The Best Place to Live in Dominican Republic. Cabarete or Las Terrenas? Moving to the Caribbean

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Where should we live in the DR? 🤔Thank you for all your amazing love and support! If you'd like to join our KZbin Channel (and get access to exclusive content) click here 👉 kzbin.infojoin Stay Delightful! ✌- Anna & Trevor

[@pilsatortube]

No competition for me, Las Terrenas is more beautiful. Tons more variety in beaches, less crowded and nothing beats the quad life ❤ Samaná is like a different island 🏝️

[@rolandorojas9521]

En Puerto Plata todo queda más cerca y hoy por hoy es el destino más completo de RD

[@dovygoodguy1296]

How about Sosua???

[@dovygoodguy1296]

​@rolandorojas95 Do you mean that Puerta Plata is better for Americans and Canadians than these other places?

[@katiuskakathy80]

Las Terrenas!

[@josieramirez9483]

The DR is very laid-back. People don’t stress much. That is great. We are all very stressed out in Canada.❤❤❤❤

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@iSucrose]

Las Terrenas is awesome, It's tucked away in this part of the country that's kinda been left alone for ages. despite the lack of development, it's got some seriously top-notch beaches.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

The absolute best beaches right!? What a place - Trevor

[@enough1494]

My budget is limited, $1,200, single Boricua looking for a change, suddenly I am like, loca vete a la Repúbilca! Jijiji. Went often as a child, many moons ago! Is that a decent budget in Terrenas today?

[@iSucrose]

@@enough1494 If you're seeking my assistance, I'm afraid I wouldn't be of much help in that regard, as I typically stay with family whenever I visit.

[@enough1494]

@@iSucrose Thought you lived ther. No problem, taking a three month trip to check it out in June. Thanks!

[@joaruss]

I am from the DR and I say Las Terrenas big time! I love it there so much! ❤❤❤❤

[@AngelaDume-yd7qb]

I vote Las Terrenas!! We said we want to go every year because we liked it so much.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It’s quite the beautiful place! 🤗 - Anna

[@taino4281]

Went there with my wife for our anniversary. That water that runs down to the beach is coming from the lagoon/mangroves, let me tell you it is cold!😂. Took a plunge in it and then ran to the other side to the warmer water✅. The ATV was very fun too, by day’s end, we had a basket full of things we bought along the way.Samana is very beautiful and quiet.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Oh yeah... those rivers can be very cold - Trevor

[@Dutchy1972]

My wife and I just stayed in Cabarete for 80 days (over 2 and a half months)and Las Terrenas for 10 days and we honestly love both but might give a slight lead to Cabarete. We ran into Trevor and Anne in Fresh fresh in Cabarete and chatted for a few minutes ❤

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It was so great to meet you both 🤗 - Anna

[@Daringamiga]

I admire you two and want to live in the Dominican tomorrow. I'm off to Costa Rica in September for a month. I need a long trip to the Dominican in October and make my final decision. You are right the new structures are amazing.

[@dianasavinon9900]

Welcome

[@young57734]

Let us know what you decide!

[@cristianbonilla6334]

Cabarete has his own mágic as a multicultural town, Las Terrenas in my opinión brings us another plus aura like more european people living in this paradise. Definitelly the 2 places are very exciting and beautiful places for living in. Terrenas i think has more kind of party living than cabarete, but in my case I will live in any of this espectaculary towns of the DR.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@ramonperez5572]

Now is the time to buy in Las Terrenas, see it like an investment.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@terrigray9730]

So we did it! Our trip to LT is booked for the first week of Dec flying into Samaná fr Toronto. So excited. I follow a few realestate channels fr LT and prices have jumped in LT but maybe settled down a bit. I always dream of buying in the DR but think we need to hang on to property in Canada so we always have a foothold. Thanks Trevor and Anna for another great Sunday morning video. Beautiful area.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Woohoo! You're going to have so much fun in LT Terri 🤗 - Anna

[@pilotpeego1820]

Wow! So many choices! My suggestion is don't rush the process. Take your time, and weigh the pros, and cons.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@dorisfaulkner7344]

I’m so glad! I wanted to tell you that but I didn’t want you to feel bad. I grew up there and have family there. I live in the states now but when I retire I plan to go back home.❤ No better place to retire than Las Terrenas.

[@jorgeduran7168]

I agree

[@napoleone11]

I lived a few years in Las Terrenas nd also a few years in Cabarete. Cabarete offers much more.I also have to say that I learned windsurfing in las terreneas and moved to Cabarete because of the windsurfing. But in general, Cabarete being not so cut off like las terrenas, was much more appealing for me and live was better.

[@christinawaite8352]

Just got back from Las Terrenas. I hear you for the issues with all the new builds going on and the worries with the infrastructure being able to manage it all!! We have been traveling here for a while now. Its a worry for us as well. We were there during a major rain for two days and experienced areas that flooded. We also experienced power outage, so it is a worry moving forward. For that reason we are only renting so we always have the option to travel to other places without the worry of looking after a place. Seeing the villa's that flooded around us was very sad and to think they are owned by people who were not there. We love Las Terrenas, the culture, the beaches. We will continue to stay there but only as renters.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We're feeling for all the folks in LT with those recent floods. In Cabarete we had no flooding at all and the same rain oddly enough - Trevor

[@young57734]

Thank you. I was wondering about flooding and if it is under the hurricane belt?

[@christinawaite8352]

@@young57734 They usually don't get hurricanes and the amount of rain they got was also unusual.

[@jennifereusterman]

Las Terrenas is absolutely beautiful!! It's my favorite place in the DR and we've been all over. It is so family friendly too. We will most likely retire in Cabarete but.....who knows. If I can convince my hubby we may end up in Las Terrenas.❤

[@dovygoodguy1296]

There is definitely still more than food and beaches to determine preferences. Congestion, traffic, pollution, noise, sidewalks and streets, infrastructure, services, medical services.

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Good morning all happy Sunday morning and I loved your vlogs and you all amazing Supporter

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

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[@matty1098-]

10:21 You guys were next door to my condo! Jardín Secreto is next door towards to beach. 7:09 and I love the juice box! Sad to hear about empanadas y mas…I went there all the time in 2022 and early 2023. Per usual Great video y’all! You know I’m a hit biased about LT! I always fly into Santo Domingo and take a taxi to LT. It’s usually cheaper from the states. Wish I coulda been there! 😊

[@DelightfulTravellers]

So cool Matty! That’s such a nice area you’re living in. One of our favs in LT 👌- Trevor

[@ingridmorotti2]

Hello from Belgium, Anna and Trevor, your video is so interesting again, you pointed a lot of helpfull issues as always ! We really loved Las Terrenas but the weather was not too good, lot of rain but only stayed 1 night. We stayed a Coco Loco Hotel, really cool and just in front of Empanadas y Mas, we managed to eat there and it was really good. We also went to enjoy Happy Hour at the Etno too 🤩really cool place even when it's raining 😉Will travel to Cabarete in several days, so will figure out which one between Las Terrenas and Cabarete we prefer. Maybe will be able to share it with you then. Never know. Keep going with your cool and helpfull videos and maybe see you soon in Cabarete.😘

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Have a blast! They are both quite different that's for sure - Trevor

[@oceanwave4142]

15:36 That has got to be the weirdest most unseen concept for a washing machine, it looks like an incubator.

[@mikel87]

cabarete its underrated and overlooked bc ppl think its for kiting only meanwhile theres definitely more to do there than LT.

[@young57734]

That is exactly why I overlooked it. I'm an average swimmer. The strong winds with big waves made me a little nervous. I might check out Cabarete in June.

[@erlinguillen5781]

Samana in General is super nice. You should go to las Galeras. There are some very nice beaches there as well.

[@nnamdiobiako5773]

I was in Las Terrenas for 7 days last year and while it was gorgeous, the food experience and the quietness of the town turned me off. The food had no flavor and we tried local spots and expat owned spots in different areas. The best part of the trip was Playa Ballenas and getting around on the ATV and doing some real estate tours with a realtor. The locals were cool too.

[@jpreston3248]

Great video as always you guys! Because tomorrow is Earth Day, I have an Earth Day challenge for you two : when you go for your morning smoothie, ask for it in a reusable container that you bring with you and a reused or reusable straw so that you go plastic-less for the day. A longer-term challenge would be to try to do this as often as possible, dare say permanently. Vous pouvez le faire! iSuerte!

[@HenrySantos-xg8bl]

For me u guys are the best.👍.

[@HenrySantos-xg8bl]

*The best yt in the world 🌎 period*

[@mikemay4150]

It would be so cool if you guys moved to LT! Both towns are beautiful in their own way, but different. As you already know of course 😊. We compared both towns before deciding on purchasing in LT last year. Absolutely no regrets. We hope to see you guys on the beach again soon.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Thanks Mike! We luv both towns for sure - Anna

[@young57734]

Are there beaches to swim in Cabarete? I heard of Kite 🏖 but I am wondering if the waves would be to rough to swim. Are the beaches in LT better for 🏊?

[@Halijohnmcphee]

We were coveting your G&Ts! Great video as usual, guys, looking forward to Part II in Cabarete!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

They were some great G&Ts that’s for sure 🤙 - Trevor

[@MercedesLopez-hy3ok]

Deben visitar bahía de las águilas, es la playa más hermosa y virgen del país ❤

[@Tonyfernandez45]

Hi guys thank you for always bringing us great content/videos we love your work. Las Terrenas is a amazing place to feel like a local so easy to get around by just walking or biking,I know it has a big infrastructure issues hope the government start working on those issues soon when you walk around the beautiful beaches it feels like there’s not issues. Be bless and keep up the good work.😊

[@darrylp902]

There's a real estate company there in LT owned by 2 fellow Nova Scotians. You should hook up with them for a future video to explore the Real Estate options in that area! They probably have keys. 😎 Lol.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@pddembowski]

I liked Las Terrenas when I was there for a couple of weeks. Problem was the streets are overrun with cars and loud motorcycles. Even sometimes hard to cross the road which is not good in a small beach town.

[@stevegreene94]

lol that's the entire island of DR.

[@juanataveras9127]

Hermosas vistas , gracias por mostrar al mundo la Isla.

[@JosueAristy]

Thanks for this great videos! I love it!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Wow thanks so much for the Super Thanks! We so appreciate it - Anna

[@Mike-London-UK]

For a few years I've been wondering where to live in the D.R. when I move there from the UK, Cabarete, Sosua or Las Terrenas. I used to love Las Terrenas until the big "secret paradise" got out and now every one loves it and I think it will soon get overcrowded and that beautiful town getting spoilt. But it's over hyped now and property prices are now, for a long while now, extortionate. But the one big issue I have with Las Terrenas is that even though it's so beautiful, from what I've seen in videos, I fear I would get bored there and it's so far from other towns, and you're just stuck there in the middle of nowhere (except Samana), and I also fear that I would be suicidal living there because it seems so boring, (but still beautiful), I don't mean suicidal literally, but I hope you know what I mean. And I just love Playa Ballena and that long stretch of road beside it and I love Bonita Village that's close by too.

[@alfredoaleman8512]

Don't miss visiting la Hondonada, a beautiful arc formation located halfway between santa barbara and playa Rincon.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We will look it up! - Trevor

[@marg3153]

Cabarete for me!

[@anleniefranks]

Visiting family for a little over 2 weeks in Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata, would love to spend some time in LT too but don’t think we will have the time. Love your videos! Looking forward to seeing the next one. Let’s have lunch together!

[@alexfit8988]

Las Terrenas is different ball game. I love it. You don’t need to drive a car to move around that’s what I like. The beaches are beautiful also you are one step away from the most beautiful and virgin beaches in Samana with almost no tourists. Playa el Valle and Rincon.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It's amazing for sure! What a place - Anna

[@reinarodriguez416]

Cabarrete is the best place to stay ❤❤❤ so beautiful 😍 the beaches the best ❤ God bless you guys.... enjoy every moment 🤪🤪

[@kittygriffith7141]

Hi to both of you. Your an absolute delight to watch, and a beautiful couple. I am from Ontario, my husband, brother inlaw and myself including 2 chihuahuas will be relocating to cabaret or sosua. We will looking to rent a 3 bedroom, kitchen, living room, etc . We are just sorting out our pensions, selling the house, etc and our move will take place in Oct or Nov of next year. 2025. I see your videos, and get a rush of excitement daily. We want to be in the middle of it all. Villa, Condo for 3 - 6 months until we find a place to buy. So long term rental would be great. Could you do a video about the prices of these in us funds for us. We trust the both of you with your reviews. Thankyou. Kittylynn.

[@BasedNj]

Tough choice , I’m sure in the future las terrenas is gonna catch up with the conveniences of a cabarete

[@allenderobles8639]

Santiago airport is not so far from cabarete . Gonna be like 40 min when they finish autopista del Ámbar between Puerto plata and Santiago

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@DCampusano1]

that is true.

[@juliettezaiser784]

Love, Love, Love your videos! Planning to move to Cabarete in September. Maybe we'll run into you!!! That would be awesome!

[@simemvkc2688]

NYC'S, MIGUEL REYNOSO SALUDOS (GREETINGS)FROM NEW YORK CITY.

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Another Awesome Adventure Thank You Trevor & Anna🙂❤👍Watching from NB Canada🙂

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@charliezabinski]

Please move to Las Terrenas!! I'm thinking of investing there. More LT vids please!

[@felixguzman606]

You have to make your move course thing are getting special ❤

[@ramonperez5572]

Dominican Republic is still a developing country. Before traveling try to research where you are going. Is not Dubai, is not Europe. They have to do better with trash of course. I hope you say the same about Paris, New York or Rome.

[@iangiles3360]

Hopefully you were out of LT or not affected by the huge flood there. I agree with the points about the infrastructure and driving in the town. We enjoyed happy hour at Rincon Soleado and Uracano. Great flavoured Mojitos. We also stayed a month at Monserrat for a month. Nice spot. Too bad Cabarete wasn't on the beaches of LT. I think if I go back I will be going to SD. btw Arajet has really cheap flights to many places from SD including Montreal and TO.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We flew with Arajet to some other Caribbean islands a month ago! They are great! 😀 If Cabarete had LT beaches it would quite possibly be the best spot in the Caribbean (with then, too many tourists) - Trevor

[@johnadamsfinancial]

Your Doing great Guys...Keep it up. We are coming in October cant wait.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Lots more on the way for sure guys! - Anna

[@colleenc2023]

Sounds like it’s time to sit down and make a good old fashioned ‘Pros/Cons’ list 😊. Seriously though, this would be a tough decision as both places seem to have equal examples of advantages and disadvantages for you - good luck!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Oh we have a list for sure Colleen hehe - Anna

[@CARLOSBEATO-fq3pd]

Would like to plan a trip to LT for a month or two and would appreciate suggestions on a local realtor that might assist us in finding the right property steps from the beach ( with a generator 😂). Love all your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@kristapedersen1828]

Check out Toni Green… been there forever, knows everyone, and she’s very honest.

[@JESUSISLORD7777]

HI ANNA HI TREVOR KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍❤️ THE LINK FOR THE AIRBNB APARTMENT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL; CAN YOU PLEASE SEND US THE LINK AGAIN THANKS 🌴🏝️

[@eForty6]

Try Porto restaurant in Portillo, we went last time we went there and it was amazing!!!!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We’ve been many times and have that place in a video 😀 - Trevor

[@eForty6]

It’s great to go with family and being able to go to swim in the beach and have great food right there!! Thanks for the great videos!!! We’re Dominican but live in Iowa and always dream of being able to go back and live there

[@jezbear1972]

"this is a pretty big kitchen".... lols

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@jezbear1972]

@@DelightfulTravellers genuinely made laugh out loud... thank you for all your vids... very informative .... We are here right now looking for someone to buy and your content has been helpful ty ty x

[@EduardoJimenez-rk8nw]

Yes you can ride the 4 wheeler on city streets , secundary roads , but NOT on major roads . I'd pick Las Terrenas , much closer to a major airport , a good medical Center , the embassies , Dentists , shopping , etc. The medical aspect is a major issue , you can't stay young forever . And Las Terrenas and Samana province ate exotic ! Prices go up everyday ! So buy low sell high . 🇨🇦🇩🇴👍

[@dovygoodguy1296]

Hi, Eduardo and everybody. I saw a couple of Drive Tours of Last Terrenas and it appeared to be kind of run down looking with very narrow roads. What effect has the flooding had on the issue of infrastructure and simply living there under those possible circumstances? Especially for an older couple.

[@EduardoJimenez-rk8nw]

Great question/comment . Samana weather can change suddenly . It does get lots of rainstorms and booming thunder in the late summer months . So flash flooding is a concern in such hilly terrain . This is a CON . The weather can move in suddenly and surprise you . 🥵 True !

[@EduardoJimenez-rk8nw]

The DR isn't for everyone . You have to be the adventurous type , some people SPOOK easy . 🤣So that must be taken into consideration . The DR has many challenges . However the sun comes out within 24/48 hours after the downpour and the visual beauty is shocking ! So , if you're not comfortable with the situation it's best to get astray at at a mayor hotel for a weekend ?Adventure , nature , discomfort , beauty , heaven , are key words .Get out and live , some don't because they spook easily . 👀 🤣😁

[@Diaz-Ruben]

Las Terrenas is definitely better than cabarete

[@raindances3310]

Doesn't it flood more often though?

[@builttolaugh]

@@raindances3310depends which area but they are working on it. I bought a huge lot with ocean view on a hill recently. Felt in love with it.

[@EduardoJimenez-rk8nw]

Buy where you can afford . As much as you guys love the Caribbean weather and getting out I would recommend buying over renting and hotels are getting SO expensive ! You'll regret it if you don't , trust me ! 👍😭

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Hear ya!

[@oceanwave4142]

How does it go when you need to order something online and have it shipped to where you live in DR? For example if you need a shampoo, a 32" 4k monitor, vitamins/supplements, etc. How smooth is it and how is the tax, is there a way to avoid it?

[@dovygoodguy1296]

Hi, Eduardo and everybody. I saw a couple of Drive Tours of Last Terrenas and it appeared to be kind of run down looking with very narrow roads. What effect has the flooding had on the issue of infrastructure and simply living there under those possible circumstances in addition to the other points I raised yesterday? Especially for an older couple.

[@judyrosario7342]

Hi guys thank you for this comparison video. Loved it. I was interested in snow birding in DR, but read you can’t stay there more than 30 days. I was really surprised by that. Is it true n how would an American be able to stay longer, say 3 month.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

You can stay as long as you want. There's an Over stay fee you pay after the 30 days that ranges in price depending how long you stay. It's not too pricey either given that it's the Caribbean after all - Trevor

[@jennifereusterman]

What airport would you fly into to get there? We have always just flown into Santo Domingo where our family lives.

[@ireneramirez9792]

Good morning! Very good videos. Maybe you can buy in some place that you really like and use it as an inversion . Can rent the property to tourist .

[@DelightfulTravellers]

That's the eventual plan! - Anna

[@jaroslawkusy1136]

Hello from Priddis Alberta , Great videos we love you guys and hoping to see you in LasTerrenas in September !!! What program do you use for editing your vlogs ? Warm Regards

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We won't be here then as that's when our Greece Group Trip is happening. We use Final Cut pro for editing 👍 - Trevor

[@richardurena]

Voto por cabarete

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@glennysmatos6657]

Hi guys when you going to pedernales? Bahia de las águilas it’s amazing

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It's on the list... that's a bigger adventure for sure and we'd like to do that with friends 😀 - Trevor

[@manuelvargas178]

Please tell the name of that project under construction, that’s will be helpful for your audience,,thank

[@DelightfulTravellers]

We just passed by it and decided to film. If anyone is curious about it they can certainly contact their realtor to find out about it. But looking on Google maps it must be Caribey 2. - Anna

[@joselinsanchez1285]

Las terrenas is most quiet, I prefer it, but if you want more part time Cabarete will be better for you.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Quiet? .. sure on the beaches but have you driven through town? haha - Trevor

[@raindances3310]

From your videos, I can tell that I like Las Terrenas better. But I don't like how far from the airport it is. And isn't it known for flooding?

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It's known for flooding for sure... and far from an all year round airport. Pros and cons to that though right? - Trevor

[@maryloumateo663]

Very nice

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@TruthFirst005]

How long does the power usually go out for and why does it go out?

[@barbarab8182]

Great Video, thank you! I agree with Anna about the infrastructure, when I was in LT and saw all the construction, I could not help worrying about that as I have seen it happen in some of my favorite places in Mexico, especially with sewage issues! ( I would thoroughly look into it before buying a place. Love your videos!!!!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Thanks so much! I don't think that will happen here like it has in Tulum or PV in Mexico though. That said, there are A LOT of new buildings in LT but we most were not occupied with renters - Trevor

[@DCampusano1]

Come on guys, just admit it.. Your hearts will always be in Cabarete 😆

[@DelightfulTravellers]

haha.. 💯 ... no question there that's for sure - Trevor

[@Mmmmkaaay]

I'd rather buy something in the mountains to escape the summer heat.😁

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Not us! 🙃

[@claudiavilleda4518]

BEEN FOLLOWING YOU GUYS FOR A WHILE! LOVE THE CONTENT BUT BEFORE YOU DECIDE ON A PERMANENT PLACE YOU HAVE TO GO TO JUAN DOLIO. NO OTHER PLACE IN DR LIKE IT!!! TRUST ME!

[@jorgeduran7168]

Samana is better than punta cana and much better than puerto plata. ❤😂 god bless you.

[@EduardoJimenez-rk8nw]

If you're looking for 100% perfection , you're not gonna find it ANYWHERE ! Canada is close ? But the weather sucks ! So you have to find your nitch within your budget . So you won't drink chamgne but you can knock yourself out on Presidente and Brahma ! 🤣😁🇺🇸🇩🇴🇨🇦

[@josenicolasaponte5232]

Just to clarify, those are not palm trees, they are coconut trees.

[@pilsatortube]

Of course they are palm trees! The coconut tree is a member of the palm tree famiy

[@josenicolasaponte5232]

@@pilsatortube technically speaking yes, coconut trees is also a palm tree.

[@travel_and_explore_with_BIP]

How do you get your visa/residency?

[@pilsatortube]

Not really needed, you pay a small fine if you ever go travel to other places if your tourist visa ran out.. but that’s it. Foreigners are allowed to own properties in the dr without one too. Foreigners are allowed to purchase land in the Dominican Republic with the all same rights as citizens. In fact, it's spelled out in the country's constitution. Google it

[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@gunnardaus5752]

Montserrat 2

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Minus the 2 though - Trevor

[@adnaneroglu2500]

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[@DelightfulTravellers]

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[@sallylee6934]

Been to the DR a few times and I think Mexico or Thailand is cheaper.

[@DelightfulTravellers]

It all depends where you go and what you do in each country. We paid just as much in Thailand last year as here in the DR - Trevor

[@sheilads8761]

Recently visited the DR … stayed in Punta Cana and took a day trip to Santo Domingo… it was extremely depressing seeing the poverty, extreme poverty and very poor living conditions for the native people… piles of garbage on the roads, poor people waiting on the side of the roads/highways daily waiting be chosen to work by piling people on the backs of open pick up trucks, very dirty areas and shacks, this was our experience and this is what we saw driving from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo. It was very sad to see how high the poverty is for the native people. And the river in Santo Domingo was horrible. The smell was very, very bad. The city seemed dirty and dusty.

[@joannebader7906]

There is a lot of poverty in the Dominican that is true. The Dominican is a very beautiful country and the people are very friendly. You must give the Dominican another chance and come to the North coast as well. There is so much natural beauty in the mountains too.

[@joannebader7906]

Just an idea😃. We just finished renting quads and took into back country( el Choco road south of Sabaneta) and found the most amazing waterfalls, rivers, beer at colmados . Fun to discover the country that way😀😀💕

[@geogmz8277]

😧 Holy cow, where in Santo Domingo you went to? I have never seen anything as described there. Of course there's poverty and there are people living under the poverty line, it is a developing country after all, I've found very poor people in Arizona where I live too.

[@sheilads8761]

@@geogmz8277 i know there is poverty everywhere. But this is a type of poverty I had never seen before. It was really very sad and trust me Arizona would not come near to this what I saw.

[@pre-kmemories162]

@@sheilads8761 You have to go to California, and see for yourself the poverty in that state. The state spent 25 billions dollars per year on homeless, Something you might want to know.