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Where is St. Maarten?

While small in size - the island is 13 kilometers wide and 15 kilometers long and only about 88 square kilometers in area - it is home to two countries. St. Maarten or Sint Maarten also refers to the southern half of the island, a small country within the Dutch kingdom.

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Which is the largest natural harbor in the world?

Over 11 miles long and covering an area 21 square miles in size, Sydney Harbour, in Sydney, Australia, is also called Port Jackson. The harbor is home to several islands, many of historical significance. It also houses a large variety of fish — totaling over 580 species. The harbor's large volume, approximately 500 gigalitres, is the base of the Sydharb, an official Australian unit of volume.

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What are some common postal codes in Victoria, BC?

With nearly a million unique postal codes across Canada's 10 provinces, each major city is assigned upwards of 100 distinct postal codes, and hundreds of thousands of postal codes are assigned to rural areas based on geographic region.\nWhen looking for a postal code for a particular mailing address or municipality, online resources are the quickest and most reliable source of information. The Canada Post and various third-party organizations provide easily searchable postal code manifests on their websites. Many of these services provide mapping systems that represent the various postal ..

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What are some fun facts about Egypt?

The country is home to the Nile River, the longest river in the world and one of the few rivers that flow north. The Nile is prone to flooding, therefore, Egypt is home to one of the largest dams in the world, the Aswan High Dam. Yet, even with the Nile, Egypt is one of the most arid countries in the world as it receives only about one inch of rain each year.\n\nEgypt is the home of the world's first 365-day calendar divided into 12 months. The ancient Egyptians adopted this calendar as a way of predicting and tracking when the Nile flooded. The culture also invented the first clocks. The..

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Are there many fault lines in Georgia?

The Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia are evidence that in its distant past, the area was at the border of two tectonic plates. That is no longer true, and seismic activity in the state is infrequent. When earthquakes do occur in Georgia, they are typically the result of activity on a distant fault. The energy is transferred long distances through the interior of the tectonic plate. A series of this type of earthquake occurred in Georgia in 1811 and 1812. The epicenters of these quakes were several hundred miles away in Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee.

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Which hotels offer weekly rates?

The chains that specialize in weekly stays are usually mid-scale to upscale properties catering mostly to business travelers. Chains that have locations in cities throughout the United States include Extended Stay, Staybridge, Residence Inn by Marriott, Hawthorne Suites by Wyndham and Candlewood Suites. Some similar chains that currently are more regional are Hyatt House, Grandstay Residential Suites and TowneHouse Suites.\n\nThere are some economy chains that specialize in weekly stays scattered throughout the U.S. These include Studio 6, Value Place, InTown Suites, Suburban and Crossland. In..

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What is the elevation level of Santa Fe, New Mexico?

Santa Fe is a high-altitude city with a semi-arid climate characterized by chilly winters and very warm summers. The city's tourism bureau advises that Santa Fe's high altitude means air is rarefied; adjusting to it usually takes about 48 hours. It recommends staying hydrated and watching alcohol intake carefully to avoid illness.\nThe nearby ski area, Ski Santa Fe, is located 16 miles north of the city. Boasting a base area elevation of 10,350 feet, Ski Santa Fe is among the highest ski areas in the continental United States.

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What do reviews say about Bluegreen timeshares?

While ConsumerAffairs.com gives a low average score, there are some positive reviews of Bluegreen timeshares. Customers like the way the points system is set up, and they like the flexibility of choosing weeks and locations for their vacations. Customers who left positive reviews also state that they have no issues with bookings as long as they book far enough in advance.

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What is the largest city near The Villages in Florida?

The Villages also sits within an hour drive of popular Florida tourist attractions, such as Disney World and Sea World.\nThe Villages features single family homes, patio homes and cottage homes. The retirement community also operates an on-site activity center, shopping options, dining options, a golf course and medical services inside its gates.

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How do you earn Marriott Rewards points?

The Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card credits customers with 5 points for each dollar spent at any Marriott location and 2 points for each dollar spent on hospitality and tourist expenses, including restaurants, rental cars and airline tickets when purchased directly from the airline. One Marriott Rewards point is credited for each dollar spent on any other type of purchase. Marriott Rewards Business Credit Cards have the same reward scheme, except that 2 points are also credited to customers for every dollar spent on business-related expenses, such as office supplies, Internet connections ..

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