The Federal Foreign Office urgently warns against traveling to Yemen. Germans who might still be there were asked to leave Yemen. The German embassy in Sanaa is temporarily closed and cannot provide consular assistance on site in an emergency. The closest German diplomatic mission abroad is the embassy in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). Since March 26,…
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Iran Travel Warning
During their stay in Iran, travelers should carefully monitor the current political situation and exercise particular caution on the following dates, among others: February 11 – Revolution Day February 14 – Anniversary of anti-government demonstrations May 19, 2017 – Presidential and local elections October 1 2017 – Ashura Fest November 4th – Occupation of the…
Transportation in Poland
ON THE GO Traveling by plane Domestic flights are offered by LOT Polish Airways (LO) (Internet: www.lot.com), which flies to all major cities. From Warszawa there are connections to Gdansk, Katowice, Kraków, Poznan, Rzeszow, Szczecin and Wroclaw. Further information from the LOT city offices in Frankfurt / M. (Tel: (069) 24 00 10 00), Vienna…
Colombia Travel Warning
Staying in the border regions of Colombia, especially with Venezuela and Panama, as well as in all regions affected by the internal conflict and the drug economy (cultivation, smuggling) is not recommended. These include in particular the entire Pacific coast, the departments of Chocó, Cauca, Putumayo, Nariño, Arauca, Córdoba, Caquetá, individual areas in Norte de…
The 10 most beautiful lakes in Germany
Bodensee, BW / Bavaria The largest and most popular of the 10 most beautiful German lakes is located in a beautiful landscape and is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Central Europe. The warm climate, the beautiful landscape and the cultural offer make it so attractive. In addition, it offers numerous water sports…
Saba Population and Geography
Saba: population Population Saba has around 2,000 residents. Ethnic composition The Saba population is from all over the world. The island’s small size resulted in a small number of island families who can trace their family name back to six other families on the island. This means that many of the family names are the…
Balearic Islands History and Politics
Balearic Islands: Political System The Balearic Islands are an autonomous community (Spanish “Comunidad Autónoma”). This means that they are considered to be a regional authority which has been given an autonomous status with its own legislative and other competences by the Spanish constitution (Article 2, version of 1978). This is also not unusual in Spain,…
Public Transport Adelaide
The public transport in Adelaide are very modern, comfortable, reliable and well organized. Furthermore, the entire transport network of the capital of South Australia is well developed and very clearly arranged. The journey by bus and train as well as the comfortable tram is very relaxing and you can get a lot of nice impressions…
Fiji Wildlife and Economy
Animals and Plants Of monkey faces and mongooses that don’t eat rats Due to the isolated location of the Fiji Islands, there are few species of mammals. The animals that live here were mostly brought in by humans. The Fijian monkey- faced fruit bat is one of the native mammal species, although it is almost…
Denver Colorado Travel Guide
Denver is the capital of the US state Colorado and is located at the eastern foot of the Rocky Mountains. Denver was originally a gold rush town and has a population of about 600,000 according to Trackaah. Around 2.6 million people live in the conurbation. Denver is exactly one mile above sea level and is…
Overview of Afghanistan
Afghanistan, an Asian state bordered on the north by Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, on the east by China, the Hindu states of Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan, on the south by Pakistan and on the west by Iran. It has 647,497 km2. The capital is Kabul. TERRITORY AND RESOURCES According to Themotorcyclers, Afghanistan is a…
Overview of Andorra
Andorra, is the parliamentary principality located in southwestern Europe. It is bordered on the north and east by France and on the south and west by Spain. It is one of the smallest countries in the world, with 468 km2. The capital is Andorra la Vella. TERRITORY AND RESOURCES It is a mountainous region of…
Overview of South Africa
Country located in the southern tip of the African continent , bathed by the Indian and Atlantic oceans. In addition to Pretoria, the administrative capital where government departments are located, South Africa has two other capitals: Cape Town, the seat of the Legislature and the largest city in the country, where the National Assembly and…
Economic Crisis 2008
The 2008 crisis, more precisely from September, was preceded by a period of stable economic growth and low inflation in the USA, providing a voracious appetite in the global environment for risky investments. Causes of the 2008 crisis An important aspect to consider when it comes to the economic crisis of 2008, the biggest in…
Canadian Economy
The Canada has important economic development, occupying the 10th place among the largest world economies and continuous pace of growth in recent years. Canadian Agriculture Canada’s arable land is very limited given the conditions of the natural environment, with a cold and polar climate that makes these activities impossible. Thus, only 7% of the territory…
United States Economy
Since the beginning of the twentieth century, the United States has ranked first among the largest economies in the world. With a GDP of around 18 billion dollars, it is well above the second place, China, with a GDP of around 11 billion. Economic hegemony Several factors contributed to the success of the US economy…
Russian Economy
After the end of the Soviet Union , Russia began a transition from the planned to the market economy. During this process, in the 1990s, it entered a deep economic crisis, with a fall of almost 10% of its GDP and an increase in poverty and unemployment. However, as of the 2000s, Russia’s economy started…
Europe’s Economy
Despite being the continent with the greatest economic development, Europe has failed to eliminate inequalities between countries and regions. When analyzing the primary sector, especially agriculture, the disparities in technology, productivity and production between the highly developed western region and the more traditional southern and eastern regions (less modernized) are evident. See Europe’s economy by…
Brazil in Antarctica
With a view to the Antarctic Treaty, Brazil, later, became part of the scientific community established on the continent. In 1982, the first Brazilian scientific expedition reached the continent, composed of two vessels: the polar ship “Barão de Teffé” and the oceanographic ship “Professor Wladimir Besnard”, and a few dozen scientists. The Comandante Ferraz Base…
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Mallorca
Discover the most beautiful corners of the island and find out where in Mallorca you can best lie undisturbed in the sun or immerse yourself in the turquoise blue water? You can find out all of this in my beach guide to your favorite island! Where are the most beautiful bays and which beaches are…
Antarctica
The Antarctic continent extends over 14 million km 2 and is located in the southernmost portion of the planet, bordered by the Antarctic Circle , south of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. During the winter, plus a large ice floe, the Antarctic continent doubles its length, reaching 30 million km 2 . In Antarctica…
Decolonization of Southeast Asia
In 1900, 57% of Asian space was under European domination. The decolonization process took off only after the Second World War. During World War II, Japan occupied several European and North American colonies in Asia, such as the Philippines (BUA), Malaysia (England), Vietnam (France), Indonesia (Netherlands) etc., which accelerated the emergence of nationalist movements ,…
Asia’s Monsoon Economic Framework
Agriculture Agriculture is the main economic activity in Monsoon Asia, but its incomes are generally very low, and are basically intended for subsistence. The techniques adopted are delayed, the use of fertilizers is very low, with fertilizer imports from some countries, such as India. According to Intershippingrates, in Indochina, the Philippines , Malaysia , Indonesia…
Human Picture of Monsoon Asia
Religion In 1947, with the withdrawal of the British from the Indian Union, it was divided into several political units, depending on their religious diversity, namely India – where Hinduism or Brahminism predominates ; Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka (Ceylon) – where Buddhism predominates ; Pakistan and Bangladesh – where Islamism predominates. In 1971, East…
Monsoon Asia
Check out the characteristics and natural, economic and human picture of Monsoon Asia. 1. General characteristics Monsoon Asia is a region bathed by two oceans: the Indian and the Pacific. In the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea or the Oman Sea stands out, between the Arabian Peninsula and the Decan Peninsula, in addition to the…
Europe’s Climate
As it presents most of its territorial areas in mid-latitudes, Europe has its own temperate temperatures and rainfall, with well-defined seasons, mild temperatures and rainfall interspersed with snowfall. In the extreme north and in areas of high altitudes, the lower temperatures make human occupation difficult, but do not make it completely unfeasible. Factors that influence…
Europe Guide
CLIMATE AND ECOSYSTEMS Europe, Russia and Central Asia are found in the Northern Hemisphere, between the temperate and cold zones, being north of the Tropic of Cancer. This immense area has great climatic and ecological diversity, as there is a significant variation in temperature and uneven distribution of rain, resulting in various types of soil…
Before the trip to Jamaica
Passport and Visa Nordic citizens do not need a visa to travel to Jamaica. Check that your passport is valid until the day after the return journey. The passport must not be cracked or broken. Vaccinations and health Make sure you have good comprehensive travel insurance that applies to your trip to Jamaica. See what…
European Continent
Starting point of the Industrial Revolution and the modern era, Europe remains a continent of great contrasts, where there is prosperity and democracy, but also poverty, ethnic conflicts and dictatorships. Their nations are usually divided into Western Europe , which brings together developed or growing ones, in which democratic institutions are consolidated – in the…
Rome City
Rome, city and capital of both Italy and the Lazio region and the province of Rome, is crossed by the Tiber River, in the central part of the country, close to the Tyrrhenian Sea. The Vatican State is located on Roman municipal soil, although it has been an independent state since 1929. Rome’s economy is…