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Stop by to see the airplane design on the freeway

Stop by to see the airplane design on the freeway, Ponce

 joiwatani Says:  We stopped by on the freeway twice to see the palm trees planted in a design of a plane. You have to be on a plane to see the whole design of the airplane. But,... 

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Be careful when you climb those letters!

Be careful when you climb those letters!, Ponce

 joiwatani Says:  These huge letters of P-O-N-C-E on the freeway are tall. Make sure to be very careful when you climb them. It's dangerous. I don't encourage people to go there... 

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The usage of cellphones by drivers in Puerto Rico

The usage of cellphones by drivers in Puerto Rico, Ponce

 joiwatani Says:  Be a defensive driver in Puerto Rico. There are many drivers using their cellular phones while driving on the freeway. Just be alert. There is no law regulating... 

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Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe

Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, Ponce

 bsfreeloader Says:  Built in 1836, the Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe is another iconic symbol of Ponce. The striking blue-and-white structure also is found in the Plaza... 

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Parque de Bombas

Parque de Bombas, Ponce

 bsfreeloader Says:  Found in the Plaza de las Delicias, the Parque de Bombas is Ponce’s most iconic symbol. The bright red-and-black structure houses a small museum containing... 

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Plaza de las Delicias

Plaza de las Delicias, Ponce

 bsfreeloader Says:  Ponce’s primary claim to fame is its main square – Plaza de las Delicias. The square is a typical Spanish colonial square, very similar to those found... 

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South Coast PR Magazine

South Coast PR Magazine, Ponce

 keeper7 Says:  When visiting Ponce or Puerto Rico for that matter, you should check out southcoastpr.com. This magazine, captures the pulse of what is happening in southern... 

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El Vigia - Awesome views from here

El Vigia - Awesome views from here, Ponce

 VdV Says:  We drove up the hill to go to the Museo Castillo Serralles, and upon arriving at the top of the hill, came upon the awesome sight known as El Vigia. It is a... 

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Paseo Atocha: Ponce's Pedestrian Mall

Paseo Atocha: Ponce's Pedestrian Mall, Ponce

 VdV Says:  Paseo Atocha is Ponce's pedestrian mall (i.e., the street has been closed to auto traffic.) It stretches over 3-4 blocks (I think up to Calle Guadalupe.) There... 

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Den Caya: A bit of India, Africa and Asia found in Ponce...

Den Caya: A bit of India, Africa and Asia found in Ponce..., Ponce

 VdV Says:  Den Caya boasts a very good selection of unique ethnic clothing from Africa, India, Asia, and Latin American countries. There are blouses, skits, pants,... 

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Do stop in at the Ponce Tourism Office

Do stop in at the Ponce Tourism Office, Ponce

 VdV Says:  For you Lonely Planet readers, under the Ponce section, it recommends that you visit Judith Pacheco Santos at the Ponce Tourism Office. I don't know if Judith... 

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Hotel Belgica

 2 Reviews and 112 Opinions  Clean, AC works great. You could hear the traffic out on the street. We stayed in a room with two... 

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Hilton Ponce And Casino

 2 Reviews and 212 Opinions  Ponce Hilton is a great place to stay that has it all for a great vacation. Located in Ponce, in the... 

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El Sabor Cafe: Great bargain, delicious food = good value!

El Sabor Cafe: Great bargain, delicious food = good value!, Ponce

 VdV Says:  When planning a day trip to Ponce, I checked VT for Restaurants tips. Not seeing many, I did notice the two tips on here were of Seasons Restaurant located on... 

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 We stayed at Canda's in the inn upstairs. Inquire in the bar.The asking price is $60/night, however, there is room for negotiation. The rooms at Canda's are... 

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Q:  Is it safe to drink the water? 

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A: Drank only bottled water, but did get drinks with ice cubes. No problems in 3 visits! 

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The Pearl of the South

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 My friend and I rented a car in Isla Verde/San Juan to spend a day in Ponce. We originally wanted to take a day tour from our hotel, but at least three tour operators said they did not have enough... 

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Ponce - Puerto Rico's "Pearl of the South"

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 Ponce is Puerto Rico's 2nd largest city. It is was founded in 1692 and named after Ponce de Leon. It is situated in the center of Puerto Rico's southern coast. Walking around the city is what I would... 

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Lovely City of Ponce

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 Called "La Perla del Sur" (Pearl of the South), Ponce was founded in 1692 by Juan Ponce de Leon's great grandson. Ponce dates back to the the late 17th century and has been declared a national... 

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Ponce

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 With a population of just under 200,000, a rich history, well preserved colonial architecture, and a reputation for fun, I had high expectations for Ponce. Those expectations were dashed almost upon... 

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 We stopped overnight in Ponce on a quick weekend trip to PR. Sadly, Ponce looks like a dying town. Many, if not most formerly glorious buildings in the downtown area were deserted and in extreme... 

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