Dominican Republic
“If everyone could just live near the ocean, I think we'd all be happier. It's hard to be down about anything knee deep in the sand.”
– Crystal Woods
The Dominican Republic was an adventure that I took with my partner, Dea. We would spend the beginning of the New Year exploring the white beaches of Punta Cana, Bayahibe, Samana, and Santo Domingo. From this trip, we both took away experiences about traveling and our privilege. Many of the villages we drove through on our trip experienced extreme lack of infrastructure and economic support, but they never lack one thing: community. The community and people of this beautiful island are like nowhere else, whether is offering food and a table or sharing family traditions with strangers, just passing by. La Republica Dominicana will always hold a special place in our hearts.
