Going to nicaragua for december need tips?

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Adriana R

well theres lots to do in nicaragua ...im from miami but was born in nicaragua n i have been traveling there since i was 11 i am now 18....well u can go to any near by clubs you should probably go with any family members or freinds ....you can visit las isletas is real pretty, u can go to montalimar which is a resort really nice too, u can go to masaya n wow theres many places u can go n u DONT NEED A GUN!!!! u just need to be careful the places u choose obviously if ur a girl n u see a place full of men n dark u shouldnt go in so have fun enjoy im goin in dec as well from nov 29 - dec 15 is a nice climate not too hot or too cold u can also catch la griteria is really nice tradition lots of fireworks very pretty

well hope u enjoy i kno i will!!!!

elid1979

Nicaragua is a cool country, best thing is that its also cheap.
avoid the capital Managua as there is really nothing to do there, its a rather sad city , no high buildings and underdeveloped due to repetitive earthquakes and bloody civil war (that ended about 10 years ago)
My favourate place was Lago Ometepe, which is a beautiful lake, i spend a week there, nothing much to do, just chill and get away from civilization, go swimming, live in one of the many hostals and organic farms there.
The best city is Grenada, some nice things to do, good atmosphere, nice places to go out, and its about one hour by bus from the capital.
I heard good things about Leon in the north, but never had the time to stop there.
Have fun!

Wayne G

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Street crime is prevalent in Managua including pick-pocketing and armed robbery. These occur most frequently on crowded urban buses and in open markets, especially Mercado Oriental. Take precautions and do not walk around with large amounts of cash or wearing expensive jewelry. Make sure you carry your backpack or purse close to you in front of your body and men should carry their wallets in their front pockets. Gang activity is on the rise and gang violence is becoming more common in ManaguaвЂ™s rough neighborhoods. Do not enter these neighborhoods. Upon arrival, ask your coordinator or host family which neighborhoods and areas of Managua you should avoid.

After dark, it is advisable to take taxis instead of walking. Make sure that the taxi has a red license plate, and that the taxi cooperative name and number are on the outside of the vehicle. Agree on a price before entering the cab. Make sure to have small bills as many taxis do not have change for larger bills. Ask the taxi driver not to pick up other fares. Once in the cab, lock your doors and put your valuables out of sight. It is best to use the buddy system and avoid being alone in isolated areas or at night. When traveling it is best to restrict your travel to daylight.

Political demonstrations and strikes are commonplace in Managua. While it is normal be curious about these situations, it is adviseable to completely avoid the area when they are taking place because many times they turn violent.
http://www.isep.org/students/placed/handbook_before_going.asp?country=34

Managua, Nicaragua
epicenter of crime in Nicaragua

experienced rising levels of violence and criminality throughout 1990s

40% of all crimes in Nicaragua committed in Managua вЂ“ half of these reported crimes considered violent

nature of violence and violent crime shifts from political violence and civil war to crime and delinquency
Pandillas вЂ“ youth gangs вЂ“ in Managua

now a prevalent and widespread phenomenon вЂ“ growing rapidly

currently more than 110 pandillas with approximately 8,000 members
concentrated in lower-class barrios вЂ“ poverty and lack of opportunity drive membership
territorially based in specific neighbourhoods
defend territory as a source of identity and pride

Lower class barrio in Managua
Pandillas commit variety of crime, often employing firearms

responsible for disproportionate share of criminal activity

commit 50% of all crimes in Nicaragua and 60% of all crimes in Managua
violence and gang warfare prevalent

robbery, mugging, pick-pocketing and involvement in
drug trade among other criminal activities
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/focus/youth_gun/managua9_e.htm

Violent crime is escalating in the Atlantic coastal regions and the Corn Islands, and the Nicaraguan National Police do not have the resources to combat it. The U.S. Embassy in Managua has received reports of numerous crimes against residents and tourists in the region and now prohibits personnel from traveling to the area, with limited exceptions.

http://www.worldtravelwatch.com/05/09/nicaragua-violent-crime-in-atlantic-coastal-regions.html

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