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Lonely Planet Experience Costa Rica
Paperback
Series: Travel Guide
Publisher Price: $24.99
ISBN13: 9781838697464
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Published: Sep 12 2023
Pages: 258
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.80 Width: 5.50 Depth: 7.10
Language: English
Lonely Planet's Experience Costa Rica travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Surf Tamarindo's epic waves, see a steaming volcanic lake, browse the historic Mercado Central for artisan crafts - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Costa Rica:
Local experts share their love for the real Costa Rica, offering fresh perspectives into the country's traditions, values and modern trends to make your travel experience even more meaningful
In the knowtips to help you build on your experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks
Fun insights that will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - Visit a self-sustaining off-the-grid ranch near Arenal, which produces its own food and electricity; discover how little red berries became coffee at Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative; unpack Limon City with its incredible historical relevance and fiercely local cuisine
Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views
Handy seasonal trip planner to guide you on where to go, when to travel and what to pack
Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel
Comprehensive selection of maps throughout and beautiful full-colour photography to inspire you as you plan your unforgettable journey
Covers San Jose and the Central Valley, Caribbean Coast, Northern Costa Rica, Peninsula de Nicoya, Central Pacific Coast, Southern Costa Rica and Peninsula de Osa
Lonely Planet's Experience Costa Rica is an essential travel guide for all explorers looking to immerse themselves in the Costa Ricanway of life. Each book within the Experience series contains handy trip building tools so that you can take your pick of the must-see attractions and activities as suggested by our local experts - and create your own dream travel itinerary to get away from the everyday. Unlock even more travel secrets using the QR codes throughout each guide and discover story-worthy travel moments that you'll never forget.
About Lonely Planet:
Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).
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