About the Author

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A renowned expert on Central America, CHRISTOPHER P. BAKER is a travel writer, photographer, lecturer, and tour leader. He has also authored and photographed guidebooks to Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Panama for the National Geographic Traveler series. The Lowell Thomas Award 2008 Travel Journalist of the Year, Baker has also contributed to a wide range of publications, including National Geographic Traveler and Newsweek. A lecturer at the National Press Club and the World Affairs Council, he has appeared on the National Geographic Channel, CNN, NPR, and dozens of other radio and TV outlets. He lives in Palm Springs, California.