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Is Bolivia a desert?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The natural hexagonal formations glisten under the desert sun, calling out to us.The surreal landscape of South-west Bolivia continues to draw us in as we sit munching on sandwiches in the middle of the largest salt desert in the world. What percentage of Bolivia is desert? 20 percentIts inhospitable living conditions are reflected in the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What do Jamaicans say a lot?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

These are the top Jamaican sayings and phrases to use when you visit Jamaica: ‘Weh Yuh Ah Seh’ The literal translation of this Jamaican saying is, “What are you saying?”. ‘Boonoonoonoos’ ‘Small Up Yuhself’ ‘Wah Gwaan’ ‘Irie’ ‘Mi Deh Yah, Yuh Know’ ‘Weh Yuh Deh Pon’ ‘Ya Mon’ What is a famous Jamaican saying? All […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Can you fish the Tampa Riverwalk?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Fishing Solo You can also cast your line right next to the Tampa Riverwalk on the Garrison Channel for good Snook and Tarpon bite. For a taste of pier fishing, you can take your pick, because there are many and most of them are open for fishing. Where can I fish from shore in Tampa? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Tampa

Does Vietnamese have an alphabet?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Vietnamese alphabet (Vietnamese: chữ Quốc ngữ, “script of the national language”) is the modern Latin writing script or writing system for Vietnamese.The Vietnamese alphabet contains 29 letters, including seven letters using four diacritics: ă, â/ê/ô, ơ/ư, đ. Why doesn’t Vietnam have its own alphabet? The Vietnamese writing system known as chữ Quốc ngữ (“national […]

Filed Under: Asia

Can a 17 year old travel to the Bahamas alone?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Have your parents write a letter of consent and have it notarized if you are under 16 and are going to be traveling to the Bahamas alone. The letter should state that you have parental consent to be traveling alone. Keep the letter with your birth certificate and other identification. Can you travel alone at […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Is Puerto Rico poorer than Mississippi?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Puerto Rico’s poverty rate is nearly double that of Mississippi, the most impoverished state in the US. Puerto Rico’s poverty rate hit 44.9%, according to new data released today by the US Census Bureau—that’s nearly double the poverty rate in Mississippi, the most impoverished of the fifty states. Is Puerto Rico richer than Mississippi? State […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

How smart is Poland?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Poland stands at the 21st place (but 15th, tied with Australia and Israel, when it comes to the number of Nobel prize wins) and the Czech Republic ranks 23rd, placing highest in the national IQ category (19th worldwide). What is the average IQ in Poland? 96.35Countries by IQ – Average IQ by Country Rank Country […]

Filed Under: Europe

What did the Spanish name Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Although the Taino referred to the island as “Xaymaca,” the Spanish gradually changed the name to “Jamaica.” In the so-called Admiral’s map of 1507 the island was labeled as “Jamaiqua” and in Peter Martyr’s work “Decades” of 1511, he referred to it as both “Jamaica” and “Jamica.” How did Jamaica get its name? The name […]

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Is there a shuttle from the Savannah airport to Tybee Island?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

What companies run services between Savannah Airport (SAV), USA and Tybee Island, GA, USA? You can take a bus from Savannah Airport (SAV) to Tybee Island via JMR Transit Center and Island Towne Centre in around 2h 47m. How do I get from Savannah to Tybee Island without a car? The best way to get […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Georgia, Savannah

Is Taiwan friendly to foreigners?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Taiwan just ranked as the second safest countries in the world, and is famous for its beautiful scenery and welcoming residents. But for German entrepreneur Arwed Graubner, who has lived here for over 22 years, there is a lot of room for improvements in terms of foreigner-friendliness. How safe is Taiwan for foreigners? Taiwan is […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the smallest town in Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

KUSA – Colorado’s smallest town by population had just eight residents as of the 2010 census … but you probably know it instead by the amusement park that bears its name and maybe the Walmart/shopping center next door. What is the best small town in Colorado? 10 Must-Visit Small Towns in Colorado Creede. Silverton. Estes […]

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How is the economy in Chile today?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The economy of Chile is a market economy and high-income economy as ranked by the World Bank.Economy of Chile. Statistics Population 19,116,209 (2020) GDP $252.94 billion (nominal, 2020) $479.199 billion (PPP, 2020) GDP rank 41st (nominal, 2021) 45th (PPP, 2021) GDP growth 3.9% (2018) 1.1% (2019e) −5.8% (2020f) 11,0% (2021f) How stable is the economy […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is English widely spoken in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The roughly 750 million non-native speakers of English now exceed those who speak it as their native tongue by more than two to one. What is the most common language spoken in Guatemala? There are 25 languages spoken in Guatemala. Spanish is the official and most spoken language. In addition, there are 22 different Mayan […]

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What is so special about New Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In New Mexico, there are only about 12 people per square mile. There are many more sheep and cattle in the state than people. At 7,000 feet above sea level, Santa Fe, New Mexico is the highest capital city in the United States.New Mexico has one of the greatest temperature ranges in the United States. […]

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What is average male height in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

175.6 cm. Surveys and studies Country / Region Average male height Average female height Australia 175.6 cm (5 ft 9 in) 161.8 cm (5 ft 31⁄2 in) Austria 179 cm (5 ft 101⁄2 in) 166 cm (5 ft 51⁄2 in) Azerbaijan 171.8 cm (5 ft 71⁄2 in) 165.4 cm (5 ft 5 in) Bahrain 165.1 […]

Filed Under: Australasia

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