Lonely Planet Central America on a Shoestring

by Tom Brosnahan, Nancy Keller, Rob Rachowiecki, Barbara Reioux, Carolyn Hubbard

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Though small in land mass (at roughly one quarter the size of Mexico), Central America is big in everything else. Its seven countries (from Guatemala and Belize in the north to Panama in the south) have steaming volcanoes, fecund rain forests, lazy beaches, vibrant marketplaces, abundant wildlife, Mayan temples, savory foods, and a wealth of cultures. And not only is it inexpensive, but while the rains pour and the snows blow in the North, Central America is dry and warm. As for guidebooks, Central America on a Shoestring is as comprehensive as they get. There's sage advice for women and gays, updates on political turmoil, health, and theft, and 800 pages teeming with places to stay, eat, snorkel, camp, trek, dive, explore Mayan ruins, and even learn Spanish.
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From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

If you're heading to Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, or some combination thereof, here's the perfect guide for stretching your money along the way. From exploring jungles loud with howler monkeys to making the most of a village market, the authors have been there and provide expert advice and recommendations on where to eat and sleep, historical and cultural notes, thorough transportation options, and a useful "Spanish for Travelers" section.

You can't go anywhere in Central America without seeing this book poking out of the backpacks of true travelers. With more than 100 easy-to-read maps, historical and cultural information, the goods on the best of low-budget eats and lodging, plus a useful language section, this book might be second in packing priority only to your passport. Lonely Planet's tried-and-true method of organization will help you quickly find out how to "get there and away," get around each of your destinations and, eventually, get home! Researched countries include Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. If your itinerary includes one or more of these places, this book is an indispensable resource.

Synopsis
Containing 127 maps plus a two-page color highlight map, this classic guide is thoroughly updated for travelers headed for Belize, Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. The book shows places to eat, stay, and be entertained and includes a Spanish language section and glossary.

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