Tag: caribbean
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Common Dominican Spanish Greetings
Most people know that Dominicans have some of the funnest Spanish around. The slang, the expressions, the energy— it’s always a good time. Dominican Spanish has a way of making even the simplest greeting feel a little more lively. Here are some of the Dominican greetings and slang expressions I picked up while living in…
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Dominican Culture Shocks the U.S. Should Learn From
The Dominican Republic and the United States couldn’t be more different when it comes to culture. The DR is family-oriented, lively, and a little chaotic—yet somehow still relaxed and carefree. There are plenty of things here that make me want to bang my head against the wall, but there are also things in the DR…
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How to Travel the Dominican Republic Without a Car (Public Transport Guide)
From chaotic guaguas to hidden bus stops, this guide shows you how to navigate the country like a local — stress-free and on a budget. Learn the hacks I’ve picked up while living here: what a guagua really is, how to find stops on Google Maps, useful Spanish phrases, typical fares, and how to avoid…
