On Tuesday, I turned 30. I celebrated my birthday on the road through Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. As I’ve been spending a lot of time on buses staring out the window at the East African savanna, I’ve been reflecting on my first 30 years of travel. So I put together this list of […]
Tag Archives: Nicaragua
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Jun
Jun
Imagine speeding down a mountain at 55 km/hour. No, you’re not in a car or on a motorbike — you’re sliding on a wooden sled down a near-vertical mountain face. Ash and stones kick up all around you. You have only your feet to steer with. In short, it’s a hell of an adventure. This […]
Granada makes a great alternative to Managua for new arrivals in Nicaragua — or for your last night of the trip. It’s close enough to head straight to or from the airport directly. It’s low-key and relatively safe. And there’s more to do here than in the capital city. Still, you don’t need long here. […]
One of my least-favorite things about short-term travel is how inflexible it makes you. If you’re on a long trip, it’s no big deal to spend an extra night stuck somewhere. But on a two-week holiday, it can be really stressful. So I am none too happy about spending my day today on the ferry […]
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Feb
Feb
Isla de Ometepe is a twin-volcanic island in the middle of Lake Nicaragua. It’s one of the most awe-inspiring places on the planet and a can’t miss destination while you’re backpacking Nicaragua. Some of the best things to do on Ometepe include swaying in a beachside hammock, hiking through the jungle, or munching on incredibly […]
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Feb
Feb
On the border between Honduras and Nicaragua is one of Central America’s great adventures — Somoto Canyon. Travelers have been trickling in for the last 20 years to climb, swim, and hike in the area. Visiting Somoto Canyon is a must-do on your Nicaragua trip. A visit to Somoto Canyon involves a short hike […]
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Feb
Feb
Nicaragua’s beach and surf scene are famous throughout the Americas. Backpackers in search of a Nicaragua surf trip flock to San Juan del Sur by the thousands. They’ve turned the coastline into true gringolandia. But there is a quieter — and more authentic — alternative. Right near the border with El Salvador, the small town of […]
