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What souvenirs should I buy for Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Best Galapagos Souvenirs – Ecuador souvenirs If you visit towns like Puerto Ayora on your trip, you can step into many of the shops and find Galapagos stuffed animals, Galapagos shot glasses, silver jewelry, postcards, keychains, t-shirts, maps, books, and posters. What is the most famous souvenir? Most Popular Souvenirs Ornaments. T-Shirts. Postcards. Shot Glasses. […]

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

Is Willow Glen San Jose safe?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Willow Glen is one of the cutest, safest and most diverse neighborhoods in the San Jose area. The streets are lined with beautiful trees, there are safe parks for all ages within one mile or less of each other. The downtown is filled with diverse restaurants from Mexican to Japanese and Greek to American. Is […]

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

Is English spoken in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The official language of Nicaragua is Spanish; however, according to the Nicaraguan Population Census from 2007, Nicaraguans on the Caribbean coast speak both indigenous languages and English. Some of the most common indigenous languages include Miskito, Sumo, and Rama. What percent of Nicaragua speaks English? Languages by Countries Country Official and national Languages Other spoken […]

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How many people live in Arenal Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Since then, its 8,000 residents have made their peace with the consistently active volcano to form a delicate harmony. Each year, ArenalVolcanoNational Park receives approximately 60,000 visitors, and infrastructure in the area is increasing to support the constant flow of tourists. How big is Arenal in Costa Rica? That being said, Arenal and La Fortuna […]

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What wars has Guatemala been in?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

List Conflict Combatant 1 Filibuster War (1856–1857) Costa Rica Nicaragua Mosquito Coast Guatemala Honduras El Salvador United States War of 1863 (1863) Guatemala Salvadoran Deserters Barrios’ War of Reunification (1885) Guatemala Honduras First Totoposte War (1890) Guatemala Salvadoran Exiles What major events happened in Guatemala? Guatemala Background. Early Democratic Reform. 1944 –1953. U.S.-Backed Coup, Civil […]

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Why is Costa Rica unique?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Costa Rica boasts no less than 12 unique ecological zones and has one of the greatest biodiversity’s in the world. The contrast of habitats has attracted more than 500,000 different species, making it the dream destination for spottting wildlife. Why is Costa Rica so special? Costa Rica is known for its incredible national parks, where […]

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Is Santa Cruz Bolivia safe?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Bolivia is safe to visit right now, but there are some things you should be aware of at the moment. For instance, La Paz can be quite sketchy at night time. Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, Copacabana, and Oruro have the same problem – they’re all big cities visited by tourists. Is Santa Cruz Bolivia safe to […]

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What is the climate in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Peru is located entirely in the tropics but features desert and mountain climates as well as tropical rainforests. Elevations above sea level in the country range from −37 to 6,778 m (−121 to 22,238 ft) and precipitation ranges from less than 20 mm (0.79 in) annually to more than 8,000 mm (310 in). What is […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can US citizens get married in Belize?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Couples getting married must reside in Belize for at least three days prior to their license application being processed.The cost of the license is USD$100 or BZD$200 per couple, plus an administrative fee of USD$5 or BZD$10. Licenses can be obtained within two days. A blood test is not required. Can foreigners get married in […]

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What religion does Ecuador have?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Roman Catholic. Roman Catholic is the most common religion affiliation in Ecuador. What are the top 3 religions in Ecuador? Religion in Ecuador Catholicism (80.4%) Protestantism (11.3%) Jehovah’s Witnesses (1.29%) How many Christians are in Ecuador? Definitions STAT AMOUNT RANK Christians 14.1 million 7th out of 10 Percent Christian 99% 3rd out of 10 Percentage […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Does Peru have an accent?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Perú, like in the wide variety of food that it offers, also has different regional accents. People in the Highland areas, people in the north, people in the south and people from the Jungle each have their own accent. How does Peru speak? Around 84% of Peruvians speak Spanish, the official national language.Quechua is the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is a Christmas tradition in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In Argentina the weather is warm at Christmas. Many people in Argentina are Catholic and they also celebrate Advent.House are beautifully decorated with lights and wreaths of green, gold, red and white flowers. Red and white garlands are hung on the doors of houses. How do Argentina celebrate Christmas? Most Argentinians are Catholics and attending […]

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Is Belize safe in 2021?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

OVERALL RISK : MEDIUM. Overall, Belize is not the safest destination for tourists visiting Central America, as it’s filled with petty and violent crime, and most of it is centered in Belize City. You should take precaution on the streets of major cities, and after dark. Is Belize safe to visit 2021? Do not travel […]

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What is Chile’s main religion?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Roman Catholic. Roman Catholic was the most common religion affiliation in Chile in 2020. In a survey carried out in 2020, 50.6 percent of Chilean respondents claimed to be of catholic faith, whereas the second most chosen religion was Evangelism, with 8.5 percent of the people interviewed. How many religions are there in Chile? Religions: […]

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What is Santa called in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Santa Claus, aka Papá Noel, has made big inroads as well in places like Mexico and Peru with his American red suit. But in many Latin American homes, including in Colombia, Costa Rica and Bolivia, the pile of presents that magically appears Christmas Eve comes from the infant boy, known as Niño Jesús. Does Bolivia […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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