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Is Canada really a good place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Canada has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the friendliest places on earth.Family friendly and laid-back, Canada was ranked 9th overall on the 2020 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey (1st for cultural values), as one of the best countries to move to. What is bad about living in Canada? Crime. Although Canada boasts of having […]

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Can you grow an avocado tree in North Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Growing an avocado tree in Georgia may prove challenging for even the most experienced gardener. Avocado trees fall under USDA plant hardiness zone 10, which means they do not tolerate any frost. Georgia is in USDA plant hardiness zone 7 and does occasionally experience frost and deep freezes. How far north can avocado trees survive? […]

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Are Scotland and England enemies?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Scotland and England have taken up arms against each other many times over the centuries. The major battles include Flodden in 1513 and Dunbar in 1650, with the Jacobites taking up arms against the British Crown at the battles of Prestonpans in 1745 and Culloden in 1746. Are Scotland and England allies? The Auld Alliance […]

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What are the benefits of living in Delaware?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Other benefits of Delaware living: Delaware Named Most Tax-Friendly State and Most Tax-Friendly State for Retirees by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine. Social Security benefits are not taxed. No state or local sales tax. No inheritance tax. No personal property tax. What are the cons of living in Delaware? List of the Cons of Living in […]

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Where do the rich live in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

I would say the most affluent ones are Escazu, Belen and Santa Ana. These on the west side of the central valley. A couple other places worth noting are Grecia, Atenas, Curridabat and Moravia. Where do the wealthy live in Costa Rica? Costa Rica’s 10 most expensive homes for sale Playa Barrigona. Oceanfront mansion in […]

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What is Arizona slogan?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Arizona Slogan: “The Grand Canyon State“. The State Motto is: “Ditat Deus” which means: God Enriches. What is Arizona best known for? Arizona is the sixth largest state physically and is perhaps best known for its weather and geography. Southern Arizona features a hot desert climate, while northern Arizona is full of forests, mountain ranges […]

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How long is ferry from St Lucia to Martinique?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The cheapest way to get from Saint Lucia to Martinique is to ferry which costs $55 – $90 and takes 1h 34m. How long is the ferry ride from St Lucia to Dominica? The cheapest way to get from Saint Lucia to Dominica is to ferry which costs $55 – $90 and takes 4h 19m. […]

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Why is Peru fantastic?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

You will be amazed at the contrasts of the diverse landscapes: golden sand dunes, massive snow-covered mountains, picturesque lakes, surreal beaches, eye-catching canyons, time-old agricultural terraces, dramatic mountain scenery, jaw-dropping glaciers, islands with various kinds of wildlife, miraculous Amazon Why is Peru so amazing? With landscapes ranging from hidden high-altitude hamlets in the Andes to […]

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Why is Mexico City so crowded?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Thanks to poor urban planning (and rapid growth that made some forms of planning impossible), Mexico City suffers from extreme sprawling. This means there’s heavy traffic as people move from one side of the city to the other, as the rich travel to and from their gated communities, the poor to and from their barrios. […]

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How depressing is Indiana?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

– Hoosiers have it rough, according to a new report published by 24/7 Wall St. The publication found Indiana to be the 47th worst state in America, behind Kentucky (48th), Oklahoma (49th) and West Virginia (50th).As for income, the average Indiana resident makes less than the national average. Is Indiana a depressing state? The state […]

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Is Kansas City the only City in two states?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Today Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri, remain two separately incorporated cities but together, along with a number of other cities and suburbs, as part of the Kansas City Metropolitan area. 1961 map of the Greater Kansas City area showing the city’s expansion outward from the Missouri and Kansas rivers. Why is Kansas City […]

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How far is Bend Oregon from the beach?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The distance between Bend and Oregon Coast is 139 miles. Does Bend Oregon have a beach? Walk Horsfall Beach and watch the waves roll in, or summit 500 foot sand dunes by foot, horseback, or dune buggy. With the city surrounded on three sides by the waters of Coos Bay, close access to water is […]

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How many marine species are in the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

3,000 marine species. Galapagos Islands. The Galapagos Marine Reserve is home to nearly 3,000 marine species, including such common fish as pompano, better known as jacks. The Galapagos Marine Reserve is one of the largest and most biologically diverse marine protected areas (MPAs) in the world. How many species are in the Galapagos? 9,000 speciesNearly […]

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

Is Northern Ireland or Wales smaller?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Size. Wales is bigger with a land mass of 21,224.63 square kilometres, compared to Northern Ireland’s 14,129.72. Is Wales bigger than Northern Ireland? Northern Ireland is 0.67 times as big as Wales. Is Wales smaller than Ireland? Republic of Ireland is 3.38 times as big as Wales Around 40% of the country’s population of 4.9 […]

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What is a typical snack in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Panchuker is a popular snack originating from Argentina. It can be found at numerous street food stalls in the country and consists of a sausage that’s covered with a waffle-like coating. The snack is served on a stick for easier consumption, just like a corn dog. What are 3 typical foods they eaten in Argentina? […]

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