I am a single mom wanting to relocate to a more tropical and laid back country. I am a Massage Therapist and Reiki II practitioner. I have done some research and the DR seems to be the country that would be easiest for me to work and relocate to. I know that it will not be simple but is it possible?
Thanks in advance.
In hopes of relocating to the DR
kwaltersx3
22 April 2012 20:07:31
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Christine
23 April 2012 08:31:15
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Hi kwaltersx3
Welcome to Expat.com! 
Thank you for this introduction.
I wish you all the best in your project.
Christine
Bob K
23 April 2012 12:53:26
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Wages are very low here and it may be very hard for for you to support yourself and kids as a threapist.
What are the ages of your kids that will be with you and what part of the country are you looking at?
Bob K
kwaltersx3
23 April 2012 18:21:00
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I am looking anywhere between Puerto Plata and La Romana. My girls are 14 & 11. I thought that I might be able to find work in the touristy areas. I am looking to find a way to do some online work as well to help supplement.
Bob K
23 April 2012 18:26:28
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What about school for the kids? Private schools are not everywhere and can be expensive.
Most of the "touristy" areas already have lots of therapists tring to make a living. Competition will be great.
Bob K
kwaltersx3
23 April 2012 18:52:29
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I plan on homeschooling and supplementing with some schooling there. What areas would you suggest that might fit for what I am looking for? And thank you for your help!
01234turj
23 April 2012 21:16:32
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Try landing a job at SECRETS RESORTS & SPAS in Capcana. They pay ridiculously well.
Cheers
Bob K
24 April 2012 11:48:23
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The Punta Cana area will probably be your best bet as far as making a living. But not much of an expat community or anything else except tourists. To my feeling not a "real DR life" experience there and it is a far distance from any major city. You will not experience the real DR there.
If you could afford it maybe come visit the country for a month or so and explore different areas.
Bob K
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