I quit the UK to live on one of the cheapest Caribbean islands – I have a ‘cheap as chips' pink house & a Jeep
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UK ESCAPE I quit the UK to live on one of the cheapest Caribbean islands – I have a 'cheap as chips' pink house & a Jeep
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A WOMAN has revealed why she ditched the UK to live her dream life on the cheapest island in the Caribbean.
Mami Juaniita, who previously lived and grew up in Lewisham, London, said it was the best decision she had made.
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Mami revealed she ditched the eUk for the cheapest Caribbean island
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Now, the 31-year-old has her dream pink house and a Jeep
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Bavaro Beach in the Dominican Republic is listed as one of the best beaches in the world
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Taking to social media, the 31-year-old aspiring DJ asked why anyone was staying in the UK.
She said: "You lot in London? Lad, what you still doing there?
"I'm from South London, so I'm from the best part of London. Lewisham, to be exact.
"And I moved. Sounds crazy, I know, but I moved to the Caribbean.
"I live in the Dominican Republic."
The Dominican Republic is the cheapest island in the Caribbean, making it a hotspot for tourism and expats.
Mami revealed she built her dream, all-pink house on the island and even has a motorbike and a Jeep.
She revealed the house was 'cheap as chips' and that the way of life was so much better than in the UK.
And we can see why, the Dominican Republic is a place of natural beauty with Bavaro Beach being the seventh 'Best Beach' for the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards in 2025, praised for its "white sand, excursions and resorts".
To the north of the island is the Los Haitises National Park which is home to one of the Dominican Republic's few remaining rainforests.
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The city has lots of spots for dining out and enjoying the evenings
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Dominican Republic is the cheapest Caribbean island
And city life there boasts great party spots and restaurants to dine out.
But that's not all, Mami even found love while in the country, has three dogs and a cat and has a great community around her.
She added: "I know all my neighbours, my whole community, every single one of them, and they love and accept me."
The clip posted to her TikTok account @mijuanaa has since gone viral with over 440k views and 48k likes.
Moving house hacks
1. Declutter Before You Pack
Sort through your belongings and get rid of anything you no longer need. Donate, sell, or recycle items to lighten your load.
2. Create an Inventory
Make a list of all your items. This helps keep track of everything and ensures nothing gets lost in the move.
3. Use Quality Packing Materials
Invest in sturdy boxes, bubble wrap, and packing tape. This will protect your belongings during the move.
4. Label Everything
Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to. This makes unpacking much easier and more organized.
5. Pack a 'First Day' Box
Include essentials like toiletries, a change of clothes, snacks, and important documents. This will keep you from rummaging through boxes on your first day.
6. Take Photos of Electronics Setup
Before unplugging your electronics, take photos of the wiring setup. This will make it easier to reconnect everything at your new place.
7. Use Suitcases for Heavy Items
Pack books and other heavy items in rolling suitcases. This makes them easier to transport and reduces the risk of injury.
8. Colour-Code Your Boxes
Use different coloured stickers or markers for each room. This will help movers quickly identify where each box should go in your new home.
People were quick to take to the comments in awe of Mami's new life.
One person wrote: "If I lived in Lewisham I would also want to move as far away from London as possible."
Another commented: 'I love that for you. You are living the dream and clearly it's only just begun."
"You can't explain it better than this!" penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: "Living the dreammmm."
"Oh girl. I sooo want to move. This is very inspiring. Happy for you girlie,' claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: 'So happy for you! You've already made it."
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