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THE BEST WAY
From LAX, Delta offers nonstop service to Managua, and connecting service (change of plane) also is available on Delta, Continental, American, Taca and Lacsa. Restricted round-trip fares begin at $382.Connecting service is offered on La Costeña and Atlantic airlines in Managua. Restricted round-trip fares begin at $164. Panga rides daily from Great Corn’s Brig Bay Municipal Wharf to Little Corn Island for $7.50 each way.
ABOUT THE CORN ISLANDS
Great Corn Island offers more North American-style amenities than Little Corn, such as all-day electricity, roads and taxis. Optimum time to visit: December through April. Hotel reservations are necessary only during Christmas and Easter vacation times.WHERE TO EAT
Paraiso Club Restaurant, southwestern side of Great Corn Island: Delightful patio dining, great seafood. Main dishes from $7.50 to $13.
Hotel Morgan, eastern side of Great Corn, Caribbean flair. Main courses from $6.50 to $14. Lobster’s the big deal on the island; never more than $16.
Habana Libre, on the main strip of Little Corn Island. Good seafood, with Cuban flavor. Lunch $6 to $10.
Farm Peace & Love, a 30-minute walk north from town on Little Corn. Three-course Italian dinners from Paola Carminiani’s kitchen, for $15; reservations through Casa Iguana Dive Shop. vwww.farmpeacelove.com.
TO LEARN MORE
For information about the islands, visit vwww.bigcornisland.com or www.vianica.com/visit/corn-islands.On travel.latimes.com
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