The Dominican Republic took me by surprise, at least in the capital.⁠ ⁠ Here are 5 things to know before you go: ⁠ ⁠ 🇪🇸 Spanish is the official language ⁠ - Brush up on gracias and por favor⁠ ⁠ ⏱️ ‘Caribbean time’ is a real thing⁠ - From casual conversations to scheduled appointments, run at a more relaxed pace. Apart from when it’s time to go to the airport.⁠ ⁠ 🏰 The city centre of Santo Domingo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site⁠, with a complex colonial past.⁠ ⁠ 🇩🇴 The flag of the Dominican