Cruise Ship Season Begins in Nicaragua

Nicaraguan ports are preparing to receive the first cruise ship tourists since October is traditionally the month in which cruises begin.

Despite the fact that fewer ships are expected this year, since they will be larger the number of people visiting is predicted to be similar to previous years.

An article in laprensa.com.ni comments that, "each tourist that arrives in the country on a cruise ship at the ports of San Juan del Sur or Corinto will spend on average $800 on tours, food and souvenirs".

Source: laprensa.com.ni

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