The Pacific city of Granada is located about 25 miles from Managua and is situated on the banks of Lake Nicaragua and Lake Cocibolca. It is n highly touristic, picturesque colonial city with a growing expat community. Aside from the city's many important historic sites, the city of Granada makes an excellent base from which to explore the many ecological an… read more
The beach community of Poneloya, located in the town of Leon, Nicaragua, boasts tranquil waters and beautiful sands that are the inspiration of Nicaraguan poets and songwriters. Enjoy a refreshing swim or partake in some surfing or snorkeling and other water sports. Remember to swim in your appropriate depth for your safety because the waters can be deceivin… read more
Located in Central America, Nicaragua is a tropical paradise where visitors and residents will always find something to do. With local beaches, volcanoes and parks, guests can enjoy numerous outdoor and adventurous activities such as fishing, mountain and volcano climbing, biking, kayaking, horseback riding and much more. While enjoying the many activities i… read more
Tola, Nicaragua, is located between Lake Nicaragua and the Pacific Coast. It is both the name of a city and of a region. The region extends on the Pacific Coast from Brito Beach, located above San Juan del Sur, to Chacocente, where the Olive Ridley turtles lay their egg. This area is just being discovered by tourists and investors. While some amenities… read more
Often a port-of-call on Panama cruises, Corinto Nicaragua--the premier port during the Spanish war--is a petite coastal town in northwest Nicaragua. Located in the Chinandega city district, Corinto hosts one of the largest harbor ports in Central America. With almost no city to muddle the harbor and irritate the life there, Puerto Corinto is an ideal place… read more
Managua is Nicaragua's modern capital city and is the point of entry for most adventure travelers into this Central American country. Managua is on the shore of Lake Managua and is the public transit hub for the country. Whether you ar… read more
Located on the western shores of Nicaragua, Montelimar Beach is an exotic destination complete with tropic vegetation and pristine white-sand beaches. Adjacent to the towns of Masachapa, San Rafael del Sur and Crucero, Montelimar is an… read more
The tiny Pacific coast community of Las Penitas has two main attractions: a wide, sandy beach with good waves for surfing and body boarding; and the Reserva Natural Isla Juan Venado, a mangrove-filled island reserve that's teeming with… read more
Many hotels in Granada, Nicaragua, cater to American travelers. These hotels all feature air conditioning, Internet connectivity, private baths and a bilingual staff and are recommended by American travelers. Most of these hotels boas… read more
Located just outside the capital city of Managua and beside the Sierras de Amerique, Juigalpa is one of Nicaragua's most prosperous agricultural and commercial cities. With a flourishing community and industries, Juigalpa rejuvenates N… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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