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What is the most important holiday in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Holidays and Festivals in Cuba January 1 – 2 Triumph of the Revolution and Victory Day. January 28 – José Martí’s birthday. February Cigar Festival. May 1 – Labor Day. Last week of July – Carnaval in Santiago de Cuba. July 26 – National Revolution Day. September 8 –Virgen de Cobre Feast Day. What is […]

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Do you have to pay tourist tax in Dominican Republic?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Tourists from the U.S. and abroad that purchase a ticket to the Dominican Republic will be subject to a $10 USD non-refundable tourist tax.All Dominican Republic residents, visa holders and Dominican nationals are exempt from this tax and are eligible for a refund with a receipt. Do you have to pay a fee to enter […]

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How far is Cuba from the Florida Cost?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The distance between Cuba and Florida is 332 miles. How far is Cuba from Florida by car? Yes, the driving distance between Cuba to Florida is 494 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Cuba to Florida. How far is Florida to Cuba by boat? Cuba is about 90 miles south of Florida. […]

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Is Trinidad food spicy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Many fruits available in Trinidad and Tobago are commonly used in a savory and usually spicy delicacy broadly referred to as “chow”. The main ingredients of chow are usually: the fruit of choice, culantro (bandhaniya), pepper (powdered, sauce or natural form), salt and sometimes garlic and vinegar. Why is Trinidad food Indian? Indians arrived on […]

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How do Dominicans say have a good day?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Another feature of the Dominican accent shared with other Spanish speakers from El Caribe (the Caribbean) is eliminating or aspirating the letter “s.” The common phrase “Que tengas un buen día” (Have a good day) sounds like “Que tenga’ un buen día.” Dominicans also have the habit of shortening common words and phrases. What are […]

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How do you say I love you in St Lucian Creole?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

I LOVE YOU IN ST LUCIA CREOLE – Kwéyòl – Mwen renmen ou – St lucian Creole Phrases Sticker. How do you say hello in St Lucian Patois? The official language in St Lucia is English. However, Patois (also refered to as Creole) is also widely spoken. Creole is based on French, and many of […]

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What did the Chinese contribute to Trinidad and Tobago?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Chinese brought their customs, culture, food, games, traditions and way of dress with them when they came to Trinidad. Even though they have been assimilated into Trinidadian society they still observe some of these customs. The wider Trinidadian society in turn has adopted some of the Chinese heritage. What did the Chinese contribute to […]

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What are Bermuda shorts men’s?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bermuda shorts, also known as walk shorts or dress shorts, are a particular type of short trousers, worn as semi-casual attire by both men and women. The hem, which can be cuffed or un-cuffed, is around 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the knee. What’s the difference between Bermuda shorts and walk shorts? Whether you call […]

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What does Jamaica export to USA?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Exports The top exports of Jamaica are Aluminium Oxide ($966M), Refined Petroleum ($263M), Aluminium Ore ($89.5M), Hard Liquor ($86.7M), and Other Processed Fruits and Nuts ($49.4M), exporting mostly to United States ($594M), Netherlands ($201M), Germany ($173M), Canada ($134M), and Iceland ($120M). What does the US import from Jamaica? Jamaica Imports from United States Value Year […]

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Does Dominican Republic use USD?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The currency of the Dominican Republic is the Dominican peso, which you can’t import or export. The most convenient currency to take with you is US dollars, which you can change to pesos once you arrive.For more information, check out Money and duty-free in the Dominican Republic. How much is $100 US in Dominican pesos? […]

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What holiday was banned for 30 years in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Christmas. In 1969, Fidel Castro banned the people in his country from celebrating Christmas at all (Christmas to be Observed in Cuba). The reasoning behind the ban on Christmas was to keep the people in the sugar cane fields so that there would be a bigger harvest of sugar each year (Ojito). Why did Cuba […]

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How can I retire in the Dominican Republic?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

This law allows people to retire to the Dominican Republic under very generous circumstances. Pensioners must simply provide proof of a stable source of income of at least $1,500 a month. The income can come from a government pension plan, a private pension or independent income. Is the Dominican Republic safe to retire to? While […]

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Was Trinidad colonized by the Dutch?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The colony was abandoned in 1630, but was reestablished in 1633 by a fresh group of 200 settlers. The Dutch traded with the Nepoyo in Trinidad and established fortified trading posts on the east and south coasts of that island. Did the Dutch colonize Trinidad? Trinidad was formally ceded to the United Kingdom in 1802. […]

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Which country owns Bonaire?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Bonaire, island and special municipality within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, in the westernmost group of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean Sea. Who is Bonaire owned by? the NetherlandsGovernance. Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba are part of the Netherlands, which is one of four countries in the Kingdom of […]

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Do Great Whites live in the Caribbean?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Scientists have published papers in the past two weeks that show the Pacific population is growing and that the number of white sharks in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf have likely increased as well. With more sharks, the population is likely expanding in range. Why are there no great whites in the Bahamas? The Bahamas […]

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