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Is it worth going to Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

They all love it in Aruba – especially the sun, Beach and sand. Although it will be a long trip for you, IMO it is worth it. Once you arrive you will enjoy the warmth of the climate as well as the warmth of the people. The restaurants are fabulous and if you like to […]

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What percentage of St Lucia is black?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Lucia’s population is predominantly of African and mixed African-European descent, with small East Indian and European minorities. St. Lucian society was homogeneous; 90 percent of the population was black. The balance of the population was mulatto (5.5 percent), East Indian (3.2 percent), or white (0.8 percent). What is the racial makeup of St Lucia? Ethnic […]

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Is a marriage in Cuba legal in the US?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cuban citizens are allowed to marry in Miami, US, only if they obtain relevant immigration documents provided by the American authorities. The Cuban fiancé of an American citizen can enter US if they file for an immigrant visa for spouses or fiancés. Is a marriage in another country valid in the US? Generally, any marriage […]

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What planes do BA fly to St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Flying Boing 777 aircraft, the long-haul BA flights will depart London Gatwick at 12:20 p.m. to arrive at Hewanorra International at 5:15 p.m. (local times) on Wednesdays and then again on Saturdays to allow for better connections. What aircraft does BA fly to St Lucia? Boeing 777 aircraftBritish Airways is one of the biggest airlines […]

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Are all Caribbean islands poor?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Despite general improvements in living standards, poverty rates average 30 per cent of the Caribbean population. Social and human development indicators show that Barbados, Antigua-Barbuda and the Bahamas are doing better than Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica and Suriname. Why are Caribbean islands so poor? Lagging income from agricultural exports and rising prices for critical imports, […]

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Does Aruba Get sharks?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Yes, there are sharks in Aruba. The sharks are found further out in the open water, they are not known to come near the beaches. You will find that there are over 20 species of sharks in the Dutch Caribbean islands. You will find sharks species like reef sharks, whale sharks, and hammerhead sharks there. […]

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Was there slavery in Martinique?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Martinique’s history is deeply rooted in slavery and in sugar production.The first slaves arrived to the island in 1605 due to a shipwreck, and the trade was most active between 1725 and 1760. In total, about 216 000 enslaved Africans were brought to the island between the years 1500 and 1848. When did slavery end […]

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What is the calmest beach in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

If you’re talking about a beach with hotels, then Palm Beach is the calmest. Baby Beach is actually calmer but that’s at the other end of the island and there are no hotels nearby. Where is the calmest water in Aruba? Mangel Halto The perfect sunbathing and snorkeling spot in Aruba has to be Mangel […]

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Is Martinique a French speaking country?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Martinique is also an Outermost Region (OMR) of the European Union and a special territory of the European Union; the currency in use is the euro. Virtually the entire population speaks both French (the sole official language) and Martinican Creole. Why is Martinique a French speaking country? Martinique is an overseas department of France, so […]

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Can I use my credit card in Bermuda?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bermuda is known as electronically one of the most wired countries in the world. No wonder that all kinds of credit cards are widely accepted in Bermuda like the Master, Visa and American Express. Almost all stores, restaurants and big hotels will accept credit cards. Are American dollars accepted in Bermuda? The U.S. dollar is […]

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What are some Cuban slang words?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

14 Slang Words Only Cubans Understand ¿Que bola? This is by far one of the most popular Cuban phrases. Acere. If you look up acere in the Spanish dictionary, you’d be surprised to find that it means an assortment of smelly monkeys. Punto. Yuma. Pinchar. Tremendo paquete. Jama/ar. Por la izquierda. What are some Cuban […]

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What places in Jamaica have Spanish names?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Spanish cities and towns in Jamaica The reminders of this historical period are the names of places all over the island, Such as Ocho Rios, Rio Bueno, Santa Cruz, Rio Cobre, Port Antonio and most importantly Spanish Town, formerly known as St. Jago de la Vega, the capital under the Spanish. Which rivers in Jamaica […]

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Are people friendly in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Generally, the people are pretty laid back and friendly. There’s big rum drinking culture here and beer is abundant too. The best thing to do if you’re planning on staying on Saint Lucia for the foreseeable future is to head online, check out expat groups, Facebook pages, ask questions and get some insider knowledge. Are […]

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How long can a US citizen stay in Curacao?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

U.S. citizens are allowed to stay in Curaçao without a visa or permit for a maximum consecutive period of six months each calendar year. If you want to stay longer than 180 days, or if you want to work, you must apply for a residence permit. How long can you live in Curaçao? Curaçao – […]

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Do Cayman Islands report to IRS?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Expatriating from the United States to the Cayman Islands does not relieve you of your duty to report income to the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS. While your location may have changed, your tax obligations have not. What countries do not report to the IRS? Here are some of the highlights of non-CRS countries: Armenia. […]

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