Ever heard the saying “there are plenty more fish in the sea”? Little bit of an exaggeration nowadays, given the excessive rate of global fish consumption. Our insatiable appetite for seafood has seen certain species pushed to the brink of …
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At Jicaro reflecting on our roots
It’s been just a little over a decade since our founder Karen Emanuel spotted an “Island for sale” sign on a journey through Nicaragua. On any journey, it is important to look back and honor roots and so with this …
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One romantic getaway
One romantic getaway, two private islands – introducing Jicaro’s secret sister island on Lake Nicaragua The tale of Jicaro Island has become something of a legend since its opening. Whilst on vacation in Nicaragua in January of 2007, Karen Emanuel …
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Birds of Nicaragua, Part 2
The plush forests and pristine nature in Nicaragua has numerous gorgeous birds inhabiting them. The diversity and variety of birds in Nicaragua is remarkable, with 703 different species soaring the tropical skies. Continuing with last week’s post, here are a …
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Birds of Nicaragua,Part 1
Nicaragua is home to numerous awe-inspiring birds since it is the ecological bridge connecting North and South America. The biodiversity is strikingly vast, with 703 bird species inhabiting Nicaragua, and here is a short introduction to our flying family: The …
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When in Jicaro, Get Adventurous; Zip-Lining , Kayaking, and Volcano Boarding!
Longing for adventures never ends, even when you are on the road and travelling. In fact, the best active opportunities present themselves while one is gallivanting around this wondrous globe. In Nicaragua, there are uniquely tingling activities to experience: Zip …
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Eat, Pray , Love ; experience all in Jicaro
Elizabeth Gilbert’s book one woman’s search for everything across Italy, India and Indonesia narrates an envious journey. However, her travels require a tremendous time commitment, a tireless body, and a limitless credit card. Self discovery comes with a price! What …
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Come Fly With Us! History of the Zip Line
There are plenty of ways to see Nicaragua—by boat, plane, paddle board, by foot (to name a few.) But the best way is by zip line. Skimming over the trees, while a warm breeze fills your lungs with tropical air, …
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All the Cool Ecolodges are Doing It: How Jicaro Keeps Cool without A/C
“No air conditioning? In Nicaragua? Won’t we melt?!” Is something we hear a lot of from first time guests booking a stay at Jicaro. Luckily, their fears of melting in their sleep are qualmed the moment they step foot into …
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5 Things You Need to Know About Leon
Not too far from Jicaro lies one of Nicaragua’s most bustling, culturally rich cities—Leon—a place where poets dream and streetscapes stun. Alive with history and bustling with life, Leon is one of the world’s most interesting cities. Here are some …
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