Culture and Attractions
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Sosúa (Small community theater nearby)
- Local Markets
- Saturday Organic Market at Sea Horse Ranch
- Music Scene
- Cabarete Jazz Festival
- Street Art
- Murals along the walls of the Calle Libre
- Cooking Classes
- Natura Cabarete Caribbean cooking workshops
- Art Galleries
- The Gallery at Extreme Hotels
- Historic Buildings
- Victorian houses in Puerto Plata center
- Local Heritage
- Taino heritage tours in the northern hills
- Must-See Landmarks
- El Choco National Park (Caves and lagoons)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Mundo King Art Museum (Nearby in Sosúa)
- Historical Sites
- Fortaleza San Felipe (Puerto Plata, 45 mins away)
- Religious Sites
- Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia
- Annual Events
- Master of the Ocean (Watersports competition in February)
- Cultural Districts
- Calle Principal (Main drag)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Las Cuevas de Cabarete (Caves and hiking trails)
- National Parks Nearby
- Monumento Natural Lagunas de Cabarete y Goleta
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Kite Beach walking path and the trails of El Choco
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Teleférico Puerto Plata (Cable car to Mount Isabel de Torres)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Laguna de Goleta
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Bozo Beach (Informal gatherings often occur)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- CPS or Vimen Paq (approx. $4/lb for US shipping)
- Tech Repair Services
- Compucentro Sosúa
- Table Tennis Spots
- Villa Taina (Available for guests and patrons)
- Language Classes
- Cabarete Language Institute (Spanish and French classes)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The Hub (Quiet mezzanine level)
- Community Centers
- The DREAM Project (Local educational NGO)
- Gaming Lounges
- None; specialized internet cafes are found in Puerto Plata
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Coral Reef Casino in Sosúa
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $112,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,900 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $76,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,600 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $156,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,750 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $105,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,400 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $192,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $128,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 27%
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10%
- Tax System
- Territorial (income from source outside DR is often exempt for first 3 years of residency)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 25%
- VAT
- 18% (ITBIS)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No strict CFC rules in place
- Property Tax
- 1% on values exceeding approx. $170,000 USD (IPI)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 3% transfer tax on the appraised value
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Potential for 0% tax on foreign-sourced income under specific residency permits
Essentials
- City
- Cabarete, Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic
- Population
- Approximately 15,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 40-100 Mbps via Fiber (Claro or Altice)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 USD ≈ 59.50 DOP, 1 EUR ≈ 64.20 DOP
- Tap Water
- Not drinkable; use bottled water (Botellónes cost ~60 DOP)
- Power
- 110V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B (US Sockets); highly recommend surge protectors
- SIM Card
- Claro or Altice (approx. 500 DOP for 5GB data/7 days)
- Banking for Expats
- Banco Popular or Banreservas; Revolut/Wise work for USD withdrawals
- Accommodation
- Kite Beach condos, e-Cabarete apartments, and Perla Marina villas
- Cashless Friendly
- Partially; cards accepted at supermarkets/hotels, cash (DOP) needed for GuaGuas and local shops
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, VRBO, and local agencies like Cabarete Real Estate
- Budget Accommodation
- Friends Hostel (approx. $20/night), Beach House Cabarete
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Cabarete Bay (Downtown) for nightlife and restaurants
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Procab or Kite Beach for a quieter environment and reliable fiber optics
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- The Hub Cabarete ($15/day, $180/month)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Vagamundo Coffee & Waffles (Great WiFi, robust power outlets)
- Networking Events
- Weekly Digital Nomad Meetup at Fresh Fresh Cafe
- Social Events for Expats
- Cabarete Community Facebook Group and kitesurfing meetups at Kite Beach
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber is limited; use local 'Moto-conchos' (~100 DOP) or 'GuaGuas' (~50 DOP)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Moto Pancho (approx. $15/day or $250/month for a scooter)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Playa Encuentro (World-class surfing, 10 mins away)
- Top Regional Airline
- Sky High Aviation or Arajet
- Top International Airline
- JetBlue, American Airlines, United (via STI or POP airports)
- Highway Access
- Route 5 (Autopista Puerto Plata-Río San Juan)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Caribe Tours Bus Terminal (Sosua, 15 mins away)
- Public Transport Passes
- No passes; pay per ride in cash to GuaGua drivers
- Regional Travel
- Caribe Tours or Metro ST bus service to Santo Domingo ($10-12)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Centro Médico Cabarete (International standards, 24/7 ER)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Yoga Loft at eXtreme Hotels ($15/class)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Cabarete Fitness Academy or Rogue Fitness
- Laundry Services
- Lavanderia El Centro (approx. 400 DOP per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Komida (local delivery app)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- La Bandera Dominicana (Rice, beans, and meat)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Fresh Fresh Cafe (Smoothie bowls and Buddha bowls)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Heladeria Mariposa (Artisan gelato)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Supermercado Janet's (Main grocery store in town)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- EncargoPaq (Freight forwarder for Amazon/US orders)
- Grocery Delivery
- Supermercado Playero (Online ordering available via WhatsApp)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Cabarete Bay Beachfront (Ojo, Lax, and Voyager)
- Local Brewery
- Brauhaus Cabarete (Craft beer and German-style food)
- Wine Bars
- Tuva Restaurant (Excellent wine selection beachfront)
- Street Food Stalls
- Empanada stands near Janet's Supermarket (40 DOP each)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Yalla (Middle Eastern Tapas) or Pomodoro (Italian)