Written by the authors of our award-winning Yucatán Adventure Guide, this book offers comprehensive coverage of Costa Rica and its people. Travel to the major national parks and preserves; hike in rain forests. Explore the country’s vibrant history, culture and wildlife. Firsthand advice on travel in the country’s various environments – mountain, jungle, beach, city. Plant and animal life, archeology, history, attractions on and off the regular tourist path. Staggering detail. Lively text and plenty of interesting art. Over 40 maps.
"I read your guide book cover to cover when planning our last trip to Costa Rica (Dec. 2004 - Jan. 2005). It was an excellent source for planning a trip with 19 relatives. Thank you for a most informative book."
Tico Times...
"... packed with solid information. [The book] sports a fresh modern design, easy-to-read typeface... [is] fun to read and easy to use."
Library Journal...
"[Adventure Guides] aim to deliver content... Moderately-priced and truly user-friendly, they are packed with information that other series rarely cover."
Dinesh Khera, traveler...
"Thank you for a wonderfully written travel book.... This is one of the best I have seen on any country..."
Anton Community Newspapers...
"... a comprehensive travel guide... it's a must-read. This land of rustic beauty is explored to the hilt, complete with colorful photos and maps and full of easy-to-read practical tips."
