I haven't read all the posts so i don't know if its been mentioned. I also don't know if its still around but there are probably other guides like it. I used eric frommer's guide to latin america when i went there. It was invaluable. It gives very specific information as to where you stay , how much it costs , where to eat etc etc. Otherwises it would have been hit and run. I gave frommer's guide to an ex-girlfriend and she said it saved her money the moment she arrived. You can go to barnes and noble and read it for free. I think if you get in a pinch this guide can literally save your life.