Nicaragua Tourism News

Vacation in tropical luxury and enjoy morning yoga sessions outdoors overlooking the harbor of San Juan del Sur. Like to sleep a little later? Schedule private yoga sessions at your convenience. A new series of yoga classes starts February 6, 2012.

The Presidential Delegate for Investments received a high-level delegation of officials from the Government of Thailand with the objective of strengthening ties and promoting the development of economic relations between both countries.

PRONicaragua, the official investment promotion agency of Nicaragua, recently stated that the country received two foreign business groups this past electoral weekend interested in investing in the country.

A total of 40 European companies coming from Italy and Spain, and numerous foreign investors already established in Nicaragua attended the Nicaragua.Europe event.

Nicaragua will be participating in the International Expo Yeosu Korea 2012, which will be held from May 12th through August 12th, with the objective of promoting the country as an up-and-coming tourism and investment destination.

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) in a recent report stated that Nicaragua was the country with the second highest increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Central American region in 2011.

The Nicaraguan Tourism Board organized a national event from March 2nd to the 12th to promote skydiving in the country’s tourism hotspots.

Rancho Santana, a 2,700 acre residential community located throughout five beaches in Rivas, Nicaragua, recently announced its plans to continue its investment in the country by constructing a boutique hotel in its current location.

Free rock concert at Villas de Palermo on February 10, 2012 to support the 2012 Pitaya Festival. Hit Managua band "Cables Pelau" heats up at 8:30PM poolside at Villas de Palermo. Free transportation available from San Juan del Sur.

Vacation in tropical luxury and enjoy morning yoga sessions outdoors overlooking the harbor of San Juan del Sur. Like to sleep a little later? Schedule private yoga sessions at your convenience. A new series of yoga classes starts February 6, 2012.

The Nicaragua Tourism Board recently reported that over one million foreign visitors came to Nicaragua during 2011, an increase of 8.4 percent over the previous year.

Mario Salinas, Minister of Tourism in Nicaragua, recently participated in the Latin American Conference for Tourism Ministers and Businessmen, during which he presented Nicaragua’s competitive advantages and investment opportunities.

As part of Nicaragua’s marketing and promotional activities abroad, the National Tourism Board is currently participating in the 42nd edition of the Vakantiebeurs Fair.

The Presidential Delegate for Investments received a high-level delegation of officials from the Government of Thailand with the objective of strengthening ties and promoting the development of economic relations between both countries.

According to a recent announcement of the Nicaraguan Tourism Board, tourism figures in Nicaragua increased four percent during 2011, with more than 1.05 million visitors, establishing a new historic record in tourism arrivals.

Nicaragua was recently ranked as one of the top ten best value destinations for 2011by Lonely Planet, one of the largest travel guide book and digital media publisher owned by BBC Worldwide.

PRONicaragua, the official investment promotion agency of Nicaragua, recently stated that the country received two foreign business groups this past electoral weekend interested in investing in the country.

A total of 40 European companies coming from Italy and Spain, and numerous foreign investors already established in Nicaragua attended the Nicaragua.Europe event.

PRONicaragua inaugurated the first business encounter between Nicaragua and Europe titled Nicaragua.Europe 2011, during which a total of 40 European companies attended from countries such as Italy and Spain.

The Nicaraguan Tourism Board announced that tourism arrivals reached 432 thousand between January and May 2011, an increase of 4 percent in comparison to the same period in 2010, which reported 416 tourists.

The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), in its 35th session in Paris, France, recently voted to add the Cathedral of León, in Nicaragua, to the World Heritage List.

The Embassy of Nicaragua in Washington D.C. and the Nicaraguan Tourism Board (INTUR, for its acronym in Spanish) successfully showcased Nicaragua’s art, culture and cuisine during the fourth annual Around the World Embassy Tour.

Nicaragua’s International Airports Administration Company recently announced plans to invest up to US$7 million in the construction of an international airport in Ometepe Island in order to foster the development of the local tourism industry.

Paramount Pictures chose Nicaragua’s San Juan del Sur bay and its surrounding beaches as the ideal locations for its movie, Destination Wedding.

During 2010, Nicaragua positioned itself as a leading country in a number of key international indicators that have highlighted the country as an attractive investment destination.

The Hotel Opportunities in Latin America Conference (HOLA) is designed to provide an annual meeting place for hotel executives, investors, lenders and developers who are interested in Latin America’s hotel market.

PRONicaragua recently announced the figures of foreign direct investment attracted by the country in 2010, which reached US$508 million, a 17 percent increase when compared to investment attracted in 2009, corresponding to US$434 million.

Brides have four new choices for destination weddings in San Juan del Sur. Villas de Palermo offers new pricing and dramatic amenities for every wedding couple. Fireworks, plumed samba dancers, gourmet meals and sunset cruises make this day special.

Nicaragua’s Second International Tourism Fair, FENITUR 2011, is being organized by the Nicaraguan National Chamber of Tourism (CANATUR) and AC Eventos, with support from the Nicaraguan Tourism Board (INTUR).

Adriana Dorn, Miss Nicaragua 2011, has enthusiastically taken on her new role as a public figure and has expressed her desire to continue promoting the country abroad as an ideal destination for tourism and investment.

Air Nicaragua, Nicaragua’s new airline, recently announced it will begin operating with two Boeing 737-300 aircrafts with connections supported in Havana, Cuba; Caracas, Venezuela; and Mexico.

Nicaragua improved three positions in the 2011 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index, published by the World Economic Forum (WEF), compared to data published in 2009.

Nature Air, a Central American airline for adventure travel, inaugurated its new route from Liberia, Costa Rica, to Managua, Nicaragua, this past Thursday March 3rd.

According to the International Airports Administration Company of Nicaragua (EAAI, for its acronym in Spanish), the flow of tourists in the airport terminals inside the country will increase between seven and eight percent this year.

According to government sources, once the four seaplanes begin to operate in Nicaragua, they will be handling routes to Ometepe Island, San Carlos, Pearl Lagoon, Corn Island, Coco River and the Gulf of Fonseca, among other destinations.

The Emmy award-winning reality TV show, Survivor, recently announced during its 21st season finale episode “Survivor: Nicaragua” that the 22nd season will also take place in the Nicaragua.

Spin Productions International S.A., una empresa productora de eventos fundada hace dos años por jóvenes nicaragüenses, anunció recientemente la formación de una alianza con MSHK Group London.

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Nicaragua has been presented as an unsafe and unstable country by media outlets and public personalities who don’t really back up their statements with credible sources, therefore feeding a false perception of the country.

The Government of Nicaragua recently announced its plan to construct a small airstrip in Ometepe Island to boost the island’s tourism.

Things are seldom what they seem; perception is not the same as reality. Some say perception defines our view of the world, but there is something much stronger, KNOWING

Pelican Eyes Hotel and Resort, located on Nicaragua's Pacific Coast, is now offering significant discounts during the month of October with their new Advance Reservations Discount Program.

Nicaragua´s "Vivian Pellas" Metropolitan Hospital (HMVP for its acronym in Spanish) recently became an accredited hospital by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the certifying organization of major hospitals worldwide.

The positive results in Nicaragua’s economic behavior during the last five years have granted the country international recognition regarding it as an ideal destination for foreign investment.

Destination Weddings Nicaragua Launched a New Website! Picturesque and Unique Destination Weddings should be Effortless and now they are! Weddings Nicaragua has the planner that will take care of you from the moment you arrive in country.

Ometepe Island, located in Lake Nicaragua, recently became Nicaragua's third place in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves.

International rankings by prestigious institutions have recognized Nicaragua not only as one of the safest destinations in the region, but also as the fastest country in which to start a business and the country that best protects its investors.

Nicaragua has been chosen as the new location for Spain's version of the reality show Survivor (Supervivientes) Season 11, expected to air in May 2010.

Last night, General Manager, Ray Soto, and his team hosted a wedding reception for 150 guests at round tables bordering the pool and overlooking the bay of San Juan del Sur. Fireworks entertained the crowd, who danced to live music into the morning.

Nicaragua launches first international tourism fair.

Palermo Hotel and Resort recently reduced prices for a package aimed at Costa Rican Expats. The "72 hour Visa Renewal Getaway" package remains very popular with Costa Rican expats who need to leave Costa Rica to renew their visas every 90 days.

PRONicaragua, the official investment promotion agency of Nicaragua, and the Nicaraguan Tourism Board participated successfully in this year’s edition of the International Tourism Fair.

Central American paradise, a genuine, affordable destination

Ray Soto joins Palermo Hotel and Resort with more than 30 years of international hospitality experience.