Dominican Republic Expat and Travel Blog July Archive

The Pearl of the South, Santo Domingo's Western Region

07/31/09 07:30

Santo Domingo, now known as the Dominican Republic, is a place of exasperating beauty and full of joyful Caribbean pleasures. As the first island rediscovered by Christopher Columbus, Santo Domingo is truly a heavenly slice of the Caribbean pie.

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Sausages and Flies

A little story of my sausage trauma in the Dominican Republic

On the road in the D.R. I used to stop at my favorite parada (highway snack shack). You can pick up a coke, fried chicken and plantains. Quite tasty! Open front, crooked roof, dirty bathroom, couple of plastic tables. Really friendly people, just how Dominicans are. The owner is a large pretty lady called Juana.

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Quest for Your Dream Home: Some Fast Facts

Its surprisingly easy to buy a Real Estate Object down in the D.R. You don't need a residency, a permit, any complicated paperwork. You won't pay a lot of taxes (near to none). And if you do it half way sensibly, it's safe.

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The Captivating Dominican Republic

There are a lot of travel destinations out there which is waiting for a traveler to explore.

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The 4 Best Places for your own li'l Piece of Paradise

I know that you've dreamed of having your own place somewhere down there in the Caribbean. Endless white beaches, swaying palm trees, tropical rhythms...

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Best Information Resource for Expats

If you are looking for more information about moving to Domican Republic, then britishexpat.com (link below), is one hell of a resource for you.

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WHAT BENEFITS DO I HAVE IF I MOVE BACK IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC??

If anyone can let me know where do I go to find out about moving back to retire in my so loved Dominican Republic.

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Guide to Moving to the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is still relatively unheard of to expats, as compared to its neighbors such as Costa Rica and Mexico.

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