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Is French spoken in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The official language of the Republic of Cuba is Spanish, and – given the high level of literacy of Cubans – use is correct and ample with “cubanismos” or idiosyncratic words. Many people speak english, and those working in tourism tend to also speak German, French, Italian, and Russian. Is Cuba a French speaking country? […]

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How do I get permanent residence in the Bahamas?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

APPLYING FOR RESIDENCY IN THE BAHAMAS. Individuals seeking to become legal residents of The Bahamas may make application to the Department of Immigration for either permanent residence or an annual permit to reside. The application process is typically handled by a local law firm. How do I become a permanent resident of the Bahamas? To […]

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What is hello in Jamaican?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Although a greeting, this question is asked to check on a person to see how they are doing. Hail up – Hi or Hello. Mostly used by Jamaican men especially those practicing the Rastafarian faith. Yow! – Hey. How do Jamaicans say hello? Useful phrases in Jamaican Phrase Jimiekn / Patwah (Jamaican) Welcome Welcome Hello […]

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When was slavery abolished in Grenada?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

1834. 19th century In 1833, Grenada became part of the British Windward Islands Administration and remained so until 1958. Slavery was abolished in 1834. Were there slaves in Grenada? The slaves of Central Africa numbered more than 12,000 people, 11% of the enslaved of Grenada. Many of the enslaved people were also Mandinka. The first […]

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Is Bahamas tap water safe to drink?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Drinking tap water in the Bahamas is generally of good quality and safety is considered to be well regulated. However, as in any hot tropical country, there are still some precautions that wise visitors prefer to take. First of all, although tap water is considered good, you can still stick to bottled water. Can I […]

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Which country owned Puerto Rico during the American Revolution?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Representatives of Spain and the United States signed a peace treaty in Paris on December 10, 1898, which established the independence of Cuba, ceded Puerto Rico and Guam to the United States, and allowed the victorious power to purchase the Philippines Islands from Spain for $20 million. Who owned Puerto Rico before the US? SpainFrom […]

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What month has the most hurricanes in the Caribbean?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

During May and June, at the very start of the Caribbean hurricane season, most hurricanes occur in the western Caribbean. By August and September, they can occur throughout most of the region. The season peaks in October, when the ocean surface temperature is at its warmest. What month is worst for hurricanes? Between the years […]

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Is Cuba a rich or poor country?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The government sets most prices and rations goods to citizens. In 2019, Cuba ranked 70th out of 189 countries, with a Human Development Index of 0.783, placed in the high human development category. As of 2012, the country’s public debt comprised 35.3% of GDP, inflation (CDP) was 5.5%, and GDP growth was 3%. What is […]

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What percentage of Barbados is white?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The population of Barbados is predominantly black (92.4%) or mixed (3.1%). [1] 2.7% of the population is white and 1.3% South Asian. The remaining 0.4% of the population includes East Asians (0.1%) and Middle Easterners (0.1%). What percentage of Barbadians are white? In Barbados around 92.3% of the population is black African-descended, 2.7% is white […]

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What nationality is Barbados?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ethnic groups. Close to 90% of all Barbadians (also known colloquially as “Bajan”) are of Afro-Caribbean descent (“Afro-Bajans”) and mixed descent. The remainder of the population includes groups of Europeans (“Anglo-Bajans” / “Euro-Bajans”) mainly from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, and Italy. What race is Barbados? Race. The population of Barbados is predominantly black (91%) […]

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What country is a 12 mile swim from Trinidad?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Dragons Mouths, or Dragon’s Mouths, Spanish Bocas del Dragón , is a channel of the southeastern Caribbean Sea, between Point Peñas, which lay at the eastern end of the Paria Peninsula in northeastern Venezuela, and the northwestern extremity of the island of Trinidad. The channel is about 12 miles or 20 km wide. Where is […]

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What grocery stores are in Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Grocery Stores on Providenciales, Turks and Caicos There’s something so luxurious about having access to a kitchen, and your own food, while on vacation. Graceway Gourmet. Graceway IGA. Payless Cash-n-Carry. Quality. Why are groceries expensive in Turks and Caicos? Grocery Prices in Turks and Caicos. Here’s the thing, almost nothing is produced in terms of […]

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Can I ship media mail to Puerto Rico?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Media mail (USPS). This is the least expensive but slowest. Allow our 3 business days for us to process the order, plus around 4 weeks for USPS to do its magic (but it can be 5-6 weeks for some areas, including the West Coast, Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico). Media mail is only for domestic […]

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Is St Kitts expensive to visit?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

You should plan to spend around EC$671 ($248) per day on your vacation in Saint Kitts and Nevis, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.So, a trip to Saint Kitts and Nevis for two people for one week costs on average EC$9,391 ($3,475). Is St Kitts cheap? A fantastic […]

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When did the Martinique volcano erupt?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

May 7, 1902. On May 7, 1902, Martinique’s Mount Pelée begins the deadliest volcanic eruption of the 20th century. The following day, the city of Saint Pierre, which some called the Paris of the Caribbean, was virtually wiped off the map. When was the last time Martinique volcano erupted? Mount Pelée Age of rock 89+ […]

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