A group of Spanish language students who are learing Spanish at IIC Spanis School, Dominican Republic, in the Metro subway in Santo Domingo on the city orientation activity after the first day of class.

“I learned so much”

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Lana (27) from the US about her program in Santo Domingo:  “My favorite place with my favorite people! All the professors are amazing. I learned so much in a short[…]

Berenice Franco and Luis Pichardo from IIC Spanish School in Santo Domingo show that 13 is a lucky number.

Friday 13 – Tuesday 13

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Friday 13 – for many it is still a date suspicious to bring bad luck. Though we may say to ourselves “I am not superstitious”, many of us simply avoid[…]

COVID-19 restrictions suspended

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The Dominican Government has suspended all restrictions imposed by COVID-19. It will now be up to each individual to take own measures to safeguard his or her health, responsibly, but[…]

Unlike many other Caribbean beach destinations, the Dominican Republic doesn’t require proof of vaccination, test results or quarantine for most incoming travelers. Above, a scene in Punta Cana, one of the most popular spots.Credit:Tony Cenicola/The New York Times

New York Times about DR Success

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The New York Times looks into why the DR is a pandemic tourism success story. “Why Is Everyone Going to the Dominican Republic?” Dominicans have celebrated the New York Times[…]

Woman in her small colmado shop with fruits and vegetables near Las Galeras, Samana.

What is a colmado?

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A colmado is a mix between a small supermarket and a bar. It covers all the little daily needs and is a great place to meet people. In our vlog,[…]