Puerto Rico, like so many other countries in the Caribbean, is characterized by foreign influences. This is where Spanish and American culture dominate. Magnificent colonial palaces are crowded next to glittering shopping malls. Spanish and American are heard everywhere – but usually in the form of something the Puerto Ricans themselves call “Spanglish”. Underwater life…
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Internship in Singapore
Singapore, also known as “the Lion City”, is one of the most beautiful and greenest cities in the world. The downtown area, which consists of many small districts like Chinatown, Orchard Road and Riverside, offers countless shopping opportunities, monuments, museums and restaurants. English is spoken in business life, so there are no communication problems for…
New Jersey – the Hidden Holiday Gem
New Jersey has a hard time with tourists from Europe. The proximity to visitor magnets such as New York , Washington DC and Philadelphia is a real mortgage for the tourism managers of the “Garden State”, as New Jersey is also often called. On the other hand, this closeness is of course also an opportunity….
Antarctica Information
“Antarctica” means something like “over the Arctic”, whose name can be derived from the constellation of the Arctic (Big Bear, Greek arctos). Location Antarctica is located in the southern hemisphere. The closest land masses are Tierra del Fuego in South America and the islands of Tasmania and New Zealand. Time zone The time difference between…
Beer Opening in The Cook Islands
Unique beer brewing on the Cook Islands to Rarotonga and Aitutaki. Here you will find the most beautiful, paradise-like beaches, fantastic snorkeling, relaxed Pacific atmosphere, friendly people and beautiful hiking tours. Read more here and let yourself be inspired for your dream trip! If you dream of experiencing the South Seas with some of the world’s most…
Glamping and Beach Life in Halkidiki
Stay a few nights in a “bubble tent” with a clear view of the starry sky and then continue to a lovely beach hotel on the Sithonia peninsula in Halkidiki, we include a rental car so you are free to explore the beautiful areas you pass at your own pace. This travel proposal is suitable…
North Vietnam – Mountain Biking & Minorities
On two wheels around northern Vietnam. You enjoy the beautiful landscape and cycle to cozy and charming villages where the minority population lives in the same way as they have for many years. The trip ends with plenty of time on your own in delicious Hanoi. We have put together a proposal for a challenging…
Coiba National Park (World Heritage)
The national park is located on the Pacific coast and comprises the island of Coiba with a further 38 smaller islands and the adjoining marine areas on around 2,700 km². A unique flora and fauna has developed on the islands, which have been separated from the mainland for around 15,000 years, many of which are…
Uzbekistan Arts and Traditions
According to a2zcamerablog, Uzbekistan is a country located in Asia. Like the other republics born after the end of the USSR, life and culture in today’s Uzbekistan are the result of heterogeneous factors: the Soviet matrix must be combined with historical elements (the origins of a people that descends from the intersection of nomads and…
Poland Traditions
Religious celebrations, given the profound Catholicism of the population, are of great importance in Polish social life. At one time different calendars were observed: the Ambrosian and the Julian, which led to the celebration of Christmas, New Year and Epiphany on days different from the canonical ones. Christmas was and still is celebrated by many…
Chicago Theaters and Parks
Opera houses, concert halls, theaters According to aparentingblog, Chicago has a rich theater scene and several opera houses. The most famous ensembles began their work in the 1960s and 1970s. The waves of immigration from different countries enriched the (also linguistic) diversity of the productions. There are numerous stages in the greater Chicago area, but…
Bangkok, Thailand Famous People
Bangkok – capital of Thailand The full name was in the Guinness Book of Records because of its length; it reads in its completeness: Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit – thus consists of 170 letters. In the translation, the…
Auckland Transportation
General Traffic rules According to aparentingblog, New Zealand is driving on the left. Maximum speeds As a matter of principle, in addition to the general speed limits shown, the speed limits indicated by signs must be strictly observed. Urban: In built-up areas there is a speed limit of 50 km / h Country roads: There…
Yemen Travel Warning
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,…
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. Around 2.6 million people live in the conurbation. Denver is exactly one mile above sea level and is therefore also known…
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…