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 …

The beautiful city of Granada in Nicaragua is one of the oldest cities in the Americas and is well known for its lovingly restored Colonial architecture. The city was settled in 1524 by the Spanish and still has many of the original buildings reflecting its rich Spanish history. When you are visiting Nicaragua, you must not miss the chance to visit this city. Granada is located on Lake Nicaragua and only 70 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean. Endearingly, it is known as “Gran Sultana del Gran Lago” …