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Is Chile the most unequal country?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Chile is the most unequal of OECD countries, with an income gap that’s about 65% higher than the OECD average. But Chile is within the regional range on the GINI coefficient, the indicator used to measure income inequality. What is the most unequal country in the world? South AfricaSouth Africa is the most unequal country […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is it easy to get a job in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Generally speaking, Ecuador is not the easiest country for an expat to find a job.Foreigners are required to secure a non-immigrant work visa, but if you have already obtained a permanent resident visa, you are allowed to work in Ecuador and earn a salary. Is there job opportunity in Ecuador? Ecuador offers English-speaking job seekers […]

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What type of Spanish is spoken in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Guatemalan Spanish. Guatemalan Spanish (Spanish: Español guatemalteco) is the national variant of Spanish spoken in the Central American country of Guatemala. Guatemalan Spanish Native speakers 7,2 million (2014) 2,470,000 in Guatemala (2014) Is Guatemalan Spanish a dialect? Guatemalan Spanish is the local variant of the Spanish language. Twenty-one Mayan languages are spoken, especially in rural […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is the adult literacy in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In 2018, adult literacy rate for Brazil was 93.2 %. Adult literacy rate of Brazil increased from 86.4 % in 2000 to 93.2 % in 2018 growing at an average annual rate of 0.55%. What is Brazil’s literacy level? around 93.23 percentThe literacy rate measures the percentage of people aged 15 and above who can […]

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What Cannot be imported to Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Brazil has one safeguard measure in place against grated coconut. A number of imports are prohibited, including foreign blood products and all used consumer goods such as machinery, automobiles, clothing, refurbished medical equipment, and tires.Goods with a value of over $3,000 cannot be imported using this regime. What Cannot be shipped to Brazil? Coins; banknotes; […]

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How do you acclimate to altitude in Cusco?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Drink Up. Your body dehydrates faster at higher elevations — seriously. Make a conscious effort to drink throughout the day (and to avoid alcohol and caffeine). Locals claim that if you drink coca tea, you’ll adjust easier. How long does it take to adjust to altitude in Cusco? Mild altitude sickness should not interfere too […]

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

What ethnic groups are common in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Major Ethnic Groups Of Peru Rank Principle Ancestry Share of Population of Peru 1 Native American 45% 2 Mestizo 37% 3 White European 15% Asian, Afro-Peruvian, Mulatto, Zambo, and Others 3% What are the two major ethnic groups in Peru? Indigenous Peruvian Ethnic groups of Peruvian origin constitute 25.8% of the total population. The two […]

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How far is Guatemala from the border?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

How far is it from Guatemala City to Guatemala–Mexico border? The distance between Guatemala City and Guatemala–Mexico border is 382 km. How far is Guatemala from the Texas border? The total driving distance from Guatemala to Texas is 1,656 miles or 2 665 kilometers. Is Guatemala close to Mexico? Guatemala is located in Central America. […]

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How has human life affected the lives of the Galapagos tortoise?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The tortoises were killed and used a source of oil. As all these different human invaders came and went, they left behind them a whole new set of animals that had been deliberately or accidentally introduced; dogs, cats, rats, pigs and goats etc. How have humans affected the tortoise populations in the Galapagos Islands? The […]

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

Do you need a passport to go to Costa Rica from the United States?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

US nationals do not require an entry visa to Costa Rica. However, they must have a current valid passport and a return ticket to exit Costa Rica within 90 days.US passport must be valid for a minimum of one day from the day you enter Costa Rica. As a tourist US nationals cannot stay more […]

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What are men called in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Argentines. Argentines (also known as Argentinians or Argentineans; in Spanish argentinos (masculine) or argentinas (feminine) are people identified with the country of Argentina. What do you call a guy from Argentina? There are three uses for the words Argentinian, Argentinean and Argentine: Demonym – a type of noun to describe someone from Argentina. An Argentine, […]

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Why did the US help Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

U.S. policy on Nicaragua began to favor support for anti-Sandinista “contras,” because most people involved in the U.S. intelligence operations, including Richard Nixon feared that “defeat for the rebels would probably lead to a violent Marxist guerrilla movement in Mexico and in other Central American countries.” Who did the US support in Nicaragua? The Contras […]

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Is surfing a popular sport in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

With miles of coastline on two oceans, it’s no wonder that surfing is a popular sport in >Costa Rica, and that never ending search for the perfect wave draws enthusiasts the world over.Costa Rica Beaches had become one of the most popular surf spots in the central Pacific area. Is surfing common in Costa Rica? […]

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Do they celebrate Christmas in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

After carnaval, Christmas is Bolivia’s most celebrated holiday. But you won’t see much in the way of tinsel, fairy lights or presents under a Christmas tree here. Does Bolivia have Santa Claus? Bolivia has inherited some of the international Christmas symbols – Christmas trees, holly, snowmen, even Santa Claus sweating it out in a big […]

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Does Brazil rely on tourism?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Tourism in Brazil is a growing sector and key to the economy of several regions of Brazil.Brazil main competitive advantages are its natural resources, which ranked 1st on this criteria out of all countries considered, and ranked 23rd for its cultural resources, due to its many World Heritage Sites. How much does Brazil depend on […]

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