Lonely Planet Experience Costa Rica

<p><b>Lonely Planet's </b><i><b>Experience </b></i><b>Costa Rica</b> 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.</p><p>Inside <b>Lonely Planet's </b><i><b>Experience </b></i><b>Costa Rica</b>: </p><p><b>Local experts</b> share their love for the <i>real</i> Costa Rica offering <b>fresh perspectives</b> into the country's<b> traditions values </b>and <b>modern trends </b>to make your travel experience even more meaningful</p><p><b>In the know</b><b>tips</b> to help you build on your experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks</p><p><b>Fun insights</b> that will pique your curiosity and take you to the <b>heart of the place</b> - 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</p><p><b>Insider scoop</b> on the best festivals secret hangouts hidden locations tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views</p><p><b>Handy seasonal trip planner</b> to guide you on <b>where to go</b> <b>when to travel</b> and <b>what to pack</b></p><p><b>Practical information</b> on money getting around unique and local ways to stay and responsible travel</p><p><b>Comprehensive selection of maps</b> throughout and<b> beautiful full-colour photography </b>to inspire you as you plan your unforgettable journey</p><p><b>Covers </b>San Jose and the Central Valley Caribbean Coast Northern Costa Rica Peninsula de Nicoya Central Pacific Coast Southern Costa Rica and Peninsula de Osa</p><p><b>Lonely Planet's </b><i><b>Experience </b></i><b>Costa Rica </b>is an essential travel guide for all explorers looking to immerse themselves in the <b>Costa Rican</b><b>way of life</b>. Each book within the <i>Experience </i>series contains handy <b>trip building tools </b>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 <b>get away from the everyday</b>. Unlock even more travel secrets using the <b>QR codes</b> throughout each guide and discover <b>story-worthy travel moments</b> that you'll never forget.</p><p> </p><p><b>About Lonely Planet: </b></p><p>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).</p><p><i>...these new Experience guides from Lonely Planet are irresistibly attractive.</i><i>- The Washington Post Book Club</i></p><p><i>'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)</i></p>