Dominican Republic - Culture Smart!

The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

Don't just see the sights get to know the people.

If you are looking for a country whereeverything works like clockwork, now might be a good time to turn back. If youcan relax and go with the flow, however, you will experience a land diverse inenvironment, a rich and dynamic culture, and a people whose friendliness islegendary.

Flamboyant, resilient, generous, andheadstrong, the Dominican psyche embodies the country's turbulent historicalinheritance and reflects the diversity of their ethnicity. Centuries of Spanishrule, African influence, and the indigenous Taino legacy combine to form acultural tapestry that is entirely unique.

This updated edition of Culture Smart!Dominican Republic looks at the beating heart of Dominican life. Itexplores the central role of family and social ties, and the significance ofmusic, dance, and festivals. From the lively rhythms of merengue and bachatato the national love of baseball and the colorful cuisine, visitors will gainan insight into the passions, traditions, and values that define the Dominicanstoday.

Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

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