Leon: The city with the most writers in the World?

The city with the most writers in the world? León, Nicaragua is quietly earning a bold reputation: it may be the city with the most local writers in Central America ,and possibly even the world. While most visitors come for its colonial architecture, volcanoes, or vibrant political murals, those who stay long enough quickly discover […]

Top things to do on Ometepe

Things to do on Ometepe Nicaragua

Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. In this blog we want to share our favorite things to do on Ometepe. Ometepe is a magical blend of fire and water and lies in the heart of Lake Nicaragua, the largest freshwater lake in Central America. This beautiful island is formed […]

10 Reasons why you should add Nicaragua to your bucketlist

Hiking the El Hoyo volcano

Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. Nicaragua has captured my heart, and we can’t wait to share why it belongs on your travel list too. From untouched volcanoes to Caribbean vibes, here are the top reasons why you should travel to Nicaragua. 1. The warmth of the friendly locals […]

Top things to do in León

On top of the Basilica Cathedral in Leon

Hola! I’m Margreet, and together with Leonel I run Mono Loco Adventures. León has stolen both our hearts quite literally. Every adventure I’m about to share, we’ve experienced ourselves. Some were thrilling, some cultural, some deeply romantic. I first met Leonel during a tour here in León, and from that moment our love story began. […]

Nicaragua a multi-etnic country

Nicaragua is a land rich in cultural diversity, home to many different ethnic groups, languages, and traditions that create a unique and vibrant society. This Central American country has a long history of diverse peoples living together, each contributing their customs, beliefs, and ways of life to the nation’s identity. From the Mestizo majority to […]

The mysterious path of the Americas

Deep within the southeastern jungles of Nicaragua, an ancient path winds through lush wilderness, flanked by untamed life and echoing with forgotten legends. This path, once traversed by conquerors, dreamers, and scientists alike, is the Río San Juan, a river that carries within its waters the untold story of a continent still beating with mystery. […]