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Get the 2010 Puerto Rico Entertainment Book

Nov 26th, 2009 • By Ray • Category: Shopping

With all the talk of the economy and the recession, it’s always helpful to find a way to save some money on vacation. Order the 2010 Puerto Rico Entertainment Book and you’ll be able to find 50% off and 2-for-1 discounts at lots of restaurants, attractions and services across the island.



Watch Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern in Puerto Rico

Jun 7th, 2009 • By Ray • Category: Central, Metro

Andrew travels to Puerto Rico where the flavors of the food tell the history of the island, from the deep-fried treats brought in by Africans to the roasted pork made popular by the Spanish. Tune in on June 9 @ 10pm on the Travel Channel.



Find Lodging for Your Puerto Rico Vacation on a Budget

Mar 22nd, 2009 • By Ray • Category: Lodging

It’s possible to find budget lodging in Puerto Rico – it just takes a little research and planning. In this article we present some ideas to kick-start your planning effort.



Save $$ at Cruise Pier Duty Free Shop

Mar 11th, 2009 • By Ray • Category: General, Shopping

If you’re embarking on your cruise from San Juan, then you’ll be able to purchase duty free liquor and cigarettes at the pier before you board the ship. We were in Old San Juan the other day and came upon a copy of ad for the duty free store at the cruise pier, which we’ve scanned so that you have some idea of what’s available and how much it will cost.



Catch a Flight at the Ceiba International Airport

Dec 15th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: Culebra, East, Vieques

The Ceiba International Airport (RVR) opened at the end of November 2008. Located at the old Roosevelt Roads Naval Base, this airport replaces the recently closed Diego Jiménez Torres Airport (FAJ) in Fajardo.



El Morro: Explore a 400 Year Old Fort

Nov 17th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: History, Museum, North, OldSanJuan

El Morro Fort, or officially Castillo de San Felipe del Morro, stands guard at the entrance to San Juan harbor as a reminder of a by-gone era when invading countries would attempt sea attacks to take this prized city and harbor. No trip to Old San Juan is complete without a visit to this UN World Heritage Site.



Good Eats & Music at the SoFo Culinary Festival

Oct 30th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: General, Music, OldSanJuan

Twice a year the restaurant community in Old San Juan pulls together for their SoFo Culinary Festival. These festivals, typically in June and October, feature lots of great food & drinks, live music, outdoor dining and artisans selling their wares. This fall the festival is being held from October 29 – November 2, 2008.



Now Available: Current Weather & Storm Tracking

Aug 20th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: General

We are now offering resources from AccuWeather for current weather conditions and 15-day weather forecasts. We have satellite imagery from the National Hurricane Center so you can get a snapshot of weather systems in our vicinity. We offer a great tool from Stormpulse.com that tracks developing and established storms in the western Atlantic and Caribbean regions.



What is the Taxi Zone for My Hotel?

Jul 31st, 2008 • By Ray • Category: Metro, OldSanJuan

The Puerto Rico Tourism Company has defined five tourism zones that encompass the areas around the SJU airport, Isla Verde, Condado, Miramar, Old San Juan, and the cruise ship piers. Taxi fares within and between these tourism zones are fixed and posted. If you’re traveling to or from a hotel, it’s helpful to know the taxi zone for your hotel.



Swimming in La Mina Falls

Jul 18th, 2008 • By Ray • Category: East, RainForest

Swimming in La Mina Falls in El Yunque National Forest is lots of fun. Getting into the waterfall can prove to be challenging, as this video shows.