Retire In Nicaragua

When choosing a retirement destination in Nicaragua, many expats are initially attracted to the Caribbean coast.

But not for long.

The Caribbean coast of Nicaragua is nothing like Cancun or Playa Del Carmen in Mexico.  There are very few facilities, it’s hard to find simple necessities, and the weather is completely different.

You’d even find it difficult to find a place to buy food. As such, most people settle to to the Pacific coast instead.  Exactly where depends on the lifestyle you’re after. Many gravitate to the beauty of Colonial Granada. 

Established in 1524, Granada is the oldest city in the Americas.  It’s also been called the most romantic city in the Americas too. With 118,00 people, there’s lots of opportunity for fun in Granada. Expats especially love the diverse array of restaurants – and the fact that they are so inexpensive too.

If you’re looking for fun in the sun among tourists, you may appreciate the thriving beach lifestyle of San Juan Del Sur. Or if you love the beach lifestyle but want to get far away from anything remotely close to a tourist trap, you’ll love the peace and tranquility of Rivas.

If you hate winter but don’t exactly love the heat, consider Esteli. Significantly cooler than Grenada, San Juan Del Sur, or Rivas, Esteli is a tobacco and cigar town with many North Americans.

Indeed, there’s something for everyone, even on a modest budget in Nicaragua.