Why The Dominican Republic?
From early morning walks on the beach, surfing, playing golf, diving, keeping fit and healthy, making new friends, learning a new language, or just taking it easy, there’s always plenty to do or not to do here in the Dominican Republic….it’s completely up to you.
If you’re anything like me, chances are it was ingrained within your being at an early age to work as hard as possible and to do your utmost to succeed and excel in everything you did. But what’s it all for if at some point in your life you can’t relax, sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor? Life is definitely too short and more often than not we end up chasing the carrot forgetting that someone else is holding the stick.
If you have the means, living in The Dominican Republic allows you to choose your own pace of life, and on your own terms and conditions rather than those of somebody else. Do you need to be a millionaire to live comfortably here? Absolutely not, having said that, if it is your goal to retire here, you will need to show that you have a monthly income or pension of US$1,500 per month (plus U$250 for every person coming with you), and if that’s the case, a whole new life and world of opportunities await you.
You can live very reasonably here, and generally the cost of living can be tailored to suit your budget and needs.
DR Property Guys Tay Oz and Phil Hodgkinson have between them over 45 years’ experience living here in The Dominican Republic and we would be more than happy to help show you the ropes and to get you plugged into your new way of life as seamlessly as possible.
Our goal is not only the find the perfect place for you, but to help you settle in, feel at home and begin enjoying and living the life you always dreamed of…..Here are just a few examples of why The Dominican Republic is an excellent choice for your future.
Early morning walks…
It’s funny how that, just because you don’t have to, waking up early here can become second nature. There’s nothing better than seeing a new sunrise or to feel the coolness of a tropical morning, the dew on the grass and the sound of nature slowly coming to life. It’s also a great time to hit the beach, take a stroll and feel the sand beneath your toes, the health benefits of which are simply too numerous to mention….My father used to say that he felt 10 years younger whenever he came to visit due to the warmer climate.
Going with the flow…
Sometimes it’s not so easy to switch off, or deconstruct our internal programing in exchange for one that says “relax, take it easy & enjoy the moment”, but the simple fact is, our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Just simply being, watching nature and the flow of life unravel itself is all some people need to feel happy and contented.
What’s on your bucket list?
Sure you can take it easy, but you don’t always have to, there are plenty of things to do here that can keep you entertained and occupied, plus this is a good place to tick a few more items from that bucket list of yours…
Diving…
There are some great local dive schools here with excellent instructors that will open up a whole new under-water world for you, and a whole new circle of friends, there’s a very special and distinct camaraderie that exists between divers. There are some great dives here, Tay Oz, one of the DR Property Guys is an avid diver, so any questions you might have, don’t hesitate to get in touch and let us know.
Watersports…
Again, great schools and instructors should you want to try your hand at Surfing, Kite Boarding, Wind Surfing and Paddle Boarding, great exercise and once you have the kit, all pretty low cost leisure activities.
Joining a Charitable Organization…
Want to give a little something back? There are several charitable organizations that can always use a helping hand, be it helping those less fortunate or supporting one of the animal welfare organizations here on the north coast. There’s always someone that needs a helping hand…
Golf…
There are some amazing golf courses in and around the Dominican Republic again too numerous to mention here, but for residents special rates and terms apply throughout the country with Fedogolf, and so a whole host of world class golf courses can be available to you with the right information, knowledge and contacts. More details here.
Learning Spanish…
We strongly recommend that you take the time and opportunity to learn a few words each day, and begin watching T.V. or movies with subtitles as well as reading out loud in Spanish. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you advance, all it takes is a little time and commitment. Once you begin to construct sentences and speak with the people around you, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you advance and how much fun it is.
Start a business…
Just a thought and an option for those of you that feel the need to be active or have a project on the go, it really is relatively easy to open a business here in The Dominican Republic in comparison to the bureaucracy and the hoops you have to jump through elsewhere.
Exploring the Country…
There are so many really cool places to visit here and so many wonderful things to see. The diversity of The Dominican Republic really is quite remarkable, it’s lots of fun and exciting to plan and explore the country a few days at a time. The highways have improved dramatically over the past 10 years or so and it really is quite easy to get around on well-constructed roads, the possibilities at your fingertips really are too numerous to mention….
Meeting the People…
Dominican people really are quite unique. When I first arrived here 27 years ago I was told that all you need for a really good party is a couple of Dominicans and a bottle of rum. While this analogy may be true for most of us, it’s fair to say that Dominican people really live for the moment, they are genuinely happy, friendly, and very proud people.
I always used to say that here in The Dominican Republic, you’re never far away from a smile, and as you travel around, it’s interesting to see just how many smiles you might see as you pass through the towns and villages.
These are just a few reasons as to why The Dominican Republic is the perfect place to get away from it all and to find a new way of life and living….any questions you might have, don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’d be more than happy to help.
Dominican Republic Has it All…
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