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How do you pronounce Jamaican names?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

What words do Jamaicans pronounce differently? Wedda – The weather. In Jamaican patois, the use of the double D is an acceptable replacement for ‘TH’ in many words. Vylence – Means violence but Jamaicans have decided that too much phonetic ability is required for the two vowels. Flim – Replaces film. How do you pronounce […]

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Is there anything poisonous in Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Both Black and Brown Widow spiders live in Jamaica. Both are highly venomous and are capable of giving a dangerous bite. Does Jamaica have any poisonous animals? Crocodiles, scorpion fish, sting rays, sea urchins and sharks are just a few of the dangerous animals that you may find when you venture to the ocean. There […]

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What is the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Baseball. Baseball is by far the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic. In fact, after the US, the Dominican Republic has the second highest number of baseball players playing professionally in Major League Baseball (MLB). Currently, the MLB boasts around 100 Dominican players. What sport is popular in the Dominican Republic? BaseballBaseball is the […]

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How do I become a citizen of Trinidad and Tobago?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

By naturalisation Ordinary naturalisation in Trinidad and Tobago can be obtained by adult persons of legal capacity, who in the 12 months prior to submitting an application resided in the territory, are of good character, and intend to be a resident of Trinidad and Tobago. Can you have dual citizenship in Trinidad and Tobago? Citizenship […]

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Does Bonaire have fresh water?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Drinking Water Bonaire’s seawater is distilled and purified to become one of the purest drinking waters in the world. Bottled water is available. Can you drink the tap water in Bonaire? Can you drink tap water in Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao? The answer is yes. Tap water on these former Dutch Antilles islands is distilled […]

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Do they have Internet in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

As of December 6, 2018, Cubans can have full mobile Internet access provided by Cuba’s telecommunications company, ETECSA, at 3G speeds.One network link connects to the global Internet and is used by government officials and tourists, while another connection for use by the general public has restricted content. Is the internet illegal in Cuba? As […]

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How do you tip in Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Tipping in the Turks and Caicos is similar to the tipping customs in the USA. Always check your bill and look for an automatic service charge which could be 10-15%. If a service charge has been added you can choose to leave an additional amount, up to 20% is the recommended total amount. Do you […]

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Where do locals live Turks and Caicos?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

More than four-fifths of the population lives on three islands: South Caicos, Providenciales (commonly called Provo), and Grand Turk. Cockburn Harbour, the islands’ second largest town, is on South Caicos. Where do most people live in Turks and Caicos? While Grand Turk in the east, across the Caicos Channel, is the capital of the territory, […]

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What’s the oldest car you can ship to Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There is an age limit of 5 years for motor vehicles and 10 years for heavy duty equipment being shipped into Jamaica. What year car can I import into Jamaica? An individual or company may import new or used vehicles. At time of importation, used cars must not be older than 4 years and light […]

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Are there waves in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The best time of year for surfing St Lucia with consistent clean waves (rideable swell with light / offshore winds) is during Winter and most often the month of May. Clean surfable waves are typically found 30% of the time in May while 45% of the time it tends to be blown out. Is it […]

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Can a UK citizen retire to Bermuda?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

As of March 2014, if you’re a citizen of the USA, UK or Canada, you don’t require any kind of entry visa and visa waiver to enter Bermuda. Providing you’re staying for less than three months. Once you have a valid passport and a return ticket you’re all set to come and enjoy everything the […]

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What does Divi mean in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The famous Divi Divi (Watapana) tree is Aruba’s natural compass, always pointing in a southwestern direction due to the trade winds that blow across the island from the north-east. What are the lizards in Aruba called? Cnemidophorus arubensis, the Aruba whiptail, or cododo is a species of whiptail lizard in the genus Cnemidophorus. It is […]

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How Martinique become French?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In 1762, however, the British captured the island, only to return it to France under the terms of the Treaty of Paris in 1763.In 1946 Martinique was granted the status of a French département, and in 1974 it was made a région. How did the French acquire Martinique? Napoleonic Wars In 1802, the British returned […]

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Why is Bermuda always warm?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Climate. It’s sub-tropical, thanks to two natural allies: the Gulf Stream and the Bermuda-Azores High. The Gulf Stream pushes warm, equatorial water to the west and north of the island, up from the Gulf of Mexico. This ensures comfortable temperatures year round, from mid 60s in the winter to mid 80s in the summer. Why […]

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Does Jamaica have Uber?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Uber, in a statement on Monday, noted that its app has been available in Jamaica since June 15 through a “vehicle-with-driver” lease agreement. How do you get around in Jamaica? Taking a cab or minibus will be the safest and most hassle-free way to get around Jamaica. But you should only take the official taxis […]

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