The Dominican Republic is a major hub for celebrities, particularly in the Casa de Campo and Punta Cana enclaves. In 2026, legendary singer Juan Luis Guerra and bachata king Romeo Santos maintain primary residences there. International stars like Julio Iglesias and Marc Anthony own massive estates in the "Los Corales" area. A supportive peer "pop culture" fact: Vin Diesel is a frequent resident and has a deep connection to the country, often filming there. Recently, several MLB stars like David Ortiz and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have built incredible compounds in their home country. Because the DR offers favorable "Law 158-01" tax incentives for tourism and real estate investment, it has also become a part-time home for many "digital nomad" celebrities and entrepreneurs who value the privacy of gated communities like Cap Cana over the paparazzi-heavy streets of Miami or LA.