Puerto Rico Tourism Guide : Resource Collection
Traveling to Puerto Rico was one of our favorite experiences — it inspired us to write a book! Now we really understand why Puerto Rico tourism is on the rise.
On this page, we’ve researched and written a collection of original articles for you, including video and other useful resources. Perhaps they may help you in deciding to travel to Puerto Rico, or in deciding what to do once you arrive. Either way, Puerto Rico is a very charming island, full of natural beauty and warm people. These articles give you only a taste of it, but we hope you enjoy.
Isla de Mona is Puerto Rico’s Secret “Deserted Island” Nature Reserve Wait, did you say “deserted?” Except for some island rangers keeping an eye on things, pretty much. That means Isla de Mona is the place you should be thinking of when someone asks you about which five albums you
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Unforgettable Adventure: A Puerto Rico Day Trip From warm sunny beaches to tall misty mountains, Puerto Rico has a wealth of natural beauty. A day trip around the inner loop – from San Juan to Ponce and back – is a great way to enjoy its beautiful landscapes. There are
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A short, accurate video tour of the historic Cristobal Castle in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Walking through Cristobal Castle (also called Castillo San Cristobal) in San Juan Puerto Rico is like taking a trip back to Spanish colonial times. Looking at the soldier’s quarters, real cannons and cisterns you
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Marc Anthony’s Tribute to Puerto Rico : “Preciosa” Something that struck us while visiting Puerto Rico was the warmth and friendliness of the locals. And there is a strong sense of island pride, too. Understandably so. In reading more about the island’s history Puerto Rico has clearly had its share
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Puerto Rican Food : A Rich Tapestry of Flavor As you walk outside Puerto Rican restaurants and even residential areas, you may notice something unfamiliar wafting in the air. Unfamiliar yet strangely… tantalizing. These would be the herbs, spices and delicious ingredients of traditional Puerto Rican cooking and its signature
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Beautiful Photos of El Yunque National Forest When you begin to ascend the main road into El Yunque National Forest, you know something is changing. Not only are you climbing elevation and entering a climate cooler than that of the warm Puerto Rican beaches, but you are entering a new
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♫Coquí…Coquí ♫ If you’re planning a trip to Puerto Rico…welcome to your nightly serenade. (Video footage at the end of the article.) Our very first evening in Puerto Rico, we decided to relax by the beach after a long day of travel. And then we began to hear this mysterious noise…gently
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Puerto Rico’s music is the sound of its culture. From the moment you touch down in Puerto Rico you may begin to hear its siren song emanating from restaurants, a nearby radio or even a local humming their favorite tune. In this article we cover six music genres and offer
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