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October 7th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Places to Eat, Nicaragua - Places to Stay | 1 Comment »

Intermezzo del Bosque is the perfect place to have a nice romantic meal while escaping the hustle and bustle of the city of Managua. The tables are located on an outdoor terrace with a great view of the city, being just a couple of kilometers outside the downtown area.

Although they are on the pricey side, with entrees being priced from $6 – $18, the food and the atmosphere are worth it. Some of the best food on the menu includes fresh seafood, steak, and fondue. There is live music and a full bar.

Reservations are accepted and the dress code is dressy casual.

Intermezzo del Bosque also has a number of small cabanas for rent. Read more

Trusted Taxi Driver in Managua

September 26th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Recently a friend of mine suggested I put up a trusted taxi driver that she always uses when in Managua. His name is Michael, “Miguelito” Peters, and he is an accounting student. She raves about him: prompt and professional service, good rate, good assistance, and an all around good kid. (He even has a card to PriceMart and will let you use it for your shopping needs!)

He speaks fluent English and charges only 5 dollars an hour for hourly service. His rates to other locations are reasonable as well. Tell him you heard about him from the Nicaragua Gringo who was sent referred by his friends in Corn Island. (They promised to make him famous through the Read more

Handling Money in Nicaragua

September 23rd, 2008 | Nicaragua - Travel Tips | No Comments »

In the touristy areas of Nicaragua, you can almost always pay in dollars. That being said, you will probably get ripped off by an unfair exchange rate, or you may find yourself stuck in a place that only takes córdobas, the Nicaraguan unit of money. It is always best to change your money upon arrival into the country, at a reputable money change house or a bank. (Remember to bring ID)

Don’t change money at the airport. They usually do not give the best rate, and the lines are long. Taxis from the airport to your hotel always take dollars, and from there you can check at the front desk where the best place to change money is. Read more

Horchata de Arroz – Nicaraguan Style

September 19th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Culture, Nicaragua - Gringo Favorite | No Comments »

One of my favorite things about traveling to Nicaragua is enjoying “la comida Nica,” as Nicaraguans call their local cuisine. I remember the first time I was given Horchata de Arroz, I thanked my host for the drink and looked into the cup, wondering just what it was. He must have been reading my mind, because it was at that moment that he told me it was a sweet rice drink. I mustered a weak smile. A drink… made out of rice?!?! I didn’t expect it to be bad, but I didn’t expect it to be as good as it was! Since that day, I am always on the lookout for Horchata de Arroz, although I still don’t think Read more

Shipping Personal Items to Nicaragua

September 11th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Business, Nicaragua - Relocation, Nicaragua - Travel Tips | 1 Comment »

Puerto Limon Agency receives a lot of praise from foreigners living in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama for being a reliable service customs broker and shipping company. The agency has been handling large shipments from North America and Europe for over 40 years, and has a long record of quality service.

The staff at Puerto Limon speaks English and Spanish and is very helpful. They pick up your belongings from your home no matter where it is, and deliver right to your doorway. You don’t have to worry about dealing with local customs and regulations; Puerto Limon takes care of all of that. Although they are based in Costa Rica, they also deliver to Panama and Nicaragua. Read more

Japanese Food in Managua

September 9th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Gringo Favorite, Nicaragua - Places to Eat | No Comments »

Scampi Japanese Fusion, one of the latest additions to the extensive listing of restaurants in Managua, offers a hip ambience and serves delicious Japanese food at reasonable prices. What more could you ask for?

The menu is fairly extensive and an actual chef from Japan lends to the restaurants credibility. The place is pretty spacious, with 3 bars, a sushi bar, a concert hall for live bands and dancing, a piano area with patio dining, and private rooms for smaller groups and functions.

The also roll fresh cigars, but those cost about $20 for one hand-rolled cigar.

Scampi Japanese Fusion is located at Los Roble, Zona Hipos, Marea Alta 75 vrs. Managua

Tel: (505) 270-6019

Connect with Nicaraguans Online

September 2nd, 2008 | Nicaragua - Culture, Nicaragua - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Hannah, a friend of the Nicaragua Gringo, has developed this site: Intercambio Central America. Here is what she has to say about it:

Hi, I am from the UK, traveling in Central America, and have created a new free website to help anyone living in or visiting Nicaragua learn Spanish and make friends.
Intercambio Central America is a social networking site that connects people of different languages in Nicaragua to help them find language exchange partners for conversation practice in their area.
This is a fun, free way to improve foreign language skills, make new friends and contacts, and integrate into the country, while
helping local people with their English, or whatever language Read more

Spanish Language School in Granada

August 30th, 2008 | Nicaragua - Business, Nicaragua - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Ave Nicaragüita is a Spanish language school that is dedicated to not only teaching its students how to say things like, “Quiro Flor de Caña, por favor,” but also sharing with them the best of Nicaraguan culture and hospitality. The school is family owned, established and respected.

The school is located in Granada, and has two centers that in addition to offering classes also facilitate other services such as volunteering opportunities, community projects and extensive Spanish practice in a variety of settings.

For more information call (505) 552 8538 or click here to visit the Ave Nicaragüita website.

The Nica Times – Your Source for English News in Nicaragua

August 25th, 2008 | Nicaragua - News | No Comments »

The Tico Times had such success with their English speaking paper aimed at Costa Rica, they decided to expand, and The Nica Times was born. The Nica Times covers news in Nicaragua for English speakers, with a special focus given to the paper’s foreign readership. This high quality paper reflects the legacy and the standard of the Tico Times, which was the first English newspaper in Central America.

The Nica Times focuses on what is making headlines in Nicaragua, as well as business and real estate, arts, travel and fishing and more.

To read a copy of the online version of The Nica Times click here.

Getting Your Residency in Nicaragua

August 21st, 2008 | Nicaragua - Relocation | No Comments »

If you plan on staying in Nicaragua just a short time, there is no need to think about residency. If you are making a permanent move however, you may want to try and get your residency in order to avoid excesses fees and issues of legality.

There are three possible statuses attainable for those not born in Nicaragua: temporary resident, permanent resident and citizen. A temporary resident gets a cédula, which is the standard Nicaraguan ID card that must be renewed yearly. A permanent resident gets the same cédula, but only has to renew every five years. A citizen receives both a cédula and passport.

The requirements for residency depend on the reason for residency; whether you Read more