ILuvCR
7/11/2016 18:01 EST
Hola vecino's!
this just caught my eye and I thought I'd share it, probably old news for you all?
"Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Travel Alert for U.S. Citizens Residing in or Traveling to Nicaragua"
http://costarica.usembassy.gov/securitymessage_nicaragua.html
Pura Vida!
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ILuvCR
7/11/2016 21:20 EST
jajaja, probably! I did read that either the Bahama's or Bermuda were warning citizens travelling to the U.S. about the incidents with the police there!
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Salsera
7/11/2016 23:35 EST
This is a reaction of the US to the expulsion of 3 US citizens about 2 weeks ago. One was a professor at the US School of War (or so) who wanted to carry out a study financed b y the US Institute of War on the status of the canal project in a region governed by the contras during the war. A very bad idea!
The other two came to advise companies who want to export Nica products to the USA and were working - if I get that right - in the customs area (which is under the authority of a Nicaraguan ministry). So probably also no very good idea.
I think in the USA Nicaraguan consultants and professors of this type would also not be very welcome.
You may think about Daniel Ortega what you want, but after all that happened in Venezuela, Argentina, Brasil and - under preparation - Bolivia (and what happened many years before in Chile), I understand that he might be extremely on his guard - especially in a slightly critical election year.
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elduendegrande
7/12/2016 10:35 EST
Life in a dictatorship. Mex, cr and the US issued alerts, not just the standard ones for Sandinista election violence but because of the recent deportations.
Somehow they don't mention the arrests may include theft of personal property, etc.
Also know that there is a change in the law--do-gooders need a do-gooders visa and cannot enter on a tourist visa as in the past.
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atz111
7/12/2016 11:02 EST
I think the deportations as you call them...I think explusion is the correct term is just a part of what happens routinely in "diplomacy" among countries not real friendly to one another. If what is in print is correct, the people expelled entered on false pretenses...sooo. I don't see that as a real big thing. As far as NGOs needing a special visa I am 100% in agreement...they are not tourists, most perform valuable service for the people here, but the country does have a right to know just what you are doing...it's not tourism. Does not mean they will not let them in...just some different procedures and info. When a country of 6 million people has over a 1,000 NGOs no wonder they want to know something about them.
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glockdiver69
7/12/2016 11:03 EST
Personally, I don't pay any attention to what that US State Department (or most other agencies) say. There is always an agenda or they take a few events and paint the region/area/country with a very wide brush.
As long as a tourist does not act like an idiot OR try to implement their ideals into the Nica landscape, tourists will be fine and treated with respect.
Someone coming to the US has more of a chance of getting into trouble than a person going to Nicaragua. Just my opinion of course.
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CaptainJT
7/12/2016 11:16 EST
Most of the BS posted by the US government is based on the BS the CIA dreams up! The CIA is still pissed because it could not oust Ortega from Nicaragua. And the CIA is childish enough to hold a grudge forever. I recommend you check other sources before "believing" anything the US government says. I learned that years ago while traveling around the world. I think the US government tries to paint all other countries to look "bad" when in fact it is the US government that is the most criminal government in the world! That is why I say USA stands for the Union of Soviet America!
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elduendegrande
7/12/2016 11:47 EST
Latest news from the CIA: there are big waves at some Pacific beaches, per malevalent State Dept warning.
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atz111
7/12/2016 11:56 EST
That may be a coded message to the surfer contingent to get there and start the process of preparing the beaches for landings.
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atz111
7/12/2016 12:01 EST
Hey Captain...if you are going to demean a country and relabel it best you enhance your vocab first. Start by looking up the meaning of Soviet in relation to a country. You do know what a dictionary is I assume.
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elduendegrande
7/14/2016 16:12 EST
Most countries that have a lot of travelers have travel alerts that they update regularly. They are pretty ho-hum and list all of centroamerica as travel with caution all of the time unless something worse is going on like hurricanes or riots.
Here's the Aussie one. You can nitpick their content or emphasis or timeliness, but for govmint info they are generally in the ballpark.
Seems aussies have a penchant for partying in sjds so it rates its own section.
http://smartraveller.gov.au/Countries/americas/central/pages/nicaragua.aspx
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glockdiver69
7/14/2016 21:32 EST
I wonder if the US is placing a "notice" for travel to France? Given that at least 77 innocent people were just murdered, one terrorist killed and 60+ people were injured in the latest terror attack. While I have not looked, I venture to guess that the US has not and if they did, it would be lightly worded as to not offend one of our allies.
With that said, my heart goes out to those effected in France who have been affected by these recent events.
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atz111
7/14/2016 23:25 EST
Well...US Sate Department already had a strong warning about France..stronger than any thing for Nicaragua...even before today's crap. Why don't you deal with facts when you post instead of just shooting off your dumb ass mouth....not even sure what the point is and I am sure you do not either. Better yet...go back in the corner, and jerk off again....at least you can maybe do something useful...if only for yourself.
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glockdiver69
7/15/2016 10:25 EST
AZT,
I feel real sorry for you. Most likely have nothing else to do but bash and complain.
I did not have a chance to look up anything on France other than what I saw on the news (I did mention that).
My point, you ignorant @$$, is that the US has a huge double standard and they often express that in many ways. Travel notices are just one way. You really need to get a grip on life and relax. I am sure a dinosaur like you only has a few good years left.
Now go into your double-wide (or the Nica equivalent) and take a well needed nap. Don't forget to dream about the good 'ole days when you could get it up and you actually meant something to the world.
Later!
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atz111
7/15/2016 10:58 EST
You are so unoriginal, it's a shame to even waste time with you. I guess what they say about too much jerking off is true...dulls the brain. Yeah, the best thing you can come up with is "double wide" and "old.".....like used by all the sod brained expats. You could not take the time to check before you used something that is 180 degrees out from what is happening. You did it to make a point...whey not make it usin=g some facts as an example...bang, bang..Glock...how cool. you thin that ids you as a bad ass...nope. Just as a wannabe You'r the guy who lives gated, claims to know Nicaraga but does not ...btw I did find a Sub Zero dealer here...for this month they will give you a yard sign that identifies you as an owner so you can brag and boast 24/7.
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glockdiver69
7/15/2016 11:51 EST
ATZ,
I am sorry I was 180 degrees from the truth. Make that a single wide! As for the SubZero, actually yes I did and they handle Wolf ranges too. They are in Managua (Cerulli is the name of the store). Nice place and surprisingly, they have a decent amount of product.
Don't bother going there though as they don't deal in 2nd handle equipment. Only new and you could not afford it.
As for my name, I am not a bad a$$. I am pretty low key. I just like to shoot (Glock), I like to SCUBA Dive (Diver) and I was born in '69. For you slow brain, that is 1969. Hence, the name Glockdiver69.
Yes, I live in gated communities. That is for many reasons, one of which is because they would never let small brained, low net-worth people like you thru the gates, let alone become a neighbor. That is unless you are delivering my fridge!
As for knowing Nicaragua, I know enough to understand what a wonderful country it is, what wonderful people they are and a awesome culture they have. You CAN experience a country while living in something other than squalor (like your single wide).
Love to chat, but I have more important thing to do than continue to talk to you...like flush!
Sorry your life sucks!
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dumluk
7/15/2016 15:35 EST
Jajajaja......."coded msg to the surfers to start preparing the beaches for invasion".......thats a good one......but for the record, you probablyalready know that surfers whether American or Australian or whereever would be just about the last ones to consider the notion...........but anything for a laff........
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atz111
7/15/2016 17:05 EST
You never can tell man...the CIA may have got confused between waterboarding and surfboarding.
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elduendegrande
7/15/2016 18:59 EST
I stopping reading the US travel advisories 10 years ago when they kept babbling about "bandits in the Northern mountains."
Silly me, I didn't know that was State Dept. code talk for Transito.
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KeyWestPirate
7/15/2016 21:46 EST
What IS going on with Transito?? I haven't paid a bribe in months,, been stopped only once recently, and that was by PN, who were polite, checked my paperwork and waved me on.
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prpcof
7/15/2016 22:46 EST
Iam glad their are quiet were you are. Stopped 3 times in 2 days. Only 1 fit their trap modal paid once. Hate them shows how corrupt the whole system is.
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atz111
7/15/2016 23:28 EST
I drive 10-20 miles about 4x a week and into MGA once. One stop in last month for credentials check and once for pax without seat belt...got a bit of a safety lecture and no ticket.
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timwood202000
7/16/2016 08:33 EST
I was told by a Nicaraguan that the Govt. told the cops to leave the tourists alone. I have been stopped numerous times in the last several months and always let go after doc. check and never asked for bribe in any form. I only show them my US drivers license and not my cedula card.
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elduendegrande
7/16/2016 11:15 EST
My scoreboard for 8 or so years driving: bad tickets, nasty cops, shakedown attempts:
Leon 1
San Nicolas 3
Esteli 0
I did get in one ticket trap in Esteli, but since I crossed a double yellow to safely pass they had me.
Remind me to stay away from San Nicolas!
This year they are paving the other road to Tisey Reserve to just past the Estanzuela waterfall. They have already put in a concrete bridge where the wooden one was. This road should be under the esteli copshop.
Beware of ticket traps. Except for a small area near Esteli, the Panam on the entire mountain range to the south of town is a no passing zone.
MTI must be one of the most incompetent of all Nic's agencies. If they would put passing lanes at the bottom of the hills the death rate on mountains highways would be cut in half instantly. Scary that they will be in charge of the Canal. Hope the chicoms have them make coffee and run for sandwiches and bring in some smart chinese engineers.
Ah, modernization! Now the cop tells you 5 days after you pay the fine you will receive your license in the mail. Disbelief, disbelief! Well, 11 days later I got my license, They even have a special mini envelope just for this and it comes by something like Priority Mail. An industry is born!
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