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Day: July 11, 2023

León, Nicaragua: The Ultimate Guide

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Everything you need to know about León, Nicaragua’s hottest city.

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Quick afternoon trip idea💡🧳 If you’re nea

Quick afternoon trip idea💡🧳

If you’re near Granada, Nicaragua, you won’t have to go far for this little adventure.👣

Mirador de Catarina is a beautiful viewpoint with cafés, crafts, and activities for families, couples, or solo travelers. 🩵

Grab a cappuccino and take in Laguna de Apoyo, then take a guided horseback ride around the crater before shopping and heading home. 🫶

SAVE this mini trip for your next weekend away in Nicaragua! ✈️

#catarina #mirador #nicaragua #weekendtrips #visitcentralamerica #lagunadeapoyo

How do you access this viewpoint in SJDS? 🔭 Th

How do you access this viewpoint in SJDS? 🔭

The famous Christ of Mercy statue sits high above San Juan del Sur, keeping watch over the beach town. 🤍

It’s also the best view around—and makes for a great photo op in Nicaragua. 📸😉

But to get there, it’s an uphill trek. 👣

And there really aren’t any directions clearly marking the way up. 🗺️😵‍💫

That’s why we put together a step-by-step guide to get to the ultimate vista in San Juan del Sur. 💫

The detailed instructions (with pictures!) are on our blog. But if you want the quick version?👇

[SAVE this for later🔑]

STEP 1: Head to the main street that runs along the waterfront in downtown SJDS. Walk all the way to the end toward the Jesus statue. 🚸

STEP 2: Step onto the beach and continue past the Rio Escondido. Look to the right for a wide drain with a big wall. (Hint: Google Maps marks it as “Path Off Of Beach”) Follow it to the road. 🛣️

STEP 3: Turn LEFT at the “Brisa de Mar” sign. It’s a four-way intersection. Start looking for faded signs that lead the way to Cristo de la Misericordia. Follow them. 🪧

STEP 4: Keep heading uphill. Pass through the Pacific Marlin gate on foot. 🚧🐠 (Don’t worry)

STEP 5: Keep following the signs. Continue straight until you see the narrow staircase up to the statue on your left. Pay the fare, and you’ve made it! 💪

Need a little extra help? Find our full directions to the Mirador at the link. 🔗😎

Did you get lost finding this vantage point? 🙃

#cristodelamisericordia #jesusstatue #sanjuandelsur #sjds #sanjuandelsurnicaragua

(Third one is a hidden gem 🔎💎) These 4 attr

(Third one is a hidden gem 🔎💎)

These 4 attractions in Nicaragua show you a little bit of culture, a little bit of nature, and a whole lot of views 😎

👉Here’s why I would take you here:

[SAVE this list for your next trip before you forget✍️]

🤍LEÓN CATHEDRAL: Iconic. Walk the roof of this UNESCO World Heritage site barefoot for the best view in León (and incredible pictures). Then see the final resting place of poet Rubén Darío inside the church ⛪️

🤍OJO DE AGUA: Natural volcanic spring in the heart of Ometepe Island. Feels like a little oasis, with exotic birds, fun swings, and gorgeous water temps. Known as “the fountain of youth” in Nicaragua! ⛲️

🤍SAN JUAN DE ORIENTE: Artisan town close to Granada. See how pottery is made by hand—or foot—and take some home with you. Try to make a clay pot yourself, guided by the local experts! 🏺

🤍LAGUNA DE APOYO: Ancient crater lake. It has lots of healing volanic minerals, crystal clear water, and tons to do. Swim, kayak, or drink in the sun.🌞

Where would you want to go first? 😍

SEND this to the person you would take! 🫶

#nicaragua #leon #granada #lagunadeapoyo #ometepe #travelideas #centralamericatravel

Any adventurers out there? 🧗‍♂️ Telica V

Any adventurers out there? 🧗‍♂️

Telica Volcano is calling. 🌋

Located near León, Nicaragua, you can hike, camp overnight, and even roast marshmallows along the sharp crater of this active volcano. ⛺️🌙

💭What’s the toughest part?

👉Deciding which is the better view: the glowing magma, or the fiery volcano sunrise 🔥

↘️ SEND this to a brave soul! 💪

📸: jorvillacr

#volcano #telica #volcanes #nicaragua #adventuretravels

What is “slow travel”? 🧭 A lot of us try

What is “slow travel”? 🧭

A lot of us try to cram in every sight and sound possible when we explore a new country. Does getting up early and running nonstop around a city sound familiar? 😅

Sure, if you don’t have much vacation time (looking at you, USA) it makes sense to want to maximize your trip and “do it all.” 💪

But slow travel turns that concept on its head. Instead of “a little bit of everything,” it’s a philosophy of “deep diving” into one region by picking a single place and staying put. 🗺️ ✋

👉Maybe it’s not going to add more pins to your travel map. 📌 But it WILL add core memories and maybe even connections with fellow travelers or locals. You can think of slow travel as spending “quality time” with a destination. 🫶

Nicaragua is an AWESOME country for slow travel. 🤩 Its simple way of life naturally lends itself to rest and community. Form friendships by investing your time into a small city or town rather than racing through the country from end to end and draining your battery.🪫

✈️ NICARAGUA SLOW TRAVEL TIPS:

•Try an immersion program or homestay, like @lamariposanicaragua Spanish School and community project 🌱

•Go off the grid and spend time on Isla de Ometepe. It’s a hike to get there, but you won’t want to leave! Make the journey count by staying longer. 🌋

•Use public transportation when possible. It’s definitely SLOW travel, but lets you see more of the country and get a taste of the culture. 🚌

SEND this to someone you want to run away with! 🧳

Are you more into slow travel or speedy sightseeing? 👀

#nicaragua #slowtravel #offthegrid #travellight #nicaraguatravel

Who doesn’t love a cute café? ☕️ Granada,

Who doesn’t love a cute café? ☕️

Granada, Nicaragua is filled with artsy coffee shops like @gardencafegranada for afternoon americanos.

Like the rest of the city, these little nooks are charming and bright—ready to inspire creativity or relaxation.💡🌱

Want to find your new favorite coffee stop in Granada? These 11 cafés will fuel you for whatever the day calls for. Find them on the blog.🔗💫

What’s your favorite coffee shop in Granada? 💭

SEND this to a friend to keep them caffeinated! 💪

#granada #cutecafe #gardencafe #granadanicaragua #coffeeshopcorners

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