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Re: From Ometepe to Leon?

by applejuice39 31 May 2012

I recently went from Ometepe to Léon. I got on the ferry from Ometepe at some time between 7 and 8 a.m., and I was in the centre of Léon…
RE: Nicaragua logistics-Managua to Costa Rica

by gypsytoes 30 May 2012

I agree with etcap...get out of Managua as soon as you can. It is a dysfunctional, crime infested city. You can book online reservations…
Re: Itinerary advice (CR, Nicaragua, Panama)

by outanamez 29 May 2012

+No need to stay in Masaya, stay in Granada, or even Rivas if need be.+ Good to know. We just picked Masaya for something different.…
RE: Itinerary advice (CR, Nicaragua, Panama)

by SoloHobo 29 May 2012

No need to stay in Masaya, stay in Granada, or even Rivas if need be. I was thinking, you may want to take Tica Bus from San Jose to…
Re: Itinerary advice (CR, Nicaragua, Panama)

by outanamez 29 May 2012

Thanks so much for your suggestions! +Alajuela, CR (2 night) Why, no need to spend anytime in or around here or San Jose+ A place afte…
RE: Two day side trip between Liberia and San Jose

by CRConcierge 25 May 2012

I'd head up to Granada/Masaya if you're going north. Granada's a beautiful city and the Masaya market is pretty cool with lots of good…
Re: safety in nicaragua

by elsie44 24 May 2012

Here are some taxis I have used. I travel to Nicaragua every winter for 2-3 months, often alone. Just use precautions . There is some…
RE: One week in Nicaragua

by globaler 22 May 2012

There are shuttles running between Granada, Leon and SJDS. Also public minibuses (leave when full) between Granada and Leon with a change…
Re: Granava vs Leon

by esperanzas 20 May 2012

The big question is "what are you looking for?" I ask because if you are looking for a clean, manicured, and Disneyland tourism, forgive…
RE: La Mariposa Spanish School & Eco Hotel, experiences?

by SoloHobo 06 May 2012

I would think if you are 22, Masaya location would be a very dull place if you looking for other like minded types. What about San Juan…
RE: La Mariposa Spanish School & Eco Hotel, experiences?

by globaler 03 May 2012

Once spend some days in Masaya to visit the market, Laguna Apoyo and Volcan Mombaso but didn"t see much other travellers. Seems like they…
La Mariposa Spanish School & Eco Hotel, experiences?

by Lola89 03 May 2012

Hello all, In October 2012 I'm travelling to Nicaragua (and Costa Rica and Panama). I found this Spanish School and hotel: La Mariposa…
Central America for 3 months with children

by tamita89 27 April 2012

Saludos, I am planning to spend about 3 months in Central America with my 2 children (ages 7 & 11) begining in January. (I know it's…
Central America for 3 months with children

by tamita89 27 April 2012

Saludos, I am planning to spend about 3 months in Central America with my 2 children (ages 7 & 11) begining in January. (I know it's…
RE: Fun things to do with 2 TEEN boys? (Oh my!)

by irishtexasaggie 03 April 2012

You are very lucky to get a month with your family in such a beautiful country. Is this your family's first time traveling abroad like…
Re: Suggestions on Itinerary

by betyebottomdollar 29 March 2012

Whaaaat? No no no no no no... Cancel all of that. The Maypole festival is May 26th in Bluefields. It is the biggest party on the coast…
RE: Suggestions on Itinerary

by irishtexasaggie 29 March 2012

1. It's proabably not worth flying out to the Corn Islands unless you are going to stay for at least three nights. What time is your…
RE: Where does one sleep in Managua's airport?

by 2368 26 February 2012

I flew Spirit to Managua about three years ago. Spent a few hours waiting for daylight. There were about eight or ten other people doing…
RE: Managua or Granada and Transportation Logistics

by otta86 19 February 2012

Agree with #1. There are companies (like Paxeos) which you can order and will take you to Granada from the airport for ca. $18 per person,…
Managua or Granada and Transportation Logistics

by xstaticnyc 19 February 2012

Hi everyone! My husband and I are looking to go to Nicaragua for a one week vacation in April. We will fly into Managua. Do you suggest…
RE: Malaria

by etcap 10 February 2012

I agree in principle, globaler. But as you know, in most countries, physicians haven't got the slightest clue about malaria on the other…
Volunteer positions (for free!)

by clkelly 19 January 2012

Hi Everyone! I know a lot of travelers in Central America are always looking for places to volunteer and take a break from being on the…
Re: Trip Report

by auldreekier 16 January 2012

They were a tour company called Tierra Tours on the main bars and restaurants strip in Granada. Speaking to other travellers they defintite…
Re: Ometepe - Volcan Concepcion - Bad Guide!!!

by chrussellvt 11 January 2012

Solohobo - in fact, yes, you are right.... I do not currently live in Nicaragua. I studied here for 6 months, was an international election…
RE: surf, yoga, exploration

by SoloHobo 08 January 2012

I am not sure from where via bus, but would imagine Managua for sure, maybe catch it via a bus from Masaya at turn off in Tipatapa, and…