Central America

Kayaking the Rio Istian is one of the most popular things to do in Ometepe, Nicaragua

Things to do in Ometepe, Nicaragua

Located in the center of Lake Nicaragua, Ometepe is one of the country’s most famous tourist destinations and offers visitors a quiet island setting for escaping modern living to enjoy the pure surreal beauty of the natural environment.   Formed out of two volcanoes rising from the depths of the lake, Ometepe boasts a myriad […]

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Touring the colonial villa is a popular thing to do in Granada, Nicaragua

Things to do in Granada, Nicaragua

Founded by Francisco Hernández de Córdoba in 1523, Granada is the oldest colonial city in Nicaragua and the third oldest in all of the Americas. Today’s visitors can still explore the city’s historical past through its colourful buildings, towering cathedrals, and numerous landmarks that retell the destination’s colonial heritage.   As such, it is no

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Things to do in Leon, Nicaragua

Things to do in Leon, Nicaragua

Most visitors to Leon, Nicaragua head to the northern city for a particular reason — the opportunity to volcano board the celebrated black sands of Cerro Negro. However, the charming town is worthy of exploration in itself and features several fantastic attractions that embody Nicaragua and Central America as a whole.   Home to some

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Best Time to Visit Nicaragua

Situated in the Tropic of Cancer, Nicaragua boasts warm sunny weather year-round. But, despite this perpetual viability as a travel destination, Nicaragua does feature a very distinct wet and dry season that offers two different sets of experiences. Generally, the best time to visit Nicaragua is during the northern tropics’ dry season, which occurs between November and

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Best Hotels in Nicaragua

Where to Stay in Nicaragua

Nicaragua was the first international destination I ever visited, and it has remained one of my all-time favourite countries ever since. One of the most significant distinctions separating Nicaragua from other Central American destinations is the affordable and diverse accommodation options it offers visitors. As one of the most under-travelled countries in Central America, Nicaragua

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