Central America & the Caribbean at 1:6, 000, 000 from Cartographia, showing both physical geography & political boundaries, with an enlargement for the Panama Canal, plus flags, coats of arms, population & area for all the countries. Coverage

Includes:: the southern US states around the Gulf of Mexico, extending north to Memphis TN, & in South America western Venezuela with Caracas & Columbia south to Medellin. The map shows country boundaries & within Mexico & USA also state borders. Topography is shown by altitude colouring with relief shading & plenty of names of mountain ranges, peaks & volcanoes with heights, etc. In coastal waters coral reefs are marked. The map shows the network or main roads & railway lines; principal airports & sea ports are also marked. Symbols highlight UNESCO World Heritage sites & other archaeological remains. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 4° intervals. The index is on the reserve. Map legend

Includes:: English. The Panama Canal area is shown in greater detail on an enlargement at 1:500, 000. Under the map is a panel showing for each country its flag, coat of arms, area, population & the capital city, plus a list of dependencies (Anguilla, Aruba, etc.)



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Central America Handbook in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

Central America at 1:1, 100, 000 on a double-sided indexed map from ITMB with enlargements for the environs of San Jose & the Panama Canal area, information about each country’s size, highest peak, etc The map divides the region north/south across Nicaragua (along the 12°latitude) with a small overlap between the two sides. Relief is shown by elevation colouring & spot heights, with swamps, reefs & active volcanoes marked. Road network

Includes:: selected seasonal tracks, gives intermediate distances on main routes, & shows locations of border crossings & selected petrol stations. Railways, domestic airports & landing strips, & major ferry routes are marked, as well as the internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. National parks & nature reserves, beaches, archaeological sites & other places of interest are highlighted. Latitude & longitude lines are shown at intervals of 1°. Each side has a a separate index of place names & is annotated with panels of useful information about the region. The map also

Includes:: enlargements of the Panama Canal corridor, the environs of San Jose, Isla del Coco, & Isla de San Andres.



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Central America on a waterproof & tear-resistant, double-sided map at 1:1, 750, 000 from Nelles Verlag, with Costa Rica also shown separately 1:900, 000, plus several insets with street plans or enlargements of most visited towns, areas & archaeological sites, all annotated with tourist sights. The map divides the whole region north/south, with a good overlap; Costa Rica also presented in more detail at 1:900, 000 on a separate panel. Relief shading, spot heights & names of mountain ranges present the topography. National parks & other protected area are highlighted. Road network distinguishes between partially paved roads & dirt tracks, & shows distances on main routes. Railway lines & local airports are included, & the map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. Numerous places of interest are prominently marked, with the main the Maya remains prominently highlighted. Latitude & longitude margin ticks are at 1° intervals. The map has no index of localities. Map legend

Includes:: English. Numerous insets provide enlargements & street plans of popular destinations, highlighting tourist sights. On the northern half of the map there are street plans of central Mérida, Campeche, Guatemala City & Antigua in Guatemala, enlargements for the Riviera Maya, Cancún’s beaches, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres & Lake Atitlán, plus detailed plans of archaeological sites at Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Copán, Tikal, Palenque & Uxmal. The southern side in addition to the more detailed map of Costa Rica also has a large inset with a street plan of central San José, an enlargement for the Monteverde region, plus a map of the Isla del Cocos.

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Attractive 73x 57cm wallmap of the region, from Guatemala & Belize to Panama. The familiar NGS cartography is here: different colours distinguish political boundaries & unobtrusive hill-shading shows the general relief. Selected peak heights are marked, & bathymetric tinting is applied to the sea areas, with some depths marked. Major roads, railways & oil pipelines are marked, rivers, lakes & highland ranges are named, & reefs & swamps are indicated. National parks & administrative regions are shown & small symbols depict airports, oil fields & ruins. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 3 ...

Central America, from Guatemala & Belize to Panama, on a wall map, size 73 x 56.5cm (30” x 22” approx), paper version, published by the National Geographic Society in their traditional classic style: light coloured base with country boundaries in different colours. Topography of the region is shown by light relief shading with names of mountain ranges. Peak heights are given in metres. Graphic show swamps, seasonal lakes, plus coral reefs. Country boundaries are highlighted & different colours; internal administrative borders & names of provinces are also included. The map shows the network of main road & rail connections, as well as domestic airports. National parks are highlighted, & the map indicates locations of selected archaeological sites. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 3°.* This map is also available encapsulated. ...

Central America on a Budget in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Central America in the Shoestring guide series from Lonely Planet; market-leading, comprehensive guides aimed specifically at those travelling independently on a budget & cover popular backpacking destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on each destination. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet Shoestring guide has the same layout, covering a large region or continent with dedicated sections for each country. Introductory chapters include information on responsible travel & a ...

The best-selling guide to Central America. Discover amazing experiences Inspirational images & a new planning section will help you unlock the perfect trip. Go further on your budget We have found the best value for any budget so you can plan the trip you really want. Get off the beaten track Easy-to-use maps help you discover the highlights & hidden gems that will make your trip unique. Special Features, All new Off the Beaten Track itinerary, Illustrated maps of Tikal & Chichen Itza, Packed with activities like hiking, rafting & surfing. You can trust us. Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is. ...

Dig into history along the Ruta Maya, zip through the rain forest canopy or spend the day searching out that perfect hammock spot by the beach. Adventures are born every day in Central America. & this comprehensive guide
- with expanded Yucatan & Chiapas coverage
- gives you the tools to avoid spending an arm & a leg on the journey of a lifetime.
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- volunteer as a game warden, study Spanish, or simply learn how to extend your stay.
Culture Club
- candid local interviews reveal the true nature & spirit of the isthmus' No. 1 natural resource
- its people.
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