Category Archives: History

Which is the REAL Dominican Independence Day? 5 Major Events to Consider

For Dominicans around the world, Dominican Independence Day is traditionally a time of celebration and...

04
Sep
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Understanding Blackness in the Dominican Republic + Are Dominicans Black?

Did you know? The Dominican Republic was the first country in the Americas to be...

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07
Feb
Dominican Republic Culture, Traditions & Important History to Know Before Your Trip

Hello dear reader, it seems you’ve clicked right into a Dominican culture pop quiz! A...

30
Aug
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40+ Dominican Slang Words & Phrases You Should Know

Picture this: You’re by the Malecon, or in la Zona Colonial, perhaps even somewhere in...

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28
Jun
A Guide to Dominican Cigars: History, Taste & Tradition

I grew up watching my grandfather chew tobacco and smoke Dominican cigars. I have fond...

26
Sep
Healing Dominicanidad: Intergenerational Trauma + DR Locals to Follow for BLM / Decolonizing Efforts

An overwhelming feeling of IMPOTENCIA engulfed me as I watched neo-nazi groups stop not one...

11
Jun
7 Surprising Facts About Everyday Life in Cuba from Baracoa to Havana

I returned from my first trip to Cuba sporting a glowing tan, whistling to the...

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24
Jul
Quick Summary of What’s Happening in Myanmar: Who Are The Rohingya? & More

Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a country of 55 million people, uniquely situated between...

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03
Oct