La Costena also flies to Ometepe, Rio San Juan, Siuna, Bonanza,Rosita, Waspam and Nueva Guinea. From Managua International Airport, it is a short taxi ride to the down town hotels. Taxis are inexpensive and numerous. Major hotel chains have recently opened up in Managua including the 5 star Hotel Del Intercontinental, Hotel Princess and a new Hotel Hilton. Roads between the major cities is quite good.
Car rentals are available.
Daily first class coaches run between Managua and San Juan Del Sur. At restaurants at tip of 10 to 15 percent is customary. Some establishments include the service tax in the bill. Drinking water is available in major cities and purified water can be obtained everywhere. The country code for international direct dial service is 505.