Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Recommended Vaccinations
There are no obligatory vaccinations for Nicaragua, with the exception of Yellow Fever for travelers
arriving from affected areas. However, you may consider getting typhoid and hepatitis shots before you
set out. Some travelers also choose to take anti-malaria medications.
Insurance
Nicaragua is an unpredictable kind of place and infrastructure is poor, so travel insurance is always a
good idea. Health care is cheap, so you're really only going to need travel insurance in the case of hos-
pitalization or a big emergency. Make sure your bill covers emergency helicopter evacuation, full cov-
erage for lost luggage and, if you're into it, extreme sports.
Worldwide travel insurance is available at www.lonelyplanet.com/travel_services . You can buy, ex-
tend and claim online any time, even if you're already on the road.
Internet Access
Internet access on the Pacific coast is fast (US$0.70 to US$1 per hour), cheap and widely available
even in small towns. The Caribbean coast has slightly slower, slightly more expensive internet service,
which is not widely available. Top-end hotels mostly have 'business centers' and often connections for
laptops, and wi-fi, in rooms. The computer icon used in hotel listings in this guide signifies that the
hotel has a computer with internet access available to guests free of charge.
Public wi-fi networks in restaurants and cafes are becoming more common, but are still rare outside
big cities. If you are going to be around for a while, consider purchasing a USB modem, which work
well in larger cities but are often very slow in rural areas.
Legal Matters
Nicaragua's police force is professional and visible, and very approachable by Central American stand-
ards. Some people advocate slipping traffic cops a 100-córdoba (US$4) bill with your ID to smooth out
minor traffic violations, but that could always backfire, and if you get caught with drugs or committing
a more serious crime, it won't be that easy to get away from the law.
Maps
Detailed maps are hard to find inside Nicaragua, so consider purchasing before you arrive if you plan
to get off the beaten track.
Intur ( www.intur.gob.ni ) Offices have tourist-oriented regional and city map.
 
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