Living in Santo Domingo as an expat: the honest guide
Most people who move to the DR picture a beach town. Santo Domingo is a city of nearly four million people, the oldest European-founded city in the Americas,…
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Living in Santo Domingo as an expat: the honest guide
Most people who move to the DR picture a beach town. Santo Domingo is a city of nearly…
Safety
Is the Dominican Republic safe for solo women?
Yes, with a clearer set of caveats than for men. Solo women build full, settled lives in the…
Regions
Is the Dominican Republic good for families with children?
Yes, in the right regions and with realistic expectations. Families move to the DR and build good lives…
Remote Work
Internet quality in the Dominican Republic: a region-by-region breakdown
Internet quality in the DR has improved significantly over the last three years. Starlink changed the picture in…
Healthcare
Healthcare in the Dominican Republic: what expats actually need to know
Private healthcare in the DR is affordable, accessible, and better than most people expect in the main expat…
Moving to DR
Your first 30 days in the Dominican Republic: what to expect
The first month in the DR is the hardest month. Almost everyone says this. And almost everyone who…
Moving to DR
Driving in the Dominican Republic: licences, rules, and what to actually expect
DR driving is not like driving at home. The rules exist. They are suggestions. What actually governs the…
Moving to DR
Do you need to speak Spanish to live in the Dominican Republic?
You don’t need Spanish to survive in the DR. You need it to actually live there. That’s the…
Regions
Best places to retire in the Dominican Republic
The DR is one of the most practical retirement destinations in the Western Hemisphere. The Pensionado visa requires…
Cost & Money
How to open a bank account in the Dominican Republic as a foreigner
Opening a bank account in the DR is achievable. It is also slower and more paperwork-heavy than most…
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