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Lifestyle Guides
Tipping in the Dominican Republic: A Practical Guide for Visitors and Expats

Tipping in the Dominican Republic: A Practical Guide for Visitors and Expats

Tipping in the Dominican Republic works differently than in the U.S. or Canada. Restaurants add a 10% service charge (the propina legal) to your bill. Leaving an extra 5-10% in cash for good service is standard. At hotels, tip bellhops 50-100 pesos per bag and housekeeping 100-150 pesos per day.

David Logan
27 feb 202613 min de lectura
Living in DR
Dominican Republic Tourism Growth and What It Means for Lifestyle and Investment

Dominican Republic Tourism Growth and What It Means for Lifestyle and Investment

Dominican Republic Tourism Growth and What It Means for Lifestyle and Investment The Dominican Republic welcomed over 11.6 million visitors in 2025. It started...

David Logan
24 feb 202612 min de lectura
Market Updates
Major Infrastructure Projects Driving DR Real Estate in 2026

Major Infrastructure Projects Driving DR Real Estate in 2026

Major Infrastructure Projects Driving DR Real Estate in 2026 New roads, metro lines, and ports in the Dominican Republic tend to boost nearby property values...

David Logan
24 feb 202612 min de lectura
Market Updates
Dominican Republic Economy and Investment Climate: What the Numbers Tell Foreign Investors

Dominican Republic Economy and Investment Climate: What the Numbers Tell Foreign Investors

Dominican Republic Economy and Investment Climate: What the Numbers Tell Foreign Investors The Dominican Republic posted record foreign direct investment of...

David Logan
23 feb 202611 min de lectura
Dominican Republic Area Guides
Is the Dominican Republic Safe? What Visitors and Expats Need to Know

Is the Dominican Republic Safe? What Visitors and Expats Need to Know

The Dominican Republic is generally safe for visitors and expats. It carries the same Level 2 travel advisory as France and Italy. Tourist areas like Punta Cana, Cabarete, and Las Terrenas have low crime rates and dedicated tourist police.

David Logan
19 feb 202614 min de lectura
Comparison Guides
Mexico vs. Dominican Republic: Which Country Is Better for Real Estate, Retirement, and Living Abroad?

Mexico vs. Dominican Republic: Which Country Is Better for Real Estate, Retirement, and Living Abroad?

If you are weighing Mexico vs. the Dominican Republic, you are not alone. These are two of the most popular countries for Americans and Canadians looking to buy property, retire, or live abroad. But they differ in ways that matter a lot depending on what you are looking for.

David Logan
13 feb 202613 min de lectura
Legal & Process Explainers
CONFOTUR in the Dominican Republic: Tax Benefits Every Property Buyer Should Understand

CONFOTUR in the Dominican Republic: Tax Benefits Every Property Buyer Should Understand

If you are buying property in the Dominican Republic, you will likely come across the term CONFOTUR. It shows up in listings, developer brochures, and...

David Logan
8 feb 202615 min de lectura
Legal & Process Explainers

How to Buy Property in the Dominican Republic as a Foreigner

Yes, foreigners can buy property in the Dominican Republic with the same legal rights as Dominican citizens. You don't need residency, citizenship, or any special permits. You can sign a purchase contract while visiting on a tourist visa, and the title goes directly in your name.

David Logan
4 feb 202613 min de lectura
Real Estate Tips
Guía al Paraíso

Guía al Paraíso

Bienvenido a la Guía al Paraíso de DRListings.com En esta guía, intentaremos cubrir toda la información que necesitará para comprar una casa en la República...

David Logan
4 mar 201513 min de lectura
Real Estate Tips
About Dominican Republic - Tourism & Investment Real Estate

About Dominican Republic - Tourism & Investment Real Estate

Over the past 10 years, the Dominican Republic has undergone unprecedented development, attracting investors from around the world. According to the central bank statistics in 2014 total air passenger arrivals averaged 490,000 each month for an astonishing 4.7 million total arrivals.

David Logan
17 jul 20084 min de lectura