Thursday, June 18, 2009

San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua - A Charmed Life For Investors

By Jane A Moore

San Juan del Sur real estate has experienced a boom in interest. People from all over the world are flocking to this once sleepy fishing village to find out for themselves what has gotten everybody so excited. This is a village that has embraced tourism and new arrivals but has not lost its cultural charm. You enjoy a small town full of familiar faces and yet have access to world class facilities.

Originally San Juan Del Sur was a simple fishing village,and there are still many local families who depend on the sea to make a living. The bay is home to a small fleet of pangas - small fishing boats, most often outfitted with an outboard motor, and sometimes a canopy over the open hull for some shade from the sun. These little boats have always reminded me of a Boston Whaler.

Sport fishing is also a thriving industry. People come from all over the world to try their hand at catching a big one. Tales of catching marlin, swordfish or sail fish are common. The thrill of pulling one of the big guys into your boat after a 30 minute test of determination and stamina is exhilarating. Of course, with responsible sports fishing these monsters are all caught on the catch and release basis.

Even more than sport fishing San Juan is probably better known for its world class surfing. With 360 days per year of off shores breezes and a consistent swell the surf breaks here are very reliable. Playa Remanso, Playa Hermosa and Playa Yankee also have excellent surf and are all located with 15 kilometres south of the village. However, the most popular beach for surfing is Playa Maderas which is located 10 kilometers north of the village. For those with a car and a good nights sleep, you can take in a round of golf on the same day that you surf Panga Drops or Colorado surf breaks.

Although San Juan is well known for its sport fishing and surfing there are also many other activities to avail oneself. There is a newly formed dance troupe that performs twice per week, a wonderful art gallery that tries to have new shows every month and a library with a large English language section. There are opportunities to go on relaxing day sails aboard 41" foot sail boats. Furthermore, the boisterous and informative monthly cooking classes are not to be missed. Bambu Beach club offers a monthly poker series and twice weekly movie nights.

Those that like finer dining will not be disappointed. El Pozo and El Colibri are always a treat and you can't beat Italian pizza and pasta made with Italian know-how. With all of the restaurants and bistros available in San Juan del Sur, it can be difficult to stay home for dinner.

Join us in San Juan del Sur and see for yourself. You can't help but be charmed by the people and village and compelled by all the activities it has to offer. It is now wonder that people are jumping at San Juan del Sur real estate

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