The sea is warm enough for swimming all year round, even though on the northern islands it is slightly cooler, at least in the winter months: in Nassau the water temperature ranges from 24 °C (75 °F) in February and March to 29 °C (84 °F) between July and September. How warm is the Bahamas […]
What is the drinking age in Bonaire?
18. The legal drinking age on Bonaire is 18 for both beer and other alcohol. The legal age for gambling in a casino is 21. The Dutch Caribbean has its own drug laws which are not the same as Holland. Our drug laws are not lenient. What language is spoken on Bonaire? Papiamento most-spoken language […]
Can you wear khaki in Barbados?
It’s not only illegal in Barbados, but it is also illegal and/or frowned upon in many other Caribbean islands and Central American countries. These islands include St. Lucia, Trinidad, Antigua, and maybe St. Kitts. What can’t you wear in Barbados? The wearing of any form of camouflage is illegal in Barbados.Do not dress in, or […]
Does shipping to Puerto Rico require customs forms?
Puerto Rico is a United States territory, and as such, USPS treats it as a domestic mailing destination. So, you typically don’t need to fill out customs forms when shipping to Puerto Rico. Do packages to Puerto Rico go through customs? A shipment to Puerto Rico doesn’t need to go through customs because it is […]
How is the climate in Dominican Republic?
Climate. The Dominican Republic has a moderate, relatively mild tropical climate, although it lies well within the tropical zone. Conditions are ameliorated in many areas by elevation and by the northeast trade winds, which blow steadily from the Atlantic all year long. What is the climate usually like in the Dominican Republic? Weather and climate […]
What God do Jamaicans believe in?
Emperor Haile Selassie I. Rastafarians believe in the divinity of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia and in the eventual return of his exiled followers to Africa. Rastafarianism has become internationally known through its associations with reggae music and some of Jamaica’s most successful musical stars. Who is the Jamaican God? Haile Selassie IHaile Selassie […]
Is Jamaica richer than Dominican Republic?
The Dominican Republic with a GDP of $85.6B ranked the 67th largest economy in the world, while Jamaica ranked 122nd with $15.7B. By GDP 5-years average growth and GDP per capita, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica ranked 16th vs 153rd and 85th vs 106th, respectively. Is Dominican Republic a poor or rich country? The Dominican […]
Is it expensive to live in St Kitts and Nevis?
A fantastic island in the Caribbean, St Kitts and Nevis’ cost of living is considered relatively moderate. It is more expensive to live in St Kitts and Nevis than in most of the Caribbean islands due to the fact that the country has to import many of its products. How much does it cost to […]
Why is the sand pink in Aruba?
Fun fact, the pink sand actually comes from microscopic coral insects known as Foraminifera. These tiny insects have bright red shells and live on the underside of coral reefs. When they die, they wash up on shore, turning the sand a lovely pink color. What causes the sand to be pink? Pink sand beaches get […]
How did colonialism affect the Caribbean?
Colonialism created a high level of ethnic, linguistic, and economic diversity in the Caribbean. The main shifts were the demise of indigenous groups and the introduction of African slaves. The African influence can be witnessed in the religions of Santeria in Cuba, Vodoo (Voodou) in Haiti, and Rasta in Jamaica. What are 2 effects of […]
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. What are some Dominican slangs? 21 Dominican Slang Terms That You Probably Use All the Time Vaina. What it means: A thing; any thing. In a sentence: Coje esa vaina de mi escritorio. Vacano. What it […]
Can I bring meat into Bermuda?
Importations of meat in excess of 20lbs. must be accompanied by a “health inspection certificate”, and must be used for personal consumption only, not for sale. The food items listed below may be imported into Bermuda duty free. Can I take meat into Bermuda? Visitors are permitted to bring food to Bermuda provided it is […]
How do I get to Montserrat?
Although there’s no shortcut to get to Montserrat, it’s actually pretty easy. Both airline and ferry service depart from our closest neighbour, Antigua. Choose a flight from your city to Antigua, and then book a 20-minute flight from there to Montserrat. How long is the ferry from Antigua to Montserrat? 90 minutesFerry operators A passenger […]
What are the major valleys in Jamaica?
Some of them includes attraction that are worth visiting. These are Great valley, Canoe valley, Adams valley and George’s valley. Located latitude 17o and longitude -77o, Canoe valley is near to some familiar places such as Alligator Pond, Alligator Hole River, Blue Hole and Milk River. What is the name of the valley in Jamaica? […]
What is the corporate tax rate in BVI?
In all other respects BVI is either a zero or no tax territory, including no taxes on income, capital gains, sales, profits, inheritances and corporations.Taxes. Singapore BVI Headline Corporate Tax Rate 17% Nil Personal Tax Rate 0% to 22% Nil Sales Tax 7% Nil Capital Gains Tax Nil Nil What is the corporate tax rate […]