This newly revised and re-designed guide to Costa Rica takes you through each of the country's regions: the capital city of San Jose; the lush Central Highlands; Guanacaste and its volcanoes; sea-fringed Nicoya; the Central Pacific; Zona Sur; the South Central and its cloud forests; the Northern Lowlands; and the Caribbean. Special features and sidebars give comprehensive information on topics ranging from snakes and butterflies to volcanoes and rafting, while ten guided drives and walks take you into some of the country's most fascinating areas, including a stroll through San Jose's Otoya and Amon barrios, and a drive along the Inter-American Highway. Sidebars on experiential travel abound, including saving macaws, learning Spanish, and learning about the coffee culture. A thorough Travelwise section provides recommendations for shopping, hotels, and restaurants in all price ranges.