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What is the importance of the United Provinces of Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

They drew up a constitution that provided for a federal capital in Guatemala City and a president for each of the five constituent states, which were to enjoy complete local autonomy; suffrage was restricted to the upper classes, slavery was abolished, and the privileges of the Roman Catholic church were maintained. When was the United […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is English taught in Venezuela?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Qualifications to teach in Venezuela A TEFL certification is often required in order to teach English in Venezuela, and almost always required in order to find paid teaching jobs. In order to teach in international schools, candidates will need to hold a valid government-issued teaching license in their home country. Is English taught in Venezuelan […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can you use US dollars in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The official currency of Argentina is the Argentine Peso, however, it’s common to use US dollars when travelling in the country. Up until 2015, Argentina had a black market (known as the ‘blue’ market) so travelling with and spending US dollars in cash was an absolute must. Should I bring US dollars to Argentina? What […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How are the Galapagos Islands different from each other?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Galapagos Islands are uniquely located on both sides of the equator in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The islands are situated at a point in the Pacific Ocean where three ocean currents collide, creating a unique area in the sea where warm and varying degrees of cold water meet. Are the Galapagos Islands […]

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

How do you say goodbye in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

“Bye” in Portuguese: Tchau By far the most common way to say “bye” in Portuguese is tchau. It’s widely used in both Brazil and Portugal. What is this? Tchau comes the Italian word ciao, and is pronounced the same way. How do people say goodbye in Brazil? TchauTchau: This is the most common way of […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How many indigenous people are in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

seven Indigenous Peoples. There are seven Indigenous Peoples of Nicaragua. Nicaragua has adopted the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and ratified ILO Convention 169 in 2010. What percent of Nicaragua is indigenous? Currently, 31 percent of the national territory is home to indigenous and Afro-descendent peoples. Although the Nicaraguan State has granted […]

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What months are summer in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Nicaragua, a country of Central America located just north of the Equator, has a tropical climate, hot all year round. Temperatures are quite stable; however, there is a relatively cool winter from November to January, a hot spring from March to May, and a sultry and rainy summer from May to October. What are the […]

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How much do you tip on a Galapagos cruise?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

On a vessel like the Galapagos Legend, you should be looking at between 8$ and $15 per day. So if you and your partner have decided to tip $10 each per day, that will be $20 a day and $140 for a week-long cruise – plus whatever you leave for the guide and barman. What […]

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

How many people are employed in Uruguay?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Related Last Unit Employed Persons 56.70 percent Employment Rate 55.80 percent Wages in Manufacturing 370.17 points Population 3.53 million How many people are unemployed in Uruguay? Related Last Reference Unemployment Rate 9.40 Sep/21 Employed Persons 56.70 Feb/20 Employment Rate 55.80 Sep/21 Wages in Manufacturing 370.17 Sep/21 What percentage of the population is employed? The employment-population […]

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Is Costa Rica an independent country?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1838 – Costa Rica becomes a fully independent country after the disintegration of the United Provinces of Central America. Is Costa Rica its own country? Costa Rica is a country located in Central America that is ranked as one of the most visited international destinations. One of Costa Rica’s main sources of income is tourism. […]

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What race is Uruguay?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The inhabitants of Uruguay are primarily (about 88%) white and of European origin, mostly Spanish and Italian; a small percentage is descended from Portuguese, English, and other Europeans. Mestizos (those of mixed white and Amerindian lineage) represent 8% of the population, and mulattoes and blacks about 4%. Is Uruguay an African country? Destination Uruguay, officially […]

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Do I need a plug adapter for Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Do I need a converter/ adapter for the electricity? ​Costa Rica uses 110 volt, 60 cycle electricity, same as the US. Plugs are typically the 2-pronged flat type, so US travelers will not typically need a converter or adapter. Can I charge my iPhone in Costa Rica? To charge the iPhone using a Costa Rican […]

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What are the natives of Peru called?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Indigenous peoples of Peru, or Native Peruvians, comprise a large number of ethnic groups who inhabit territory in present-day Peru. Indigenous cultures developed here for thousands of years before the arrival of the Spanish in 1532. What are the two native cultures of Peru? Peruvian culture is a beautiful mix of Hispanic and native […]

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What wars did Brazil lose?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Since the 1822 Brazilian independence, Brazil has been victorious in every war they have fought, except the Cisplatine that ended with a stalemate and Uruguay independent, although the war had lots of favorable terms for Brazil. When was Brazil last at war? 1932The Year 1932 was not only the year in which the famous carnival […]

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Is Peru and Bolivia the same?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Peru–Bolivian Confederation was a short-lived state that existed in South America between 1836 and 1839. The country was a loose confederation between the states of Peru, divided into the Republic of North Peru and the Republic of South Peru, and Bolivia as the Bolivian Republic, with the capital located in Tacna. What is the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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