Pros and Cons of Living in Nicaragua

"The loving, kind, generous personalities of all the people I've met. These people (of which there are many) were mostly bi-lingual Nica's with hearts of gold and silver. I think that's why I didn't suffer so much culture shock. I was immediately surrounded by loving / caring people," explained one expat living in Managua.

"Expatriates in Nicaragua appreciate the warm and welcoming local population who are passionate about their culture and willing to share it with others. They also appreciate the stunning landscape, from sandy beaches and tropical rainforest to majestic volcanoes, as well as the captivating local architecture, which is a mix of colonial, indigenous, and modern influences. In addition, they appreciate the traditional music, cuisine and festivals that bring the vibrant culture of Nicaragua alive," said one expat in Nicaragua.

"Learning the language has been a challenging but fun task. Nicaragua being a poor country, you are challenged to see things in a new perspective. You first learn there is a huge difference between being poor and having no money. You appreciate how many people live well without money and those that just seem mired in poverty. The average education level here is around the third grade and the education system is so lacking that many people just don't have a lot of common knowledge. The expats know the history here often better than the locals. Once in a while I just want to have a deeper conversation with someone without arguments. The language barrier and level of education often prevents it," remarked one expat in Granada.