From the Summer 2013 issue: Explore the diverse beauty of Nicaragua with our “Central Air” photo shoot

Swimsuit, price on request, by Hervé Léger by Max Azria. Necklace, $825, and rings, $180 each, by Tory Burch.

Dress, $3,550, by Etro. Shoes, $1,755, by Roberto Cavalli. Earrings, $1,200, by Dolce & Gabbana, worn throughout. Necklace, $275, by Tory Burch.

Top, $1,230, and skirt, $3,015, both by Peter Pilotto. Shoes, $1,125, by Cesare Paciotti.

Jacket, $2,395, by Burberry Prorsum. Swimsuit, $350, by Oye Swimwear. Jumpsuit, price on request, by Kenzo. Necklace, $825, by Tory Burch.

Jacket, $2,855, blouse, $1,565, and pants, $1,710, all by Roberto Cavalli. Shoes, $1,495, by Christian Louboutin. Necklace, $825, by Tory Burch.

Swimsuit, $1,995, by Burberry Prorsum. Necklace, $275, by Tory Burch.

Dress, $13,575, by Chanel. Shoes, $1,125, by Cesare Paciotti.

Dress, $9,725, shoes, $1,475, and bag, $1,395, all by Dolce & Gabbana.

Jacket, $10,485, and shorts, $6,840, both by Etro. Swimsuit, $740, by Hervé Léger by Max Azria. Shoes, $995, by Christian Louboutin. Necklace, $825, by Tory Burch.

Hair and makeup by Anna Nenoiu for p1m.ca/M.A.C/Tresemmé hair care. Manicure by Leeanne Colley for p1m.ca/Revlon. Fashion assistant, Eliza Grossman.

Shot on location in Nicaragua with special thanks to the Instituto Nicaragüense de Turismo.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Our crew creates a human ladder to help Rachel climb out of a tree.

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Tour guide Juan checks out the edge of Masaya Volcano before helping our model into place.

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Model Rachel Alexander drifts off a private island that is our set for the morning.

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This setting atop Mombacho Volcano is only accessible by a narrow path.

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Makeup artist and hairstylist Anna Nenoiu does beauty touchups on the go in our van.

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Securing the arts and crafts-inspired Dolce & Gabbana Earrings with double sided tape.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Traditional gigantona puppets join the team for an action shot on the streets of Granada.

SHOP THE SHOOT

Lulu Frost ($60)

SHOP THE SHOOT

H&M ($15)

SHOP THE SHOOT

Dolce & Gabbana ($2,745)