The Puerto Rican Nationalist Party, founded 17 September 1922, also advocates independence. This party has since held that, by international law, the Spanish had no authority under the Treaty of Paris to cede the island, which was no longer theirs. What percent of Puerto Ricans want independence? Of the fifty-four percent (54.0%) who voted “No” […]

In addition to the MontereyMontereyMonterey (/ˌmɒntəˈreɪ/ ( listen) MON-tə-RAY; Spanish: Monterrey; Ohlone: Aacistak) is a city located in Monterey County on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on the U.S. state of California’s Central Coast. How do I get from San Jose to Monterey without a car? The best way to get from San Jose […]

How and why did Texas attract American settlers? Stephen Austin was given land to offer to them; settlers wanted land for farming and ranching. Why were American settlers attracted to Texas? Anglo-Americans were drawn by inexpensive land and believed annexation of Texas to the United States was likely and would improve the market for the […]

New types of businesses and industries like aerospace, defense and military, and oil moved from the north to the Sun Belt as the region was cheaper and there were fewer labor unions. This added to the Sun Belt’s growth and importance economically. Oil, for example, helped Texas develop economically. Why is everyone moving to the […]

Rhododendron macrophyllumRhododendron macrophyllum, as the official flower of the state of Washington. What flower is Washington known for? Rhododendrons, often referred to as “rhodies” are a common sight in gardens around the Pacific Northwest. As a whole, the genus Rhododendron contains over 1,000 varieties grown all over the world. What is state of Washington known […]

Louisiana has the tallest state capitol building in the United States; the building is 450 feet tall with 34 floors. Louisiana is the only state in the union that does not have counties. Its political subdivisions are called parishes. Louisiana was named in honor of King Louis XIV. What are 5 interesting facts about Louisiana? […]

Rosewood Residences Aquí Me Quedo, meaning “Here I Stay”, is the new, adults-only oasis at Rosewood Mayakoba, where guests may gather, dine and relax in absolute style and comfort, enjoying fresh fare from the vintage, retro-fitted food truck, La Cantina. How safe is Rosewood Mayakoba? Rosewood Mayakoba is located in a private 1,600-acre gated resort […]

Are there buses that go to California? Bus services in California 9 bus companies operate buses to and from California. In total, the state has 172 destinations reachable by bus. For in-state travel, FlixBus US has the most coverage, with 45 routes connecting cities within California. How long is a bus ride to Cali? What […]

San Francisco is only seven miles long by seven miles wide. Due to its small size, it makes it really easy to see a lot in SF in just one day. How far across is San Francisco Bay? 3 to 12 miles San Francisco Bay is 60 miles (97 km) long and 3 to 12 […]

The best time to visit San Francisco is from September to November. Believe it or not, fall offers some of the city’s warmest temperatures year-round, not to mention fewer crowds than summer. Spring is another good time to visit thanks to its mild temperatures and lack of rain (compared to other parts of California). What […]