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Is Buenos Aires safe now?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Buenos Aires is generally one of the safest cities to visit in South America. In the #beforetimes, Buenos Aires ranked as the third safest city in South America—and safer than Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Brussels.Buenos Aires, like most metropolises, has its fair share of petty theft and scams. How safe is Buenos Aires 2021? […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Argentina, Buenos Aires

Do French people need visa for Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Get Ecuador tourist visa from France Ecuador has one of the most lenient visa policies in the world as most visitors are not obliged to obtain a visa. Do EU citizens need a visa for Ecuador? Europe supports visa exemption for Ecuadorians In 2019, Ecuador had the support of 12 countries in the European bloc, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

When did the US get involved in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Guatemala and the United States first established relations in 1824 when Guatemala was a member of the Federation of Central American States. The United States established relations with an independent Guatemala in 1844. Why did the US get involved in Guatemala? As the Cold War heated up in the 1950s, the United States made decisions […]

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What is the most common disease in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Yellow Fever and Other Common Diseases in Brazil Ischemic Heart Disease. Ischemic heart disease ranks the highest among common diseases in Brazil. Diabetes. Diabetes was the fifth leading cause of death in Brazil in 2015, which was a rise from its previous position at seventh in 2005. Diarrheal Disease. What is the most common cause […]

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What ruin is a popular tourist attraction in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Perhaps the most popular of the Peru attractions to visit is Machu Picchu. Listed as one of the new seven wonders of the world, Machu Picchu is known as the Incas’ ancient ceremonial center. Located high up above the Urubamba River, the complex set of ruins provides a dramatic setting against the lush mountain sides. […]

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How many kidnappings are there in Brazil each year?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Number of kidnapping cases in selected countries in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2018 Characteristic Number of kidnapping cases Brazil 659 Chile 306 Colombia 279 Venezuela 198 Is kidnapping common in Brazil? Kidnappings in Brazil Incidents of kidnapping have been known to occur in Brazil.This type of crime involves the victim being kidnapped at […]

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Do they make cars in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The number of motor vehicles produced in Argentina by the company Toyota Argentina S.A. amounted to more than 125 thousand vehicles in 2019. The Toyota subsidiary was followed by the company Volkswagen Argentina S.A. with a motor vehicle production of approximately 42.5 thousand vehicles. What cars are produced in Argentina? Current models Brand Model Since […]

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Who migrated to Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The majority of immigrants, since the 19th century, have come from Europe, mostly from Italy and Spain. Also notable were Jewish immigrants escaping persecution, giving Argentina the highest Jewish population in Latin America, and the 7th in all the world. What people migrated to Argentina? It consisted mostly of Italian and Spanish immigrants, along with […]

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Who settled Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Brazil was officially “discovered” in 1500, when a fleet commanded by Portuguese diplomat Pedro Álvares Cabral, on its way to India, landed in Porto Seguro, between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro. (There is, however, strong evidence that other Portuguese adventurers preceded him. Who first lived in Brazil? The first inhabitants of Brazil were native indigenous […]

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How do you kiss a Colombian girl?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Bear in mind that Colombians are not used to the European-style double kiss. One peck on the right cheek is the way to go. First, make sure you are correctly positioned in front of the received by gently taking their elbow or shoulder. Then go for the kiss. How do Colombians flirt? But how do […]

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How important is punctuality in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Time – Time in Argentina is approached in a very relaxed and flexible manner. Punctuality is not a priority among Argentinian people and you may find they arrive late to business functions. Argentinians also tend to multitask, often allowing interruptions to distract them from the task at hand. Are Argentinians punctual? Expats also tend to […]

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Why is Lima so polluted?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Contributors to poor air quality in Peru include the oil and gas industry, the mining industry, and vehicle emissions. Available data indicates that Lima has consistently high levels of air pollution. Why is Lima Peru so polluted? According to Luis Tagle, executive coordinator of the Clean Air Initiative committee for Lima and Callao, the principal […]

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

Does Venezuela cross the equator?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Venezuela comprises a continental mainland and numerous islands located off the Venezuelan coastline in the Caribbean Sea. The country borders Guyana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Colombia to the west.Falling within the tropics, Venezuela sits close to the equator, in the Northern Hemisphere. How close to the equator is Venezuela? Distance facts […]

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What is a Lima fruit in English?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sweet limes, botanically classified as Citrus limettiodes, are small citrus fruits that belong to the Rutaceae family. Also known as Lima dulce, Persian Sweet lime, Indian Sweet lime, and Palestinian Sweet lime, Sweet limes are thought to be a hybrid of a Mexican lime and a sweet lemon or citron. What is a Mexican lima? […]

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

How safe is Panama for US citizens?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Panama – Level 3: Reconsider Travel. Is Panama City safe for American tourists? Panama City is safe, with low to moderate crime occurring mostly in neighborhoods such as El Chorrillo and Curundú; these neighborhoods should be avoided if possible. El Chorrillo surrounds Casco Viejo, to which visitors should take a taxi instead of walking. Is […]

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