The Corn Islands, 70km off the coast from Bluefields, offer white sand beaches, warm turquoise water, and a uniquely untouristed Caribbean atmosphere. Most visitors stay on Big Corn Island (pop. 10,000), with a small but reasonable selection of hotels and restaurants. With no resorts and no cars or roads, splendid Little Corn Island (pop. 700), 18km away, feels even more untouched and noticeably safer. The islands, populated by English speakers of British West Indian descent, have excellent fishing and colorful coral reefs, but most of all they simply offer the chance to curl your toes in pure Caribbean sands and do absolutely nothing. Unfortunately, safety is as much of a concern on the Corn Islands as in Bluefields; violence and robbery are both common. Paying more for increased security is a good idea, and absolutely worth it.
 |
 |
 |
 |
For 52 years, we have published the world’s favorite budget travel guides, written entirely by students and updated every year. With pen and notebook in hand and a few changes of underwear stuffed in our backpacks, we spend months roaming the globe in search of travel bargains.
Facebook
Twitter
You Tube
Foursquare
Newsletter
RSS Feed
Overview