I fell in love with Nicaragua and built a house there so we keep going back..... It's like the home of my heart. But, I always drink the tap water... Right from the first day
I myself am a Nicaraguan/Cuban and I haven’t been to Cuba but I hear it is beautiful but I have been to Nicaraguan 9 times and I have to say it is so beautiful the beaches and the volcanos it is so affordable
I'm also that combination hahahaha but I live in Nicaragua, I don't know how is Cuba u.u. Pero ya que somos 3 Nicas cubanas, creo que esto de ser mitad cubano es por la cantidad de estudiantes extranjeros que hubo desde los 80 hasta los 90, mi madre fue a estudiar a Cuba y ahí conoció a mi padre en la Universidad.
Soy Cubano y mi esposa de Nicaragua and we have one son together. I haven’t been to either place pero estoy loco por ir a Nicaragua a comer quesillo. 🇺🇸 ❤️ 🇨🇺 🦩 305 🇳🇮 ☮️
I simply LOVED our time in Nicaragua, the places we visited were unspoilt, the people SO very likeable, sweet, kind, innocent, helpful, we strayed into a church in Grenada where mass was being said, the worshippers were so welcoming, I can still hear the people singing, it was a very special moment, it made me cry. Why is it that only in these South American countries do they still observe Christianity as it used to be observed in Europe? We travelled from Costa Rica across the border, that was an interesting crossing also. I would re visit in a second. God bless Nicaragua.
Because the U.S. was mostly colonized by Protestants [of a slew of different denominations, none of whom agreed on much] while the natives in So. & Central America were given the choice to convert to Catholicism or be tortured to death by the Inquisition? Just guessing...
Michelle Ortega nicaragua is an embarrassment to itself. emigration is high while immigration is nonexistent. why is that? oh yeah its because the country sucks. Please tell me how Nicaragua is good besides the food, and the vacation spots...
My best friend in college was from Nicaragua. It was 30 years ago and his family fled because of the war. I'm happy to see Nicaragua is safe and I peaceful again.
Great information. American Citizens (and citizens of other nations) are so misled about Nicaragua. I spent 12 days there across the country in 2009. Best trip of my life. The sights from Isla de Ometepe in the south to Jinotega to the north. Such a beautiful country. Most of it feels like time stood still. It's perfect to get away. Also, Aside from taking pictures, Stay off your phone, soak in the moments, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and aroma of the food. It's amazing.
"Chicken bus" is a gringo term that expats and tourists have tried to coin here ... Bringing it from mexico. The school buses are just called the "regular" buses or "slow bus".
Yeah, kind of a derogatory term...Asi son esas gentes cuando visitan nuestros paises. " Don't drink the water, chicken buses, bad roads, watch out for everyone, blah, blah"...As if tnere is no crime in their own countries.
I am an Ohio born gringo with a Nica novia hermosa. She works in San Jose CR and today is our 2- yr anniversary. She is also from Esteli and I very much want to go there within the next few months.
My mom is from Esteli! Funny my mom has the same last name as you! Just went there for the first time in June! I was born and raised in the U.S. It’s a beautiful City! 🇳🇮
My family is from Nicaragua but I was born and raised in FL. We used to go over there every summer for weeks as I was growing up so I pretty much know how it is over there. This video is an amazing explanation of how life is over there. This is a must see video before you go. Thank you for speaking so highly of a forgot Central American country.
That's my Country! I really really love the way you express about my HOME my People, You know Maje... Ja ja ja! You are the best Gringo I have never sawn before....! Muy Tuani tu video...
I lived in Nicaragua for 1,5 years in total and there are some things I would like to add/correct. 1. If you're wearing flip flops in public don't be surprised if you get some weird looks from the locals since really the only time they wear them are in their houses. So it would kind of be like if you went out in public in your slippers. 2. You can exchange 20, 50, even 100 bills at special shops/stores that offer exchange services. You don't have to go to the bank and have your passport but you might have to do some scouting to find one of them. If you're in luck you could walk into a normal store/pharmacy and they might be nice enough to exchange your dollars for córdobas. Just pay attention what rate they are giving you. Look it up on the internet before you go and exchange. The actual value that they but on the dollars is usually slightly lower than the rate that you see on the internet because it takes a few weeks for the local markets to adapt. 3. If you're in Granada you can drink the tap water. The tap water in Granada is way cleaner than the water in other cities in Nicaragua. And if you have a strong and steady stomach you can give it a go and you can drink the tap water from other places as well. But also be careful with eating ice cream and local beverages with ice since it's not purified water. 4. Be street smart! Keep an eye on your things don't flash your money up in the air. Be careful with taxi drivers that really are on you and give you a offer that seems to good to be true. Travel with registered and official taxi drivers. They'll have a taxi ID and you'll be able to differentiate then from the non-official taxis. 5. I'd argue that baseball isn't the most popular sport in Nicaragua. I'd say football is (or soccer). Because if you look everywhere on the streets the kids are playing football and all my nicaraguan male friends do as well. I really only have one friend who follow MLB. I'd agree that boxing is 2nd because when a nicaraguan is fighting internationally EVERY TV in EVERY house that you walk by will be watching that fight. 6. Don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua! This is what happened to me. I went there and the people, the food, the way they do things. Basically the whole culture is so different in a really good way from the western modern world. Go to Nicaragua if you haven't already!
For good dollar exchange,go to el carmen in Managua and ask for "el gato" he will give you a god price for your dollars,better than any bank,or hotel,but go during week days when the regular "coyotes" are there,do not go on the week ends,my father inlaw got robed there on a week end by punks pretending to be real "coyotes".In general the term "coyote" is to nickname a man or a woman who exchanges money in the "black market" or unofficial market.It is done usually in the open street,and cops or security people in Nicaragua will not interfere with this kind of business.
9410besi I think baseball is the most popular sport people like to follow, watch on tv or listen to on the radio. Playing on the street soccer is easier for kids than baseball. About walking around in flip flops in the streets I don't know how it is now since I haven't gone back in years but back in the day you were never looked down on it.
9410besi ..... i havent gone to nicaragua but i have visited costa rica... which many tell me is quite similar.... i would agree soccer is number one all over central america! I also do not suggest flip flops unless you want a sunburn on your feet- plus... i walked almost everywhere so having flip flops on- well no good! And in costa rica when they talk of chicken bus.... well we took a tour up to tabacon hot springs & half way there we stopped at a place where you could buy chicken drumsticks to eat!!!
Thank you so much for presenting a perfect summation of this spectacular country. I'll be returning to Nica in July for the second time, and your video brought a tear to the eye. Only Colombia and Nicaragua have that innocent brilliance of beauty that I've encountered, quite literally the world over. A nature and scenery beyond expectations, and a local population that remain so proud within their limited finances, predominantly. I'll attempt a video on par with your own, simply to do justice to this amazing country and encourage further positive education to the foreigners who may wish to visit this paradise. Cheers, from Australia.
@@mbb1489 muy peligroso esta viajar a Nic,es muy bonito pero los Sandinistas son peligrosos pierdes tu propiedad y tu invercion no conpres en ese paiz muchos estan vendiendo su propiedad no conpres por ahora
Volcan Maysaya 🇳🇮 mi linda Nicaragua (Managua /Tipitapa) Hey don’t stop at red stop light after 11pm lol you might get robbed 😂😂 Gallo pinto, queso frito and platano frito 👌🏼🤤
I’ve beat up a lot of watch snatching kids. I had a Timex for the love a god!!!. They’ll jump your ass, don’t be afraid to start swinging on the children there man.
I have been to Nicaragua 3 years ago and everything you said gave me huge flashbacks :) Especially the chicken busses, the Nica time, and seeing Granada :D You mentioned the corn islands - little corn island is by far my favourite island I have ever been to :)
Lucky. I haven't been since I move to the States. I was 12 now I'm 30. It has change a lot. Grew up very humble but those were the best years of my life.
Great video, and it is spot on! I am living in Nicaragua now, and am in the process of renovating my home here and turning it into the dream home that I never thought I could afford. Viva Nicaragua!!!
5:30: "When people in the U.S think of Nicaragua they say 'the Sandinista's ward'"... Sadly, after April 2018 is something similar to back then. Still a beautiful country thou, only try to avoid speaking about politics in public and you should be ok.
My wife and (then) 4-year-old son moved to Nicaragua on a whim in 2013 and lived there for a year. LOVED IT. Lived in both Granada (mostly) and Matagalpa (for a few months). We've been back twice in the years since. Can't wait to get back again! Other than a scooter we bought, but rarely used, we got around solely by chicken bus and taxi. The people...wow the people! Everyone was so nice and patient with us gringos. Just lovely people everywhere we went.
It is a very easy country to fall in love with, I have been there three times. Weather wise there is no bad time to go. I hope they can get over their internal difficulties ASAP, the people are so friendly as well.
I definitely agree with what you said with "don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua". We came here expecting to be here for a month and 8 months later we don't want to leave!
You forgot to mention Spanish School! That's a really fun activity and good way to connect with locals that most tourists miss out on. Lago Azul in San Juan del Sur is the best.
Best quesillos while I lived in Nicaragua were made by an old lady selling them near the fresco stand at ANS school during lunch. Wish I knew how these were made so I could try to recreate them here in the States. But I was too young to realize I’d want to make them myself later in life!
Depends on where you go. I did a mission trip in Managua (the capital) and yes, there is still some tension. Another don't I'll just add concerning clothing is don't wear anything camouflage! You will get stopped and asked a heck ton of questions. Never happened to me, but it was one of the first things we were told for packing clothes
When you're Nicaraguenze and come to watch this video. Great Info. I've traveled from Texas and Nicaragua since I was 3, I'm 20 years old now and both of my parents are from here. It's a beautiful place, and the locals really do love to interact with the tourist that come by. But just a heads up! Restaurants do charge more for tourist because you're paying in Dollars! YOU'RE WELCOME! I recommend visiting Selva Negra, it's a few miles away from Managua, but it's so nice and cool. You're up in the mountains and you get an amazing view from Matagalpa.
@@daaammnyoufr im going on the 17th of next month. Its beautiful. The beach is nothing like galveston. Depending on where your going, the climate varies, managuavis hot, but matagalpa gets nice and cold at night certain times of the year
Best thing he said was don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua. So true! I know many people from US and Canada who have visited my country and have fallen in love how can you not right?
I love this video so much! I miss Nicaragua and seeing this made me feel happy! You're a great guy , it was so kind of you to talk so amazing about my beautiful country 💙💙💙
Nicaragua is absolutely amazing! There are another interesting city's in the country side as we call them . In the north side Jinotega probably is the coldest city with beautiful mountains ,river and waterfall and terrific views also Esteli. Without forget the middle side Boaco and Jinotega ! What country it is!
Aww! That was my favorite documentary ever of my beautiful country. Thank you for all the love you express. Being one of the poorest countries, is always looked at from far and very much ignored. I left the country as a child do to the war, as lost many love ones and almost lost my life, but I sure hope to visit home again soon! THANK YOU!!
Just got back from Nicaragua. I stayed at Verdad Resort and spent a day in Granada, and it was very safe, clean, and friendly. And yes, Nica time is a thing, lol. Food is incredible and people are very nice. Also, there is no need for makeup and hair products as it is super humid, and it won't make a difference, lol. If you pay in US dollars, they will give change in cordobas FYI.
I love Nicaragua! Found property, built a home and moved here. The tap water is fine. The temperature depends on where you are. I’m in the north near Jinotega and it gets cold. It all depends on the altitude. Been in the buses dozens of times. Never once have I seen a chicken. A load of plantains, yes, but no chickens. Nicaragua is beautiful, safe, and cheap.
tekashi akunekun if you’ve never been to Nicaragua, I HIGHLY suggest you go; I’m Nicaraguan myself & it has extremely beautiful views and varieties of fun activities to do while being there, & not only that but it has beautiful culture & history behind it.
tekashi akunekun Same, My dad is Puerto Rican and my mom is Nicaraguan. I’ve been to Nicaragua ever since I was little because I have a lot of family there. It really is amazing.
Same I love everything about being Nicaraguan the food, the culture, and most Nicaraguans I’ve met are really nice but I’m going to Nicaragua next summer I can’t wait
Thank you for sharing this video. It's great to see people enjoying this wonderful country. I am Nica, grew up in the States, and haven't visited much. You sharing this video has made me realized how much I want to go back to Nicaragua, takes my kids and show them our roots and have fun...
I'm very proud of my country, Nicaragua. I highly recommend people to visit the Pacific and Central Region as well as the Caribbean Coast. It is indeed very cheap and safe to explore.
Gracias sean bienvenidos todos esto es un paraíso por descubrir, imágenes de un poema hecho realidad, son las historias que de viejo vas a contar con una sonrisa en tu cara
Safest country in Central America, not Latin. Having lived there for 7 years, I can tell you that the tap water is fine in most places, particularly big cities. The problem is they put too much chlorine in the water and thus makes it not very tasty, which is why they recommend bottled, but fine to drink. In the countryside its a different story however. Street food though can give you the runs if your not used to it, but its so good that sometimes its worth the risk.
having said that,still, don't drink the tap water there unless you're dying of thirst. Infrastructure is unreliable and the water if it's fine one day, may not be fine the next. (if it's running)
I have spent quite a bit of time in Nicaragua (I am here right now), and I have always drunk the tap water and have never had any problems. The tap water here is quite clean. In some other countries, you should definitely boil the water. Here it's fine.
Proud of my country Nicaragua.. Glad I was born their and raise in NYC. I'm Nicaraguan American. Love your video thanks for those who do not understand the lifestyle of Nicaragua or Central America as a whole. Blessings
i walked on the roofs on the cathedral, ziplining, met family, went to the farm, went to the beach, went to the schools and markets and played soccer with the locals. very fun place if you know a little spanish
As an American, I do agree with this list. One thing I want to add is the tipping still applies to delivery services such as pizza or food in general. One thing I did not know when I moved out when I was eighteen was that the "delivery fee" was not a tip to the driver! They do not get any of the delivery fees so you'll need to tip15-20% on that too. However, chain fast food places do not accept tips such as McDonald's, Taco Bell, Fazolis, Dunkin Donuts, Burger King etc.
Nicaragua is without a doubt a wonderful country of lakes and volcanoes, I have had the joy of visiting it several times🙄 ... But as a good Costa Rican I am, I invite you to visit this country located in the south of Nicaragua, you will live unforgettable experiences!😃👌🏼
I love your videos, man. This one is amazing. Though, in Managua; everyone drinks tap water. Which freaks me out, because here in Guatemala; no one does that. Amazing pictures. Thank you for sharing. And yeah, Toña is good!
I live here...I just bought a house here and I love it..really humble and I was born here but I lived in Miami for 30 years but it’s cheap to live here and I love it..safe place to stay..thanks for posting this video.
Unfortunately, Nicaragua has gotten very, very bad in recent times due to political violence-even though the American news media is quiet about it. Nicaragua's tourist industry has literally died out. Daniel Ortega has out-Somozaed Somoza lately.
bigverybadtom Thank you for bringing this up. It is so sad that the American Media is not highlighting the bullshit that Sandinistas are doing. Killing and ripping off the poor people of Nicaragua.
Hey, it’s not that bad anymore, there’s certain places like San Juan del Sur, where I live where all you did was hear of stuff happening in the capital. Please everybody don’t be put off by what’s happening in Managua and Masaya. There are loads of other places in Nicaragua that are only affected by loss of tourists, like my own town San Juan del Sur
Don’t believe the BS in the media. I was here through all the crap last April. US backed by CIA. The people here are beautiful and happy. If only the US would stop trying to start another war.
No US cash for local spending! Bring your debit card to get local currency at the ATM to be sure you're not getting ripped off with a shady exchange rate
Very nice review of the country! Greats videos of Nicaragua. Loved this sections....the donts.. jajja amazing....."dont freak out" jajja lovely....by the way, Im nicaraguan
Are the corn islands a must see? Cause its super expensive and i need to travel to the other side of the country for that, is it much diffirent than the beaches on the west side?
I was born in The Dominican Republic and grew up in Miami USA but I am in love with Nicaragua. I don't do Managua at all,for me I prefer places like diriomo,diria,Granada and places like that. My wife parents are from Nicaragua and I can't wait for us to move over there for good.
Hi ! Very nice to know you like our country after all this crazy thing that went on.I'm nicaraguan, raised in florida.live here for now, but looking forward to going back to fla.
Omg, I'm amazed you never had a problem drinking the water from here.I actually do.sometimes I get a stomach ache if I drink any water.I wish having a strong stomach and getting used to a few things of my country.
Yes, Nicaragua is a safe place. It's one of the reasons I decided to visit after the 1st of the year. Not only is it safe but it's very cheap. In fact, it's second to Haiti in terms of income in the Western Hemisphere so things will be very cheap. I can't wait to go!
Bill Green You can't call Nicaragua safe. Sure, if you stay in Granada and Leon, only wander around during daylight it is safe, but other than that, not really.
F. Walter true especially right now with the police and Sandinistas attacking elders, teens, just anyone protesting against them. I love my country but the government is becoming a dictatorship. I feel safe when I go out at night there. I have had just one bad experience but it was during daytime. The guy was trying to steal my dads phone while he was talking on it. My cussed him out though. Our house there has been stolen from a few times but that was because we didn’t have security.
christinaqMUA • I got robbed one night in Managua after three man threw stones at my head.. But you're right, but honestly, I just wouldn't travel to Nicaragua right now..
I fell in love with Nicaragua and built a house there so we keep going back..... It's like the home of my heart. But, I always drink the tap water... Right from the first day
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Wow! Holy Moly!
So did I in Montecristo, but in fairness, I was born here and only wished I moved sooner.
Problem with tap water is not the actual water, but the maintenance of the pipes are certain places.
@@leonmat26 that makes sense....we've never stayed in any of the old buildings so, all new piping. And never in any of the smaller towns
gallo pinto is the best.. i eat it everyday
(obviously because my family is nica)
ni modo XD
I'm a huge fan of vigaron and have tried to replicate it at home but it's never quite as good as in the central park in Granada
diggi hell yea
Me too
Yesssss and I my birthday‘s coming so that means penne and vigron and gallo pinto
I myself am a Nicaraguan/Cuban and I haven’t been to Cuba but I hear it is beautiful but I have been to Nicaraguan 9 times and I have to say it is so beautiful the beaches and the volcanos it is so affordable
I am that mix as well! Crazy haha
I'm also that combination hahahaha but I live in Nicaragua, I don't know how is Cuba u.u. Pero ya que somos 3 Nicas cubanas, creo que esto de ser mitad cubano es por la cantidad de estudiantes extranjeros que hubo desde los 80 hasta los 90, mi madre fue a estudiar a Cuba y ahí conoció a mi padre en la Universidad.
Soy Cubano y mi esposa de Nicaragua and we have one son together. I haven’t been to either place pero estoy loco por ir a Nicaragua a comer quesillo. 🇺🇸 ❤️ 🇨🇺 🦩 305 🇳🇮 ☮️
Yo no soy pero mi amigo es cubano/nica 😂 Que chevere 😎😜
RUclips 2017: I don't take care about that video
RUclips 2019: Alright it's time to place that video on recommended videos
Same country! Nothing has change about the places, the nice people, instead people are very into giving a better welcome to tourism.
Funniest part is that we're all under the control of a dictator and that this video shows up now
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@@lukiicookie6569 lo mas seguro es que vos ni vivís aquí y estas hablando pajas.. :)
I’m so happy to find this amazing video of my country. Thank you entirely.
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Same, it’s good to see people talking good about your country
I'd love to visit your country. It looks beautiful. LoveNicaragua From Nairobi, Kenya.
My family is from Bluefields and Managua
hi
I simply LOVED our time in Nicaragua, the places we visited were unspoilt, the people SO very likeable, sweet, kind, innocent, helpful, we strayed into a church in Grenada where mass was being said, the worshippers were so welcoming, I can still hear the people singing, it was a very special moment, it made me cry. Why is it that only in these South American countries do they still observe Christianity as it used to be observed in Europe?
We travelled from Costa Rica across the border, that was an interesting crossing also.
I would re visit in a second. God bless Nicaragua.
Thank you for speaking so highly about our beautiful Nicaragua ❤🇳🇮
God bless you for noticing the richness of latinamerican culture.
There are still Latin masses here in Az and many states.
Because the U.S. was mostly colonized by Protestants [of a slew of different denominations, none of whom agreed on much] while the natives in So. & Central America were given the choice to convert to Catholicism or be tortured to death by the Inquisition? Just guessing...
@@nunyabidniz2868 And they dont have mass shootings like USA,go figure.
*"Don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua."* Nice way to sum up. I recall Joc saying that she was ready to move to Lake Nicaragua. 😀👍
Tosh T fall in love with vacation but living here is terrible. everyone is corrupt and people are dicks
rottenlinx Animations cc the people are nice but dumb
rottenlinx Animations cc well nicaraguans arent a race and even if they were a race, how can i be racist to myself? for i am a nicaraguan.
riDQlous You are an embarrassment as a supposed nica and to our country! I will bet money that ypu are an "ameri-nica".
Michelle Ortega nicaragua is an embarrassment to itself. emigration is high while immigration is nonexistent. why is that? oh yeah its because the country sucks. Please tell me how Nicaragua is good besides the food, and the vacation spots...
I fell in love since I was born. Nicaragua is a paradise
I may visit there this summer! Excited from now!
@@ZhiggerA are you still alive
My best friend in college was from Nicaragua. It was 30 years ago and his family fled because of the war. I'm happy to see Nicaragua is safe and I peaceful again.
Great information. American Citizens (and citizens of other nations) are so misled about Nicaragua. I spent 12 days there across the country in 2009. Best trip of my life. The sights from Isla de Ometepe in the south to Jinotega to the north. Such a beautiful country. Most of it feels like time stood still. It's perfect to get away. Also, Aside from taking pictures, Stay off your phone, soak in the moments, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and aroma of the food. It's amazing.
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Enjoy the smell of Nicaragua?
Seriously?
That's ridiculous.
If you're not smart enough to consider the changes over the past 9-10 yrs.then your opinion is bullshit.
S. Peters He means the smells of food, the air, the beauty.
Trust me, our hot summer in Az has its own smell of hot bricks. That area looks good.
The first donts of nicaragua is touch menedez sister
Good to know. I’ve had Hondurans warn about Nicaragua
"Chicken bus" is a gringo term that expats and tourists have tried to coin here ... Bringing it from mexico. The school buses are just called the "regular" buses or "slow bus".
Yeah, kind of a derogatory term...Asi son esas gentes cuando visitan nuestros paises. " Don't drink the water, chicken buses, bad roads, watch out for everyone, blah, blah"...As if tnere is no crime in their own countries.
@@olchat2012 he was just stating facts, dont be salty mate
@@olchat2012 where did he say there is no crime in America?
So how do I transport my gallinas in Nica?
I live in Esteli, Nicaragua 🇳🇮 💕
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I am an Ohio born gringo with a Nica novia hermosa.
She works in San Jose CR and today is our 2- yr anniversary. She is also from Esteli and I very much want to go there within the next few months.
Nice, I am from Granada
My mom is from Esteli! Funny my mom has the same last name as you! Just went there for the first time in June! I was born and raised in the U.S. It’s a beautiful City! 🇳🇮
Awww thank u so much for came to my country, im absolutely happy 😊❤come again as soon as u can, your welcome.
Teka Pra are u from Nicaragua also
@@aidendezzer8232 yep
Same
My family is from Nicaragua but I was born and raised in FL. We used to go over there every summer for weeks as I was growing up so I pretty much know how it is over there. This video is an amazing explanation of how life is over there. This is a must see video before you go. Thank you for speaking so highly of a forgot Central American country.
Is that we're all the Nicaraguans are? I've only met one Nicaraguan in Dallas.
Awww Thank you so much for talking about my beautiful country!! 😍😍😍
It is realyyyy beatifull
Gorgeous..I was thinking of going to Costa Rico..but now it's between Nicaragua,ecuador and Panama..
That's my Country!
I really really love the way you express about my HOME my People, You know Maje... Ja ja ja! You are the best Gringo I have never sawn before....! Muy Tuani tu video...
kelly cortez I feel you. I’m from there too! Gallo pinto is the best “ Maje” !!!!
I haven’t seen the words tuani and maje since I left Nicaragua in 97! That’s awesome haha
Leon, Granada, San Juan Del Sur, Corn Island, Chinandega súper beautiful.
Jinotepe is my favorite :D
Jaja se te soltó el acento de teclado español xd
@@mariom3077 :/
También Laguna de perlas
Jinotega & Matagalpa are amazing. Central Nicaragua is the best weather in the world
I lived in Nicaragua for 1,5 years in total and there are some things I would like to add/correct.
1. If you're wearing flip flops in public don't be surprised if you get some weird looks from the locals since really the only time they wear them are in their houses. So it would kind of be like if you went out in public in your slippers.
2. You can exchange 20, 50, even 100 bills at special shops/stores that offer exchange services. You don't have to go to the bank and have your passport but you might have to do some scouting to find one of them.
If you're in luck you could walk into a normal store/pharmacy and they might be nice enough to exchange your dollars for córdobas. Just pay attention what rate they are giving you. Look it up on the internet before you go and exchange. The actual value that they but on the dollars is usually slightly lower than the rate that you see on the internet because it takes a few weeks for the local markets to adapt.
3. If you're in Granada you can drink the tap water. The tap water in Granada is way cleaner than the water in other cities in Nicaragua.
And if you have a strong and steady stomach you can give it a go and you can drink the tap water from other places as well.
But also be careful with eating ice cream and local beverages with ice since it's not purified water.
4. Be street smart! Keep an eye on your things don't flash your money up in the air. Be careful with taxi drivers that really are on you and give you a offer that seems to good to be true. Travel with registered and official taxi drivers. They'll have a taxi ID and you'll be able to differentiate then from the non-official taxis.
5. I'd argue that baseball isn't the most popular sport in Nicaragua. I'd say football is (or soccer). Because if you look everywhere on the streets the kids are playing football and all my nicaraguan male friends do as well. I really only have one friend who follow MLB. I'd agree that boxing is 2nd because when a nicaraguan is fighting internationally EVERY TV in EVERY house that you walk by will be watching that fight.
6. Don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua! This is what happened to me. I went there and the people, the food, the way they do things. Basically the whole culture is so different in a really good way from the western modern world. Go to Nicaragua if you haven't already!
For good dollar exchange,go to el carmen in Managua and ask for "el gato" he will give you a god price for your dollars,better than any bank,or hotel,but go during week days when the regular "coyotes" are there,do not go on the week ends,my father inlaw got robed there on a week end by punks pretending to be real "coyotes".In general the term "coyote" is to nickname a man or a woman who exchanges money in the "black market" or unofficial market.It is done usually in the open street,and cops or security people in Nicaragua will not interfere with this kind of business.
9410besi I think baseball is the most popular sport people like to follow, watch on tv or listen to on the radio. Playing on the street soccer is easier for kids than baseball. About walking around in flip flops in the streets I don't know how it is now since I haven't gone back in years but back in the day you were never looked down on it.
9410besi ..... i havent gone to nicaragua but i have visited costa rica... which many tell me is quite similar.... i would agree soccer is number one all over central america! I also do not suggest flip flops unless you want a sunburn on your feet- plus... i walked almost everywhere so having flip flops on- well no good! And in costa rica when they talk of chicken bus.... well we took a tour up to tabacon hot springs & half way there we stopped at a place where you could buy chicken drumsticks to eat!!!
Totally agree after 2 years of living
I don't know man, I have lived in Nicaragua my whole life and I go everywhere with my flip-flops.
Thank you so much for presenting a perfect summation of this spectacular country. I'll be returning to Nica in July for the second time, and your video brought a tear to the eye. Only Colombia and Nicaragua have that innocent brilliance of beauty that I've encountered, quite literally the world over.
A nature and scenery beyond expectations, and a local population that remain so proud within their limited finances,
predominantly.
I'll attempt a video on par with your own, simply to do justice to this amazing country and encourage further positive education to the foreigners who may wish to visit this paradise.
Cheers, from Australia.
don't go there now my dude theres open rebellion against the Ortegas trust me
@@mbb1489 how bout now?
@@mbb1489 muy peligroso esta viajar a Nic,es muy bonito pero los Sandinistas son peligrosos pierdes tu propiedad y tu invercion no conpres en ese paiz muchos estan vendiendo su propiedad no conpres por ahora
Volcan Maysaya 🇳🇮 mi linda Nicaragua (Managua /Tipitapa) Hey don’t stop at red stop light after 11pm lol you might get robbed 😂😂 Gallo pinto, queso frito and platano frito 👌🏼🤤
I'm Nicaraguan and I can say it is very accurate
Nicaragua can be safe but you have to also be careful where you go also. Not everywhere is safe.
I’ve beat up a lot of watch snatching kids. I had a Timex for the love a god!!!. They’ll jump your ass, don’t be afraid to start swinging on the children there man.
I'm from Nicaragua and yes, some of the bad neighborhoods are dangerous. However, as a tourist, there's no point in going to an ugly neighborhood.
I have been to Nicaragua 3 years ago and everything you said gave me huge flashbacks :) Especially the chicken busses, the Nica time, and seeing Granada :D
You mentioned the corn islands - little corn island is by far my favourite island I have ever been to :)
Angela Vlogs Yes little corn island is such a special place!
I'm glad you enjoyed our country
You are welcome to come back again I love my country I live in Canada I go there every year to my city Granada.
Lucky. I haven't been since I move to the States. I was 12 now I'm 30. It has change a lot. Grew up very humble but those were the best years of my life.
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Great video, and it is spot on! I am living in Nicaragua now, and am in the process of renovating my home here and turning it into the dream home that I never thought I could afford.
Viva Nicaragua!!!
5:30: "When people in the U.S think of Nicaragua they say 'the Sandinista's ward'"... Sadly, after April 2018 is something similar to back then.
Still a beautiful country thou, only try to avoid speaking about politics in public and you should be ok.
Bruh, you're trash talking about this country.
@@fredosama3466 why? If I've said something wrong please correct me.
@@fredosama3466 VIVA NICARAGUA LIBRE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jamas compares tu “revolucion” burguesa con la revolucion sandinista, salu2
MUERTE AL SANDINISMO, CORTINA DE HUMO,FUE LO QUE HICIERON CON LA REVOLUCION el video le quedo tuani al bro!
My wife and (then) 4-year-old son moved to Nicaragua on a whim in 2013 and lived there for a year. LOVED IT. Lived in both Granada (mostly) and Matagalpa (for a few months). We've been back twice in the years since. Can't wait to get back again! Other than a scooter we bought, but rarely used, we got around solely by chicken bus and taxi. The people...wow the people! Everyone was so nice and patient with us gringos. Just lovely people everywhere we went.
It is a very easy country to fall in love with, I have been there three times. Weather wise there is no bad time to go. I hope they can get over their internal difficulties ASAP, the people are so friendly as well.
I definitely agree with what you said with "don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua". We came here expecting to be here for a month and 8 months later we don't want to leave!
Nicaragua my country. Best place in the world (for me). There's no place like home. Great review 👍👍👍
I agree
Man u r so positive and made such a nice fun video thank u so much! Keep up a great Nica spirit! I am about to visit it this winter ! Surf trip:)
You forgot to mention Spanish School! That's a really fun activity and good way to connect with locals that most tourists miss out on. Lago Azul in San Juan del Sur is the best.
Matt Stone what does it cost per week or per month amigo?
Best place to get quesillos is La Paz Centro, León
Nagarote is the best place to get quesillos. 😊
Best quesillos while I lived in Nicaragua were made by an old lady selling them near the fresco stand at ANS school during lunch. Wish I knew how these were made so I could try to recreate them here in the States. But I was too young to realize I’d want to make them myself later in life!
Mario Chavarría my grand tia lila invented quesillos
Depends on where you go. I did a mission trip in Managua (the capital) and yes, there is still some tension. Another don't I'll just add concerning clothing is don't wear anything camouflage! You will get stopped and asked a heck ton of questions. Never happened to me, but it was one of the first things we were told for packing clothes
Wolfy Works Music You're absolutely right, leave that camoflague boonie hat HOME.
I love thast you mention baseball. I'm a baseball guy. Sounds like Nicaragua will be fun. Famous baseball player from Nicaragua: Dennis Martinez.
TheGeoScholar Dennis Martinez was a "BOXER"
PEACE LOVE Seriously...? Dennis Martinez is a former MLB player. He was the first Nicaraguan baseball (pitcher) to play in the majors.
Thus the national baseball park in Managua (capital city) was named in his honor
TheGeoScholar yess if you come you might want to make sure to go to the stadium in Managua city it os beautiful and we have so many things
TheGeoScholar I met denis martinez Im from nicaragua I think almost anyone from nicragua know him
"Nika time" all the time baby 😂❤🇳🇮
Nicoya hasta la poya! ✊🇳🇮
Glad to find a video on my country because it’s truly beautiful 🇳🇮💙
I love your country and the people. Governments and nations could learn much from it's citizens.
When you're Nicaraguenze and come to watch this video. Great Info. I've traveled from Texas and Nicaragua since I was 3, I'm 20 years old now and both of my parents are from here. It's a beautiful place, and the locals really do love to interact with the tourist that come by. But just a heads up! Restaurants do charge more for tourist because you're paying in Dollars! YOU'RE WELCOME! I recommend visiting Selva Negra, it's a few miles away from Managua, but it's so nice and cool. You're up in the mountains and you get an amazing view from Matagalpa.
Athziri Rojas do you have an insta or twitter so i can ask more ? my grandparents visit all the time but i’ve never been
Same, im from Houston and travel to nica all the tims
felix masis how is it ? i wanna visit im also from houston 😂
@@daaammnyoufr im going on the 17th of next month. Its beautiful. The beach is nothing like galveston. Depending on where your going, the climate varies, managuavis hot, but matagalpa gets nice and cold at night certain times of the year
Best thing he said was don't be surprised if you fall in love with Nicaragua. So true! I know many people from US and Canada who have visited my country and have fallen in love how can you not right?
I love this video so much! I miss Nicaragua and seeing this made me feel happy! You're a great guy , it was so kind of you to talk so amazing about my beautiful country 💙💙💙
Nicaragua is absolutely amazing! There are another interesting city's in the country side as we call them . In the north side Jinotega probably is the coldest city with beautiful mountains ,river and waterfall and terrific views also Esteli. Without forget the middle side Boaco and Jinotega ! What country it is!
Thanks bro! ¡Arriba Nicaragua!
Would love to see more Latin America!
Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Colombia, Peru, Jamaika, Brazil, Peru, Chile and Argentinia please :)
This is not latin america. Corn island is the caribbean
Aww! That was my favorite documentary ever of my beautiful country. Thank you for all the love you express. Being one of the poorest countries, is always looked at from far and very much ignored. I left the country as a child do to the war, as lost many love ones and almost lost my life, but I sure hope to visit home again soon! THANK YOU!!
Just got back from Nicaragua. I stayed at Verdad Resort and spent a day in Granada, and it was very safe, clean, and friendly. And yes, Nica time is a thing, lol. Food is incredible and people are very nice. Also, there is no need for makeup and hair products as it is super humid, and it won't make a difference, lol. If you pay in US dollars, they will give change in cordobas FYI.
I live in Bluefields Nicaragua, beautifull video! 🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮
I love Nicaragua! Found property, built a home and moved here. The tap water is fine. The temperature depends on where you are. I’m in the north near Jinotega and it gets cold. It all depends on the altitude. Been in the buses dozens of times. Never once have I seen a chicken. A load of plantains, yes, but no chickens. Nicaragua is beautiful, safe, and cheap.
You say “remember back ...” I still see the yellow bus school everyday in USA
One tip about Managua, be mindful of personal security if visiting Mercado Orientale.
I'm half Nicaragua and Puerto Rico but I live in the United states and I wanted to see what my culture was like and what does it look like
tekashi akunekun if you’ve never been to Nicaragua, I HIGHLY suggest you go; I’m Nicaraguan myself & it has extremely beautiful views and varieties of fun activities to do while being there, & not only that but it has beautiful culture & history behind it.
tekashi akunekun Same, My dad is Puerto Rican and my mom is Nicaraguan. I’ve been to Nicaragua ever since I was little because I have a lot of family there. It really is amazing.
•Joanna Cardona• go and soon...you are missing a lot...no idia!!!
Same I love everything about being Nicaraguan the food, the culture, and most Nicaraguans I’ve met are really nice but I’m going to Nicaragua next summer I can’t wait
tekashi akunekun well here in nicaragua were very loving and we welcome people.we like make others feel like home
Thank you for sharing this video. It's great to see people enjoying this wonderful country. I am Nica, grew up in the States, and haven't visited much. You sharing this video has made me realized how much I want to go back to Nicaragua, takes my kids and show them our roots and have fun...
So nice to see this video of my country, thank you so much for visiting 👌😊 Hope to see tourists take a chance to visit and fall in 💕
Im Nicaraguan! Loved your video, the perspectives, the "Nica time" so real so epic 😂💙
VIVA NICARAGUAAAAA!! 🔵⚪🔵
God bless Nicaragua ❤
I'm very proud of my country, Nicaragua. I highly recommend people to visit the Pacific and Central Region as well as the Caribbean Coast. It is indeed very cheap and safe to explore.
José ministerial de aguaviva
I'm interested in your country's Carribean coast. If I read correctly, the Carribean Coast offers has dark skies at night.
Thank you for speaking the truth about my country ❤️🙏
thanks for coming here and saying those polite things about us. I'm really happy you'd been here.
i an nicoya and i went there in 2016 and its really fun there and i LOVED it
The buses are amazing! I wish we had a bus system as efficient and reliable. I mean you can put out your hand and catch a bus anywhere on the road.
Great video about my beautiful country👍🏼❤️🙏🏼!!! Quesillos are my favorites 👍🏼
Gracias sean bienvenidos todos
esto es un paraíso por descubrir, imágenes de un poema hecho realidad, son las historias que de viejo vas a contar con una sonrisa en tu cara
Safest country in Central America, not Latin. Having lived there for 7 years, I can tell you that the tap water is fine in most places, particularly big cities. The problem is they put too much chlorine in the water and thus makes it not very tasty, which is why they recommend bottled, but fine to drink. In the countryside its a different story however. Street food though can give you the runs if your not used to it, but its so good that sometimes its worth the risk.
having said that,still, don't drink the tap water there unless you're dying of thirst. Infrastructure is unreliable and the water if it's fine one day, may not be fine the next. (if it's running)
I say drink the tap water as soon as you get better so your body gets used to it after only like 3 days. That's what I do when I visit lol
My favorite place in the world! Nowhere will you find such beautiful people.
Don’t forget to watch Wolter’s videos before you travel.
I have spent quite a bit of time in Nicaragua (I am here right now), and I have always drunk the tap water and have never had any problems. The tap water here is quite clean. In some other countries, you should definitely boil the water. Here it's fine.
And also for Easter week is the best time to go to the Atlantic Coast am from pearl lagoon is like little Jamaica party
Proud of my country Nicaragua.. Glad I was born their and raise in NYC. I'm Nicaraguan American. Love your video thanks for those who do not understand the lifestyle of Nicaragua or Central America as a whole. Blessings
I love your video and thanks for highlighting the beauty of Nicaragua and that everyone knows its beauty thanks and good video greetings
i walked on the roofs on the cathedral, ziplining, met family, went to the farm, went to the beach, went to the schools and markets and played soccer with the locals. very fun place if you know a little spanish
Don't forget your surfboard so you can surf Nicaragua
Charlie don't surf; I'm only interested in the diving... Got any recs?
As an American, I do agree with this list. One thing I want to add is the tipping still applies to delivery services such as pizza or food in general. One thing I did not know when I moved out when I was eighteen was that the "delivery fee" was not a tip to the driver! They do not get any of the delivery fees so you'll need to tip15-20% on that too. However, chain fast food places do not accept tips such as McDonald's, Taco Bell, Fazolis, Dunkin Donuts, Burger King etc.
Hahaha @ "Yes, that is lava." Another great video!
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I suffer from lavaphobia 🤤🤤🤤
Nicaragua is without a doubt a wonderful country of lakes and volcanoes, I have had the joy of visiting it several times🙄 ... But as a good Costa Rican I am, I invite you to visit this country located in the south of Nicaragua, you will live unforgettable experiences!😃👌🏼
Ummm Bluefields and surrounding areas are beautiful. How you gonna diss my town? Lol
nicaragualifestyles.info
Lmao you from bluefields too?
Black people
I’m happy that you enjoyed Nicaragua! I can’t wait to go back to my country! I miss my Gallo Pinto and quesillo! 🇳🇮
Me 2
I love your videos, man. This one is amazing. Though, in Managua; everyone drinks tap water. Which freaks me out, because here in Guatemala; no one does that. Amazing pictures. Thank you for sharing. And yeah, Toña is good!
I live here...I just bought a house here and I love it..really humble and I was born here but I lived in Miami for 30 years but it’s cheap to live here and I love it..safe place to stay..thanks for posting this video.
The best Ron= Flor de caña and our best friends Victoria and toña...!
my mom is from nicaragua & I went when I was 10. I plan on going this winter. I can’t wait it was beautiful.
Unfortunately, Nicaragua has gotten very, very bad in recent times due to political violence-even though the American news media is quiet about it. Nicaragua's tourist industry has literally died out. Daniel Ortega has out-Somozaed Somoza lately.
bigverybadtom Thank you for bringing this up. It is so sad that the American Media is not highlighting the bullshit that Sandinistas are doing. Killing and ripping off the poor people of Nicaragua.
Cierto... Yup
Hey, it’s not that bad anymore, there’s certain places like San Juan del Sur, where I live where all you did was hear of stuff happening in the capital. Please everybody don’t be put off by what’s happening in Managua and Masaya. There are loads of other places in Nicaragua that are only affected by loss of tourists, like my own town San Juan del Sur
I live in Leon and Leon still has a bunch of tour things going on all the time. They’ve got a lot of there tour things still open
Don’t believe the BS in the media. I was here through all the crap last April. US backed by CIA. The people here are beautiful and happy. If only the US would stop trying to start another war.
I’m from Nicaragua 🇳🇮 and I’m going in a month
De donde eres?
No US cash for local spending! Bring your debit card to get local currency at the ATM to be sure you're not getting ripped off with a shady exchange rate
Hi I'm from Nicaragua... Thanks to this 💓
I'm going to Nicaragua in 2 weeks 😁
I'm going in 5 days :D
Brandon Escorcia what part ?
Marie Quin I’m going too in like a week
Welcome to Nicaragua. I live here since August 2017.
I think I hate you..just kidding..
How nice it was to hear all that about my country. Gracias!!!
This looks a grate place to visit! Nice video.
ARMY 🥺 I'm from Nicaragua and yes is a very awesome place. But isn't free right now :(
Great
To Yoongx: Yes: Just like the "grate" United States is now with the new shrill and shriek of the Democrat administration of
Awww I absolutely loved your video on my beautiful country ❤️ I really appreciate your genuine observations and love for our culture
Like si eres nicaragüense
My favorite place in the whole world. ❤❤❤
My Beautiful country, excellent vídeo
Nicaragua is so beautiful 🇳🇮❣️❣️... I'm 100% pinolero 🇳🇮🇳🇮
Very nice review of the country! Greats videos of Nicaragua. Loved this sections....the donts.. jajja amazing....."dont freak out" jajja lovely....by the way, Im nicaraguan
Are the corn islands a must see? Cause its super expensive and i need to travel to the other side of the country for that, is it much diffirent than the beaches on the west side?
Marie Quin its totally different, deffenetly a must see. And its not expensive.remember in nicaragua 30 cords is 1 dollar. Im am from there 😊
I was born in The Dominican Republic and grew up in Miami USA but I am in love with Nicaragua.
I don't do Managua at all,for me I prefer places like diriomo,diria,Granada and places like that.
My wife parents are from Nicaragua and I can't wait for us to move over there for good.
My mom is from here she was born in the capital
Turtle Cutie :3 my dad was born There too
Come to nicaragua, it’s beautiful. I’m a local. I mean I live here but I’m American
Hi ! Very nice to know you like our country after all this crazy thing that went on.I'm nicaraguan, raised in florida.live here for now, but looking forward to going back to fla.
I've never had a problem drinking the water in Managua.
You're ballsy Cary and I like that lol
Omg, I'm amazed you never had a problem drinking the water from here.I actually do.sometimes I get a stomach ache if I drink any water.I wish having a strong stomach and getting used to a few things of my country.
I personally am from Managua I’m going in 1 week I can’t wait 😊
I always want to start Vloging when I watch your videos! Great content.
Have you ever been to Santiago Chile? Interested to hear your thoughts.
+Successful Minds was in Santiago a few times. Well worth visiting.
I was there just last month! I love it! Can’t wait to be back
Yes, Nicaragua is a safe place. It's one of the reasons I decided to visit after the 1st of the year. Not only is it safe but it's very cheap. In fact, it's second to Haiti in terms of income in the Western Hemisphere so things will be very cheap. I can't wait to go!
Bill Green go to Russia is bettet there:).... just kiddind
Please stop making Nicaragua so recognized....then things wont be cheap and fun anymore!
Cristina Bohorquez I agree with you, then it will become expensive like Mexico or Costa Rica
Bill Green
You can't call Nicaragua safe.
Sure, if you stay in Granada and Leon, only wander around during daylight it is safe, but other than that, not really.
F. Walter true especially right now with the police and Sandinistas attacking elders, teens, just anyone protesting against them. I love my country but the government is becoming a dictatorship. I feel safe when I go out at night there. I have had just one bad experience but it was during daytime. The guy was trying to steal my dads phone while he was talking on it. My cussed him out though. Our house there has been stolen from a few times but that was because we didn’t have security.
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I got robbed one night in Managua after three man threw stones at my head..
But you're right, but honestly, I just wouldn't travel to Nicaragua right now..
Thanks for the helpful info! I'm going to Nicaragua in a few weeks for a work trip so this makes me feel less nervous about traveling lol.
Welcome to this country! I'm sure you'll love it!