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Is it safe to walk around Puerto Vallarta at night?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Puerto Vallarta is one of the safest cities in Mexico for tourists in terms of crime rate. Main concerns include corruption, bribery, and petty theft. However, the streets of Puerto Vallarta are protected by the Mexican National Guard who roam the city on foot 24/7. Puerto Vallarta is safe to walk around day or night. […]

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Why is Texas so large?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Texas claimed borders including parts of current New Mexico as far west as Santa Fe, making it even larger than today. The issue of slavery reared its ugly head after the U.S. acquired significant territory in the Mexican-American War. Did Texas used to be bigger? Texas is big, no doubt about that. But it used […]

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Who were the first people to live in Miami?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The area was first settled by Tequesta Indians. They lived near the mouth of the Miami River until the Spanish came along and constructed a mission there in 1567. During the Second Seminole War, the U.S. built Fort Dallas in 1836 at the mouth of the Miami River near the location of the former mission. […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Miami

What month does it snow in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

When does it snow in Berlin? Months with snowfall in Berlin, Germany, are January through April, November and December. What month has the most snow in Germany? Snow in January January is the snowiest and coldest month of Germany, with little sunshine or warmth throughout the country. In the North, Hamburg, the temperature averages between […]

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Is Cody Wyoming growing?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Cody’s growth has been steady over the past 20 years, as illustrated by the 1990 Census population of 7,897, the 2000 Census population of 8,835, the 2010 Census population of 9,520, and the current estimated population of approximately 10,000. Is Cody WY a good place to live? Cody is a wonderful little town and is […]

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Is Jacksonville a fun place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Jacksonville offers tons of family fun. If your family enjoys sightseeing and entertainment, you’re moving to the right place. Families love the “River City by the Sea” because of its relaxed, fun and affordable atmosphere. You’ll find fun things to do in Jacksonville for kids of all ages. Is Jacksonville FL a bad place to […]

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Can a non Goans buy property in Goa?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

So yes, non-Goans can buy property in Goa! However, foreigners still do not enjoy the right to buy a property in India unless they have a running company here, then they can buy it on the company’s name. But of course they can rent an Isprava home, and enjoy our comfort for a few nights. […]

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Can you plant garlic in Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

So according to Idaho rules, farmers and gardeners living in 21 quarantined counties (including Ada, Canyon, Owyhee, Payette and Washington in Idaho, and Malheur County in Oregon) can only plant garlic bulbs or cloves and onion sets that have been grown, inspected and cleared for planting inside these same counties. Is it illegal to grow […]

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How unhealthy is Tennessee?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Nashville may be known for its health care industry, but Tennessee is still one of the least healthy states in the country. According to an annual health ranking from the United Health Foundation, Tennessee ranks No. 6 on the latest list of unhealthiest states; last year Tennessee ranked No. 7. Is Tennessee a healthy state? […]

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Why was Pennsylvania called the breadbasket?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Middle colonies, like Delaware, New York, and New Jersey, were founded as trade centers, while Pennsylvania was founded as a safe haven for Quakers. The Middle colonies were also called the “Breadbasket colonies” because of their fertile soil, ideal for farming. Why was Pennsylvania known as the breadbasket of the colonies? Because the soil […]

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What is the difference between russet and Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A Russet potato is not an Idaho potato. A Russet potato is one of the varieties of Idaho-grown potatoes. Russet potatoes are grown in many states of the U.S., but the most well-known Russet is grown in Idaho. It is the most common type of potato in the U.S. They are also called Russet Burbank […]

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How do Hawaiians pronounce Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

ha-VAI-ee. So if you want to pronounce Hawai’i like a native Hawaiian, say: ha-VAI-ee—and don’t forget that glottal stop before the last i. Why do people pronounce Hawaii with AK? The missionaries did not change the pronunciation of Hawaiian words when they standardized the Hawaiian alphabet. They kept K, W, and L over T, V, […]

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How many cities in the US are named Memphis?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are 11 places named Memphis in America. Is there another city named Memphis? Memphis is the name of: Memphis, Egypt, a former capital of ancient Egypt. Memphis, Tennessee, a major American city. Is Memphis in 2 states? Memphis is a city along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. Memphis, Tennessee […]

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Can I buy a car in Arizona and bring it to California?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The only thing you have to be concerned with is transporting the car across state lines back to California with a temporary plate. You also have to have insurance on the prospective car—get the VIN# and send to your insurance so they will issue you an ID card. Check Arizona DMV re temporary plate. Can […]

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Is water expensive than beer in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ordering or drinking tap water is sometimes frowned upon in Germany and bottled water is often more expensive than beer. Is drinking water expensive in Germany? Germans pay more for their water than anybody else on the planet according to the study. At £1.50 per 1000 litres, prices are four times as much as in […]

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