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Can you drink the water in Hopkins Belize?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

While the tap water is technically safe to drink, we do not recommend that you do so. We provide bottled water in all of rooms. Can you drink tap water Belize? Belize operates on Central Standard Time (CST), i.e., Chicago.Tap water in all Belize locations is not necessarily safe to drink and we recommend you […]

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How do Argentina speak?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

While Argentina’s official language is Spanish, Argentina has enjoyed so much international migration that Arabic, Italian, German, English, and French are also spoken—at least in pockets throughout the country. There are also over one million speakers of various tribal languages, including Quecha and Guaraní. How do you say hello in Argentina? Saying Hello Hello: “Hola” […]

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What should I pack for Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A quick reference list of what to pack 3 pairs of pants or jeans Good for day and night A few shirts For every-day wear 2-4 nice blouses or dress shirts For fine dining and tango shows 2 sweaters/sweatshirts One lighter; fleece or wool work great 1 light coat What should you pack to go […]

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How much should you tip in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Tipping in Costa Rica: Tipping waiters and waitresses Tipping restaurant wait staff an average of 15-20% is the norm in Costa Rica. Many restaurants automatically add a 10% service charge (a gratuity charge) to their bills, which may appear as a 10% service tax or service fee. Is tipping expected in Costa Rica? In Costa […]

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Is Chile safer than the United States?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Why It’s Safe: Chile is ranked the safest country in South America by the Global Peace Index and there are currently no travel warnings or alerts for Chile from the U.S. State Department. In fact, Chile consistently ranks as one of the top 30 safest countries in the world. How safe is Chile compared to […]

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What makes Brazil a federal republic?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Brazil is a federal presidential constitutional republic, which is based on a representative democracy. The federal government has three independent branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. The Federal Constitution is the supreme law of Brazil. What makes Brazil a federal country? When democracy was restored in 1985 after two decades of the last military dictatorship, Brazil […]

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How many countries can you visit with a Panama passport?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

A Panamanian passport is the passport issued to citizens of Panama to facilitate international travel. Panamanian citizens enjoy visa-free access to 118 countries and territories. What countries can you go to with a Panama passport? Visa requirements Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Antigua and Barbuda Visa not required 90 days Argentina Visa not required 3 […]

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What happened to Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Ecuador’s environment ministry says the collapse was the result of natural erosion. Darwin’s Arch, a famed natural rock formation in the Galapagos Islands, has collapsed into the sea as a result of erosion, Ecuadorean environmental officials said. Do the Galapagos Islands still exist? The Galápagos Islands and their surrounding waters form the Galápagos Province of […]

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

What is Guatemala religion?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Roman Catholic Christianity. Christianity remains a strong and vital in Guatemalan society as it is the main religion in the country.Religious Beliefs In Guatemala. Rank Belief System Share of Population in Contemporary Guatemala 1 Roman Catholic Christianity 50% 2 Protestant Christianity 37% 3 Atheism, Agnosticism, or Irreligion 11% Does Guatemala have religious freedom? The constitution […]

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What languages are spoken in San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The 2012 US Census, American Community Survey reports San Jose’s self-identified Race/Ethnicity as 33.2% Hispanic, 32.8% Asian, 27.6 White, 2.8% African American and 3.6 % other. English is spoken at 43% of homes in San Jose, Asian/Pacific Island in 26%, Spanish in 24% and 7% speak another language. How many languages are spoken in San […]

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

What does Namu mean in Belize?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

We still say Namule or Namu for short meaning brother in Garifuna. How do you say hi in Garifuna? A collection of useful phrases in Garifuna, an Arawakan language spoken mainly in Honduras, and also in Belize, Guatamala and Nicaragua.Useful phrases in Garifuna. Phrase Garífuna Good morning (Morning greeting) Buiti binafi Good afternoon (Afternoon greeting) […]

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When was Argentina a developed country?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Inflation first became a chronic problem during this period (it averaged 26% annually from 1944 to 1974); but though it did not become fully “developed,” from 1932 to 1974, Argentina’s economy grew almost fivefold (or 3.8% in annual terms) while its population only doubled. When was Argentina a rich country? 1913Argentina began the 20th century […]

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How many US citizens live in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The largest group of foreign residents is from Argentina, which accounts for about 14% of the total with over 9000 Argentineans living in Peru. Immigrants from the United States make up just over 9% of the total with 5,800 US citizens now residing in Peru. How many Americans are living in Peru? 16,000 AmericansAbout 16,000 […]

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What do Brazilians find rude?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Like farting and burping, blowing your nose in public can seem rude to most of the Brazilian people. They usually prefer to do it in a bathroom or with a wet wipe quickly and silently, throwing it in the garbage as soon as possible. How do you offend Brazilians? How to piss off a Brazilian […]

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What is the average monthly income in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Working in Chile means you can expect an average monthly salary of 2,591.057 USD, or $31,068.696 per year, or $14.88 an hour. This salary is enough to cater to the cost of living, which is also very low (about 40% lower than in the US). Note that at the time of writing 1 USD = […]

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