Below are a few useful facts that may be of interest to you during your stay:

Country: Dominican Republic

Population: Approximately 8 million

Official Language: Spanish. English is also spoken in many regions.

Province: Santo Domingo

Adjective of Nationality: Dominican

Currency: Dominican Peso

Religion: Catholicism

Surface Area: 18,704 m2

Type of Government: Democracy

Economy: Primarily, tourism-based. Also, agriculture.

Climate: Humid, tropical climate all year round. The rainy season is from May to August; however, it may rain at any time.
The sun in these latitudes is very strong. It is thus advisable to take precautions, such as using high-SPF sunscreen to avoid burns and wearing a hat to protect your head. Sunbathing should be done between 9 and 11 am or after 4 pm.