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Cabarete, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with low costs for food, transport, and entertainment.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced rentals, especially outside peak tourist seasons; beachfront properties can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and moto-taxis are cheap and widely used; car rentals are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and activities, though some tourist-oriented venues charge premium prices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but limited; memberships are moderately priced.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Dominican Peso has moderate stability but subject to occasional fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; some fiber available but inconsistent in remote areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; mostly small local setups or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
62%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among kite surfers and adventure travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable prepaid SIM cards.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with easy access to beaches and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings, though some areas have litter issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be moderately clean but some spots suffer from waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist zones.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with outdoor activities but limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; private clinics better but not up to Western standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; suitable for minor issues and emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; occasional flooding and storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and outdoor areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from nightlife and traffic in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich Dominican culture with music, dance, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife focused on bars and beach parties, but limited compared to major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, water sports, hiking, and nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, water sports, and adventure activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options present.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4) suitable for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; some mobile payment options but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport (Puerto Plata) has limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; mainly moto-taxis and minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but less so in spread-out neighborhoods.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of Uber or similar services.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but can be unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals common for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in town and tourist areas; rural spots less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages in some areas; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many countries; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some media constraints.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional protests and political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure tailored for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population.