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How many ships did the Dutch East India Company have?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Between 1595 and 1795 the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and its predecessors before 1602 equipped more than 4,700 ships to sail from the shores of the Netherlands bound for Asia. More than 3,400 ships made the return voyage home. How many ships did the East India company have? 200 shipsWithin the first two decades […]

Filed Under: India

Do monkeys live in Aruba?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Welcome to Aruba. A tiny 19.6-mile long and six-mile wide island off the coast of Venezuela. It’s home to camels, monkeys, emus and the occasional anaconda. What animals live on Aruba? Some of these locations include captive animals and many require a rental car, but hopefully this will point you in the right direction! Butterflies: […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Can Antiguans travel to Europe?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Any Antiguan and Barbudan citizen that wishes to enter Europe for over 90 days, or for other purposes than those allowed under the ETIAS program will need to apply for a Schengen visa.It is advised that Antiguan and Barbudan citizens complete their ETIAS application 96 hours prior to their departure date. Where can Antiguans go […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Who does Hong Kong trade with the most?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

China. Hong Kong’s Principal Trading Partners in 2020 Ranking Total Trade Country/Territory Percentage share(%) 1 The Mainland of China 51.8 2 Taiwan 6.2 3 USA 5.3 What is Hong Kong’s biggest export? Hong Kong’s Top Exports Gold – $12.1 billion. Diamonds – $6.83 billion. Scrap copper – $1.4 billion. Silver – $1.37 billion. Precious stones […]

Filed Under: Asia

What are the tax advantages of living in Wyoming?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

1) Wyoming residents benefit from the State’s “Triple Tax Free” status that provides relief from Income, Estate and Gift taxation. More specifically: Wyoming has no tax on personal or corporate income. Wyoming repealed its estate tax in 2005, allowing families to keep more of the product of their life’s work. Is Wyoming tax friendly to […]

Filed Under: United States

Are Bostonians rude?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bostonians are not particularly rude. The rudest customers I ever encountered as a cab driver were from the Midwest (weirdly – I have horror stories). Bostonians are not particularly friendly. Why are Bostonians so angry? Nobody admires Boston more than us Bostonians, but rest assured, there are certain aspects of our city that tend to […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Boston, Massachusetts

Why does Chief Seattle says that the earth is sacred to his people?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Chief Seattle says that the Earth is sacred to his people because he believes that they are a part of the Earth and it is a part of them. He also mentions that every shining pine needle, every sandy shore, every mist in the dark woods, every clear and humming insect are holy in the […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Seattle, Washington

Did 101st Airborne fight in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

During the Vietnam War, the 101st Airborne Division fought in several major campaigns and battles, including the Battle of Hamburger Hill in May 1969. In mid-1968, it was reorganized and redesignated as an airmobile division and then in 1974 as an air assault division. Did the 101st jump in Vietnam? The first 4,000 paratroopers of […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the coldest place in North Carolina?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Banner Elk. Banner Elk, near the Cherokee National Forest, is the coldest in North Carolina. It has an average annual low of 38 degrees. What part of North Carolina has the coolest weather? Beech Mountain, North Carolina At 5,506 feet, Beech Mountain tops the list as the coolest town in North Carolina and the highest […]

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Is 75000 CZK Gross good salary in Prague?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

As far as I understand 75000 CZK gross is not bad for Prague, but having a wife and a child makes it not so obvious whether we can live comfortably with rent, insurances and other expenses. As far as I understand it will be like 55000 CZK net and the apartment is about 20000 CZK […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Czech Republic, Prague

What is life like in Edinburgh?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

It’s a small, friendly city with so many amazing attractions, historic sites and welcoming citizens that makes it perfect for a year or two abroad. Not only is Edinburgh a great place to live, but Scotland as a whole is a fantastic place to take a holiday. What salary do you need to live comfortably […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Edinburgh, Scotland

How did New Zealand get populated?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The history of New Zealand (Aotearoa) dates back to between 1320 and 1350 CE, when the main settlement period started, after it was discovered and settled by Polynesians, who developed a distinct Māori culture.The first European explorer known to visit New Zealand was Dutch navigator Abel Tasman on 13 December 1642. How did New Zealand […]

Filed Under: Australasia

How far is the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

It is located about 130 miles from the heart of Las Vegas. On average, the drive takes approximately two and a half hours. Both the North Rim and South Rim (the two rims of Grand Canyon National Park) are located over 270 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. On average, both drives take approximately four […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Las Vegas, Nevada

Why do you have to pay to get into Sea Pines Hilton Head?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Often times we hear the question: “Why do I have to pay to enter Sea Pines and visit South Beach?” There’s an easy answer – the $9 fee per automobile (cash only) goes into the general operating fund of The Sea Pines Community Services Association and represents a significant contribution to the general operation and […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hilton Head, South Carolina

Are girls in Montreal beautiful?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

According to AskMen.com, Montreal is #8 in the Top 10 list of cities with the most beautiful women in the world. We know that better than anyone, right? It’s hard to go out and not see hot girls, all with different styles and attitude. What are girls like in Montreal? Montreal girls claim to be […]

Filed Under: Canada

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