Go to the beach at night Most beaches aren’t well lit and provide criminals with the perfect cover to rob or attack unaware nighttime beach goers. While this doesn’t happen all the time, robberies, rapes, and assaults have taken place on the beaches of Costa Rica at night. Are the beaches in Costa Rica safe? […]
Do you need to speak Spanish in Ecuador?
Yes, you can stay in Ecuador if you don’t speak Spanish. Most people either don’t speak English or speak very little, but at least in the big cities there are those who speak fluently and if you befriend them, they can help translating for you. Do you have to speak Spanish in Ecuador? The official […]
What is considered low income San Jose?
The median family income for those areas is $118,400, according to HUD. Santa Clara County is close behind. There, a household of four bringing in $94,450 is now considered low income under the HUD guidelines, and for Alameda and Contra Costa counties, $89,600 is the low-income threshold. What qualifies as low income in San Jose? […]
Can you bring dog to Galapagos?
Note: tourists’ pets are not allowed in Galapagos Islands. We flew from Quito to Lima on our way to Santiago de Chile to take the flight back to Spain. Can you pet animals in the Galapagos? Be a Respectful Observer. It may sound obvious to some, but one of the most important Galapagos rules is […]
Do they take credit cards in Peru?
Most ATMs in Peru accept only one type of credit/debit card and international money network, either Cirrus (www.mastercard.com; tel. 800/424-7787) or PLUS (www.visa.com; tel. 800/843-7587). Visa and MasterCard ATM cards are the most widely accepted; Visa/PLUS is the most common. How do people pay for things in Peru? Plan to use your debit card to […]
How do you say hello in Panama?
Buenas. (bwen-ass) – A common greeting that is equivalent to a quick and polite “hello” in passing. How do you greet in Panama? Meeting & Greeting In Panama, it’s traditional to greet people using ‘Buenas’. Panama is a very friendly place and people greet each other in passing even if they don’t know each other. […]
What is the nicest country in Central America?
According to the Global Peace Index, Costa Rica is the safest country in Central America. Like many other countries in Latin-America, Costa Rica is the perfect destination to visit if you love nature. With so much to see and do, a trip to Costa Rica isn’t complete without a stop in Monteverde. What is the […]
How do you say thank you in Costa Rica?
Pura vida | “Pure life” This quintessential Costa Rican phrase tells you pretty much everything you need to know about the Tico approach to life. It has many meanings, all friendly: “great” or “fantastic,” “hello,” “nice to meet you,” “thank you,” or “you’re welcome.” What is a common saying in Costa Rica? The Costa Rican […]
What kind of wetsuit do I need for Galapagos?
If you are traveling during the warmer months, you can easily wear a 3 millimeter wetsuit, which is what you need and which will not take up a lot of space in your luggage. If you are going to travel during the colder months, you will find a 5 millimeter wetsuit to be a better […]
Did Simon Bolivar liberate Ecuador?
Bolívar himself led multiple expeditionary forces against the Spaniards, and between 1819 and 1822 he successfully liberated three territories—New Granada (Colombia and Panama), Venezuela, and Quito (Ecuador)—from Spanish rule. What countries did Simon Bolivar liberate? Simon Bolivar is often called the George Washington of Venezuela — and of Bolivia, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador and Peru. Washington […]
What two types of climate are in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is a tropical country with two distinct seasons—dry and wet. However, within these seasons and in different parts of the country there is lots of variation. The Guanacaste region is the driest, while the highlands are generally colder and misty. What type of climate does Costa Rica have? Costa Rica is beautifully warm […]
What do you call people from Galapagos?
Even though the archipelago is a National Park, some of the biggest islands are not only home to the Galapagos flora and fauna, but to humans.Locals of the islands are known as galapagueños and most of them came from the Ecuadorian mainland, and you will find they are simple, kind, and joyful people. Are there […]
Is Brazil Catholic?
The Catholic Church is deeply enmeshed in Brazil’s culture, beliefs, and institutions. The Church arrived with the Portuguese conquest in the sixteenth century and has since been the dominant religion. From 1500 to 1889, Catholicism was the official state religion. Is Brazil Catholic or Protestant? Christianity is the largest religion in Brazil, with Catholics having […]
Is Brazil richer than the UK?
make 2.8 times more money Brazil has a GDP per capita of $15,600 as of 2017, while in United Kingdom, the GDP per capita is $44,300 as of 2017. How does Brazil compare to the UK? Brazil is about 35 times bigger than United Kingdom. United Kingdom is approximately 243,610 sq km, while Brazil is […]
How much is a meal in Argentina in pesos?
Cost of living in Argentina is, on average, 50.09% lower than in United States.Cost of Living in Argentina. Restaurants Edit Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 7.08$ Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 30.00$ McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 6.12$ Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 1.50$ What does an average meal cost in Argentina? While […]