Extraordinary people and places of Belize come alive in this extensive guide to Central America's hotspot. Between the Mayan huts, limestone plains, tropical forests, coastal wetlands, pine-covered mountains, and endless beaches, Belize has emerged as one of the most popular destinations in Central America. Belize Guide includes not only top accommodations and attractions, but also unexplored areas rich in history and tradition. Featuring scuba diving and restaurants to off-the-beaten-path ruins and natural wonders, Belize Guide is the ultimate tool for planning the perfect vacation.

You may never climb Everest, or reach the North Pole. But how many of your friends have rolled into Chichicastenango on two wheels? Jean-Pierre Panet tells you about getting to Chichicastenango, and dozens of other places as well. What kind of bicycle will you need? How do you get in shape? What will your trip cost? How do you avoid tummy troubles? LATIN AMERICA ON BICYCLE is both a fascinating account of off-beat adventures, and a practical guide that enables you to blaze your own trails.

The definitive guide to Costa Rica, now completely updated, with information about hotels from budget to luxury, dining from rice-and-beans to gourmet splendour, adventures in national parks and rain forest and under the sea, endless beaches, and everything needed to make the trip of a lifetime, all wrapped up with a lively writing style and superb organization.