About this episode

This episode provides an ultimate travel guide to Nicaragua, sharing first impressions and insights for travelers.

Here’s your ultimate guide to Nicaragua — a country maybe not on your radar, but this episode might just change that. This country has somehow survived pirates, American invasions, revolutions, and repeated destruction. After ruling out Guatemala due to its state of emergency following a surge in gang violence, we spent a month exploring Nicaragua from our base in San Juan del Sur, with trips to Granada, Ometepe and the island’s capital, Moyogalpa. And we can't forget to mention our host who gave off equal parts party legend and mafia boss energy. In “Jet Lag Judgements” we share what Nicaragua hits you with on day one and the first impressions that caught us off guard. “Vegan Voyagers” asks whether this beach destination quietly delivers for plant-based travellers, and in “Worth The Trip” we give our final verdict, including one thing you really need to know before visiting because Semana Santa is not quite what it sounds. Chapters (04:03) – Why Did We Choose Nicaragua - San Juan Del Sur? (05:24) – Was Our Host a Mafia Boss? (06:41) – Is Spanglish a Real Word? (07:43) – Jet Lag Judgements: Nicaragua (11:18) – Vegan Voyagers: Nicaragua (21:52) – Worth The Trip: Nicaragua…

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