Lonely Planet Costa Rica (Travel Guide) Paperback – November 7, 2023

I did a lot of research before going to Costa Rica like I do with any trip and this book was an amazing addition to my research. Very easy to read and great information especially when it comes to all the ins and outs of Costa Rica. Side note is I would absolutely recommend this book and visiting Costa Rica.

Exactly what I needed and expected it to be. Good mix of straightforward info, tips, and ideas

for its price it is a great addition to the coming vacation

These new Lonely Planet books after selling to red venture lack critical information. They read more like the free travel guides you find at rest stations. But with no addresses, phone numbers, prices, hours of operation, etc. Forcing you to search online for everything anyhow. Lots of white space and pretty pictures though!The descriptions of food locations are vague. Like “Bright and airy, big sandwiches, veg friendly”. Where you used to get well written details about the history, owners, ambiance, and popular staple dishes.The activities are often the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Not off the beaten path. These books lack warnings to visitors that could be helpful.Save your time and find a new tour bookCompany! Or buy a book from the 20-teens and earlier. Then check if locations are still open, and check for new pricing. Here’s an old and new excerpt photo.

Lonely planet came through again! Always a trusted source of travel info!

Excellent guide.

Still a bit of a hanger-oner to the old ways of the LP guides. This helped us narrow down our plans for a week in Costa Rica.

My frame of reference was the 2015 version of the CR LP book and I found this very light on detailed information. Limited suggestions for food and accomodations to like 2-5 per town, but covers a range from budget to luxury, so it effectively gives you 1 or 2 options. Things like public transit are all but missing.(Every location "getting around" section suggests renting a car. I understand its quicker and easier but I didnt want to rent a car. Finding bus info was way harder than in the 2015 version.) I have 15 LP books over the years and this is the only one to leave a bad taste in my mouth.