Patojo. Patojo means “kid”. It’s used when talking about a boy. It doesn’t have to be a 5 year old. If the person is old, for an example a person in his twenties, they can also be be a patojo. What do you call a girl from Guatemala? The “official” Spanish word for a person […]
Which party is ruling Brazil?
Workers’ Party (Brazil) Workers’ Party Partido dos Trabalhadores Abbreviation PT President Gleisi Hoffmann Founded 10 February 1980 Headquarters Rua Silveira Martins, 132 – Centro – São Paulo – SP SCS – Quadra 2, Bloco C, 256 – Edifício Toufic – Asa Sul – Brasília – DF What party is in control in Brazil? Above the […]
Do Americans retire to Ecuador?
A growing number of Americans are retiring in Ecuador to take advantage of affordable living costs, a warm equatorial climate, and diverse cultural and natural attractions. While Ecuador is not as well developed as some other Central and South American countries, its living costs are significantly lower. How much do you need to retire in […]
What are some health issues in Chile?
Many cancers with high incidence and mortality rates in Chile such as prostate, breast, stomach, colorectal, and lung cancer share common risk factors including poor lifestyles such as obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, diet and/or alcohol consumption which are prevalent in Chile. What are the most common diseases in Chile? Barely trailing behind cardiovascular diseases, cancer […]
How many jaguars are in Costa Rica?
Known as Costa Rica’s wild child, Corcovado is home to all 6 feline species in Costa Rica. Considered and endangered species, the population of jaguars is only about 15000 worldwide and approximately 50 live in the Corcovado National park, it is no wonder why there is such an effort to conserve them. Is there jaguars […]
Is Buenos Aires safe for British tourists?
Despite this appalling attack, Buenos Aires and the rest of Argentina remains relatively safe. The Foreign Office says that 111,000 British travellers visited the country in 2018, and very few of them experienced problems. Is it safe to walk around Buenos Aires? Buenos Aires is generally pretty safe and you can comfortably walk around at […]
How safe is Belize right now?
Unfortunately, Belize ranks consistently in the top 10 countries in the world with the highest rate of homicides. Both drug and human trafficking – and the gangs responsible for them – are the main causes of increased violence. While this is a tragedy, it also means that Belize is relatively safe for tourists. Is Belize […]
Is Sao Paulo rich or poor?
Top 10 Facts About Poverty in Sao Paulo Sao Paulo is known as the largest city in the Western Hemisphere and has a poverty rate of 19 percent. Sao Paulo has a significant income gap between the rich and the poor. Is São Paulo rich or poor? If the Greater São Paulo were a country […]
How do Chileans say beer?
Cerveza → Chela Although the word cerveza will always be understood as “beer”, I find that Chileans more commonly say chela. This word could be derived from the phrase cerveza helada. How do you say drunk in Chile? Caña. The Chileans love to drink, so this is an essential part of their vocabulary. Tengo caña! […]
What is a typical dinner in Nicaragua?
A characteristic Nicaragua meal that you can try all over the country might include a meat like chicken, pork, or fresh seafood from Nicaragua’s expansive coasts, deep-fried plantains, rice, and beans (gallo pinto) and a cabbage salad. Coconut water and meat are also a common ingredient, mostly on the Caribbean coast. What is a common […]
Is Buenos Aires a wealthy city?
In the late 19th century, as the capital of an independent Argentina, Buenos Aires became immensely prosperous, known for its rich cultural life and architecture.Today Buenos Aires is a city of over 3 million people. Is Buenos Aires rich or poor? NARRATOR: In Latin America the contrasts between rich and poor are very pronounced, and […]
What unique eating traditions are followed in Brazil?
Usually, people eat beans, rice, meat or fish and a selection of salad and vegetables. Lunch is followed by a simple dessert such as pudim (like a flan) and almost always by a shot of espresso with plenty of sugar. What makes Brazilian food unique? Brazilian cuisine varies greatly from region to region but fresh […]
How does Brazil view the United States?
Brazil is one of the most pro-American nations in the world. According to a global opinion poll, 65% of Brazilians viewed the US favorably in 2014, increasing to 73% in 2015. In 2015, 63% of Brazilians said they were confident that Obama would do the right thing in world affairs. Does Brazil Support USA? As […]
How much is a visa to USA from Costa Rica?
30/11/2021 Fee Amount (USD) Fee Amount (CRC) Description $160 105600.00 Business/Tourist $160 105600.00 Transit $160 105600.00 Transit/Crew (When applying concurrently with a B visa, only one visa application fee (MRV) fee of US$160 is required.) $160 105600.00 Ship/Airline Crew Do Costa Ricans need visa for USA? Yes, iVisa.com has a user-friendly and safe website. Use […]
How did Darwin’s finches get to the Galapagos?
The closure of the Panama land bridge altered ocean circulation, and probably brought about changes in wind strength and directions. These changes may have facilitated the colonisation of the Galápagos Islands, especially if that area was the point of departure for a flock of adventurous finches. How did the finches get to the Galapagos Islands? […]