Puerto Rico Travel Guide

The top attractions of Old San Juan can easily be seen on foot for the most part. While Old San Juan could include the far outer edges of El Morro, Fort San Felipe to the west and Castillo San Cristobal to the east, Old San Juan is usually considered to be the 7 or 8 square blocks (mostly established in a grid pattern) that encompass the historic...

Metropol is the worst restaurant in Isla Verde. My husband, my son and me went there and they served us a fish full of worms. We notify them and they said nothing at all and after all this we have to pay 74.00 for the food. Not Recommended. NONE

Can there be more a more beautiful beach on the world? Can be,possible. But if you have been to Caracas beach it means you can consider yourself lucky enough to visit one of the World's existing wonders in "Beaches" class. No need to look and spend more for more beautiful. it is simply beautiful enough.Wear a snorkelling gear and just enter the...

Do not take the expensive Bio bay tour if it is full moon, or close to full ,especially if the sky is bright with no clouds and a lot of stars. The magical bio effect is lost too much under light. Try to get the tour when it is as dark as possible,rainy, no moon etc.. Don't forget,swimming is not allowed anymore and it erases most of the magic.

El Yunque is the only rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Comprised of some 240 different species of trees, it is actually a series of forests, each one determined by its altitude. More than 100 billion gallons of precipitation fall each year which creates the jungle-like ambience of lush foliage, sparkling leaves, shining wet rocks, and...

We spent the morning in El Yunque hiking down La Mina trail to the falls. El Yunque National Park isn't super big, and only really has one road through it, so to make the most of your trip there it's best to try to do a hike or too. La Mina Trail is a popular one, because at the end you're rewarded by being able to swim in a pool beneath a...

This art museum was the main reason I became interested in a daytrip to Ponce to start with--its art is really great! It has a wide selection of both European and Puerto Rican exhibits. When we were there they had a traveling exhibit about the Vienna Secessionists, which was fascinating. Their crown jewel is "Flaming June" by Sir Edward Leighton....

Plaza las Delicias is a really fun square/park in Ponce. There are fountains and benches and trees like in any park, a cathedral, the iconic Parque de Bombas (a revamped old fire station) that has become a symbol of Ponce, and 16 lion sculptures, each painted in a different way by local artists. I have a particular affinity for lions, so it was...

The bio bay is probably one of the main reasons to visit Fajardo. There are multiple companies that give the tours, but they are all more or less the same, charging $45-50/person, giving guided tours in double kayaks, and having some snacks and refreshments at the end. You paddle through a channel bordered by mangroves and then out into the...

We stopped at this months-old bakery for some pizza, which was subtly delicious -- thin crust, tangy sauce, good cheese. The coffee (I ordered a latte, but though they use an espresso machine, it seemed more like a cafe con leche (no foam, mellower coffee flavor)) was ideal. The owners were very friendly. We came back the next day for breakfast. I...

On the island you can find two hiking paths. One which crosses from the Southern beach to the Northern side of the island and one that forks off to the top of the lighthouse. These hikes are quiet easy; and particularly the one to the lighthouse offers splendid views over Culebrita and the neighboring islands of Culbebra, Esperanza and Puerto Rico,...

The island of Culebrita is a turtle nesting ground; therefore no camping, open fires or pets allowed on the island. Also there are specific regulations where to drop the anchor of your boat or yacht.

The entire island is surrounded by stunning reefs with crystal clean seas. The best snorkeling reefs one can find on the Southern Island between Culebrita and the island of Culebra. Remember when you go snorkeling here that this is a fragile ecosystem and once it is broken it will take years to repair itself.

All the major car rental companies have locations here at the airport. One local company, however, with what I have always found to be reasonable rates is Target. This one, however, is right outside Muñoz Marín Airport.Since I first wrote this tip several years ago, other rental car companies have opened offices in Puerto Rico. I just used...

Unfortunately, this is a major concern in the entire metropolitan area. Be cautious when entering or leaving your car for people approaching you, especially if you are pulling into a driveway, or even parking in a lonely spot on the street.Also, BE AWARE, because of this problem, the police outside of downtown San Juan tolerate drivers going...

The Lelolai Festival is a fabulous program exposing visitors to typical Puerto Rican music and dance in authentic settings.Offered throughout the year, this is undoubtedly one of the most all-encompassing and attractive cultural festivals in Puerto Rico. Specifically designed to showcase the Island's enticing blend of Spanish, Indian and African...

President Theodore Roosevelt [USA] established a bird refuge on Culebra February 27, 1909, making it one of the oldest refuges in the system. Since then much of the island and the surrounding 23 islets, including Culebrita, have been protected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a nature preserve, making the islands one of only two nesting...

Of all the truly gorgeous beaches on the island of Culebra, nine miles off the main island's eastern coast, Flamenco leads the pack. This island municipality is a paradise of beaches so perfect they are almost impossible to believe.The crowning jewel is Flamenco Beach, recently named one of the Best Beaches in America and Best Escape Beach by the...

About 9 miles north of Patillas is Charco Azul, also called the Guavate Forest. The forest is located just off Route 184. The region gets its name, because a small river that flows through here, has a bluish color.We only stopped here for a few minutes, on the way to San Juan, so we didn't actually hike into the forest, we just walked a few yards...

We were staying at the Caribe Playa Beach Resort, and this guy who works at the hotel told us not to swim there because of rip currents. We swam anyways. The current was a little strong, but nothing we couldn't handle. I even swam by myself, and didn't have any trouble. I saw a few other people swimming too, but if you are not a strong swimmer, I...

most places out of san juan don't have stop sign or stop lights,so u are suppose to stop and let cars in, as a courtesy. if u don't horns will be sounding at u. also they are good at running stops signs if there are any. so watch. most places don't have street signs. so u will get lost. locals are very friendly tho. they will help u. puerto ricos...

I have delt with Taino Divers on two trips to Rincon, and was surprised by the previous post. I have not only felt safe and well served by the owner and staff at TD, but have thoroughly enjoyed my interaction with everyone in that organization. I have taken my wife and teenage children with me, and their opinion is also very positive. Give Taino...