The Roavi Blog
Stories from people who live there.
Travel tips, city guides, and local insights from the Roavi team.
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Travel Guides · Barcelona
Best Time to Visit Spain in 2026: Month-by-Month Guide
From spring festivals to mild winter city breaks — here's when to visit Spain in 2026 for the best weather, lowest prices, and fewest crowds.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Travel Guides · Bali
Best Time to Visit Bali in 2026: Dry Season, Crowds & Prices
Dry-season sunshine or green-season deals — here's when to visit Bali in 2026 for the best weather, fewest crowds, and lowest prices.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Travel Guides
Best Time to Visit Vietnam: North, Central & South
Vietnam stretches 1,000 miles with three different climates — here's when to visit the north, center, and south in 2026, and how to time a trip that covers all three.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Travel Guides · Lisbon
Best Time to Visit Portugal in 2026: Month-by-Month Guide
Lisbon city breaks, Algarve beaches, or quiet shoulder-season value — here's when to visit Portugal in 2026 for the best weather, prices, and crowds.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Become a Local Friend
How to Make Money as a Local Friend in the Dominican Republic (2026)
The DR gets over 10 million tourists a year. If you live here, your local knowledge is worth real money — here's how to earn US dollars as a Local Friend in 2026.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Become a Local Friend
Best Side Hustles in Santo Domingo for 2026
Looking for extra income in Santo Domingo? From showing travelers around to freelancing in dollars, here are the best side hustles in the capital for 2026.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Become a Local Friend
How to Earn US Dollars in the Dominican Republic Without Leaving Home
Earning in dollars while spending in pesos changes everything. Here are real ways to earn USD in the Dominican Republic in 2026 — including one most people overlook.
Oscar Garcia··6 min read
Become a Local Friend
Punta Cana Side Hustle: How to Make Money Showing Travelers the Real DR
Punta Cana sees millions of resort tourists who never see the real DR. If you live nearby, that's a side hustle waiting — here's how to earn dollars showing them around.
Oscar Garcia··5 min read
Become a Local Friend
How Much Can You Earn as a Tour Guide in the Dominican Republic? (2026)
Real numbers on what local guides earn in the DR in 2026 — hourly rates, monthly income, and why hosting travelers independently beats working for a tour company.
Oscar Garcia··7 min read
Budget · Mexico City
How Much Does a Trip to Mexico Cost in 2026?
Cheap flights, cheap food, incredible value — here's what a trip to Mexico costs in 2026, with daily budgets for every type of traveler and how to save.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Budget · Medellín
How Much Does a Trip to Colombia Cost in 2026?
Colombia is one of South America's best-value destinations — here's exactly what a 2026 trip costs, with daily budgets and the smartest ways to save.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Budget · Santo Domingo
How Much Does a Trip to the Dominican Republic Cost?
All-inclusive resort or independent travel? Here's what a trip to the Dominican Republic really costs in 2026, with daily budgets and how to save big.
Oscar Garcia··7 min read