The Caribbean economy heavily relies on tourism, but that’s not exactly a secret. What many people don’t know however, is that the tourism industry traditionally has been very bad for the environment. When it comes to tourism, very little sustainability was in mind in the creation of most resorts, beaches, Read more…
Is it the crystal clear water? Delicious food and great tasting drinks? The wide array of restaurants and beach clubs? Or the fact that you bought a brand new condo within 4 minutes walk from the beach for cheaper than you bought your house in the USA? Maybe it’s a Read more…
The beach, a cold drink and the waves softly rolling up to your toes that lay buried in the sand, the breeze gently flowing, all making your day so perfect. Many people want to live close to the beach or even right on the beach, that dream that is so Read more…
Sometimes when people go on vacation they fall in love with the their chosen destination, that is especially true with the Dominican Republic. With the natural beauty here along with all the economic opportunities it’s easy to see why so many people want to return. In the past I have Read more…
It’s not exactly a secret that healthcare costs are skyrocketing in the US. It seems like we can’t go a month anymore without more news coming out about necessary treatments and medications rising in cost, how horrible our insurance options are, or the political minefield of healthcare reform. This problematic Read more…
Trying to figure out how to scope out a place to live in the Dominican Republic but don’t know quite how to go about doing it? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions we receive is simply “how do you find real estate listings in the Dominican Republic?” Read more…
What would a trip to Punta Cana be without grabbing some tasty Dominican eats at one of the local restaurants? While the DR isn’t typically thought of a foodie Mecca, it does have world class restaurants with an amazing variety of traditional and international cuisine. Punta Cana is one of Read more…
Every Sunday in February the DR awakens all over the country with lively cultural festivities that draw thousands of tourists. Specifically, the oldest and most well-known of these takes place in the city of La Vega, and is known for being hands-down the best in the entire region. What is Read more…
The Dominican Republic is certainly known for its luxurious resorts and hotels that make it the perfect spot for vacations or special events, like honeymoons. But what if you’re simply looking to stay over a couple nights to scout out some property or have a business meeting, and you want Read more…
When you are new to a country you have a lot to learn about the culture, customs, and how the normal flow of life plays out. Depending on how last or slow you learn, it can take quite a bit of time to figure everything out, from the cheapest place Read more…