Ikea is Open!

Ikea opened yesterday. And from what I can see it was a great success. My doubts about pricing have been quelled. I still think there are things ridiculously priced. But after seeing the thousands of square feet of space. Along with finding some great things at prices I have never seen in the D.R. I think they will do fine. I went earlier in the day about 11am. Was told it would not open until after 1pm, once the president was there to cut the ribbon. Finally opened and it was a line to get in. Even when I left @ 9pm. And the Swedish meatballs are just like I remember them. Welcome Ikea!

Ikea

Ikea was out handing out catalogs close to the neighborhood where they are going to open. I have a friend who was able to get me a copy. This is major because it has the prices. I was so excited about Ikea opening and talking it up and everything. I am still excited, but it has been dampened by the prices for most items.

The photo at the top is what the price is in the United States, $1,499. The photo at the bottom is the price that is being offered in Santo Domingo, RD$115,500 pesos ($3,208).

This couch offered in Santo Domingo is RD$31,500 pesos ($875). At least the lamps are the same price. Still can't wait for the Swedish Meatballs in the cafeteria.

IKEA in Santo Domingo

Photo courtesy of Joan Guerrero

Now all is right with the world. Santo Domingo is getting its very own IKEA.

YIPPEEEE!!!!