Nicaragua 2011

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Why Nicaragua?

Like Malaysia (2009) and Yucutan (2007), it met our criteria: slightly exotic but not dangerous; a wide variety family activities including natural and man-made; not too difficult nor too expensive to get to; some tourist infrastructure without being "touristy"; relatively low prices. As a bonus I can use my Spanish, and the kids will pick some up. We'll fly from RDU to Managua using American Airlines frequent flier miles.

On our way tomorrow. This morning I ran a clothesline in the garage, hung up everyone's clothes, and sprayed them with permethrin insect repellent. Will pack this evening.

We're excited and stressed, as usual for departure eve.

We're not planning to cover much ground once we get there. We'll start in Granada, go to Isla Ometepe for 8 days, then back to Granada for a week in a rented house. The map is at http://g.co/maps/a7y5w.

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