Beaches and Water Sports in San Juan, Puerto Rico



What is there to do when you are on a Caribbean island and practically surrounded by beaches? If you’re a perfectly rational human being, then the ideal answer would be to throw off those shoes and go crazy in the water.

In San Juan, Puerto Rico, there’s so much room for beach adventures. For one, the tropical climate is on your side. The average annual temperature is 82 F (28 C) and it almost never goes below 64 F or above 97 F. With a great weather, it’s almost impossible not to enjoy San Juan’s clear waters and white sand.

Isla Verde is the premier beach destination in San Juan. Stretching for miles along the city coastline, Isla Verde Beach lies in front of numerous luxury hotels, condominiums, restaurants, clubs, guesthouses, upscale apartments, parks, and even a cemetery.

Although you can still read or take a nap here, this beach is not your ideal location if you’re looking for a tranquil and deserted getaway. There’s not much crowd on weekdays but people come in droves during the weekends and Isla Verde becomes a hub of water activities. The surf is good enough for body surfing or you can venture further into the sea with parasailing, jetskiing, and water skiing. Nearby sports shops offer equipment for rent. Beachfront hotels and resorts in Isla Verde also feature various facilities for water sports.

Fishing is another popular water sport in San Juan. Most anglers here practice the catch-and-release system though so the farthest you can get for a souvenir catch is a picture of the fish. A common style here is deep sea fishing. The most abundant species in these parts of the Caribbean are allison tuna, sailfish, wahoo, and mackerel. Thanks to the island’s tropical climate, fishing is good all year you have more chances of catching tuna, dolphin, wahoo, sailfish and other species during the months of October to early March.

San Juan has a lot of marine charters that offer a half-day or full day fishing trip. Boats often range from 32-50 feet and can take in about six passengers along with two to four fishing crew. Deep water is close to shore so you can usually start fishing within half an hour of leaving port. A half-day tour package can cost $480-$500, a six-hour trip ranges from $650-$700, and a whole day of fishing costs anywhere from $850 to $1,000. These fees are already inclusive of fishing equipment, beverages, and services of captain and mate.

For those who would rather stay out of deep waters but still want a great fishing experience, light tackle fishing in the bays and lagoons is a good alternative. There are marine charters as well that offer smaller boats, around 16-18 feet, for a half-day or full day trip.

Scuba diving and snorkeling are must-do activities as well in Puerto Rico. The visibility is at least 60 to 75 feet in areas nearer to the beach but it can be up to 100 feet offshore. Diving sites in San Juan feature awe-inspiring marine diversity and picturesque geographical formations. Other impressive dive sites are 50 miles west of Mayaguez, near Desecheo Island off Rincon, off Mona Island, and off Culebra and Vieques. There’s no reason to panic even if you’re a newbie in diving. Some hotels and resorts offer diving lessons for beginners. As for snorkeling, the shallow reefs in San Juan are more than enough to dazzle you with awesome underwater scenery. A good snorkeling location is in the bay marina near the Caribe Hilton hotel.

Butterfly Festival in Thailand



If you’re a butterfly enthusiast, you may want to travel to Thailand during the month of June for the Annual Butterfly Sighting Festival at Pang Sida National Park. Located in the eastern province of Sakaeo, Pang Sida is host to over 350 species of butterflies including many exotic swallowtail and birdwing species. The best time to observe butterflies is in the early morning, about an hour or two after sunrise.

Located about two hours from Bangkok by car, Sakaeo has a variety of attractions to keep you busy for at least 3-4 days – in addition to Pang Sida, there are the bizarre earth pillars and dunes at Laluk, affectionately called “The Miniature Grand Canyon of Thailand” and some rather small but remarkable Khmer ruins near the city of Aranyaprathet. In close proximity to the Cambodian border, Aranyaprathet has the largest border market in eastern Thailand. Pang Sida Park is about 20 minutes from downtown Sakaeo while Laluk is about 80 minutes northeast and Aranyaprathet is about 1 hour to the east.

Like many cities in Thailand, Sakaeo seems to be relatively nondescript but once you are there for a while, it kind of grows on you. Actually, I find Sakaeo to be a rather pleasant place and despite it’s boring reputation, there is sanuck to be found. Sanuck is the Thai word for FUN. You just have to know “where to go”.

Want to visit Sakaeo Province? Calypso Island Tours offers Explore Sakaeo, an introductory 4 day/3 night vacation package to this ‘off the beaten track’ destination in Eastern Thailand

5 Things to Do in Puerto Rico



The Islands of Puerto Rico are a Caribbean jewel. Beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and vast history provide a sensual feast for visitors. The country is easy to explore because even the most distant points are only a 3 hour drive. There is plenty to do to help you learn about the people, the place and the culture.

Puerto Rico is divided into 5 regions. San Juan and the North are filled with historic sites, beaches, lagoons, lakes, caves and forests. In the East you will find fantastic golden sand beaches, golf courses, nature reserves and impressive underwater reefs and cays.

The Central area is world-famous for its coffee. Arabic coffee has been produced in Puerto Rico since about 1736. The aroma and flavor of Arabic coffee warms my coffee drinking heart. The area is also rich in archaeological sites and is home to two botanical gardens. It is a great area to shop for fine crafts from local artists.

Porta del sol is home to some of the world’s great surfing areas and beaches, coastal forests and coffee and sugar farms. There are several public golf courses and marinas. In Porta Caribe you can explore 15 towns (including fishing villages), more beautiful beaches and forests. This area also has fresh water lakes for fishing, and Carnival activities.

When there is so much to see and do its hard to know where to begin. Here are my picks for the 5 things you should do when you visit Puerto Rico.

1. Visit the El Yunque Rainforest – Stroll through the treetops on a 60-foot elevated walkway, hike to the waterfall and enjoy a swim in the natural pools. El Yunque has been declared a United Nations World Biosphere Reserve and is a must see stop.

2. Go spelunking and hiking in the Rio Camuy Caves, an impressive subterranean cave network. Trams will take you through the dense tropical vegetation down to the mouth of Clara cave.

3. Go Shopping at the largest shopping center in the Caribbean, Plaza las Americas, in Hato Rey. There are over 300 stores selling everything for local pottery to high fashion.

4. Take a horseback ride through a coffee plantation high in the mountains. You can rent horses by the hour and take a guided tour.

5. Do anything on the water from snorkeling to kayaking to surfing to fishing to sailing are all available.

If all this sounds like too much action and you just want to chill on the beach in a lawn chair, listen to the waves lap against the sand, while sipping a strawberry margarita or rum and coke, well that is perfectly cool too.

Enjoy San Juan Puerto Rico’s Luxurious Culture



If you want to go on a holiday to San Juan, you are in for the experience of your life. San Juan is a place that is an eclectic mix of history, culture, beaches and friendly people. Old San Juan was a walled city, which is a retrospect to the ancient Spanish colonies.

It is now a square mile of restored architecture, plazas, forts and a spectacular sea facing esplanade. The beaches and resorts are plentiful in the Isla Verde area and the Urban Condado region.

Santurce quarter is popular for its performing arts, theatres, and a burgeoning marketplace. For the more urbane people, casinos, restaurants and clubs are in plenty.

Cultural mix

San Juan is a place, which is filled with cultural diversity. Being a part of the ancient Spanish colony, it absorbed Spanish and Caribbean culture and now that it is a part of the United States, American culture was added to the mix.

The people of San Juan or the San Juaneros call their culture a blend of tradition, values and American modernism. You can find people talking on their swanky little cell phones in the middle of 16th century forts and 30 storey skyscrapers.

Family spot

San Juan is well known as a traditional and family oriented place, where families going on holidays feel right at home. Everyone including hotels, car rental companies and even the priciest restaurants are more than willing to accommodate families, catering to requirements for car seats, high chairs or even bibs.

Entertainment and activities are available for the whole family. The children can enjoy a visit to the Museo del Nino, which is the Children’s museum. It is fun, creative and interactive for kids.

The park Luis Munoz Marin Park is great to take children to spend all their pent up energy. The whole family can visit the historic fortresses and underground hidden passages or guided tours.

You can end the day and your sigh seeing venture by a visit to the Plaza de Hostos where you can cool off with frozen treats.

Activity filled days

San Juan, which is in Puerto Rico, always has the most beautiful summer weather, with warm nights and cool summer breeze. Filling your days with outdoor activities while in San Juan is not at all difficult.

Isla Verde, which is actually a big stretch of connected beaches, is the hub of water sports and other beach activities. One can indulge in games of volleyball, handball or Frisbee on its cool white sands or just lie under the shade of a leafy palm tree enjoying the cool breeze and catching up on a bestseller. Sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving are very popular water sports here.

If you love playing tennis and want to continue enjoying it whilst on your holiday, then the tennis courts at central park are available from dawn to dusk, at a nominal fee.

Comfortable Yet Cheap Airlie Beach Hotels



Airlie Beach is a beautiful, small town in Queensland, Australia’s Whitsunday Region. It is a popular tourist destination because it is one of several departure points in going to the Great Barrier Reef. However, depending in oceanic conditions, it usually takes two to three hours just to get to the reef from Shute Harbor.

Airlie Beach enjoys a tropical lifestyle and climate. Its population was estimated then at 2,751 but is now estimated at around 25,000. Every year, during Pentecost Sunday or Whit Sunday, Airlie Beach residents celebrate “The Blessing of the Fleet”. Father Keith Felgate started this blessing ceremony.

As a tourist destination, the local council of the beach built small to medium sized lagoons by the foreshore for swimming. This is because the beach gets inhabited by a type of jellyfish called marine stingers, especially during the months of November to May. The lagoon resembles the one in Caims.

The region is regarded as a backpacker’s haven. If you want to take a boat to the islands, go to Abel Point Marina. It’s only a 15 minute walk away from Airlie’s High Street – Shute Harbor Road.

Airlie Beach Activities
Contrary to its name, Airlie Beach is not a conducive place to enjoy the beach. From October to May, it’s restricted to swim here. If you really want to swim, you’ll be required to wear a stinger suit or one made from a rash top kind of material. As an alternative there’s a manmade lagoon you can swim in. It is about 200 meters long and about 50 meters wide. It is landscaped with grass and a bridge. Life guards watch swimmer throughout the day and there’s ample security every night. Every Saturday, they have a market by the waterfront where you can buy souvenirs and locally produced foods.

You can also get daytrips or a cruise to Whitsunday Islands. Meals are also included in most sailing trips.

Airlie also has various restaurants that offer budget to expensive cuisines. There are also many take away eateries that provide special catering even to the backpacker market. Other favorable places known for their good food include Deja vu at Water’s Edge Resort and Arlie Beach Hotel’s Capers. Along Airlie’s main street, Armada, you’ll find many city style cocktail bars and restaurants. Budget wise, head to Magnums or Morroco’s Beaches for great pub-style meals.

Airlie Beach Hotels
Beaches Backpackers – This is located in the midst of the town, offering lots of dorm beds. This place is connected to one of the town’s liveliest bar. Their normal dorm can sleep 8 with its own toilet and a shower, TV and fridge. Their rooms are fairly clean. The nightly cost is $24. There is a $10 doorkey deposit. Every Friday and Saturday, there is live music with singing teen songs catering to the young Irish and British visitors. They also give discounts to Nomads Mad card holders.

Backpackers by the Bay – This lodging facility received the Whitsunday Tourism Award last 2004. They have a nice kitchen, bar and a small pool. They also have tables and sofas on their relaxing terrace overlooking the harbor. Their staff are known fir their friendly and helpful services.

Each dorm can sleep 4. These are kept artistically decorated and clean. The nightly cost is $26 but they offer discounts for YHA card holders.

A bus stop is just outside. It is only a 5 minute walk from the main road. Its address is 12 Hermitage Drive Airlie Beach Queensland, Australia.

Magnum’s Hostel – This is situated by the main road. It is connected to a bar, food court and bar. There are also slot machines here and rock or alternative live music is played in the bar.

Golden Princess Southern Caribbean Cruise Review – Overview



Our most recent cruise was aboard the Princess Cruise Lines’ ship the Golden. Our itinerary included the tropical Southern Caribbean. This overview is one article in a series of our Golden Princess Southern Caribbean cruise review. First, let me start by explaining why we chose this particular cruise.

We had a very special birthday to celebrate. This celebration was to include our children (in their mid to late 20’s) as well as our parents (up to 85 years old). We wanted a cruise line that would cater to the activity needs of our kids and still be elegant enough to be enjoyable to our parents.

Princess Cruise Lines seemed to be a natural fit. The date for our cruise was somewhat fixed in that the birth date had to be among the cruise dates. Our preference was to take a Southern Caribbean Cruise which included Aruba, St. Thomas and St. Kitts. It just so happened that the magnificent Golden Princess was sailing that itinerary on the required dates.

Our cruise started from the port of San Juan, Puerto Rico. It meant a rather lengthy flight with one stop-over to reach San Juan. The flight segments however were very smooth and uneventful. From the airport, we had a short bus ride to the cruise terminal.

There were the usual line-ups to clear customs and check-in with Princess in the terminal. This seemed to pass quickly enough considering some of the other cruises we have enjoyed.

The Golden Princess had its inaugural cruise in May of 2001. That meant that she was 5 years old at the time of our cruise. Having been on a newer cruise ship, her age was somewhat evident to us but her majesty overshadowed her age.

The cruise was a very smooth sail when compared to other Caribbean cruises we have been on. With so many stops on a one week cruise, the distances between ports made for a mostly leisurely run.

The ports of call were all interesting. Some were still rebuilding after hurricane damage. We are normally ‘beach babies’ wanting to enjoy the sun and surf as often as possible, but on this cruise we went to a beach only twice and one of those times was right at the cruise port. Our ports of call included San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Grenada, Isla Margarita, and Aruba.

We found this cruise to be rather ‘aggressive’ in that we were in port so quickly and so often that we never really saw the entire ship. Of course we mad a point to try to see all of the common areas but obviously missed a few.

The weather, although overcast with light rain a couple of days, was great. Mid to high 80’s every day is what we went on a sunny vacation for.

The staterooms we chose were balcony rooms. All were on the same side of the ship with two groups of three attached balconies. This was great. With the doors between balconies open, we could congregate as we would at a cottage or resort.

The birthday celebration was wonderful as well. Room service delivered veggies and dip, fruit trays, cheese trays nachos and dip and beverages to our stateroom. There was ample room on our balcony for the eleven of us to sit and enjoy all of this food.

In all, this cruise ship was not the most elegant that we have been on, but it did have all of the amenities and activities required to suit our broad age range. It certainly sold the kids on cruising vacations.

For more specific reviews on the components of our Golden Princess cruise including the trip to the cruise port including embarkation, stateroom, food, dining options, activities and ports-of-call, check our Caribbean Cruises Articles map at http://www.a1-discount-cruises.com often.

Popular Restaurants in Puerto Rico – January 2008



Start the new year with a new dining experience in Puerto Rico. The following are the top ten popular restaurants for January 2008. Try someplace new this week!

1. El Charro – This small restaurant tucked away in the Puerta de Tierra neighborhood of San Juan offers well-made traditional Mexican food. Enjoy queso fundido (melted cheese fondue) or pico de gallo with your chips and salsa while drinking a great-tasting margarita or cold beer. Select from enchiladas, burritos, tacos, fajitas, ceviche and more. El Charro is closed on the weekends, so you’ll need to treat yourself during the week.

2. Terra Campestre – Serving their creative style of authentic Puerto Rican food in Guaynabo, Terra Campestre offers classic appetizers (like meats and cheeses) and salads to start you off right. Chicken, pork and fish make up the main entrees, but there are also grilled churrasco, mofongo and other traditional country foods. Be sure to make room for some fresh dessert.

3. El Mariachi – Located in the Condado district in San Juan, this Mexican / Puerto Rican restaurant serves a wide variety of authentic dishes. Start with tasty nachos or fresh fish ceviche before moving on to traditional tacos, burritos, or fajitas. Or try their take on chicken cordon bleu (chicken stuffed with Serrano ham and manchego cheese), Mahi Mahi in chutney of banana and white wine sauce, or even a seafood paella. Many choices and flavors for everyone.

4. Good Four Seasons – Also located in Condado, San Juan, this Chinese / Japanese restaurant offers a good variety of traditional dishes. From spring rolls to hot and sour soup, fried rice to lo mein, and numerous pork, chicken, beef and seafood dishes on their Chinese menu, combined with sushi and tempura from the Japanese side, you will find many ways to satisfy your Asian food desires. As one reviewer states, “Good chinese food, but the best is that they deliver!”

5. Danny’s International – An Italian and pizza restaurant in the Condado area of San Juan, Danny’s International always draws a crowd. Come early for breakfast (they open at 7:00 am) for pancakes, eggs, omelets or just a bagel and coffee. Enjoy lunch and dinner from their pizza menu with over 30 toppings and many unique combinations, hot and cold sub sandwiches, cheesesteaks, burgers, and a whole lot more.

6. Metropol – This popular Cuban restaurant has several locations in Puerto Rico, including Isla Verde (Carolina), Hato Rey (San Juan), and Fajardo. They offer a wide selection of chicken, pork, seafood and beef dishes. If you can’t decide, there is always the Fiesta Cubana, which is a selection of typical Cuban dishes: congri, tamale, pork, cassava, pot roast and shredded beef. Daily specials, tortillas, great desserts and a kid’s menu round out their menu. A reviewer states that “It’s a great place for cuban food, my family and I go there quite often. The congri is the best.”

7. Jibia by Chef Frank Maldonado – Serving Puerto Rican and International dishes in the Caparra Terrace of Rio Piedras. Start with a Caesar salad or even escargot, then move on to salmon, pork cops, or one of their risottos. Daily specials and sushi on Monday’s and Saturday’s ensure that every day you can try something different. Also available for birthday, wedding, and anniversary parties, as well as orders to go.

8. Faccio Pizza – With numerous locations around Puerto Rico, Faccio Pizza is always popular. Over 20 toppings available (including uncommon ones like octopus and tuna), or try one of their combinations. Non-pizza eaters will find a large selection of pasta or classics such as chicken parmesan. Finish with a cold cerveza and some desert. Great for the whole family.

9. Mejico Lindo y Que… Rico – Mexican food served deliciously in the Puerto Nuevo area of San Juan. Begin with what a reviewer calls “excellent soup” or a plate of nachos with the works. Select from numerous versions of burritos, chimichangas, salads, fajitas or combinations of tacos, enchiladas or flautas. Try something a little different with a steak or shrimp dish, and finish with a flan, fried bananas, or fried ice cream. A kid’s menu is available.

10. Paellas y Algo Mas Catering and Take Out – Located in Caparra Terrace, this restaurant delivers fine catered dishes, focusing on Puerto Rican style. Choose from traditional dishes such as mofongo, croquetas or one of their many styles of paella (they have more than a dozen varieties). Additionally, other dishes are available like pastas, sandwiches, salads and even deserts. You are sure to find something you like, whether you are buying for one, for a family dinner, or to cater a party.

San Juan Vacation Rentals



Since Puerto Rico isn’t the largest of islands (only 100 miles long and 35 miles wide) you’ve decided to make San Juan your home base for your upcoming visit to this effervescent and diverse Caribbean paradise. Now, you’ll have the historic city at your fingertips along with the beach, plenty of cafes, night clubs, and boutiques. Visiting the lush rain forests in the interior of the island means less than an hour’s drive, so it sounds like you stand a good chance of seeing it all.

One thing you don’t want to see, however, is another cookie-cutter place to stay. Hotels line the streets of the resort district, but in the spirit of this eclectic nation you’ve decided to do this trip a little differently. By renting a vacation property, you’ll be sure to make this a trip unlike any you’ve taken before.

You plan to do a little of everything while you’re here. Old San Juan, the celebrated neighborhood screaming with history and offering constant glimpses of days gone by, tops your list of tourist destinations. You’d like to take a walking tour in order to be properly informed of all that you see, and you’d also appreciate a little time on your own to just soak it all in at your own pace.

You’d also like to tour the rum distillery and check out the old castles that once protected this port from enemy forces. Cemeteries, cathedrals, and coffee plantations have caught your eye as well, so at this point you’ve realized that your visit to San Juan and the surrounding area is going to be jam-packed with activities and cultural education.

The decision to stay in a vacation rental will make all of your sightseeing a breeze, as many properties are conveniently located near the major attractions. If you’d prefer to be a little removed from the pulsing city life, that’s possible as well, but keep in mind that an urban-style apartment located in Old San Juan will feel comfortable and private if it has been designed and decorated just so.

From three stories above the ground, the noise of nighttime revelers probably won’t disturb you, and your view of the sea will make you feel lucky to be alive. A kitchen equipped with all the basics means you won’t have to eat out every meal, thus you’ll have more money to spend on souvenirs for the poor souls back home that couldn’t make the trip.

Your investigation of a property like this might turn up the tidbit of information that you’re staying in what was once a Spanish orphanage, and the tasteful artwork practically makes this an education in itself. Don’t think this will be like you’re staying in a museum, however; the master bedroom, DVD player, and 600 thread count sheets will pamper and please you like you’ve never been before. When you return to your normal life after a few days, you’ll be refreshed, relaxed, and perhaps a bit worldlier.

Of course, if your heart is set on hearing the sound of the surf from your open window as you nod off to sleep at night, there are plenty of properties available right on the beach. From cozy and quaint to family-sized, you’re sure to find a place that’s just feet from the shoreline and fully outfitted with towels, beach chairs, and information about all the recreational activities available.

Spend your days surfing, snorkeling, or sailing, and then remember that the diversions of the town aren’t too far away. To top off a lovely day, celebrate with your fellow travelers amongst the friendly people of San Juan. This means sampling the local food and drink before blending into the crowd of dancers that will certainly begin congregating once the music starts.

Your time in San Juan will be well spent, especially if you reserve a distinctive place to stay. The small effort of going online will be worth it once you lay eyes on the San Juan Vacation Rental you have chosen, so start looking well in advance of your trip to ensure that you end up exactly where you want to be.

Bad Advice Found in Travel Guides And What You Should Really Do



While there are many high-quality travel guides written by real veteran globe-trekkers, in reality most travel guide content is written by interns or low-level writers employed by large for-profit publishing companies. As a result, many of the travel tips they give aren’t based on real experience. These tips may look good on paper, but when you get to the nitty-gritty of travelling itself, they become less practical than they seem at first-maybe even disastrous. So if you see these tips in your travel guide, take your pen and put a big X over them.

1. “Follow the cheap travel deals.” This is not good advice. If you’re going to go through the trouble of getting time off work, planning your vacation, organizing accommodations and activities, packing, and flying a long distance, you should go to the place where you want to go. Don’t settle on one destination just because where you really want to go is too expensive. On the contrary, decide where you want to go, and do whatever you have to go to get there. You can find good deals for any destination if you look hard enough.

2. “Arrive at the airport two hours early.” This one has been going around for a while, and it has become even more common in the last decade as security checkpoints have become more time consuming.

In fact, it’s a good idea to get to the airport early, especially if you’re going to one of the more busy and troubled airports. But even if you’re flying out of New York’s JFK or Chicago’s O’Hare, two hours is excessive. Give it 45 minutes for domestic flights and 90 minutes for international flights. If you want to be safe, give it an extra 15 minutes, and give it an extra 30 minutes on big travel days.

3. “Pack as light as possible.” Yes, it’s good to pack light, especially if you’re going to be traveling around to several different places. However, let’s say you’re going on a 1-week trip to Paris, where you will be staying for the entire week in the same hotel. In this case, there’s nothing wrong with having a little extra. You won’t be moving around too much, and your hotel room will probably give you enough room to spread out settle in. So take everything you need to be comfortable-within reason.

4. “Look for package deals.” Package deals are definitely cheaper, and they’re great if you don’t mind being surrounded by tourists for every second of your vacation. But if you want to have a unique experience that lets you enjoy some of the local culture of the place you’re visiting, it’s best to go it alone. You may have to pay a little extra, but your experience will be fuller.

5. “Ask the concierge.” When you ask the concierge at a hotel what food options are in the area, he or she will probably give you a list of tourist-friendly spots. But what if you don’t want “tourist-friendly”? It’s best to go out and make an adventure of finding a place to eat-or else do your research beforehand.

Vacation Spots in Puerto Rico



There is a wide variety of choices when it comes to choosing vacation spots in Puerto Rico, whether it’s for a family vacation or a romantic getaway. It often depends on how much time you have and which location you choose.

Puerto Rico is especially famous for its stunning beaches, excellent accommodation and a vibrant night life. It is a colorful, unique, and diverse country symbolized by its people and the Puerto Rican flag. It is divided into many smaller towns and cities, each with its own special attractions.

There’s San Juan, for example. It is one of the oldest colonial cities and perhaps the best preserved in the Americas. San Juan, being the chief port of Puerto Rico, is the most visited and most popular city.

Ponce is also a popular destination for the tourist with its traditional feel rich with historic places, stunning architecture and magnificent plaza. You can also visit and explore the island of Culebre, or disappear in Bosque Estatal de Carite in the central mountains. You can hop on a bus or you can pedal your way to the beautiful the island of Vieques, with its luxurious accommodations, pristine coastline, and beautiful restaurants. Here, you could try the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge. The aquatic theme park in Aguadilla is also a famous destination for tourists. It is best known for its high peaks, clear beaches, water sports such as surfing and for their traditional bobbin lace-making.

In Puerto Rico, every stop has something to offer, and most of them are popular tourist destinations. Whether for sightseeing or water sports, Puerto Rico is a place you’ll never forget.