Having to leave the country every three months can really start to get old. Most of us just want to relax and enjoy Nicaragua without having to worry about planning our next visa renewal trip. The answer is simple, become a resident.
You can hire a lawyer to do everything for you and all you have to do is sign the checks, right? Sure but those checks can get pretty steep. The most cost effective approach is to do it yourself. Dealing with the government yourself can be a real pain in the neck, believe me I know, but it’s not very hard.
When applying as a retiree you will need the following documents:
Residency application form obtained from
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Using public transportation can be our biggest fear when in a country like Nicaragua. We don’t know what to expect, we ask ourselves-will it be safe? How will I know where to get off? Will I get on the right bus? The public transportation experience can be riddled with anxiety. Here’s some information about your options and some tips to make the whole thing easier.
• Buses. You’ll see different kinds of buses on the road. Nice, comfortable coach buses are usually only for travel from one border to another or from Managua to either border. These buses only make predetermined stops so they cannot be used for short distance travel. Most regular buses in Nicaragua are old retired school Read more
In 2009 the World Travel Awards recognized Hotel Barcelo Montelimar as Nicaragua’s Leading Hotel. Beating contenders like the Hilton Princess Managua and the five-time winner Real InterContinental Metrocentro Managua, Hotel Barcelo Montelimar really proved its worth as a world-class resort.
Thousands of guest flock to this resort every year to indulge in the all inclusive Montelimar experience. Located on the beach, the view is spectacular. It’s location is also convenient since it’s only 40 miles from the capital Managua and also close to other popular tourist destinations.
Bungalows and cabins are perfect for family fun or couples seeking a romantic getaway. There are also luxury rooms in the four-story building and a terrace with hammocks available to all Read more
A great vacation starts with a great hotel, but finding a great hotel in an awesome place, at the right price for you can be quite a challenge. So whatever your style is, here’s two very unique hotels that are sure to please.
The town of Granada sits on the Lake of Nicaragua, also known as Cocibolca Lake. It is a colonial town where the streets are filled with beautiful colonial homes in all colors , shapes and sizes. In Granada on La Calzada road less than a kilometer from the lake, sits a grand colonial home that has been transformed into the breathtaking Hotel Dario. The hotel is equipped with A/C, a pool, jacuzzi, Read more
To enter Nicaragua as a tourist, all you need to do is purchase a $5 tourist card upon arrival. Technically your passport also needs to be valid for the length of your stay in Nicaragua, not the six months that it does with most other countries. You also must have proof of travel onward, either back to your country of origin or to another country, and evidence of sufficient funds to support yourself while you are in Nicaragua. The funds aren’t exactly something you can prove at the airport, so they don’t particularly check for it, but you should make sure you have a ticket of travel onward, even if you plan on renewing Read more
After you’ve spent a sufficient amount of time admiring Mombacho Volcano from the islets, it’s time to get a closer view. Hiking up the volcano.
Technically Mombacho is a dormant volcano, and it is has 4 craters, with a summit of approximately 1200 meters. One of the neatest things about the summit is that due to the height and location of volcano, the resulting environment is a cloud forest.
Cloud forests are generally tropical or subtropical evergreen-moist mountain top forests with a high incidences of low-level cloud cover. Because of the moisture and make-up of the forest, they are often covered with moss, both on the ground and on the vegetation.
For some beautiful adventure and action packed travel in Nicaragua, head to the islets of Granada. If you are more into relaxing, take a boat, but if you want to get your heart pumping then rent a kayak!
Head down to the Marina Cocibolca, where you can find plenty of rental and tour agencies. At NicarAgua Dulce you can choose between kayaks and electric boats. and go with or without a guide.
Make sure you bring a camera, and hire the guide (they only cost $5 an hour!). They make sure you see all the best sites. With NicarAgua Dulce you have the choice of going to a small private island (Zopango Island in Asese Bay) where you can eat fresh Read more
As the US pinches pennies, it is being felt around the world, however in some areas, tourism is actually increasing! Nicaragua is one of those places, probably because the costs associated with a trip to Nicaragua are less than that of other Central America or Caribbean Island prices. What hurt Nicaragua in the past is now making it one of the more attractive vacation spots.
Take Playa Roca Beach Hotel in Las Penitas, Leon in Northern Nicaragua for example. They have seen a 42% increase in visitors over last year! That is incredible when overall the world is in recession. At Playa Roca you can still get a room on the beach with a view of the ocean for a Read more
The food at Las Nogueras in Managua is known for being some of the best in Central America. The main menu items represent a variety of international cuisine with a Spanish style influence. The atmosphere is great, especially on the outdoor patio, which is almost always full (call ahead if you like). Even if you get stuck inside the food is worth it.
The service is good as far as the waiters being attentive and accomodating. The only complaint that has registered is that sometimes there are errors on the bill (additional items, a double tip) and so on. Make sure you keep your guard up when it comes to money and dishes. Waiters often recommend the more expensive items, Read more
Once you finally get to Bluefields, whether you choose to take the short trip by plane or the extremely long adventurous trip over water, you will find that getting around once on the island is not difficult.
The primary forms of transportation in Bluefields are buses, mini-buses, and taxis. Taxis are inexpensive and the most comfortable way to travel.
Prices may have gone up since the last time I was there, but the cost for the buses and mini-buses is about 2 cordobas, and the taxi is about 5. That is during the day. At night, after 10 pm, the price of the taxis goes up to 10 cordobas. The buses only run until about 8 pm, but the taxis Read more
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