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Editor's note: This story was published by The Associated Press in December 2005. Please check venues, prices, best time to go and other details before you plan your trip.

Barcelo Montelimar Beach: heaven in earth - See 56 traveler reviews, photos, and deals for Barcelo Montelimar Beach, Montelimar, Nicaragua, at TripAdvisor.

Hotel Vistamar, a boutique hotel and conference center in Pochomil Nicaragua near Managua is ideal for family vacations, romantic getaways, weddings and meetings in Nicaragua

Barcelo Montelimar Beach: Vacances au Barcelo Montelimar - See 56 traveler reviews, photos, and deals for Barcelo Montelimar Beach, Montelimar, Nicaragua, at TripAdvisor.

Kuta Seaview Cottage, Bali, Kuta - Legian: Great hotel offers by SmartStays. Special Internet rates, flexible payment option. Hotel information, location map, photos and guest comments

Barcelo Montelimar Beach: A hidden gem - See 56 traveler reviews and 68 photos for Barcelo Montelimar Beach, Montelimar, Nicaragua, at TripAdvisor.

Point Reyes Seaon Tomales Bay and in the Point Reyes National Seashore near San Francisco. Sea kayak instruction and kayak camping in Northern California.

Diana Reid reports on her near-mystical experience at the Selva Negra (Black Forest) resort and organic coffee farm in Nicaragua.