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Adventuring in Central America --Part of the excellent Sierra Club series, this guide leads you to all the natural attractions of this varied and beautiful region. Nature writer David Rains Wallace explores the volcanoes and rainforests of Guatemala, the wildlife sanctuaries and coral reefs of Belize, national parks and preserves in El Salvador, Costa Rica and Nicaragua and the more than 500 rivers in Panama. Twenty maps, extensive practical travel information and field guides to local flora and fauna make this guide both comprehensive and helpful. $16.00
NEW Belize Handbook--The new edition of this guide covers everything you need to know about travel in this tropical paradise, from its history, geography and wildlife to accommodations, water sports and transportation. Authors Chicki Mallan and Patti Lange pay particular attention to Belize’s natural wilderness areas and the outdoor activities available, making it easy to enjoy the beauty and authenticity of the land. An excellent overall guide, with good maps and well-written text. $15.95
Costa Rica: A Natural Destination --In this expanded edition, Ree Strange Sheck guides you to tropical rainforests, wild rivers, pristine beaches, active volcanoes and exotic wildlife. In addition to a comprehensive discussion of national parks and nature tours, Sheck provides full practical travel information, including a wide range of hotel listings. $18.95
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Belize: Adventures in Nature (formerly A Natural Destination)
Guatemala: Adventures in Nature (formerly A Natural Destination)
Honduras: Adventures in Nature Each $18.95
Costa Rica's National Parks and Preserves --This thorough guide covers 54 natural areas in Costa Rica, from unspoiled beaches to tropical jungles and volcanoes. Each region's history and flora and fauna are described in full, and transportation and camping information is provided to ease your exploration . $16.95
A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica --Costa Rica is a birder's dream come true, offering over 830 species to study. This extensive guide describes each bird, including its habits, nests, voice, status and range; color illustrations allow for positive identifications. $35.00
Honduras Handbook --Chris Humphreys has written the first comprehensive guide to Honduras. From the Mayan ruins at Copan to the beaches and top dive sites on the Bay Islands, Americans are just starting to discover the attractions of this unspoiled region. Humphreys explores on and off the beaten path, with an emphasis on nature and outdoor activities and recommends lodgings and restaurants in all price ranges. Clear directions and good maps lead the way. $15.95
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The Costa Rica Handbook $19.95
New Key to Belize --Stacy Ritz leads readers to lost cities of the Maya, lush rainforests and the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere in this newly revised guide to increasingly popular Belize. Covering accommodations that range from resorts to thatched cabanas, and exploring every type of outdoor activity, New Key to Belize provides you with everything you need to make the most of your tropical holiday. $14.95
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New Key to Guatemala $14.95
Ulysses Travel Guide to Panama --The only guide to Panama available, this is a lovely introduction to the culture, people and history of this small country. It also provides region by region sightseeing detail (including beaches, national parks and outdoor activities) and extensive descriptions of accommodations, restaurants and transportation. $16.95
And We Sold the Rain --Editor Rosario Santos has collected a diverse group of writers from Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama in this newly issued anthology. From magical realism to contemporary life in countries struggling with their pasts, these 20 stories depict the flourishing cultures of Central America. $12.95
Costa Rica: A Traveler's Literary Companion --Though Costa Rica is one of the most popular travel destinations, few travellers are aware of the country's rich literary tradition. Barbara Ras, a senior editor at Sierra Club Books who has lived in Costa Rica, has collected twenty-six stories by Costa Rican writers that reflect the variety and beauty of their land and their culture. Arranged geographically, each story conjures up different aspects of life in Costa Rica-from the fruit plantations and coffee fields to the volcanoes and tropical coasts, from ancient folklore to current racial tensions. With a forward by Oscar Arias, former president of Costa Rica, this lovely anthology will be your pleasure to read. $11.95
