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How much is a slice of bread in Venezuela?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Cost of Living in Venezuela Restaurants Edit Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) 1.79$ Rice (white), (1 lb) 0.50$ Eggs (regular) (12) 1.63$ Local Cheese (1 lb) 1.80$ How much is a dozen eggs in Venezuela in 2020? It costs $150 to buy a dozen eggs in Venezuela right now. The International Monetary Fund […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Which side was Argentina on in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Argentina stayed neutral during the whole of World War II, declaring war on Germany only just before its capitulation. To postwar Germans, Argentina was the most desirable destination for middle- and upper-class emigrants next to Switzerland. Many returned after the fall of Peron. Was Argentina an ally in ww2? A newspaper announcing Argentina’s severing of […]

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When did slavery end in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1825. An estimated eight million Africans and natives died from working in Bolivian silver mines during the nearly three centuries between 1544 when the Spanish first arrived and 1825, the end of the colonial period. Bolivia officially ended slavery with its independence from Spain in 1825. How did Africans get to Bolivia? In 1544, the […]

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What is a popular tradition in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Much like in Spain, Guatemalan people celebrate Christmas, Advent, Three Kings, and Easter as the most important holidays of the year. Additionally, each village and town honors their respective patron saints and other local events annually. Food also plays an important role in most Guatemalan celebrations. What are some popular traditions in Guatemala? 11 Guatemalan […]

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How safe is Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In Central America and The Caribbean overall, Costa Rica is ranked the number one most peaceful country in the region out of 12. However, the homicide rate increased from 11.9 homicides per 100,000 people to 12.3 in the last year, and crime is still a significant threat to travelers in Costa Rica. What should I […]

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Why Costa Rica is so expensive?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The combination of purchasing more from abroad than producing at home, the increased cost of fuel to transport foreign goods, the additional costs of production, and the erratic behavior of the colón has made Costa Rica a perfect storm for elevated prices. Is Costa Rica cheap or expensive? Costa Rica can be expensive. At least, […]

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What is the poorest city in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1. Piaui. Located in the northeast region of Brazil, Piaui is the poorest state with a GDP per capita income of R$8,137. What are the poor areas in Brazil called? favela, also spelled favella, in Brazil, a slum or shantytown located within or on the outskirts of the country’s large cities, especially Rio de Janeiro […]

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Is Argentina environmentally friendly?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Argentina does not immediately spring to mind as a country at the forefront of sustainable design, and yet it may surprise you.With both humanitarian and ecological ethics, designers in Argentina are truly at the forefront of trying to protect the future. Does Argentina have a good environment? Environmental issues Argentina had a 2018 Forest Landscape […]

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What are 3 other things aside from visiting Machu Picchu that you must do near and around Cusco?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Note – this post was originally published in 2010 but was updated in June 2021. Hike the Colca Canyon. The Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca. Explore the Amazon Rainforest. Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines. Sand boarding and Dune Buggy in Huacachina. Surfing in Mancora. Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas. What else is […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Cusco, Peru

How do you say drunk in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Estar en pedo means that someone is drunk. You can use this to tell someone they’re drunk (¡Estás en pedo!), announce your own drunkenness (Estoy en pedo) or denounce the drunkenness of others (Están en pedo). What does Wacho mean in Argentina? rascal26) Wacho. This Argentine slang is best described as a term for a […]

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Does Nicaragua have crocodiles?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

American Crocodiles – This species can be found throughout the San Juan River and Lake Nicaragua. While attacks sometimes do occur, fatalities are exceptionally rare. Are there alligators or crocodiles in Nicaragua? Nicaragua’s several species of marine turtles are all in danger of extinction.Alligators, crocodiles (Crocodilus acutus), caimans (Caiman crocodilus), and the Ñoca turtle (Trachemys […]

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Is voting mandatory in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Costa Rica – Voting is mandatory by law for all those inscribed in the Electoral Rolls. However, those who do not vote face no direct consequences. Absenteeism was consistently around 20 percent until the 1990s, when it jumped to nearly 30 percent. Does Costa Rica get to vote? U.S. citizens living in Costa Rica can […]

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What does Brazil lead the world in?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

coffee. The nation is a top producer in coffee production. Brazil’s economy grew rapidly during the first decade of the 21st century, and it now has one of the world’s largest economies in terms of gross domestic product, according to the International Monetary Fund. What does Brazil contribute to the world? Brazil is the world’s […]

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Is Uber allowed in Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

For the last several years, you could use Uber in Colombia—even though the service was technically illegal. Despite the ambiguity, locals say it remained a popular choice for many people. On January 31, 2020, Uber officially left Colombia.Basically, you can now rent a car through Uber, which includes a driver. Are Ubers legal in Colombia? […]

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What does SIM mean in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

yes. ‘ to give a positive response to a question. American English: yes! / yˈɛs/ Arabic: نَعَم Brazilian Portuguese: sim! What is the meaning SIM? Subscriber Identity/Identification Modulenoun. Subscriber Identity/Identification Module: a removable card inside a cell phone that stores data unique to the user, as an identification number, passwords, phone numbers, and messages. Also […]

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