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Cabarete, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with low prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than inland Dominican Republic due to tourism.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
69%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, especially beachfront or near popular areas; options range from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods and dining out at tourist spots can be pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport and moto taxis are cheap; car rentals and taxis are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and water sports, but some tourist activities can be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but limited in number; memberships are affordable but not as cheap as local average.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Dominican Peso is relatively stable but subject to moderate fluctuations against USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; some cafes and coworking spaces offer better connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; mostly small setups or shared offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73%
Weight: 30
Several cafes with WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
67%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
59%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among kite surfers and adventure travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Good coastal environment but occasional pollution from tourism and local waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; cleanliness varies widely.
🗨️ Language Barrier
52%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and sea breezes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking outdoor activities; limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to Santo Domingo or abroad recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Affordable compared to Western countries but limited in quality.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities locally; expats often rely on private clinics or travel for advanced care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
43%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season (June-November); occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Natural beaches and some parks; limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer accommodations; less so in budget options.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from nightlife and traffic in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Dominican culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife focused on bars and beach parties; less variety than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent for water sports, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of tours focused on nature and adventure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with seafood focus; some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; mostly small and informal.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly small-scale.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4), convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
51%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community; growing slowly.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; lacks advanced amenities found in larger hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; mostly small local businesses.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; mobile payments growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Puerto Plata (about 30 min away); limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
42%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; mainly moto taxis and informal minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas; less so in outskirts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
39%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; reliance on moto taxis and local taxis.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared vans available but not very comfortable or frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
71%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals common for tourists and locals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in town and surrounding areas; 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
59%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; generally stable in tourist areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
64%
Weight: 10
Available in cafes and some public spots but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; 30-90 days stay common.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
No special digital nomad tax regime; standard Dominican tax laws apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
72%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional protests and political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
48%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow; possible with local assistance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing awareness but limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on Cabarete.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
62%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
57%
Weight: 50
Moderate; some cultural conservatism but tourist areas are more open.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some social issues exist but not prominent.