Long term solo travel on a budget.
When I first arrived to the town of San Juan del Sur it didn't seem like anything special, but as soon as I saw the beach, or rather the view from it, it left me speechless. The crescent beach is lined with palm trees, the bay full of calm, cold water and fishing boats, with …
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This gorgeous island dominated by two volcanoes, Volcán Concepción and Volcán Maderas, is one of the most popular backpacker spots in Nicaragua. Wherever you are on the island you're pretty much guaranteed to a spectacular view of the mountains... if the clouds ever clear. To get here from Granada on public transport is simple and …
This gorgeous colonial city has some lovely sights to see in around it, but the best part about it is strolling through the colourful streets, stumbling upon old churches and finding cute little cafes to eat at. Parque Central is, as always, the place to be. It's a bustling park full of little stalls selling …
If you can put up with a heavy pack and a lot of heat then this two day adventure will be worth the pain. It's volcano boarding down the youngest volcano in Nicaragua, camping under a giant sink hole on Volcan El Hoyo, watching the sunrise over Volcan Managua and swimming in Laguna Asososca. We …
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The chilled out vibe and the colonial architecture make León a great place to spend a week. You can explore the pastel coloured churches and eat your heart out at the numerous food markets, you can enjoy the view from the top of the Cathedral, take a day trip to the beach or to one …
