Complete Cost of Living in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 Monthly Costs since Moving to the Caribbean

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In this week's video we're discussing the cost of living in the Dominican Republic. We recently moved here to escape the Canadian winter and we're passing on to you all the costs per month that we have, or you might have here in Cabarete (but likely could be applied to most expat and tourists areas in the Dominican Republic like Punta Cana, Samana, Puerto Plata, etc.).
We go through all the costs we could think of including:
0:00 Dominican Republic Cost of Living
1:24 Apartment / Condo / Housing Rentals
4:38 Cable and Internet
4:59 Electricity
5:49 Water
6:38 Travel Insurance / Safety Wing
8:27 Mobile Phone Plans
11:15 Restaurants
15:24 Groceries
19:57 Transportation
23:18 Gas
23:57 Gym Membership
24:46 Testing
25:28 Wrap Up
We hope this video helps you figure out the affordability and cost of living here in the Dominican Republic. If you have any questions, leave a comment below!
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@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We're so enjoying the DR! Thanks for watching everyone. Don't forget..... you can sign up for SafetyWing or find out more information here 👉 bit.ly/31PdaKe Stay Delightful ✌️- Anna & Trevor

@edr3245 2 года назад

Hello what's wondering what were the names of some of some of the inexpensive inexpensive breakfast restaurants in cabaret and where you were getting the wonderful sandwiches for 5 American American dollars it would be very helpful if you could tell me I love your videos

@enigmabx 2 года назад

I love it when non-Dominicans move to my country and enjoy it. I can't wait to retire and head back. I would say that the biggest expense is gas, but it is manageable. Great informative channel and I will subscribe.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Yes Gas is certainly the big one! We're glad you're enjoying the channel - Trevor

@enigmabx 2 года назад

Look into the natural gas systems for your vehicle if it's needed. Every time I go back home for vacation, a 4-cylinder car does the job.

@giniolamy 2 года назад

You going to wait till you retire to do that. You people never relise how much time you have here on earth 🌎.

@marimartinez7351 2 года назад

I love it also. So many people are so misinformed. I also Can't wait to retire and go back home. Best of luck.

@enigmabx 2 года назад

@@marimartinez7351 Ignorance is the downfall of humanity

@trevorarodrigues9457 2 года назад

I love and have made San Cristoval, Dominican Republic my home. Making this decision is my best choice. Retired Army veteran.

@richardgomez9442 2 года назад

Thank you for your service! Many blessings for you and your family.

@diegolima5805 2 года назад

I also love San Cristobal .

@lrsales05 2 года назад

Dominican is not cheap by any means

@highwayghost6390 Год назад

@@lrsales05 dominican is cheap if you live normal living life with 200 dollars a month you survive but you must owen a house or a apartment and be paid off

@wichorast Год назад

@@richardgomez9442invading other countries to “help” the people is not very nice.Specially when most times those countries by coincidence have oil reserves

@worldnomaderic 2 года назад

Living in Cabarete for the past two years, I can say these prices are spot on. My wife and I don't usually split (lunch) meals, so our lunches are a little more than stated here. We also noticed that groceries cost about the same as eating out, so we tend to eat out most meals. Great video and very helpful for those that are thinking about visiting.

@keepcreationprocess Год назад

How much is rent? For apartment?

@vickigesner3626 2 года назад

Regarding electricity and water costs on the north coast; like you, we only used AC in our bedroom at night and the most expensive power bill we had was apx $40 (in September -- the hottest month of the year) and our water jug (potable water which was delivered to our door) was about $2 a week. Many places have a well, rather than municipal water, so that will vary according to the place.

@TrudeausBlackFace 2 года назад

Will be retiring there in the next 5-10 years. That island has it all, love it there

@vfg2253 2 года назад

Big fact is that if you do homecooking at least 5 days a week, yo can save up to 60% of your expenses on food. Dominicans normally eat outside at weekends

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We cook at home quite a bit thanks

@Esterina-88 3 месяца назад

That is everywhere in the world. Home cooking is always cheeper!🙃

@myiqisbbq 2 года назад

2 bedroom 2 bathroom. I can see the ocean. /5 minutes from malecon $450 monthly. Internet included. Water included. Balcon, laundry room

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

So good to know! It all comes down to location and amenities like any other country 😀- Trevor

@myiqisbbq 2 года назад

Exactly. Puerto plata is just less expensive than alot of other areas on this beautiful Island. Enjoy the DR wherever you are🌴🌴🌴🍻

@vesuiocs 2 года назад

I love you guys, God bless both of you, I'm very proud of all the content of the entire Dominican Republic videos series, as I am from that country, and being living in Canada🇨🇦 for more than 45 years and ready to go back and retire there and looking forward to it, I'm very grateful about all the information that you had provided me, as you living in Canada is very different , and I'm very proud to call myself Canadian and there's nothing I wouldn't do for this great country Canada, but now it's time to retire in a warmer climate, after working for for than 40 years, thanks so much Canada 🇨🇦 for everything that you have done for me and my family👪

@MapManLK 2 года назад

The area seems rather affordable. . .and for winter that sun is going to be SO delightful! Can't wait for more tours of the surroundings!

@samuelcastillo5878 2 года назад

Excelente video, gracias por apoyar a nuestro país

@faustodominguez8159 2 года назад

hi I'm from Dominican Republic and i Love your video and thank you for supporting the Dominican Republic

@bodiesbydefinition Год назад

Very informative. You touched all of the necessary basis.

@enlighteningeducation8528 2 года назад

*Thanks a lot man! You guys give me hope. soon will be relocating to Santo Domingo*

@Splenda2021 Год назад

Thank you again the info I’m looking for

@irvingestevez2222 2 года назад

Im from DR and you guys got it right. That's as real 💯% as you can get. Very very good information 👌 Keep it up..

@ehJoe 2 года назад

Your videos are so good, and you guys are the best, your passion for what you do shines through in every one 🍁🙏

@myiqisbbq 2 года назад

Welcome to the Island. I've been living here in Puerto plata 1 year. Very affordable. Enjoy🌴🌴🌴🍻

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Good to know you're still enjoying it after 1 year. It's such a great area of the DR - Trevor

@carmelitacasimir7794 2 года назад

You're doing a good job this is the first time some one give all the details on dr thank you very helpful

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

🤗

@robbiemcbobby1829 2 года назад

Good video very informative thanks

@punkinpie27 2 года назад

I love hearing Cost of Living for different places. I find it fascinating. Congrats on your 90k milestone!!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We still can't believe the costs here. It's great! - Anna

@katiefirth8066 2 года назад

Hay anna where you are staying what's it called? Really like to know interested in go there

@adrianagarcia2154 2 года назад

Thank you guys for sharing your experience living in DR! I’m Dominican and I been living in USA for 30 years. Mi plan is going back to my country and stay there for winter season an back to USA for Summer.

@arminsjourney9427 Год назад

For milk they use tetra pak packaging , and that’s why it doesn’t need to store in the fridge, but once you open it you need to keep it in the fridge.

@Payitero 2 года назад

Good recap guys Thanks for visiting us.

@cindycastillo9600 2 года назад

So happy you guys are enjoying yourselves. Just sharing an idea for fresh fruits and vegetables ask the locals where is their marketa. This way is supports the local farms amd it is relatively cheaper and fresher. Also for internet access you can also buy portable wifi boxes which you charge and take with every where you go. Have a great time on your road trip. If you go to a bigger city, try going to price mart (their version of BJs/Sams/Cosco) or Jumbo (their version of Walmart).

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We've been to Jumbo yes... it's great. We had those wifi boxes in the past and they never work the way we want them too haha. Bad reception etc - Trevor

@IanB28 2 года назад

Very informative..Thanks

@taki2003 2 года назад

well researched and great details! thanks for all the info and for sharing this!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Cheers Taki! - Trevor

@taki2003 2 года назад

@@DelightfulTravellers cheers my friend!

@tonyh757 2 года назад

I like ur stories guy ,keep doing what you do

@terryouderkirkful 2 года назад

We really enjoy your informative videos having just purchased a condo at Palm Suites in the Bavaro beach area. One thing we have noticed is how great and affordable Urber is. We can catch an air conditioning ride to the local Jumbo store which is 8 km away for RDH 270 and never wait more than 2 minutes for our ride. The drivers are always friendly and try to speak to us in English, some more than others. Thanks again for your great videos, we are loving our new home in paradise. Cheers Terry & Diane.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks so much 🤗 There was 1 or 2 ubers around Cabarete but it never 'stuck'. Enjoy the DR - Anna

@janicepottie802 2 года назад

Another great video! Looking forward to your road trip!!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

It's starts this week! woohoo - Anna

@BeauRakes Год назад

Great video

@carolinacooper7068 2 года назад

Be sure to check out the cost of staying longer than 30 days if you don't have Dominican residency. This will be charged at the airport when you leave. I am an American who has lived and worked off and on for 30 years.

@roadtriprob8442 2 года назад

Thanks again for the information...it was plus 10 in Saint John NB yesterday so not bad yet ...but I would definitely be interested in seeing you both visit Las Terrenas at some point ...Stay Safe

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We're going to LT in early January. We can't wait! 🤗- Anna

@janicelangille7553 2 года назад

Hello friends ! Thank you for working so hard for us, while in Paradis

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Appreciate that Janice! This video took a loooooong time to create 😅- Anna

@helenshellofanadventure1867 2 года назад

Thanks for all your info. I am coming to DR this year and I think I will live in Las Terrenas

@karenglaicar5486 2 года назад

Great info. I want to move there right now its -20 today in MB Canada lol. Nice video. Thanks and take care.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

woh -20C. I don't even think we could handle that kind of cold Karen 🥶- Anna

@Retireonmybudgetcommunity 2 года назад

Nice information👍

@GiancarfiMarnez 2 года назад

Great info enjoy my country 😍

@joeharvey268 2 года назад

Informative video thank you ....hugs from Cape Breton :)

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

So appreciate that Joe. Hope all is well in CB - Anna

@PeacefulJA 2 года назад

Taxis in your area, Puerto Plata, Cabarete are at tourist prices. In most of the DR Uber is readable available and inexpensive. In November 2021 I paid between 110 pesos/$2 to 200 pesos/$4 to go most places in Santo Domingo and Santiago. Even a longer taxi ride of 28km from Santo Domingo to a town called San Cristóbal was only 670 pesos/$12

@adonissanchez9709 2 года назад

Great info, thanks

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! - Trevor

@selfautonomy7774 Год назад

The Dominican Republic has the Best Economy in the Caribbean and Central America , it has modern day cities with all the modern day conveniences like Santo Domingo , Santiago etc tourism cities , mountain towns , malls I mean everything many people speak English as well and there education system is good for kids , the Dr is really a paradise is way more than tourism , for sure it’s unreal y’all go check it out

@pilotpeego1820 2 года назад

Great video! You guys rock!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks so much PP 🤗- Anna

@jayninehewittspringer6378 Год назад

I’ll be retiring there in about 5 yrs thanks for the info ☀️

@simonstaric3857 2 года назад

very nice

@nathanswartz9147 2 года назад

Thanks for this video :)

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful! - Trevor

@wavvycrockett Год назад

I left the USA for Belize a few years ago... Cant wait to get into this Entire Channel

@Genesis66320 2 года назад

Cabarete is expensive in other towns you can have everything that you named it for low price like the chicken the most expensive is $300 pesos at La Sirena or lower. I love the video because you got every point.

@tarsemjutla6822 2 года назад

you guys are the 1st one i subscribe. i want to move to DR

@flysky6248 2 года назад

Thank you!

@oguttx 2 года назад

Another great video :)

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We’re glad you enjoyed it! 🤗 - Anna

@dsharpent 10 месяцев назад

This video is spot on and EXTREMELY HELPFUL!! Thanks guys!! I'm renting in Puerto Plata for a month 😀

@ericripley9739 2 года назад

Another informative video. Noticed on my tracking app that you seemed to be travelling.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

haha... Eric the spy! 😉- Trevor

@sherazzahoor5972 2 года назад

We are arriving end of the month for a 3 month stay…very helpful 🙏🏽

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks you'll luv it here 😀- Anna

@AcmeRocket 2 года назад

Great info!!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Glad you found it helpful JVM! 🤗- Anna

@chocolatebrownbrotha6167 2 года назад

Great information and congratulations. How did you find your apartment and what resources did you use? Thanks

@Lockdown454 2 года назад

I'm at emotions resort right now in dr the food is good the people are friendly. I recommend atving in the mountains.

@victoriasantiago2303 2 года назад

I am puertorican never been out of the country and am moving with my husband back to his (RD) I am excited watching these videos !!! Island girl for sure

@sandyherreralavidaenelcamp9042 2 года назад

Water!!! it depends on the area but is a standard contract with standard price about 25 dollars a month is most common.

@ashmehrasa8566 2 года назад

Hola! What you have to get to used too is that over here people have a big warm lunch, anywhere from 12:30 to 15:30, and a smaller dinner. Lunch is the main course of the day instead of dinner back in the us or europe or canada where you guys are from.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Good to know... maybe we need to switch up our eating habits 🤗- Anna

@zauniezaun Год назад

I lived in cabaret by the edge of sosua. We didn't pay for water because where we rented they have a well. Electricity can be a bit high (heating at home). I used Claro because Altis was expensive on a daily. Now planning my move back with my lil one for 2023. I also plan on shipping a 3in1 portable ac unit to battle the heat. My son first visit he had insane heat bumps. I'm moving from Toronto BTW.

@elenarotestan5823 2 года назад

Great video 📹👍👏

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thank you 👍

@chillwillfromtheville 2 года назад

I'm an 100% Disabled Veteran getting ready to retire and I'm SERIOISLY debating moving there. I love the location and especially the women. And I'm a beach body

@antoniotula262 Год назад

They opened up a center for Veterans in Sosua while I was there in August. 2 friends with us are Veterans. It's across from Rumba's.

@Splenda2021 Год назад

@@antoniotula262 is this true? More info please if you have it I also am retired Navy disabled vet 100 percent 55 me and my wife wants to retire their next year thx in advance

@antoniotula262 Год назад

It is true, it's called Juvante Veterans Outpatient Clinic & they have locations in Puerto Plata, Santiago & Sosua. I just Googled it & found it immediately. There is also a center of some type in Santo Domingo which may be operated by a different company. The center in Sosua was staffed by really good & friendly people, they thought i was a Veteran also & still spoke to me after i told them i wasn't. I was impressed. I hope this info helps.

@ladymysticiver 2 года назад

Great info thanks for sharing. Appreciate the tip for cell service Altice vs Claro! 👌 7 days and counting... :) 🌞

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

7 days wow... that will go quick 😀- Trevor

@carmenbeltre3385 2 года назад

👍👍👍 GOOD VIDEO

@fingers140 2 года назад

Great information! I'm so jealous. Well tonight it's going down to-31c in Alberta..brrrr I hate it. One day I'll be on that beach! Have fun guys! Anxiously waiting for your next videos! 👏👏👏👍👍

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Yikes that's really cold. Hope it warms up for you there 😀- Trevor

@masterpiece1017 2 года назад

Guys your being over charged for everything. Locals make from 15,000 pesos to a good paying job being 60,000 pesos and they live with that. You’re paying for rent what the average Dominicans don’t make in six months. Think about it travel the country a little bit. My mother and father are Dominican I was born in the USA and I’ve been living in the capital the most expensive city in the Dominican Republic for 25,000 pesos a month. 🤦🏾 You guys are getting the Dominican special.

@victoriad1637 2 года назад

Thanks so much for sharing, it's very kind and generous of you. We're from TO and we'll be retiring soon. What is the difference from renting an apartment vs an AirBNB? I wasn't clear if you got the apartment furnished and applied directly, or went through AirBNB. Looking forward to watching your other videos! They have lots of helpful information and are very relatable. Thank you!!!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks! :) No difference really other than we used AirBnB to book before we arrived to the DR. Once we were there we still used it but also met a lot of folks so booked in person too - Anna

@ramonpepen488 2 года назад

Hi guys.- Have fun in the sun! Dominican Republic, mine beloved country, is one the most affordable country in the world! Beside gas prices, the rest is negotiable. I just suscribe your channel, very informative for the ones planning to move there; they won't regret.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Welcome to our channel Ramon. We're glad you found us. We are loving your country 🥰- Anna

@christinawaite8352 2 года назад

Getting Excited to get to Las Terrenas but will be for sure checking out Cabarete. If its Las Terrenas you headed to can't wait to see your video! We love it and I know you will to. If you happen to see where Covid PCR tests are done there please let me know as I am on the hunt for where will be able to get this done when we are there in January. We are renting as well!!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We aren’t headed to LT just yet. Early January 😀 Def visit Cabarete though. We luv it! - Trevor

@helenmartel3290 2 года назад

Hi Christine. My hubby and I are trying a month I. Las Terrenas end of February. You can Google the area and find clinics for PCR test. If ur from the US needs to be done one day before flight home. That is going to be a nuisance. Hope you enjoy your trip.

@christinawaite8352 2 года назад

@@helenmartel3290 Thanks Helen. Yes I have been googling the area. I was able to find out today we need to go to the international clinic. No appointment necessary. I follow another girl on youtube who lived in Las Terrenas for a few years so I emailed her and she shared the info with me. If you want the link let me know!! I can share it with you. Thanks for the help!!! Any enjoy your trip as well. Our plan is to be in this area for 3 months once we retire. We love it there!!! Its beautiful!!

@doggyfresh123456 2 года назад

When im out there im usually in the campo small town area. I use to get a big plate of rice beans and some stewed meat for like 100 nd something pesos. Beer was 80pesos

@alexvelasco4579 Год назад

Hi I just want to comment that as a Canadian myself travelling to Samana area in DR on a yearly base with my wife average cost of a condo , food , eating out , electricity and essentials you will average $3500 Canadian per month. You need to remember that when people talk in $USD it sounds cheap but we need to add 37% exchange rate so that’s how you get to $3500 per month living and eating like you do back home. You need to know that good quality restaurants automatically add 18% tax plus another 10% mandatory service charge as a tip. Some will also charge you an additional 3-5 % for using a credit card so beware.

@billg3388 2 года назад

I will be in Cabarete in January. Hope I can catch up with you two!! I get in around Jan 15

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

I'm sure you'll see us around the town Bill 😀- Trevor

@adonissanchez9709 2 года назад

Again, great info! By the way, I would like to add that to get around high gas prices, and if you’d consider purchasing a car, most people down in DR convert their vehicles to run on GLP/LPG. Last time I checked, I gallon of LPG cost about 135 pesos!.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Interesting. What’s LPG? I’ve never heard of that haha 😆- Trevor

@adonissanchez9709 2 года назад

@@DelightfulTravellers it stands for Liquified Petroleum Gas (I think, haha). It’s a lot cheaper (about half of regular gas), it’s like propane but adapted for regular cars. LPG gas stations are all over DR. The way it works, you have the kit installed which includes some sort of regulator, hoses, and a tank that holds, 12 to 16 gallons of gas. My advice to get it installed from a reputable shop because there are many shops or inferior kits out there. One down side is that the tank will take up space in the trunk of the car and the fuel attendant will have to open your trunk or hatchback to fuel it. Next time you ride in just about any car, see if you can smell propane or similar smell.

@NellyMiha05 2 года назад

Good video, nice explanation, I’d make one correction about Global Insurance. That island’s weather itself is the best doctor you can have. You never get sick down there. I don’t think you even need a doctor down there, unless you have some chronic disease

@RhondaHeaslip 2 года назад

Gas is a lot less expensive in the Dominican than it is here in British Columbia. We are very much looking forward to coming to the Dominican quite possibly to live as we are both going to retire soon. We love your videos and the fact that you are Canadian and we can relate so much better when you talk about money and the way it is in the Dominican..

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Thanks so much for watching Rhonda. We're glad you find the videos helpful! - Anna

@nhelmiemarcelino7087 2 года назад

Hi I love your content it's very helpful! I'm visiting Punta Cana from Canada and we're staying at an Airbnb. Is it better to pay with DR pesos or USD?

@rayrosebush8994 8 месяцев назад

Love your channel. We are a senior couple looking at spending the winter in Cabarete. We do not want to have a car. Where is the best location in Cabarete to look for accommodations that is walking distance to all services?

@BucketListTravellers 2 года назад

That milk looks like it's UHT milk, so that's probably why it doesn't need to be refrigerated. It's very common in Central American countries as well. We bought powdered milk when we were in Nicaragua as it was a lot cheaper than the refrigerated stuff. We're back on the real stuff now that we're in Spain and we're drinking milk like there's no tomorrow! 😋

@evelinholmes6401 2 года назад

Ones the carton of milk is open it needs to be refrigerated.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Yes we remember seeing that around Central American and South America as well. We're still not sure what to make of it honestly 😅 - Anna

@rosiegirl7112 2 года назад

@@DelightfulTravellers We have UHT milk and dairy products in Canada also it is simply utra high temperature pasteurization so that it is shelf stable until opened and then needs refrigeration. It is more a NA thing that we add cold milk type products to a hot beverage . UHT dairy products are safe but they do have a slightly different taste than our regular pasteurized milk. It just takes getting use to.

@julissaroa5062 2 года назад

There are long life milk here in DR! Some of them can be out of refrigerator after oponed.

@_Passie 2 года назад

I've been in Los Corales in February, but I found the restaurants very expensive. Few cheap restaurants, so I do a lot of cooking yourself.Saves a lot of money. Maybe Cabarete is cheaper.

@Deury._mota02 9 месяцев назад

Watched video 💯💯🙏

@MariaEspinal-pg4pn Год назад

The bus is very comfortable, I take it all the time from Santo Domingo to Puerto PlatA for about 10 dollars.

@darkvikingg3209 2 года назад

Cabarete is definitely nice spend a month there it was a nice experience

@joseenoel8093 2 года назад

Did you include testingsssss and lock-ups? Some wind here, stay safe! Beach 🌴 life suits you! Love from Mtl where I'll probably see your return flight pass south of me now that the leaves are off!

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We talk about testing towards the end of the video 👍- Trevor

@joseenoel8093 2 года назад

Oh I hope it all goes well! I turned 60 and am eligible for the booster (least I'll be youngest somewhere for something), I wish you the best, hubby's an Air Canada Retiree would have liked a southern condo/time share but nay, it's not for me and we'd have been stuck paying unable to use plus other headaches. I'll still let him pick where we travel to, that way I can complain! Much love, Josée xox 🎠🐈

@martnheredia2332 2 года назад

Hello l love your show lm from nagua 🥰

@blackdogization 2 года назад

Very good info. I know you gave price ranges for the various expenses but I'd like to see YOUR total per month expenses ?

@rf5949 2 года назад

I meant Dominican Rebublic! Cannot wait to see how the locals live and where!

@user-le4ns9pz8w 6 месяцев назад

Hi you two, thinking about retiring in the Dominican Republic can you guys give a video on what it would take to move there from Canada

@nancymactravels 2 года назад

Almost at a 100 thousand subscribers 🙌 😀

@ingenieroobras3101 2 года назад

Electric with AC at night during summer aprox. 5 months 4500 pesos x 56.3 = usd winter 7 month electric 2500 pesos x 56.3 = usd. A month internet fiber optic 59mb cable and phone svc 3100 peso x 56.3 = usd. Water depends on if its bldg or house i pay $15 usd every 3 months

@jennifer9410 2 года назад

In terms of what foods you can get ... Sadly there are actually quite a few things that are difficult or impossible to find, if you have a special diet especially.

@PUGONMOUNJARO 5 месяцев назад

Thank you, I am moving in 2 weeks to punta Cana, I will ask my wife if she has seen you haha she lives in San Pedro de Macorís

@alcasant Год назад

I’m close to retiring and planning to move out there🎉

@stevegosselin2485 2 года назад

Great video with some very helpful information. We have just started looking into retirement in the DR and looking for as much information as possible. Was wondering if you know of any expat sites to join for information on the cabarete area. We are from Calgary

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

The only group we know of is the one here in Cabarete on Facebook. But it's not for locals, it's for everyone that lives here 😀- Anna

@ronwilliams4249 2 года назад

I am Canadian and have been here in the Dr for 18 years, Claro , Altice (orange) & Viva are the 3 carriers and you can buy phone credit (re-charge) everywhere. All lotto shops, corner stores ( colmado) sell phone credit, just tell them your carrier , phone # and what you want. easy peasy.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Good to know. We just didn't want to be topping up every 5 days. That just doesn't work for us and it's why we went with Altice in the end 🤗- Anna

@ronwilliams4249 2 года назад

@@DelightfulTravellers There is a code for all the companies, to get a menu and balance. You can put in a credit and from there put in any option you want from your balance. The 5 day is actually best because you get more GB. If you put in the month and use up your GB's then your data is very slow. Buying re-charge is very easy and you don't need to go to Altice, Claro or viva stores. I only use 5 days packets, you get more speed and it's less than 1000rd pesos per month....Cuidate mucho Adidos.... Feliz Navidad

@LSSHito 2 года назад

RD is quite affordable for outsiders with medium incomes, they can live in tourist areas or in places further inside the country, such as condominiums that are usually quite safe (A good house with 3 or 4 bedrooms and several bathrooms usually does not cost more than 800 dollars of monthly rent, and it is the most expensive, but depending on the area you live, you can find the same with less than 400-500 dollars.In an area that we say are VIP, they would be the most expensive without a doubt. I would recommend to someone who wants to retire here, buy a house or an apartment, if they have a good guide they could even buy a piece of land to build to their liking. The average cost of electricity would be about 20-35 dollars a month, in water 20-30. Everything clear depending on its consumption, it can be more expensive or cheaper. People who cook can easily have the three meals a day with about 20 dollars, something more if they want to do elaborate things will all depend on how much you want to cook and for how many people.

@LSSHito 2 года назад

Something else, here en DR you can have free Covid test, at least from where im from (Santiago) and some other cities, Salud Publica Does it for free, both test, but maybe where you are does not do it for free

@Kricke87 2 года назад

I think you just hit the nail on the head with your initial words, "RD is quite affordable for OUTSIDERS with medium incomes". Because the big question is, would you consider a country affordable if, to be able to have a decent living you have to earn more or less 10x the minimum wage? Personally I don't consider DR affordable at all, and I've been living here for 10 years. Yes, restaurant visits and other services are affordable, but why is that? Because the salaries are so low. So of course you can provide cheap services if you barely have to pay for staff. But because DR is mostly a country importing products, the majority of products are as pricey or even more expensive as elsewhere.

@vinz300000 Год назад

Thanks Lissette. Which area specifically you think it is possible to find that 400-500 house? Sosua for example? Can you be specific and mention one or two locations?

@tatiharmass5628 2 года назад

Great video, what's are the restrictions un this moment? Masc?, pass?, Etc?

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

Masks indoors and passes in larger stores. We're outside always besides that - Anna

@tatiharmass5628 2 года назад

@@DelightfulTravellers Thanks!

@alexher78 2 года назад

For living to get the same things you average in Canada or States, you need around USD$3,500.00 including a USD$800.00 mortgage here is what you mist: - Water cost is an average 500 Dominican Pesos a month, is like USD$9.00, but this does not include drinking water. - you talking about regular GAS, that destroys cars, premium GAS is the only GAS you should use.

@juanignaciomilanese1479 2 года назад

I had to pay water while living there (in a place that was not a condo, close to Encuentro beach) but is was not a significant amount of money (kind of $5 a month or so at the time, yet it worked a few hours a day only -the place have a 1000L tank though-) On "buses" is based on distance (starting DR$25) and usually an foreigner tax of "I charge you whatever" applies, so know the price and pay beforehand. After 6pm, it has a higher price (ie. Sosua Cabarete was DR$50) On electricity, you have to think around $200 a month if you use AC. In winter, not using even fan, I used to pay around $12 a month. I guess I had a frugal live xD Something you completely missed to mention is the fact that if you are not retired (earning more than $2k/month) and you live there more than 6 months and 1 day (in a year, no matter how many times you leave and reentry the country) you have to pay taxes on your earnings (doesn't matter if you are paying already in your origin country) Of course you can avoid paying, yet is still a crime even if you don't have a legal residence there, have that in mind.

@travelsofangel7434 2 года назад

Great info, I want to go one day a stay a bit on that side of the island. BTW, what cell phone do you have? The pink one looks large.. Is it a max pro iphone? I need a bigger screen and was curious.

@DelightfulTravellers 2 года назад

We both have iPhone 11 Pros. Not the Max! - Anna