Angry Barranco

Nicaragua's national bird, in cartoon form!

El pájaro nacional de Nicaragua, en caricatura!

Posted by Editorial Team on 6:03 a.m. in Curiosities/Curiosidades

Brisas Marinas

You must try the seafood at the Brisas Marinas restaurant in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.  It’s located right on the beach, a perfect place to watch the sun set over the San Juan bay. I savored two shrimp dishes: breaded shrimp with a nice mayonnaise based sauce on the side and shrimp in butter and garlic sauce.  Both are served with salad, rice and potato.  Each plate costs C$250 ($10.85).  Wow!  Out of this world!  When you go, tell Pablo or Jaquelín that I said hi!

Tenés que probar los mariscos en el restaurante Brisas Marinas en San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.  Está ubicado frente a la playa, un lugar de envidia para ver el puesto del sol sobre la bahía de San Juan.  Probé dos platos deliciosos: camarones empanizados y camarones al ajillo.  Se sirven los platos con una ensalada, arroz y papas.  Cada uno cuesta C$250 ($10.85)  Delicioso!  Cuando vayás, decile a Pablo o a Jaquelín que mando saludos.

Brisas Marinas

Del BDF 120 mts. al norte

San Juan del Sur, Rivas

Posted by Editorial Team on 2:58 p.m. in Beach/Playa, Rivas, San Juan del Sur, Seafood/Mariscos

El Ostional

The El Ostional beach, south of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, is a worthy beach destination.  There weren’t many good waves this time of the year (February) but local talk does include it on the list of good surfing beaches.  The views are wonderful and the cool water quite refreshing, if not cold (64 degrees F).

La playa El Ostional, al sur de San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua es una playa digna de mención.  Aunque en este momento (febrero) no había muy buenas holas, los locales lo incluyen en la lista de buenas playas para el surfeo.  Las vistas son muy bonitas y el aqua muy refrescante sino frio (17 grados C).

Posted by Editorial Team on 8:00 p.m. in Beach/Playa, Destinations/Destinos, Rivas

San Juan del Sur

I spent a week in this once-upon-a-time quaint little fishing village, now overrun with foreigners (tourists and now residents).  In had been twelve years since my last visit and, although having been exposed to many changes, still, San Juan del Sur, in the southern part of Nicaragua, has an almost magical lure.  Surfing, deep sea fishing, canopy zip lines, eating and nightlife can all be found in this town that still claims to have only 15,000 inhabitants.  The beaches in this area are second to none.

Érase una vez un pueblo pesquero en la sur de Nicaragua, ahora atacado por turistas y nuevos residentes extranjeros.  Pasé una semana aquí.  Hacía 12 años que no venía y, pese a ser expuesto a muchos cambios, todavía San Juan del Sur ha mantenido una atracción casí mágica.  El surfeo, la pesca en alta mar, canopy, la comida y ‘nightlife’ – todo esto lo conseguís en el pueblo que todavía afirma tener solamente 15,000 habitantes.  Las playas de esta zona no tienen nada que enviar a nadie.

Posted by Editorial Team on 7:57 p.m. in Beach/Playa, Destinations/Destinos, Rivas

El Astillero

El Astillero is a quiet little fishing and surfing village in Tola (parte of Rivas), Nicaragua.  It’s about a 11 km. drive from the Las Salinas village.  You’ll find a lot of fisherman with fresh catches and a few surfers looking for a rogue wave hear and there.  There are several hostels available.  The people are warm and friendly.  It is well worth a stop for a day or two on your surfing tour though the golden coast of Nicaragua.

El Astillero es un pueblo pequeño en Tola (parte de Rivas), Nicaragua…sus ocupantes entretenidos con la pesca y el surfeo.  Queda a unos 11 km. del pueblo de Las Salinas.  Hallarás muchos mariscos frescos y algunos surfeadores buscando la ola del día.  Hay hostales para quedarse.  La gente es muy buena.  Bien vale la pena quedarte aquí un día o dos en tu gira de la costa dorada de Nicaragua.

Posted by Editorial Team on 3:41 p.m. in Beach/Playa, Destinations/Destinos, Rivas

Treehouse [Casa en los arboles] Poste Rojo

In Caña de Castilla, Nicaragua (10 km. from Granada and 2 km. from the famous ‘Lung of Central America’ – the majestic Mombacho cloud forest), you will find a really unique backpacker hostel called Treehouse Poste Rojo.  With its incredible views and nature up close, you will be taken over by this rustic destination.  The place is run by temporary volunteers from all over.  They have a decent menu and will cook to order or you can eat ‘family style’.  From km. 56.5 on the highway to Granada or Nandaime (at the stop of a Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jéhová) you will have a bit of a hike up into the woods.  Just follow the signs.

En Caña de Castilla, Nicaragua (10 km. de Granada y 2 km. del famoso ‘Pulmón de Centroamérica’ – la majestuosa pluriselva Mombacho), vas a encontrar un hostal para mochileros llamado “Treehouse Poste Rojo”.  Hay vistazos increíbles y naturaleza ‘en tu cara’ en este destino rústico.  Voluntarios se encargan de proveer los servicios básicos a los huéspedes.  Hay un menú variado.  También podés optar por comer al estilo familiar, o sea todos juntos.  De km. 56.5 de la carretera Granada-Nandaime (hay un Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová) vas a tener que caminar y escalar hasta arriba a la selva.  Seguí los rótulos.

www.PosteRojo.com

info@PosteRojo.com

8903-4563

Posted by Editorial Team on 3:38 p.m. in Destinations/Destinos, Granada, Hotels/Hoteles

Sunset in [Puesto de sol en] Las Salinas

Another beautiful sunset in Las Salinas, Rivas along the expansive coastline of Nicaragua.
Otro bellisimo puesto de sol en Las Salinas, Rivas, a lo largo de la expansiva costa de Nicaragua.

Posted by Editorial Team on 3:31 p.m. in Nature/Naturaleza

Road to [camino a] Las Salinas, Nicaragua

Some have asked me how the road from Ochomogo to Las Salinas (in Rivas, Nicaragua) is.  So here is a my first hand version of the trip.  It is February, 2012, during the dry season.  This will definitely not be up to date during the rainy season in Nicaragua, generally from May to November.  During that time, you might need to take the Rivas-Tola-Las Salinas route.  BTW I was watching and documenting the odometer.  However, all measurements are approximates.  Check out the pictures for visual guidance.

From Granada to the Ochomogo bridge: 40 km. 

Turn right immediately after you cross the bridge.  Note the signs for Chacocente (59.4 km.), Punta Teonoste and Escalante (10 km.).

Head down a dirt road that is in decent shape.  I was able to cruise along at 60 km/h until the next checkpoint (about 9 km.). 

At 49.5 km from Granada, you will need to take a left.  Here again you will see the sign for Punta Teonaste. 

On the right hand side, there is a yellow church.  The conditions on this road turn worse and you will probably average 30 km/h.

Travel on and you will eventually see a faded white and yellow wooden fence (on the right side of the road).

From this point on, I would recommend a higher, 4WD vehicle.  A car could be nursed through but will eventually suffer up ahead.

At 53.5 km from Granada, you will come to a Y in the road.  Take it to the right and wave to yet another Punta Teonaste sign.

At km. 61.2 and 64.6, you will have to cross water.

You will travel through some small villages such as San Ignacio and Las Delicias.  When you get to this landmark at km. 68, near the La Virgen Morena town, keep to the right.

Continue on to about km. 70 and you will see this:

You are in Las Salinas.  You can head to Punta Teonoste, Chacocente, El Astillero, Guasacate o Popoyo.  Rancho Santana and Haciendo Iguana are also within reach.  The beachs and Nicaragua’s great surf are awaiting!

Posted by Editorial Team on 7:23 p.m. in Beach/Playa, Destinations/Destinos, Rivas

Mombacho Canopy Tour

 

 

This will cost you $25 plus tax ($28.50) and tips (if you would like).  It all starts off with a few slugs of great mountain grown coffee at the Las Flores coffee plantation on Mombacho, near Granada, Nicaragua.  It is worth it as you race over the 11 zip lines, among lush vegetation and nearby animals.  Try this.  Call for reservations and you will be attended very well by the local crew.  On a scale of 1 to 10, it's a 10!!!! 

Esto cuesta $25 más IVA ($28.50) y propina (si querés).  Todo comienza con unos traguitos de café de montaña de la Hacienda Las Flores en Mombacho, Granada, Nicaragua.  Vale la pena zumbarse por las 11 lineas, en medio de vegetación exuberante y animales nativos a la zona.  Hacelo!  Llama para reservar tu cupo y te atenderán muy bien los locales.  De 1 a 10, le doy un 10!!!!

Posted by Editorial Team on 8:55 p.m. in Destinations/Destinos, Granada