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How many days do you need in Provence France?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The French region of Provence is made for explorers—and there’s a lot of room to explore. For a solid itinerary, we recommend at least four days to experience a few villages and sun-drenched landscapes. Is Provence France worth visiting? Short answer: yes, definitely. If you are unsure, you only have 1 week to spend in […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: France, Provence

Does Turkey offer free education?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Primary education covers the education and teaching directed to children between 6–14, is compulsory for all citizens, boys or girls, and is given free of charge in public schools. Is university education free in Turkey? According to the Constitution of the Republic of Turkey, every citizen has the right to education which is free of […]

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Can you wear shorts in Madrid?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

It’s a rarity for a gentleman from Madrid to wear shorts except at the beach or in the mountains. 99.9% of those you see wearing shorts are foreign tourist. Is it OK to wear shorts in Spain? The custom in Spain is that you use shorts only at the beach and not in the city. […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Madrid, Spain

Is Edinburgh flat or hilly?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Edinburgh is the perfect city—almost. It looks like no other place: smoky, gothic buildings grafted onto the shoulder of an extinct volcano, an imposing castle on rocky ramparts in the center, and the rest spilling out over seven hills. Why does Edinburgh smell like beef? In 2003, Edinburgh was named the ‘smelliest city in the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Edinburgh, Scotland

Is 90000 a good salary in Germany?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Its a good salary . Yes. Is 90k euro a good salary in Berlin? Salaries of 70-90k EUR for Senior devs in Berlin are absolutely achievable and combined with the quite low cost of living in Berlin you probably have more fun money than anywhere in Europe as a developer. But not nearly as much […]

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What should I bring back from Porto?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

10 Unique Portuguese things to Buy in Porto Typical Porto Wine. You simply cannot visit Porto without tasting port wine. Port wine glass and other wine accessories. Arcádia chocolates. Handmade tile jewelry. Cork jewelry. The rooster of Barcelos. Artisanal soaps. Local handicrafts. What can I bring back from Portugal? What can I bring home from […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Porto, Portugal

Why is Sweden’s unemployment rate so high?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Inadequate or mismatched skills are one reason behind the high unemployment rates in some regions.The relatively high incidence of under-skilling in Sweden may signal skill shortages as employers face difficulties in finding those high-skilled workers they look for in the labour market. Is Sweden’s unemployment rate high? The unemployment rate in Sweden increased significantly from […]

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How many people are poor in Serbia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

1.8 million people. Twenty-five percent of Serbians are impoverished. This percent translates to close to 1.8 million people. Absolute poverty, a more severe condition of poverty has been slowly decreasing, from 7.6 in 2010 to 7.3 in 2016. Is Serbia a poor country? Serbia is one of the poorest European countries at ninth place with […]

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Why is London the best student city?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Staving off strong competition from other popular cities, including Tokyo, Montreal and Berlin, London was identified as the number one higher education study destination globally due to its “outstanding cultural, economic and educational opportunities”. Why is London good for students? There are so many reasons why students love studying in London, from the strong network […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, London

What is the best currency to use in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Krona. Krona is the best currency to take to Sweden. Businesses are likely to factor conversion costs into their prices. So you could end up paying a worse rate in foreign currency like the Euro than if you used Sweden’s local money. What is the best way to pay for things in Sweden? Credit cards […]

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Is Croatia a nice country?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Croatia is a lovely place to visit, with charming old cities and towns, gorgeous beaches and coves, distinctive foods, and incredible cultural riches.Violent crime in Croatia is rare, and overall crime levels are quite low, making it extremely safe to travel to Croatia. Is Croatia a peaceful country? How safe is Croatia. Croatia is actually […]

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How far north is Stockholm?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Distance facts Stockholm is 4,099.50 mi (6,597.51 km) north of the equator, so it is located in the northern hemisphere. How far is it from Stockholm to the South Pole? From Stockholm to the South Pole, it is 10,318.57 mi (16,606.13 km) in the north. Is Stockholm north or south? Stockholm is located on Sweden’s […]

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Is Japan more expensive than Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Denmark is 36.8% more expensive than Japan. Is Denmark more expensive than us? If a city has a an index of 120, it means Numbeo estimates it is 20% more expensive than New York (excluding rent).Definitions. STAT Denmark United States Consumer price index > Excluding rent 116.02 Ranked 7th. 51% more than United States 76.81 […]

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When did Austria become an Archduchy?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

1453. By 1453, Frederick had assumed rule over the Holy Roman Empire and in this year decreed an affirmation of the forged privileges by virtue of his imperial rights of majesty. This made the Duchy of Austria into an archduchy, and from then on the Habsburgs officially called themselves Archdukes of Austria. How long did […]

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Why do so many Icelandic names end in dóttir?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Generally, with few exceptions, a person’s last name indicates the first name of their father (patronymic) or in some cases mother (matronymic) in the genitive, followed by -son (“son”) or -dóttir (“daughter”). Why do Icelandic surnames end in dóttir? For example, when a couple has a child, the tradition is to add “son” or “daughter” […]

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