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How bad are the roads in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Costa Rican roads Road conditions are poor around the country, with huge potholes and other road hazards are common. Many travelers rent vehicles, cause damage to them and have to pay exorbitant fines.During the rainy season, landslides and washed out roads are common. Are the roads good in Costa Rica? The roads of Costa Rica […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is San Jose warmer than San Francisco?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

It’s warmer The average temperature in San Jose is 70 degrees, but even in winter, it rarely drops below the low 40s, while San Francisco consistently requires a jacket.In winter, they can still enjoy the fresh air in the city’s slightly more suburban setting. Is San Francisco colder than San Jose? San Francisco is cooler […]

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

How do you say goodbye in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

All the same, it’s better if you can speak enough Spanish to hold a conversation. Without doubt the Ecuadorians are the most outgoing, warm and welcoming people in all of South America. Basic expressions / Common Words. Usa Espagnol Sorry Perdón Goodbye Adios Welcome Bienvenida Thank you (very much) Muchas gracias How do you say […]

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When did Guatemala city become the capital?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The area of Guatemala City was the location of Kaminaljuyu, a Mayan civilization dating back to 1100 B.C.E. The modern city was founded as the capital of the captaincy general of Guatemala in 1776, replacing Antigua Guatemala. When did Guatemala City became the capital of Guatemala? It is estimated that its population is about 1 […]

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Which country is Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

What is Central America? Central America is the southernmost region of North America. It lies between Mexico and South America, and it includes the countries Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Belize. Is Central America part of USA? The term America (or the Americas) refers to all the lands in the Western […]

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How do Colombians refer to themselves?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Colombians refer to themselves as “paisas” much as Costa Ricans refer to themselves as “ticos.” Pais is Spanish for country, and this term is adapted to mean being one of their country. For example: Este es el bar favorito de los paisas! What do Colombians call themselves? Colombians (Spanish: Colombianos) are people identified with the […]

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Is Honduras the Mayan or Aztec?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Honduras has been inhabited by a number of indigenous peoples, the most powerful of which, until the ninth century CE, were the Maya. The western-central part of Honduras was inhabited by the Lenca while other indigenous peoples settled in the northeast and coastal regions. What ancient civilization lived in Honduras? The Mayan civilization was predominant […]

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Is Ecuador a good country to retire to?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

What’s more, because Ecuador is one of the most affordable places to retire in the Americas, even middle-income retirees can enjoy comfortable and even luxurious lifestyles, availing themselves of quality housing, world-class healthcare, trendy eateries, and a vibrant cultural life just outside the door. How much money do I need to retire in Ecuador? How […]

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Why did Portugal invade Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Portuguese were more invested in evangelization and trade in Asia and Africa, which included trafficking in enslaved humans, and viewed Brazil as a trade post instead of a place to send larger numbers of settlers. How did the Portuguese arrived in Brazil? Brazil was officially “discovered” in 1500, when a fleet commanded by Portuguese […]

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How long is TPS for Venezuelans taking?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The humanitarian crisis in Venezuela has prompted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to announce that Venezuela has been added to the list for Temporary Protection Status (TPS) in the United States of America. This opportunity will exist for 18 months and is scheduled to run through September 9, 2022. How long does it take […]

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How many airports are there in the Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

two airports. There are two airports in the Galapagos Islands. Seymour Airport is on Baltra Island, adjacent to Santa Cruz Island. San Cristobal Airport is in the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristobal Island. All travelers flying to the Galapagos Islands will arrive at these airports. How many airports are in the Galapagos […]

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

Do US green card holders need a visa for Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Another great country you can visit without getting a visa is Costa Rica.If you have a U.S. green card, you only need your passport, your green card, and a ticket showing you will leave the country within 30 days of arrival to enter. You don’t need to apply for a Costa Rica visa. Do I […]

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What is the best area to live in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

7 Best Places to Live in Costa Rica Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica. Guanacaste Region is situated on the Pacific Ocean in the northwestern part of Costa Rica. Tamarindo. Southern Pacific Region. Dominical. Uvita. Ojochal. Central Valley. Escazu. What is the safest area to live in Costa Rica? Some call Escazu Costa Rica’s Beverly Hills […]

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How many states does Argentina have?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

23 Provinces. Argentina is subdivided into twenty-four provinces (Spanish: provincias singular provincia), autonomous city (ciudad autónoma), Buenos Aires, which is the federal capital of the nation (Spanish: Capital Federal) as decided by the Argentine Congress. Provinces of Argentina Number 23 Provinces 1 Autonomous city What is the biggest state in Argentina? The Buenos Aires Province […]

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What are the human characteristics of Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Argentines are generally friendly and hospitable to those they meet. Although many Argentines are focused on building strong communities, a strain of individualism is also prevalent in the country. According to Hofstede Insights (2018), Argentina is classified as the most individualist Latin American country. What is the culture in Argentina? What is the culture of […]

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