gracedbecker
1/18/2016 00:37 EST
I'm a 23 year old American girl wanting to live in DR for several weeks, possibly several months. I'm looking for an area with walking distance to the beach as well as a small walk to markets/restaurants. I also want to be close to hiking and other beautiful nature. I also would like an area that has English speaking people and a somewhat touristy vibe while still being filled with peace and beauty. I looked into Puerto plata but am still unsure what would suit me best. Any ideas??
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Mikeytraveller
1/18/2016 06:58 EST
If you check out www.costambar.org , you can find out all the details of this beautiful gated community just outside of the city of Puerto Plata. I'm sure it will be just what you want.
Mike
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Tankawakpa
1/18/2016 10:58 EST
Hi,
Come to Sosua. There is a gated community called Casa Linda that offers short and long-term rents. The english speaking community inside the project and in Sosua in general is quite strong. Although Casa Linda is not on the beach it has a free shuttle that takes you to the beach, to the supermarket, and to Cabarete. There is a zip line nearby, right in the middle of nature, and you can take guaguas (buses), motoconchos (motorcycles) and cheap taxis like the locals to get around.
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lasterrenashomes
1/18/2016 16:25 EST
Las Terrenas probably has all you're looking for. But, if you're coming in Jan.-Feb., its a bit difficult to find any longer term rentals for a reasonable amount. Cabarete is nice too, and has a good number of kite surfing enthusiasts who are closer to your age.
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gracedbecker
1/18/2016 17:33 EST
I briefly looked into the weather and all months looked pretty nice temperature wise, some months rainier than others. is jan/feb the busiest time for tourism? when do you recommend visiting for a long term stay?
I appreciate the comments so far. has been a lot of help already :)
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lasterrenashomes
1/19/2016 16:26 EST
The busiest months are generally from mid December to March. And Easter holidays... It gets crazy here. I think the best deals can be found between second half of April to July. Here in LT May is usually a bit rainy, although last year it was super dry.
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Tankawakpa
1/19/2016 17:27 EST
Yes, January and February are pretty busy. Therefore, the rents will be more expensive. May-June is a nice period. It is not too hot yet and there are less people around.
Las Terrenas is beautiful with quite a few French and Italian expatriates. In Sosua, you will find Canadians and Americans, but also many Germans and Swiss people, and a few Russians.
I am less familiar with the Punta Cana area.
Another part of the Dominican Republic that is really stunning is the area around Barahona. It is not developed yet. Some parts look a little bit like the Mohave desert. You also have gorgeous beaches, lakes, flamingos... I like it very much.
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