Not true. I’m always in the north of the country and I love it. ( not talking about Puerto Plata or Sosua) Jarabacoa is absolutely beautiful and has some great restaurants, Bonao, La Vega, Salcedo, Tenares, Macorís and of course Santiago have wonderful places to eat and visit and the people are super friendly and let’s be honest, the best looking and I mean gorgeous Women are in El Cibao…
Santiago in my opinion is way better to live than the Capital. Much cleaner, organized,great looking people, tons of nightlife and restaurants and lots to do.
The North / El Cibao is the true essence of The Dominican Republic, if you guys believe that beach towns is what make The DR, you’re truly missing out on this country BIG TIME!