Residents of the Dominican Republic speak Spanish, although its schools offer bilingual education so English is the secondary language. The country’s ties with the United States, tourism and the infiltration of America’s pop culture including music, television and the Internet, have resulted in many English-speaking Dominicans. French is also the language of choice for some. At many of the resorts and restaurants, bars and shopping centers you will find people who can speak English. But knowing at least some Spanish will go a long way towards enhancing your vacation.
If you walk outside your resort to the city/area Internet cafes will also be half the price, yet still expensive by ordinary Dominican standards. For example, $8 per hour in the resort, $4 per hour in Punta Cana or Bavaro. In other parts of the DR, internet cafes are $2 per hour or less.