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Does Paris smell like pee?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Paris does, in fact, smell like pee. Every alleyway.Wherever you go on Paris’s streets the smell of pee will follow you. Why does Paris smell like pee? In Paris in particular the streets frequently smell of urine thanks to the French habit of pipi sauvage (open-air peeing). Can you pee in Paris? Peeing openly on […]

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Are Icelanders Scandinavian?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

When referencing the geographic region of Scandinavia, there are three countries: Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.Finland and Iceland are not considered part of Scandinavia geographically. Is Iceland considered Scandinavian? Territories of the Norsemen is the most accepted way of recognising the Scandinavian countries which includes Finland, Iceland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden and the Faroe Islands. Scandinavia is […]

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Is American Express accepted in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

American Express, Diners Club, and Visa are widely recognized throughout Sweden. Discover cards are not accepted.With an American Express, MasterCard, or Visa card, you also can withdraw currency from cash machines (ATMs) at various locations. Can I use an American credit card in Sweden? Most terminals in stores are supporting the use of paying with […]

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How much does it cost to live in Tuscany?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cost of Living in Tuscany Expense U.S. $ Rent $650-950 Utilities (electric, gas, water) $185 Gasoline, maintenance, tax and insurance for one car $355 Cell phone plans (2 phones) $61 Is Tuscany expensive to live in? As a region, Tuscany is one of the more expensive places to live in Italy. This is because of […]

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Do you need bug spray in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Iceland is likely a different environment than you are used to and some gear that is commonplace in other countries is unheard of here. For example, some things you won´t need in Iceland are: Bug Spray – There are no biting bugs in Iceland, just midges.Water filter and fire kit are not necessary in Iceland. […]

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Why did Italy pull out of the Triple Alliance?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Italy really wasn’t as great of a partner in the Triple Alliance as Germany and Austria-Hungary were. Italy, for a long time, had hated Austria Hungary and were wary about entering into an alliance with them. Italy was a little bit like a “third wheel” in the triple alliance. When did Italy leave the Triple […]

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What is dating like in Austria?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Like in many countries, in Austria, dating through websites and apps is as common as meeting someone in real life. The reserved nature of Austrian men and women actually bodes well for online dating. After all, users are able to carefully vet other singles and get to know them before they meet. Do Austrian men […]

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What is the unemployment rate in Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Unemployment refers to the share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment. Finland unemployment rate for 2020 was 7.83%, a 1.13% increase from 2019. Finland unemployment rate for 2019 was 6.70%, a 0.66% decline from 2018. Why is unemployment so high in Finland? The high unemployment rate is […]

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What is employment like in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Working hours Iceland is a very expensive country and in order to maintain high living standards, Icelanders are used to working long hours. Men work 47 hours a week on average and women 37 hours. Working overtime is quite common in Iceland and employees are often paid for the extra hours they put in. Does […]

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Can you swim in Naples in May?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Is it warm enough to swim in Naples in May? Average water temperature in Naples in May is 80.6°F and therefore suitable for comfortable swimming. The warmest sea in Naples in May is 84.6°F, and the coldest is 75.6°F. Average high air temperature in Naples in May is 89°F, and average low temperature is 68°F. […]

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What is student life like at Cambridge?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Student life in and around Cambridge is also vibrant. You will find a number of societies, festivals, museums, clubs, restaurants, sports, shopping centres, and much more. However you like to spend your time, there’s always something happening to keep you entertained and to meet new people. Do Cambridge students have a life? Where to live. […]

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How much does a visa to Amsterdam cost?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Schengen Visa Fees Schengen Visa Category Fee in EUR Fee in USD* Adult 80€ 96$ Child between 6-12 years of age 40€ 48$ Child younger than 6 years of age Free Free Holders of diplomatic, official or service passports travelling for official purposes Free Free How much does it cost for a visa to the […]

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Is life hard in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Many expats have found it incredibly difficult to stay in Croatia for longer than 90 days in a 180-day period. However, for those that have found the secret recipe for a successful visa application, the quality of life in Croatia can be hard to beat. Is it easy to live in Croatia? Though life on […]

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Is Little Italy expensive?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Making It in San Diego: Little Italy among most expensive neighborhoods in the US.San Diego’s Little Italy cracked the top 10, coming in at number seven on the list of most expensive neighborhoods for renters in America’s largest cities. Is Little Italy NYC worth it? Little Italy is worth visiting for the opportunity to enjoy […]

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Why do Serbians fast?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

​Serbian Orthodox fasting is a tradition that’s often misunderstood outside Serbia.Instead, it just means that they abstain from eating certain foods that are prohibited by the Serbian Orthodox Church at particular times of the year, the most important of which is the 46-day Lenten fast leading up to Easter. Why do Orthodox fast for 40 […]

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