The Maya Tropical Forest, which occupies the lowlands of southern Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize, is the closest rainforest to the United States and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Western Hemisphere. It has been home to the Maya peoples for nearly four millennia, starting around 1800 BC. Ancient cities in the rainforest such as Palenque, Yaxchilan, Tikal, and Caracol draw thousands of tourists and scholars seeking to learn more about the prehistoric Maya. Their contempo...

From the ancient traditions of the Lacandón Maya comes an Indigenous model for a sustainable futureHaving lived for centuries isolated within Mexico’s largest remaining tropical rainforest, the Indigenous Lacandón Maya now live at the nexus of two worlds—ancient and modern. While previous research has focused on documenting Lacandón oral traditions and religious practices in order to preserve them, this book tells the story of how Lacandón families have adapted to ...

Our illustrated travel guide will introduce you to the idyllic isle of Tenerife. It's the perfect all-season vacation destination and one of the only places in Europe for guaranteed winter sun.ContentsIntroducing TenerifeWeather and ClimateTourist Cities-- Los Cristianos-- Puerto de la Cruz-- San Cristóbal de La Laguna-- Playa de las Americas-- Los Gigantes-- Santa Cruz de TenerifeSightseeing Highlights--...

This illustrated Travel Guide is designed for optimal navigation on Kindle and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions landmarks districts transportation cultural venues dining history and much more. Addresses telephones hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide is complimented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city attractions. A...

Table of Contents:Essentials: Phrasebook Eat Drink Sleep1. Central America: Travel in developing countries Countries & Destinations History Geography Stay Safe2. Maps: Central America2.1 Belize: Belize Regions Cities & Attractions Belize City2.2 Guatemala: Guatemala Regions Cities & Attractions Antigua Lake Atitlan Volcanoes Flores & Surroundings

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Ecuador and the Galápagos, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures.Inside this Ecuador and the Galápagos travel book, you'll find:Regional deep dive – coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each oneItinerary samples

Many are discovering the up-and-coming vacation destination of Cape Verde, a sunny island archipelago south of the Canary Islands. It's a perfect all-season holiday vacation destination and one of the only short-haul destinations for Europeans to guarantee winter sun.  Table of Contents: Introduction to Cape Verde Climate Regions - Santo Antão - Boa Vista - São Vicente — Mindelo — Mindelo Walking Tour

Cuzco, Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail, Urubamaba - these are just a few of the exciting places this guide has to offer. Peru was the center of the Inca empire, but other civilizations were here long before. The country is larger than Spain, France and Germany combined. Hike the Inca Trail through ancient ruins en route to Machu Picchu. Join in the Andean festivals, unchanged for centuries, or sample the finest cuisine on the continent. Participate in a shamanic ceremony and sample the hallucin...

For a limited time, receive a free Fodor's Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel e-book with the purchase of this guidebook! Go to fodors.com for details.Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.Panama has become Central America's hottest destination. Looking beyond the country's famous, century-old canal, an increasing number of travelers are discovering Panama's ...

The 240-mile (380-km) strip of land south of Cancún is called the Riviera Maya. This includes tourist draws such as Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Xcaret, Cozumel, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Xel-Há and finally Tulum. There are numerous hotels, resorts and spas of every class from grass shacks and see-through huts on the beach to six-star, luxury spas that cost over 500 a day. Playa del Carmen is a bustle while Cozumel, when the cruise ships are gone, is calm. Tulum is buzzing in the day ...

We travel to grow our Adventure Guides show you how. Experience the places you visit more directly, freshly, intensely than you would otherwise sometimes best done on foot, in a canoe, or through cultural adventures like art courses, cooking classes, learning the language, meeting the people, joining in the festivals and celebrations. This can make your trip life-changing, unforgettable. All of the detailed information you need is here about the hotels, restaurants, shopping, sightseeing. ...

Drawn from our much larger guide to Mexico's Pacific Coast, this guide focuses on the Manzanillo Region, Playa Azul, Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. Places covered include Colima, Cuyutlan, Tecoman, and Patzcuaro as well. The extensive introduction covers all of the information you need about Mexico as a whole - getting there, getting around, the history, the culture, and much more. The Pacific coast of Mexico is a playground for active travelers. Warm waves and sunny skies attract the beach crowd wi...