Cabarete Guides

Seventeen guides to the north coast, written from a condo in downtown Cabarete, 350 m from the beach.

Everything below comes from actually being there — what the wind does month by month, where to eat, how to get in from the airport, and what nobody tells you before you arrive.

Cabarete bay at the western end, Dominican Republic
Planning
Where to Stay in Cabarete: An Honest Guide to the Areas
Town centre, Kite Beach, Encuentro or Sosúa — what each area is actually like at night, and who should stay somewhere other than with us.
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Royal Residences from the air, Cabarete
Kitesurfing
The Complete Guide to Kite Beach Cabarete
Everything you need to know about the world's top kitesurfing destination — conditions, schools, gear, and insider tips.
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Cabarete beach scene
Travel Guide
15 Things to Do in Cabarete Beyond Kitesurfing
Waterfalls, caves, diving, rum distilleries, whale watching and more. Cabarete is far more than kites.
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Royal Residences from the air, the pool at its centre
The building
Royal Residences Cabarete: An Owner's Guide
Two buildings, about thirty condos, a generator and its own well — and what we still don't know, written by one of the owners.
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The main road through Cabarete
Safety
Is Cabarete Safe? An Honest Answer
Safer than the country's reputation suggests — and the one risk visitors genuinely underestimate isn't crime, it's the road.
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Cabarete from the air
Long stays
Monthly & Long-Term Rentals in Cabarete
What a month here actually involves — how monthly rates differ from nightly, what electricity costs on top, and the questions to ask first.
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Cabarete from the air
Comparison
Cabarete vs Sosúa: An Honest Look
Fourteen kilometres apart, built around different water — a wind bay and a protected swimming bay. Why you may not have to choose.
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The main road through Cabarete
Comparison
Cabarete vs Punta Cana: Which is Right for You?
Two very different sides of the Dominican Republic. Here's how to choose the right destination for your trip.
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North coast Dominican Republic
Adventure
27 Waterfalls Damajagua: Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about this bucket-list day trip from Cabarete — what to bring, what to expect, how to book.
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A cruise ship passing offshore, Cabarete
Food & Drink
Best Restaurants in Cabarete: A Local's Guide
From beachfront fresh fish to hidden local gems. Where to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Cabarete.
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Low sun on wet sand, Cabarete Bay
Remote Work
Working Remotely from Cabarete: A Digital Nomad's Guide
Fast Wi-Fi, warm weather, and the beach 350 m away. Here's why Cabarete is the DR's best remote work destination.
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Kites flying in the last of the light, Cabarete
Couples
Cabarete for Couples: A Romantic Caribbean Escape
Sunset walks, candlelit dinners, and mornings on the water. Plan the perfect couples trip to Cabarete.
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Kites and rock pools at the end of Kite Beach
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit Cabarete: A Month-by-Month Guide
Wind, weather, crowds and prices — everything you need to pick the perfect month for your Cabarete trip.
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Evening light on Cabarete Bay
Practical Guide
How to Get to Cabarete
Which airport to fly into, how long the drive really takes, and how to get here from Punta Cana if you have to.
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Kite Beach Cabarete slow travel
Slow Travel
Stop Vacationing. Start Living Here for a While.
A week is a holiday. A month is something else — and island time is real. Why slow travel and Cabarete were made for each other.
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Kite Beach Cabarete
Our Story
We Had No Idea: How We Went for a Week and Stayed a Month
The honest story of how two Canadians discovered Cabarete — and why we ended up buying a condo there.
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Kite Beach Cabarete morning
Arrival Guide
Your First Day in Cabarete: What to Expect and Where to Start
Just landed? Here's what you need to know — airport transfers, cash, groceries, the beach, and where to eat on night one.
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