The short answer to this question is no. Mexico is not part of Central America. According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica: “Central America, southernmost region of North America, lying between Mexico and South America and comprising Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Belize.” Is Mexico considered North America? These are Central America and […]

What was Costa Rica’s Registered Motor Vehicles in 2015? Last Previous Unit 1,076.401 2015 1,025.995 2014 Unit th How many people have cars in Costa Rica? 2 million vehiclesThere are currently just over 2 million vehicles in Costa Rica, according to figures from the National Registry, for a population of some 5 million. More than […]

Honduras is a low middle-income country that faces major challenges, with more than 66 percent of the population living in poverty in 2016, according to official data. In rural areas, approximately one out of 5 Hondurans live in extreme poverty, or on less than US$1.90 per day. What is family life like in Honduras? Honduran […]

Argentina, for much of its history and including the present day, has been an overwhelmingly Christian country. The largest Christian denomination in the country is Roman Catholicism.Only 35% of Argentines consider religion to be very important in their lives according to a 2015 Pew Research Center report. Why is religion important in Argentina? Religion has […]

Ways in which Argentinian Spanish differs from Peninsular Spanish Argentinian Spanish Peninsular Spanish English Sweater Jersey Sweater Cartera Bolso Handbag/Purse Lindo Bonito/guapo Good-looking/beautiful Enojado Enfadado Angry What kind of clothes do they wear in Argentina? Like in Spain, Argentines tend to dress up more than the average American. Young men wear jeans and t-shirts or […]

Costa Rican culture is a vibrant blend of indigenous heritage and Spanish colonial influence, with a dash of Jamaican, Chinese, and other immigrant cultures lending character and customs. The result is a nation of laid-back, friendly, and happy people.A nation proud to share its cultural riches. What is so unique about Costa Rica? Costa Rica […]

Potatoes are the most commonly eaten vegetable in the world, but they shine most brightly in Peru. After originating from the wild Andes of Peru thousands of years ago, they have become a treasured crop worldwide and the star of Peruvian cuisine. Where did the first potato come from? PeruPotato Facts: Origins of the Potato […]

Costa Rica has coasts on the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Climate: The climate in Costa Rica is tropical and subtropical. There are only two seasons: the dry season, which lasts from December to April and the rainy season from May to November. Is Costa Rica in the tropics? In geography, the region between […]

Like many countries with economic challenges, Argentina has some crime issues. Buenos Aires, Córdoba, and other major cities can be prone to petty crime. Still, violent crimes are rare in areas popular with Expats in Argentina. Research supports Expats’ view of Argentina as a safe country to live in. Is Argentina a good place to […]

With a length of up to 10 cm, Suris are the largest edible insects in the Peruvian Amazon. The sheer size surely doesn’t make them the most mouthwatering looking creatures. So why are they such a popular food – or is it just a gimmick for tourists? Do Peruvians eat bugs? In Peru, suri is […]

Violent crime is at its peak in Honduras. Poverty, violence, and insecurity are the main reasons for the high crime rate. Then there are quite a lot of gang wars as well. Locals have to pay “war taxes” which keeps the poverty rate high as well. Why is it so bad to live in Honduras? […]

Spanish: 42 Million Speakers This is a huge percentage of the country’s population, which sits at around 43.8 million people. What percentage of Argentina speaks Spanish? Demographics of Argentina Infant mortality rate 9.2 deaths/1,000 live births (2019) Net migration rate 0 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2012 est.) Age structure 0–14 years 25.2% (male 5,450,679/ female 5,200,704) Are […]

More than 99.5% of Colombians speak Spanish. English has official status in the San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina Islands. In addition to Spanish, there are several other languages spoken in Colombia. Sixty-five of these languages are Amerindian in nature. How do Colombians say hello? “¡Hola!” This is probably the most basic form of greeting […]

Panama’s most famous drink is seco, a sugar-cane-distilled alcohol produced in Herrera and commonly served with milk and ice. You won’t find seco in trendy bars or high-end restaurants; it’s consumed mostly in rural communities and cantinas. Also popular in Panama are rum, vodka, and scotch. What is Panama’s national drink? Seco HerreranoSeco Sour This […]