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Can an American get a mortgage in Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are no restrictions on foreign buyers acquiring real estate in Jamaica and foreign buyers enjoy the same rights as Jamaican citizens. How can an American buy a house in Jamaica? Foreigners are eligible to buy property in Jamaica without any restrictions. The process begins when the buyer makes an offer. Once the seller accepts […]

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Is Aruba fun for singles?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Single guys who are looking for a great vacation destination need look no further than the sunny “One Happy Island” of Aruba. This beautiful paradise lying just north off the coast of Venezuela provides relaxing and refreshing vacations with tons of activity options by day and enjoying casinos, clubs and bars at night. Is Aruba […]

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How can a Jamaican become a US citizen?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

To apply for an immigrant visa, a foreign citizen seeking to immigrate generally must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident immediate relative(s), or prospective U.S. employer, and have an approved petition before applying for an immigrant visa. How long can a Jamaican citizen stay in the US? The B1/B2 Visa allows […]

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How cheap is it to live in Antigua?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The cost of living in this country is, on average, 20% lower than in most countries in Northern America and Europe. For instance, a monthly rent for a multi-room apartment is around $2,500 in the expensive area, around $2,100 in the usual areas, while the rent for smaller apartments is almost twice as cheap. How […]

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Is Aruba better than St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Saint Lucia does have some beautiful beaches. But Aruba is said to have some of the best beaches in the Caribbean! Plus, Aruba has much more beach coastline than Saint Lucia and is known for its iconic white-sand beaches and turquoise water. These features make it one of the most picturesque islands in the region. […]

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What is healthcare like in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

You’ll find major public medical facilities in Castries and Vieux Fort, as well as smaller clinics around the island; however, the public system is for the most part slow and inefficient. There are good private clinics in the north of the island, the best of which is the Tapion Hospital just south of Castries. Does […]

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How much of the Bahamas is black?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

85%. The population of the Bahamas is 85% African, 12% European and 3% Asian and 3% Latin Americans. Is the Bahamas a black country? listen)), known officially as the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is a sovereign country within the Lucayan Archipelago of the West Indies in the Atlantic.The Bahamas. Commonwealth of The Bahamas Ethnic groups […]

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Are there sandflies in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Yes, there are sand flies, usually found on beaches that have not been sprayed with pestides. Where are sand flies most common? Belize and Honduras are notorious in the Caribbean for their sandfly populations and travel pages frequently warn tourists to bring bug spray containing high concentrations of DEET. Where are sandflies found? Commonly found […]

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How do Cubans greet one another?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cuba is an informal country with few rules of etiquette. Greetings Shake hands with strangers; a kiss or double-cheek kiss is appropriate between people (men–women and women–women) who have already met. How do friends typically greet each other in Cuba? Men often exchange friendly hugs (abrazos) and it is also common for both men and […]

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Are there wild monkeys in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

According to Piyus Haynes, Chief Wildlife Officer, green monkeys were introduced into the Caribbean region in the 17th century during the Transatlantic Slave Trade.However, they most likely got to Saint Lucia as pets and escaped from their owners. Are there monkeys in the Caribbean islands? In fact there are only four islands where Caribbean monkeys […]

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Does Cuba have a Santa Claus?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cuba’s Communist government may have restored Christmas as a public holiday, but that does not mean Santa Claus is welcome on the Caribbean island.Cuba’s government recently restored Christmas to the national holiday calendar after a suspension of almost 30 years. What do they call Santa in Cuba? Santi CloWe give and receive gifts on Nochebuena, […]

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Which parishes in Jamaica did the Tainos settled?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

St Ann is the largest of Jamaica’s 14 parishes. It is also quite possible the site of the earliest human inhabitation of Jamaica. Taino settlements from as early as 600 AD have been found in the parish. The parish is also the site of the first European landfall on Jamaica. What are the four places […]

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Is the food safe in The Bahamas?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Bahamas is a great place to visit, and it’s also a great place to eat – if the food is prepared with care.If you have digestive issues, consume bottled water and stay away from ice, unpasteurized milk, and raw foods like fresh salads. Fresh food provided at hotels, on the other hand, is generally […]

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How do Jamaicans say child?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Pickney is commonly used to refer to a child, in the same way Americans use the word “kid”. How do you say baby in Jamaican? Bae – this is the modern version of Baby or babes that has been going the rounds lately. 12. Why do Jamaicans call children Pinckney? It is a pidgin word […]

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Is Guyana close to Trinidad?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Forming the two southernmost links in the Caribbean chain, Trinidad and Tobago lie close to the continent of South America, northeast of Venezuela and northwest of Guyana. Is Guyana part of Trinidad? Guyana is part of the Anglophone Caribbean. It is part of the mainland Caribbean region maintaining strong cultural, historical, and political ties with […]

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