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How long was Darwin in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

5 weeks. 1. How long was Charles Darwin on the Galapagos Islands? Charles Darwin & The Beagle spent 5 weeks in the Galapagos carefully charting the archipelago. How long was Charles Darwin’s voyage to the Galapagos Islands? 5 weeksDarwin travelled around the Galapagos Islands for 5 weeks visiting: San Cristobal 17 -22 September. Floreana 24 […]

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

Do you tip driver in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

If you’re visiting Costa Rica from a country where tipping isn’t commonly practiced, you may not feel comfortable tipping tour guides, drivers, waiters/waitresses, and/or hotel staff in Costa Rica.If you don’t feel comfortable tipping in Costa Rica because of your cultural norms or a different reason, don’t tip. Do you tip delivery drivers in Costa […]

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Where are scorpions found in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

These are venomous scorpions, commonly called “alacranes”. They’re found mainly in the dry areas of the Pacific, though they’re also found in lesser numbers in the rainforest and metro area, anywhere under 1400 meters above sea level. How common are scorpions in Costa Rica? So far there are no reports on Costa Rican scorpions being […]

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Are there private beaches in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Cahuita. Cahuita is located on the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica and is well known for its super laid back vibe. This vibrant little beach town is in the middle of Playa Negra and Playa Blanca. It is here that you can find your own private slice of beach. Are all beaches in Costa Rica […]

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How much do taxis cost in Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Taxi & Water Taxi Taxi rides in any of these towns generally cost approximately $1 to $2 per person, but expect to pay more for trips outside town limits. To get to more remote coastal areas, you can also hail a water taxi, which typically costs $1 per person. How do you get around the […]

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

What are some cultural facts about Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bolivian culture is very diverse, it includes people of Spanish origin, descendants of the colonizers, indigenous groups from the Andes and mestizos. Bolivian culture is very diverse thanks to the differing origins of the Bolivian people. What is a cultural fact about Bolivia? There are 36 indigenous cultures (at the time of this writing, they […]

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What percentage of Belize is black?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

About 52.9% are Mestizo, 25.9% Creole, 11.3% Maya, 6.1. % Garifuna, 3.9% East Indian, 3.6% Mennonites, 1.2% other White, 1% Asian, 1.2% Other and 0.3% Unknown.Maya. Ethnic group Black African Census 2000 Number 582 % 0.3 Census 2010 Number 1,151 % 0.4 Which ethnic group is the largest in Belize? According to the the 2010 […]

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What is the unemployment rate in Uruguay?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

approximately 12.67 percent. This statistic shows the unemployment rate in Uruguay from 1999 to 2020. In 2020, the unemployment rate in Uruguay was at approximately 12.67 percent.Uruguay: Unemployment rate from 1999 to 2020. Characteristic Unemployment rate 2020 12.67% 2019 9.35% 2018 8.34% 2017 7.89% What country has highest unemployment? Burkina FasoIn 2017, Burkina Faso had […]

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Can I extend my visa in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The tourist visa (correctly the “temporary authorization to enter as a tourist”) can only be extended up to the for the nationality allowed max number of days (90 days within a 180 days period or 180 days in a 365 days period) and for not over 90 days; so if you only got 30 days […]

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What’s the difference between North and Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Northern America—the northern region of the North American continent, including Canada, the United States, Greenland, Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, and Bermuda. Central America—the countries south of the United States and north of Colombia. Is Central America and North America the same? Central America is not a separate continent, but a regional distinction describing the isthmus that […]

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How much do jobs pay in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The salary range for people working in Guatemala is typically from 1,154.00 GTQ (minimum salary) to 3,762.00 GTQ (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). What is the average pay in Guatemala? The average salary in Guatemala City is of around 4200 Quetzales, or roughly 550 USD. Guatemala City is the capital and also the […]

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What is the only country in Central America?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Belize. Central America consists of seven countries: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. Their combined population is estimated at 44.53 million (2016).Central America. Area 521,876 km2 (201,497 sq mi) Dependencies Archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia and Santa Catalina (belonging to Colombia) What are the countries in Central America called? Central America […]

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How do you say beautiful in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Guapo/a. Guapo/a is the direct translation of “good-looking,” “beautiful,” or “handsome.” Although it may be flattering to be called guapo or guapa, many people don’t consider this word to be particularly romantic. What are some Guatemalan slang words? These Guatemalan words and slang will not only make you sound cool but also help you get […]

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How much is import tax in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A 13 percent value-added (sales) tax is imposed on the purchase of most goods and services (including imported goods) not intended for official use by central or local governments. How much is the tax for import? The Philippines Customs apply a value added tax (VAT) for imported goods at 12 percent. The Philippines’ customs levy […]

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How did finches arrived in the Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

It is believed that a few seed-eating finches were blown from South America to the Galapagos Islands many years ago. The distance between the islands meant that the finches on different islands could not fly between them, so the populations on the different islands gradually evolved to suit their new habitats. Where did all of […]

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