The risk of malaria in Costa Rica is low. CDC states rare local cases occasionally occur in Matina Canton in Limón Province, Sarapiquí Canton in Heredia Province, and Pital District in San Carlos Canton in Alajuela Province. Is malaria prevalent in Costa Rica? Malaria. Costa Rica is a tropical country and there is a risk […]

The country suffers from many of the same problems that plague most Latin American countries – drug trafficking, poverty, and economic struggles. That being said, Costa Rica is still pretty safe when compared to some of its more violent neighbors. Is there trouble in Costa Rica? Crime is increasing in Costa Rica and U.S. citizens […]

Independence Day (Spanish: Día de la Independencia), also known as the Fifth of July (Cinco de Julio) is the national independence holiday of Venezuela, marked every year on July 5 which celebrates the anniversary since the enactment of the 1811 Venezuelan Declaration of Independence, making the country the first What are some festivals celebrated in […]

South America. Bolivia, country of west-central South America. Extending some 950 miles (1,500 km) north-south and 800 miles (1,300 km) east-west, Bolivia is bordered to the north and east by Brazil, to the southeast by Paraguay, to the south by Argentina, to the southwest and west by Chile, and to the northwest by Peru. Why […]

Only Around 15,000 Jaguars are Thought to be Left in the Wild. Are there jaguars in Costa Rica? Jaguars Are Classified As Near Threatened Today, the jaguar numbers are highest in the Amazon, but they also thrive in the swamp lands and tropical forests in Costa Rica. Thanks to the large number of protected areas […]

1914–1918: Argentina remained neutral during World War I by decision of President Victorino de la Plaza. Hipólito Yrigoyen kept a similar policy. It is considered that staying neutral boosted the Argentine economy. 1919: The Argentine Naval Aviation was established. Was Argentina an ally of Germany? Because of the close ties between Germany and Argentina, the […]

The Pacific coastal desert Location Latitude Average annual temp. Talara 4.58° S 22.3 °C (72.1 °F) Lima 12.05° S 18.7 °C (65.7 °F) Tacna 18.01° S 17.8 °C (64.0 °F) What is the weather like in Peru all year round? Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Lima Peru. In Lima, the summers are warm, […]

Shopping In Costa Rica: Top 10 Places To Shop Mercado Central. Image Source. Mercado Nacional de Artesania (National Craft Market) Image Source. Avenida Escazu. Image Source. City Mall. Image Source. Avenida Central. Image Source. Multiplaza Mall. Image Source. Galeria Namu. Image Source. Central Farmer’s Market Escazu. Image Source. Does Costa Rica have a Walmart store? […]

Earthquakes occur all over the world.The annual average reaches up to 20,000 earthquakes. These earthquakes occur all over the country, but around 45 states are at a moderate to high risk of earthquakes. Places like Costa Rica experience small and large-scale earthquakes frequently – about 12 each day. How often do earthquakes happen in Costa […]

The only caveat: This time period falls directly in the Atlantic hurricane season, which lasts from June through November. The heaviest rains fall in July and August, so pack an umbrella if you’re planning a late summer visit. Key Events: Chasin’ the Sun Music Festival (September) Do hurricanes ever hit Panama? There are still no […]

The most popular traditional pieces of clothes in Brazil are bombachas pants, baiana dress, poncho, Carmen Miranda costume, and cowboy hat. The bombachas are baggy pants often worn by gauchos – South American cowboys. They are comfortable for riding and look charming. Usually, bombachas are made from cotton. How do girls dress in Brazil? Fashion […]

But it’s more than attractive views that contribute to the positive national mood. Researchers have identified Costa Rica’s primary sources of happiness as renewable resources—strong social bonds, a clean environment, and investment in education. Are Costa Rican people nice? Generally, Ticos are a warm, friendly and welcoming people. Since tourism is such an important part […]

The word Guatemala means “land of many trees” in Mayan. But oil palms and cornfields now blanket the land once covered in forest. Why does Guatemala mean land of trees? The name “Guatemala” comes from the indigenous Náhuatl word “Quauhtlemallan,” meaning “land of many trees.” It is an apt name for the lushly forested country, […]

Maje is Nicaraguan slang for someone who is not a good person, or someone you don’t like. Although, these days it is more and more widely used, with a less negative connotation. What does Maje mean in slang? idiotmaje (plural majes) (colloquial, El Salvador) idiot, stupid (said about a man) Synonyms: tonto, estúpido, idiota, (Mexico, […]

Argentinian cuisine relies heavily on asado, which refers to both barbecued meats and the social events centered around them.Nothing finishes off a savory meat-based meal like a dessert made with Dulce de Leche, a sweet spread made from milk and sugar that’s similar to a smooth, creamy caramel. What is Argentina’s traditional food? The national […]