In Costa Rica, it's impossible not to get caught up in the feeling of Pura Vida, `pure life'. So whether selecting from the huge ronge of traditional dishes, dancing the merenge at a fiesta, or cheering a toro brava, `fighting bull', this book will help you get into the swing.

- Join in the crowd at a rodeo, street festival or salsa club

- Loads of cultural & traveling tips, whether you go by bus, scooter or donkey

- Sections on diving, hiking and surfing

- Includes Limón Creole, the language of Costa Rica's Carribean coast

- Music, food, shopping, art & more