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What is considered taboo in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Taboos/Unacceptable Behavior Topics such as pre-marital sex, abortion, and gay marriage are generally avoided. Costa Ricans are very polite, so be sure not to put your feet on furniture; always say please and thank you, and try not raise your voice in anger, at least in public. What are some cultural norms in Costa Rica? […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How many soldiers does Malaysia have?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Malaysian Army Type Army Role Land warfare Size 80,000 regulars (2019) 50,000 reservists (2019) Part of Malaysian Armed Forces How many soldiers are in Malaysia? MAF active personnel is 110,000 and the reservist is 51,600. The Supreme Commander of the Malaysian Armed Forces is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong who is the King of Malaysia. Malaysian […]

Filed Under: Asia

How much money do I need for a week in Morocco?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

So, a trip to Morocco for two people for one week costs on average MAD6,272 ($687). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget. A vacation to Morocco for one week usually costs around MAD3,136 for one person. How much money should I […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Is it safe to walk in downtown Boston?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Safety: Boston is a safe city, but as with any major city, you should take the usual safety precautions.Although long past its hey-day, you should avoid walking in Chinatown and parts of Downtown Crossing, Boston’s red light district, at night too. Is downtown Boston safe to walk? Boston Downtown is very compact and very safe […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Why was Japan acting aggressively Pearl Harbor?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Why Attack Pearl Harbor? As war was inevitable, Japan’s only chance was the element of surprise and to destroy America’s navy as quickly as possible. Japan wanted to move into the Dutch East Indies and Malaya to conquer territories that could provide important natural resources such as oil and rubber. Why did the Japanese really […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Bali safe to travel to?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Yes, Bali is pretty safe to visit for all sorts of travellers. The island is so well-trodden and inhabited by such friendly and helpful people, that it’s one of the safest places in Southeast Asia to travel around. What should I avoid in Bali? 13 Big mistakes to avoid in Bali 13 Big mistakes to […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Do they speak German in Prague?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Prague German (German: Prager Deutsch, Czech: Pražská němčina) was the dialect of German spoken in Prague in what is now the Czech Republic. Prague German Native speakers unknown Language family Indo-European Germanic German Prague German Writing system Latin Language codes Is German widely spoken in Prague? Today, the German language spoken in Prague and the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Czech Republic, Prague

Can you drive from New Zealand to Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

You cannot drive the Tasman Sea between Australia and [New Zealand].” Can I take my car from NZ to Australia? Import permits are mandatory for all road vehicles imported to Australia.As long as you have lived overseas and owned your car for more than 12 months to be eligible under the Personal Import Scheme and […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Do they speak English in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In tourist centres many Vietnamese will speak some English, but a lot will speak none. In more remote areas, English speakers can be very rare. Some older Vietnamese will speak more French than English. Is English common in Vietnam? Frequent visitors to Vietnam report that you usually have no problems speaking English in any of […]

Filed Under: Asia

What rank is Houston in population?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

fourth most. Houston is the fourth most populous city in the nation, with an estimated July 2018 population of 2,325,502 (trailing only New York, Los Angeles and Chicago), and is the largest in the southern U.S. and Texas. Where is Houston ranked in population? Not surprisingly, cities with the highest population density include New York […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Houston, Texas

Which job is best in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

12 Great Jobs for Foreigners in Thailand Teaching. Mobile / Web Developer or Marketing Expert. Work Remotely for an Online Business. Real Estate Agent / Manager. Diving Instructor. Freelance Writer. Sell a Service on Fiverr. Work for a Multinational Company. What jobs pay well in Thailand? Top Thailand Salaries – By Job Activity Average Salary […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is Cambridge and Oxford near?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Oxford and Cambridge are also both close to the UK capital. London is about an hour on the train from Oxford, and slightly under an hour from Cambridge. How far is Oxford from Cambridge by train? The Cambridge to Oxford train distance is approximately 66 miles (106 km). The Cambridge to Oxford train duration is […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Cambridge, England

Is Houston a bad place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In Houston, expats continue to be unhappy with the quality of living in the city but rank it among the top 10 overall for both the Finance & Housing as well as the Local Cost of Living Index. The city’s weakest spot is its quality of living, where expats are especially unhappy with local transportation. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Houston, Texas

What is a living wage in Indianapolis?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A living wage is the rate a person must earn to completely support their family. According to an MIT study, a single parent with one child must earn $22.66 per hour for a living wage in Indiana. A living wage for one adult is $10.70 per hour. What is a livable wage in Indiana? Living […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Indiana, Indianapolis

Can a US citizen live in Portugal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

How long can a US citizen live in Portugal? US citizens may enter Portugal for up to 90 days for business or for tourism without the need for a Portuguese visa. If you would like to move to Portugal and spend more than three months there, then you’ll need to get an appropriate visa or […]

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