Dominican Republic safety : planning a family trip this coming Christmas. Renting a home. Went there about 20 years ago and had a great time. What has changed and how to be safe?

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My sister is an Americam who lives in a small village on the north shore and we visit. No security concerns that I'm aware of beyond any other country. People are friendly and helpful. The driving is wild and probably the biggest safety concern.

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