Flashpackers #2-4

Homeward Bound Musings

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October 11th 2011
A few musings: Granada has plenty of tourism infrastructure, much more than say, Merida in Yucatan, Mexico. Although without some Spanish one would have some trouble getting around independently in either place. Now I understand why so many hotels and restaurants here are run by ex-pats, or natives who have lived overseas and returned. Srs. Victor and Carlos lived in the US for many years; Srs. ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Nicaragua » Southern Pacific Coast » Granada

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The Pacific Coast of Nicaragua was settled as a Spanish colony from Panama in the early 16th century. Independence from Spain was declared in 1821 and the country became an independent republic in 1838. Britain occupied the Caribbean Coast in the fir... ... read more