Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 30, 2012, 12:17 am
There is a bunch of this Hibiscus flower growing near La Reforma, Masaya.  Later, it is harvested and dried and served as a refreshing drink, coveted for it's medicinal value: reduces high blood pressure, is antioxidant and contains no caffeine.  That a...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 29, 2012, 11:47 pm
Check out this awesome picture out on Las Isletas, Granada, Nicaragua. Mirá esta foto asombrosa tomada en Las Isletas, Granada Nicaragua.
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 28, 2012, 10:46 pm
Is that a ghost in Nicaragua?  I saw this running across a field in Caña de Castilla, Nicaragua.  Glad I had the camera rolling.... ¿Es un fantasma en Nicaragua?  Ví a esta corriendo en el campo en Caña de Castilla, Nicaragua.  Que bueno que tenía una cámara....
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 25, 2012, 10:41 pm
I had some excellent bean soup this evening, a Nicaraguan favorite!  Red beans, culantro, onions, green peppers and an egg dropped into the hot soup make up this delicious concoction.  Accompany it with white rice, a tortilla and an ice-cold Pepsi and you are GOOD TO GO! Esta tarde tom...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 25, 2012, 10:40 pm
Here’s another Nicaraguan favorite – shredded beef.  As you can see, it is made with plenty of condiments, including green peppers, onions and a slew of ‘secret sauces’.  Serve it with ripe boiled plantains and white rice and you will have one happy camper!!! He aquí otro favo...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 24, 2012, 10:09 pm

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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 22, 2012, 9:20 pm
  Here is dangerously looking but quite common tree in Nicaragua called Pochote.  It is not 'climber friendly' as you can see from it's impressive thorns. He aquí, de apariencia peligrosa, un arbol bastante común en Nicaragua llamado Pochote.  No ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 20, 2012, 10:51 am
    We had a nice day on Lake Nicaragua (Colcibolca) visiting Las Isletas de Granada.  It was a strangely overcast January day and even rained a couple of times.  However, the hot fish lunch and great views made it well worth whil...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 19, 2012, 11:46 pm
Pizzería Los Ranchitos is another option for pizza and international cuisine that you will have on the island of Ometepe, in Moyogalpa.  The pizza is good and reasonably priced.  The beer is cold...what more could you want? 2 block e...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 17, 2012, 12:10 am
Aquí están los precios de combustible recientes por litro. Here's recent fuel prices per liter.
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 16, 2012, 11:21 pm
I was back at my favorite dentists in Nicaragua - in Granada.  Had a couple fillings re-filled.  As good as ever this team of fine dentists!!!  Click on the bottom two pictures for prices and instructions. Fui de nuevo a visitar a mis dentistas favoritos en Granada, Nicaragua...para c...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 15, 2012, 11:52 pm
Vicente Padilla, originally from Chinandega, Nicaragua, has been pitching here in the 'professional' league in Nicaragua.  His team, the Chinandega Tigers, avoided a sweep yesterday in Granada.  Padilla is out of the country (presumably signing his $1.5 million minor league contract with the Bosto...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 14, 2012, 10:56 pm
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 13, 2012, 11:48 pm

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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 9, 2012, 10:08 pm
Finca Tilgüe (Tilgüe Farm) is better known as Ojo de Agua. It's a wonderful destination on Ometepe, Nicaragua.  It is a crystal clear natural spring swimming hole, located on the Finca Tilgüe (Ti...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 7, 2012, 10:50 pm
It's a 'dog eat dog' world in Caña de Castilla, Granada, Nicaragua.  Believe me, it is.
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jan 7, 2012, 10:22 pm
The only thing this needs is a set of wheels.... Lo único que falta son las ruedas....
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 31, 2011, 12:03 pm
  We spent a couple of days at Casa Marisombra in the Hacienda Iguana Golf & Beach Club in Tola, Nicaragua.  Hacienda Iguana is a gated community with 24-hour security on one of the excellent beach areas that Nicaragua o...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 31, 2011, 12:45 am
We spent the week in Cárdenas, Rivas.  It’s a quaint little fishing town on the south edge of Nicaragua (and Lake Nicaragua – which is the tenth largest lake in the world). There are some really nice views of Ometepe. Interestingly enough, Costa Rica is ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 30, 2011, 9:44 pm
Anyone interested in a television?  In Managua, Nicaragua you can still get a deal on one of these.  Delivery is included! ¿Alguien tiene interés en una televisión?  En Managua, Nicaragua podés todavía conseguir uno de estos.  Entrega a domicilio incluida!!!
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 30, 2011, 8:55 pm
Here we are traveling over a quite narrow bridge in the Tola-Nancimí region of Rivas in Nicaragua. Aquí vamos pasando por un puente angosto en la zona de Tola-Nancimí, Rivas, Nicaragua.
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 20, 2011, 2:15 pm
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 20, 2011, 2:03 pm

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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 18, 2011, 12:12 am

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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 17, 2011, 11:54 pm
This small hotel has three suites and eight habitaciones.  Breakfast and internet are included.  Prices start at $40 per night.  It's not one of the most luxurious places to stay in Granada but is safe, clean and practical.  It is located about 10 blocks from the central park. Este pe...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Oct 9, 2011, 11:24 pm
I saw this piggy bank broken on the side of someone's rural home. I asked around and identified the child who it belonged to. How much was inside? C$50 ($2.50). Probably went to buy some caaaaannnndey!!! Miré este chanchito quebrado al lado de la casa rural de alguien. Pregunté por ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 24, 2011, 1:34 am
Te dejo unos videos tomados del mismo lugar. Here are some quick videos of the same place.
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 24, 2011, 1:21 am
Hay una reserva natural muy bonito ubicado unos 15 km. del pueblo de Ticuantepe, Nicaragua.  Hace falta un vehículo 4x4 para llegar por este camino (los últimos 7 km.) pero vale la pena.  (Otro posible opción es pagar un mototaxi desde Ticuantepe.  Quizá te cueste como C$80 (casi $4 por perso...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 20, 2011, 11:36 pm
The Ticuantepe, Nicaragua area has a new offering in midst of its already large variety of eateries.  Just off the highway between Managua and Masaya, at km. 14, you'll find Da Raquelle, a small Italian restaurant.  Their specialty appears to be pizza, from the looks of the menu.  We opted for pa...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 17, 2011, 7:14 pm
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 16, 2011, 7:00 pm
Photos courtesy of:http://www.panoramio.com/photo/35682213http://www.nicaliving.com/node/4541http://www.lateinamerika.de/?page=/Laender/nicaragua- http://gocentralamerica.about.com/od/nicaraguaguide/ss/PMelCocoPhotos_3.htm Beaverton, OR, USA, June 14, 2011 -- After a successful first thre...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 16, 2011, 12:01 am
I saw this man trying to make his way "upstream" against a horrendously busy street in Chinandega. There were Nicaraguan school boys and girls, cars, taxis, tricycles, etc. and this poor fellow was going against the traffic. It was scary!!! Later, an good Samaritan appeared to help the ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 15, 2011, 11:41 pm
Walmart of Central America recently opened the first of 5 new hibrid stores, called Maxi Pali, combining a warehouse concept with discount grocery store prices.  It includes the traditional Pali fare such as canned goods, fresh meat, fruits and vegetables and adds clothing, electronics, camping, ha...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 14, 2011, 11:30 pm
The San Cristobal volcano is the tallest active volcano in Nicaragua (5725 feet above sea level).  It's crater measures some 1,640 feet wide.  It's a beautiful site from afar because of its almost perfect symetry.  With San Cristobal being only one in a long chain of volcanos,  Nicaragua is fitt...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 14, 2011, 10:42 pm
Hay un aserrío en Chinandega, Nicaragua que todavía trabajo a lo viejo...moviendo este tronco de palo con los bueyes y ese 'artilugio'.   There's a functioning sawmill in Chinandega, Nicaragua that still moves big tree trunks around the old fashioned way. &...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Aug 14, 2011, 9:42 pm
We were in Chinandega, Nicaragua last week and visited an old favorite: the Hong Kong Chinese restaurant. It's one of two Chinese restaurants in Chinandega (Corona de Oro was the old standby until the owner of this one moved from Honduras to Nicaragua.  She brought her brother from China and their ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 26, 2011, 12:26 am
We went with our good friends David and Esther Moore (from England) to try out another Italian restaurante in Managua, Nicaragua.  Sunday evening was slow so it proved to be a nice for dining.  The atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice.  The staff is a little sub-par for what I expected. &#...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 23, 2011, 12:36 am
Barceló Montelimar is an all-inclusive hotel located at an exclusive beach on the west coast of Nicaragua, about an hour from Managua.  It is Nicaragua's number one vacation hotel destination.  It's rated as 5 star but in reality it is a 3 star hotel (mostly because of the lack of attention to ma...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 22, 2011, 1:00 am
If you have to get a MRI while you are on vacation in Nicaragua, I can recommend the best place to you.  Go to the Hospital Metropolitano (Vivian Pellas), just outside Managua.  I checked around (Hospital Bautista and Hospital Militar) and they have the cheapest prices and the newest and best equi...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 21, 2011, 12:41 am
Many have asked about how to take a tour of the Flor de Caña factory in Chichigalpa.  First of all, it might be best to get permission and make arrangements from the central office in Managua. They can be reached at the following email: info@grupopellas.com or by calling: 505-2274-42...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 21, 2011, 12:29 am
Nicaragua has an excellent variety of avocado trees.  Right now they are in season and abundant in the local markets.  Imagine buying one of these for about $0.22. Nicaragua tiene una excelente variedad de arboles de aguacates.  Ahorita están en flote y abundan en los mercados locales...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 19, 2011, 12:06 am
Hay una excelente opción para comida mexicana en Managua llamada La Pancha.  Es el mismo restaurante que antes tenía sucursal en el Food Court de Las Galerías de Santo Domingo.  Tienen buen servicio y la comida es ¡riquísima!  Hay Tecate 2x1 (C$20 c/u).  Los tacos alambre de res cuestan C$9...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 11, 2011, 1:23 am
This dog knows how to get the job done when you have an itch that you just need to scratch.... Este perro sabe como rascar donde le pica....
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 10, 2011, 11:03 pm
Hay un buen restaurante italiano en Managua, Nicaragua llamado 'Pane E Vino'.  Tienen un menú bastante completo de selecciones de la cucina italiana.  Además hay una excelente seleccion de vinos.  Yo probé dos tipos de gnocchi - 4 quesos y tomate natural.  Los dos eran bastante buenos y me gu...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 9, 2011, 1:00 am
Estos chavalos del Solar de Monimbó en Masaya, Nicaragua saben moverse.  Aún más les gusta que se les grabe en video.  ¡Gozalo chavalo! These kids from el barrio Monimbó in Masaya, Nicaragua love to dance!  The love even more putting their moves down on film.  Gotta love it! ...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 7, 2011, 12:18 am
The famous Torres Brothers circus is 'in town' in Las Flores, Masaya in Nicaragua.  This might be a big boost for tourism in Nicaragua, or at least in the local community.  'Come on in and see what's happening.  Pay the price, get your tickets for the show....'  That would be C$10 ($0.45) a head...
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 5, 2011, 1:27 am
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 4, 2011, 11:52 pm
I had some great Mexican food two nights this past week in León, Nicaragua, a favorite of tourists in Nicaragua.  The owner/cook is from Guadalajara, México.  She knows her stuff - at least as fars as the chilaquiles y the salsas go.  Wow!  We liked it so much we ate there two nights in a row....
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jul 4, 2011, 11:11 pm
A little bit of everything on this wall.... Un poco de todo en esta pared....
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Aaron P. posted an article on Nicaragua Stuff - Jun 26, 2011, 9:45 pm
I spent three days in Matagalpa, my old stomping grounds for 3+ years from 2000-2004, and a fairly common spot for Nicaraguan tourists. I had in mind ordering one of my favorites for the cool, rainy climate: shrimp soup.  However, once inside the friendly confines, I decided to stretch my budget an...
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