Photo Journalism Friday: A Nicaraguan "Coyote"
Changing dollars on the street with an independent money exchanger – also known as a “coyote” – is common place in Nicaragua. Coyotes can be found at markets, on plazas or close to regular banks. They flash large bricks of cash and typically offer rates comparable to what you can get …
Photo Journalism Friday: A Political Parade
It’s 4 pm on October 31st in San Juan del Sur. Yes, that’s right – it’s Halloween. Local and expat children walk door-to-door to designated businesses collecting candy. Meanwhile truckloads, busloads and carloads of Sandinistas proudly wave their red and black flags in support of Daniel Ortega. The music is loud. …