
Frommer's Costa Rica
Nicholas Gill(Author)
FrommerMedia (Publisher)
14th Edition
Published on 4. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
634 pages
978-1-62887-635-2 (ISBN)
Description
This is Costa Rica advice the way a friend would give it to you: fiercely opinionated, funny, and brimming not only with advice about what to see and do, but also what's not worth your time.
Whether you plan to hike through rainforests (and cloud forests), windsurf on Lake Arenal, bathe in geothermal pools or head to sun-soaked beaches where sea turtles nest, our expert has your back. A seasoned journalist, Nicholas Gill offers how to smartly explore this exhilarating country.
Frommer's Costa Rica contains:
Dozens of stunning, full-color photos throughout
Helpful maps, including a fully-detachable fold-out map
Strategic itineraries, including for families and short stays, so you can make the most of your time
Authentic experiences to help you appreciate Costa Rican culture, food, nature sights and customs like a local
Candid reviews of the best restaurants, attractions, tours, shops, and experiences-and advice on the ones not worth your time and money
Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, costs, telephone numbers, and more
Budget-planning help with the lowdown on prices and ways to save money, whether you're traveling on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury
About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.
Whether you plan to hike through rainforests (and cloud forests), windsurf on Lake Arenal, bathe in geothermal pools or head to sun-soaked beaches where sea turtles nest, our expert has your back. A seasoned journalist, Nicholas Gill offers how to smartly explore this exhilarating country.
Frommer's Costa Rica contains:
Dozens of stunning, full-color photos throughout
Helpful maps, including a fully-detachable fold-out map
Strategic itineraries, including for families and short stays, so you can make the most of your time
Authentic experiences to help you appreciate Costa Rican culture, food, nature sights and customs like a local
Candid reviews of the best restaurants, attractions, tours, shops, and experiences-and advice on the ones not worth your time and money
Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, costs, telephone numbers, and more
Budget-planning help with the lowdown on prices and ways to save money, whether you're traveling on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury
About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.
Reviews / Votes
"Frommer's guides cut through influencer noise and AI-generated jargon to give genuine recommendations born from personal journeys and deep understanding. It's the trusted voice of someone who's truly been there, offering insights you won't find anywhere else." - Samantha Brown, Host of PBS' Places to Love"Frommer's earnest prose, alternately lyrical and artless but always compulsively informative, convey a near-missionary zeal for travel and elevated "Frommer's" from the how-to genre to the kind of book that could change a person's worldview." - The New York Times
"Frommer's has now re-established themselves among the leading travel titles... These human-scale books, written and published by people who genuinely know and love their subject, are perfect for travel's post-pandemic recovery". - The Guardian
"One of the most recognized guidebook brands in the world, Frommer's influence on the traveling public over the past seven decades has been profound. More than 75 million guidebooks bearing the Frommer name have been sold since the mid-1950s." - Travel Weekly Magazine
"Amazingly easy to use. Very portable, very complete." - Booklist
"Detailed, accurate, and easy-to-read information for all price ranges." - Glamour Magazine
"Frommer's Guides have a way of giving you a real feel for a place." - McClatchy Media Company
"It has been decades since I got my start as a travel writer, writing for Frommer's during my years living in Florence, but in my eyes they remain an unwavering go-to source and last word for any of the countless destinations they cover today. I've consulted them more times than I can remember and have never once been disappointed. Am so happy to see that Pauline Frommer and her cracker-jack team continue the enduring legacy of her father Arthur Frommer." - Patricia Schultz, author "1000 Places to See Before You Die"
"If you are a budget-conscious traveler looking for value-for-money recommendations, which includes most family travelers, Frommer's guidebooks offer an excellent choice. Focusing on affordable travel, Frommer's offers practical advice, insider tips, and a reliable rating system. It assigns one to three stars to places and experiences worth your time and money.
Three factors that set Frommer's apart:
1. Budget-friendly recommendations: Frommer's guidebooks provide a wide range of budget-friendly recommendations. Expect information for affordable accommodations, dining options, and attractions. They also offer money-saving tips to help you stretch your travel budget.
2. Practical information: Frommer's guidebooks are known for their practical and detailed information. They contain everything you need to plan your trip efficiently, from transportation to multiple sample itinerary options.
3. Local insights: Frommer's guidebooks include insights and recommendations from local experts, helping you experience a destination like a local. This unique perspective will enhance your travel experience."
- Gather + Go Travel Magazine
More details
Edition
14th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Edition type
New edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 201 mm
Width: 132 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
612 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-62887-635-2 (9781628876352)
Copyright in bibliographic data and cover images is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or by the publishers or by their respective licensors: all rights reserved.
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Nicholas Gill
Frommer's Costa Rica
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07/2025
14th Edition
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Frommer's Costa Rica
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03/2023
13th Edition
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Person
Writer and photographer Nicholas Gill is based in Lima, Peru and Pound Ridge, New York. He is the co-author of numerous cookbooks and is the founder of the newsletter and podcast New Worlder. His work also appears in such publications as the New York Times, Saveur, Food & Wine, Eater, and the Guardian.
Content
Best of Costa Rica
Costa Rica in Context
Suggested Costa Rica Itineraries
Costa Rica's Natural World
The Best Special-Interest Trips
San Jose
The Central Valley
Guanacaste: The Gold Coast
Puntarenas & the Nicoya Peninsula
The Northern Zone
The Central Pacific Coast
The Southern Zone
The Caribbean Coast
Planning Your Trip to Costa Rica
Spanish Terms & Phrases
Costa Rica in Context
Suggested Costa Rica Itineraries
Costa Rica's Natural World
The Best Special-Interest Trips
San Jose
The Central Valley
Guanacaste: The Gold Coast
Puntarenas & the Nicoya Peninsula
The Northern Zone
The Central Pacific Coast
The Southern Zone
The Caribbean Coast
Planning Your Trip to Costa Rica
Spanish Terms & Phrases