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Is it safe to drive from California to Baja Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

If you are driving to Baja from California, we recommend using the Tijuana border crossing map.To put it simply, Baja is much safer than Mexico and parts of the United States. In fact, many people believe that Baja is much safer than many major cities in the US. Is it safe to travel to Baja […]

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What is a natural disaster that happened in Idaho?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A history of Idaho’s major disasters from 1976-1996 Wildfires and flooding are the two most common natural hazards that Idaho communities face, but Idaho has also experienced damage from earthquakes, a volcanic eruption, and a man-made engineering disaster (the Teton Dam Collapse). What are some natural disasters in Idaho? Idaho’s most common natural disasters include […]

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What is the biggest state in Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

List of urban areas in Norway by population Rank Urban area County 1 Oslo Oslo/Viken 2 Bergen Metropolitan Area Vestland 3 Stavanger / Sandnes Rogaland 4 Trondheim Trøndelag What is the largest city of Norway? OsloOslo, formerly (1624–1877) Christiania or (1877–1925) Kristiania, capital and largest city of Norway. It lies at the head of Oslo […]

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Is November a good time for skiing in Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Skiing in Colorado in November This early into the ski season, snowfall is sporadic and despite a resort’s snow-making capabilities, your ski opportunities are fairly limited in November. It’s a great month for a pre-Christmas getaway and you’ll get some of the best prices for hotels and resorts because it’s so early. Is it good […]

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Is Detroit still losing population?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Since 2010, however, the city’s population has declined at a slower rate than the long term trend, but still the 2020 U.S. decennial census shows the city lost 10.5 percent of its residents. The last time Detroit had 639,111 residents was before 1920. Is Detroit getting better 2021? Detroit is going to be very hot […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Detroit, Michigan

What is the difference between temporary and permanent residency in Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Temporary Resident Visa is intended for people who wish to reside in Mexico for more than 180 days but not longer than four years. The visa is approved for one year, and renewed for 1 to 3 years. After four years maximum, you must apply for a Permanent Residence Visa if you wish to stay […]

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Can you party in Lisbon?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Bairro Alto district and surrounding area is considered one of the two biggest hot spot for nightlife in Lisbon in these days, with more than 100 bars and restaurants in a small neighbourhood. The other big Lisbon area for nightlife is Cais do Sodré. Is Portugal good for nightlife? It is well known for […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Lisbon, Portugal

What kind of pineapples are grown in Hawaii?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Chances are, the fresh pineapple you find in your supermarket is the MD-2 cultivar, a hybrid developed because it’s sweet, low in acid and not susceptible to browning when refrigerated—a common problem in the Smooth Cayenne, which had been Hawaii’s industry standard variety cultivated since the 1880s. What are Hawaiian pineapples called? hala kahikiThe scientific […]

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How cold is New Zealand in July?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

between 45 F and 55 F. In July, the average temperatures range between 45 F and 55 F, with the South Island occasionally seeing temperatures in the 30s. On the North Island, winter temperatures rarely dip below freezing, apart from the mountainous inland regions. Is July a good time to visit New Zealand? When is […]

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How does Michigan rank in education?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Read our methodology to see how the scores and rankings were calculated.Michigan Rankings. Higher Education #42 Pre-K – 12 #32 How do Michigan schools rank nationally? The U.S. News and World Report ranked over 17,700 public schools in the country, and Michigan schools made appearances in the top 1% in a report released by the […]

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What is Finland’s greatest export?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Top Finnish Exports Refined petroleum – $6.07 billion. Kaolin-coated paper – $5.13 billion. Large flat-rolled stainless steel – $2.81 billion. Sulphate chemical wood pulp – $2.87 billion. Sawn wood – $2.27 billion. What sells Finland? Finland’s Top 10 Exports Machinery including computers: US$9.7 billion (14.7% of total exports) Paper, paper items: $7.3 billion (11.1%) Electrical […]

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What are African symbols used for?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The symbols embody non-verbal communicative and aesthetic values, as well as the way of life of the people who designed them. The symbols are usually printed on cotton fabric to produce “Adinkra cloths,” which may be worn on such celebrative occasions as child naming, community durbars and funerary rituals. Why do Africans use symbols? In […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What is Atlanta known for?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Downtown Atlanta is home to CNN, The World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium and the National Center for Civil & Human Rights.Six Flags Over Georgia lies west of the city, while the famed High Museum of Art, Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden and Fox Theatre are in central Midtown. What is Atlanta […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Atlanta, Georgia

How safe is downtown Baltimore?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Baltimore is generally safe for tourists, though some neighborhoods are best avoided. A crime that does occur is mainly between members of street gangs or individuals who know each other, and in areas that are of no interest to visitors. Avoid sketchy neighborhoods and take normal precaution measures. Is downtown Baltimore MD safe? Is Baltimore […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Baltimore, Maryland

How do you say you are beautiful in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

How do you say your pretty in Brazil? Você é linda/lindo. (“You are beautiful/handsome.”) Que bonita(o) está hoje. What does pretty mean in Brazil? If you describe someone as pretty, you mean that they are attractive. She is a shy, pretty girl with enormous blue eyes. American English: pretty /ˈprɪti/ Arabic: لَطِيف Brazilian Portuguese: bonito. […]

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