Ms Cowburn at Masaya Volcano

Sorry I didn’t get to blog or send videos while I was at the volcano.  But as expected, the internet was hard to come by.  I came to Managua yesterday and checked into the hotel at the airport so I was able to download a few of the shorter videos.  The larger ones will have to wait.  Please use the teacher tube link 3 postings down and let me know if you are able to view them.  I am also working on a slide show of photos.  Lots more information to share with you when I have a more reliable connection.  Stay tuned.

I am all packed for the trip. I have my hiking boots, my first aid kit, and my clothes. I started taking anti-malaria drugs, got my typhoid shot, and other medicines I will need. I was just thinking about how much money to take along. I am staying one night after the research ends so I was wondering how much I should take along. I need to know a few things:

Can I spend American money in Nicaragua?

If I exchange it, what kind of money will I get and what are the increments?

What is the exchange rate?

What is the cost of one night at a hotel in Managua?

What is the average cost for me to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner for my extra day?

I was thinking of taking $100. Based on the information you gathered, is that enough?

You must turn in your own answers, but please send one comment per class with your findings.

Thank you.

See you soon.

Ms C