Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
First Time Nicaragua
For more information, see
Survival Guide
Top Tips for Your Trip
Checklist
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Always go for a window seat in public transport,
the landscapes are absolutely breathtaking.
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Make sure your passport is valid
for at least six months
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Take some Spanish classes at the beginning of your
trip. Nicaraguans are outgoing and friendly but few
have foreign-language skills.
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Check latest visa requirements
online (
Click here
)
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Arrange travel insurance with
medical evacuation cover (
Click
here
)
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Hire local guides wherever possible, they're cheap
and you'll learn not only about the attraction you're
visiting but also about the culture.
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Inform your debit/credit card is-
suer that you are traveling to Central
America
What to Wear
The heat in Nicaragua can be oppressive, so you'll
probably spend most of your time in lightweight t-
shirts and shorts or cotton trousers. If you're heading
to the northern highlands, you'll probably make use
of a medium pullover for the cool evenings.
Note that in general, men in Nicaragua don't wear
shorts unless practicing sports. Go for jeans and
short-sleeved shirt or polo shirt if you are going out
with locals.
On the beach women going topless is almost never
acceptable and in rural areas bikinis may draw un-
wanted attention; consider swimming in shorts and a
t-shirt like the locals.
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Organize vaccinations against
hepatitis A and typhoid and consult
your doctor about malaria prophy-
lactics
What to Pack
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Sturdy walking shoes
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Comfortable sports sandals
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Insect repellent containing DEET
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An emergency supply of US dol-
lars in small bills
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A two-pronged electrical adapter
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A lightweight raincoat capable of
resisting tropical downpours
Sleeping
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Contact lens solution and other
personal toiletries
