kids playing in the area but he didn't get a good enough look at his face to point the kid out.
Whats even more scary is that We keep finding crates of brand new guns and ammo in alleys in poor community's in the States.
Facts !
Passport and emergency credit card get stashed AS SOON AS I ENTER THE VILLA!! I have hidden my passport under the fridge, Under the BIG TV thats too heavy to lift and run with, You gotta get crafty b/c once its gone ITS GONE!!!
Good tip! Gotta protect the passport at all costs.
That's the only way I stash. I put the passport and cash away. Only leave 10 bucks out just incase I get robbed
@@moneymakingmitch Always leave some Bait cash out , easy to find, like a Drawer and make it look like that is your place where u keep the cash .. a Big Wad of Pesos , and maybe $100- 200 USD , that is more than enough for the thief to think he got your stuff.. I would say $10 is not going to cut it .
Hide the rest and the Passport in a place where it would take some time to find it, and you are good .
In my situation, I don't think he would have stopped at his cash. He already filled his pockets and moved on to trying to take my boy's entire suitcase. If they believe they have the time to clean you out, they will take as much as they can carry.
@@jefffromjersey52 10 wil cut it cause I got fake money underneath the real money. They not looking to see if it real they trying to steal and go. That's unlikely to happen tho because the places I stay is controlled access and I don't invite women I don't know over to see me.
I recommend staying in Sosua Ocean Village, it's much much better than Casa Linda. It's an ocean front and gated community. Been to Sosua many times and never had any problems in Ocean Village.
I stayed in Ocean Village a few times. Had a complaining neighbor once but we still had a great time. That is definitely a go to spot.
i dont care were you go to travel never stay in a place were their is no security its just not wort it
Nice video.... they should raise the price $40 bucks and hire a guard
If they rasise the price $40 then they would get no business because you can just go in casa linda for 140 per night
Sorry this happened to you. Personally, I wouldn't have liked to be isolated from others in that villa. I've heard too many horror stories about the DR and it is now off my list.
I will still go back to the DR. I'm not going to let this one incident ruin all the great times I've had there.
I stayed there I'm February. The owner and his wife did us dirty. They didn't fill the water tank and we ran out of water in the entire place after 1 day there . The alarm went off in the middle of the night as soon as we walked in with guest and would not turn off. Found out later the owner was watching from there place and was mad we came with guest and remotely set the alarm off. It's a ok place but needs improvements.
Wow! I figured they were probably watching but I didn't know they could set off alarms. They definitely need to work on a few things. When the rest of that area gets built up, it won't be such a bad location to stay.
Nice spot....but after you showed me the surroundings, it's a def NO!!! You couldn't pay me to stay in a nice place with nobody else around except 3rd World families that are just trying to eat. No thank you. Glad yall gotta out of there safe tho.
I thought I found a hidden gem but I was dead wrong lol
@@MajorLyfestyle ....Live and learn. As long as you're both safe, that's all that matters. That kid could have easily had a gun and panicked when he seen your friend and God forbid killed him or both of you. Just stay in the more populated areas...safety is the #1 concern when you vacation over there. Hotels are probably your best bet for safety in my opinion. Europa Hotel has good security as does Sosua Inn or Casa Valeria if you want a little more luxury. Stay safe out there. ✌
Facts !
I like your videos, always authentic. You guys are on a serious adventure. I been going Sosua for over ten (10) years and I only stay at Casa Linda and Ocean Village, even though I don't like Casa Linda wrist bands. Safety, luxury and peace of mind is at it's best. Thank you for your video and I wish you the best.
Ocean Village is much better than Casa linda
This place is on AirBnb and Priceline, def avoiding. Thanks for sharing!
Good decision. There is no need to put yourself at risk when there are better options in Sosua.
Like you said the remote location definitely was a factor, stick to the gated communities. You should of stayed at my listing in Hispaniola, 4 bed/4.5 bath private pool, and your favorite…. Security 😂 We used to rent them we bought and now rent it out, and we tried to make everything perfect because we know all the stuff that used to get on our nerves as guests. I send you the video link if you’re interested out looking for a new place to review 👍🏽
I like staying in Hispaniola but nothing came up that matched what I needed for this trip. Send me the listing on Instagram @major_lyfestyle. I'm always looking for a good spot.
info on your listing please
That property masks security issues. Glad you guys didn't get hurt.
Same here.
for me rule #1 is there must be security if not i'm not staying there.
we manage the other apartment, the first one, for 2 years already, to alleviate any safety concerns for quest along with our alarm system we have installed safety bars in all windows and doors. No one can gain access any longer and we've had no further issues.
I'm glad you've made improvements to keep your people safe. I think that area will soon be a sought-after location in Sosua.
I hope you called AIRBNB and let them know what happened. It is also a good idea to leave a review about the place as well.
I left a review and said what happened but I didn't contact Airbnb. I doubt they would do anything.
@@MajorLyfestyle Airbnb would have moved you to a new place and comp you your stay. or atleast part of it.
Nah bro ! You gotta let them know wht went down. If you don't report it, then it never happened ! Mention the missing tv's and shower drainage issue. U guys should've had security on the premises, especially due to the isolation .
*That place is dope, it's for the private traveler for sure, but personally I need a hotel right on the strip. I need to be near a store at all times, and next to the action. After a drunk night, all I got to do is walk down the street. lol
We definitely like the privacy when we travel so we always do villas and there aren't any near the main strip. Sometimes things get a little crazy by the pool that we don't need everybody seeing lol
@@MajorLyfestyle Word. I respect it. lol.... The most important part about the vacation experience, is having it custom tailored.
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Respectfully my G, this spot is TRAAAASH (bubbadub voice). No safety and no construction standards. This is that “these niggas will take anything” type shit.
I guess I gotta get my money up like you lol
@@MajorLyfestyle No sir, if you can afford to be robbed then you got ALL the dough. That potential headache is hella expensive. You’re better off staying at Club Residencial or Bay City Condo. I stayed at Club Residencial for $600/mo for about a year and a half. The last thing you want is to leave the matrix to go to the DR and be stressed while you lay your head. Definitely don’t overpay but man, don’t have these jokers running all through your stuff. But more power to you. Keep traveling, keep exploring, and enjoy the journey!
@@brandonhuggins6044 I feel you. I wanted to try out a new spot and I made a wrong decision. I'm not really stressing it. I've been to the Su countless amounts of times over the years and stayed in various locations and never came close to anything like this happening. I'll just take this lesson and do better next time.
I am glad you admitted in the comments it didnt occur to ask if they have a safe. Thanks and if i go to DR i will ask if any airbnb i chose has a safe
I have a travel safe that I didn't bring with me on that trip also. I'll never forget it again
Aw man!! I bet that chica with that same dress got something to do with it...yall 🥷🥷🥷 need to get that chica some new dresses 😉
You see now
FACTS MY BOY
Nah, she don't get down like that at all. She didn't even come to that spot till after that happened. I'm about to start a Gofundme for her to get some new dresses though 🤣
Yes you could help her out with a new wardrobe because I’ve seen her on several UA-camrs channels wearing the same outfits! Although she seems to be a nice chick.
@@johnmclean4151 She gets money out there but just chooses to wear those same dresses. I know why she started wearing them but I don't know why she she won't give them up.
I've stayed at a couple of Airbnb's in Sosua and Pop with no issues but there is always the chance for something to go wrong, be it security related or guests getting out of hand by either stealing, getting injured or tearing s@@t up. That's a nice spot but too isolated and I am glad you are ok and things didn't turn out worse. Going forward I just stay at a hotel in town to keep things simple, everything I need is nearby and I minimize even avoid any security problems, guests included. The place must also have a safe or I don't stay there. God forbid if you need help if something does pop off, it's not far away. Thank you for sharing this experience brother.
This was the first time in 5 years of going to Sosua that I had and incidents. Just happened to choose a bad location this time. I still had a great time and I'm ready to go right back. I'll just stick to the more secure spots that I'm used to from now on.
@@MajorLyfestyle cool brother thanks 👍🏾
@@MajorLyfestyle any recommendations on places to stay
@MAGDOG TV There's a few, but it depends on if you're traveling solo or in a group.
@@MajorLyfestyle im.traveling solo , first time traveling overseas
Rule number one only stay in gated guarded communities, garden condo and infinity blu should be your choice next time. This place is too isolated, but this situation doesn't deter me I'm going this Saturday with both eyes open as always. Thanks for sharing your story. it reminds me what not to do.
I tried out a new spot, and it didn't work out. It didn't deter me either. I've been back there 3 times since that happened.
@1:17 you see that house on the bottom left? That's who robbed you.
There wasn't any kids staying there but it's possible they put the word out. Who knows?
You know what? I'm going to stick to staying at my 3 main hotels
Which ones are those?
@@Raquib25 new garden, casa Valeria, Sosua inn
Thanks fam 🙏
i never stay in those villas only small gated commmunities. a giant new modern house in the middle of the hood while people live in rundown shacks is not a good idea somebody is going to try to steal from you all the time i like to blend in
Do you travel solo or with friends?
@@MajorLyfestyle i do both but since i learned spanish i travel more on my own now
@@EverythingRap
How did you go about learning Spanish and about how long did it take you to get to a conversational level?
@@Jmb90 i watched videos on youtube compiled with different phrases in spanish . theres videos people created with 100 phrases after you master that go study the 500 phrase video then 1000 phrase video also get a dominican dictionary or a book that teaches you dominican slang they have one an amazon kindle. and the more hours you put in the faster you will retain the language i put in 3 hours a day of studying alot of people wont do that some people have put in 8 hours a day and accomplished a new language in 60 days
Instead of a little kid it could have been some ladrones with guns and machetes. Give thanks and praise to God like they say so often in DR that it was just a unarmed kid!!
Yeah, I'm glad the situation wasn't worst. I'll stick to the populated areas from now on.
That's a damn shame. I'd make sure I put that in the reviews. What did the owner say?
I definitely put that in the Airbnb review. The owners are currently threatening me because I put this information out. They have no interest in trying to make their property safer.
@@MajorLyfestyle Unbelievable. I was checking out your other videos. Good content.
@@crazyworld2570 Thanks. I appreciate it.
Glad you guys are okay yo. Good thing he got away with just what he did. Probably if he was caught the Dominican 5-0 would want to charge you to prosecute dude, ask Taylor Made Dreams he had that same issue. SMH 🤦🏾♂️
Last thing I want to do is deal with police especially in a foreign country. We were just happy it wasn't worse.
Thanks bro for keeping real 👍🏾
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I really wanna ask why do people travel with valuables but it’s your trip you can travel the way you want.
Nothing we had was flashy at all. The kid that broke in would have just taken anything he could get his hands on no matter what it looked like.
@@MajorLyfestyle I think you said something about a iPad or computer I could be wrong?
@@COLOMBIANSTICKUPKID He had a regular tablet.
U need to stay at safe hotels
Villas are better, just not this one.
Got to remember, they steal everywhere, especially in certain countries, that’s why you see most of the cribs down there, with bars and walls everywhere. But good thing it was just a kid and not older kids with guns and knives. Stay safe , that’s why I only stay in Casa Linda when I’m there, little costly, but I can say it’s secure!
You don't get any noise complaints when you stay in Casa Linda?
@@MajorLyfestyle naw it’s cool, never had a problem.
@@kiz1425 We stayed in there a bunch of times and most times we get noise complaints. You can't even laugh too loud in Casa Linda lol
@@MajorLyfestyle 😂😂, I feel you, I guess it depends who next to y’all, also up the hill from casa Linda is some nice villas, I didn’t know they had villas all the way up there. It’s just like casa Linda but probably a little newer
What did the owners have to say about it and what was the deal with the security cameras? Also, i'm guessing there was no safe in any of the rooms?
They asked if we wanted to get the police involved but we didn't think that would accomplish anything. All the cameras are at ground level and didn't catch anything on that ledge. They didn't have any safes and I blame myself for not asking because I usually do. I would have brought my travel safe if I knew they didn't have any.
@@MajorLyfestyle Yeah, I travel with my Lil safe too. Sometimes I put my safe inside their safe. Money and passport.
@@Delid I'll never travel without it from now on.
Great video! 👍🏾
That’s too far in the sticks for me🤷🏾♂️🤣🤦🏾♂️. The best place to stay out there is pyramid Plaza in my opinion.🙏🏿👌🏿👍🏿👏🏿🤙🏿
Pyramid Plaza is cool if you're solo but have you ever stayed in a private villa with your boys? Completely different experience.
That's the issue y'all don't consider you not only showing your location but the person who gave you the place you are putting their life at risk too
I'm not showing my location, and I would love to know how I'm putting anyone's life at risk. 🤔
I woulda gave that kid a case of the beats American hood style.
He's lucky I didn't get my hands on him!
The wind is messing up,the audio
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That is why I believe on enforcing immigration laws in DR. Everybody who is there illegally must go. That would reduce crime a lot. Colombia is a better option for you guys.
Why do you assume that it was someone that was in DR illegally that did this?
@tregua: I look forward to your answer to the question that was asked.
Because he's a racist typical dumbinacan who automatically assumes it was a Haitian. It was actually a dumbinacan
got to make traps trip wire with alarms its cheap they wont hurt you like people think in the comments they do the ocean 8 shit now if you go to santo domingo they will hurt you i had guns pulled on me but never bring anything over 20 with me
I'll be taking more precautions and being a lot more on point from now on.
Where did you stay in Santo Domingo
@@moneymakingmitch I was in LA Calleta in different spots apartments with a girl the last spot I happen to be in a drug area guys running from cops from the roof coke bags dropped in the back yard
@@ironman332 Nah man you can't stay in those type of areas.
That sucks sorry that happened to you both. Maybe it’s better you didn’t catch him you would of ended up in jail. Your in DR.
You might be right be right. No telling where emotions could have led us in the moment.
Bro what did you expect? Look at where you’re located. You’re not even on the strip. Your air bnb in in someone’s backyard. I would have never book that BNB
You do realize that the best spots in Sosua are not located near the strip right? If I had a video that showed me everything about the Airbnb, I wouldn't have booked it either.
You need a guard dog net time
Nah, next time, I just won't be choosing this spot.
@@MajorLyfestyle haha that also a option
@@MajorLyfestyle yeah most of the time when things look to good to be True and its a little cheaper its not what it seems
@@Topknowledge_187 That's a fact!
I bet you that it wasn't his first time. He know tourist stay and know how to escape.
The way he disappeared into the night, it couldn't be his first time. Probably won't be the last either.
Yall all targeted out there but they'll put the racism aside for few minutes 😂
Same as anywhere else in the world.
that spot looks cheap...wouldn't have stayed there
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Why would I stay in a place that got robbed , it’s not that serious bro , why r u promoting this place
If I was promoting it, I would have left out the part about being robbed.
You got a target on your back
What do you mean by that?
@@MajorLyfestyle You are being watched. Dominicans will throw ninjas under the bus for a few dollars, be it outright robbing or nickel and dimeing you. They don’t respect outsiders, they will smile in your face till the money is in their hands.
Sosua has been dicey lately 👀 I just posted a video where the chica tried to steal my chain #romewill4presidente ✈️
I see a lot of desperation in the eyes of those lower level chicas. I try to keep them far away from me.
@@MajorLyfestyle haha they accosted me! 😆
This is why u guys hv to visit Cuba. In Cuba, the police are on our side and they will lock up a bitch in a.minute, for robbing a tourist !
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I wouldnt stay there
Should of just stayed at new garden 🙄
We don't do hotels in Sosua.
Bro get rid of that beard
Is it bothering you?
Y’all UA-camrs ruin Sosua. 100 reporters for a five block radius. Y’all done made the locals thirsty
I just had a great time out there so I don't see where it's ruined. You gonna have to expand on that.
The diablo blancos ruined sosua
@@xpixmedia .....🤣🤣🤣🤣They been there for 40 years. It just got ruined. You do the math.....lol
I'm still waiting for someone to tell me what's ruined about Sosua.
@@MajorLyfestyle ...I dont know about ruined.....different is probably a better word. I've been going since 2012 and it's def different from that time. But you dont know what you missed if you weren't there at that time. Before, the girls would put more time into their job with the guys. Nowadays, they ask for more money and want to spend less time and move on to the next customer. Building a vibe is def a plus if you can do it.
Fake video.. No pictures of the robbery.
Next time we'll tell the dude to stop and pose for a picture before he runs out the door 🤣🤣🤣
@@MajorLyfestyle just take the L on this one and move on.
@@matthewscarpino4732 Everything is Major!