Nicaragua Travel Guide

Lonely Planet Nicaragua is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Kayak through Central America's largest mangrove forest, experience life on a coffee farm, or chill out on idyllic white-sand beaches -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Nicaragua and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Nicaragua: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, architecture, land & wildlife, arts, cuisineCovers Managua, Masaya, Los Pueblos Blancos, Granada, Southwestern Nicaragua, Leon, Northwestern Nicaragua, Northern Highlands, Caribbean Coast, San Carlos, Islas Solentiname, San Juan and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Nicaragua, our most comprehensive guide to Nicaragua, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

The Rough Guide Snapshot to Nicaragua is the ultimate budget guide to Nicaragua. It leads you through the country with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the top sights and attractions, from Granada to Little Corn, alongside cash-saving tips and suggestions for when you feel like treating yourself. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for just a few days or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around the region, including transport, costs, health, entry requirements and money, plus a handy itineraries section. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget. Now available in ePub format.

Lushly evocative of Nicaragua, its tumultuous history, and vibrant present, Eleni N. Gage's The Ladies of Managua brings you into the lives of three strong and magnetic women, as they uncover the ramifications of the choices they made in their pasts and begin to understand the ways in which love can shape their futures. When Maria Vazquez returns to Nicaragua for her beloved grandfather's funeral, she brings with her a mysterious package from her grandmother's past—and a secret of her own. And she also carries the burden of her tense relationship with her mother Ninexin, once a storied revolutionary, now a tireless government employee. Between Maria and Ninexin lies a chasm created by the death of Maria's father, who was killed during the revolution when Maria was an infant, leaving her to be raised by her grandmother Isabela as Ninexin worked to build the new Nicaragua. As Ninexin tries to reach her daughter, and Maria wrestles with her expectations for her romance with an older man, Isabela, the mourning widow, is lost in memories of attending boarding school in 1950's New Orleans, where she loved and lost almost sixty years ago. When the three women come together to bid farewell to the man who anchored their family, they are forced to confront their complicated, passionate relationships with each other and with their country—and to reveal the secrets that each of them have worked to conceal.

This June 2010 version is the most up-to-date travel guide to Nicaragua available anywhere. With this guide you can: - Surf hidden breaks uncovered by local surfers - Summit active volcanoes, zipline over lush rainforest, sit and sip at one of the country's many organic coffee farms, or hang your hammock in a remote Caribbean village - Float through the pristine rain forest that lines the Rio San Juan, tracing the Costa Rican border from Lake Nicaragua to the Caribbean Sea. - Navigate the border crossings with Costa Rica and get around Nicaragua by bus, boat and puddle jumper airplane - Understand the Nicaraguan people and how you can help them live a better life by traveling responsibly - Stay a while volunteering or studying Spanish in Granada, Ometepe, San Juan del Sur or Leon Why settle for an outdated guidebook? The V!VA community of on-the-ground travel writers, local experts and travelers like you are continuously updating and improving this guide at vivatravelguides.com. Join them, and together we'll make the best guidebook to Nicaragua even better.

Welcome to the vibrant land of Nicaragua, where awe-inspiring landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and thrilling adventures await. In this comprehensive travel guide, embark on an unforgettable journey through this Central American gem and uncover the hidden gems that make Nicaragua a true paradise for explorers. Immerse yourself in the colonial charm of Granada and Leon, where cobblestone streets lead to beautifully preserved architectural marvels. Traverse the wild jungles of the Rio San Juan, home to exotic wildlife and mysterious ruins. Witness the raw power of nature as you hike up volcanoes, such as the iconic Cerro Negro, and feel the exhilaration of sandboarding down its black slopes. Indulge in the laid-back beach vibes of San Juan del Sur, where surfers chase the perfect wave and stunning sunsets paint the sky with vibrant hues. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Corn Islands and swim among colorful coral reefs teeming with marine life. Explore the pristine beauty of Ometepe Island, where twin volcanoes rise majestically from Lake Nicaragua. Immerse yourself in the warm embrace of Nicaraguan culture, from lively festivals celebrating traditional music and dance to savoring mouthwatering cuisine bursting with flavors. Engage with friendly locals, learn Spanish phrases, and delve into community engagement initiatives that allow you to leave a positive impact. With practical tips, insider recommendations, and captivating anecdotes, this Nicaragua travel guide is your passport to an extraordinary adventure. Get ready to fall in love with the soul-stirring landscapes, vibrant culture, and genuine hospitality that define Nicaragua, a destination where every moment is a captivating discovery.

The definitive guide to these gorgeous and dramatic sites. Relax on broad Pacific beaches surrounding the surf town of San Juan del Sur. Dine amidst Spanish Colonial Granada’s elegant architecture. Explore dramatic Ometepe Island. This comprehensive guide covers it all, from nightlife in sultry Managua, Nicaragua’s underrated capital, to national parks protecting pristine crater lakes, fuming volcanoes, cool cloud forests, and sea turtle nesting grounds.

The Rough Guide Snapshot to Nicaragua is the ultimate budget guide to Nicaragua. It leads you through the country with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the top sights and attractions, from the best surfing and hiking (and even volcano-boarding) to the most beautiful colonial architecture, alongside cash-saving tips and suggestions for when you feel like treating yourself. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for just a few days or lingering a little longer. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Nicaragua covers all the major towns and cities such as Managua, León (and León Viejo), Chinandega, Estelí, Matagalpa, Masaya and San Juan del Sur, as well as the best of Nicaragua's many natural attractions, sleepy villages and coastal hangouts--Miraflor nature reserve, Parque Nacional Volcán Masaya, Lago de Nicaragua (including Isla de Ometepe and the Solentiname archipelago), Río San Juan, the Pearl Lagoon, the Corn Islands. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Nicaragua, including transport, costs, health, culture and security. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Nicaragua is equivalent to 87 printed pages.