So, I feel like maybe I've stepped into the middle of a debate about the North Coast that I am completely unaware of. Fill me in
Background: I was born in Santo Domingo, lived there until I was 4 or so, and also lived in Bonao (Bario de los Gringos lol), VillaAltagrcia and a couple of other places. I have connections to Sosua and Puerto Plata (used to go there during the summers, great memories of that). I like it better than the South Coast, for strictly personal reasons, but what do I know? I haven't lived there for the majority of my life. I have about 10-15 years before I retire (really looking forward to it) but it's never too early to start planning.
< you are much better served in Cabarete
Yes, Cabarete is one of the places that I'm looking at, but apparently, the north coast is full of Dominican hicks. I've lived in Bonao, where my family owns houses and a large cattle ranch (used to be at least, that was long ago). I have lived in cities, and I have lived on finca. I like the country.
Muchas gracias a todos por la ayuda.