Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations for travelers in search of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and sun. In full-color and with helpful magazine-style illustrated features, Fodor's Costa Rica shows off the splendor of the country's stunning natural landscapes and its varied flora and fauna like no other guide.<br> COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: <b> </b>Fodor’s Costa Rica is the market leader in guidebooks to Costa Rica, outperforming Lonely Planet, Frommer’s, and DK Eyewitness guides.<br> EXPANDED COVERAGE: Central Valley towns near San José have been reorganized so they are more intuitively located within the guide, making it easier to plan a trip to this area. New restaurant recommendations have been added to San José, a culinary hot spot in Costa Rica. <br> ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Look for richly illustrated guides to surfing the Salsa Brava, sport-fishing off the Pacific coast, canopy tours in the cloud forests, turtle-nesting tours in Tortuguero, and bird-watching in the rare tropical dry forests of Guanacaste. Ecotourism and the best eco-lodges are also covered in depth. <br> INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: An illustrated "Biodiversity" chapter guides readers through the country's varied landscapes and helps plan a vacation based on particular activities or topography. Colorful maps guide travelers around the country, plus a pull-out map provides an overview and a topographical map.<br> DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Costa Rica offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. <br> PULLOUT MAP: A handy pull-out map provides added value, giving travelers essential information about top attractions and nearby dining so they can travel with confidence.<br> INCLUDES: San José, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio, Nicoya Peninsula, Tortuguero, Tamarindo, Jacó, Osa Peninsula and more. <br> ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.