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Who does Panama trade with the most?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Panama top 5 Export and Import partners Exporter Trade (US$ Mil) Partner share(%) China 4,351 19.84 United States 4,063 18.52 Free Zones 2,807 12.80 Singapore 1,521 6.93 Who is Panama’s main trade partner? United StatesPanama trade balance, exports and imports by country In 2017, Panama major trading partner countries for exports were United States, Unspecified, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Does Chile have property taxes?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Real estate tax is levied on Chilean property annually, payable by the property owners. The tax base is the cadastral value of the property, and an exemption is granted for properties whose cadastral value does not exceed a certain limit. The tax rate is 1.2% for urban properties and 1% for rural properties. How much […]

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Where does Peruvian salt come from?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Since pre-Inca times, salt has been obtained in Maras by evaporating salty water from a local subterranean stream. The highly salty water emerges at a spring, a natural outlet of the underground stream. What is Peruvian salt? Peruvian Pink Salt is a beautiful hand-harvested salt that comes from Spring Water high up in the Maras […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Are bugs a problem in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Since Costa Rica is in the tropics, there are at least 4,000 different kinds of bugs all over the country, which come in varying shapes and sizes. Keep in mind that you might find these critters anywhere, no matter which city or town you go to, even if the weather is moderate. How bad are […]

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How do you say boring in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Al pedo – bored or useless. Not to be confused with en pedo (drunk). As in, “Como no tenía un laburo el verano pasado, lo pasé al pedo” (Since I didn’t have work last summer, I was bored). How do you say shut up in Argentina? 1. Cállate – Shut up / Shut it. Since […]

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Is healthcare free in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The public hospitals in Panama are funded by the Social Security System and the Ministry of Health. Services in these hospitals are almost free. However, those who can afford private healthcare may choose to do so. Many expats do not opt for healthcare at public hospitals because of the long waiting periods. Is there free […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Why is Costa Rica so different from the rest of Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

It has the lowest emigration rate in Central America and one of the lowest in Latin America and the Caribbean. And though the unemployment rate is 9.30 percent and about 20 percent of the population lives in poverty, Costa Ricans stay put. How is Costa Rica different from its Central American neighbors? The fundamental difference […]

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Where can I sleep in Lima?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Travellers sleeping in the public area sleep in the food court or the floor. There are no seats to lay down on. Some travellers had success spending the night in Starbucks. Does Lima airport have sleeping pods? Lima Airport has a few lounges, but none have designated sleep rooms or rest areas. Is the Lima […]

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

Do people in Ecuador like Americans?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Well, I can say from experience, for the most part Ecuadorians treat all foreigners well, including Americans. They are interested in people from other countries and are happy that many choose to come and visit their country. They are often eager to share the marvels of their country with travelers. Are the people in Ecuador […]

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Is Panama a puppet state?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Examples. Examples of puppet states before World War II are: Far Eastern Republic (puppet state of the Soviet Union).Panama (puppet state of the United States) Is Japan a US puppet? Japan is a sovereign country as independent as China. It is not a puppet of the USA. Japan has the power to cancel the Japan-US […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What caused Bolivia Water War?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Water War was precipitated when SEMAPA, Cochabamba’s municipal water company, was sold to a transnational consortium controlled by U.S.-based Bechtel in exchange for debt relief for the Bolivian government and new World Bank loans to expand the water system. What was the main reason of Bolivia’s water war Class 10? The Answer is Option […]

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Is Brazil a Spanish name?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Spanish and Portuguese: variant of Brasil. Is Brazil a Spanish? Unlike the rest of Latin America, Brazil’s official language is Portuguese, not Spanish. Is Brazil a name? The name of Brazil is a shortened form of Terra do Brasil (“Land of Brazil”), a reference to the brazilwood tree. Is Brazil and Spanish the same? Portuguese […]

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Where do you fly into in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Augusto C. Sandino International Airport. How to get to Nicaragua. If arriving on an international flight, you’ll land at Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) in Managua. What is the main airport in Nicaragua? Augusto C. Sandino International AirportSandino) (IATA: MGA, ICAO: MNMG) or ACS is the main joint civil-military public international airport in Managua, […]

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Is Blossom Valley San Jose safe?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

As mentioned, there are some pockets of sketchiness in Blossom Valley, but overall it’s still a family-friendly and mostly safe part of San Jose. Is Blossom Valley a good neighborhood? Wonderful place to live in San Jose, although it is by no means affordable, it is still slightly cheaper than other areas of San Jose […]

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

How can I be polite in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Etiquette and Manners in Ecuador The most common greeting is a handshake with direct eye contact and a smile. While shaking hands, use the appropriate greeting for the time of day: “buenos dias”(good morning), “buenas tardes” (good afternoon), or “buenas noches” (good evening). What is considered rude in Ecuador? Body Language Yawning in public is […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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