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How do I use Iceland eGift card?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

You will need the barcode to use the eGift card to pay at the supermarket. Take the eGift card (online voucher) into the shop and show it at the till to pay. You can show the eGift card on your mobile phone screen or print it out. How do I spend an e-gift card? For […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is the US allies with South Africa?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

South Africa is a strategic partner of the United States, particularly in the areas of health, security, and trade. The two countries share development objectives throughout Africa, and South Africa plays a key economic and political role on the African continent. Who is South Africa’s closest ally? South Africa’s closest European ties have been with […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Do I need bear spray on Vancouver Island?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There has never been a confirmed bear attack on Vancouver Island. Bear spray will make you feel saver, but it’s not really needed. Do you get bears on Vancouver Island? The bear’s presence on Vancouver Island is considered uncommon, though some bears are known to swim to the North Island from Johnstone Strait on mainland […]

Filed Under: Canada

What is a fun fact about Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Peru holds the world records for the maximum number of birds sighted in one place and the greatest number seen in a single day! Peru ranks as second in the world for hosting the most bird species (over 1,800) and over 50% of the migrating birds in the Americas fly over Peru at some point […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Ambassador to Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Ambassador Arthur B. Culvahouse Jr. How do you address an ambassador in Australia? Use ‘His Excellency’ or ‘Her Excellency’ to address high commissioners, ambassadors and nuncios. What level is an ambassador? United States SFS rank Equivalent military rank Notes Career Ambassador (FE-CA) Four-star rank (O-10) Awarded to career diplomats with extensive and distinguished service Career […]

Filed Under: Australasia

Is it too cold to swim in Maui?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Maui—A Winter Wonderland While Florida’s ocean temperatures drop as much as 25 degrees from August to January, Maui stays within 5 degrees of its highs year-round! That means that during the holidays, Maui visitors swim in ocean waters that average a comfortable 75 degrees. Is it too cold to swim in Maui in February? Hawaii’s […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Maui

Which island has the best Caribbean food?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

St. Barts. St. Barts. The Caribbean island with the best food, according to our readers, is St. Barts. Which Caribbean countries have the best food? The top 10 winners in the category Best Caribbean Destination for Food are: Dominican Republic. Guadeloupe. Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago. San Juan, Puerto Rico. Willemstad, Curacao. Bridgetown, Barbados. […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

What made Denver so big?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Between 1870 and 1880, Denver’s population soared by almost 650 percent. Between 1880 and 1890, it more than doubled. The reason is convenience. Denver had railroad access, and it was conveniently close to significant mining developments, such as Leadville. Why did Denver grow so big? Until World War II Denver’s economy was dependent mainly on […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Colorado, Denver

Why is Philadelphia so polluted?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A recent report by the American Lung Association ranked the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden metro area among the top 25 most polluted in the United States in terms of two of the most common, and dangerous, ambient air pollutants measured nationally.Both pollutants are the result of burning carbon-based fossil fuels. Why does Philadelphia have such bad air quality? […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

What was the first town in San Diego?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Old Town San Diego. Old Town San Diego is considered the “birthplace” of California. San Diego is the site of the first permanent Spanish settlement in California. It was here in 1769, that Father Junipero Serra came to establish the very first mission in a chain of 21 missions that were to be the cornerstone […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: California, San Diego

Why is NAS Pensacola closed?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Since the 2019 terrorist attack at NAS Pensacola, access to the base has been limited to holders of Department of Defense ID cards and their guests. For seven months in 2020, the museum also was closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. What happened at NAS Pensacola? Nearly two years after a terrorist took the lives […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Pensacola

How much land did Russia take from Poland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Seventeen days after the German invasion of Poland in 1939, which marked the beginning of the Second World War, the Soviet Union entered the eastern regions of Poland (known as the Kresy) and annexed territories totaling 201,015 square kilometres (77,612 sq mi) with a population of 13,299,000. Did Russia take land from Poland? On 17 […]

Filed Under: Europe

Which is more popular Virginia Beach or Myrtle Beach?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to the popular hotel search engine, Myrtle Beach is 2015’s most popular beach destination among U.S. travelers, beating out Virginia Beach, Ocean City, Miami, Key West, Honolulu, Atlantic City, and everywhere else. Is Myrtle Beach or Virginia Beach Better? Myrtle Beach has a slightly better beach, Virginia Beach has slightly more to do. The […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Why is it called Kullu Manali?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

History. Manali is named after the Sanātanī lawgiver Manu (see Manusmriti).The Kullu Valley in which Manali is situated is often referred to as the “Valley of the Gods”. An old village in the town has an ancient temple dedicated to the sage Manu. What is the meaning of Kullu Manali? The name Kullu derives from […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Himachal Pradesh, Manali

Why is Pennsylvania so famous?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

As one of the 13 original founding states, Pennsylvania was the second to ratify the 1787 U.S. Constitution, drafted and signed in Independence Hall. Today, the state is famous for its industrial and agricultural outputs. What is Pennsylvania famous for? What is Pennsylvania Known For? Original Colony. Liberty Bell. Cheesesteak Sandwich. Chocolate Capital of USA. […]

Filed Under: United States

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