A country in Central America known for its numerous volcanoes.
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How does VIP service work at the Managua Airport?
At the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (the airport in Managua, Nicaragua), I have heard there is a VIP service you can pay for, where an agent will meet you when disembarking from the plane and guide you through the immigration and customs…
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Is it safe to drink tap water in Nicaragua?
When looking through travel guides and websites, I often see the statement that tap water is not safe in Nicaragua. For example, the US State Department says:
Tap water is not considered safe in Nicaragua. All persons should drink only bottled…
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Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua
I want to go to Costa Rica and I am considering going to Panama and Nicaragua as well. I wonder though, what will I be able to find in Panama and Nicaragua that I will not be able to find in Costa Rica? It get the impression that the landscape, the…
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Are there any operating trains in Nicaragua?
I have heard that Nicaragua used to have an operating train system, but at some point in the past it was dismantled and discontinued. Are there currently any trains that regularly operate in Nicaragua? If so, are there any that a visitor could ride…
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US Dollar (USD) to Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO) exchange rate
I have heard that the exchange rate of Nicaragua's currency is "pegged" to the US dollar, and varies at a fixed, predicable rate rather than varying naturally with the markets. What is the rate currently, and how can I find what the rate will be for…
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Visa for US citizen visiting Nicaragua
When a US citizen travels to Nicaragua, what does it cost to enter the country? How long can the stay be without having a visa or paying a fine? Is there a resource online where up-to-date answers to these questions can be found?
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What transportation is available from Costa Rica to Nicaragua?
We will be flying in to San Jose Costa Rica in January for 3 weeks, and would like to spend part of that time in Nicaragua. What is the easiest, least expensive way to get to Lake Nicaragua area?
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Central America, rain season and electronics
I am a traveling developer and I need functional wifi and a laptop for my work. I would love to travel to the central americas (niceragua, costa rica and panama) for about a month during june but this is during the rainy season. I've heard rumors…
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Exchanging Costa Rican Colones in Nicaragua
We arrived on the bus to Nicaragua recently and read that the best way to exchange Costa Rican Colones to Nicaraguan Cordobas was at the border.
We have about 89,000 Colones (approx. $154) in cash that we want to change. A guy at the border was…
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Nicaragua visa letter
I am planning to travel to Nicaragua in November, The consulate needs me to provide a visa interview letter with the purpose of visit and other details. Does anyone have a sample format for this letter, For some reason am not able to find it online
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Are there any VIP Services at Nicaragua airport?
At the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (the airport in Managua, Nicaragua), I have heard there is a VIP service you can pay for, where an agent will meet you when disembarking from the plane and guide you through the immigration and customs…
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How can I get from Panama City to Rivas, in Nicaragua?
We are trying to get from Panama City to Rivas (Nicaragua) next week.
The flights are too expensive and we don't mind travelling non-stop by bus.
What options do we have?
Thanks
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Can I get a tourist visa for Nicaragua without a complete return ticket?
I'm going on a trip to Nicaragua, and will continue on to Costa Rica and Panama and travel from there. I'm an EU citizen, and from what I have read, tourist visas are issued on the spot without issues.
I have so far booked a return flight from Miami…
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Cell phone frequencies in Nicaragua
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Is there a definitive reference guide to cell phone standards by country?
As far as I know, the Nicaraguan cell phone system is on the GSM standard and has two major providers, Claro and Movistar. But what frequencies are used…
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Nicaragua on arrival visa for Indians having valid Schengen visa?
I want to travel to Nicaragua from India and I have a valid Schengen visa.
Will they give me an on arrival visa via hotel booking?
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