| Costa Rica Contributor(s): Banting, Larissa (Author) |
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ISBN: 184162134X ISBN-13: 9781841621340 Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides OUR PRICE: $21.56 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2006 Annotation: Flanked by two oceans and host to a dozen microclimates, Costa Rica is a land of rare and varied beauty. Bask in natural hot springs at the foot of the majestic Arenal Volcano, hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest, sip coffee on a plantation and then watch a Pacific sunset with the sand between your toes. Ah, "pura vida" . . . . In Bradt's "Costa Rica," local resident Larissa Banting takes you beyond the tourist haunts to introduce the beating heart of the country. Whatever your passions, this Central American paradise has something for you. *Accommodations: from eco-lodges to home stays *Canopy tours and turtle watching *Detailed wildlife coverage: from parrots to peccaries *White-water rafting, sailing and windsurfing *New areas open to tourism *"Tico" slang, culture and festivals |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Central America |
| Dewey: 917.286 |
| Series: Bradt Travel Guide Costa Rica |
| Physical Information: 0.63" H x 5.9" W x 8.04" (0.81 lbs) 304 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Latin America |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This new guide to Costa Rica is an insider's guide to one of the hottest destinations in Central America. The strong focus on the rich biodiversity of the country, Costa Rican culture, and forthcoming travel trends make the Bradt guide the essential companion. A wide breadth of activities for travelers are covered: from white-water rafting, cycling, and sportfishing to assisting with turtle research, interacting with indigenous tribes and grassroots "rural tourism" initiatives. Also featured are special opportunities such as getting married in Costa Rica (a popular wedding spot) and dolphin encounters in Drake Bay. Features include: >A full range of adventure, sports, and activity options >Accommodations appealing to a broad spectrum of travelers, from eco-lodges and home stays to beach hotels and five-star resorts >Wildlife in-depth including conservation projects and national parks >New areas opening up for tourism, such as the Osa Peninsula and northwest region of Guanacaste >Key phrases in Spanish and local phrases |