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Let me just start with this: In my opinion, the Vieques biobay is so much better than the Fajardo biobay.
I have visited all 3 biobays in Puerto Rico, and Mosquito Bay in Vieques really out-glows all of them, hands down. It is really an experience you need to have, even if you have [...]

Have you ever wanted to soar from tree to tree like Tarzan? We can hook you up with some people that will help you zoom from tree to tree through the forest on a zip line. And you can do it without even breaking a sweat!
The Original Canopy Tour company opened their [...]

An economical and fun way to get to the out-islands of Culebra and Vieques is by using the passenger ferry (La Lancha). These ferries, operated by the Port Authority Maritime Division, carry about 400 passengers and run during the day hours, 365 days a year.
Depending on the particular ferry they’re using the day you go, [...]

There are three bioluminescent bays (bio-bays) in Puerto Rico. One in the SouthWest - "La Parguera", one on Vieques - "Mosquito Bay", and the one in Fajardo - "La Laguna Grande". Out of all three, Mosquito Bay is the brightest, and La Parguera is the least bright. La Laguna Grande [...]

We took a trip to Bacardi Rum Factory to see the tour. I admit, the free drinks were also a draw for me! I have been on other sugarcane and rum tours on other islands and always enjoyed them. This was different, but still entertaining.
Two things before we start:

it is freezing inside the tour [...]

Of Interest to Cruise Ship Visitors

You'll be in port in San Juan for just one day. Maybe you're getting in early. Maybe you're getting in late. Here are some things that you can do when you only have a limited amount of time in port.

You can capture some of the history of Old San Juan, while moving about town like in the old days, while taking a horse and carriage tour through the Old City. The horse and carriage rides start near the Casita area, on the Bay of San Juan, just west of the cruise ship [...]

People always ask about the best way to tour Old San Juan. Should you take a taxi, the free trolley, a horse and carriage ride, just get in your car and drive around, or what? We always tell people that the best way is to walk around the city on your own. The old city [...]

Have you ever wanted to soar from tree to tree like Tarzan? We can hook you up with some people that will help you zoom from tree to tree through the forest on a zip line. And you can do it without even breaking a sweat!
The Original Canopy Tour company opened their [...]

Old San Juan now has a free trolley service to help you get around the city. The trolley runs Monday through Friday from 7:00am until 7:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am until 7:00pm. Just stand at any of the marked trolley stop signs and wait for the next trolley to come [...]

Ask anyone about what they consider a “Must See” while visiting Puerto Rico and they will most likely say Old San Juan. That is because this old historic city offers so much. There is literally something for everyone: beautiful views (great for photographers), architecture, restaurants, art, museums, shopping, history, sculptures, people-watching, music, dance, [...]

This is the first of many articles on the Rain Forest.
El Yunque Rain Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US National Parks system. Ample rainfall (over 200 inches a year in some areas) creates a jungle-like setting - with lush foliage, waterfalls and rivers. Hike along the trails that cover [...]

Must See Things for First Time Visitors

This is your first visit to Puerto Rico? There are tons of things to do here, and depending on your interests you won't be bored. Here are the top must see attractions for first-time visitors to Puerto Rico.

OK, with all this day-tripping around, you will eventually get hungry! And in your travels you’ll see countless people cooking fried food or frituras by the side of the road, at the beaches, and in little kioskos or kiosks. The food certainly smells good. But it looks a little funny. It’s all fried. And [...]

As compared to most other Caribbean islands, Puerto Rico is a big island and most of the "must see" attractions are not concentrated in one particular area. Understanding the "lay of the land" can be a daunting task for the first-time visitor.
To provide some perspective on where things are on the island, we’ve put together [...]

So you decided to spend some time exploring Old San Juan? You will not be disappointed! The old city is a small area, only 7 square blocks. But there is so much to do and see in that small area that you can spend days there and never see everything. Or if you [...]

Ask anyone about what they consider a “Must See” while visiting Puerto Rico and they will most likely say Old San Juan. That is because this old historic city offers so much. There is literally something for everyone: beautiful views (great for photographers), architecture, restaurants, art, museums, shopping, history, sculptures, people-watching, music, dance, [...]

There are three bioluminescent bays (bio-bays) in Puerto Rico. One in the SouthWest - "La Parguera", one on Vieques - "Mosquito Bay", and the one in Fajardo - "La Laguna Grande". Out of all three, Mosquito Bay is the brightest, and La Parguera is the least bright. La Laguna Grande [...]

There are a number of snorkel boat tours that leave out of Fajardo and visit reefs and the out-islands. The boats are all very similar, follow a similar schedule, serve a similar lunch and beverages, go to the same snorkel spots, and are the same price - give or take a few [...]

I go to this beach quite often (being it is the closest swimming beach to my house). It is one of my favorites too, just due to the scenery - it is a cresent of fine sand, with lots of mature palm trees for shade. And behind that, you have the [...]

This is the first of many articles on the Rain Forest.
El Yunque Rain Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US National Parks system. Ample rainfall (over 200 inches a year in some areas) creates a jungle-like setting - with lush foliage, waterfalls and rivers. Hike along the trails that cover [...]

Some of Our Favorite Off the Beaten Path Attractions

You've been to Puerto Rico before. You've been to the forts and the rain forest. What else is there for you to do? Lots! Here are some of our favorite things to do that are off the beaten path.

Experiencing new things is part of what makes traveling fun. This includes tasting local flavors of fruit and foods. To get to try local flavors, and eat ice cream at the same time, now that is a vacation!
El Rinconcito Dulce is a small, local ice cream store in Rio Grande that makes [...]

Puerto Rico is an island with many different faces. It is both urban and country, modern and historical, laid-back and hurried, built-up and natural. If you visit Arecibo and La Cueva del Indio (Cave of the Indian), you will see it all - modern, country, nature and history - all in one day. [...]

The typical visitor to Old San Juan visits the major "touristy" historical sites in the old city, including the forts (El Morro and San Cristobal), La Princesa, La Forteleza, and the Cathedral, to name a few. In fact, our 3-part walking tour will guide you past all of these places.
But there are a number of [...]

As compared to most other Caribbean islands, Puerto Rico is a big island and most of the "must see" attractions are not concentrated in one particular area. Understanding the "lay of the land" can be a daunting task for the first-time visitor.
To provide some perspective on where things are on the island, we’ve put together [...]

The Humacao Wildlife Refuge is located on the east coast of Puerto Rico. Within the reserve you’ll find numerous trails for walking, biking and light hiking, long stretches of beach, spectacular views of the coast, an area with picnic pavilions, some ruins from the area’s history as a sugar plantation, old bunkers from wars past, [...]

Pinones mangrove forest (Bosque de Pinones) offers a unique experience for tourists and locals alike. No matter what you like doing, you can spend an enjoyable day or evening in this area.
Even though this area is located just east of the airport and Isla Verde, it seems like a totally different world. [...]

The Conservation Trust of PR owns this nature reserve in Fajardo, at the north eastern-most tip of the island. Encompassing hundreds of acres, the Conservation Trust offers tours to explain the different eco-systems that are in the reserve.
On our most recent visit (we have taken the tour a number of times with [...]

We went to Icacos for a day of quiet beach time and snorkeling. Icacos is a small island off of Fajardo. The boat ride took us only about 10 minutes from the boat launch in Las Croabas. It was a bit windy, but the trip was not bad at all - very few [...]

Some of Our Favorite Things to do With Kids

You have the little ones in tow and can't figure out what to do that might be interesting to both you and them? Here are some things to do that will be fun for everyone in the family.

Experiencing new things is part of what makes traveling fun. This includes tasting local flavors of fruit and foods. To get to try local flavors, and eat ice cream at the same time, now that is a vacation!
El Rinconcito Dulce is a small, local ice cream store in Rio Grande that makes [...]

Have you ever wanted to soar from tree to tree like Tarzan? We can hook you up with some people that will help you zoom from tree to tree through the forest on a zip line. And you can do it without even breaking a sweat!
The Original Canopy Tour company opened their [...]

If you enjoy animals and are in the Mayaguez area, you might consider spending a few hours at the Mayaguez Zoo. Formally, this little zoo is called the "Parque Nacional Zoologico de Puerto Rico Dr. Juan A. Rivero" (or the Dr. Juan A. Rivero National Zoological Park of Puerto Rico). Wow! That’s a long name [...]

Take a refreshing dip in clear rain forest water. Swim under a waterfall. It sounds like a dream. But it is actually a very popular and fun thing to do during your trip to El Yunque National Forest. The waterfall is called La Mina Falls, and it can be accessed by either [...]

If you like a little excitement while on your vacation, you should take a trip to Hacienda Carabali. This 600 acre facility, located in the foothills of the El Yunque National Forest, offers a wide range of activities. They have horseback riding, ATV, mountain bikes and go carts to get your [...]

Pinones mangrove forest (Bosque de Pinones) offers a unique experience for tourists and locals alike. No matter what you like doing, you can spend an enjoyable day or evening in this area.
Even though this area is located just east of the airport and Isla Verde, it seems like a totally different world. [...]

This is the first of many articles on the Rain Forest.
El Yunque Rain Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US National Parks system. Ample rainfall (over 200 inches a year in some areas) creates a jungle-like setting - with lush foliage, waterfalls and rivers. Hike along the trails that cover [...]