http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/ en 2009-06-10T22:17:15+01:00 hourly 6 2009-06-10T22:17:15+01:00 http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/piedra-pintada-museum 2009-06-10T22:17:15+01:00 en Editor Travel The highland town of Somoto in Nicaragua is known for its natural wonders and spectacular beauty. Even though it has the comforts and facilities that most travel destinations are expected to offer, Somoto is looked at as an off-the-beaten-track destination by some. Visitors to the town are often lured here by the picturesque hiking trails through the canyon, just out side of Samoto, relaxing activities such as wandering through the Central Park, known as Parque Zelaya, and magnificent attractions including the “Piedra Pintada” Museum. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/san-jorge 2009-05-15T11:23:19+01:00 en Editor Travel The Rivas department in Nicaragua is known to be one of the most spectacular wildlife regions in the country. Breathtaking landscapes of green hills, mysterious forests and fresh water streams and rivers, create picture postcard memories for all that visit this region. Just a short distance away from the bustling city of Rivas, lays a spectacularly beautiful village by the name of San Jorge. This tiny village is home to approximately a hundred and seventy thousand residents, that carve their existence from the ocean, and visitors who come to relax amidst wonderful sunsets and unmatched natural beauty. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/hertylandia 2009-04-15T14:49:09+01:00 en Editor Features Herty Lewites was a well known politician in Nicaragua, during the Sandinista rule. He was elected as Minister of Tourism, putting him charge of projects to develop Nicaragua. The Montelimar Beach Resort and the Olof Palme Convention Centre were just two of his projects. After his retirement from government, Lewites took on a project that is still enjoyed by locals and visitors to Nicaragua, namely Hertylandia. Today the park has become a venue for families to enjoy a day of laughter and fun, and forget about their everyday lives. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/puerto-diaz 2009-03-18T12:00:21+00:00 en Editor Travel The Chontales region of Nicaragua is vital to the economy of the country, as most of the region is part of the agricultural industry and produces ninety percent of the meat in Nicaragua. Cattle farming is therefore the most dominant industry for locals to make an income, but there are a few coastal cities in the region that rely on the ocean for their livelihood. To discover the beauty of the Chontales region, and to visit a town that is completely off the beaten track, tourists are recommended to take a trip to Puerto Diaz, for a completely unique and fascinating adventure. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/a-great-family-outing-to-estelimar-science-park 2009-02-27T11:58:15+00:00 en Editor Travel It is not often that a person gets to combine education with recreation, yet that is exactly what is possible in Esteli. Just a short drive from the center of town is the Estelimar Science Park where you will find a variety of interesting subjects explained in the most simple and easy-to-understand manner imaginable. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/exploring-the-natural-splendor-of-aguas-agrias 2009-02-20T12:53:04+00:00 en Editor Travel Hiking is a great way to see a country as it gives participants the opportunity to take it slow and really soak in the visual feast around them. Indeed, hiking is definitely one of the better ways to take in the scenery at Aguas Agrias in Nicaragua. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/escape-to-tranquil-el-ostional 2009-02-13T10:05:27+00:00 en Editor Travel Travelers looking for a unique Nicaraguan vacation with a truly local flavor will find that El Ostional is the best place to go. El Ostional is located south of La Flor and, unlike towns like San Juan del Sur or Granada on the other side of the country which is strongly dominated by foreign investment, this great little town manages to ensure that it maintains its distinctly local flair. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/explore-the-pearl-cays-of-nicaragua 2009-02-06T12:06:27+00:00 en Editor Travel Dazzling blue waters, white sandy beaches and lush coastal foliage are all part of the scenery at the Pearl Cays. This stunning group of islands can easily be incorporated into a visit to the town of Pearl Lagoon on Nicaragua’s Caribbean Coastline. The trip will not only be breathtaking and relaxing, but cost-effective too! http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/hidden-gem-of-dipilto 2009-01-28T11:21:58+00:00 en Editor Travel Nicaragua may be largely underdeveloped but it is a beautiful country with many delightful treats for those with discernment and a taste for adventure. You’ll find that even the smallest destinations have something worthwhile on offer. Such is the case with Dipilto, one of the smallest towns in the country. http://www.nicaragua.com/blog/harmonizing-body-and-mind-in-nicaragua 2009-01-21T12:29:31+00:00 en Editor Travel Many yoga enthusiasts will try to convince you that yoga is not a hobby or a pastime – it’s a way of life. Little wonder then, that there is even a yoga retreat in Nicaragua, as people venturing to this lovely little country may not want to give up on their daily rituals while on holiday. In fact, a yoga retreat in Nicaragua is also a great way to shake off the holiday fat and get back in shape if you have left off practicing yoga for a while.