This Central American Country Is One of the Best Places to Travel Right Now-With Luxury Resorts and World-famous Surfing

"Part of the Cayuga Collection of sustainable luxury hotels in Central America, Jicaro Island Lodge is a luxe, private island hideaway surrounded by the serene waters of Lake Nicaragua. Among volcano-studded landscapes coated in forests, the island's nine casitas just as easily welcome adrenaline seekers eyeing water sports and hiking trails as they do those looking to spend long, lazy days floating in the infinity pool or balancing in a hammock, book in hand."

"With construction underway for a coastal highway set to connect hundreds of miles of beachfront along the Emerald Coast, it will be easier than ever to experience destinations in Nicaragua once reserved only for the most adventurous visitors. Amid a growing demand from both luxury-minded travelers and the intrepid backpackers who first told tales of the country's incomparable beauty, Nicaragua now stakes its claim among its neighbors as a destination worth traveling for."

"Feel the stress melt away instantly at Yemaya Reefs, the gem of Nicaragua's Corn Islands in the heart of the Caribbean. The boutique property, named for the colorful corals that sit just offshore, features 20 oceanfront casitas, each perfectly secluded amid lush jungle foliage that opens onto golden sands. Yemaya Reefs also features an intimate spa, a yoga shala, and an Afro-Caribbean-inspired dining"

Nicaragua offers sun, sand, and exceptional biodiversity while gaining attention previously given to Costa Rica. Many Costa Rican areas have become busy and expensive, while Nicaragua retains raw, authentic appeal. Construction of a coastal highway along the Emerald Coast will connect hundreds of miles of beachfront and improve access to remote destinations. Demand is rising from both luxury-minded travelers and intrepid backpackers. Luxury options include Jicaro Island Lodge, a sustainable private-island retreat with nine casitas, water sports, hiking, and relaxation amenities, and Yemaya Reefs on the Corn Islands, featuring 20 oceanfront casitas, a spa, yoga shala, and Afro-Caribbean-inspired dining.

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