Despite the fact that Nicaragua has the lowest crime rate in Central America — lower in fact than the United States — as a “wealthy” foreigner you may be considered a potential target by thieves. Below are a few simple tips that will help you stay safe while vacationing, traveling …
The process of securing a post office box in San Juan del Sur was super quick and easy. With a photocopy of my passport in hand I made my way to our local post office. After completing a simple form I handed over the copy of my passport and C$240 …
We handed over our passports to the officer in charge and looked on as he strode with considerable purpose to the small military post and picked up the phone. The soldier left behind to guard us explained his boss was calling the capital to check on our status in the …
Many travellers come to San Juan del Sur in search of a party scene while others look to avoid it all together. The good news is it’s extremely easy to find either. A blog follower recently emailed us with the following question: “Is San Juan del Sur really all about cocaine …
Black and white, hot and cold, day and night. Expat life in Nicaragua is quite opposite to what it once was for us in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. If we were to “paint a picture” it would look something like this… All of our belongings fit into our Hyundai Galloper. When small …
In the two years that we’ve been living in San Juan del Sur we have been lucky enough to find some really great rental homes, but our latest move might be the best yet. When we decided to move from Marsella Valley back into town we realized just how popular San …
