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Did the Caribbean have natives?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The indigenous peoples of the Caribbean included the Taíno, the Kalinago of the Lesser Antilles, and the Guanahatabey of western Cuba. What happened to the natives of the Caribbean? The 1518 smallpox epidemic killed 90% of the natives who had not already perished. Warfare and harsh enslavement by the colonists had also caused many deaths. […]

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What airport do you fly into to go to Ocho Rios Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Ian Fleming International Airport Ian Fleming International Airport Airport type Public Operator Airports Authority of Jamaica Serves Ocho Rios, Jamaica Location Boscobel, Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica Where do you fly to get to Ocho Rios? So, which airport in Jamaica do you fly into for Ocho Rios or anywhere between Ocho Rios and Negril for […]

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Can you boat from Miami to Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

How long will it take to get to Cuba by ferry? The inaugural sailings will be from Miami to Havana and/or Port Everglades to Havana.The 250 nautical mile journey will take the fast ferry about 10 hours to complete. From Key West, the sailing distance to Cuba is around 90 nautical miles, a mere 4 […]

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What is the salary of a Jamaican soldier?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Jamaica Defence Force Salaries Job Title Salary Account Technician salaries – 1 salaries reported JMD 990,000/yr Military Officer salaries – 1 salaries reported JMD 480,000/mo Army Soldier salaries – 1 salaries reported JMD 115,000/mo Operations Officer salaries – 1 salaries reported JMD 750,000/mo How much do soldiers in Jamaica get paid? Jamaica Defence Force Military […]

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Which leader led Grenada to its independence?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Sir Eric Matthew Gairy. Sir Eric Matthew Gairy PC (18 February 1922 – 23 August 1997) was the first Prime Minister of Grenada, serving from his country’s independence in 1974 until his overthrow in a coup by Maurice Bishop in 1979.Eric Gairy. The Right Honourable Sir Eric Matthew Gairy Children Jennifer and Marcelle Who led […]

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How much is sales tax in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Related Last Unit Personal Income Tax Rate 52.00 percent Corporate Tax Rate 25.00 percent Sales Tax Rate 3.00 percent Does Aruba have tax? Aruba currently has a progressive income tax rate, divided over two groups and including 14 tax brackets (the rates progress from 7% to 58.95%). What is the VAT tax in Aruba? Value […]

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What do I need to marry a Cuban?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Individuals interested in marrying a Cuban in USA should know that the Cuban citizen will also need to provide a birth certificate and a Certificate of Single Status notarized in front of a public notary, in order to attest the fact that they are single and not involved in another marriage concluded elsewhere. What documents […]

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Did the British came to Trinidad before the French?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Trinidad thus became a British crown colony, with a French-speaking population and Spanish laws. British rule was formalized under the Treaty of Amiens (1802).British period. Colony of Trinidad and Tobago • Attachment of Trinidad Tobago 20 October 1889 • Independence 31 August 1962 Who arrived first in Trinidad? Christopher ColumbusChristopher Columbus landed on Trinidad, which […]

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What race is people from Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Arawak heritage is stronger on Aruba than on most Caribbean islands. The population is estimated to be 75% mixed European/African/Amerindian, 15% Black and 10% other ethnicities. Although no full-blooded Aboriginals remain, the features of half of the islanders clearly indicate their genetic Arawak heritage. What race is in Aruba? Most of Aruba’s population is […]

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How much does it cost to rent a car in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Cheap car rentals in Saint Lucia Economy $50/day Standard $64/day Full-size $69/day SUV $55/day Minivan $68/day Can you rent a car in St Lucia now? Travelers are able to book rental cars at all major airport and rail stations in Saint Lucia as well as a number of office locations throughout the city. With our […]

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Where did Michael Jackson stay in the Bahamas?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Bridge Suite, located in the Royal Tower, is also known as the Michael Jackson suite as he often stayed in the luxurious room. The Bridge Suite offers ten rooms at almost 5,000 square feet of space. How much is the Michael Jackson suite in the Bahamas? The bridge suite that Michael Jackson owns, rents […]

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Does Bonaire have a hurricane season?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bonaire and its beautiful beaches are located outside the hurricane belt.That’s prime hurricane season, which falls between June 1 and November 30. Do hurricanes hit Bonaire? Bonaire. Bonaire’s most recent encounters with hurricanes were back in 2007 and 2016, just like Aruba. Average daily highs in the summer reach the mid-80s, while September and October […]

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Is shopping cheaper in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Save Money — Aruba has a long history of being a bargain shopping destination, and jewelry prices are incredibly reasonable. In addition to discounted pricing, duty-free jewelry in Aruba is cheaper because it does not include added taxes or tariffs. Are things cheaper in Aruba? Aruba is expensive, though you can pay in U.S. dollars […]

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How much money should I take to Aruba for a week?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

So, a trip to Aruba for two people for one week costs on average À6,558 ($3,643). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget. A vacation to Aruba for one week usually costs around À3,279 for one person. How much cash do I […]

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What kind of country is Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Cuba Republic of Cuba República de Cuba (Spanish) Religion (2020) 58.9% Christianity 23.2% No religion 17.6% Folk religions 0.3% Others Demonym(s) Cuban Government Unitary Marxist–Leninist one-party socialist republic • First Secretary President Miguel Díaz-Canel Is Cuba a communist country? Cuba has had a socialist political system since 1959 based on the “one state – one […]

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