Making the Move to Nicaragua: 6 Items to Pack in Your Suitcase
“What should I pack in my suitcase?” is a question we often get asked by soon-to-be Nicaraguan expats. With some extra legwork and a willingness to pay premium prices you can almost always get what you need here. In the capital city of Managua you’ll find a Pricesmart, which is very similar …
YOU ASKED, WE ANSWERED: Can a foreigner who doesn’t have residency open a bank account in Nicaragua?
For no particular reason, other than being able to share our experience with you, we recently opened a bank account here in Nicaragua. Although relatively straightforward the process to do so was a little long and drawn out. With a smile on my face, a pocketful of patience and the …
What I Ate Today: Satay Fish with Coconut & Peanut Sauce
With so many great dishes to choose from at El Bocaditos I had a hard time narrowing down my decision of what to order for lunch today. But in end it was the satay sail fish with coconut and peanut sauce (satay pez vela con coco y salsa de mani) that won …
El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead)
Vehicles are parked on both sides of the street as far as I can see. I find a clearing and pull off onto the side of the road to park the truck. Two young girls walk past hand in hand with their grandma. Each carries a bouquet of bright red flowers. As …