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Travel Q&A and Tips

What is the Jamaican national flag?

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A bipartisan committee of the Jamaica House of Representatives designed the Jamaican Flag which consists of a diagonal cross with four triangles placed side by side. The diagonal cross is gold; the top and bottom triangles are green; and the hoist and fly (side) triangles are black. What does the Jamaican flag stand for? Symbolism. […]

Is Louisiana a part of the United States?

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Louisiana, constituent state of the United States of America. It is delineated from its neighbours—Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to the east, and Texas to the west—by both natural and man-made boundaries. What country owns Louisiana? The Louisiana Purchase encompassed 530,000,000 acres of territory in North America that the United States purchased from France in […]

Can I give birth in Sweden?

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The first thing to know is that Sweden is an extremely safe place to give birth. Its maternal mortality rate is one of the lowest in the world: the under-five mortality rate is fewer than three per 1,000 births, while less than four in 100,000 women die while giving birth. What happens if I give […]

Does Bermuda get a lot of hurricanes?

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According to the Bermuda Weather Service, the islands of Bermuda experience a damaging tropical cyclone once every six to seven years, on average. Due to the small area of the island chain, landfalls and direct hits are rare.As a result, hurricane-related deaths have been uncommon since the early 18th century. Is Bermuda safe from hurricane? […]

Does UK law apply in Australia?

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In very general terms, British legislation no longer applies to Australia either federally or at state level. After the Statute of Westminster Adoption Act 1942, Australia was independent from Britain but the states were still subject to some aspects of British law. Does Australia follow UK laws? Australia’s common law system originated in the system […]

What is the most popular sport in Brazil?

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Football. Football (soccer) is the nation’s most popular sport, and Brazilians are highly enthusiastic fans. What are the 3 most popular sports in Brazil? Brazilians are heavily involved in sports. Football is the most popular sport in Brazil. Other than football, sports like volleyball, mixed martial arts, basketball, tennis, and motor sports, especially Formula One, […]

Is Brazil a republic?

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Brazil is a federal and constitutional republic (the extant constitution goes back to 5 October 1988). Its comprises 26 states plus the district capital, Brasilia. Is Brazil a democracy or republic? The politics of Brazil take place in a framework of a federal presidential representative democratic republic, whereby the President is both head of state […]

What are Vietnam environmental issues?

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The following eight problems deserve special attention; 1) deforestation, 2) decrease of agricultural land resources, 3) irrational use of water resources, 4) over exploitation of fishery resources, 5) irrational use of mineral resources, 6) loss of genetic resources, 7) environmental pollution, 8) environmental damage What are the biggest problems facing the environment in Vietnam SE […]

What is the northernmost city in Arizona?

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Fredonia, Arizona Fredonia, Arizona Coordinates: 36°56′58″N 112°31′18″WCoordinates: 36°56′58″N 112°31′18″W Country United States State Arizona County Coconino What are northern cities in Arizona? Flagstaff is the largest city in northern Arizona. Other cities include Prescott, Sedona, Page, Williams and Payson. Much of the territory is National Forest Service land, parkland, or other BLM-administered lands. What cities […]

Who invented football Scotland?

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It started with young men, from Perthshire and the Highlands mainly, who gathered at Queen’s Park in Glasgow in 1867. They obtained a copy of the FA laws and amended them to conform with an almost scientific blend of dribbling and passing. When they invented passing, these lads invented football. Did the Scots invent football? […]

Is Maryland a state?

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Maryland was named a state in 1788 and was the seventh to ratify the U.S. Constitution. As a border state during the Civil War, it ultimately joined the Union, though it was divided in its support, even among family members. Is Maryland considered a state? Maryland, constituent state of the United States of America. One […]

Is Delaware boring?

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According to Internet stereotypes, Delaware is the most boring state in the U.S., The Huffington Post reports today.So, apparently, Delaware (tied with Nebraska) is as dull as ditchwater, but it could be worse. Is Delaware a fun place to live? Delaware’s scenic beauty, low taxes and affordable housing make this tiny state a wonderful place […]

Can u drink the water in Mexico?

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As a rule you should not drink tap water in Mexico. Generally, the water is purified at the source, but the distribution system may allow the water to be contaminated en route to the tap.Most hotels provide bottled water or large jugs of purified water for you to refill your bottle. What happens if you […]

What is a Resident Visa in New Zealand?

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A Resident Visa, the first stage, allows you to live in New Zealand indefinitely, including working and studying – but if you leave New Zealand you can’t return and live here as a resident unless the conditions (“travel conditions”) of your Resident Visa allow this. How do I become a resident of New Zealand? To […]