In the heart of the Dominican Republic lies the mountain town of Jarabacoa. My friends and I went for a weekend in December to relax and get out of the city. We had exquisite dinner at Jamaca de Dios, a rotating restaurant. At night you can see the valley lit up as the top floor spins so … Continue reading Photoblog: Jarabacoa
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Five Fun Ways to Enjoy Santo Domingo on the Cheap
The best things in life really are free, or cheap. The same is true for things to do in Santo Domingo. Living by the coast in a major city allows for plenty of fun things to do on a budget. As you know, I am living on a Dominican salary so I am doing my … Continue reading Five Fun Ways to Enjoy Santo Domingo on the Cheap
Malls of Santo Domingo
My work schedule is different each day and requires travel within the city, which means I have a lot of random free time to explore. I often end up at a mall in between classes; no one minds that I am walking around aimlessly, and they are great places to people watch. Malls here are … Continue reading Malls of Santo Domingo
Finding my way
Last week marked six months here in la Republica. In five months, I've had two jobs, lived in five apartments and two cities, gone to four beaches, taken countless conchos (public cars), eaten innumerable quantities of tostones, and met so many amazing people. My feet have trekked the streets of Santiago, Santo Domingo, Cabarete, Puerto Plata, Esperanza, Batey … Continue reading Finding my way
A Fresh Start
I am writing from Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic, where I moved three weeks ago. It is still in the 80s here, which is fantastic, as my home city of New York is in the low 70s. I do miss the changing foliage, but not the harsh winter months that it signals. Currently, … Continue reading A Fresh Start
On to week three of teaching
After almost two months in the Dominican Republic, I have made it through the first two weeks of teaching. I spend most of my free time planning lessons and preparing for the following day. I've been getting to know my colleagues and I am truly blessed to have their friendship and support. I have been … Continue reading On to week three of teaching
Ser Maestra
The past three weeks here in the Dominican Republic have been fantastic: learning new things at teacher training, meeting great people, eating tasty food, enjoying enormous amounts of sun, drinking fresh juices, and relaxing in the breezes. I am extremely grateful to be here and for this opportunity. I couldn't be happier to be here. I am … Continue reading Ser Maestra
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