Following the kid — to Nicaragua, the new destination for eco-tourism

Following the kid — to Nicaragua, the new destination for eco-tourism

After years of Taking the Kids, on this trip we’ve followed our 22-year-old daughter Melanie here to Nicaragua, which many say is fast becoming the next eco tourist’s must-see destination, offering volcanoes, cloud forests, rain forests, pristine beaches and a growing number of eco resorts.

Families discover benefits of ecotourism in Nicaragua

Families discover benefits of ecotourism in Nicaragua

At Morgan’s Rock, one family visits a local school to donate supplies the day before Thanksgiving, while others visit the farm for a look at the cows, chickens and ducks and a breakfast feast of fresh eggs, gallo pinto and hand-made tortillas.

Six days in Nicaragua, the next family eco-travel destination?

Six days in Nicaragua, the next family eco-travel destination?

We’ve followed our 22-year-old daughter Melanie here to Nicaragua, which many say is poised to become the next eco tourist’s must-see destination with volcanoes, cloud forests, pristine beaches and tiny eco resorts like Jicaro Island Ecolodge.

Zika virus and spring break: how to keep safe

Zika virus and spring break: how to keep safe

A lot of families are concerned about spring break plans as the Zika virus continues to spread through the Caribbean and Mexico — popular spring break destinations for families, as well as their college students.

At Jicaro Island Ecolodge, sustainability is a passion

At Jicaro Island Ecolodge, sustainability is a passion

At Jicaro Island Ecolodge almost everything is locally sourced and sustainable. The food is delicious. And the scraps from the kitchen feed the pigs on a nearby farm whose waste produces methane cooking gas for the local farmers.