some will try to take advantage of your disire to fit in if you are not careful (same as any other country not just DR). there are good people and bad people everywhere. USE COMMON SENSE. don't put yourself in a cituation where you could get into trouble. don't go out alone. don't mess with boyz - you are too young still. dominican boyz will try to hook up with you left and right and will tell you that you are the most beautiful woman in the world and that they love you (hours after knowing you). this behavior is normal to them, not to you. don't sleep around. make friends and don't try to buy them off. have them respect you for who you are and not b/c you have us dollars/pounds/euros in your pocket. it will be hard, but try not to drink until you are much older. don't let pier pressure ruin your life. you are young, enjoy the beaches, rivers, and all the country has to offer. if you respect yourself, those around you will respect you.