* Over 400,000 copies sold of previous editions * The original guide to Costa Rica, updated with even more insider hints, tips, and secrets * Features extensive travel information plus in-depth coverage of the natural environment and advice on how to benefit the local economy and conservation efforts * Recommends and details over 50 hotels that practice sustainable tourism * Written by a dedicated conservationist who lived in Costa Rica for 12 years Covers the entire country, from 44 beaches on two oceans to 38 national parks, 13 volcanoes, and three cloud forests * Shows how to enjoy Costa Rica's natural beauty and ecology in a socially responsible way