Whether you want to surf on the Nicoya Peninsula, glide on a zipline through the rainforest in Monteverde, or stand in awe of Arenal Volcano, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Costa Rica are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Costa Rica 2020 is part of the award-winning Fodor’s Essential series recognized by Booklist as the “Best Travel Guide in 2019.” This guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.
This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.
GET INSPIRED
• AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
• COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
• PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on the best beaches, eco-lodges, and food to try while you’re there
• UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS covering the most recommended sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more.
GET PLANNING
• MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
• SPECIAL FEATURES on “Choosing a Beach,” “Coffee, the Golden Bean,” “Surfing Costa Rica,” and “Canopy Tours”
• COVERS: San José, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio, Nicoya Peninsula, Guanacaste, Limón, Tamarindo, Jacó, Osa Peninsula, and more
GET GOING• MORE THAN 35 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to navigate confidently
• TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
• HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, government, sports, cuisine, geography, and more
• LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
• SPANISH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases
Planning on visiting other destinations in Central America? Check out Fodor’s Belize and Fodor’s Cancún & the Riviera Maya.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images included in the physical edition.
From the Publisher
Key Features
HELPFUL PLANNING ADVICE
Find what you need faster with color-coded category icons and easier-to-read two-column text.
GORGEOUS COLOR PHOTOS
Beautiful photos packed throughout will fuel your wanderlust.
ITINERARIES AND MAPS
Itineraries, maps, travel tips, and neighborhood guides will acquaint you with Costa Rica and help you maximize your time.
IN-DEPTH FEATURES AND EXPLANATIONS
Learn about history, culture, and more with in-depth spotlight features
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Publisher : Fodor’s Travel; 2nd edition (December 3, 2019)
Language : English
Paperback : 528 pages
ISBN-10 : 164097184X
ISBN-13 : 978-1640971844
Item Weight : 1 pounds
Dimensions : 5.03 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches
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