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Can you have a bonfire on Pensacola Beach?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Most locals know the rules of the beach, which legally prohibits open flames and simply discourages leaving beach supplies on the sand to prevent entrapping nesting sea turtles or blocking access for lifeguards or other emergency responders. Is it legal to have a bonfire on the beach in Florida? A beach bonfire in a fire […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Pensacola

What is the name of this volcano located on the border of Chile and Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Maipo is a stratovolcano in the Andes, lying on the border between Argentina and Chile. It is located 90 km (56 mi) south of Tupungato and about 100 km (62 mi) southeast of Santiago. It has a symmetrical, conical volcanic shape, and is among the southernmost 5,000 metre peaks in the Andes. What is the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Does Nevada have lakes?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

For being a desert state, Nevada is surprisingly well supplied with wonderful lakes. Many of these are unique, ranging from lakes set in alpine areas to spectacular desert settings, and others are reservoirs. Are there any lakes in Nevada? Nevada Lakes Shown on the Map: Carson Lake, Franklin Lake, Lahontan Reservoir, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, […]

Filed Under: United States

What did Columbus’s finding of America have an impact on?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Columbus’s journeys to the Americas opened the way for European countries to colonize and exploit those lands and their peoples.This trade route also paved the way for the slave trade between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. What is the effect of the discovery of America? Whilst the discovery evidently brought disruption to the native populations, […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Columbus, Ohio

Are there whales in Hilton Head?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

There are some proper “whales” (The North Atlantic Right Whale) that visit near shore of the Hilton Head Island area during mid-winter, but they are typically several miles out into the ocean and only rarely seen, even by locals who are on the water frequently. Are there whales in South Carolina? The North Atlantic right […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hilton Head, South Carolina

What is Colorado economy based on?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Colorado’s ranching, farming, and mining industries have a proud history and are integral to the state’s communities and economic prosperity. The state’s urban Front Range, which ranges from Fort Collins south to Pueblo, boasts one of the nation’s largest financial services hubs and busiest airports. What is Colorado’s main source of economy? The state’s economy […]

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What does Tigre mean in Dominican?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

From a Dominican slang site. TIGUERE or Tigre (Tee-gur-eh): n. noun., 1. Literal meaning “tiger”. What are some Dominican slang words? Some Really Popular Everyday Dominican Slang Words & Sayings Qué lo qué Chin. Vaina. Concho. Guagua. Jeva/Jevo. Tripear. Colmado. Why do Dominicans say de Mio? A term of endearment in the Dominican community meaning […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Should I visit Austin or San Antonio?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

San Antonio is for the culture and history. It has the famous Riverwalk, La Villita, The Alamo, etc etc. Austin is more of a chill town, live music, awesome bars, great swimming holes nearby. It depends on what you’re looking to do. Is San Antonio better than Austin? San Antonio has the real estate edge […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Austin, Texas

Is Piura Peru safe?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Is it Safe to Travel to Piura? Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Oct 07, 2019 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Peru; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Is Peru safe to travel to right […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How much do groceries cost in Dominican Republic?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Summary of cost of living in Dominican Republic Food Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) RD$ 372 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast RD$ 136 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk RD$ 59 12 eggs, large RD$ 99 Is 300 dollars a lot in Dominican Republic? […]

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Who is the Hawaiian god of the ocean?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Kanaloa is one of the major gods in Hawaiian tradition. Though he doesn’t feature as prominently in Hawaiian mythology as other gods, he’s the god of the sea and long-distance sailing voyages. In other Polynesian cultures, he is also referred to as the god of the sea, though he has different names. Who is Hawaii’s […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

How do Cajun people pronounce Louisiana?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

“Lose-ee-ann-a.” Four slippery syllables with all those soft and sibilant consonants and so many vowels, said musically and so quickly as almost to pass for a bird call. What’s the correct pronunciation of Louisiana? Louisiana. The French explorer La Salle claimed the area around the southern Mississippi in the name of King Louis XIV of […]

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Where can I walk around San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Best Top 10 scenic places to walk in San Jose, CA Japanese Friendship Garden. 1.4 mi. San Jose Municipal Rose Garden. 2.6 mi. Communications Hill Grand Staircase. 2.8 mi. Los Gatos Creek Trail. 4.8 mi. Redwood Grove Nature Preserve. 13.5 mi. The Dragon Mountain Thien Long Son. 9.6 mi. Hakone Estate and Gardens. 9.7 mi. […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

Was Scotland Catholic or Protestant?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

By 1560 the majority of the nobility supported the rebellion; a provisional government was established, the Scottish Parliament renounced the Pope’s authority, and the mass was declared illegal. Scotland had officially become a Protestant country. Are Scottish Catholic or Protestant? Just under 14 per cent of Scottish adults identify as being Roman Catholic, while the […]

Filed Under: Europe

How many tails does a Phoenix have?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

From the Jiajing era (1522–66) of the Ming dynasty onwards, a pair of phoenixes was differentiated by the tail feathers of the two birds, typically together forming a closed circle pattern – the male identified by five long serrated tail feathers or “filaments” (five being an odd, masculine, or yang number) and the Does the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Arizona, Phoenix

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