The Dominican Republic has plenty to offer expats who come to live and work within its shores. It has some of the best natural scenery in the world, a pleasant tropical climate, and an affordable cost of living. Its expansive coastline is home to beautiful beaches, and there is great diversity in the interiors, in … Read more
Swaying palm trees, pristine beaches, colorful abodes and plenty of sunshine are just a few aspects of the good life that you are bound to enjoy if you decide to move to the Dominican Republic. This Caribbean nation shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, which is located to the west. It offers residents and … Read more
Who are you? Im Annamarie Gaglione, a 20 something year old originally from New Jersey, United States.Author of Jersey Girl Gone Caribbean blog and a full time student studying political science. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Dominican Republic in June of 2017 because my fiancé was offered a job … Read more
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at the Dominican Republic and some of the blogs that might be useful for expats there.Middle of Nowhere in the Dominican Republichttp://yoursaucepans.blogspot.com/ Well-known blogger and … Read more
Interview Transcript Expat Focus: Okay, Lindsay, you’re a British expat. Lindsay de Feliz: Yep. Expat Focus: Living in the Dominican republic.Lindsay de Feliz: Yes. Expat Focus: You’re also a well-known blogger, and soon, in the near future, going to be an author as well. Lindsay de Feliz: Very exciting. Expat Focus: Before we come on … Read more
The Dominican Republic is one of the better known countries and territories in the Caribbean, and also one that draws quite a large number of expats. It shares the island of Hispaniola with its smaller neighbor, Haiti. The Dominican Republic is the second largest nation in the Caribbean after Cuba, in terms of both land … Read more
Making a new life on a Caribbean island is a common expat dream. The Dominican Republic tends to be one of the more common choices, for a number of different reasons. In many ways, life in the Dominican Republic is great – expats love the sunny weather, the relaxed pace of life, the natural beauty, … Read more
The Dominican Republic, on the island of Hispaniola, is the second largest Caribbean nation. Despite its small size, it is a country with a diverse landscape. It is especially known for its typically Caribbean white sand beaches. Expats will also be treated to abundant natural beauty in the tropical rainforests, valleys, lakes, rivers and semi-desert … Read more
Childbirth is no piece of cake in any country. The decision to have a baby in a new place makes the entire experience all the more daunting. However, with a little bit of preparation the whole procedure can become much easier. Below are the basics of giving birth in the Dominican Republic. Hospitals Almost all … Read more
Who are you? I’m Jen, a storytelling island mom-wife who writes for Drinking the Whole Bottle. I’ve been published on the Huffington Post, Matador Network, and Elephant Journal and am also a contributor for Wanderlust and Lipstick and Women Who Live on Rocks. I also have a habit of rescuing street animals. Where, when and … Read more