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"Where you count y ..." a San Juan del Sur Travel Page by Marie-France
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Marie-France   
Too many places to see, too little time!


Real Name: Marie-France Roy
Lives In: Toronto, CA
Member Since: Apr 03, 2003
VT Rank: 1007

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Where you count your days by the sunsets!

by Marie-France - last update: Nov 11, 2004

San Juan del Sur is on the Pacific side of Nicaragua. So, of course, you can't expect a white sand beach with turquoise water.

What you can expect is a laid back little town with a wide crescent-shaped beach which is great for swimming. Numerous little bars and restaurants line the beach and you can always get a cold beer, fruit shake or a fish dinner.

Apparently, there is a cruiseship that docks here every other week, but I was lucky enough not to see it! On weekdays, the beach is virtually empty. On week-ends, some tourists arrive (mostly Nicaraguans from the city) but there is still plenty of space everywhere.

Update Nov 11, 2004: Well, exactly a year ago I was here. I really miss this place. I met so many friendly people here. It was such a warm and relaxing place. Sigh.
Member Christian.Lafont and me.

Impromptu VT Meeting

This story is really amusing!

One morning, I had arranged to go on a short hike to a viewpoint with Laura, a girl I met while in San Juan. When she showed up, she said that this French guy from her hostel also wanted to join us.

So the three of us went for a sweaty but interesting walk up the hill, chatted for several hours, came back down, and only then (when Christian recommended that I check out his VT page) did I realize that I had just had a VT meeting without realizing it!!

What are the chances of running into another VT member in a not-so-well-known country such as Nicaragua? May be I should have bought a lottery ticket...

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Pros:"Laid back, good food, great sunsets and swimming beach"
Cons:"None"
In A Nutshell:"An off-the-beaten-path beach break"
Marie-France's San Juan del Sur Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
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Restaurants
Tips: 4 - Photos: 4
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
TransportationLocal Customs
 
Packing ListsShopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
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Comments for Marie-France about San Juan del Sur
MalenaN Wed Aug 20, 2008 17:18 UTC
 It is almost 20 years since I visited San Juan del Sur. Next year I want to go to Nicaragua and then I absolutly want to come here again. It is a lovely place!
Hermanater Tue Feb 14, 2006 14:15 UTC
 Happy Birthday......it is going on 6 years since I have been there, still miss it...
Kaspian Sat Nov 5, 2005 01:05 UTC
 Beautiful! Wish I was at the Pelican Eye right now. Thanks so much, bathing suit pics always appreciated. dear Marie ;-p
BorderHopper Fri Jul 15, 2005 21:32 UTC
 Marie, Thank you so much for posting up your travel experiences from San Juan del Sur. We're planning on visiting this town in August....and your tips have been very helpful. Happy travels to you!
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