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Is there Diet Coke in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Or a Sprite. Or an Orange Fanta, Which—Let’s Be Honest—Is Delicious. When you hear the word, “soda,” caramel colored fairies and visions of high fructose corn syrup likely come to mind. Does Costa Rica have Diet Coke? Costa Rica has plenty of pop / soda available for purchase, including several brands you’re probably accustomed to […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How much money does Argentina make from agriculture?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Argentina is an upper middle income country with an efficient agricultural sector that makes a growing contribution to the GDP, from 4.7% of the GDP in 2000 to 6.1% in 2018. What percent of Argentina’s economy is agriculture? 6.84 percentIn 2020, the share of agriculture in Argentina’s gross domestic product was 6.84 percent, industry contributed […]

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Are there villages in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Travelers are voting Panajachel, Jacaltenango and San Mateo Ixtatán as the best of 19 towns & villages in Guatemala. Also popular are Esquipulas and Rabinal in Jalapa City and Chichicastenango in Antigua.Check out our map of towns & villages in Guatemala or these 3 towns & villages near Antigua. What villages are in Guatemala? list […]

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Do I need hiking boots in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bring comfortable walking or hiking shoes with good traction for the Galapagos.If you are not sure-footed and lose your balance on occasions, taller hiking boots with ankle support are recommended. Certain visitor sites during a Galapagos cruise will include walking on loose rocks and uneven terrain. Do you need water shoes for Galapagos? Hiking/water shoes: […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Why do Peruvians eat guinea pigs?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In Peru, it’s estimated that some 65 million guinea pigs are consumed each year. Cultivated by the Incas in the Andes for centuries, the guinea pig was cheaper to raise and required less room to farm than pigs and cattle. Guinea pigs are also high in protein and low in fat and cholesterol. Do Peruvians […]

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What does Lima Mike mean?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Lima Charlie – Loud and Clear. Mikes – Minutes. November Golf – NG or No Go (fail) Oscar-Mike – On the Move. Tango Mike – Thanks Much. Why do soldiers say Oscar Mike? Oscar Mike is military lingo for “On the Move” and was specifically chosen to represent the spirit of its founder and the […]

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

Is Rio the second largest city in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

One of the most famous cities in the country, Rio de Janeiro is the second biggest city in Brazil. It is the capital of the state bearing the same name, and formerly was the capital of the entire country. What is the second largest city in Brazil? Rio de JaneiroMost populated cities in Brazil in […]

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What is the main source of income in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Manufacturing (20%), commerce (18%), private services (14%), and agriculture (12%) are the biggest estimated economic sectors in Guatemala. The country’s economic structure shows a declining trend in the agricultural sector. Guatemala is the third biggest country in Central America. What is Guatemala known for producing? The major exports are chemical products and coffee, followed by […]

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What should I pack for Ecuador in July?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ecuador & Galapagos Packing List 2-3 Shorts: at least 1 active pair. 1 Warmer Jacket: for higher altitudes. 1 pair Flip flops: that can get wet. Ginger tablets or gravol to avoid getting seasick on the boat rides in the Galapagos. Backpack for day trips (ideally large enough to bring a water bottle, camera, towel, […]

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Does San Jose get hot?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

San Jose doesn’t get many really hot days a year. But a day of 90-degree weather can show up as early as April or as late as October. The city averages just one day annually when the temperature reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 °C) or more. A day that hot can happen anytime from May […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

What are the Galapagos Islands home to?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Located 1,000km due west of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, the islands are home to many unique species found nowhere else in the world. The best known are the Galapagos giant tortoise, land iguana and lava lizard. What are the Galapagos Islands used for? In the 450 years of human history, the islands have been […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Why is Central America unique?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The region is synonymous with passion, mysticism, culture, sun, beach, sand, richness and volcanic heat, with populations whose lineages come from old and varied cultures, which when merged with Europeans and Africans generated the rich fusion that makes it a unique and incomparable region. What is Central America most known for? The most famous places […]

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How powerful is Brazil’s military?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Brazil’s armed forces are the second largest in the Americas, after the United States, and the largest in Latin America and the Southern Hemisphere by the level of military equipment, with 334,500 active-duty troops and officers. How strong is Brazil’s Navy? Brazilian Navy Country Brazil Type Navy Role Naval warfare Size 80,507 personnel (incl 16,000 […]

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What are Chile’s major landforms?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The major landforms of Chile are arranged as three parallel north–south units: the Andes mountains to the east; the intermediate depression, or longitudinal valley, in the centre; and the coastal ranges to the west. What are the main features of Chile? Chile is certainly a land of contrasts geographically. It features arid deserts, beaches, fjords, […]

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How much money do you need to live in Antigua Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

I can say that you can live comfortably in Guatemala for $1,000 USD a month. If your living expenses is higher than that, then you can really have a great place to live in Antigua! The costs are really depending on your lifestyle as always. How much money do you need to live comfortably in […]

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