Nicaragua - cheapest Caribbean destination? Family-friendly hotels in Carlsbad

Good morning travelers! Are you bummed about coming back to work? The good news is that you have a short work week. Let’s see if I can find some travel gems to get you thinking about the next getaway.

Indonesia | If the U.S. Department of State travel warning on Indonesia has kept you from visiting Bali, you’ll be happy to know that it has now been lifted. Apparently the current security climate has improved since the 2002 terrorist attacks and the Jakarta bombings in 2000. [PeterGreenberg.com]

Budget Travel | Arthur Frommer discusses the least-expensive Caribbean destination — Nicaragua. Not only am I inspired to read Stephen Kinzer’s article “Life Under the Ortegas” but the topic of “Cheap travel at what cost?” will make for good debate at the next dinner party, plane ride, cafe, etc. Thank you, Arthur.

Travel website | Tripso reminds us how to have a good flight. You might already practice these tips, but it doesn’t hurt to hear them again. Read: “15 tips for a fabulous summer flight.”

Family Travel | Los Angeles Times staff writer Christopher Reynolds recommends five family-friendly hotels in Carlsbad — just perfect for a trip to Legoland.

— Jen Leo, Los Angeles Times Travel Deal Blogger

[Photo: Beatrice de Gea / Los Angeles Times]

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