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 The Bar and "get drunk, fall down" sign by PA2AKgirl I stayed at the Wyndham in Old San Juan and my flight got in late. I thought we were going to experience Pinones, so I didn't eat all day. Because it was so late, all those little stands shut down and I was left with only a few choices. Kina suggested Senor Frogs because it was right behind my hotel. I had only been here for an hour, keep in mind, so even though I wasn't thrilled with the idea of going to a touristy place like Senor Frogs from my first PR meal, I went along with it. She was showing me around, afterall and I was very grateful for the company. I didn't know it was spring break still and I certainly didn't know that San Juan was a spring break destination. It was SO crowded and I felt out of place because I wasn't dressed like a whore (sorry) All I wanted was to eat but it ended up being this whole ordeal...we finally got served, I watched a lot of girls fall down drunk (which the sign at Senor Frogs states is perfectly acceptable) and after my flight, this is not the place I wanted to be in. I liked Senor Frogs in college, I suppose...but it's just not something I pictured when I pictured Old San Juan
There's this drink...I can't remember what it is right now...a rum drink, but it also has about 6 other kinds of liquor in it. It will make you feel better. Also, just don't go in March. Kina assured me this place is pretty good when it's not spring break...more "ethnic" is what she said. I would have preferred that over the things we had to contend with.
There are lots of other places to go. As soon as we ate, we got out of there. Leave a Comment
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 The Bacardi Bat! by jgemini65 The Bacardi rum tour is a tourist trap...albeit, one that rewards you with 2 drinks of your choice! The ferry ride is free from San Juan and the tour is free! The only thing you pay for is the taxi ride from the dock to the plant...3.00 if you share with a few people! You can take a local bus for nearly nothing if you don't mind taking a tour of the city going the long way around!
The tour is what it is! I was hoping to see the inner workings of the plant! No! Thats not what you get...you get a history lesson and 2 free drinks! Oh well...could be a lot worse! Leave a Comment
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Even though Loquillo beach is nice, I think it is overrated. There are lots of nice beaches around the island, the condado beach, the sunbay in Vieques, and beaches on the way from Fajardo to Ponce. Leave a Comment
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by irinakats Ponce Since most people who come to Puerto Rico visit San Juan, Ponce is too far away, and is not worth the trip. As compared to the beauty of San Juan, or the multitude of beaches and parks this island has to offer, Ponce does not measure up. I think it's only listed in the guide books because of its' size. The best part of Ponce was the drive from it, because we took the scenic mountain road (see tip). Leave a Comment
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by irinakats Arecibo This a large observatory run by Columbia University, located in Northern Puerto Rico. If you like techie stuff, or just enjoy observatories, come on in- but otherwise I don't recommend it. There is an intersting museum that goes with it- bit it's not worth your time. Leave a Comment
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by ddgarza the old town can be pretty expensive, but what can you do about it ? it cost me $5 bucks ----> just to get this lady to take a konky ride on my azz... Leave a Comment
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Some of the super hotels are really nice but man are they super-pricey $200-500/nt. If thats your thing ok, othewise call the paradores listed in the guidebooks or find a guest house. Leave a Comment
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Avoid eating at fancy restaurants that are mainly for tourists (the locals would be loca to pay such fee for a meal). My friends and I walked around to find a local restuarant and we walked for awhile despite starvation. We found this great little place (alas, I don't remember the name. Lesson learned - bring a note pad and write things down!). We learend that even at these local eateries, most of the servers speak some English so venture out and try the local cuisine. Your wallet as well as your mouth will be happy. Leave a Comment
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by frir There's a lot of drug addicts begging for money around the streets or at the traffic lights, DO NOT GIVE THEM MONEY!!! they are nasty!! but not everything is bad!! here's a picture of me windsurfing at Punta las Marias!!! Leave a Comment
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You must be very careful when driving. You can suddenly fall in a crater...I mean, in a dramatic hole. You can also check addresses and directions very well...because here is always so many new constructions, street and avenues can change as fast as a blink of an eye. And last thing about driving rules...when light turns green...you should look carefully before starting to move again. Leave a Comment
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