My friends and I have been traveling to the DR for about four years now and have finally decided to take the plunge and rent an apartment there. We have decided on on Santiago because we love the fact that it is less touristy than other "cities" on the island.
My question is, which neighborhoods would be ideal for someone who travels there once a month and does not actually plan to live there full-time. Ideally, it would have reliable security and internet access (we would like to be able to conduct business online). It does not have to be furnished and we are willing to pay up to $500 USD per month. Previously, we have rented an apartment close to the monument. I believe that the area is called Parte Alta. We liked that area, but would like to explore others.
I'v done a search of this forum, but it seems that all of the posts on this subject are old. We have a friend in Santiago that is helping us. However, I always like to do my own research before I make a decision.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Vince.
My question is, which neighborhoods would be ideal for someone who travels there once a month and does not actually plan to live there full-time. Ideally, it would have reliable security and internet access (we would like to be able to conduct business online). It does not have to be furnished and we are willing to pay up to $500 USD per month. Previously, we have rented an apartment close to the monument. I believe that the area is called Parte Alta. We liked that area, but would like to explore others.
I'v done a search of this forum, but it seems that all of the posts on this subject are old. We have a friend in Santiago that is helping us. However, I always like to do my own research before I make a decision.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Vince.