Nicaragua is a wonderful cultural experience, especially in December. In Leon, one can experience La Griteria, a celebration of Mary’s immaculate conception, marvel at the humongous dancing dolls called Gigantonas, or join the locals in ringing in the New Year by burning a life-sized mannequin filled with fireworks. It also has beautiful islands, volcanos, and canyons.

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My 5 Favorite Things In Leon, Nicaragua

Here's a list of my favorite things in Leon, Nicaragua.  We spent the entire month Read more

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Heat radiated from the makeshift grill standing crookedly beside the sidewalk.  The early afternoon was already hot.  On the grill

How To Not Go Trick-Or-Treating In Leon, Nicaragua

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Are the looks from strangers different this morning? Is there another meaning behind the stares from locals as I stumble

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I turned over on the grass to lay on my back. The moon had disappeared beyond the horizon. The winds

How To Hand Wash Clothes NICA Style In 5 Steps

Strong gusts of wind are swirling through Leon, Nicaragua today. Mangoes blown out from the trees hit the metal roof with a

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Some say he is crazy, others say he is wise.  He is a hermit known as the "rock man" and

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I am learning more every day that we need a whole lot less than we think we need. I’m also

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"You will get sick," they said. "Last year, one of the little boats capsized and a lot of people died,"

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The bike slid and I saw it all happen in slow motion. Our bodies approached the dusty rocky road surface and I

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The look of hope in her eyes broke my heart. Just a moment ago she lay there sleeping in the