Crossing the border from Nicaragua to Costa Rica was a messy ordeal. There were new steps, new procedures, new employees and new buildings. This added up to about a 5 hour border crossing. We actually thought we would be so delayed that we had set up to camp in the parking area. But just … More Costa Rica- the land of Pura Vida
After a break from the road during our house sitting gig in Leon, Nicaragua, we were ready to start moving again. We packed up the dogs and headed for some new scenery. Our first stop was the colonial city of Granada, Nicaragua. This is a beautiful but touristy city filled with history. City camping … More Nicaragua- colonial city, lakes, islands and border crossings.
After adopting our new dog, Nica, we took on another commitment. We went to the beautiful old city of Leon for a house and dog sitting job. This was a fun change of pace from life in the camper. We moved into a two bedroom home in a gated neighborhood. The new house included a … More House sitting in Nicaragua!
When we left our comfortable household lifestyle in Arizona we had three dogs. Taking three dogs on the road with us seemed crazy. But we did it for two years in a Volkswagen Vanagon and had a wonderful time. Our dogs experienced the best that life had to offer. And every time the van door … More Adopting a dog in Nicaragua- we did it!