Where, you may ask? If you’ve heard of Nicaragua, chances are you’ll have heard of the Corn Islands. Situated 50 miles off the coast, Nicaragua’s Corn Islands are two Caribbean islands that are rustic, yet charming. They're a world away from the colourful colonial cities of Leon and Grenada on the mainland. Big Corn Island Just a short flight from Nicaragua's capital of … [Read more...] about The Corn Islands in Nicaragua
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Climbing Volcanoes in Nicaragua: A Brief Guide to 4 Popular Hikes
Who says adventure can only be found in Costa Rica? Climbing volcanoes in Nicaragua might not be in many Central American itineraries, but it should be. Not only is CR’s neighbor cheaper, but it's also less crowded: two main ingredients for a successful backpacking trip. Whether you are new to hiking or a seasoned trekker, there’s a Nicaraguan volcano and trail for … [Read more...] about Climbing Volcanoes in Nicaragua: A Brief Guide to 4 Popular Hikes
Nicaraguan Food: Typical and Traditional Cuisine
Editor's Note: The following is a guest post by Maria Laborde. [L]ike in many Latin American countries, Nicaraguan food goes back as far as pre-Columbian times, being transformed and influenced post the Spanish Conquista. This is evident not only in the name of some of its dishes, but also the ingredients and spices used in them. Most of the traditional Nicaragua menu … [Read more...] about Nicaraguan Food: Typical and Traditional Cuisine
Nicaragua Travel Tips: Notes from the Road
My final destination for the 2014 Central America trip was Nicaragua. After moving quickly through Guatemala, rushing El Salvador and almost going broke on the island of Roatan in Honduras, I was left with three weeks to explore Nicaragua. It was the most time of any country on the trip. I'd heard "Nicaragua is the next Costa Rica" for a while. Cheaper, with … [Read more...] about Nicaragua Travel Tips: Notes from the Road
Why Nicaragua Is the Next Costa Rica (and How to Take Advantage Of It)
Times are changing. Fast. Nicaragua – once a political hotbed deemed unsafe for travelers – has opened up in a big way. So big that travelers and ex-pats are moving here in record numbers (Nicaragua greeted over one million visitors for the first time in 2010, which brought over US$360 million to the country). But that’s just the beginning. Mention Nicaragua to most … [Read more...] about Why Nicaragua Is the Next Costa Rica (and How to Take Advantage Of It)
