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LIVING in the Dominican Republic: Pros & Cons! #digitalnomad

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Thinking about living in the Dominican Republic? After seven years (actually realizing it’s more like 8.5 years!!) of truly integrating and knowing this Caribbean country as a travel reporter, I’m sharing everything you need to know—from the positive to the challenging.
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👋🏽 I'm Lily - Award-winning travel journalist based in the US helping you explore the world consciously through cultural immersion, honest insights on travel/tourism, and responsible storytelling. https://www.tourismlens.com
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20 Comments

@tourismlens Creator 1 year ago (edited) Pinned

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@BeThrifty2 1 year ago

One of my favorite things about DR when I was growing up there was the power outages. My grandmother would light candles and everyone would sit around and talk all night while drinking coffee. When the power came back, the entire neighborhood would clap and rejoice. Good times.

@angomp9705 1 year ago

I am Dominican, and I approve this message 😅

@teroneoneal9937 1 year ago

This is the most realistic explanation about the DR and living abroad in general. Too often, especially from Black American Women, it's typically oversold on how better or greater it is than the US. They would never tell you about their issues and challenges, and it's so misleading and unfair for those who follow them. Thank you for being transparent about your experiences. I'm sure you could have spoken longer on the negatives, but you balanced it well.

@eugeneestevez1322 1 year ago

As a Dominican , your 100% on point on everything you mentioned.

@ThasiMaccabeus 1 year ago (edited)

I am from Barbados and would like to visit. This is a very realistic analysis of the DR...thank you. I tried listening to some other YT channels, mostly American males looking for you know what, and you dont get a good feel for the Island. Again thank you!

@jonpotthoff2868 10 months ago

I loved your video. I first visited the DR in 1984, on a work trip. In 1985 I met my future wife. We married in 1986. In approximately 2010 we bought a 2/3 acre lot on the river Yuboa, close to the city of Bonao. Over the course of several years we built a large home there. For many reasons we eventually sold our beloved home and bought a condo in Boca Chica. That is where we now spend much of the winter months. We travel the country extensively every year. I love going to the mountainous country where my wife’s sister lives. We also try to spend some time on the north coast in Cabarete. The beach scene there is special.

@profeagayu 1 year ago

I lived in Santo Domingo for 3 years full time and currently live there for part of the year. This is a great overall summary of the Dominican Republic. Great job! Subscribed!

@edrisd.1285 1 year ago

I enjoyed your review and honest opinions about the DR. I thought about moving to the DR and changed my mind because of the accidents and customer service issues. I dealt with this in Portugal, and I know my tolerance levels.

@lovedbydrea 5 months ago

This is spot on! I will say that most places in the Caribbean share these same cons, but the pros are worth it for me because I value peace and slow pace.

@mbstclair 1 year ago

I ❤ going to DR.I am in the process of living there very soon.Thank you for positive feedback.

@marianobuenrostro9164 1 year ago

The best video I ever watched about the DR, spot on. The pros and cons of living there and the Dominican culture. Thanks.

@titeofcpt2867 1 year ago

I absolutely enjoyed this content. I'm in DR every 2 o 3 months. I love ❤️ that place.

@xiomaraartiles898 1 year ago

I am from DR and also agree with everything you said in this video. I hope your father gets better and soon you can come back to my beautiful country, nice people are always welcome .
GOD, HOMELAND AND LIBERTY
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
🇩🇴♥️🇺🇸

@snukasuper 1 year ago

Your recap was spot on. A product of you having spent so much time learning the country from every corner of the island. I can't disagree with or rebut your assessment.

@AphrooneRichardson 1 year ago

Shout out from CHI-TOWN CHICAGO, IL, USA! Thanks for sharing this highly informative and enlightening podcast! I read your Dominican Guide book about three years ago! AMEN-ASE!

@emilsisorganizandote2688 1 year ago

THANK YOU! I am a Dominican living in NY and I agree with everything. It was super fair. I miss the “Pros” that you have mentioned soooo much BUT i leave my country because of the “Cons” so very well done. I love that you finish the video with out music and showed some photos too ❤

@julieweiner1623 1 year ago

Been here in Dominican Republic for 7 years

@gabrielcarmonaone 1 year ago

Im Dominican and I'm agree 💯 all you said ...we are a good country ...but we need to improve a lot of things 🇩🇴

@light2God 1 year ago

You are so spot on with the con’s. I am trying to move back to DR and I am terrified about the driving and the customer service, it really really sucks!