Moving to Leon, Nicaragua

"I encourage anyone serious about relocating to reach out to the ExPat web site group before you move here. They are full of sound advice on what is necessary to bring and what you can buy here. My kitchen and bedroom would be in sad shape if they hadn't advised me, as I'm advising you above. Also, spend a week or more visiting before you fully commit to the move. You will find that what you thought you knew was just the surface of what your new town is about. I spent 4 days here before making the decision to move and I fell in love with the vibes of life I got from the people around me. Leon is a lively town with very active people and I wouldn't have known that. Work with a realtor on finding your first place to live, they know what is safe and what isn't. Once you're there, you can discover your next place to live on your own. Bring someone with you going to the airport because Managua changes their luggage allowances with no advance notice. I had to leave one of my suitcases with my daughter.. If you are bringing pets, that is another whole ordeal, so make preparations months in advance. Good luck," replied a member in Leon.

"Before moving to Leon, it is important to research the cost of living, employment opportunities, availability of public transportation, safety, healthcare options, and quality of schools. It is also a good idea to get information about local culture, including the language spoken, cuisine, and festivals. Additionally, it is helpful to understand the climate of the region, such as the coldest and warmest temperatures, and the amount of rainfall. Lastly, it can be beneficial to know about any possible natural disasters that could affect the area or any other special considerations," commented one expat who made the move to Leon.