Originally Posted by shimmy2

Another thing about 3rdworld man, if you've never been its an adjustment. get used to walking lots more, eating a purer diet, dodging bikes and other vehicles constantly, little kids wanting to shine your shoes/rob you, petty theft, overt grand theft, home invasions, corrupt policia, people commonly not having change for you when you buy something, etc. If it weren't for the great weather, beautiful beaches, and smokin hot whores i wouldn't suggest living there... not even vacationing there... but if you're willing to learn the language and adapt, and ease your way in there it is very bearable. I would say you need a minimum of 1500-2000/mo to be moderately comfortable in the DR by american standards. I can get by on less, but for a newbie you need that, possibly more for the first year living there. remember you are 'daddy warbucks' to everyone there. use that perception to your advantage, stay safe, and have fun