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Can you see the Rockies from Boulder?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Just 60-90 minutes outside of Boulder is the east entrance to ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK. With its crystalline lakes, fragrant ponderosa pine forests and sprawling meadows you can hike, picnic, drive Trail Ridge Road, spot wildlife and enjoy the spectacular terrain. Where is the best view of the Rocky Mountains? Top Picture Worthy Spots in […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boulder, Colorado

Do Vietnamese still call Saigon?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Vietnam’s former capital has not one, but two names: Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon.Officially, the southern metropolis’s name is Ho Chi Minh City, and has been for many years, but there are still a number of locals and visitors alike that call it Saigon. Do Vietnamese say Saigon? Offensive to whom? I have no […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is Alabama’s state color?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Table State Color 1 Name(s) Alabama Red and White Alaska none none Arizona Federal Blue and Old Gold Arkansas none none Does Georgia have a state color? After Mississippi’s vote to change their flag design in 2020, the Georgia flag remains one of four state flags with references to the Confederacy.Flag of Georgia (U.S. state) […]

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How many American expats are in Puerto Vallarta?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

According to local government estimates, there are around 35,000 U.S. and Canadian citizens living in Puerto Vallarta, many of them retired like Mike and Sara. Are there expats in Puerto Vallarta? The Home Of Digital Nomads And Snowbirds One of the best things about living in Puerto Vallarta is the tight-knit expat community.During those busy […]

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What do they drink in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Raksi. Raksi (Devanagari:रक्सी) or Rakshi (Bantawa: Hengmawa/Hengma, Limbu language: Sijongwaa aara, Nepal Bhasa: aila) is the Nepali term for a traditional distilled alcoholic beverage in Nepal, India (Darjeeling, Sikkim) and Tibet. It is often made at home. What is the national drink of Nepal? It is the traditional and indigenous drink of the Limbu,Yakkha,Rai, Sunuwar, […]

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Who discovered the Caribbean?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

explorer Christopher Columbus. On October 12, 1492, Italian explorer Christopher Columbus made landfall in what is now the Bahamas. Columbus and his ships landed on an island that the native Lucayan people called Guanahani. Columbus renamed it San Salvador. Who founded the Caribbean? Christopher ColumbusThe islands of the Caribbean were discovered by the Italian explorer […]

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Was Maryland in the Confederacy?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Maryland was a border state between the Union and the Confederacy.Though it was a slave state, only a fourth of them joined Confederate units. The majority joined Union forces. For more information, see the Wikipedia article, Maryland in the American Civil War. Was Maryland a Union or Confederate? During the American Civil War, Maryland was […]

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How much is a week in Milan?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The average price of a 7-day trip to Milan is $2,279 for a solo traveler, $4,093 for a couple, and $7,673 for a family of 4. Milan hotels range from $53 to $347 per night with an average of $111, while most vacation rentals will cost $190 to $490 per night for the entire home. […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Milan

What fruits are in season Wisconsin?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Wisconsin Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables Apples, July through October. Asparagus, May and June. Basil, August and September. Beets, June through October. Bitter melon, August through October. Blueberries, July and August. Broccoli, June through October. Brussels sprouts, September through early December. What fruit is in season now for picking? Always confirm availability before coming out to […]

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Who owns the Milwaukee Zoo?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

the Milwaukee County Parks Commission. The Milwaukee County Zoo is a zoo in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operated by the Milwaukee County Parks Commission. The zoo houses 1,800 animals and covers an area of 190 acres (77 ha). Who is in charge of the Milwaukee County Zoo? Zoo Director, Charles “Chuck” Wikenhauser As director of the 200-acre […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

What do Hawaiians call their sister?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

kaikuaʻana. The Hawaiian Family older sister kaikuaʻana younger sister kaikaina brother kaikunāne sister tita (slang) What are Hawaiian siblings? 1. Sibling. Kaikuaʻana, kaikuʻana (older of a female); kaikaina (younger of a female); kaikuahine (of a male); kika, tita (slang). Cf. What is a Hawaiian Tita? Tita/moke Tita is reserved for a tough local chick who […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How much should I budget for food in Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Average Daily Costs While meal prices in Turks and Caicos Islands can vary, the average cost of food in Turks and Caicos Islands is $63 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Turks and Caicos Islands should cost around $25 per person. Is the food […]

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When did Vietnam open economy?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

1986. The Socialist Republic of Vietnam remains a Communist dictatorship characterized by repression of dissenting political views and the absence of civil liberties. Economic liberalization, however, began in 1986 with doi moi reforms aimed at transitioning to a more industrial and market-based economy. When did Vietnam open its economy? 1986Vietnam’s development over the past 30 […]

Filed Under: Asia

What island is beaches on in Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Providenciales. Beaches Turks and Caicos is located on Providenciales, the centrally-located gateway island featuring the iconic and expansive Grace Bay Beach. Which part of Turks and Caicos has the best beaches? Grace Bay Beach is 1 of Turks and Caicos’ most well-known and beloved beaches. The stretch of fine sand starts in the island town […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What should I wear in Savannah?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Be sure to pack shorts and lightweight shirts; cotton clothing is best. For more than casual dress, light dresses for women and khakis and short-sleeve button-up shirts for men are OK. Winter: You’ll probably need a coat (or at least a warm jacket), be sure to pack clothes that layer well. What should I wear […]

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