I’ve been searching around for tours to Nicaragua so if you are interested in Nicaragua tours as your first introduction to Nicaragua, it’s a great way to go for the Nicaragua “newbie”.  I only managed to find three Nicaragua tours three from GAP Adventures, the Great Adventure People in the travel agencies.  It would seem that although Nicaragua is ready for tourism, travel companies have not yet jumped on board full force as they have with other destinations.  Even in talking with many people, their questions are, “Is Nicaragua safe?” …

A city you won’t want to miss on your Nicaragua vacation is León.  It is a department (State) in north western Nicaragua.  León itself is the second largest city after the capital of Managua.  The original city of León was discovered by Francisco Hernandes de Cordoba, but after the eruption of the Momotombo Volcano and the flooding from Lake Managua which followed, it was decided to move the city further east next to the town of Subtiava.  Over its history, it has competed with the city of Granada to be …

The Hotel Alhambra is one of my favorite hotels in Granada.  I am reminded that I may be in Spain or Paris, in one of those little cafes overlooking the town square, sipping wine and watching a kaleidoscope of people, the vibrant colors, the music, the warm air, and then suddenly I remember, I am in Granada, Nicaragua, a very special place so few people know.  I could imagine a writer would sit here in times past and write by hand and pen one of those great little novels with …

Before I begin telling you about tourism in Nicaragua, I will be presenting you with some facts about this country, both historical, geographical, and maybe a little political (but not much). It’s good to know something about a country and people you intend to visit. Instead of visiting a country and playing the part of the naïve tourist, you can be more open to a new culture and new things and will return from your holiday more enriched by the experience.
Since 1971, this has been the flag of Nicaragua. …

Nicaragua is located south of Honduras and north of Costa Rica.  You’ll find this map of  Nicaragua handy for your future travel to the country.