Driving the Pan-American Highway to Mexico and Central America: A Complete Guide for Do-It-Yourself Planning and Driving Through Mexico and Central America (Paperback)

by Raymond Pritchard (Author), Audrey Pritchard (Author)

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"A 'must' guide for anyone thinking of driving through Mexico to Central America." -- Costa Rica Today Newspaper

Product Description
The purpose of this guidebook is to assist those wishing to drive through Mexico and into Central America. The United States was a sleeping giant in the 19th century. The railroads that were built across the country were instrumental in its development. Mexico and Central America are being awakened from their slumber by the building of the Pan American Highway.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 162 pages
• Publisher: Costa Rica Books; 6th edition (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1881233480
• ISBN-13: 978-1881233480
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #138,230 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Really Enjoyed This Guide, March 25, 2003

By	Phil Baker (David, Panama) - See all my reviews

I've made the trip from the U.S. to Panama by car four times. Each trip has been different and a real adventure. Although this guide should be updated it contains some good tips and many anecdotes. One of the best parts is where others share their experiences while making the journey. I also liked all of the essential Spanish vocabulary the book contains to help non-Spanish speakers in case they get in a jam. The part about border crossings is also helpful. They can be a real drag and very frustrating. This book helps prepare people for them.
I really wish the publisher would come out with a newer edition. I'plan to contact them and see if they'll let me share my experieces in the next edition. In short, if you plan to make the trip to any Central American country this book can help you.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars better, more accurate info available on the Internet, April 25, 2006

By	M. Barreto (APO, AA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I did a lot of research on our trip. We live in Honduras and are driving to the US over a three week period as we leave the area for good, so ordered the book. I was already very versed in the trip from countless stories on the Internet, and from exploring Central America over the last three years, so found the book simple, badly written, and not very helpful at all. I suggest that instead of spending your money on this book, you do research on the Internet and you will get much better information for free.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars This book sucks!, January 13, 2005

By	Derek C. Dodds - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I couldn't understand this authors directions nor his information - while on the net i did find some great info on driving the pan-american highway - some funny stories along the way too. Go to www.drivemeloco.com for some great info.